OUR HERITAGE & VISION
Nestled along Melbourne's iconic Yarra River at the World Trade Centre promenade in Docklands, The Ambrai on Yarra brings the vibrant soul and royal culinary heritage of India to Melbourne's waterfront dining scene. Inspired by the centuries-old Ambrai Ghat of Udaipur — a timeless sanctuary of celebration, reflection, and royal banquets beside Lake Pichola — our restaurant harmoniously blends ancestral North Indian recipes with contemporary riverside luxury.
From the aromatic spice bazaars of Old Delhi to the opulent Rajput palatial kitchens of Mewar, our culinary team honours time-honoured cooking methods: charcoal-fired tandoor roasting, slow copper-pot dum simmering, and precision spice tempering using sun-dried Mathania chillies, Idukki cardamom, and Kashmiri saffron.
We believe in hospitality that comes from the heart. Every handcrafted curry, fragrant saffron biryani, artisanal bread, and curated cocktail is designed to immerse you in genuine Indian warmth — right here by the waters of Docklands, Melbourne.
EXECUTIVE CHEF JAYENDRA ANTHWAL
Since 2009, Executive Chef Jayendra Anthwal has honed his craft with prestigious international hospitality and entertainment organisations including the Indian Premier League, Hyatt Hotels, Qatar Airways first-class catering, Sahara Group, CID, and Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. Bringing over fifteen years of elite fine dining craftsmanship to The Ambrai on Yarra, Chef Jayendra masterfully bridges classic Indian culinary heritage with Melbourne's dynamic gastronomic expectations.
"My vision for Ambrai is to create an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates the richness of Indian cuisine, exceptional hospitality and the beauty of Melbourne's riverside setting."
THE PEOPLE SHAPING THE AMBRAI EXPERIENCE
BIRINDER SINGH
HEAD CHEF
ANKIT AGGARWAL
FOUNDER
ARSHJOT SINGH SHERGILL
FOUNDER
NAVJOT SINGH MALHI
FOUNDER"The aroma of the tandoor and the energy in the kitchen make every service feel like a festival. We bring a piece of India to Melbourne every day."