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Ambience Fine Indian Cuisine

1161 Amohau St, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
07 3501206
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Ranked #11 of 108 restaurants in Rotorua
Cuisines: Indian
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery
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Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

I was always told that you get better Indian food in New Zealand than Australia. Being an Indian Aussie, I was bit sceptical but Binny (owner/chef) surprised me with his culinary skills and he proved me wrong. One the best Indian gastronomical experience for me.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 via mobile

True to the name, Ambience is the finest I have tasted in New Zealand and Aus...! Must try for fellow travellors..!

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2012 via mobile

We tried Ambience but we're somewhat disappointed with mild curry taste. However, breads we're freshly made and yummy. Guys turned me down with no entry in the afternoon after 230 but I guess that is the normal closing time in Rotorua. Service was sublime but it's is still better of the lot available in rotorua, and these guys are aware... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2012

This restaurant undoubtedly serves the best (north) Indian food in New Zealand. Easy on the stomach and terrific on the taste buds, this place steals the show. Special mention goes to dal tadka ( spicy version) & Palak paneer.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 December 2012 via mobile

As an Indian who grew up in India I find it hard to appreciate restaurants elsewhere. This place surprised me. When I go to an Indian restaurant I just want to be fed well. setting and service matter little . Located in the heart of rotorua with easy free parking in front, Ambience is easy to find. We got there... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 December 2012 via mobile

Last night, i visited the indian restaurant with my family for the dinner. It is called Ambience Fine Indian cuisine, located on Amohau street, Rotorua. We had the alloo tikki in starter which was amazing, was so fluffy and looked so nice. After that, we ordered the lamb do piyaza which also was awesome. I loved that food and seriously... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2012 via Local Picks

We hadn't been to Ambience for a while but Binnie still remembered us by name and the food was as good as ever. Must go again soon as Binnie said they are bringing out a new menu.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 September 2012

Booked for four, asked for table by the window. Table ready on time, restaurant very busy, tastefully lit, very comfy, service was friendly, guy knew his stuff, food arrived in very good time. Two chicken, one beef, one prawn dish - all were as good as it gets; we took away what we couldn't eat there. I would say that... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2012

They were very friendly and offered charge back to our hotel room which was very convenient. We chose them as the hotel recommended them and we had been to the store on the way back to our hotel (they were very, very busy which is why we did not order and take back). We ordered Butter Chicken, Lamb Korma, rice... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 August 2012

we asked for proper curry's and the chief said he ground his own masla's and as we enjoyed the food and boy was it great, my wife said she had not had a curry like this since being in birmingham uk. Highly recogmend this.

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