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Nirvanam
Indian
“South Indian dosas, Kerala curries and Andhra flavors, halal and vegetarian-friendly”
Nirvanam is a South Indian restaurant in Koto-ku, Tokyo, with Andhra cuisine among its listed specialties. Its name comes from the Sanskrit word for bliss. The menu spans dosas, Kerala-style curries, biryani and more, and the restaurant is halal with vegetarian and vegan options. It is part of a Tokyo group, and the official site shows branches in the Ariake area of Koto-ku.
- Friends
- Groups & parties
- Vegetarians
- Vegans
- Halal
- Lunch sets
Something extra
Why it’s worth the trip
Halal, vegetarian, vegan
The restaurant is listed as halal and offers vegetarian and vegan options. The menu also includes chicken, mutton and seafood dishes, so mixed groups can share a table.
Wide South Indian range
The official site describes dishes from Kerala, Goa, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. The menu lists many dosas plus Kerala, Chettinad and Andhra-style curries.
Lunch buffet and long hours
The official site advertises an all-you-can-eat lunch, with dosa sets orderable from 1:30 to 2:30 pm at some branches. The listing shows lunch and dinner every day, closing at 22:00.
Tabelog Best Restaurant
According to its official site, Nirvanam was named a Tabelog Best Restaurant every year from 2009 to 2014.
On the menu
Dishes to look for
Masala Dosa
¥1,200マサラ・ドーサ
A thin Indian rice crepe wrapped around a potato and onion filling.
Chicken Biryani
¥2,100チキン・ビリヤニ
Long-grain basmati rice cooked with spices, herbs and chicken thigh.
Kerala Chicken Curry
¥1,300ケララ・チキン・カレー
A chicken curry in a coconut-based gravy in the Kerala style.
Sambar
¥1,400サンバル
A lentil curry made with a tamarind sauce.
Fish Moilee
¥1,400フィッシュ・モリー
A fish curry with small pieces of fish in coconut milk.
Vegetable Biryani
¥2,000ベジタブル・ビリヤニ
Basmati rice cooked with spices, herbs and vegetables.
💡 Tips before you go
- The listing shows lunch 11:15–14:30 and dinner 18:00–22:00 every day. The official site gives slightly different hours by branch, so check the branch you plan to visit.
- The official site says lunch cannot be reserved and you should walk in, while dinner can be reserved.
- Dosa sets can be ordered from 1:30 to 2:30 pm at some branches, according to the official site.
- The official site also mentions a bento (お弁当) option and a delivery menu.
Frequently asked questions
Is Nirvanam halal?
Yes, the restaurant is listed as halal.
Does Nirvanam have vegetarian or vegan food?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan options are listed, and the menu includes vegetable curries such as Vegetable Korma and Dal Fry.
What are the opening hours?
The listing shows 11:15–14:30 and 18:00–22:00, every day of the week. Hours may differ by branch, so check the official site.
What cuisine does Nirvanam serve?
It serves South Indian food, including Andhra dishes. The menu has dosas, curries, biryani and breads such as naan.
Can I reserve a table?
According to the official site, dinner can be reserved but lunch is walk-in only.
Curry Navi wrote this guide from the restaurant’s own information and listing data. Please confirm details with the restaurant. Sources: Official website ↗ · OpenStreetMap ↗
Good to know
- ✓ Halal options
- ✓ Vegetarian options
- ✓ Vegan options
- ✓ Reservations
- ✓ Dine in
- ✓ Delivery
- ✓ Family friendly
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🕒 Opening hours
- Mon: 11:15–14:30, 18:00–22:00
- Tue: 11:15–14:30, 18:00–22:00
- Wed: 11:15–14:30, 18:00–22:00
- Thu: 11:15–14:30, 18:00–22:00
- Fri: 11:15–14:30, 18:00–22:00
- Sat: 11:15–14:30, 18:00–22:00
- Sun: 11:15–14:30, 18:00–22:00
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- 🅿 Parking
- Available