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“Authentic” gets thrown around a lot with Indian restaurant reviews but I can say without a doubt that I haven’t had food this good since I was living there (perhaps not even then). I’m not sure if it was the scent or just the feel of the place (probably both) but as soon as I stepped in, I had an immediate flashback to some great restaurants back on the subcontinent – I definitely don’t get that with other Indian restaurants. It’s awesome to see a menu that isn’t just a photo copy of every other place in town, it even had the butter milk drink I’ve been craving for almost 4 years! Sanjay and the staff were extremely friendly and the food was incredible!!! The only thing that could have made it better was not being seated next to an overly excited toddler, unfortunately she is mine so I didn’t have much choice but it was great that the staff could show her the patience that I couldn’t.
So if you’re looking for a restaurant that serves awesome food from an original menu with helpful kind staff in a kid friendly environment then definitely come here.
And if you’re looking for “authentic” Indian food, then look no further, this is the best you’ll get without the 15 hour flight, (and even then you might wonder why you made the trip when you had it just as good or even better at home)
Sangeetha Parameswaran
+5
We were visiting Canberra from Perth to see old uni friends. Growing up around authentic Kerela inspired south indian meals cooked by my grandmother, we visited Daana during their "Onam" special weekend. Food was amazing and the experience came with so much warmth from the owners Sunita, Sanjay and the rest of their staff (banana leaf service with full typical Kerala menu of more than 20 items). It felt like a delicious home cooked meal after a long time! Highly recommend if you are looking for good south indian food in a cosy setting!
Using Australian indigenous ingredients in many dishes and the wonderful harmony of flavours and tastes expand in the mouth. Particularly, starters and desserts we had was beautifully presented, and each element on the plates delicately made.
We had great time and experience in this restaurant.
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Taking my food trail journey ahead..next on my list is Daana😍 based in Curtin, Canberra. I am sure you would have seen lot of my food reviews on North Indian cusines covered recently.. So this one is specially covering the Taste of South India..🤩
This resturant have lovely colourful ambience depicting Indian culture and stories around it. Owners and staff members were super friendly. It was quite evident they are hear to bring the best to serve and with full passion🤗
Inframe - Starters - Thathukada Kori ‘Aval Roast'(chicken dish), and for mains - Allapuzha Thengapal Manga Curry- Prawns, basically Kerala style tangy coconut milk and green mango curry with Prawns (I just loved this dish❤️) and Daana's signature Malabar Chicken along with Parotta n mini Uthapam and Ghee rice. Along with nimbu paani and masala chaas on sides for drinks and Papadums.
For Desserts we had Sahi Tukda, Kanoli and Payasam.. payasam is a sweetened pudding made with either milk or coconut milk. It was yummmm🤤
In one word if i have to specify A-M-A-Z-I-N-G😍 it surely a lovely place to explore and try some cuisine! Plus during some festival seasons they do some special cuisine.. They call it Daana Bhoj. Pls check their website for more details. Cant wait to one such occasion toward end of this month (Vishu Sadya), where food will be served on Banana leaf an authentic way of Kerela styling of eating.. specially on some occasions with serveral delicacies 💚
Too long between visits. Daana maintained its standard of excellence for a family banquet. Wonderful!
The opposite of a cliche. Amazing food. Amazing service. This is a mandatory stop on any trip to Canberra. A hidden gem tucked away from the overly commercialised offerings in Civic. The vibe of the restaurant is also brilliant with nice subtle decor and non-overbearing music. I can't speak more highly of the service, happy to answer any questions and very kind. The food is unlike any other offerings of a typical Indian Restaurant in the West. I also love their leaning into the Native Indigenous Tucker creating a nice fusion with the local Indigenous food culture.
Great quality authentic Indian food. Not oily like general Indian restaurants often prepare. My Daana bhoj experience was also great.
Overall, little bit expensive, thats why 4 stars, otherwise would have given 5 stars.
Ebonnie Holder-Clements
+5
The food here was absolutely devine, amazing vegan options - best curry I've had in many years.
The service was wonderful and the venue was a beautiful open space with large tables so sharing multiple dishes was not chaotic
We will definitely be back on our next trip to Canberra!
I dined here long time ago, and loved the concept of weekly thali menu from different states of India. This is a real attempt to do some justice to sea of variety in cuisine from India. Great hospitality as well.
I had Kerala thali, everything but one thing was very good!! You cannot serve north Indian triangular paratha!! It has to be either palappam or Kerala parotta. This paratha was chewy and possibly rewarmed as well!! So hope you do better next time 👍
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