Amrina

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

Where Indian Flavors Meet a Global Kitchen

At Amrina, located on Waterway Square in The Woodlands, Texas, Chef Jassi Bindra brings a deeply personal approach to Indian cuisine. His philosophy is direct: "Food must be a joy, nothing less. Food must be a celebration of our culture, journeys and self-reflections." That conviction shapes every plate that leaves the open kitchen — a deliberate design choice that lets guests glimpse the chefs at work.

Bindra's story begins early. He started cooking alongside his mother as a child, and that foundation is visible in dishes that feel both rooted and restless — traditional ingredients handled with contemporary technique, flavors that tell a story without needing explanation. The result is what the restaurant describes as "soulful dishes that reflect joy," a mélange of youthful thinking and genuine storytelling.

A Menu That Ranges Widely

The dinner menu at Amrina moves confidently across borders while keeping Indian cuisine at its core. Appetizers include Truffle Raj Kachori with masala mushroom and white peas, Chettinad Crab Poppers with curry leaf potato mousse, and a tandoori Octopus served with cumin potato and schug. The Amritsari Prawn arrives in spiced gram flour with a gherkin, caper and herb tartare, while the Gochujang Chili Paneer nods to Korean flavors with sunomono salad and toasted sesame seeds.

For those drawn to premium cuts, the steak section features Rosewood Gold Texas Wagyu and Miyazaki A5 Grade Japanese Wagyu — a pairing of local provenance and global luxury that fits the restaurant's broader outlook. The cocktail program is crafted with equal care: signature drinks styled for visual impact and built for precise, clean flavor.

Recognition and the Room

Wine Spectator awarded Amrina its Best of Award of Excellence in 2022 — a distinction that reflects the seriousness of the wine list alongside the kitchen's ambitions. For a modern Indian restaurant outside a major metropolitan center, that kind of recognition speaks to consistent standards across both food and beverage.

Part of the Kahani Social Group, Amrina also offers private dining, catering, a tapas bar, and a Friday lunch service — making it a destination for occasions as much as for weeknight dinners.