
Ambari is an immersive journey through the rich tapestry of Indian vegetarian cuisine, blending the bold spices of South with the vibrant flavors of North. Crafted with passion and rooted in time-honored recipes passed down through generations, our dishes are not just made – they are lovingly crafted, offering an experience that goes beyond a meal. At Ambari, we offer a regal experience, treating every guest to the finest vegetarian delicacies that showcase the true essence of Indian culinary traditions. Since June 2021, Ambari has proudly become Munich’s first traditional & authentic South Indian vegetarian restaurant. Ambari: A Menu Inspired by Traditional Indian Culinary Heritage
Address and Contact Information
Address: Dianastraße 1, 80538 München, Germany
Phone: +49 176 47058294
Website: https://ambarimunich.com/
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Reviews
The mango lassi was lovely, it felt homely because it tasted like it was made from homemade curd (which we love!) and not yogurt. Enjoyed the mixed pakora platter with chatpata chat masala and the perfectly spiced pudina chutney!
For main, we had Mysore Masala dose , Bisibelebath, North Indian Thali (the rasam was divine, loved the poori & brinjal curry, Holige was a bonus!) and Malai Kofta with Garlic Naan (also very good!). We were very happy about the detour we made since Saravana Bhavan was closed. Would recommend Ambari for the ambience, decor, lovely conversations and food!
We will be back to taste the akki rotti and raagi rotti for next time!
However, when it comes to the food, the experience didn’t fully meet expectations. We ordered Mysore Dosa, a thali, tea, and Gajar Halwa. All the dishes were average in taste and lacked the authenticity we were hoping for. One particular surprise was the rajma being served with potatoes mixed in something I’ve never encountered anywhere in the world. Traditionally, rajma is prepared without aloo, so this variation felt unusual and didn’t align with the classic flavour profile.
Overall, it was a pleasant visit, but the food quality and taste did not match our expectations, especially considering we were in a major international city like Berlin where authentic flavours are expected. A good option for pure vegetarians, but there is room for improvement in terms of taste and authenticity.
We ordered a lot, and here is the review:
Masala Puri: This was awful. The masala was watery, and the puris felt pre-soaked and soggy, giving it a terrible texture. They also skimped on the onions. It literally ruined the mood.
Curd Vada: A total letdown. A proper curd vada should be soft and soaked in a spiced yogurt mixture. Here, the vadas were hard, covered in plain fresh yogurt with just a sprinkle of chat masala.
Mysore Masala & Set Dosa: Both were bad in their own way. They seem to use the same batter for both, which tasted old or poorly fermented. The set dosa was hard, lacked fluff, and was completely bland (no salt). The coconut chutney was disastrous, i think it was made with coconut milk. As a South Indian, eating food like this is just heartbreaking.
Cardamom Lassi: They just mixed ground cardamom in without filtering it, so every sip was full of grit. It was very hard to finish.
To top it all off, the owner was very rude. He refused to serve tap water and insisted we buy bottled water, which felt very money-minded and unwelcoming. It really showed a lack of customer care. Any restaurant that has bar and serves drinks will offer tap water.
I seriously wonder how this place has 5 stars. If you want real South Indian food in Munich, go to Anjappar in Isartor, Jyoti Tiffins in Theresienstrasse, or Namaste in Arabellapark. They are 100 times better than this disappointing place.
Dont fall for the 5 star reviews. I never recommend this place.
The food? It’s emotional. Every bite tastes like memory, layered, soulful, and unapologetically South Indian. The Mysore Masala Dosa was crisp perfection, the sambar sang with depth, and the chutneys felt alive with freshness. The South Indian thali nearly brought me to tears, absolutely perfect flavors that made me stop talking mid-bite just to feel.
You can tell that the people behind Ambari cook with love and intention. Nothing about this place feels manufactured or rushed. It’s pure, heartfelt food, crafted with respect for tradition and served with quiet pride.
As a chef who has spent years exploring Indian cuisine, I can say with complete honesty, Ambari is one of the most traditional and moving dining experiences I’ve ever had outside of India.
Munich, you’re lucky to have this place.
The service was unprofessional and the manager was very rude when we raised our concerns. The food was so bad that we had to leave it all on the table without eating. You can see this clearly in the photos we’ve attached.
Overall, it was one of the worst dining experiences we’ve had, and we would strongly advise others to avoid this place.