Navadhanya in Cambridge

The most amazing food and great service. We had the regular and vegetarian 7 course tasting menus for 4 people and the food was stunning and absolutely delicious. Every course was explained and friendly attentive service.

Very disappointed! I visited 2 time it's my favourite restaurant couple of month before food was wow ,but I visite with my friend ,The chicken biriany looked like masala rice and was pretty tasteless and not like awadhi chicken biryani that I had before. Staff very friendly and helpful. Friend had lamb curry not sure what kind of curry ,dal makhani also burnt taste . Malai chicken was tasteless not like before . I'm really very upset.

If you love paneer as much as I do (which is borderline obsession), then Navadhanya is the place to be! From start to finish, this meal was a journey of pure delight. The Lal Mirch Ka Paneer was so soft, I’m convinced it had been given a five-star spa treatment before landing on my plate. The combination with figs? Genius! Sweet, spicy, and utterly delicious. Then came the Kadai Paneer, which was beautifully rich and packed with flavour, bold but not trying to blow your head off with spice. And best of all, it wasn’t swimming in grease like so many other restaurants! And then came dessert. Oh. My. Kulfi. The Valhalla chocolate and pistachio khulfi was next-level delicious. The kulfi had the smoothness of an Italian gelato, while the Valhalla chocolate was indulgent without being overpowering. Together, they created a dessert so good it should come with a warning label: "May cause spontaneous happy dancing at the table." Every bite was a reminder that life is better with good food, and Navadhanya knows how to deliver it in style. Service? Fantastic. Atmosphere? Perfect. Would I come back? You’d have to physically stop me!

What a magnificent meal we had with great staff looking after us.

Taste is ok. Definitely very pricey

Beautifully presented and delicious tasting food. Good portion sizes for fine dining as well. We went for 3 courses and a bottle of wine for £65 a head. Service was brilliant. Would recommend the Chennai fish curry, the monkfish starter and the trio of sorbets.

Styled as a fine dining experience this restaurant truly lived up to its billing.We went for the 7 course tasting menu with the Malai chicken and the panna cotta particular highlights.Highly recommended.

love this place, went for their 7 course menu and it was delicious - both the meat and vegetarian versions of the menu were divine. service was lovely and the environment was great.

Absolutely amazing food,amazing service the atmosphere was implacable! You have get food here! Worth every hype!

Highly recommend! Really high quality food.

This is an amazing Indian restaurant. There are so many delicious starters and mains that you'll want to have a large party coming here for dinner so that you can order a variety of dishes and try them all. I definitely recommend the lamb starter. The mango lassi is extremely good as well. As expected for an Indian restaurant, there is a wide variety of vegetarian dishes.

We had a delightful time celebrating my birthday yesterday. We opted for a tasting menu, which included one vegetarian and one meat course. Overall, we enjoyed the food. Some dishes were particularly delicious, like the starter and sparkling tea, while others were less to our liking. The vegetarian menu didn’t quite meet our expectations. However, we appreciated the food and service. The only issue I had was the location of our table. It was right next to the service door, which meant that waitresses were constantly coming and going with empty dishes. The door made a loud noise every time someone used it, which was quite distracting. I tried to focus on the food, but it was hard to ignore the noise. Despite this annoyance, the food was good enough to make up for it.

The food and service were amazing! Not a big fan of the Christmas decor and music there.

Navadhanya es una verdadera joya en Cambridge para la buena comida india, y nuestra visita para su oferta especial de Diwali Thali fue nada menos que excepcional. Mi pareja y yo quedamos impresionados tanto por la calidad de la comida como por el excelente servicio. El menú Thali fue una celebración perfecta de sabores, cada plato bellamente elaborado y lleno de autenticidad. El equilibrio de las especias y la presentación mostraron verdaderamente la atención al detalle del restaurante. El servicio fue cálido, atento, y aseguró que nuestra experiencia gastronómica se sintió especial durante toda la noche. Navadhanya se ha ganado con razón su reputación estelar por ofrecer experiencias gastronómicas de alta calidad, y no podemos esperar a regresar. Si estás buscando cocina india moderna con un toque de elegancia, ¡este es el lugar para estar! Muy recomendable.

The tasting menu is amazing and pretty good value. Staff are very good.

Esta fue una excelente comida y experiencia. Bonita decoración y personal amable, además de un menú de fantástica elección. No es frecuente que otorgue 5 estrellas a un restaurante, pero este merece las mejores calificaciones. Sin duda recomendaría.

Wonderful meal with friends. Staff were very attentive. Rabbit nihari in particular was delicious.

Totally worth every penny. Best Indian meal we’ve ever had

Fuimos como un gran grupo ruidoso de amigos por su excelente Diwali thali. La comida era excelente, el servicio era impecable. Sobrellevaron admirablemente nuestro ruidoso grupo, con pedidos de bebidas ocasionalmente confusos. El Diwali thali es extremadamente buena relación calidad-precio, muy recomendable.

Fantastic food and service. We had the tasting menu which is really recommended. The best Indian meal I’ve had

Fine dining proper Indian cuisine. Portions small but pricey, probably effect of Michelin star!

Excellent food and good service. Michelin star chef's dishes are authentic and tasty.

Amazing food. Best Indian food in Cambridge, could be actually the best restaurant

Absolutely incredible, we did the tasting menu and were very impressed. Recommend highly!

Muy amable, y deliciosa comida. Tuvimos una noche muy agradable. El servicio es eficiente, pero también relajado y amable. Mucho aparcamiento.

Was very much looking forward to the 10 year anniversary menu. It was a kind of a hit and miss. The starter with pani puri etc were great, as was the yoghurt chaat and the tawa halibut. The slider and the lamb however were heavy on the salt for "flavour"..the dessert was nice. Overall nice but didn't wow. The Navadhanya team are super attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. the ambience was nice. the decor is nice albeit still same wallpaper/paintings as from the previous occupants of the site, (Chinese restaurant).

We visited this restaurant whilst staying for a long weekend in Cambridge. They were extremely busy which is always positive. We still managed to get a table. We were served by an extremely polite and helpful waiter. He remained attentive for our whole meal, and with a smile! The menu is so very different to other restaurants which was pleasing. The food was very tasty and good portions. As they were celebrating their 10th anniversary, we were treated to a gift before we left! What a wonderful end to a lovely evening. Highly recommended.

Had testing menu. Beautifully presented and delicious food. For the quality the cost was reasonable. We enjoyed every mouthful.

We were delighted to have the opportunity to try the limited edition 10 year anniversary menu today it did not disappoint !!! The flavours and presentation of all the 7 dishes was outstanding! Such a lot of thought and creativity was evident in the how the menu had been planned. Every dish was exceptional with the highlight for me being the Taste of lamb accompanied by the Nihari sauce , biriani, Malabar paratha and raita (like you have never had !! ) the sauce simply danced on the tongue, I could have happily drank it on its own !! Thank you Navadhanya for another memorable evening - we will be back soon !

The venue is a modern curry house, it was very busy and noisy on arrival, which doesn’t reflect fine dining, if this is the experience you are looking for. The staff were extremely polite and friendly throughout. We had the 7 course taster, and the food was excellent! We were extremely surprised by the quality and complexity of each of the dishes, and certainly left full and satisfied. The birthday muffin was a nice surprise. We had the wine pairings, which I wouldn’t recommend. Though cheap at £29 for 5 small glasses of wine, they were not great. We would certainly eat here again, but have a different expectation on what the experience was going to be. Highly recommend.

One of the best meals we’ve ever had! We chose the 7 course tasting menu. Every course was beautifully presented and explained. Just when you thought one course couldn’t be beaten, the next was even better. We have dined here before in the private dining room with family which was brilliant but the 7 course taster for our anniversary was exceptional. The staff were attentive but not intrusive. What a wonderful evening, worth every penny

An amazing meal! So pleased we finally visited. Delicious food with faultless presentation The service and restaurant itself was immaculate. We will be coming back, a lot!

Delicious food and great service. I will be back for the taster menu.

We came here for our anniversary last night and had the 7 course taster menu and absolutely blown away by every single course, just beautiful food! Already looking to book to come again! Highly recommended!

This is my third time dining at Navadhanya. This time with a party of 17. Without a doubt one of the best restaurants I've been to anywhere. Amazing service from Antonio, Dileep and Jitin. Thank you for having us!

Outstanding food and service for a bargain price.

Well managed and worth visiting for Indian food.

Really excellent taster menu - leave your usual Indian menu ideas at the door! Just superb.

One of the best meals I’ve had in Cambridge - the tasting menus was brilliant, with such a wide variety of flavours and dishes. The vegetarian option was also really good.

Absolutely stunning 7 course taster menu, I am Unable to believe food Ingredients can Mix and taste sooooo good! The service and friendliness is 5 star! Will definitely visit again. Thank you

Excellent and creative food The guinea Fowl curry was delicious😀 Photo is the byriani rôti

We had the set menu. The restaurant had been recommended to us, so we chose it for an anniversary meal. The food was nicely presented and tasted good but it was nothing special. I guess I had high expectations because the restaurant used to have a Michelin star. I've eaten at many South Indian restaurants and absolutely adore this region's cuisine. Service was indifferent, the decor was nice, however the location was rather horrible, just off a busy roundabout and quite a run-down area. That's not the fault of the restaurant to be fair! Just be aware for travelling there. I would visit again to try other dishes, there was an interesting selection.

It's the best tasting menu, each time we go it seems to get better. Totally delicious

Our 4th visit, and as good as ever. The quality of the food, and attention to detail is superb. Highly recommended for a special occasion.

Best fancy food I've ever had. Had the vegetarian tasting menu, absolutely worth it. Will try the vegan next time, I've heard it's great!

I AM YOUR 1000th REVIEW BOW DOWN TO ME AND GIFT ME A COUPON FOR A CHEAPER MEAL PLEASE

Really great place. The tasting menu was superb!

So delicious and really nice service, didn’t feel rushed at all. Very reasonably priced for such a good meal.

Starters were below average. Main course was very good. Masala Chai seemed like it was from Tesco

Probably the best Indian restaurant in the world!

We had an amazing meal. The food was as good as any we have had and the service was impeccable. We also had the flight of wines which was matched perfectly to every course. Could not recommend this restaurant more highly!

Dont be fooled by the picture of Ganesh at the front door.... This place is HALAL

Absolutely fabulous food. Enjoyed the tasting menu. I wouldn't bother with the wine flight to be honest.

We visited Navadhanya after being gifted a buyagift experience for the 7 course trading menu. This is by far the most amazing present that we have ever received as the food was absolutely delicious!! The staff were lovely and clearly explained each dish that was being served. I was so full by the end but had to make room because the food was too good to waste. I will definitely be returning and I would highly recommend the tasting menu. I know it seems quite pricey but I can assure you that it is worth the money and I would be very happy to pay the price for the incredible food that was given

I was looking so forward to a nice meal at a Michelin star restaurant. This place has great reviews and was expecting an excellent meal. Unfortunately I was disappointed it didn’t live up to the reviews. The interior is nice and modern. Staff were very attentive and friendly but it did take a while to order. Our server explained some of the dishes to us which was helpful. When the papadums came, the server explained the different chutneys it came with. When our food came, it was a let down. Maybe it was what I ordered but it just wasn’t the best. I didn’t even want to eat it because it wasn’t very appetising but with the price I didn’t want to waste my money. The naan bread wasn’t warm and was more like a flatbread. I didn’t care for it. The veggie dishes I ordered lacked flavour, spices, and heat. We ordered coffee after our meal but it took so long I wanted to cancel the order. Asked the server she said it’s coming right now but took about another 5 mins. We won’t be coming back.

Had the 7 course taster and we could safely say it was some of the nicest food we have tried.

Fabulous food Delicious tandoori king prawn starter Punjabi murgh fantastic Samosa with jackfruit and date relish mouthwatering and fab mango pudding Only wish I lived closer

We walked in and was told to leave before 7 since we didn't have reservation, Me and my partner came to celebrate our special day, The dinner was amazing, we had Starters pav baji and chat, the chat was so so delicious, My partner had chicken biriyani and Nan, paneer and desserts, it was amazing, all the staffs were amazing, especially a guy, the name starts from the letter J, he was so amazing and wonderful service, we will be back with our friends.

I like my curry. No, I love my curry, and Navadhanya did not disappoint. In fact, it is difficult to fault the meal I enjoyed there. I say this despite prices that, at first glance, are close to eye-watering – do not be put off. We ate from the A La Carte menu where the prices suggestive of haute cuisine, and haute cuisine it turned out to be. My choices were delectable. Each delivered cleverly balanced, yet punchy flavours, that really did elevate each dish to something well beyond the usual offerings of sub-continent themed meals on the UK high street. I had the Malai Chicken starter, followed by the Malabar Prawn Curry with some Dal Tadka and rice. Everything was excellent. I must concede to some food jealousy on seeing the Matter Scallops starter arrive for a colleague. This soon dissipated on the first mouthful of the Malai Chicken, which I then guarded with care against the interests of those who had elected to go without a starter. We ate in a private dining area, which suited our purpose. We enjoyed a service that was warm, considerate and unobtrusive. Walking through the restaurant it was very evident that it preserves a friendly, familial feel that is welcoming to families. Pricey though our meal was, I notice on the website that there is a thriftier approach to enjoying the Navadhanya’s fabulous fayre. This comes in the form of an Early Bird Menu (early evenings Monday to Thursday). The Early Bird Menu affords the opportunity to enjoy all that I had during the work-related feast about which I write, and more, and for an amount that many may find more easily digestible than the A La Carte menu prices. Navadhanya is definitely worth a look, and, without hesitation, its food and the ambience lead me to recommend it as an eatery to be sought if you find yourself in Cambridge.

Very good food, Indian high cuisine and Michelin quality! Thanks for the nice experience. UHasselt, B&G

Good food and very good service. It definitely pays the price they charge.

Splendid food. Unfortunately there was coriander in most courses, but besides that it was perfect.

Fantastic food, really attentive staff, cannot recommend more.

Lovely atmosphere, kind and attentive staff and amazing food. This is the second time we have been here and will definitely be back!

Just bought a simple cheap food

Absolutely lovely Indian food. Definitely more researched than any other Indian restaurant in Cambridge. Service is really good. Prices are average for the city and they reflect of the quality.

Fantastic food (the 7 course tasting menu), that looked, and smelled, as good as it taste. I cannot rate it too highly. Lovely.

Navadhanya is a fantastic Indian restaurant that offers an exceptional dining experience. The elegant decor and friendly staff make you feel so welcome and well-looked after! The inviting atmosphere is perfect for any occasion. This high rated restaurant promises an unforgettable experience. A must-visit spot!!!

Delicious food and great service! Will definitely return

Navadhanya is the best Indian restaurant i have ever been to! The food is nothing short of extraordinary, every dish is bursting with authentic flavours and impeccable presentation. The seasonal menus ensure there is always something new to try. The service is outstanding and all staff are friendly, attentive and genuinely passionate about the food they serve. They go above and beyond to ensure a valuable dining experience. Their takeaway service is just as impressive, food arrives hot, well packaged and is just as delicious as dining in. It’s a fantastic option for enjoying Navadhanya’s exquisite cuisine from the comfort of your own home.

Food was excellent . Staff are very friendly and attentive. We tried the scallops and prawns which is really amazing . For the mains waiter recommend the rabbit and fish Curry both are amazing .

Very good food especially the malai chicken and Malabar prawn curry. The service was excellent and great atmosphere. Will definitely recommend it to everyone I know.

We tried their new tasting menu which is amazing . The Monk fish and lamb chops were outstanding in taste and presentation.The service was excellent and they explained every course in detail.Really worth for the money.

Navadhanya Indian restaurant in Cambridge offers an exceptional fine dining experience. The quality of the dishes, such as monkfish and railway lamb, is outstanding, showcasing a perfect blend of flavors and textures. The tasting menu is particularly noteworthy and reasonably priced. The service is attentive and professional, contributing to a memorable dining experience. The elegant ambiance makes it ideal for special occasions. Navadhanya stands out as a top choice for Indian cuisine, consistently delivering on both taste and presentation. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a refined culinary experience.

The food is great, I've been here a couple times. But not sure what has happened the presentation of the food was very below par this time around, and the service wasn't that great either. I used to give this place a 5 star all around but I'm taking away a star for this visit as it didn't live up to my expectations for the price I pay for a high end Indian restaurant.

really slow service and food was cold

Excellent food, brilliant service

Amazing Indian food and friendly staff! Especially monkfish was the best.

I died and went to heaven here for my birthday. We did the taster menu - I was blown away by ever single thing. The wait staff are very kind, someone messed up one drink and they fixed it right away. Can’t wait to go back!

Amazing experience, tasting menu food was delicious varied and plentiful. The staff were exceptional, attentive, and friendly, and the pace of the delivery of the 7 dishes was perfect for a table of 4. Keen to return and try other items from the menu

Food was fantastic and the service was also top notch

Superb tasting menu, wonderful service. One of us is coeliac and they provided gluten free alternatives which were equally delicious. 7 amazing dishes. Can’t recommend more highly.

My first visit here with friends. A couple with dietary needs . No issue whatsoever, faultlessly adjusted our tasting menu to suit. Fantastic next level food 7 course’s all innovative and fantastically tasty. Services was top notch . Would highly recommend.

I've had some great food here but not today's meal. Very disappointing. The tikka sauce tasted like it was based on Heinz tomato soup.

Probably the best Indian food I’ve ever had, the naans were so fresh and soft and everything was so flavorful and delicious. My only problem was that the restaurant itself is really dim so we couldn’t see everything properly, but otherwise it was amazing.

Booked with little expectation, first night of a two night stay in Cambridge, the food was excellent, the service was perfect. We ordered the 7 course taster menu, just wow!!! So many flavours so many textures what a first night. If you want your cheap quick don't book here, it is fine dining, but worth every penny.

Lovely service from all the staff. Very helpful when choosing food and portion sizes. The food was incredible, can very much recommend!

I love Indian food and this experience was on a different level. Everything tasted amazing, full of flavour and beautifully spiced. The staff were great and very attentive. We had the tasting menu and each dish came with a full explanation from our waiter. The restaurant was quiet when we were (5.45pm), which was nice and added to the atmosphere. We left very full and happy 🙂

Some of the best chutneys I've ever had!

I booked this restaurant for my dad’s Birthday. Exceptional service and a warm, welcoming atmosphere dining here at Navadhanya an absolute pleasure. We all had an amazing experience and time here. The staff were super friendly and welcoming. We all enjoyed the delicious food and surprise Birthday gesture at the end, with a birthday celebration. Thank you so much for an amazing experience and service really appreciate it. This is a definite must visit delightful place to dine.

We chose the Navadhanya to eat on our overnight visit to Cambridge and I'm so glad we did. The place was absolutely packed which gave us a good idea that we might be on to a winner. The 7 course taster menu was quite special. I'd like to thank the staff for making it such a memorable visit. I have no hesitation in recommending this super restaurant.

We went to Navadhanya for my wife’s birthday specifically for the 7 Course Tasting Menu and were not disappointed. Each course got better and was finished off with the best Melt in the middle Chocolate Fondant we’ve ever had. We didn’t have the flight of wine but did try a bottle of Indian Sauvignon Blanc which was different! We’ll definitely be going back to try the A La Cart Menu too.

Cambridge is very lucky to have a lot of brillisnt Indian restaurants. I am a fan of many of them. However when it comes to top end I think this has to get the gold star. We so much enjoyed the tasting menu, which is very reasonably priced. The monkfish and the lamb were my favourites. This is top end food and the service just adds to it.

Any special occasion meal has to 'work' so having been here once, and I can say the word, Navadhanya was an easy choice. I'd have gone for the tasting menu or on this occasion you might choose as we did: mains, rice, nan, sweet, water and beers. The food was well presented and frankly was the best in taste and texture we'd experienced. Well done them. The service was very attentive and not obtrusive. For a better outcome I suggest that you ask about the food. But I might be alone in expecting that this kind of dining might be served with an explanation of what's been put on your plate.

The fine dining tasting menu is absolutely perfect 👌 If you like Indian food,you've got to give it a try. You won't be disappointed

Booked this restaurant after googling best restaurants in Cambridge for my partners birthday. The reviews were fantastic, and I can honestly say they were all true! The food was outstanding. Starters we had Lamb Chops which were really meaty and could cut with a spoon, along with Monk fish which again was meaty and beautifully cooked. Mains we had the chicken and railway lamb with black lentils dish. The black lentils dish was beautiful and I'm a meat eater! I expected the bill to be higher for what we had, definitely value for money. Service and staff were excellent, they even did a little birthday desert FOC for my partner. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough, we will 100% be visiting again. Best Indian I've ever had.

I had mirchi paneer starter, paneer makhni, and garlic coriander naan. The food was great but the atmosphere was average. Overall, I’d recommend this place

Lovely fine food, combined with great service, definitely recommended.

We went in the evening with two friends who treated us to this amazing restaurant's seven course tasting menu, with accompanying wines. It was stunning. Every single dish was beautifully served and presented. It was delicious and the accompanying wines of high quality. The restaurant had a very pleasant ambiance and the staff were unobtrusive but efficient and helpful. I cannot recommend this highly enough. You must go!

Food and wine flight for the 7 course meal as a treat. Was beautiful, in taste and presentation, from the start to end. The monkfish and lamb especially were excellent.