Dostana is a indian restaurant in Woolton Village, Liverpool. Rated 4.3 stars from 303 Google reviews. Known for flavour and generosity and genuine hospitality and owner presence. Best for groups and families with children. Price range: £20–30.
Rankings updated July 2026
Dostana
Across 300 rated reviews, 84% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.3★ |
| Reviews | 303 |
| 1-star share | 10.0% |
| Best for | Dinner |
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google — shown in English, with the original beneath
“Amazing food and service with a good variety of dairy and gluten free options.”
“Good selection of Indian starters and main meals.”
“All sauce with not much meat and no veg (onions, peppers, etc).”
Ratings vary between platforms
588 reviews across two platforms
Quick Verdict
Outstanding Indian restaurant with exceptional hospitality, generous portions, and a menu spanning traditional curries to Mumbai street food — worth the reservation.
You want bold, flavourful Indian cooking in a family-run neighbourhood spot where the owner remembers regulars.
About Dostana
Dostana is a family-run Indian restaurant in Woolton Village that has earned a loyal following through consistently excellent food and warm hospitality. The kitchen delivers bold, flavourful curries — from butter chicken and paneer sagwala to monkfish biryani — with generous portions and fresh ingredients that reviewers praise as bursting with taste. Owner AJ and the team are known for genuine attentiveness: regulars report being remembered by name, their drink preferences noted, and large groups welcomed even close to closing time. The menu spans traditional curries and chef's specials alongside Mumbai street food, with dedicated dairy-free and gluten-free options. The atmosphere is casual yet cozy, with a bar onsite serving wine, cocktails, and beer. Dine-in, takeaway, and delivery are all available, and free street parking makes visits convenient. Wheelchair-accessible throughout, with table service and late-night food offered.
Dostana earns its romantic reputation through both atmosphere and a serious wine selection — the kind of place where a dinner for two tends to extend well past dessert.
What Stands Out
Flavour and generosity
Multiple reviewers highlight curries 'bursting with fresh ingredients, rich flavours' and 'generous portions'; paneer sagwala with mushroom rice and plain naan cited as a standout dish.
Genuine hospitality and owner presence
Owner AJ recognised and remembered regulars, their drink preferences, and went out of his way to welcome a group of 12 late arrivals; staff consistently described as 'friendly, welcoming, attentive, and going above and beyond'.
Diverse, inclusive menu
Menu spans traditional curries, chef's specials, and Mumbai street food; dedicated dairy-free and gluten-free options noted; reviewers praise 'good variety' and 'so much choice'.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dostana
Yes. The restaurant welcomes groups of all sizes and is known for attentive service even during busy periods. A party of 12 arriving late reported being 'warmly welcomed' by the owner, who ensured they were 'well taken care of'.
Yes. Dostana offers a good variety of dairy-free and gluten-free options, as well as dedicated vegetarian and vegan dishes. Staff are happy to advise on menu choices.
Yes. Dinner reservations are recommended, especially for groups or weekends. The restaurant accepts reservations and is typically busy.
Yes. Dostana is good for kids, with high chairs available. Reviewers with children report everyone loving their meals and the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Free street parking is available in Woolton Village, making visits convenient.
Yes. The restaurant has a wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom, and seating throughout.
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