Delhi Dhaba

This is definitely a hidden gem for brunch. The restaurant is kind of in the cut so you have to enter on the side of the building. We had a 1230 reservation and there were no other customers there when we got there. Seemed pretty odd for a Saturday brunch but then again it's the holiday season, it was freezing outside and many people may not even know the spot exists.The food was good and the service was great. After about an hour and a half a few more people started rolling in, but in total there was still maybe 10 customers including us. The staff was very attentive and the food was very flavorful. Our least favorite items on the menu were the potato balls that looked like meatballs and the French toast. I probably should've known better than to order French toast, but I love French toast. But unfortunately they didn't get it right. But everything else was solid. If the service wasn't as good, I probably would've given them three stars, but I really enjoyed my time here. I would come back.

This review is for brunch only as I haven't had it for dinner. A word of caution: this isn't a typical brunch buffet and if you are bringing Indian parents like my in laws that are expecting that they will have questions and more questions because Indian parents aren't too fond of change when it comes to food. For my part and my husbands part, we loved it. Hits:- gol gappa is totally perfect with authentic tasting pani- fries are true masala fries with Maggi sauce which is spicy but perfect with their fabulous chai- samosas are authentic perfection with a crisp crust and actually hot and flavorful green chutney -- you can taste the mint and cilantro. - Palak chaat was actually a fave for everyone at the table, classic chaat textures and flavors- Aloo paratha: actually filled!! So many places give you some thin AF layer of potatoes inside, this was lovely. Filling had actual flavor as well. - Lamb vindaloo: good but spicy! Authentic Indian spicy- Saffron French toast: the saffron syrup Makes the dish, but ask for more as the initial portion isn't enough- Chole puri: my in laws enjoyed. Good option for those who are more traditional with their food. Misses:- Deviled eggs and koftas a bit blah and flavorless- Avocado toast had too many topping which made the bread get mushy. Nothing uniquely Indian about it. Not a fave. This is Indian food made by and for Indians and it shows in the quality and authentic flavors. Since the vast majority of the food was great and the service was also very friendly and patient in explaining the ordering system, I'd happily come back and check it out for dinner.

Ambiance: (5/5) Great decor. We sat outside and it was great weather. The table was set for 15 of us. Price: (2/5) I think the brunch price is ridiculously high. $40 without any soft drinks. I think a reasonable price would be $30 for the portion sizes. Food: (3.5/ 5) I enjoyed the food. The chicken tikka and butter chicken were a little too similar, but both tasted good. I think the aloo da paranthe was a bit stale on the edges. The French toast was really good. It had a honey saffron sauce on the side was amazing. The lamb vidaloo was also good, but I thought it could have been spicer. They didn't have gulab jaumun, so they only had one dessert option. Service: (4/5) Staff was nice. It did take a while to get the food out even though they weren't super busy.

This place is a hidden gem! Spice Kraft is where people usually go for Indian happy hour, but THIS is where you should actually go. Happy hour every weekday from 4-6 PM.The lassis are all great - my favorite is the rose or mango. We also got the delicious samosa chaat, which my friend said may have been the best chaat she's had. The place is more authentic than Spice Kraft and the food is better. Get the garlic naan here. We also got the paneer makhani, which was sweeter and ok. I would try a different entree next time.

It's a nice little cozy place with decent ambiance for food and drinks. The service was quick and without any fuss. The servers were friendly and helpful.We tried the pani puri, tandoori fish, chicken kadai, daal makhani and lamb biryani and overall the food was good. The lamb biryani was flavorful with tenderly cooked lamb.The prices are a bit on the steeper side and that might be due to the area in which this restaurant is located.

My recent visit to Delhi Dhaba was a treat! Right on a corner in court house, it was delicious with charming ambiance. The happy hour offer a selection of appetizers that comes with a beer of your choice. The samosas, served in a cute metal bike presentation, were a delightful start to our meal. I opted for the "Create Your Own Tiffin," which allowed me to sample two different chicken entrees and a vegetarian entree, stacked in cute metal stacking containers, all served with rice and naan. This option is perfect for solo diners like me who crave variety without having to order multiple entrees. The Chloe was simply delicious, although I did end up with leftovers to take home--it was worth every bite and I look forward to having it tomorrow for lunch. Delhi Dhaba has charming flower arch decor and colorful decorations scattered throughout the restaurant, making it engaging to look around. Service was quick and it was a nice quiet spot for a weeknight dinner. I can't wait to return and try more of their tempting menu offerings, like their pizza naan!

We went for dinner and everything we had was delicious! The gol gappa cart was unique and was so flavorful, highly recommend it. The butter chicken and lamb biryani were also amazing and perfectly seasoned. We sat outside at the patio, and the service was great. The lamb biryani took the longest but it came out fresh with naan on top of the stone pot.

Why is this place not on everyone's radar?! Seriously. I had one of the best brunches I've had in a long time. The service was perfect, the waiter was informative and kind. The food- OMG it was like a feast! Everyone dish was flavoral. The only thing I wasn't a fan of was the dumpling. And the brunch pricing! It beats DC's over priced brunch by a mile. I can't wait to go back.

We ordered for Valentine's Day take out after we got home they forgot to 1/2 of our entire order!! Not apologetic & still waiting for a refund. Completely ruined valentines night dinner so disappointing!

Great quality food and attentive service. The ambiance is mostly casual - enjoy the cheerful Indian music videos playing behind the bar. The food is what keeps me coming back here. The naans, chaats, and mains have all been among the best around. Though I haven't sampled these yet, nearby tables were enjoying street dishes served in playful miniature wagons, bicycle carts, and other creative presentations. Looking forward to enjoying those on my next visit!