Andhra Bhavan (Abbey St)

Andhra Bhavan, Abbey Street – Dublin A busy and popular spot for authentic South Indian cuisine right in the heart of Dublin. The location is very convenient and easy to reach. There is plenty of nearby paid parking, though unfortunately no on-street parking is available. Booking a table is highly advisable, especially during peak evening hours, as the restaurant gets very busy. When we visited around 9:00 pm, the place was packed and we waited about 15 minutes for a table. However, the reception staff member, Swapnil, was extremely helpful and quickly arranged a family table for us. He also kindly offered a 10% discount on the bill, which was a lovely gesture. The hospitality was excellent overall. The waiters were attentive and genuinely made an effort to ensure a pleasant dining experience. I was particularly impressed with the speed of service — our food arrived in less than 10 minutes despite the restaurant being full. The quality of the food was excellent. Seating is slightly congested, but that’s understandable given its prime city-centre location. Ratings: Food: ⭐ 4.5 / 5 Value for money: ⭐ 4.5 / 5 Ambience: ⭐ 4 / 5 Recommendation: Andhra Bhavan Special Non-Veg Thali — currently priced at €39.99 and easily sufficient for two people. Overall, a great place for authentic South Indian food in Dublin, and definitely worth a visit.

My first visit to Andhra Bhavan was nothing short of spectacular, proving that some experiences are truly worth the wait. Despite standing in line for over an hour to secure a table, the moment the food arrived, any memory of the wait evaporated—the experience was utterly rewarding. The culinary quality here is exceptional. Every dish we sampled was expertly seasoned, showcasing perfectly balanced spices that celebrate genuine South Indian authenticity. The portions are substantial and the ingredients are fresh, making every bite flavorful and completely satisfying. While everything was incredible, I would especially highly recommend the lamb biryanis to anyone looking for rich, aromatic flavors. Two dishes, in particular, stood out as highlights of the meal. The Pepper Lamb Fry was outstanding, featuring robust, fiery flavor paired with a remarkably tender texture. Meanwhile, the Gunpowder Masala Dosa was a delightful masterpiece—perfectly crisp and generously coated in spicy gunpowder, leaving a delightful and lasting impression. Beyond the food, the ambience and service contributed significantly to the memorable evening. The staff handled the busy environment efficiently, and our server, Prachi, provided the pinnacle of customer service. She was polite, attentive, and quick, ensuring we felt well cared for throughout our meal. Andhra Bhavan is a genuine celebration of quality and tradition. I will undoubtedly be back again soon to dive deeper into their menu.

I visited Andhra Bhavan today without any reservation and was pleasantly surprised. The food was absolutely delicious . I had mutton pepper fry, idli, vada, sambar, and dosa, and everything was perfectly cooked and full of authentic flavour. It turned out to be a wonderful dinner overall. A special mention to our waiter, Pashri who was exceptionally respectful, kind, and gentle throughout our visit. Her warm service really added to the experience. Highly recommend this place for anyone craving genuine South Indian food!

The special Thali (hand for scale), pani puri and samosas. The thali here was a platter of incredible variation of dishes, all unique, flavourful, and delicious. This was way more different dishes than I expected, plus two type of rice and two parathas hidden under the poppadom. Don't ask me to name or say what I ate as I'm clueless, but it was all delectable. 🙈 They also had gulab for dessert, as well as something that reminded me of sweet bean paste, but with chocolate added. Samosas were great, but the pani puri was fantastic. I've had them once before elsewhere so didn't think they'd be that much different, but these were way better, fresh and balanced. The waitress was super helpful, including letting us know which dishes had tomato in them, and giving us an extra gulab when we asked, as the thali only came with one.

The evening was spectacular!!! Time well spent with family . We enjoyed our chicken lollipop and specially the tandoori chicken. All thanks to Neha for taking good care of me and my family . She made sure everything was looked after, as well as she was very polite and attentive to her service. We will definitely visit again.

Our booking didn't go through but the staff at Andhra Bhavan was extremely kind to get us a table and serve us amazing Indian food. Prachi a staff that looked after us was so kind to run through intolerance my husband had with the chef to ensure he was able to eat something good. The atmosphere and staff made me feel home on the day of Deepavali.

I went here because I was craving the thali, and to be honest, I was not at all disappointed (you can see in the photo attached). They served a good variety of dishes, and each one was flavorful. The only thing I noticed compared to the other location is that the portions felt a bit smaller, and the thali was warm but not piping hot. Other than that, no complaints—the experience was solid overall, and the pricing (around €23) felt fair for what you get. Food – 4/5 Plenty of variety in the thali and everything tasted good. Just wish it had been served hotter. Ambience – 4/5 Simple and straightforward, nothing fancy, but comfortable enough to sit and enjoy your meal. Value for Money – 4/5 At about €23 for a thali, it’s fairly priced considering the variety and taste

We walked in for a lunch and we were greeted and welcomed with a smile and warm hospitality. The food was excellent and our waitress Prachi was impeccable! She suggested some options explained everything very well. We felt as if we were having dinner at a friends house! Definitely will visit again!