Indian Lunch in Turramurra — Weekend Lunch at Jai Ho, Every Saturday & Sunday
Looking for a relaxed Indian lunch on the North Shore? Jai Ho's weekend lunch runs every Saturday and Sunday from 11AM to 3PM — full dinner menu available, BYO welcome, and no pressure to rush. It's the best way to spend a North Shore afternoon. Call (02) 9144 6662 or book online.
Saturday rolls around and you want to go out for lunch — somewhere good, somewhere relaxed, somewhere that doesn't require a 45-minute wait or a $200 minimum spend. Jai Ho's weekend lunch in Turramurra is that place. The full dinner menu is available, BYO is welcome, and the pace is unhurried. Come with family, meet friends, bring the kids — and take your time over tandoor starters, signature curries, and freshly baked naan.
When a Weekend Indian Lunch Hits the Spot
Weekend lunches fill a different need than dinner. You want something more substantial than a cafe sandwich but lighter in mood than a formal evening out. A Saturday lunch with the family where everyone gets to order what they want. A Sunday catch-up with friends where you can sit for two hours without being rushed to the door. A birthday or celebration that fits the daytime crowd — older parents, younger kids, people who'd rather not drive home after dark. Indian food works beautifully for lunch because the menu has range. Light starters for those who want something small. Rich curries and biryanis for those who came hungry. Vegetarian options that aren't an afterthought. And bread baked to order — not reheated from the morning. Our lunch service is also popular with North Shore professionals who work from home and want a proper midday meal away from the desk. If that's you, come in — BYO at lunch is always welcome.
What's Available at Lunch
Everything. Our full dinner menu is available at lunch — tandoor starters, curries, biryanis, breads, vegetarian mains, sides, and desserts. There's no reduced "lunch menu" with limited options. You get the same range, the same quality, and the same kitchen team as our evening service. Popular lunch choices include butter chicken with garlic naan, lamb rogan josh with basmati rice, chicken tikka as a starter, and our vegetable biryani for lighter appetites. Families often order a mix of dishes to share — which is how Indian food is meant to be eaten. If you're dining with kids, there are mild options available. If you're vegetarian or vegan, our menu has extensive plant-based choices — see our Vegetarian & Vegan Menu for the full list. And if you're celebrating something, our Function Room is available for weekend lunch bookings too — seats up to 60 for a private lunch event. Browse the full menu on our Menu page before you visit.
Weekend Lunch on the North Shore
Finding a proper sit-down lunch on the Upper North Shore that isn't a cafe or a pub can be surprisingly difficult. Most Indian restaurants on the North Shore are dinner-only, which means your only daytime option is takeaway. Jai Ho is one of the few North Indian restaurants in the area open for Saturday and Sunday lunch — from 11AM to 3PM. That's a long enough window for a late brunch or a leisurely early-afternoon meal. We see families from Turramurra, Pymble, Killara, Wahroonga, Gordon, St Ives, and Lindfield — many of whom make weekend lunch at Jai Ho a regular thing. Free street parking is available on the surrounding streets, and we're a short walk from Turramurra station if you'd rather not drive. BYO is welcome at lunch, which means you can pair your Saturday lamb rogan josh with a bottle of pinot from the local bottle shop.
What to Expect
Walk in or book ahead — both work, though we recommend booking for groups of 4 or more on weekends. Lunch service runs from 11AM to 3PM every Saturday and Sunday. The atmosphere is relaxed — think weekend pace, not rushed dinner service. Order from the full menu. Food is prepared fresh to order, so allow a few minutes longer than you might at a fast-casual spot — but the quality makes it worth the wait. BYO is welcome. Families with kids are always welcome. And there's no pressure to finish quickly — we want you to enjoy the afternoon.
Why Choose Jai Ho for Weekend Lunch
One of the few Indian restaurants on the Upper North Shore open for lunch. Full dinner menu available — not a stripped-back lunch list. BYO welcome at every service. 425 Google reviews from regulars who know the food. Fifteen years serving Turramurra families. A relaxed atmosphere where kids are welcome and nobody rushes you out the door. If you've been looking for a proper Indian lunch on the North Shore, you've found it.
This Saturday or Sunday — come for lunch. Full menu, BYO welcome, no rush. Book a table online or call (02) 9144 6662. Service runs 11AM to 3PM.