Amor - the newest Indian restaurant in Rochdale - opened its doors in the Bamford area in December 2023.

​Amor describes itself as serving Subcontinental dishes with a fusion of home-style warmth and modern flair, offering a meeting of modern Indian cuisine and the artistry of expertly crafted cocktails. Head Chef Mohammed Rahman also brings huge experience having spent 5 years leading the kitchen at the popular nearby restaurant The Pavilion.

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Though there are the traditional curry and tandoori options on offer (think Jalfrezis and Lamb Tikkas etc), there are also some particularly eye-catching dishes. For example we haven't seen the Kholija Puree starter before, made with tenderised beef liver, medium spices and caramelised onions on a fried puri bread.

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The House Specials menu continues this theme of including unique dishes too, with a Chocolate Masala Curry which showcases the bittersweetness of chocolate, and the Achari Shatkora Bhuna, built around a fruit pickle and shatkora - a citrus fruit native to Bangladesh.

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The drinks menu is also extensive, with a great wines and spirits selection, Cobra on draught (classic), and, rarely for a curry house, a choice of champagnes with some fairly reasonable options to boot - and that's before getting to the cocktail menu. For those looking to enjoy the bar, Amor is only a 10 minute cab ride (or designated driver trip) from the centre of Rochdale.

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The restaurant itself is a real feature of Amor, with fully modern furnishings and bar, with presentation being a clear point of pride. No wonder though, the owners of the family-run restaurant have been successful in the business for more than three decades, and clearly know how they like things to be.

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Starter prices: £4.50 - £10.00

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Main course prices: £11.50 - £19.00

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Takeaway: Yes​​