The Madras Diaries
The Madras Diaries
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Popular dishes
Pachakari Kurma
€15
Medu Vadai
€7
Restaurant menu
- Kozhi Kurmilagu Chaaru
- €4.95
- Elevate your palate with fragrant chicken extract and a hint of freshly crushed black pepper.
- Nandu Rasam
- €5.95
- Sea crab simmered in tantalizingly spicy broth, packed with Indian herbs and spices.
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What diners said about this restaurant:
Pramod K. • 1 review
May 1, 2024
9/10Great food but somewhat slow on the service.
Zaheer Z • 1 review
April 27, 2024
10/10Great staff and great food
Peter H. • 5 reviews
April 27, 2024
10/10A South Indian restaurant with a variety of very tasty spicy dishes.
Brian S. • 2 reviews
April 27, 2024
10/10One of the best Indian restaurants ive been to period. Will be back for sure!
Charlotte D. • 2 reviews
April 20, 2024
9.5/10The hallway and stairs up had me questioning the booking but as soon as we got upstairs I realised it was not the case. Really great food, friendly service and all round nice dining experience. We'll definitely go back.
Aviroop S. • 2 reviews
April 16, 2024
9/10As an Indian i can vouch for the food. Good authentic food, great staff. Extremely busy, so book in advance. Also service speed is slow, so go only when you want a relaxed meal.
mike g. • 2 reviews
April 9, 2024
10/10Possibly the best Indian I've ever been to. Certainly the best indian food we've had in a long time.
Boosan M. • 1 review
April 10, 2024
8.5/10Food and service were fantastic
Gouri P. • 1 review
April 1, 2024
6/10The food was fine. However, the service was disappointing and abysmal. They didn’t honour any prior reservation and there were so many people waiting outside due to this mess! Most people who had already reserved got the tables 30-45 minutes later. They can do a lot better in terms of service.
maude h. • 1 review
April 7, 2024
9.5/10Food was the best I've had since England last year. Dessert was best ever! Staff were lovely.
Akshay P. • 2 reviews
April 1, 2024
10/10good food, good service and nice ambience :)
Ankita M. • 7 reviews
March 30, 2024
10/10Authentic south Indian food ( veg & non veg). Vada and dosa were few of the best we have tasted in and around Amsterdam. Indo Chinese is good as well. I would love to go back with friends and book a table in their outdoor seating. Lovely location just near the Hoofdorp centrum.
Caren d. • 7 reviews
March 31, 2024
5.5/10Booked a table at this restaurant with high hopes for a delightful dining experience. Unfortunately, our visit left much to be desired. Upon arrival at 17:30, we were informed that our table would need to be vacated by 19:00, as it was booked for other guests. Despite our agreement, the service was far from satisfactory. Our food took nearly an hour to arrive, leaving us with limited time to enjoy our meal. The culinary offerings fell short of expectations. The onion salad lacked creativity, consisting merely of sliced onions with lime and chili. The onion bhajis were disappointingly bland and soggy, accompanied by an unpalatable white dip. While the pappadums were decent, the accompanying mayonnaise-like dip detracted from the authenticity of the Indian cuisine. The chicken biryani was devoid of flavor, while my husband's Madras curry was passable at best. To exacerbate matters, the service felt rushed. At 18:45, the waiter attempted to clear our plates, despite our food having arrived late. This premature interruption left us feeling pressured to vacate the premises. Regrettably, my husband was unable to finish his beer due to the hastiness of the service. In terms of value for money, the dishes were overpriced for their lackluster quality and taste. Overall, our experience was unsatisfactory, and we have no intention of returning. In conclusion, I cannot recommend this restaurant to fellow diners seeking an enjoyable Indian cuisine experience.
Radhika G. • 1 review
March 2, 2024
9.5/10Great experience
Prashant S. • 1 review
February 28, 2024
10/10Great experience
Cheyenne P. • 6 reviews
March 1, 2024
8.5/10The service was amazing and the food was a little pricy but definitely great.
Victor C. • 1 review
February 13, 2024
10/10An excellent meal. Nothing like the usual Indian restaurants we go to. The waiters were friendly and helpful as we told them it was our first time. We’d definitely go back!
Geert B. • 1 review
January 21, 2024
9.5/10A hidden place with excellent Indian food in the centre of Amsterdam. And excellent service and helpful staff !
Dovin F. • 25 reviews
January 14, 2024
9.5/10Good food. Loved it!!
Selvi A. • 2 reviews
January 16, 2024
9/10Food is very authentic
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Opening timeOpen today
How to get to the restaurant
Lange Leidsedwarsstraat 37-41, 1017 RC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Public transport
Tram 12,2, Amsterdam Central
About the restaurant
Our restaurant is a product of our passion towards the enchanting culture and cuisine of South India. We have travelled, curated and crafted a menu that captures the authentic Indian spirit and have brought it to life in Amsterdam. Each dining experience will leave you with unforgettable memories on both your plate and mind.
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