When it comes to restaurants in Pakenham, the Indian offerings are particularly strong. Virsa Indian Cuisine on Bald Hill Road in the town centre is full of tasty options for those who want to enjoy some spicy flavours, such as the chicken tikka masala cooked in tomato gravy and spices. Indian restaurants in Pakenham are also a great idea if you're searching for a restaurant that's friendly to vegetarians, too. Virsa offers a wide vegetarian menu, including malai kofta (a creamy gravy served with cheese dumplings and vegetables) or a dal makhani with kidney beans and lentils.

When dining out at Pakenham's restaurants, you won't have to go far to find somewhere you'll like. Many of Pakenham's restaurants are anchored around major town centre streets such as Main Street and Bald Hill Road, which makes eating out here easy and convenient. There are car parks in the area for those driving in, and if you're travelling by train then the local train station on Railway Avenue is just a short walk away from the centre of town.