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

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

A man preparing a curry in a large pan.

A curry dish on a plate with a towel.

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

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

Bar self at the restaurant displaying bottles of spirits.

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

Sliced tomatoes and onions in a bowl.

Trees and outdoor furniture outside the doors of the restaurant.

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

Table and chairs outside the restaurant.

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

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

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

Path leading to the entrance of the restaurant at night.

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

A person eating a starter at the restaurant.

Restaurant menu on top of a table outside the restaurant.

Two dishes on a table.

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

Three curry dishes being prepared in a kitchen.

Two women laughing and enjoying drinks inside the restaurant.

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

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

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

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

Restaurant menu on top of a table outside the restaurant.

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

Two dishes on a table.