Kinara Kitchen in Dublin

Had dinner here while visiting Dublin. We really enjoyed the food. It was fresh and tasty. Best of all, everything was halal. Besides great tasting food, the service was excellent. The staff went out of their way to take care of us. I would highly recommend this restaurant.

The food was nice but the service was for me the best. Yogi went far and beyond to make our experience better!

Beautiful meal. The staff were very attentive and service was brilliant. The food was delicious. Would highly recommend.

Yogi was an excellent help. Shared lot of tips since it was out 1st day in Dublin. Food was excellent, very very flavorful. We would highly recommend to any family or friends! Must Visit!

I feel a bit guilty writing this because the staff were wonderful and the service was really top-notch. The atmosphere was also very lovely, so maybe I had my expectations set a bit too high? That said, I was quite surprised by the nearly 30€ charge for a portion of butter chicken that tasted like it had been sweetened with 2-3 heaping tablespoons of sugar right before serving. It felt a little like paying a premium for something that didn’t quite hit the mark. We also tried the Nehari Gosht, which is a signature dish, but it mostly just tasted of mild paprika and butter, with a touch of turmeric thrown in. When the seasoning is that basic, it makes you wonder what the real focus is. I think my main disappointment comes from the price point. If this were just a casual takeout spot, I wouldn't mind so much and simply say it’s geared more towards the European palate and accept it. But with the amount I paid, I guess I expected a bit more depth and authentic flavor.

It seems to me like Kinara has either changed hands or is under new management. The portions were a bit smaller and just didn’t taste as good as normal. Have been going here for years and it’s quite disappointing.

This place never disappoints. Food is always amazing, waiters are so nice. Lots of vegetarian option

Food was lovely. Portion size definitely on the smaller side. The starters are nearly th same size as main. Cocktails especially the margarita are a scam. There’s a huge block of ice in it and when it’s removed the glass is a quarter full. We addressed this to the bar tender who told us it’s standard measure. That was a disappointing considering they are like 13 euro/14 euro

Somewhat subpar date night. Maybe I made a bad choice, but I ordered one of the signature dishes, Nehari Gosht, and it really was underwhelming. Beef was tender, and they accommodated my request for extra spicy, but it just tasted one dimensional. This place is on the pricier side which is why I'm more disappointed. My wife did enjoy her lamb biryani, but again, i tasted it and didnt think much of it. They also provided complimentary poppadoms which was appreciated. Service was good. I felt the ambient lighting was too dull for my liking. I'd likely not go back here in a hurry.

The food was excellent, with great flavors and high-quality ingredients. Personally portion sizes felt disproportionate to the cost though this is subjective, so we had an idea of what to expect, no fault there. Unfortunately, the experience was completely overshadowed by poor service. While the staff were kind and respectful, their eagerness to rush our meal and clear the table was intrusive and, frankly, disrespectful. Despite still eating, we were asked three times if we had finished so they could clear our table. One member of our party, a slower eater, was asked another three times to the point where he gave up and handed over his plate. I understand that the staff may have been eager to finish their shift, but this significantly impacted our dining experience. At this price point, customers deserve to enjoy their meal in peace, without feeling rushed. Unfortunately, this left a lasting negative impression, and we won’t be returning. It’s a simple issue that could easily be resolved with better training from management. I wish them the best on this front.