Far from a flashy fit out, one might expect from a Chapel Street restaurant Gurkhas Brasserie nonetheless consistently reeled in the crowds year after year. Established in 1995, this was one of Melbourne’s first Nepalese Restaurants and remains one of the most popular. Packed authentic Nepali dishes, an extensive menu bursts with choice: Char grilled marinated chicken arrives sizzling while the traditional diced goat meat garnished with fresh coriander is tender and full of robust flavour.