This is Indian dining at its very finest. I have been coming to Anoki ever since the first restaurant opened in 2003, since then the brand has won some of the highest accolades and awards in the country, and it's easy to see why! The Anoki experience starts the moment you step through the doors, the service is first class, all the waiters wear traditional dress and treat every single customer like royalty. The word 'Anoki' is Urdu for 'unique' and this is reflected in the highly creative menu, each dish has been carefully designed to be unique, distinctive and incredibly special using only the finest ingredients. The Goan Sea Bass is one of my all time favourites, flawless presentation and the aromatic sauce perfectly complementing the delicate flavour of the fish. I cannot recommend any of the 3 Anoki restaurants (Burton, Derby, Nottingham) highly enough. read more

I would say that this place has all the glitz and glam but not enough of the love for the food. The service and the presentation was exceptional, but I wasn't blown away by the food. It was just fine. It's really really pricey here and honestly I don't know if I would could back if we had to pay. read more

Firstly, the staff are excellent. Great people, beyond competent, helpful & cheerfully welcoming. The food does not require a review. Go... EAT! We loved the style, formal but hip - lively, but quiet. I may even stop by early doors for a drink in the future and a light meal. I really really liked it. The person who helped us with our meal was Mr. Abrhiam (sry if I've misspelled). He and all of the staff are truly on point. From wine advice to helping us order.. everything was made better thanks to Abrhiam. My wife & I will be going back weekly, for sure. I will write a more objective review next time - as I'm still basking in the gluttonous afterglow of an amazing meal and experience. Top notch! Thank you, Anoki! -Stanley PS - I stole you lighter; sorry! Guess I have to come back now! thanks again! read more

This is by far the best Indian food, or "Curry" as the English folk call it, that I have ever had. I ordered the Goan Sea Bass Curry and shared some appetizers with the rest of my party. We all shared our entrees as well and I was impressed with everything I tasted. The atmosphere was classic and elegant and the service was excellent. I will definitely be visiting Anoki once again the next time I'm in Derby. read more

This is hands down my second favourite Indian restaurants of all the places I've ever been (including my life and times spent in India). I've always believed that it's the entire experience that constitutes a memorable meal and not just the food, which I've generally worked out to be: 50% Food 10% Waiters (and of Indian restaurants the proportion wearing deodorant) 20% The company: equally split between person to the right, left and across the table 10% Décor 10% Price Consequently, one can realize the magnitude of rarity that all of these factors could be repeated. And here is where Anoki (and a very few others) stand out. The food has been fantastic every one of the five times I have been; the waiters have been cordial and accommodating, and I've never had a doubt in my mind over the value for money (since it is comparatively a bit pricier). read more

Definitely the best Indian restaurant I've ever been to! It's not in the most glamorous location, but as you climb the rose petal strewn stairs, you know you're in for a treat. The venue is stunning - it's set in an old theatre and so has gorgeous high ceilings where they project Bollywood films. Staff are professional, attentive and friendly. Most importantly though, the food is DIVINE. It's not cheap, but definitely worth the expense. Love it - perfect for meal with friends or a date. read more

Anoki has to be the best Indian restaurant ive ever been to. The staff are all in traditional dress and the decor is modern and sophisticated. On the wall they play indian videos with popular indian music, it looks great. The food is well priced and worth every penny. I strongly recommend to try their banquet choices as you get a whole mixture of dishes so you can try them all. Attention to detail in Anoki's is amazing, i especially love their glasses and cutlery! Ive never had a bad meal and would recommend it everyone who loves indian food. Parking is not fabulous and your best to park behind the restaurant, just a few minutes walk. read more

Anoki is a nice dining experience, but certainly not as special as I was hoping. The staff are friendly and helpful, but nothing above what I am used to in pretty much any family run Bangladeshi place around the country. We did spend AGES waiting for our bill - it was a good job we weren't in a hurry to move on to our next appointment! The decor is nice and the atmosphere is really good. However, I was expecting something special from the food and it was of a standard quality. Perhaps not as much excess fat as a slightly cheaper place, but that does not justify £14 for a chicken curry, £15 for a lamb curry and more for fish\seafood! Like most places in the UK also these curries bore little resemblance to anything I tried in India and are the usual Brit-palate efforts. All that aside, the drinks are reasonably priced!! To be honest, if you've got the money to spare, then why not spend it here. However, if you're looking for a really special experience I'd go elsewhere. read more

One of my all time fave curry houses. Ok, it's a bit kitsch, but that's half the fun. The food is great too, so surprised by Jav54's comments. What would be your chosen curry house in Derby? read more

Anoki derby has beautiful decor, lovely crockery and the staff are polite and very friendly with their regar customers. They are also dressed in great costumes, however the prices were extortionate for Derby, and the food quality was really not impressive. Nothing had a distinct taste or stood out for me, and we had 12 different dishes between us in my party. It was sub standard commercial Indian food and has really only got three stars from me for the good points I've made at the beginning of the review! We came here on recommendation, but left disappointed that the food did not excite our Indian tastebuds. read more

I'm not too fond of microwaved pre-cooked food nor where a place flogs its customers mutton pretending it is lamb The previous comments look little more than promoters ;-) read more

Anoki Restaurantin Derby is a must for diners looking for something special. From the moment you walk up the marble steps you are made to feel very welcome by the enthusiastic and friendly staff. The Decor of the restaurant is amazing with beautifully Guilded ceilings and a very modern yet warm atmosphere. They even have a continuous projected Bollywood movie running in the background. The staff pamper to your every need as they present one beautiful dish after another. I live in London and have been to some good restaurants but this place tops them all. Every once in a while when I feel the need for a good Indian Meal, I have to endure the long journey up to Derby. But the end result is worth it. This is not just a restaurant it is an experience and it is highly recommended. read more

Wow my taste buds were having a field day tonight, My wife and I were invited to her grandmothers birthday meal. On arriving with my father in law we were all greeted with a very pleasant and warm atmosphere from the staff we arrived just 5min early from the rest of our party. First thing that stood out apart from the excellent greeting staff were all the truly wonderful pictures and chandeliers hanging from the walls and ceiling. Anyway after everyone had arrived we settled down to the most inportant part the food ordering A wide range of meals that cried out eat me! stood out and choosing for the seven of us was left to my father in law who made a great choice of dishes. The flavorsome meals went down a treat and the drinks that were also traditional accompanied them very well. Along with the after pudding and drink I was truly stuffed and went home a happy (stuffed!) man A great place to go for that extra special experience of india read more

Honestly the best curry I've ever had. So delicious, such fab service and really lovely atmosphere. Definitely recommend!

Our group of seven visited Anoki on a Thursday evening without reservations. We had to wait about 20 minutes, but the meal was well worth it. As an individual who struggles with very spicy food, I was a bit concerned. Our server offered several excellent choices that could be prepared with less heat. Indeed, my food was delicious, savory, and not overly "hot." An excellent choice for dinner. read more

Although the food is good here, dine on a weekend and they are alway's trying to hurry you up so they can have your table for somebodyelse. My experience was that I had my starter taken away from me before I had finished eating it,so that they could serve me my main dish and get me out of the door.This ruined the night, I shall never return. read more

Incredible food, fantastic staff. Cannot fault the place at all.

Good Indian restaurant in the upper half of an old cinema. Food is very good and a visit here is the highlight of the visits to Derby my employer sends me on. read more

nice food, friendly staff. wish i could go more regularly

the atmosphere here is a lot better than the other indian resturent but the food is ok.4 me the best indian food is empress balti u cant beat it thats a fact u wont be disapointed read more