Lovely India

Taste buds beware – Lovely India is a culinary journey you won’t want to end. Situated in Rotorua’s bustling city centre, this local go-to is dishing up authentic and diverse Indian cuisine, guaranteed to tantalise, excite and deliver time and time again.

Inviting and amiable, you’ll feel right at home from the moment you step inside Lovely India. The colourful artworks lining the walls team up with the memorabilia to create an atmosphere teeming with optimism. Wooden furniture adds a touch of class to proceedings, giving the large space a grounded and inviting vibe. The open kitchen means guests can observe their food being prepared, while at the same time, let the intoxicating smells simply waft over them.

The food holds its own, too. From classic favourites like butter chicken and a variety of biryanis, Lovely India caters for old-school tastes whilst incorporating modern ideas and a range of healthy options. The menu is replete with mouthwatering vegetarian and vegan dishes as well – the likes of navrattan korma and saag paneer. Meat-eaters, meanwhile, will swoon over hearty curries cooked to perfection.

If you’re serious about Indian food in Rotorua, there’s only one place to go. Combining excellent food with a refined and inviting atmosphere, Lovely India is quickly establishing itself as a local favourite.