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Haveli | FINE FOOD

Restaurant Cafe Bar

🫤 Food and atmosphere are really nice. But the service was pretty poor. Completely ruined my birthday. I was with my husband on my birthday. He already booked a table on the phone in advance and wanted to get an outside table because of Corona situation. They said they don’t reserve a outside table b... People often mention service, Indian, good, restaurant, nice, Essen, table, Service, staff, super,


Address

Holtenauer Str. 100, 24105 Kiel, Germany

Website

www.haveli-kiel.de

Contact

+49 431 23945080

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (616 reviews)

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (18) Indian (17) good (15) restaurant (10) nice (9) Essen (9) table (8) Service (8) staff (7) super (7)
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  • 2/5 Moon지혜 3 years ago on Google
    Food and atmosphere are really nice. But the service was pretty poor. Completely ruined my birthday. I was with my husband on my birthday. He already booked a table on the phone in advance and wanted to get an outside table because of Corona situation. They said they don’t reserve a outside table but spontaneously give it to the guests when they come. Once we arrived there, we saw there was still 1 table outside left. We asked them, even though we made a reservation but we want to take that table. The staff said no, because we are only 2 and the table is for 4. So he refused to give it to us and only gave us an inside table. Then maybe 3-40 minutes later only 3 people group (unfortunate for the restaurant) came and then finally he gave the table to them. We were planning to have a nice evening and of course so up to spend much more on the dishes than we usually spend. But it completely ruined my birthday and i was so disappointed so we didn’t even want to stay there any longer. Unfortunately we just missed the timing to leave immediately so only ordered one main dish. (And was delicious but have to say, quite small portion!) It was very unpleasant experience and i had an impression that the restaurant prioritize only margin and try to squeeze as much as possible. I understand running a biz is really difficult but can’t help myself to think that this restaurant is very stingy and inflexible. Lastly but not least, we as guests were wearing masks but the staff didn’t wear it at all. It was the only restaurant in Kiel i experienced that no staff wore masks. I found this is so double standard attitude! So yes, maybe it is a nice restaurant but i wouldn’t go again.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jonas L. 4 years ago on Google
    Traumhaftes Frühstück, unbedingt zu empfehlen! Mal was ganz anderes. Der Service ist ebenfalls super, das Essen wird beim Servieren erklärt.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Candice L. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious Indian food with excellent service. We tried the butter chicken with cheese naan, as well as the chicken Briyani. The chicken was tender and flavourful. Only downside is the small portion for the price. For 18.50€ each for the briyani and butter chicken, we felt that it was not sufficient for 2 pax. So note that reservation is required as they are packed on weekends.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adam F. 3 years ago on Google
    The absolute best butterchicken we ever had. We have had this dish all over the world, but this beats it all. Love... the Frost Family.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Nisha M. 3 years ago on Google
    The food is not authentic indian food it is more german-indian and the onion cheese dosa is not good because it has lot of onions and not indian cheese, cheese in actual indian dosa is panner or cottage cheese. But they put some other cheese. And it has less vegetarian options. Service is good but food I think is modified and not at all authentic.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Abhinav Karthik T. 1 year ago on Google
    The food was OK but the prices were high. So for such a high price I expect some really good food but i wasn't happy with what i was served. The Service was really good and would like to go there and give another try

  • 4/5 Ruben H. 4 months ago on Google
    Really good indian food with a twist. It is quite expensive, however, for good quality food and service it is worth it.

  • 5/5 Michal G. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely perfect! Everything we took was fantastic. I like the contemporary style, and also the atmosphere in the old villa. We will definitely be back!

  • 5/5 Stephan S. 1 year ago on Google
    Richtig tolles Essen!!! Toller Service, modern, aber nicht kühl oder unpersönlich! Für indisches Essen und leckere Getränke eine klare Empfehlung! Hier kann man einen richtig runden Abend genießen. Preise sind etwas gehobener, entsprechen aber absolut der Qualität.

  • 3/5 Markus H. 1 year ago on Google
    Vor einigen Wochen dort gegessen und dachte ich bekäme Indisches Essen. Indisch angehaucht war es auch. Als Vorspeise hatte ich Lamm Tacos, Pulled Lamm ohne Geschmack und trocken auf einem winzigen Taco. Als Hauptgang wählte ich ein Curry mit gebratenem Zanderfilet, das Curry war eher eine Suppe, aber der Zander war super gebraten allerdings steif voll mit Gräten. Naan Brot und Reis leider belanglos. Der gute Service machte das Essen leider nicht Besser. Ein Stern für das Essen und zwei für den Service. Danke aber ich komme nicht wieder. (Translated by Google) Ate there a few weeks ago and thought I was getting Indian food. It also had an Indian touch. For starters I had lamb tacos, pulled lamb with no flavor and dry on a tiny taco. For the main course I chose a curry with fried pike-perch fillet, the curry was more of a soup, but the pike-perch was super fried but stiff and full of bones. Unfortunately, naan bread and rice are irrelevant. Unfortunately the good service didn't make the food any better. One star for the food and two for the service. Thanks but I won't be back.

  • 5/5 Thomas S. 1 year ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Despite the hot weather we sat outside in the shade, the service was quick and the food delicious. Reasonable prices for the quality (Original) Trotz des heißen Wetters schon im Schatten draußen gesessen, Bedienung war flott und das Essen lecker. Angemessene Preise für die Qualität

  • 5/5 Rouven S. 1 year ago on Google
    Mit extremen Abstand der Beste Inder in Kiel und Umgebung. Ob unten in der Bar oder oben im kleinen feinen Restaurante - tolle gemütliche Atmosphäre, freundliches Personal und super leckeres indisches Essen. Jetzt muss man nicht mehr nach Hamburg oder Berlin , etc. fahren ;-) (Translated by Google) By far the best Indian in and around Kiel. Whether downstairs in the bar or upstairs in the small fine restaurant - great cozy atmosphere, friendly staff and super delicious Indian food. Now you don't have to go to Hamburg or Berlin, etc. anymore ;-)

  • 5/5 Runa N. 1 year ago on Google
    Also vegan options available!! A really great restaurant in Kiel. Great for discovering new dishes, thought through and well made!

  • 5/5 WHITNEY N. 1 year ago on Google
    The restraraunt is amazing the decorations makes the atmosphere stand out, relaxing, Very welcoming staff. We had the pleasure of being served by Charlotte, thank you ,you are really a sweetheart 😘. The food was amazing, i had missed Roti and it really did bring back the feel of home. I would definitely recommend it 1000times.

  • 5/5 Ishtiaque A. 1 year ago on Google
    It's a amazing place ...nice liked it

  • 5/5 Jörg W. 1 year ago on Google
    Selten sooo gut gegessen, waren zu viert dort, alle begeistert. Super Service, ganz freundlich und aufmerksam, gerne wieder. P.s. indisch heißt nicht unbedingt scharf

  • 2/5 Dev M. 10 months ago on Google
    The food and flavours were good but the service and concepts from a fine dining Indian food pov were completely missing. Waiters and waitresses had to be hunted down to order food and one would be standing up to ask where the washroom was and the waiter would just walk past you. We asked if a certain dish can be served with a bread of our choice instead of rice and they said it's not possible. Then the rice came separately in a bowl, and we were left wondering what about this was not possible. On the first page of the menu, they say how Indian food is all about sharing but then their serving style just doesn't work with sharing. And we had ordered an appetizer which came after the main course only after we reminded them that we had ordered that too. The place has potential but the experience was super disappointing.

  • 2/5 Seema T. 5 months ago on Google
    I’m a South Indian and I placed an order for dosa here . Take it from me it’s far far from authentic or good . But I enjoyed the service . We were very well greeted and attended to . There is a nice vibe to the place and staff is very considerate. The ambiance is really nice . But it’s not the place for good Indian food . May be the spice levels or the taste is catered to more local Germans and I understand that but it’s not definitely for Indians cravings. The vada pav was a good experiment yet again not even close to the original flavour or taste . Given the prices are higher than usual would only visit the place for a one time experience . Not a go to place .

  • 5/5 Marina D. 3 years ago on Google
    It really changed my perception of Indian food! Everything is sooo delicious, perfect seasoned and very unique! They also serve breakfast, which is quite different than the typical german breakfast, which would always be my preferred option. My only complaint is the cravings I have afterwards🤤 p.s The brioche bun is homemade, and the best I ever had! Incredibly soft and very buttery. I highly recommend the spinach and egg bake for breakfast!

  • 5/5 Andy S. 1 year ago on Google
    Superb quality of food, the service from the whole waiting team was excellent and I would highly recommend anyone in Kiel to come to this restaurant. When you like Indian food that isn’t too spicy then This is the place to come. Drinks are reasonably priced along with the food

  • 5/5 abhishek s. 2 years ago on Google
    I went there for dinner. It is by far the finest Indian food that I have tried in Europe. The flavors were very close to authentic, malai kofta is must try in this place.

  • 5/5 Elisabeth G. 2 years ago on Google
    Delish good, excellent service, lovely atmosphere and very reasonably priced. Thanks for a fabulous evening. We will be back.

  • 5/5 Matt 7 months ago on Google
    A very nice Indian restaurant, with delicious food and drinks. The selection is limited, but therefore quality. The service was very professional and polite. Highly recommend if your after a touch of spice in Kiel.

  • 4/5 Liam L. 4 years ago on Google
    Schönes Konzept, gute indische Küche in besonderem Ambiente zu präsentieren - nicht wie bei vielen üblichen indischen Restaurants. Bedienung ist sehr bemüht freundlich. Gute Auswahl an Speisen, preislich gehoben aber für die Leistung angemessen. Geschmacklich sehr gut. Kleine Verbesserungsmöglichkeiten: Das Bockshornkleeblatt auf dem Makhani-Curry war Koriander, für meinen Geschmack etwas zu wenig Käse im Cheese-Naan, viele Tische „reserviert“ aber im Laufe der Zeit kam niemand.

  • 5/5 Stephan N. 2 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great dining experience with an Indian flavor! (Original) Tolles kulinarisches Erlebnis indischer Prägung!

  • 5/5 Merle H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great atmosphere, great service, great garden to sit outside - a cozy café all around. And the homemade tartlet and the lovingly prepared cappuccino were absolutely amazing 🎂 I will come back! (Original) Tolles Ambiente, toller Service, toller Garten zum draußen sitzen - rundum ein gemütliches Café. Und das selbstgemachte Törtchen und der liebevoll hergerichtete Cappuccino waren der absolute Wahnsinn 🎂 Ich werde wieder kommen!

  • 5/5 P G. 2 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A great place for lunch or an evening meal. Polite and discreet service. It is worth asking for off-menu dishes. (Original) Doskonałe miejsce na lunch lub wieczorny posiłek. Uprzejma i dyskretna obsługa. Warto zapytać o dania z poza karty.

  • 5/5 Claudia S. 3 years ago on Google
    Der Wahnsinn! Die Törtchen sind super lecker und wir haben unsere kurze Pause sehr gerne hier verbracht. Wir kommen wieder! 🤩🤩🤩

  • 5/5 Wolfgang E. 2 years ago on Google
    Tolles Essen, kompetente und sehr freundliche Bedienung. Tipp: einen Mix von Vorspeisen zusammenstellen lassen, dann hat man einen Eindruck von der Vielfalt der Geschmäcker Indiens.

  • 3/5 Simge U. 2 years ago on Google
    Disappoining, especially after having read the reviews here… I’d like to list here the positives & negatives, so that no one else has the disappointment like we had Positives: - very nice ambience; the restaurant is in a beautifully designed villa on different floors - beautiful garden. It was a rainy day, we couldn’t enjoy the garden. But I can imagine having their nice drinks on a sunny days - one of the most delicious garlic naan I have ever tried 👏🏻 Negatives: - you can forget about the service. We had to wait 45 min to get our main dish after we completed starters, even it was not crowded at all 🤦🏻‍♀️ and they brought main dishes only after we asked after 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️ even worse, there was no one apologising or saying sorry.. and you can imagine that you would no longer be hungry if you wait so long after your starter - the food taste was ok, portions quite small for the price. At the end, you felt that you paid quite high for the food you had I would personally not go there again. If you’d prefer going, be aware of extremely long waiting times

  • 5/5 Axel H. 2 years ago on Google
    Very friendly and attentive service... the food was well prepared and as a group of three we were offered to share multiple dishes to enjoy a wide variety - our request was met with professional attitude and was executed with a smile... we will be back...

  • 5/5 Joel S. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place to eat Indian food in the city. Very good taste .

  • 5/5 Mathias H. 2 years ago on Google
    Top service !!

  • 3/5 NEHA S. 3 years ago on Google
    The service is really good. One comes across the pleasant smiles of the staff and ambience is great. The food tastes good but it’s not authentic Indian food. It’s more like Indian food modified a lot to match the taste buds of Germans. All 3 stars are for the service and the ambience.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Difficult to find a space
    • ✓️ Free of charge street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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