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Family run Award winning South Indian street food vegan ,Vegetarian And Halal meat restaurant.99% of our food are Gluten free
PRICE RANGE
US$4 - US$18
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Dinner, Drinks
CUISINES
Indian, Asian, Street Food
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Family style
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Reviewed 7 October 2023

Food absolutely first rate. Huge variety of tastes and textures. Caters for most food preferences (GF /V). Really engaged staff who genuinely love the food. Unassuming place, off the beaten track but worth the trip. (We were three older couples out for an evening meal).

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 22 September 2023 via mobile

Despite living in Norfolk we made sure of a return visit to this rather special restaurant. The convivial atmosphere suits our family, who like the quality of food more than starched tablecloths. There were three stars in our meal tonight. The first were the seven...vegetarian starters - we shared them all at our table - each different and not a duff one among them. The second was a fish curry - delicate and refined in texture and taste. The third we almost missed, somewhat replete when ordering coffee - a desert ungenerously described as a ‘mess’ but a delight to taste - neither too creamy nor too sweet. We will be back.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 6 September 2023

Notoriously conservative around food, it can be tricky to find something different to share with Afghan friends when eating out. Mama's Canteen bridges the gap for those wanting the fragrant flavours of vegetarian South India but also needing carnivorous options. Chicken and beef dhosas are...a revelation as are some of the less well-known curries. Plenty of options for those who want to try something a bit different and artful guidance on hand from your hosts. Thank you Amma & Co for pretty much faultless food and an enjoyable ambience.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 1 September 2023 via mobile

Fantastic, unique and tasty cuisine. The service is great, and we were made to feel extremely welcome! Would absolutely recommend.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 31 August 2023 via mobile

Popped in last minute for a midweek treat. Lots of delicious things to try and the team were very helpful in their recommendations. Nice atmosphere and everything was utterly delicious and comforting. Good drinks menu too. Cauliflower small plate, the lentil coated prawns and the...Beef Dosa were highlights but everything was great. Feels like great quality authentic food with dishes you won’t find anywhere else. Get yourself there!More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 26 August 2023

lovely evening, delicious food and excellent hosts. Recipes from their family home, prepared and presented with care and pride. We will certainly be back. Thank you for your hospitality :)

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 16 August 2023 via mobile

Incredible food! I had heard of this local hidden gem a few times but never got around to eating here. Well have I been missing out! My wife and I loved the food here. We got Allepey fish curry with steamed rice and a couple...of sides. The food and service were amazing! Definitely recommend!More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 28 July 2023

Six of us all vegetarian had a good choice. The service and food was good. The starters were excellent.Dosa ordered was not crispy and sambhar should be topped up but not here. Overall good Resturant and would visit again.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 18 July 2023

Very expensive for what it offers. less than average taste. I ordered Otthapam of £10.50. It was served in a very small cardboard box with no sambhar and quantity was too small for the price (Othhampam comes with Sambhar normally and is much bigger in...size, but this place rip you off) Order vada sambhar but it tasted stale and smelled of fish. You get Otthapam with sambhar for maximum £7 in city of London. Better to avoid this rip off place.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 2 July 2023

We went there when they were in awaiting their new cook. Our food was cooked by the owner. His food was excellent. Very authentic Indian food, well prepared and delicious. The service was good and friendly too. Will definitely be going back for more.

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 20 June 2023

I would say the most hyped place in Manchester. Being from India, I can say the food is good, but definitely not the best. I have gone to so many restaurants here, so you can trust me. Also, it is just too pricey. I can...easily have 2 of such meals at any other place with the price I am paying here, so you can imagineMore

Date of visit: June 2023
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saju ravindran, Owner at Amma's Canteen, responded to this reviewResponded 30 June 2023

Hi, Thanks for liking our food we are sorry you thought our food & service was pricey. You were a party of 3 and your total bill was less than £18 and think we are very expensive whereas when our regular customers spend more than...More

Reviewed 31 May 2023 via mobile

This place never ceases to amaze, the food and service are great as are the owners and the staff. Genuine Indian food, not a tandoori or tikka masala in sight, the owners are so passionate about their heritage and it shows in the food. Nearly...eaten our way through the menu now just wish we didn't live 26 miles away.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 14 May 2023 via mobile

Absolutely delicious meal and excellent service. A lovely family run restaurant serving authentic southern Indian food. Would definitely recommend to others!

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 24 March 2023

Can’t say enough good things about this restaurant. The food was delicious the staff were lovely and made some great recommendations about the food, especially the front of house waiter, he was so friendly and attentive. I’m coeliac and can’t remember the last time I...was able to share dishes whilst eating out with friends; 99% of the menu is naturally gluten free. We will definitely be back for more, my new favourite Indian restaurant in Manchester!More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 6 March 2023 via mobile

I visited with three other friends on 2 March 2023 was supposed to have been five in total but one could not make it. Booked a table for 1930 but then had to add 20 minutes which was done with no problems by the staff....Ordered Mango Lassi drinks which was a yogurt and mango drink, which I would highly recommend. The staff were helpful with letting us know what dishes were mild or could be made mild, however mild for me was a korma and that’s not on the menu. I tried some of the food but as I said in the title my throat can’t hack spicy whatsoever. I went to pay and explain that I couldn’t eat it because of me, nothing to do with the food or the presentation. If you doubt that, the place was packed that night which tells you something about the reputation with people stepping in to collect take aways. The staff bent over backwards to convince me to stay, gave a recommendation and didn’t even charge the meal on the menu, which I felt guilty about. So if you like a good spicy Curry and friendly service whilst your in Manchester and staying at the Premier Inn West Didsbury. Then Ammas Canteen is the definitely go to place for your Indian cuisine, out of the hotel gates, up the road, turn left and go straight upMore

Date of visit: March 2023
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Yes all meat are Halal
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Unsure - but am sure they would if it was something special you were after, they are very accommodating, but nothing like Red Hot Buffet places if that is what you were after
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Amma's Canteen is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 4.5