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Welcome to Raj Darbar....."The Royal Court", over the centuries Indian cuisine has been influenced by many cultures. Raj Darbar takes the best from the culinary extravaganza of the great Moguls and bring you a "repast". On the culinary level it was the east, which conqured the west, and the universal popularity of curry is the delicious proof. Herbs and spices are used not only for aroma, but also for their digestive and nutritional values. Wholesome food and good health are closely linked. At Raj Darbar we use only the finest ingredients to prepare dishes that are as healthy as they are delicious. Our welcome comes from deep within our heart. We will strive to make your dining experience a return to those golden times when every meal was a feast. Our guests are our friends. Enjoy your delightful experience at Raj Darbar.
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It is true the food there at Raj Darbar is really good and I think the decor there is very nice. Although if you are looking for top notch service, don't.
Posted 11/18/08 | Report Abuse
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not even a little smile?
by lakeviewlove
i agree with the other posts about the service. the food is the best indian food i have had in chicago, but the service is ridiculous, they do act like it is an insult to them that you are there. some of the newer staff is nice, but the "guy at the door" just glares. i have taken to eating at indian grill instead, just because they food there is almost as good, but the staff is nice. the ambiance at raj is also really nice though...
Pros: good food, great na'an
Cons: service is awful
Posted 05/14/07
Never Going Back
by tea_lover
The food is good but not so good that I would ever give them the right to treat me like I am a problem. The service was HORRIBLE. Which is amazing because I have met the owner once and he is VERY nice. I have no idea how the employees could be so rude and bad. Especially the two old men. The chai is horrible but the food is good. If you get lucky and catch them in a good mood it is definetly worth a try once, but when you order take-out don't bother you have to talk to one of the rudest men usually. My company has thousands of people who come in from out of town and I make sure they stay clear from this place. I want them to know I care about their enjoyment of Chicago, so I always set up meetings at the places that care about their service.
Pros: Food is Good
Cons: Service is HORRIBLE!!
Posted 03/20/07
Prefer to eat at home
by karrie313
Raj Darbar has some of the best traditional Indian food in the city. The food is always wonderfully seasoned and consistent with each visit. The chef does a great job of tailoring the "heat" of each dish so that it isn't overpowering. They also have several dishes on the menu that are hard to find at other Indian restaurants. However, I have always found the service a bit disconnected. The wait staff has never been blatantly rude, but they often give the impression that you are doing them a favor by dining there. The atmosphere is quiet, but the benches and chairs are hard and uncomfortable to sit in for the duration of a meal. I prefer to order for carry-out.
Pros: Excellent food
Cons: Parking, Indifferent wait staff
Posted 12/20/06
Rude Service
by rkoshar
I attempted to place a delivery order over the phone, but the order taker was immediately impatient and blatantly rude. So I hung up the phone and called the Indian Grill on Clark, who delivered friendly service and delicious simosas and saag paneer. If I'm such a disruption to the employee at Raj Darbar, I'll do him a favor and stay out of his hair from now on.
Posted 11/17/06
Great Food
by nicolekoziel
I went with my friend, who is Indian, and another friend. The other friend and myself had never tried Indian food, and it was delicious! I highly recommend this resturant!
Posted 01/15/06
elegant and tasty
by dakiya
Raj Darbar offers an excellent selection of Indian dishes, some of which you will not find at other Indian restaurants. The setting is attractive and intimate and service is prompt and cordial. Delivery service is also very good.
Pros: nicely decorated, excellent food, good variety in menu
Cons: hard to park
Posted 10/17/02
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