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Akshaya - The Picture Drome

Restaurant Bar Pub Indian restaurant Cocktail bar Fine dining restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Fine dining restaurants in Liverpool


Address

286 Kensington, Liverpool L7 2RN, United Kingdom

Website

thepicturedromeakshaya.co.uk

Contact

+44 151 261 0001

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (1.2K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Friday: 1 to 11 pm
  • Saturday: 1 to 11 pm
  • Sunday: 1 to 11 pm
  • Monday: 1 to 10:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 1 to 11 pm
  • Wednesday: 1 to 11 pm
  • Thursday: 1 to 11 pm

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  • 5/5 Ahamed R. 1 year ago on Google
    What a transformation since the last Akshaya. Some items in the menu from the old restaurant has disappeared, however the ambience and the presentation makes it quite an occasion. Once you’re inside the restaurant, you will not believe that this restaurant is in Kensington. It’s really posh inside. Been there 4 times now. Will recommend anyone. Prices are reasonable too. Food is real authentic Indian/Sri Lankan.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Alchemi 2 years ago on Google
    I’ve never had Indian food before, and was pleasantly surprised with Akshaya. Though the kitchen couldn’t guarantee there would be no contamination of nuts to cater for my allergies, the staff were still helpful to assure me that the food was safe to eat. I had a lovely potato curry and rice that was, though a little spicy, very different to my usual tastes but absolutely delicious. The extravagant exterior of the restaurant is only overshadowed by the incredible interior design of the restaurant that sent me into an amiable mood. The mango lassi is a must-try here; a refreshing drink after a long workout. Akshaya was a great introduction to South Indian cuisine and I can’t wait to try more of their menu again!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 daniellam3i 1 year ago on Google
    If you're in Liverpool, and like me find yourself disappointed in the local food, you've better run to this place ASAP! I wish someone told us about it sooner! Food and staff were 10/10 GREAT!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laura H. 1 year ago on Google
    I love this place. The food is delicious, service is friendly and the inside of the building looks very fancy! The bar area is separate from the restaurant if you just want a few drinks. Cocktails are AMAZING! Highly recommend this place!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Akhil M. 6 months ago on Google
    We just visit Liverpool and by chance we see Akshaya restaurant and we decide to go for dinner at Akshaya. Firstly I am saying about the restaurant ambience. It is so astonishing because its lighting arrangement is so illustrious. Then saying about their staff (in my side),they are warm welcoming and friendly. They know how to treat a customer because our oder is taken by a lady staff and her name is kerthi . She is so kindly and respectful. At last saying about their food, we ordered Chicken kothporotta,Akshaya special friedrice,chicken biriyani,butter naan and butter chicken. Each of the items one by one better. But from this I really like kothporotta. So must visit for a tryout…
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Katrina C. 7 months ago on Google
    The best restaurant I've ever been to. The staff are immaculate and so lovely and helpful. The food, wow, unbelievable, we got lamb bhuna and lamb byriani, there was so much lamb, melted in your mouth too, got devilled chicken for starter, absolutely gorgeous as the mains were,and the prices are affordable, so much cheaper than any other Indian restaurants. When u walk in u just don't expect it to be so beautiful and spotless inside. Must of cost a fortune, the decor is juat beautiful. Been twice un 2 weeks, would if been more but didn't even know it was there.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mo 1 year ago on Google
    Food was delicious(vegetarian, vegan options available), staff was very polite , understanding and paying attention to detail. My partner at some point was trying my food which may contain ingredients not suitable for her and staff got worried and make sure she is aware that my food isn’t suitable for her( which we find nice). The decorations inside is just outstanding and breathtaking. We couldn’t just believe that this fancy place is just in front of our nose and never thought about checking it out until recently. But we are glad we did. I highly recommend foods lovers to check this place out. Thank you and we will definitely come back
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Moon 10 months ago on Google
    I love this place. The food was delicious and fresh. One of the best south Indian restaurant's in Liverpool to celebrate any event, will recommend anyone. Prices are reasonable too. Amazing and friendly staff🥰🥰🥰.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matthew H. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food, great atmosphere and very friendly staff! Made for a lovely night! All food was seriously packed with flavour, and unlike most curries, feel great despite eating everything on the plate! Would 100% recommend to friend & family. Hot plates was a great touch. Small details nailed. Thank you:-)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 dawid s. 1 year ago on Google
    Best Indian food in town, service is excellent and staff was very attentive. Very striking interiors. Definitely I will visit again.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sandeep A. 2 years ago on Google
    Authentic, scrumptious uthappams and piping hot Sri Lankan style sambar. A new entry into Liverpool's culinary scene but has the potential to go places. Did I mention the stellar ambience as well? Let the photos speak for themselves. Don't miss it!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rebecca L. 2 years ago on Google
    Wow! What can I say. The food, the decor the atmosphere is amazing - I can't recommend Akshaya enough. I have told everyone I can about coming here, and can't wait to go back. It has amazing food, drinks and the place is stunning, really amazing place to take pictures and has a great vibe, so perfect for a lunch or night out with friends or family party. I would really recommend the Biriyani, Lamb Chops, Butter Chicken and Chilli Paneer, they also have the most fluffiest Parathas which really compliment the curry. I wish I could have tried everything on the menu! I got a few extra bits including a Dosa as a take away as was travelling back to London and even after a few long hours in the car everything tasted fresh and full of flavour.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ajay N. 2 years ago on Google
    Service is good... Ambience is just superb. Quality of food is nice. But pricing bit high compared to even Saravana Bhavan in London. Ample parking space is available behind and cleanliness is just excellent. Most of the Indian And Srilankan cuisines are served here... But they can increase the items on menu for sure...
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tanmoy Abir M. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent place for lunch... Cheaper price but quality is outstanding... Must try : Mutton Rogan josh. Staffs are always in smiling face.. Great ambient environment. Highly recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 lianne k. 6 months ago on Google
    Absolutely delicious and well presented. Service was excellent and very friendly. A good varied menu with plenty of vegetarian options. The decor is beautiful and sets an ambience. It was a busy evening and the atmosphere was chatty but relaxed. Would highly recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sunsu B. 6 months ago on Google
    we went on a weekday evening so there was alot of availability and they managed to get us a good table without a reservation. The food is halal aswell which is what we were looking for. The service was quick and polite. The portion sizes are good and the food tastes great! The atmosphere was the best part.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 E. E. 2 years ago on Google
    It’s my humble opinion (IMHO) but I think it is the Best Asian food restaurant in Liverpool! The curries are very tasty, I actually think their entire menu is worth a try! I am a fan of this place and I fully recommend it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Arjun p. 1 year ago on Google
    The food was delicious and is perfect for the one who loves Indian cuisines. Wonderful ambience. A must try ❤️
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lisa P. 10 months ago on Google
    We have just been and ate at this wonderful restaurant. Seriously you need to try this place, the food, the service and ambiance are second to none, an experience you do not want to miss. Staff are all wonderful thank you for our wonderful evening. FANTASTIC!!! FIVE STAR.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Koustuv S. 7 months ago on Google
    Amazing food. Don’t be fooled by the spice ratings. The dishes are only very spicy if you specifically ask for it. Food is very tasty and mains are large portions. Highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Jacqueline L. 9 months ago on Google
    Came here yesterday with a group of friends. And everything was amazing. The food was delicious and fresh. The staff are amazing who look after you and nothing is any trouble. Toilets are spotless and the decor inside is beautiful. The best south Indian restaurant in Liverpool. If you haven't been, you definitely need to try it. You will not be disappointed at all. Thank-you akshaya for a lovely evening ❤

  • 5/5 Vivienne W. 9 months ago on Google
    A hidden jewel just a few miles from the city centre in Kensington. The most beautiful interior. The staff are wonderful and their dress code impeccable. The food is absolutely wonderful and very fairly priced and the bar is a lovely place to sit and relax and enjoy one of their superb cocktails. Not enough people even know about this place. Go....you won't be disappointed...you will be amazed!! The interior is spectacular!

  • 5/5 Tom C. 9 months ago on Google
    My birthday and our family of 7 sat in a large booth. The decor is fantastic and choice of beers to choose from as we looked at the menu was the best I’ve seen in a restaurant We ordered several starters for the table and all were excellent Great choice of mains, including large choice for the two vegetarians in our group. Again the food excellent I must also mention the staff. Service was exceptional. Couldn’t do enough for us Our first visit but will not be our last

  • 5/5 rajarshi m. 2 years ago on Google
    A superb restaurant. Excellent food and excellent ambience following the recent move and renovation. Tomi and Natalia run the business with an outstanding personal touch that filters down to all the staff. In my opinion clearly the best Indian restaurant in Liverpool. Cannot recommend enough.

  • 5/5 Milan Michael (. 7 months ago on Google
    Well my first rating at UK and Liverpool and I've been to there the restaurant. Had Indian especially Kerala style porotta and had mutton biryani plus butter chicken. So delicious and rate is Lil bit high when we compare with our country 😜. Btw had a great food with my family.

  • 5/5 stephen w. 7 months ago on Google
    Visited here again last night and after reading a few negative reviews recently I was slightly concerned. However these concerns were certainly unfounded. The food was, as it always has been, outstanding. The service was excellent and the atmosphere in the restaurant was great. The place was very busy yet the ample amount of staff were attentive friendly and helpful. All of our food came out in good time was delicious and hot. All of our group thought exactly the same. Great night great food and will definitely return once again soon.

  • 5/5 InspiredByPriyanka 6 months ago on Google
    We visited during our stay to Liverpool. The service was great. The food we ordered was amazing! Very flavourful and i was really taken back by how pretty the restaurant is. Certainly an Instagramable restaurant if you’re into aesthetics.

  • 5/5 Tom 0. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing food, fantastic service and lovely interior, by far the best Indian in Liverpool

  • 5/5 David 7 months ago on Google
    It's a great place to eat lots of new dishes to choose from, the place is amazing inside, very big fish tank.The food is good, the service second to none , parking at the rear, overall nice place to visit

  • 5/5 Nikhil R. 7 months ago on Google
    Authentic Indian Tastey Food.. Realy Impressed with atmosphere created in the restaurant its realy calming. You need to prebook to avoid any hastle. Food Its realy tastey,and have a wide variety of items in the menu at a reasonable price Service Srrvice is realy good and friendly Parking Restaurant have private parking space in the back side

  • 5/5 maddy7869 2 years ago on Google
    Such a beautifully uplifted Akshaya. This was my first trip during the pandemic but I was so pleasantly surprised. Its a much transformed place with much higher quality of food. The ambiance was surreal as not many places in Liverpool would offer such a setting.

  • 5/5 Amit G. 9 months ago on Google
    Not all places win my heart, but this one starting with its simple but beautiful dome, soothing and exciting colours, a high ceiling and comfortable seating plan, courteous and delightful staff was something that made Liverpool worth it. Best Indian food in the city.

  • 5/5 Panchu X. 10 months ago on Google
    Akshaya catered for party and their service was excellent. Tommy, their manager and Chef Lalu were exceptional on the day and sorting everything out prior. Attention to detail and the quality of food was just fabulous. Would recommend them to cater for events. Been to the restaurant many times, which has a fabulous ambiance and food choices.

  • 5/5 Thomas P. 10 months ago on Google
    Great ambience , wonderful service and excellent food. Nothing more to say , The best.

  • 5/5 Joseph B. 2 years ago on Google
    Wow!! What an amazing experience I and my family had at Akshaya! We went there last Saturday and we soon found that the atmophere was well family oriented and every staff was servant hearted yet the restaurant seems so royal. Most importantly the food was outstanding, excellent! I and my family felt so royal the way the staffs served us was too great. My sister Jane told me that she truly felt she was very important and special. I am so grateful for my friend who introduced and invited us to experience the great food and atmosphere!!

  • 5/5 David G. 10 months ago on Google
    Roban was our host, and what a fantastic host. Very knowledgeable about the food served and always on hand while we ate our meal ensuring all was perfect during our experience. The food itself was absolutely delicious and I would definitely recommend for all this who love curry’s like myself. The Indian style bread was a favorite with all at the table, hot, fresh and tasty. The venue itself is really clean and tidy with a giant fish tank and plenty of different fish to look at while waiting for food (which is not a long time by all accounts), the decor around the e restaurant is very calming and reading with dim lighting rather than bright fluorescent lights.

  • 5/5 Richie P. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing food in a beautiful setting and brilliant staff, another gem in Liverpool!

  • 5/5 Ganesh Krishnan S. 1 year ago on Google
    It was a wonderful experience I've had going back to the restaurant after a few years. I always used to have food from Akshaya while I was in Liverpool. This time I went back to Liverpool after a few years. It took me by surprise to see how well the revamped Akshaya- the Picture Drome is. It is a marvelous piece of a restaurant and the food is really tasty and not at all expensive. It fits to the pocket of the commoners even in this desperate times. Also, I was surprised to see that the type of crowd has changed and looks so elite. In short it is a great experience and a nice, cosy and warm place to spend your evenings and weekends. You will definitely love the place if you need a classic experience.

  • 5/5 Peter J. 5 months ago on Google
    While doing some work as a handyman in an apartment with two Indian ladies, one made dinner and offered me some. It was delicious! And reminded me I've not been to an Indian restaurant for a few years. I pass Akshaya frequently and posted on social media... has anyone eaten there? All responses were positive. So decided to go. The food was delicious, the staff are absolutely lovely. And the restaurant and bar at the rear, are really nice! And... it only cost me £41 for starters, main meal (Lamb Madras) with sides: rice and naan, desert, and 2 large red wines. I then went into the bar for another glass of red and to let my meal settle for a bit. All in all, it was a perfect evening!

  • 5/5 sumedh g. 5 months ago on Google
    I had an exceptional experience at Akshaya Restaurant . The service was top-notch, the staff management was excellent, and the food was simply outstanding. Every aspect of my time in Akshaya exceeded expectations, making it a truly memorable and enjoyable visit. I highly recommend Akshaya Restaurant for anyone seeking a delightful combination of great Indian cuisine as well as service and delicious dining. A solid 5-star experience!

  • 5/5 Osman D. 2 years ago on Google
    Stunning restaurant, beautiful inside, and the food was absolutely amazing.. Lamb chops starter were devine, perfectly cooked and juicy, very hard to pull off.. Food tastes like its been made with skill, and home cooked love and care.. Service was excellent and the ambiance...honestly one of the best restaurants I've been too.. And Im relatively well travelled. Can't wait to take the family.. Great recommendations by mate Ste jags..

  • 5/5 Emma B. 1 year ago on Google
    I attended for a family members birthday. It was absolutely stunning! The food was delicious and very fairly priced, the decor is amazing and the staff could not have been friendlier! I will be returning in the near future!

  • 5/5 Paul C. 2 years ago on Google
    Our family Visited Akshaya last night for the first time and were amazed. The premises comprises of 3 bars and a large spacious beautifully decorated restaurant area. As long term lovers of Asian cuisine we found the food to be the best we have tasted in 30yrs of Living in Liverpool. Staff were abundant, professional and attentive. Altogether an experience not to be missed. We will certainly be going there again.

  • 4/5 Jaison K. 1 year ago on Google
    Wide variety of Veg and Non-Veg food options. Indian foods are available, It's budget and family friendly,We were a family of 6pax and our total expense was just above 70. The interior is well made and looks great at night. The aquarium inside the restaurant is an attraction as well as an entertainer for kids. Bar is attached. Descent parking space available at the rear of the restaurant. Hope this finds helpful.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ 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
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Counter service
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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