Bellevue
Bellevue offers an unforgettable dining experience amongst restaurants in Agra.
Pass through Mughal style architecture; under the gold domed roof, past elephants, water bodies and into the refreshing ambience of the Bellevue restaurant at The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra. Naturally lit through large windows, sparkling with spotlights and bespoke glass panels, Bellevue is furnished with long sofa seating and intimate tables upholstered in vibrant turquoise leather. Vintage black and white photographs of Agra's Mughal monuments adorn the walls, while dark sandstone and white marble tile the floors.
It is well know that the Mughal emperors were patrons of lavish food. Akbar had very extravagant food habits, Aurangzeb preferred vegetarian cuisine, Babur's kitchen displayed central Asian influences, while Humayun preferred Iranian flavours.
At Bellevue restaurant, we have tried to capture the Mughals' passion for international flavours and fine dining in our specially-curated cuisines. At the heart of our menu are Italian classics, reinvented with an Asian twist that reflects the gout de terrior, or the spirit and nature of the South and South East Asian regions. We also feature handcrafted Indian delicacies, reinvented with a distinct Oberoi signature by our masterchefs, as well as Indonesian, Thai, Japanese and Lebanese vegetarian and non-vegetarian specialities that pay homage to age-old culinary secrets and traditional cooking methods that retain authentic flavours.
Esphahan
Across the hallway from the brightly lit, all day dining space: Bellevue, our specialist tandoor dining space: Esphahan is unique amongst restaurants in Agra. Nestled behind carved wooden door panels, waiting to be discovered, Esphahan is punctuated with Mughal style sandstone and marble stacked pillars; a demure, softly lit Indian speciality restaurant, subtly adorned with hand painted wall frescoes and tasteful Mughal inspired designs. Candles glow upon intimate table arrangements and a traditional musician plays soft, live music upon the stage.
The fine dining menu features recipes passed down from the Mughal emperors' kitchens and inspired by their adventures on the Northern frontiers: perfectly marinated kebabs, slow-cooked to enhance subtle flavours, with spices specially blended to suit individual guests' palates, rich Mughal curries and soft Indian flat breads, handmade by our tandoori chefs and served piping hot on traditional, burnished metal plates. We also serve a wide range of vegetarian dishes: crisp fried yogurt kebabs, pan fried sesame, spinach and lentils, as well as chef's special vegetarian and non-vegetarian platters, thalis and traditional desserts.
The Lounge
Located on the ground floor of The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra, the lounge is a charming space to visit in the early morning, afternoon or late at night. From here, guests can enjoy picture-perfect moments as they bear witness to the play of light and shadows upon the Taj Mahal at different times of the day, without leaving the comfort of the hotel.
The lounge is brightly lit from above by a magnificent crystal chandelier hanging from a Mughal style, gold domed ceiling, and is filled with natural light that flows in through large windows that frame the Taj Mahal view. The interior is tastefully decorated with handpicked brass figurines that sit upon ornate gold fretwork shelves, and is bright with sparkling mirrors and vibrant turquoise washed wood.
From the comfort of a sofa, an armchair, or from the large open air terrace, guests can relax and admire the majestic Taj Mahal, sitting just 600 metres away, while enjoying a cup of speciality tea or freshly ground coffee. An experience unique to The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra.
The Bar
The Oberoi Amarvilas is home to the only bar in Agra that has uninterrupted Taj Mahal views. From the large windows that naturally light this relaxing space, guests can see the world famous tribute to eternal love in its full splendour. For those interested in an alternate aspect, behind the bar is an oil canvas depicting the layout of the Taj Mahal as seen from above; a design which inspired the layout of our luxury hotel.
Our comprehensive bar menu includes classic Martinis, single malts, American whisky, gins, rums, tequilas, cognacs, champagne cocktails, classic cocktails, Oberoi signature cocktails and mocktails, Oberoi signature iced teas and speciality coffees, all served to perfection from noon until midnight.
Guests are welcome to sit back and unwind after a fulfilling day of sightseeing in Agra, sink into the silk upholstered sofa or pull up a stool beside the bar with an aperitif or nightcap, accompanied by game of chess or backgammon and unsurpassable Taj Mahal views, only at The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra.
