Courtyard by Marriott, Agra Launches ‘Anise’, a Specialty Indian Fine Dining Destination


~Authentic Awadhi and Frontier cuisines await you at this exclusive specialty restaurant~

Agra, 4th November, 2016: It’s news that will warm every gastronome’s heart in Agra.  Courtyard by Marriott is launching a new fine dining restaurant Anise, at its prestigious property in the city of the Taj Mahal.  Anise is a specialty restaurant, offering a delectable selection of authentic Awadhi and  Northwest frontier dishes – kebabs, curries, biryanis and much more. Apart from the regular menu ,Table d'Hôte menu which offers  a multi-course meal with select choices will also be available for connoisseurs  wanting to savour signatures  dishes by Executive Chef Vivek Kalia, head of the Anise culinary team.

Courtyard by Marriott, Agra Launches ‘Anise’, a Specialty Indian Fine Dining Destination

Courtyard by Marriott, Agra Launches ‘Anise’, a Specialty Indian Fine Dining Destination

Courtyard by Marriott, Agra Launches ‘Anise’, a Specialty Indian Fine Dining Destination


The open air dining facility is located on the ground floor of the hotel. The ambience is warm and welcoming.   Four gigantic mashals hanging from the top of the entry gate of the restaurant regally welcome the patrons.  Water fountains at the entrance and fire bodies strategically placed add to the grandeur of the restaurant. The hotel’s expansive lawn provides a beautiful backdrop. Surrounded by lush green landscaping, Anise promises to provide patrons a royal dining experience.

 “At Courtyard Marriott Agra, it is our constant endeavor to provide our guests with the best services and facilities along with the most vibrant Food & Beverage program in the city.  We hope that Anise will completely charm our patrons and bring them a gastronomic experience they have been waiting for,” says Abhishek Sahai, General Manager, Courtyard by Marriott Agra. 

Executive Chef Vivek Kalia adds, “Now our guests staying at the hotel don't have to look far for great dining experience. They can enjoy our succulent kebabs, exotic curries and aromatic biryanis in the comfort and luxury of the hotel, at our new restaurant, ANISE.”


If you are a foodie and happen to be in Agra, you have to a treat yourself to this gastronomical luxury. Relaxed sophistication awaits you here.   After a busy day, join up at Anise with friends or family to enjoy an authentic Indian meal served with authentic Indian hospitality. Bon Appetit !

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