Akshaya - The Picture Drome
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About Akshaya - The Picture Drome
On Kensington in Liverpool, Akshaya - The Picture Drome serves Sri Lankan and South Indian dishes alongside curry classics on a walk-in basis. The menu runs to 116 dishes, spanning Chicken 65, Paneer Manchurian, and Punjabi Samosa, with pappadums on the side and Dosa Tacos offering a folded take on the usual dosa format. Madras chicken and biryani also feature. The restaurant opens daily, and diners can take any leftovers home in a doggie bag rather than finish everything at the table. Parking is free on site, useful given the walk-in setup. Staff have marked guests' birthdays with a cake and music brought to the table. The overall approach stays plain and unfussy, built around a wide spread of familiar South Indian and Sri Lankan dishes rather than a short, curated menu.
Menu & Prices
116 dishes · mains £3–25- Pappadum£3.90
- Chicken 65£8.50
- Paneer Manchurian£7.90
- Punjabi Samosa£4.90
- Yoghurt Chat Bombs£5.90
- Dosa Tacos£5.90
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention madras chicken, biryani, free parking and birthday celebration surprises.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention madras chicken, biryani, free parking and birthday celebration surprises.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers repeatedly praise the Madras chicken and fragrant biryani, alongside friendly, quick service and generous portions at reasonable prices. Several describe staff going out of their way, noticing a birthday badge and surprising a child with cake and music, while another recalls a birthday made special by the servers. Diners also cite the welcoming atmosphere and note free parking as a bonus.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers repeatedly praise the Madras chicken and fragrant biryani, alongside friendly, quick service and generous portions at reasonable prices. Several describe staff going out of their way, noticing a birthday badge and surprising a child with cake and music, while another recalls a birthday made special by the servers. Diners also cite the welcoming atmosphere and note free parking as a bonus.
Featured reviews
- Katie Bengochea
“1st time at the restaurant and the service from the young lady Akshaya was brilliant! Helpful with recommendations on the food, very friendly, polite and welcoming. Food was also lovely!👌🏻 As always our eyes were bigger than our bellies and we ordered too much, but took home the rest in a doggie bag. Will definitely return 🤤”
- Phillipa Retnasingam
“Came for an impromptu meal, and it was delicious. Really well decorated restaurant with a lovely ambiance. We were served by Jo, who was very attentive and explained everything to us. He made us feel very welcome and brought our food quick. Extremely reasonable prices, good portion size and delicious food! Would highly recommend, especially as there is free parking which is a huge bonus vs city centre locations.”
- Mollie Corner
“Gorgeous place, gorgeous food and the price is very reasonable. Will definitely be back. Thank you to all the staff for making my nieces birthday special. Especially our servers / Deeksha Gowda. Thanks again ✨”
- Paul Humphreys
“Back for a second visit and Akshay did not disappoint! Fantastic food, friendly staff, and super quick service. They went above and beyond by noticing my daughter's birthday badge and surprising her with a cake and music. It’s that kind of service that will keep us coming back.”
- danny mckeefrey
“Great Indian restaurant with a warm, welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff. The food was full of flavor, especially the Madras chicken and fragrant biryani, and everything tasted fresh. Generous portions and fair prices make it well worth a visit. I’d definitely come back!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Unassuming and easygoing eatery for Lankan and South Indian cuisine, plus curry classics.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
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- Accessibility· 3
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Indian Restaurants near Akshaya - The Picture Drome
- 1.5 mi£10–20
red doner kebab, huge portion sizes, the naan bread
- Taj Lark Lane3.92392.2 mi
lamb tikka, overly sweet curries, large portions
- Arong4.31873.8 mi£10–20
food arrives piping hot, lamb chop starters, owner remembers customers
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akshaya - The Picture Drome | 4.63,260 | — | — | madras chicken, biryani, free parking |
| House of Spice / Desi Donner - Liverpool | 4.558 | 1.5 mi | £10–20 | red doner kebab, huge portion sizes, the naan bread |
| Taj Lark Lane | 3.9239 | 2.2 mi | — | lamb tikka, overly sweet curries, large portions |
| Arong | 4.3187 | 3.8 mi | £10–20 | food arrives piping hot, lamb chop starters, owner remembers customers |
The 3 nearest indian restaurants by distance. Ratings, hours and review terms come from public business profiles.
