Bukhara - Northern Indian Restaurant - Ajman Hotel

The food was good, but it didn’t quite meet the high expectations I had. I even drove from Dubai to try it, as it’s supposedly one of the best restaurants. In New Delhi it’s fantastic, but here it just didn’t feel the same. Overall, a decent experience but not as special as I imagined

We recently had the pleasure of dining at Bukhara, a beautifully recreated Northern Indian restaurant that provides an authentic and immersive experience similar to the famous location in New Delhi. The restaurant’s ambiance is truly impressive, featuring handmade carpets, warm mood lighting, and stone floors that create a cozy yet elegant atmosphere perfect for a memorable meal. We began our dining experience with a variety of starters, including crunchy poppadums paired with flavorful chutneys. The Papadi Chaat was a standout—crispy and topped with potato, pomegranate, tamarind, and whipped curd, offering a delightful mix of textures and flavors. We also enjoyed Amritsari Jhinga—batter-fried tiger prawns that were perfectly crispy—and Chicken Pakora infused with ginger and green chilies, fried to golden perfection. For our main course, we chose the Murgh Dum Biryani, which was aromatic and richly spiced, with tender pieces of chicken and fragrant basmati rice. The naan bread was buttery and infused with garlic, complementing the thick, flavorful onion and tomato gravy of the Paneer Tikka Masala. The Murgh Malai Kababs were incredibly tender and creamy, melting in your mouth. The highlight of the meal, however, was the Gosht Ki Nalli—succulent lamb shanks slow-cooked in a rich gravy flavored with onion, yoghurt, cardamom, and saffron. It was served with rice and naan, and the complexity of flavors was truly unforgettable. To finish, we enjoyed traditional Indian desserts such as Rasmalai—soft, spongy cottage cheese dumplings soaked in saffron-infused milk—and Gulab Jamun soaked in fragrant cardamom syrup. Both were the perfect sweet ending to our meal. Overall, Bukhara offers an exceptional Indian dining experience with authentic flavors, elegant presentation, and a warm atmosphere. We highly recommend it for anyone looking to indulge in rich Northern Indian cuisine, whether for a special occasion or just a flavorful night out.

Had An Wonderful dining experience with my family at Bukhara restaurant at Ajman hotel one of the best hotels in Ajman and best Indian restaurant love the food staff was so nice Sumi & Avay they are so helpful and friendly Had an wonderful evening

Disappointing First Visit Despite Excellent Food We were really looking forward to our first visit to Bukhara, especially since we were celebrating a special occasion—my parents’ anniversary. Unfortunately, while the food did exceed our expectations, the overall experience was quite disappointing due to the service. I had informed the staff in advance that we were celebrating an anniversary and asked if a small gesture could be arranged to make the evening a bit more special. Instead of being accommodating, the staff seemed dismissive and uninterested—there were no greetings or even a simple acknowledgment of the occasion. Throughout the dinner, despite our bill crossing 2000+, the service felt rushed and impersonal. Staff members kept approaching our table to tell us it was the "last order for drinks" in a rather curt manner, which made us feel quite unwelcome. What truly soured the evening was what happened at the end. After paying the bill and leaving a generous tip, we took a moment to click a few pictures to capture the evening. Shockingly, the staff turned off the lights on us while we were still taking photos. When we asked why, the lady attending to us said she wanted to leave to catch her bus, implying we should wrap up and go. We had barely stayed 5 minutes beyond finishing our meal. Having worked in the service industry myself, I understand the pressures of the job—but there’s a basic level of courtesy and hospitality that was clearly missing here. It was especially disheartening on what was meant to be a joyful celebration for my family. To be fair, the food was excellent, and we truly enjoyed the flavors. But the overall experience was ruined by the lack of warmth and hospitality, which is just as important in creating a memorable evening. I hope the management takes this feedback seriously and works on improving the guest experience, especially for those celebrating special moments.

We went there for lunch on a Tuesday. The place was empty except for another table where I guess the hotel staff was having a team building event. Because of this, they were not serving the business lunch option advertised on each table. The food was delicious. Prices quite high for being Ajman, more in line with Dubai, but I can tell the quality was high and we massively enjoyed the food.

I have not tried the original Bukhara restaurant in New Delhi, but I have tried many good Indian restaurants in Dubai, and the verdict isn't positive for Bukhara. The ambience is nice, the service is great, but the food is average at best, and the high prices are unjustified. The Lamb Leg Beryani was just good, and so was the Butter Chicken. The appetizers were less than average, and we were not very excited to even try the desserts. Will not visit again.

If you wish to to taste the real and distingueshed Indian foods so this place is one of the most unique ones i can highly recommend to you. Good for individuals and groups. The taste of the food is really amazing as i gave tried most of it and every time they add a new and special experience to me. Try the Black dal and the grill mutton with Nan bread. I loved it

The icon New Delhi restaurant has a branch in Ajman. If you like meat then this is the place to go. Not as good as the original one in India but it’s still Very Good. Ambiance is quite dark and dull. Service is friendly and attentive.