Little spot that we found, turned out to be a gem!…read more Great food and service. Authentic Indian food that hit the spot on a chilly, rainy day. Highly recommend if you are in the mood for some homemade food.

I had noted this place prior to our trip, as it is located within a couple of blocks of the Anne…read moreFrank House. I was only able to get tickets for the AFH for a 6:15 p.m. tour, meaning we got finished around 8 p.m. Hence, this became our late dinner option that day. I wasn't sure how busy they would be, but I guess we arrived late enough so that they had a few tables available. The restaurant is located on a fairly busy street (served by trams, which we later used to get back to the Central Station area). It is only a few doors down from one of the canals. The menu indicated that they had been in business since the 1980s, so they must be doing something right. As an added reference point, they are about a 20-minute walk from the Central Station. We arrived and were greeted and shown to a table near the front of the restaurant. It seemed to extend quite a way back, but I didn't have a reason to venture further in. Our server was friendly and provided menus and took our drink orders. I know they had wine but I don't know if they had a full bar. There were certainly several tables of Americans and Brits who appeared to be well served in that regard, so maybe there was a bar... The menu was fairly extensive, with an appreciable overlap with dishes we were familiar with from Indian places in the U.S. We all found something to our taste. I think we ended up with a couple of vegetarian curry dishes and one that was chicken-based. We also got naan and rice. Everything was good, and given the lateness of dinner (for us), we were hungry. When the food came out, they also brought one warming stand per dish. This was something new that we encountered at a couple of restaurants on this trip. This is probably more relevant in the winter months, but it kept the food hot. I'd likely return here for another meal if I'm ever back in Amsterdam.

It's an international chain Indian restaurant offering large selections of dosa. Reasonable price…read moreand big portions.

I was really surprised to see a Saravana Bhavan here as I was driving through the neighborhood. The…read moremenu is broader than the locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. However, the food and locations were lower grade. The chutneys and sambhar were watery and the dosas tasted different and not as good. The windows are way overdue for a cleaning. Pass.

This place is awesome! My husband and I are staying around the corner and Haweli has quickly become…read morethe most crave-able restaurant in our hood. Some of the best, freshest Indian we have had anywhere. They are very nice as well. We love spicy and they weren't afraid to bring the heat. The portion sizes are perfect and the ingredients always fresh. We had the chicken vindaloo and the mixed vegetables. The naan is flaky and light. I preferred the naan over the onion kulcha only because the kulcha was heavier. Go there and give them your stomach and your money. They are fantastic. I could eat here everyday.

Really good Indian food! It tastes and look like the food you can find in India…read more Staff is really nice, and they also provide a dish warmer. You're sure to have enough to eat, we even left with a doggy bag! The only downside may be the atmosphere, that may need some more design effort... But hey, we didn't come for the design anyway :)

Arrived yesterday at opening time 5 p.m., hungry and eager to eat dinner before our canal cruise…read more We did not have a reservation but they were able to find us a table because they were just opening. Very elegant interior, with tasteful decor, soft ambient music, best for couples, but also able to accommodate larger groups with a reservation. We were seated right away and greeted by our server Sona, very gracious, patient, attentive, and professional. She asked about any allergies and then took our order of chicken tikka saag and chicken tikka masala, both medium spiciness (also asked if we would like Indian medium or European medium--we chose Indian medium). These entrees come with rice, and we also ordered garlic naan. Immediately, they brought chilled bottled water and complimentary thin crispy cracker like bread with red sauce and green sauce (I didn't catch the names). I liked the green sauce better (mint), and my husband liked the red one better (tamarind)--both were lovely. About 20 minutes later, our entrees arrived piping hot, and cooked to perfection! Tender chicken, savory rich flavors in the masala and saag, both the right level of spicy for us! Glad we had enough rice and water! Excellent restaurant --Sona was amazing and the whole experience delicious!

Came here while visiting Amsterdam with my father and above everything else, the decor in the…read morerestaurant is absolutely breathtaking!! The lamb saag was absolutely delicious and the salad was quite good as well. We weren't huge fans of the mixed tandoori plate, the flavors weren't very developed and it needed more spice, but we were overall satisfied with the service and the dining experience. It appears from the other reviews that the momos are one of the best things to eat here, but I personally couldn't because I am gluten free, so considering how delicious the saag is, I bet dishes other than the tandoori are very delicious as well! Overall I would recommend this place.

Food was excellent. Everything was delicious and not too spicy but very flavorful. Service was…read moregreat and nice quiet outside area away from the tourists. And great value for the quality. Overall a great experience.

Authentic Indian food, exactly like it would taste at a good dhaba in Punjab. We ate saag paneer,…read morewith chawal and wholewheat parantha. We were pleasantly surprised that the saag was made with actual mustard leaves instead of spinach. In India, saag is a seasonal dish, only available during the Winter. The prices are very fair, not at all like you'd expect as the restaurant is located just off the Leidseplein, one of the prime locations in Amsterdam. The staff is very friendly, polite, and accommodating. The service is fast, the restaurant is clean, and they don't play loud music. 5 out of 5 stars, will definitely visit again.

Best meal I had in Amsterdam. Had the chicken madrasi, the meat was so tender, the spice had an…read moreappreciable kick without it being painful. Also had the Indian tea at the end of our meal, really good cup of chai, came in a cute little teapot as well, enough for 3 refills of my teacup. The server was very nice, well educated about the menu and suggested the perfect item for us based on our spice tolerances. The price is amazing for getting an entree with rice and salad included. Would definitely come back here again

One of the best Indian restaurants I've been to. Excellent service, lovely atmosphere, and yummy…read morefood. Everything we had was delicious, from the starters to desserts.

Our first night in Amsterdam saw this restaurant down an alley--- now I was always told never go…read moreinto an alley in a strange county, I'm so glad I did!!! we found a wonderful Indian Restaurant at the end. Great food, Attentive Service all with a homey atmosphere---- Well worth a visit.

My mom and I were walking down the busy street when she said she'd like to find Indian food for…read moredinner. A few minutes later, we saw a sign for an Indian restaurant with arrows pointing to a narrow hallway in a building. Sure! We were feeling adventurous, so we followed the arrows. At the end of the long walk, we found the restaurant and were seated immediately. We ordered the chicken tikka masala and naan-a pretty safe meal, and one that we usually enjoy. This time was no exception-it was delicious! One meal was plenty to share between the two of us. The sauce was much less tomato-y than I'm used to in the States, but it was very good. The spice level was just right-not too hot, not too mild. It was just right!

Again this year, wow! If you haven't found this place you need to. The menu is ample, so lots of…read morechoices and it's stunningly well prepared. First time last year and it was at the top of the list for this year. It's on the small side so if you are brings a bunch of people you need to call ahead. We picked two versions of lamb curry, both excellent. Comes with lovely fluffy rice, salad and a spicy potato dish- add bread and it's a lot of food but we all but licked the plates. Family run with mom in the kitchen and mom clearly knows what she's doing. Eat here, just do it.

Lets start with the atmosphere. It's fantastic! It was nice and clean, smelled very pleasant and…read morethe place is small enough to be cozy but large enough to not feel crammed. The food was really well done. What i really enjoyed was the fact that it was all cooked upon ordering. I typically keep in mind that ALL food is going to taste somewhat different wherever you go. After All, thats the point of finding new places. This find was truly a diamond in the rough in an area that is saturated with restaurants. There are plenty of bad ones and this one shines. The service was excellent. Just remember its a family owned place, and you are in EU. Everything is a little more laid back. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

My go-to Indian restaurant in Amsterdam for almost 25 years! Lovely service and best butter chickenread more

My wife pronounced this the best Indian restaurant she's ever patronized. I put it in the top two,…read moreand that's only because I'm loyal to a spot near my workplace. In other words, this place is excellent. It has a classy atmosphere, English menus, attentive service, and remarkably good food. If you're in the mood for Indian food, you can't go wrong with Shiva.

Food was fantastic! Chicken Vindaloo and Butter Chicken was so flavorful! Place was a little off…read morethe main road but worth it!

Absolutely delicious and authentic Indian food with plenty of options, including vegetarian…read moreoptions. As is usual, be prepared for a little bit of a kick if you're not used to spice! They only have bottled water that you have to buy, no complimentary water which was a bit strange. We loved the meal and would definitely recommend and return!