A Kitchen Built on the Spirit of the Pomegranate
Anār — the pomegranate — has symbolized abundance and welcome across South Asia for centuries. That same generosity is at the heart of everything we cook on Amsterdam Avenue.
Anār Indian Restaurant | Our Story
The Pomegranate Name
Across South and Central Asia, the pomegranate has long symbolized prosperity, nourishment, and the perfection of nature. When we chose our name, we chose a promise: that every guest would feel that same generosity at the table.
A Simple, Honest Philosophy
From the start, this kitchen has been built on wholesome ingredients, fair prices, and generous portions. Good food doesn't need to be a luxury — caring deeply about what you serve is enough.
The Range of Indian Cooking
Our menu honors the breadth of India's culinary traditions — from the smoky char of the tandoor to the silken depth of baingan bharta and the comfort of dal. Vegetarian dishes are stars here, cooked with the same confidence as everything else.
A Corner of Amsterdam Avenue
We have always been a neighborhood restaurant first — a quiet room on the Upper West Side where Columbia students, longtime residents, and curious visitors all slow down together. The guests who return week after week are the reason we do this.
The Table Is Set for You
Come with an appetite, and leave carried — as we like to say — into the land of flavor. An open hand and an open heart come with every plate.
