Restaurants
From Melbourne to Manhattan, each of these restaurants tells a different chapter in Jessi’s journey—defined by bold flavours, vibrant hospitality, and a refusal to follow the rules.
Daughter in Law (Melbourne & Adelaide)
Indian food without the rules—bright, bold, cheeky, and designed for good times.
“A riot of colour, cocktails, and unapologetic curry.” – Broadsheet
“Melbourne’s most joyful dining experience.” – TimeOut
Babu Ji (New York City, San Francisco, St Kilda)
A pioneering Indian dining experience that first introduced the world to Jessi’s
“unauthentic by design” style.
“The hottest Indian restaurant in NYC.” – Eater
“Unforgettable curry with attitude.” – The New York Times
Bibi Ji (Santa Barbara, CA)
A coastal Californian Indian restaurant and natural wine bar, blending Punjabi soul with SoCal sunshine
“Fun, funky, and full of fire.” – The Wall Street Journal
“One of the best Indian meals in America.” – Bon Appétit
Mrs Singh (Melbourne, VIC)
A wine bar and modern Indian restaurant where global wines meet home-style Indian flavours.
“Refined, rebellious, and refreshingly fun.” – Good Food
“A love letter to wine and spice.” – Herald Sun
Horn Please (Fitzroy North, VIC)
A local cult favourite that helped kickstart Melbourne’s love affair with new-wave Indian food.
“The little Indian restaurant that started a movement.” – The Age
“Deliciously unauthentic.” – TimeOut
Dhaba at the Mill (Kyneton, VIC)
A rustic Indian diner in a historic bluestone mill, where roti meets the countryside.
“Where comfort food and heritage collide.” – Broadsheet
“A soulful escape from the city.” – Good Food
Daughter’s Arms (Melbourne CBD)
A British-Indian gastropub serving unauthentic curry, chips, butter chicken pies, and $5 pots.
“Pub food with Punjabi swag.” – Rolling Stone
“The most fun you’ll have with a pint this winter.” – Sitchu
Don’t tell Aunty (Sydney Australia)
Mr Brownie ( South Melbourne Australia)
Pinky ji ( Sydney Australia )
Bibi ji Carlton Australia
