Amaya

The next time you plan to go out in a large group for an Indian meal, head straight to Amaya—they have an extensive grazing menu (there’s no section for starters and mains, everything is served tapas style), the prices are fair, the chic décor comprises of a deep red colour scheme, bling chandeliers, leather chairs, and a live cooking station that takes centrestage (you can watch the chefs stir up a storm), and the ambience is lively and lends itself to chit-chat. Established by the people behind Chutney Mary, Amaya offers diners the option to choose between three distinct cooking techniques—tandoor, sigri (char-grilled) and tawa (iron-skillet)—so just think of it as the most lavish and delicious barbecue you will ever have. Amongst a stellar menu, dishes like the grilled oysters in coconut, scallops in herb sauce, lobster masala, monkfish, saffron rice biryani and black peppercorn chicken tikka will wow you, as will their delicious rendition of crème brulee. Pair your meal with a wine by the glass, and spend a long evening over good food and wine with good company.