Darbar

Wilmslow Rd. Rusholme.
Darbar has unfortunately gone the way of many Pakistani places that are trying to shed the old-fashioned (poor) curry house image.  Understandable in itself, but is not achieved by sticking a massive tele on the wall, having silly flashing lights and hiking up the prices. – Thankfully the chef remains the same and is one of the best around.  On its day the food is as good as I’ve ever had of this type.  However you have to order the right thing. There are certain expectations of what dishes curry houses will have available – so even though Darbar has the traditional stuff they still have the base sauce curries too – which are OK but unremarkable.  Stick to the fresh grills – juicy and subtly marinaded and the ‘chef’s specials’ – Karahi Gosht on the bone, Nihari, traditional Korma, Handi, etc and you’ll probably have an excellent meal.