Ananda in Fulton - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Amazing ambiance, incredible food & exceptional hospitality ✨ High quality ingredients and comforting flavors make this food experience something to remember. Open air seating with circulating air was a treat! A very special place worth visiting!

Update: Went there again last night with my girlfriends. Everything was delish. Beautiful atmosphere (lighting, greenery, open- air dining area. Highly recommend! What a fantastic and romantic meal! I took my husband there for his birthday and the service & food was fabulous and on point (rockfish, squash samosas, palak paneer, bengan khan, stuffed goat cheese naan). We greatly enjoyed the beautiful garden area and later had an amazing fig & rye cocktail in the bar area. The mixologist rocks! Perfect! This fab meal was a perfect start to a weekend of birthday celebrations for my honey. We ordered Carryout during Covid- yet going in person again made us remember why Ananda remains one of our fav restaurants. Also- they offer plenty of yummy vegetarian options. My husband often travels to India on business and enjoys Indian Cuisine greatly. When hosting business meetings locally - he often takes his clients there. Try Ananda for a wonderful dining experience.

Great food, great service. This is a must do if you are in Columbia

FROM AMINA. My daughters celebrated my birthday at Ananda on August 3, 2024. We were very impressed by the food, the atmosphere, and the service. Binda and Said were most welcoming and gracious. Everybody had a wonderful time, and we highly recommend Ananda for special occasions and for dining out.

I love this place. The issue is that because it is open to the elements at certain times of the year they have an issue with insects inside, but at the right time when it is managed, and they’re on their game things align and stuff tastes good. I love the farm to table concept.

Wow! That's one word to describe this place. Went for a date night with the wife and this place did NOT disappoint. The lamb I had was the best I've ever had and the service was Michelin star (as was the food). Do yourself a favor and get here as soon as possible!

Absolutely amazing food and a beautiful restaurant! The food does not appear to be completely traditional but the ingredients are superior! The Venizon steak was remarkable. Perfect texture and unique flavor! All the appetizers were good too. Plenty of food was given also.

Always enjoyable dining here at Ananda! We have been dining here for over 7 years and it has been a consistent experience all around. The staff is courteous and attentive: especially Binda and Syed, who make us feel welcomed here each time. We love the food and the ambience and most of all the level of quality they have preserved over the years!

First time here and thought it was a good experience. I've driven past this place tons of times and didn't know it was a restaurant. It's gorgeous on the inside. We made a reservation and were given the choice for indoor or outdoor seating. The cocktails we got were nicely done. The appetizers, roasted broccoli and tuna tartare were delicious. So was the goat cheese naan. I got the chicken tikka masala and it was very dry and lacked flavor, which took away from my dinner unfortunately. My partner got the Lamb vindaloo and his was cooked well. We spent over $200 for the two of us. I will return and might just get a few appetizers and drinks next time.

One of the best restaurants in Howard County. Each dish has a unique flavor, and the drinks are crafted better than most local bars. I will be back for sure!

It's too loud in the patio area and hot. They need some live music to

Love the food, service and ambience here

Look everything here was great. I come here now everytime I am in Fulton and I like sitting out on the patio and then going inside to the bar for Mexican coffee cocktail. The food is incredible and the drinks are so well done.i will definitely keep coming back.

Crab Malaibar is out of this world, Owners are always on site to greet you or make your meal enjoyable. And it doesn't always have to be spicy, just ask!

Beautiful atmosphere and food. Love the ambiance and wonderful service!

Loved the food. I usually do not like upscale Indian restaurants because they mess with the food in odd ways. This restaurant messed with the food in a very good way. I really loved the daal makhani here.

Great food in a lovely atmosphere! You drive up and it doesn’t seem like much, but the restaurant is very welcoming and the porch area brings you to a natural place perhaps all the way in India. Great gluten free choices!

I attended an office party that was hosted here. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was amazing. I'd recommend this place to anyone who enjoys authentic Indian delectables.

Good food, ambience and service 🥇

1900, 24MAY2024: Worst Service Period. Let's clear the air, we are a diverse group, so was this prejudice or bias? You decide. Have ate at Ananda a dozen times, always spending $200-400 on carry out or dine-in, always tip 25-30%. Was a long-time Royal Taj patron, but switched to Ananda, which proved to be a horrible mistake. Walk in before a group of five. We are a group of four. Get seated first. Group of five gets drinks, gets orders taken, and gets appetizers before we get our drinks. Drinks run out, must flag down Manager for re-fills. Group who sat down after us has dinner before we order dinner. Must flag down to get order in. Must flag down manager for appetizer plates to be cleared. Food comes, naans missing. Have to flag down server to re-order naans, which in itself takes 10mins. Nanns arrive after meal. Server stops by, for the first time of the evening, after three of the four members are done eating to ask how the food is. Did not check once throughout the night. Hours before, server read back order and naan was listed on server's scratch pad. Talk to Manager, he claims an accident forced all patrons to arrive at once and we ordered naan after food came. Not sure how this translates to groups arriving after us and having plates cleared, drinks re-filled, and food delivered while we sat with no interaction without physically flagging someone down? Manager agrees to make bill right: manager removes the one naan and gives two glasses of champagne on the house. I did not want to tip, service/prejudice deserved zero tip. Our party tipped far too much. This was a celebration evening and the service/prejudice made the evening horrendous. I once had a ‘bad night’ at the Prime Rib in Baltimore City and without me saying anything, Manager comped the entire check ($750). The comp here was a joke/non existent for the horrendous experience and obvious prejudice we endured. Will not return, will no longer recommend. Back to Royal Taj, which adds 10mins each way, but service is always top notch and I never-once had to have a teachable moment with the Manager, ever. Pretty tired of prejudicial people, so tah-tah, Ananda. You were fun while you lasted, but imitation upscale Indian just does not last.

This had to be one of the best restaurants I've been to. It was beautiful on the inside and the food was amazing!!! My wife and I went for our 8th anniversary and had an amazing time. My wife had a deer dish and I had a curry duck dish both of which were fantastic, personally I think the Duck I had was one of the best duck recipes I've ever had!!!

This is hands down my favorite restaurant in the area. The food is incredible! Their are dishes not super traditional, but the food they have is prepared perfectly and tastes incredible. Our favorites include the Himalayan duck, lamb chops, chicken tikka, chicken burra, meat samosa, and cardamom ice cream. I recently took my grandparents from India here and they were so impressed! Mind you, they are very judgmental of Indian restaurants. My grandma gave our waitress a hug before we left, she was so impressed! The service is always impeccable. You will see the owner talking to customers, serving at tables, and ensuring you are enjoying your meal. The ambiance is unmatched. We love sitting in the left room especially during warmer weather when the windows are open. This place is always busy, I suggest making reservations. Enjoy!

Everything was delicious, and the ambience was amazing. The entire wall was open and it was such perfect weather so it was nice to have fresh air. The servers were just the right amount of attentiveness and my water glass never got low. Every dish we got was delicious. I didn't leave anything on my plate

the overall room and staff were lovely however the food was not up to my standards . i have worked in India and eaten Indian cuisine in Europe as well as here in the DC area . given the quality and flavor it was excessively overpriced. not a do over for us !

The food is modern, fresh, spiced and delicious. The atmosphere on the patio could have had a better ambiance if there was music on the outside. The noise decibel was loud with a lot of dish clatter. It's best to eat on the inside for a romantic ambiance or for intimate conversations.

Ananda is in a league of their own. Speechless.

Absolutely delicious. Excellent service.

This is truly an upscale restaurant with great tasting food and very friendly service

The staff has, and I mean this with no exaggeration, some of the brightest smiles I’ve ever see. The food was excellent, service spectacular, and the medium spice level was actually exactly what I was hoping it to be. All around fantastic!

Worst indian veg food ever. Jalfrizi was just a mix of boiled veg without any spice Malai kofta with same gravy as paneer (red) Bread was very hard

I’ve eaten Indian food all over the world, including in London and India, and this is the best Indian food I have ever had hands down. And the atmosphere is so lovely.

I'm RAVINGGGG. I got the chicken birra and mixed greens for an app and halibut for an entree. The chicken was so tender I cut thru it like a cloud with my fork. The halibut did not have any fishy smell and the coconut flavor was impeccable. Great atmosphere and superior service. I highly reccomend.

The food here is above all reproach. The food is impeccable. The service is top-notch in the decor is charming. waiting for your food, there's a certain level of excitement. There's nothing that I could say about this place negatively. The only thing I would probably say to do is order some food to go to take home with you. If there were several things on the menu that you had to choose one or the other you're going to want to order it and take it home because everything there is delicious.

I had heard so many good things about Ananda that me and a friend decided to deviate from our regular "go-to" Indian restaurant in Columbia and give this establishment a try for dinner one Sunday evening. We were greeted warmly, but were then seated in a large room full of other diners. It was extremely loud and noisy, to the point where it was difficult to carry on a simple conversation at our table. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala at their regular spice level, some naan and a White Russian. When the meal arrived, my plate contained a surprisingly small portion of chicken, some basmati rice and some strange side that looked like re-fried beans. Perhaps it was Dal Makhani? I have no idea, but it did not taste that good, nor did it pair well with the meal. The chicken was not very tender and could not be cut with a fork. It also was rather bland in taste. We both passed on dessert and the bill still came out to $60 for each of us. That is way too pricey for what we received (even including my exorbitant $15 White Russian). In the future, we will definitely be sticking with the much-superior Indian restaurant off Rt. 108.

Every dish was absolutely delicious and the service was impeccable. We enjoyed a memorable dining experience.

Hands down our favourite spot to dine out for any occasion. Enchanting, warm inviting atmosphere inside and out. Creatively delicious food and drink with gorgeous presentation and exceptional service. We love the seasonal farm to table touches from the proprietor’s very own farm. Great for date night, special occasions, or just to be transported from the daily grind. This is where we take guests visiting from out of town and they ALL swoon. The staff at this restaurant clearly take pride in what they do and are constantly finding ways to make it even better. If you haven’t been, you are missing out. It is always a delight.

My first time here and first time trying elevated Indian cuisine. Absolutely incredible experience with probably the best service I've ever experienced. Appetizers, entrees, and dessert were perfect. I will be back again for sure next time I'm in the area from Virginia.

This was a great dining experience. I had a duck dish that was just the right balance of spicy and flavorful. I will be returning.

This a family dinner. Very nice surroundings. The food was really good. I had the halibut cooked perfectly. Husband had the venison which he stated was nice and tender. Daughter had the goat which was also cooked perfectly. All in all I would return.

I came here to celebrate a friend’s birthday. The service and ambiance were great. The food was quite delicious and this place offered decent portions. My friends and I ordered the Roasted Cauliflower, Corn & Crab Soup and Avocado & Roasted Corn Salad to start. Both were good but I would definitely return for the soup. We also ordered Lamb Chops, Halibut and Beef Short Rib; all were delicious. We also got a naan and garlic naan, which were both great but I wish we had larger portions. We got a slice of chocolate cake for desert, as part of the birthday treat from the restaurant. The drinks were great, and the bartender makes really good cocktails. They have a nice, small bar area where you can sit in and enjoy drinks before or after dinner. They also have an extensive wine selection. All in all, between the three of us we spent ~$275 on dinner, including my friend and I getting two drinks each. It’s a little on the higher end and I didn’t like the automatic 20% gratuity but the food was great. I would definitely return. I’m looking forward to enjoying the outside patio area in the summer time.

Incredible food and drinks. Great atmosphere…and the service is phenomenal -> 100 stars. They went above and beyond for my family on one of our their busiest nights. I highly recommend and will be back many times.

My visit on Super Bowl Sunday for takeout ended in great disappointment, which is notable given my fondness for Indian cuisine. While I have my favorite go-to places for Indian food, I was keen on trying somewhere new. Unfortunately, the dishes I ordered were so excessively oily that the leftovers were practically glued to the container by the following day. Reflecting on the health advice I often give my patients, I decided to discard the leftovers. Furthermore, describing the lachha paratha and roti is challenging—they were tasteless, tough, and oily, a stark contrast to how they should taste. My husband, of Indian descent, was equally unimpressed with his meal. I would have liked to rate the food alone at least 3 stars, but doing so would not be truthful. I'm hopeful that my experience was the result of an off night or a substitute chef, rather than the norm.

Amazing food, fixed very well! Great atmosphere for a relaxed yet enjoyable and refined experience.

Absolutely amazing food. Fantastic service

An amazing atmosphere, truly outstanding service, and delicious, well prepared food. It's on the expensive side, fancy and classy, but well worth it. Most of the vegetables are grown on their local farm, adding charm to the dishes. I ordered 2 mango Lasse, the shrimp dish, chana masala, and a portobello crabcake appetizer. Deserts looked outstanding, but we were too full. They have an impressive bar menu, but it was a weekday. Enjoy.

Delicious food but a bit on the pricier size for portion size. Warm and cozy ambiance. We went on a Saturday night so the restaurant was bustling and busy also consequently the service was a bit slow. The challah bread pudding was amazing at the end!

I was planning to cook something - and wasn’t really feeling happy about that process. My neighbor called and said she was going for Indian food, and would I like to join her - YES! So I was introduced to Ananda and it was wonderful. Walking in, the hospitality was lovely. We sat on a covered patio surrounded by thousands of little lights and the hum of happy voices of other guests. The smells of delicious curry dishes wafted through the room and I was so excited to try a new place. I went with a simple meal of naan and butter chicken and it was perfectly made. I appreciate that they ask about spiciness, and since I’m a spicy wimp, that is always a great thing! I love flavors and a little heat, but I like to taste my food. My neighbor got a lamb dish and her roommate got a samosa and a different lamb dish. They went spicy! Both said they had excellent meals and the next time I will try the samosa too! Butter chicken arrives and I was in heaven. Perfectly cooked chicken in a delicious sauce. I had so much to eat that I took home a substantial “lunch” for the next day. I’m a fan!

Wow! What a great experience, as someone who has gone to many different Indian Restaurants it was a very good experience and the food was amazing. We had the Malai Kofta, Lamb Vindaloo, Chicken Tikka, and Cilantro Lime Paneer. The Malai Kofta, Lamb Vindaloo, and Cilantro Lime Paneer were absolutely outstanding dishes. The Chicken Tikka was good but didn’t blow us away, was more similar to a Butter Chicken than a Tikka. It was a little loud when we went but understandable as it was completely packed. Definitely not the cheapest place but still worth trying!

Good food, good people. Pricing is standard for a higher scaled restaurant. Not cheap but not ridiculous.

Great find! Tucked in Maple Lawn Community. Loved the food and experience!

Worst indian food from an Indian perspective, ambience is nice, service is good

The garden room is soo pretty and even has fireplaces in the winter . Food is very good and staff is very attentive.

The best thing served on the table was water. We tried multiple dishes but none of them were seasoned and the appetizer was also over greasy. The servers are good and the ambience is very nice but the food is definitely not upto the mark, definitely not for Indian palette. This was our second visit here.

Everything was good, but it seemed a bit pricey.

This is a true 'Hidden Gem',from where it's located to the food, service, and look of the establishment. The food is authentic, according to the dining party, and spiced to your choice (mild, medium, or spicy). The medium spicy was a well balanced choice with flavor and not just a "hot" dish. There are meat, seafood, and an extensive vegetarian set of selections. The service is quick, attentive, and they can answer any question about a dish. Additionally, service is equal for any number of guests - 2 or 12 or more, they know how to adjust so the experience is equal. The atmosphere is upscale - the seating areas are well spaced, the decor provides a sense that this isn't your typical franchise (it is not a franchise) type look. The owner was on site and greeting/meeting diners and asking about their meals and experience. If you're looking for a unique dining experience - this would be an excellent choice.

Met friends here for dinner on a Saturday night. Upscale Indian food, good quality overall. Nice selection of traditional dishes and some updates. The presentation was good, the service very professional and attentive. Everything we tasted was delicious. I enjoyed the lamb shank and the samosas. Naan breads were well made as well. Lovely decor. We will return.

Called and tried to order take out. Was told they don't want to take any carry out orders until "later". I asked what that means and when they would "want" to take carry out orders. Was told to possibly try again at 9pm. They were extremely ambiguous on the phone and not giving any straight answers. If this is the case it should be explicitly listed on the website and online that take out orders are not accepted. Instead of deciding randomly on the day of when it is convenient or slow for them that they want to do carry out orders.

A little pricey but the food is excellent from the Naan, entrees and dessert. Service is prompt and the decor is cozy and inviting. Fireplaces in the winter is a nice touch.

Except for the Christmas decorations everything else was beyond terrible. The curries were tasteless or tasted weird, the naan was burnt and dry. My friend ordered their chicken with veggies, and it was unpalatable.

Fantatic dining experience...food was exquisite and served it seemed within minutes of ordering! Wonderful atmosphere...didnt want to leave. We will be back again for sure!

I absolutely love this place , the food was authentic Indian cuisine, the ambience was relaxing and elegant

From DC-This is literally the nicest Indian restaurant I have ever been to. Not just that, food was amazing and service was great. Amanda was awesome.

Had a fantastic meal celebrating 15 years of marriage? The service was fantastic. The food was terrific, the atmosphere was awesome. Just amazing. We were sitting by the fireplace this was lovely.

This was such a pleasant place to dine. The ambiance, music, and service were outstanding. Said and the other servers were the absolute best! I highly recommend this restaurant!

Food and Atmosphere absolutely superb. Hands down best Indian food in the area. Binda and his staff are amazing

Just perfect! The samosas, burrata salad, rosemary naan, goat, short rib, challah bread pudding and seasonal crisp. Everything was amazing!

Food was very unimpressive. It’s all cooked in large batches and heated up and brought out on plates. The good side is their food comes out within minutes. But, the flavor is not there. We got the samosa chaat, butter chicken, palak paneer and plain naan. All very bland and under salted. Salt didn’t bring it to life either. The atmosphere on the other hand, is very nice. The service is hit or miss depending on who serves you. Overall, not worth their high prices. If you’re looking for flavor and good service - Chutney is the place to go!

We came for a wedding anniversary and our experience was amazing I already cannot wait to come back. The lamb shank was delicious and braised to perfection, I think it would be difficult to find something on the menu that is not outstanding. The cocktail menu is downright inspirational. Vegetable Biriyani, cauliflower, everything was amazing. Thank you Ananda for making our special night one that we will remember for a long time. We can't wait to see you again!

It didn't start well. My friend and I arrived without reservations on Saturday night. We waited in the crowded bar area. A couple in front of us got up so we took their seats. They had left a mess so we leaned away from the bar and chatted. After a while, my friend asked the bartender if she could wipe the counter when she had a minute. The girl snapped, "well you sat down the minute they got up! That's what happens when I don't get a chance to clean it!" Huh? My friend and I looked at each other bewildered. I was ready to leave but my friend insisted that the food was worth the wait. Bartender then demanded, "what are you having?" I said I didn't know yet.. as I was thinking I didn't want anything she prepared. Fortunately, our table was ready so we were rescued. The food did not disappoint. We shared everything: a special appetizer, forgot the name, but pictured here, organic greens - sounds basic, but tasted anything but; crab khumbi, butternut crab soup - I smiled with each spoonful; rosemary and sea salt Naan - seriously, why are we adding salt to everything? still tasty; goa fish - deliciousness; and molten lava cake, which I have no idea how I had room to eat. Everything was delicious. The staff so friendly and polite, I wonder where they found the bartender.

I gave top scores for the service and the atmosphere. This is a truly beautiful place and service was top notch. Unfortunately, the food is much over priced and not authentic. It is cooked to please American people. It lacks the spices and something as basic as the Nan bread was bland. I am happy we saw this beautiful place once but we will not return.

The food is very very bland and totally not authentic desi/Indian food at all! I would not recommend it to anyone looking for real north Indian food that. Also, we ordered 3 paneer dishes and on the side they gave some sweet potato mush, which is clearly not part of any paneer dish i know of. They only do it to reduce the real food quantity and skim the expensive ingredients to save money and scam you!!! What cheaters! Dont fall for their bland flavorless scams and go enjoy real desi food elsewhere.

The food is very very bland and totally not authentic desi/Indian food at all! I would not recommend it to anyone looking for real north Indian food that. Also, we ordered 3 paneer dishes and on the side they gave some sweet potato mush, which is clearly not part of any paneer dish i know of. They only do it to reduce the real food quantity and skim the expensive ingredients to save money and scam you!!! What cheaters! Dont fall for their bland flavorless scams and go enjoy real desi food elsewhere.

We went here for our anniversary. The staff did nothing to acknowledge that it was a special occasion despite it being noted on the reservationwhen we made it. The food was delicious and cooked perfectly except for the spice level. The waiter asked how hot we wanted our food and gave us a choice of 4 spicy levels. We chose medium for one dish and the hottest for the other one. Neither was more than mild. But like I said, the other flavors were delicious and everything was cooked perfectly, just not spicy at all.

By far the best Indian cuisine I ate. Service was excellent and atmosphere was warm and with low noise levels. The goat entree was phenomenal. Definitely going back!

Great food and drinks. Nice atmosphere...

I absolutely love this place. The service is great and the quality of the food is exceptional.

My husband and I have been coming here for years. The food is the best we've had and we will continue to come back year after year. Our waiter Said takes great care of us and the owner comes and speaks with us at the table every time we visit. We are treated like family at Ananda and cannot recommend this place enough. Our favorite dishes are the Crab Malabar and Lamb Chops.

NOT AUTHENTIC! This restaurant is for people who either don't know what Indian food should taste like or grew up eating the American version of Indian food. Any person who is actually from India will not like this place.

Excellent food, especially the meat samosa and the creme brulee. Fantastic service as well. Sayyid (spelling?) was our server, and he was extremely personable. Even showed us around the restaurant after our meal.

First time visiting and I loved my experience. I can’t remember the last time I experienced such a high level of excellent service. Every single member of the staff, including the bar tender, were such gracious hosts. I ordered food to go, and had some appetizers there while catching up with a friend. Not only was the food absolutely delicious, they made it seamless and easy, having my food ready as soon my friend and I finished up. I can’t say enough wonderful things about this restaurant. Oh and the patio terrace is absolutely stunning - I loved sitting outside in the serene and tranquil space.

Wish I could give this place 0 stars. I am shocked by any positive reviews of this restaurant. We went for a very early dinner so it was not busy. Everything we ordered was unfortunately terrible. It lacked adequate seasoning despite being classified as "medium" spicy. The chicken in the chicken tikka masala was very dry. The $6 naan was partly raw and it was obvious that they re-heated it and served it to us. Everything at this place is overpriced. Given their exorbitant pricing the food should be outstanding. If you like traditional Indian food you will not like this place. I definitely do NOT recommend this restaurant.

If you enjoy over paying for sub par food this is your spot. Strictly a place to eat if you only care about vibes and simultaneously despise your taste buds.

Wonderfully inventive blending of Indian spices and flavors. Many fireplaces, cozy, intimate dining inside, patio can be loud if doors are closed, romantic, fireplace bar for happy hour, try the Berkshire Pork appetizer, soups are to die for, everything is good, and of course finish with the cardamon ice cream. Plenty of gluten free choices!!!

Phenomenal service, beautiful environment in the midst of manicured gardens. This is one of the best meals I had on the planet I had a fish curry and a really lovely blended soup. Everything was spaced perfectly, aromatic, cooked to perfection. The service was extremely attentive. However, there was something warm and welcoming about the service. The team there is extremely knowledgeable about every dish and makes great individualized suggestions. I can’t believe I just became aware that this place exist. I look forward to returning with loved ones and Intown guests to share this experience. Enjoy, I cannot imagine how this experience could not exceed your expectations.

The food was delicious, from the Corn, Cauliflower & Crab Soup to the Dharamshala Duck. Our server, Said, was charismatic, attentive, and a joy to share the dining experience with. I highly recommend this eating here.

GREAT AMBIANCE & STAFF Not so good food, Have had much better Indian food other places. Portions were smaller too for the price they are charging

The best higher end dining option in the county without having to drive all the way to DC. Elevated dining but still reasonable prices.

Fantastic Farm to Table Indian cuisine.

One of the most overrated restaurants I've been to because of the atmosphere. The food at best is still mediocre. It isn't truly Indian and like others mentioned is more fusion. We waited 45 minutes between the salad and the main dish and was told that this is the norm so be ready to wait if you go. Overrated, overpriced and over waited.

Food was ok and crazy expensive. Definitely better Indian options in this area. Cocktails were the best part

Very nice place. Great patio. A meal for 2 with 1 glass wine.and tip is just about 100 dollars.

Ambience seems great. Drinks variety seems wonderful. Hostess was good and seemed kind. But sadly one dish - which we requested chicken tikka. We specially shared we have come just to pick up after day long travel - chicken curry for kids - was really badly done. The chicken was not well done- uncooked as kids shared. One adult who tried confirmed it. Very high price - 35$ including tips for badly cooked chicken. Wished had gone to some local alternative for naan and curry.

Met family travelling through here for dinner. We had reservations for 1730 and were seated immediately. Love the atmosphere here, it is elegant and understated, and it is nice to have the breeze blowing through from the veranda. The service was forced and uncomfortable. Obsessive about refilling water (just try to empty your glass, you won't be able too!). They really discourage ordering in courses and want to take your complete order al at once. I'd rather be in control of my own meal. The food was somewhat bland given the cuisine; I'm not talking about spiciness in terms of heat here, but rather in terms of flavor. It was served at a warm temperature but not hot. One wonders if the dishes weren't cold when loaded. Portions were reasonably sized. No lamb saag on the menu, a personal disappointment. Price-wise, pretty expensive for what you get, in terms of food more so than in terms of experience. Not sure I'd come here again. value just ins't there.

Ananda is a beautiful place to dine in warm weather when the restaurant opens its walls to lush greenery and pleasant air. The wait staff is experienced and deferential to patrons. The Indian food is delicious. In this particular evening the food was long in coming and my entrée was only warm. A wonderful and quiet place to dine.

Best food ever! Worth every penny. That makes it such a value

Fantastic restaurant. The palak Chaat and the duck were absolutely amazing.

Ananda is an upscale Indian restaurant located in a leafy suburb of Baltimore. It’s an aristocratic style place adorned with a beautiful bar and an expansive list of wines to choose from. The decor and atmosphere is pleasant. Plenty of outdoor seating with a beautiful touch of romantic lights is a plus. Food is amazingly delicious but somehow totally Americanized to satisfy their clientele taste buds. Overall staff is courteous but the receptionist was kind of cold and acknowledged us after several minutes. A good place to entertain your guest and indulge in delicate food and a pleasant atmosphere.

My husband and I had the most amazing experience at Ananda celebrating our anniversary. The ambiance is intimate and the service is impeccable. The samosas were the best we’ve ever had. The spicy mango cocktail was so delicious and the perfect way to start the meal. The staff was attentive and knowledgeable while offering excellent suggestions from the menu. We felt welcomed and valued from the time we walked in to when we walk out. Portion sizes were perfect. The food was delicious. Don’t pass on the bread pudding with cardamom ice cream for dessert with the expresso martini. The night ended with a surprise blessing-thank you Dave 😉. We had the best experience we have ever had at a restaurant and we will definitely be back. 👏👏

NOT FAMILY FRIENDLY. They have no high chairs or booster seats. I have never been to a restaurant that doesn’t have the basic high chair for kids. I had reservations to have a special night for my birthday but we had to leave because there was no way my 1 year old could sit in my lap the entire dinner. Such a shame. The hostess and manager were super rude and disrespectful.

This place was Epic from the time we came until the time we left we were treated like family. The food was excellent over the top...this was actually the first time myself, son and my one cousin had Indian food and it was an awesome experience...We met other family members there who were A-list patrons they dine there frequently and they absolutely love it as well. For a first time visit for Indian cuisine this should your first stop.