Dalchini café, bar and Indian restaurant

Dalchini is an Indian restaurant, bar and cafe on the Western Highway at Warrenheip, just outside Ballarat, serving butter chicken, goat rogan josh and fresh naan in a casual, family-friendly setting. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area, making it a handy stop if you're travelling the highway with a dog in the car.

Dog setup: Dogs are permitted in the designated outdoor area, on lead and under control. Seating out here is casual, so it's easy to have your dog settle beside the table. Water bowls may be offered, but bring your own portable bowl to be safe.

Known for: Reviewers rate the goat rogan josh, butter chicken and paneer dishes highly, along with a hospitable, home-style atmosphere. It's a popular breakfast, lunch and dinner stop for people passing through on the Western Highway.

Getting there and parking: The restaurant is at 9389 Western Highway, Warrenheip, with free on-site parking and easy access straight off the highway.

Nearby with the dogs: Ballarat Botanical Gardens and the Lake Wendouree foreshore are both a short drive away and make a good stretch-the-legs stop before or after eating, though confirm current off-leash signage on arrival.

Sources

• Dalachini Cafe, Bar and Indian restaurant | Warrenheip VIC · facebook.com

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