Atosha Cruz

a week ago

"One of my favorite restaurants and Indian restaurant at that, is Darbar. Between Das, Manny and Hasan, they have always made me feel welcome, like family. They have even customized their Butter Chicken Sauce for me, due to my low spice tolerance. But their Mango Lassi drinks are my absolute favorite. I literally overdose on them. Unfortunately this month they are closing their doors at the end of December. They are looking for a neighborhood place but like all of these property owners, they have gone up on commercial rent and forcing good, small merchants out of their spaces they have operated for decades. So, if you read this before the month is done, they have a wonderful buffet almost everyday. Come get some and celebrate them. A true jewel of midtown Manhattan, that needs to be kept. Even Governor Kathy Hochul was there 2 weeks ago. Ask them to show you the picture."

Alok Tewari

a month ago

"I had a wonderful dining experience at Darbar Grill. From start to finish, everything about the meal stood out — the presentation, the taste, and the warm hospitality. The restaurant has a cozy and elegant atmosphere, perfect for enjoying authentic Indian food in a relaxed setting. I ordered their bento-style thali, and it was beautifully presented. Each section of the box had something special — fragrant basmati rice with peas, creamy dal, flavorful paneer curry, and perfectly cooked meat curry that was rich and aromatic. The little pakoda added a nice texture and spice contrast, while the mango dessert was the perfect sweet finish. It’s rare to see such careful presentation in Indian food, and this was done with real attention to detail. The naan was soft and warm, ideal for scooping up the curries, and the chai was smooth and comforting — exactly how it should be. So was the samosa. Every dish felt freshly made and balanced, not too heavy, and full of authentic flavor. Service was friendly and attentive without being intrusive, and the staff made sure everything arrived promptly. Overall, Darbar Grill delivers excellent food, a refined presentation, and a welcoming environment. A great spot in Midtown for anyone who loves flavorful, well-prepared Indian cuisine."

Samantha Flanigan

5 months ago

"Had a wonderful experience! Every restaurant was closing and we approached couple minutes before closing! Welcomed to have a seat all 3 of us! Food 10/10, they closed later for us! Wonderful service. I was the only vegan and was accommodated greatly!!!! So many options!!"

Giocomo Solco

5 months ago

"Great restaurant! Excellent service and authentic Indian Cuisine. Everything was delicious. So unique and full of flavor. So many different options on the menu. The atmosphere was nice and quiet easy to talk to friends and family at the table. Love this place. Deserts were great too especially the Gulab jamun. If your looking for an ethnic Indian food experience go to Darbar Grill! I HIGHLY recommend it."

sanjiv kumar

6 months ago

"Darbar Grill truly impressed us with its delicious food and warm hospitality. They offer a variety of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, all packed with authentic flavor. We were pleasantly surprised with complimentary kheer at the end of our meal—a sweet and thoughtful touch. They were also incredibly kind to our toddler, even giving them a balloon, which made the visit extra special"