Pakistani Restaurants near Plainville, CT

“While recently visiting family in Terryville, CT. I was invited to join them for a meal at ASIA DARBAR in Plainville. I had never had Pakistani food and my family was concerned that it would be too spicy or exotic for me. When we arrived we were warmly greeted by the owner. My BIL is from Pakistan so was easily able to explain that I was a newbie but willing to try any food they suggested. I have to say that I think they went out of their way to have me sample a wide range of flavors and spices. I highly recommend the Butter Chicken and the mango smoothie if you’re not into seriously spiced food. They were easily within my comfort zone. Some of the other foods stretched my taste buds almost to the limit but in a totally enjoyable way. There was a goat & rice dish, a rice & pea dish, Naan bread and, of course, the mango smoothie. For dessert, I had a sample of a rice pudding, a warm carrot pudding, and a 3rd that I can’t name. All were excellent. I can’t judge the quality of the food because, again, I had never eaten similar food. Everything tasted wonderful, tho. It’s my understanding that the restaurant has recently changed ownership so let me mention the wonderful people I met. The owner checked in with us to make sure everything was OK. It definitely was. The waitress was a young college student who was an absolute delight. She was attentive but not intrusive, friendly and always helpful. It was an all-around wonderful experience. I’ll definitely be back to try the weekend brunch on my next visit. My only request would be that they relocate to central New Hampshire so I can eat there more often. Thank you for wonderful food and a thoroughly enjoyable experience.“

“You don’t have to go to Lahore to eat Lahori food!!!“