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Amara Indian, Canberra, AU-ACT

Amara Indian

4.8
4.8
9 Reviews
$41 to $100
Indian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Amara Indian Restaurant in Canberra is a must-visit for fans of authentic, flavorful Indian cuisine. Located on 51-53 Northbourne Avenue City, Amara specializes in dishes made with fresh ingredients sourced from local producers. Their menu offers a variety of options, including Banquet, Express, and Takeaway lunch menus that feature popular dishes like Daal, Palak Paneer, and Butter Chicken. For dinner, standout dishes include Chicken MoMo, Bangalore Dosai, and Bhindi Dopiyaza.

The restaurant has over 25 years of culinary experience, including a history of working in one of Sydney’s top Indian restaurants. Amara is open for lunch from Monday to Saturday and for dinner every evening, with extended hours on weekends

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Indian, South Indian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00–14:30 Mon–Thu, Sun 17:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    0450 715 990
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Please contact us directly
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us directly
  • Area
    Canberra City
  • Cross Street
    Northbourne Ave and Alinga St
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Bus 899 Stops at Sydney Building, Northbourne Av
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Amara Banquet

    A$42.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Amara Banquet Appetisers Pappadums and Mint Sauce Starters Samosa, Chicken Tikka and Mini Masala Dosai Main Course (Served with Rice & Naan) Lamb Rogan Josh, Butter Chicken, Mixed Vegetable Curry Minimum Order of 2, Eat-In Only
    Amara Banquet photo
  • Royal Banquet

    A$48.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Royal Banquet Appetisers Pappadums and Mint Sauce Starters Samosa, Chicken Tikka and Mini Masala Dosai Main Course (Served with Rice & Naan) Lamb Rogan Josh, Butter Chicken, Konkan Prawns, Mixed Vegetable Curry Dessert (One choice, served with Masala Tea) Mango Kulfi, Pistachio Kulfi Minimum Order of 2, Eat-In Only
    Royal Banquet photo

What 9 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseEnergetic

9 Reviews
  1. Rami

    Canberra

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first trip to Amara Restaurant. Food quality is just brilliant with lot less oily/creamy than other Indian restaurants. Can recommend this to anyone.

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  2. Stephen

    Canberra

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice place with good value for money. Food really nice.

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  3. David

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was tasty and the recommendations of the waiter about variety and quantities were excellent. Most of the guests at our table were vegan or vegetarian and we found the choices great. I will be back!

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  4. SNEHA

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I recently had the pleasure of dining at Amara Restaurant in Canberra, and it was a truly delightful experience! The ambiance is both elegant and welcoming, striking a perfect balance between sophistication and comfort. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel at home with their warm and attentive service, providing just the right level of care without ever feeling intrusive. The menu at Amara is a culinary journey, showcasing fresh, high-quality ingredients crafted into beautifully presented dishes. Each plate felt like a work of art, with vibrant flavors and creative pairings that made every bite a discovery. I particularly enjoyed chettinad chicken and goat curry with garlic naan, which was tender and packed with flavor, and the vegetarian options were equally impressive, showing attention to diverse dietary needs. At last, the lentil daal just reminded me of home.

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  5. Miriam

    Tropical QLD

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Very welcoming environment and the ambience is great! Food was excellent!

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  6. Michelle

    Canberra

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went here for the first time on Saturday and found a little gem in our local neighbourhood. The food was delicious, the service was attentive and friendly and the restaurant itself is clean and crisp. I recommend trying the Amara platter to sample some of the entrees, especially chicken tikka and tandoori lamb cutlet. The dessert platter is also highly recommended if you have room for it. The prices are very reasonable, not only for the food but also for the alcohol. Will definitely be visiting Amara on a regular basis.

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  7. Kristen

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Authentic tasty Indian food, nice setting, with lovely service. We are big fans of their Dosa and are hoping they will make Rava Dosa one day soon!

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  8. Dimity

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best Indian in Canberra now. Really glad we found it.

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  9. Greg

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, attentive but not intrusive service and good suggestions.

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FAQs

Amara Indian offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0450 715 990.

Amara Indian is rated 4.8 stars by 9 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Amara Indian

51-53 Northbourne Ave unit 1, Canberra, AU-ACT 2601

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Northbourne Ave and Alinga St
  • Area
    Canberra City
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00–14:30 Mon–Thu, Sun 17:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:00
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Indian, South Indian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Bus 899 Stops at Sydney Building, Northbourne Av
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    0450 715 990
  • Catering
    Please contact us directly
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us directly
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