ANANDA

The ambience wouldn’t be my first choice. It leans more lively than intimate — fairly loud, with several families dining and no background music to soften the noise. The décor is dominated by deep red tones, which gives it a heavier, less refined feel than I expected for a fine-dining setting. Service had a few small blips. When we arrived, we were told our table wasn’t ready and were directed to the lounge, only for another waiter to come over moments later, confused, saying a table was actually available. The staff were friendly throughout, but our drinks order was also forgotten and needed a reminder. That said, the food is where the restaurant truly shines. I started with the scallops, followed by king prawns with curry leaf and coconut, and finished with the chocolate crémeux. Every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavour. The scallops, in particular, were cooked perfectly — tender, delicate, and easily the standout of the meal. Overall, while the atmosphere and service could be smoother, the quality of the cooking alone makes it worth a visit.

Exceptional Dining Experience A truly outstanding visit. The chef’s expertise is evident in every detail. The scallops and jumbo prawn starter with apricot salsa was sublime. The seafood platter was superb, and the house-made cheese & chili naan was a highlight. What made the evening extra special was the incredibly thoughtful gesture for my friend’s birthday—having her name translated onto the dessert plate. A class act. The entire team, from the manager to the staff, was gracious, professional, and genuinely attentive. This level of care and quality is remarkable. We will most certainly be returning again and again. Thank you for a perfect evening.

Fabulous dining experience in an elegant space with great professional service. Everything we ordered was delicious. The duck tikka appetizer was delicious, especially the duck breast. And the seafood plate was very enjoyable with lots of tasty flavors. But the star of the show was the ghee roast goat, served with fermented pancakes and an assortment of sides. It was spectacular, I’m already thinking when I can return to have that dish again. Highly recommended!

This is one of the best Indian restaurants I’ve ever tried in Dublin. It’s our go-to for special occasions and the dining experience is truly surreal. The food is bursting with flavour and the staff are incredibly courteous and helpful.

Had a wonderful dining experience with my family at Ananda, Dundrum. The food was absolutely delicious — we kept ordering more and more! 😊 Our waitress, Rashmi, was outstanding — patient, professional, and always served with a smile. It was also lovely speaking with Mr. Anand, who made us feel truly welcome. A memorable evening all around — we’ll definitely be back soon!

Good meal and good experience in general, however extremely overpriced and not at the level of what they seem to promise/offer. It seems a place that wants to offer an apparently sofisticated environment to satisfy high end customers, but has absolutely no real quality underneath. About the Michelin Bib gourmand.... bah .....

Absolutely gorgeous food, very attentive and polite service. I have eaten at the sister restaurant in Dalkey but believe this is even better

Best Indian food I have ever experienced! Wish I could’ve eaten more of it. The place itself has a bit of an outdated vibe but don’t be fooled by it! The service and food was excellent. Everything we tried including the cocktails was superb. The flavours just exploded in your mouth! Highly recommended