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Welcome to

Amaani

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Opened in early 2018, the elegance and beauty of our food is only matched by our location; The Pumphouse can be found a stone’s throw away from the River Wear, boasting a truly stunning backdrop amongst nature’s beauty.

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“A hidden gem, first visit, very impressed, set in lovely grounds, food is amazing, restaurant decor is to a high standard.”

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“Absolutely stunning restaurant with very luxurious surroundings! The food and service was completely fabulous as usual from Sofhed and his team.”

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“This place is the best Indian restaurant in Durham.”

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Gallery

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Here’s a collection of some of our favourite images that have been taken at Amaani at The Pumphouse. They give you a sense of the exquisite dishes and beautiful location and atmosphere that only we can offer.

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Bar self at the restaurant displaying bottles of spirits.

Two onion bhajis on a plate with some salad being prepared in the kitchen.

A view of the stonework at the side of the restaurant.

Two dishes on a table.

Sliced tomatoes and onions in a bowl.

A sign at the front of the restaurant reads "Welcome to Amaani".

The view of chandeliers from the upstairs balcony at the restaurant.

Trees and outdoor furniture outside the doors of the restaurant.

A man pulls a pint of Cobra lager at the bar of the restaurant.

Three curry dishes being prepared in a kitchen.

Restaurant menu on top of a table outside the restaurant.

Two dishes on a table.

A view of the tables and balcony from the downstairs area of the restaurant.

Two women laughing and enjoying drinks inside the restaurant.

Table and chairs outside the restaurant.

Two roses in a glass in the middle of a table.

A small vase is placed at the middle of a table.

Restaurant menu on top of a table outside the restaurant.

A man and a woman enjoying a meal and drinks at a window-side table.

A well-presented vase of flowers on a window sill.

A man prepares a soft drink at the bar of the restaurant.

Restaurant tables are presented neatly with flowers, cutlery, glasses and napkins.

Restaurant tables are presented neatly with flowers, cutlery, glasses and napkins.

The view of chandeliers from the upstairs balcony at the restaurant.

A curry dish on a plate with a towel.

A chef is preparing a curry dish in a large pan with flames.

Path leading to the entrance of the restaurant at night.

A person eating a starter at the restaurant.

A view of a chandelier and mirror from the upstairs area of the restaurant.

A man preparing a curry in a large pan.