the dhaba

delicious and authentic food!. i love the dhaba! the service, ambiance, the food is very delicious. it's a food and place that makes you feel closer to india and its culture. i pretty much take all my friends there all the time and my friends second my opinions about the dhaba too. especially their garlic naan, bhindi masala, shahi paneer, chaat is out of this world. its definitely one of my favorite places and i recommend it to everyone!

awesome food and amazing experience. i am writing this review after visiting the dhaba often for the last year or so. usually all the indian restaurants start well but then their food quality and customer service starts going down...but i am pleasantly surprised to say that the dhaba still maintains the food quality and the friendliness.

since they started i have been pretty impressed with what they have done with a small area. the ambiance is welcoming and the heavy copper plates and bowls and glasses remind me of the authentic indian style.

i would definitely recommend the dhaba to everyone and i am sure when you go there once, you will keep going...

this punjabi is a must have!  by far best indian (punjab) cuisine my wife
and i have encountered in the valley of the sun!  taking advantage of restaurant week, we were
able to thoroughly enjoy a both esthetic and flavorful, if not flamboyant trip
to india within the dhaba’s culinary and décor environment!  the moment you arrive, you are struck by
their museum-like front displaying glass encased ornaments, clothing and more
such as kurtis with phulkari – and exhibited are indian auto rickshaws showing
both incredible intricate hand-made design and real wear!  and, the as you enter the front door, you set
foot into a very traditional and very authentic environment seeming to take you
back in time to raj also known as the british india period!  keep in mind this area of the world dates its
heritage and cuisine to the indus valley civilization (dating as far back as
1900 bce).  this northern indian cuisine
which boasts pakistani influences (pakistan borders punjab) drives its
influence in their incredible foods.  both
my wife and i enjoyed everything we tried, quite a bit.  the prices are very reasonable, considering
the hefty portions they dish (which in many instances will require boxes for
take-home!), and the quality and adherence to authenticity the dhaba
offers.  regarding the food, starting
with my wife’s white wine and i a large bottle of taj mahal beer, we then took
the opportunity to try starting with their: samosa plate (very refreshing and
unique salad), freshly baked naan bread; my wife had the cashmiri chicken tikka
masala (chicken breast marinated in traditional spices and yogurt and prepared
in a tandoori) while i had the exquisite and tender rendition of the lamb curry
(lamb cubes with dhaba spices) we finished off with deserts of badami kheer a
wonderful indian rice pudding, and i had the gulab gamun (spongy milky balls in
rose syrup!  as i mentioned, by far the
best we’ve had in the area.  highly
recommended to aficionádos and newbies to punjab alike!  great
atmosphere, attention, service, price and quality... a very enjoyable
experience - we'll be back!  bon appétit from gástro ecléctico.

great ambience ,okayish food ,good service.the waiters were very responsive to our requests and the lighting in the place enhanced the whole experience.

i had a great goat curry. there are a lot of options on the menu. really helpful staff that help pick spice level. i plan to go back next time i'm in the area.

experience in a single word - horrible
.
went two times there and came back with horrible experience. first time i visited with my friends at 8:40pm and the manager or the owner told us that the restaurant was close whereas on their website closing time was 9pm. on the very next day, we again went there this time reserving a table for 8pm and again we were disappointed as they couldn't accommodate us by giving a shitty excuse and attitude. i feel they don't give a shit about their customers especially the new ones and the whole staff is arrogant. i don't think i would visit this place again or would recommend it to anyone.

have been eating here last few years.best
chicken tikka masala and ssamosas.
great service and atmosphere.will surely keep coming back for the fresh and traditional
taste.

every time i go to the dhaba, it brings back memories of moms fresh wholesome food. i love going there with my family. the customer service is makes me want to revisit all the time.

the dhaba has consistently delivered good food and service. this is real punjabi food using fresh ingredients, produce and meats. my wife an i wonder how the small restaurant in a small market can be such a stand out.

i had a very pleasant dining experience and really enjoyed the intimate setting.  their is a wide variety on their menu and the food is all fresh and delicious.  the restaurant is intimate in its setting and creates a warm atmosphere.  i will definitely be back.

visiting town for business. this restaurant was highly rated and recommended. delicious food. attentive service. the place is small but very well decorated. enjoyed the recommendations from the manager. she took good care of us. thank you.

great place to dine out with my wife.i requested for chicken tikka masala and paneer makhani,it was so delicious and i never had the kind of taste in az and ca.service,presentation,nice environment and a decent place to dine.i highly recommend this restaurant. very authentic.

few days ago i went for dinner to this restaurant featuring a fine punjabi (indian) cuisine. being a retired chef not very often i am please with the preparation of a dish. in this case my main course was the chicken korma, a nutty and delicate  preparation. the chicken korma in this restaurant was excellent, so much that i sent my compliments to the chef.
the ambiance of the restaurant is typical indian and cozy. is a small restaurant and having a reservation is a smart thing to do. they have also a nice wine list, an exception for and indian restaurant, featuring also two indian wines ! 
the service was attentive and professional.

went out here for dinner with some co-workers. their first time trying indian food. it was fantastic experience. we will be back for more soon.

really thankful for this gem in the desert.  i loved the food, the intimate environment, and great service.  our meal started with a fresh salad with a fragrant fruit salad dressing.  for our entrée we had the lamb vindaloo with medium spice and my wife had the chicken tikka masala.  along with the entrées came the basmati rice and garlic naan.  the meal was delicious and filling.  it doesn't look like a lot of food at first, but the dish sizes are deceiving.  to finish off the meal was a rice pudding which cleaned the palate, and was amazing.  overall, the dhaba is the best indian restaurant in az.  i loved it and highly recommend it.