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An ardent food lover, Kamal Kumar publishes sharp monthly reviews driven by uncompromising taste and curiosity. An MBA graduate from a École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées (ENPC), he blends culinary passion with strategic insight as a successful entrepreneur, with global perspective and refined palate.
Kanjiaraam Restaurant review
Kanjivaraam largely lives up to the hype it has built on Instagram, offering a thoughtfully styled escape into what feels like an old, elite South Indian household. The interiors are clearly a strong point. Tasteful, restrained, and rooted in heritage aesthetics, the space avoids kitsch and instead opts for quiet elegance. It sets expectations high before the first plate even arrives.
Thankfully, the food mostly keeps pace. The menu stays firmly anchored in classic South Indian cuisine, resisting unnecessary modern twists. Dosas are well executed, crisp where they should be, light on oil, and structurally sound. Thalis are generous and composed with care, offering a balanced spread that reflects familiarity rather than experimentation. That said, while the flavours are authentic and comforting, they rarely surprise. This is traditional food done correctly, not reinvented.
The strengths lie in consistency and restraint. Sambars are robust without being overpowering, chutneys fresh and well-balanced, and curries show depth rather than relying on spice to make a point. Portions are ample and satisfying, though at times they verge on predictable for seasoned South Indian diners who may be looking for nuance or regional specificity.
Service is polite and efficient, but leans more toward professionalism than warmth during peak hours. Given the restaurant’s popularity, tables turn quickly, and the experience can feel slightly rushed when the dining room is full. The lack of reservations adds to this pressure. A 30-minute wait is almost inevitable, which, while understandable, slightly dents the otherwise refined experience.
Kanjivaraam is best approached as a dependable, well-executed South Indian restaurant rather than a revelatory one. It excels at recreating familiar flavours in a polished setting and does so with commendable consistency. For Gurgaon, that alone makes it a worthy destination. Just arrive early, temper expectations of novelty, and you’re likely to leave satisfied.
Location Map Link : https://maps.app.goo.gl/h4Vfb8d7eH26U7Vb8
Address : First Floor - Khasra No. 18, 22/2/1/2, Main Road, Sector 65, Gurugram, Haryana 122102
Video Tour of the restaurant : https://youtube.com/shorts/3UL8iTgNHeM?feature=share