Indya by Vineet

Name: Indya by Vineet
Address: Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa - Al Mamsha St, Dubai Marina, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143165550

Dubai Marina

Indian restaurant Closed 04 316 5550

Indya by Vineet is a modern Indian restaurant in Dubai Marina, serving Chef Vineet-style interpretations of familiar dishes in a fine-dining setting. Reviews point to butter chicken, inventive set menus and well-presented cocktails as some of the main reasons to consider a visit.

Reputation Score

4.5

★★★★★

707 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Butter chicken

Butter chicken is repeatedly praised, with one diner calling it the best they had ever tried.

Creative menus

Set menus give diners a varied way to sample fusion starters, mains and desserts, with portions described as excellent for two.

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What to Eat at Indya by Vineet

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Indya by Vineet, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 5

Butter chicken Net +6

“Everything was so flavorful even the naan and daal. The butter chicken was also very good but in the cremier side.”
Chicken tikka massala Net +4

“We had butter chicken and chicken tikka massala, both were amazing and full of flavors. Portions were enough for one person and of course you can share if you want.”
Set menu Net +4

“We had a nice experience Ordered their “Set Menu”. Almost all plates were delicious & special. Portion was excellent for two.”
Lamb biryani Net +2

“To finish off our mains was a lamb biryani, I feel a restaurant biryani, Nothing special but this doesn’t mean it isn’t good but the earlier dishes were on a different level.”
Samosa pinwheels with desi ketchup Net +2

“• Samosa Pinwheels with desi ketchup — 10/10”

Honorable mentions (30)

Arancini balls Net +1

“Thoroughly enjoyed the food at Indya. Cocktails were smooth! The arancini balls were so juicy! Plus the service was fab!”
Chapli lamb kebab Net +1

“You can also try the mustard chicken, Chilly Prawns, Chapli Lamb kebab.”
Chettinad mutton curry Net +1

“Up next, Iddiyapam and chettinad mutton curry, This is the stand out dish at indya and the lightness of the iddiyapam with the tangy zingy mutton curry, Fabulous.”
Chicken tikka Net +1

“Got the dosa, chicken Tikka, lamb chettinad, dai puri, fish dish. All tasty and filling.”
Chicken tikka masala with kanda pohe Net +1

“• Chicken Tikka Masala with kanda pohe — 9/10”
Chilly prawns Net +1

“You can also try the mustard chicken, Chilly Prawns, Chapli Lamb kebab.”
Chowpatty bhaji dosa Net +1

“Highly recommend the pinwheel samosas, chowpatty bhaji dosa and sabudana vada. The flavour and texture of each dish was spot on, well balanced with the sauce/curry base.”
Churra paratha Net +1

“• Churra Paratha — 10/10”
Chuski Net +1

“The chuski is also a good dessert to try.”
Coriander fish tikka Net +1

“The Coriander fish Tikka was distinct in flavour, which really stood out.”
Cucumber mint raita Net +1

“• Cucumber Mint Raita — 10/10”
Curd rice Net +1

“We started with appetisers which was prawns and curd rice, A strange started which is usually an end of meal thing but wow, a must try.”
Dai puri Net +1

“Got the dosa, chicken Tikka, lamb chettinad, dai puri, fish dish. All tasty and filling.”
Dosa Net +1

“Got the dosa, chicken Tikka, lamb chettinad, dai puri, fish dish. All tasty and filling.”
Garlic and butter naan Net +1

“We tried the classical butter chicken, chicken tikka masala, garlic and butter naan, and it was very tasty.”
Golgappa Net +1

“We loved the GolGappa as well.”
Gulaabi puri chaat Net +1

“Every single dish was bursting with flavour; highly recommend the Gulaabi Puri Chaat.”
Iddiyapam Net +1

“Up next, Iddiyapam and chettinad mutton curry, This is the stand out dish at indya and the lightness of the iddiyapam with the tangy zingy mutton curry, Fabulous.”
Lamb chettinad Net +1

“Got the dosa, chicken Tikka, lamb chettinad, dai puri, fish dish. All tasty and filling.”
Lamb curry Net +1

“We took the lamb curry, some starters including the onion balls and the lemon bread - everything was just fine.”
Lemon bread Net +1

“We took the lamb curry, some starters including the onion balls and the lemon bread - everything was just fine.”
Maharashtra chicken curry Net +1

“The Maharashtra chicken curry is just too good – full of flavour and perfectly cooked. I would literally come back again and again just for that dish.”
Mustard chicken Net +1

“You can also try the mustard chicken, Chilly Prawns, Chapli Lamb kebab.”
Naan khatai cookies Net +1

“We didn’t have much space for dessert and opted for the cardamom chai which came in a dhaba like tea pot and glasses and naan khatai cookies, which we asked for more and brought them home.”
North indian fish curry Net +1

“Only would like to give a suggestion for North Indian Fish curry preparations do not add curry leaves in it. Rest all ok. ✅”
Onion balls Net +1

“We took the lamb curry, some starters including the onion balls and the lemon bread - everything was just fine.”
Sabudana vada Net +1

“Highly recommend the pinwheel samosas, chowpatty bhaji dosa and sabudana vada. The flavour and texture of each dish was spot on, well balanced with the sauce/curry base.”
Shrimp Net +1

“Good portion size for the appetizers. The shrimp was cooked perfectly.”
Shrimp in chili paste with curd rice Net +1

“The highlight for me was the shrimp in chili paste with curd rice.”
Gulabigang Net 0

Mixed feedback

“The dessert was very good!! Gulabigang - a rose flavored Tres Leches.”

What to Avoid (1)

Food 1

Jelebis Net −1

“The only downside was the gulabi gang dessert did not match the standards of the earlier courses, the jelebis were soft and not very crispy, overall however it was decent to eat.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Ask portions. Ask how dishes are sized before ordering; reviews describe both shareable portions and meals that left guests hungry.

Clarify menu. Ask the server which dishes are starters or mains because one diner found the menu difficult to follow.

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Practical details

Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa - Al Mamsha St

Marsa Dubai - Dubai Marina, Dubai

04 316 5550

Mon	6:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Tue	6:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Wed	Closed
Thu	6:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Fri	6:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Sat	12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Sun	12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM

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Common Concerns

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Inconsistent food

Several diners found dishes bland, average or below expectations, despite strong praise from others.

Slow service

Reviews mention long waits and staggered courses, including two starters arriving at completely different times.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

58 aed

saffron rice

“A bowl of saffron rice at 58 aed is a bit excessive pricing”

Google review · May 2024

800 AED

2 people

“I do not recommend spending 800 AED for 2 people with such a mid food”

Google review · October 2025

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The Bottom Line

Indya by Vineet is a modern Indian restaurant in Dubai Marina built around familiar flavours with a more polished, fine-dining presentation. You can order classics such as butter chicken and chicken tikka masala, or explore more unusual plates including Maharashtra chicken curry and Gulaabi Puri Chaat. Set menus are useful for trying several dishes at once, and one review found the portions excellent for two.

The strongest feedback focuses on flavour, colourful presentation and the restaurant's drinks. Diners have praised the gin selection, cocktails and dishes such as coriander fish tikka, while the interior and atmosphere suit family meals, birthdays and group dinners. Dietary requests have also been accommodated, including vegetarian and no-egg requirements.

There is a real consistency caveat. Some visits were outstanding, but others found the food tasteless or merely average, with service delays, staggered starters and missing accompaniments. Prices can feel steep: one diner objected to saffron rice at 58 AED, while another felt 800 AED for two was poor value.

Portions also vary in perception, so ask before ordering and consider sharing. Lunch tables near the hotel pool may have a less formal backdrop.