Ambarsariya Cafe & Restaurant

Excellent combination of food and service . Very polite and humble staff.nI just had Choley Bhaturey . It was served hot and quick. I was requested for shifting table in a very polite and professional way .I liked itnCongo team .

If you are looking to have a good relaxed meal. This probably isn’t the place.nnTake an extra time with you as they don’t take bookings, So you may have to wait for an hour in worst case scenario.nnDouble check your order when it’s delivered to your table, as they definitely every time doesn’t get the whole order out.nnYes that also means keep asking until you get it.nnThey will not deliver the whole order themselves.nI have been here three times the same story every time. their excuses: it’s too busy, the docket didn’t print, the docket got misplaced.nnThe food brought me back here 3 times and the excuses, as they sound genuine from the sweet faces .nOr may even do a takeaway, if you must try.nMy RajMah Chawal. Had to do a takeaway after waiting for 1:15 minutes

“Hidden Gem “.nBest indian restaurant out of all i have visited. Pure Vegetarian.nAmazing food Super cheap. Value for money. Must try Aloo tikki chat,Noodles Paratha and chole kulche.nnMust Visit.nnWasnt busy at all when i visited. But can get busy sometimes with a table waiting of 10-15 minutes.

If you're craving authentic North Indian flavours right here in the neighbourhood, Ambarsariya Café and Restaurant is the place to be. I’ve visited a few times now, and every visit leaves me wanting to come back again.nnThe absolute highlight for me is their crunchy, crispy kulcha—it’s nothing short of outstanding. The outer layer is golden and crisp, but once you bite in, the soft, flavourful filling hits just right. It's a nostalgic burst of Punjab in every bite!nnThis time, I tried their patty kulcha, and wow—next level delicious. It's creamy, crunchy, spicy, with perfectly balanced masalas layered inside. You don’t just taste it—you feel it. The flavours stay with you, like a warm memory from home.nnThey also serve hot, crunchy samosas—served fresh, with just the right amount of kick. Paired with their chutneys, it’s hard to stop at one.nnAnd don’t miss their hot chocolate—surprisingly smooth and rich, it’s a perfect sweet ending to the meal, especially on a cold Papatoetoe day.nnYes, the food takes a little time to arrive, but that’s only because they make everything fresh to order. And honestly? It’s so worth the wait. When the food hits the table, hot and fragrant, you’ll know you made the right choice.nnEvery dish brings you closer to the streets of Hindustan—you’ll be reminded of roadside dhabas, home kitchens, and late-night snacks from back in the day.nnThe vibe is simple and casual, and the team always greets you with a smile. The owners clearly take pride in delivering authentic taste with heart.nnWhether you’re stopping by for a quick bite or sitting down for a full meal, you’ll leave with a happy belly and warm memories.nnHighly recommend it to anyone in South Auckland looking for a true Punjabi food experience.nnTry it once—you’ll be back for sure!

I visited Ambersaria Restaurant in Papatoetoe and absolutely loved the food. The taste reminded me of the best food from Amritsar and truly felt like home-cooked Punjabi food. Every dish was full of authentic flavours. Highly recommended for anyone missing real Amritsar-style food. Will definitely be back again!

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