Janaki Indian Cuisine — Restaurant in Metropolitan Borough of Solihull

Authentic Indian food is difficult to come by. We decided late on Friday evening that we wanted go go out for a meal. Twelve of us, a mix of all ages announced our arrival at Janki.

Being a vegetarian, I'm always sceptical about the choices that are available. It's common to find the veg dishes being an afterthought. I was reassured by Tarun (owner), that he too was vegetarian.

The first thing we noticed about the restaurant was it's cleanliness. The spotless mirrors were a good sign. The staff were friendly and helpful. Tarun took a seat at our table and greeted us in person.

We had a four starters, each different and flavoursome. It wasn't the same gravy repurposed for a selection of dishes.

For the mains, we actually over ordered given how generous the portion sizes were, but we were not complaining! The dishes again were well cooked and clearly fresh.

It's not often that the selection of breads are done to a good standard, for example, the naan was the right thickness and not stodgy.

As far as staff go, we had the pleasure of being served by friendly, professional and enthusiastic staff. They were engaging, took time to understand preferences and even went as far as to recommend dishes.

Our curious five year old was intrigued to see what was going on in the kitchen, and so, he was taken in to say hello (at a distance of course!). It was clear that the cleanliness and friendliness extended to the kitchen, and the food was being prepared to order.

It was a random find, thanks to a Google search, but we were all genuinely impressed, including Dad, who's a hard man to pleased!

Thank you Tarun...

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 An Unforgettable Culinary Gem in Dickens Heath!

Janaki Indian Cuisine is an absolute treasure! From the moment you step through the doors, you're greeted with warm hospitality, a beautifully elegant ambiance, and the inviting aroma of authentic Indian spices.

The menu is a perfect balance of traditional favourites and unique house specials. I highly recommend their signature Chicken Dhaba—a rich, rustic dish that delivers a burst of flavour in every bite. It's no wonder it’s the star of the show! The vegan and gluten-free options are equally impressive, offering something delicious for every dietary need without compromising on taste.

Each dish is crafted with care and presented like a piece of art. The service is impeccable—friendly, attentive, and genuinely passionate about food. It’s clear the team takes pride in what they do.

Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner, a family gathering, or just a taste of real Indian comfort food, Janaki is the place to be. It’s more than just a meal—it’s an experience.

We’ll definitely be returning...

Beautifully cooked and presented food but unfortunately the restaurant was empty (8pm on a weeknight) when we visited so it lacked the warm atmosphere we had hoped for and all felt a bit "flat". The Member of staff on duty was friendly and attentive but refused to honour the special offer that is advertised on their own website which was disappointing. Quality of food and ingredients is clearly good but old fashioned ideas like charging extra for a tiny chutney tray to go with already expensive poppadoms and starters seems petty. Would we visit again? Maybe due to the excellent quality of main course but only on a weekend or if there was a group of us to create our...