Glorifying Indian cuisine has been a pet project of the restauranteurs. They try to take this classic popular fare and give it their own tweak and then present it to the world in a sharp eye-catching atmosphere. North Indian food has always been centre of attraction for the restauranteurs and has been a classic choice for fine dining circuit game. There are string of well-known restaurants tucked all over Delhi NCR, each with their own gimmick to attract. For ‘Pind Balluchi’ of M-58, Near Central Market, Lajpat Nagar 2, New Delhi, the play is simple – good food. One of the long-standing favourites of curry buffs in the city, Pind Balluchi is a name that stands for strong flavours and old-fashioned culinary values. This restaurant is quite sought after by families and large groups.
If you dream of having luscious butter chicken with flaky buttery naans in the backyard of rural Punjab then Pind Balluchi is your best bet. The restaurant is famous for its luxurious North Indian and Mughlai spread including dishes from regional Punjabi province after which the restaurant is themed. Although facility of home delivery is available, we suggest you come in anyways to experience their warm hospitality. Everything from tequila to whisky is available here in case you want to drink. Those who don’t, can stick to amb da panna or tara tara dian lassi. Begin the meal with, gilafi aloo, hari mirch da tikka, dahi ke kebab and mutton shammi kebab. Get your curry fix with, paneer roll masala, ghar da kukad, butter chaap, pindi chole, meat de kofte and butter paneer masala.
Round off this rich Punjabi galore with a delightful array of desserts. Tickle your desi palate with, thandi kheer, gulab jamun, gajar ka halwa and tila kulfi. The outlet is quite reasonably priced. It’s a great steal if you want to have a generous Indian meal minus the worry about your wallet. This restaurant is designed to transport you to rural Punjab. The moment starts from the doorway itself as you see the effigy of a Punjabi man guarding the door. Inside, the décor is colourful, casual and eye-catching. The huge life-like tree standing proudly in middle of the restaurant adds to the charm. As Pind Balluchi is a pocket-friendly place, it fills up quickly. Better book a table ahead of your visit.
- The Dhaba Meat is a winner
- They identify regular customers and walk up for a chat, no matter how busy
- The Dahi ke Kabab is a superb and substantial appetizer