Darbar Restaurant

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  Ali Gord

  ·1 month ago

  “Delicious food, friendly staff and very nice environment. There is not much to say about Darbar restaurant as they are the best Persian cuisine in Manchester no doubt. Only small comment: Wish you guys switch to sangak naan. Overall, this restaurant is fantastic and their kebabs are so delicious 👍😇”

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  Rebecca L

  ·2 months ago

  “Overall we liked this Persian restaurant. Food is good with generous sized portions. Good range of vegetarian options as well. In terms of improvement, it would be nice to had an authentic prawn or meygoo option😊”

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  Kashmala Khan

  ·2 months ago

  “Located up the stairs on a busy road, easy to miss and overlook, but what a shame that is. This is a gem, and I mean that in every sense of the word. We have had Afghan and Persian food across Europe and the UK, but this is probably the best we have had. Warm, flavourful, balanced, fresh, authentic food, food that makes a dull week brighter. I do not really feel it is necessary to rate anything else in an establishment when the food is what truly shines and excels. Kudos to the chef and kitchen staff. What an outstanding job you are doing. I would keep this place as my secret, but that would be an injustice to the many people who have not discovered it yet. We will absolutely be back!!!”

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  Joel Campbell

  ·2 months ago

  “I seen Darbar advertised on Instagram and the food looked great. It’s a hidden gem / family run business in Cheetham Hill. I ordered the mixed grill and the meats were cooked perfectly, I don’t know how they make them so tender, juicy and full of flavour. It’s a 10/10 from me and will be back soon . Inside has a traditional feel and very welcoming. They don’t serve alcohol so I went for a mixed tea which was a nice change. Check them out 💯 %”

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  Zainab Lunat

  ·2 months ago

  “I visited Darbar with my cousin for the first time on a Sunday around 4pm for an early dinner. We were welcomed in by incredibly friendly and smiley staff. We admired the Persian interior and the warm atmosphere around us. The menu was diligently explained to us and the waiter adjusted the dishes to ensure we had the best experience. We ordered: - Hummus - Kashk e Bademjoon - Chips - Flat bread - Momtaz - Lamb mince skewer and chicken - Barberry rice Everything was yummy! Super fresh and the meat was moist and tender. No flavour was to overpowering and each bite complemented the next. Thank you for your hospitality. I’ll be sure to bring my family again soon!”

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  Hamid

  ·3 months ago

  “The food was noticeably under-salted, so we had to add salt ourselves. Unfortunately, adding salt afterwards to bland food does not really work well, and it made us extremely thirsty afterwards. I understand that the restaurant may be trying to be cautious for customers who prefer low-salt food, but in this case it affected the overall taste. The shishlik meat was tough, and the rice served with the dish seemed to be Indian-style rice rather than the kind usually expected with Persian food. Aside from the disappointing food experience, the owner was very friendly and the staff were pleasant. The atmosphere of the restaurant was also nice and welcoming. I hope the kitchen team pays more attention to the quality and flavour of the food in the future.”

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  Munaira Ibn jumah

  ·3 months ago

  “We had a wonderful experience at Darbar Restaurant. The food was delicious, fresh, and full of authentic flavors. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the service was outstanding. A special thank you to Sam for his excellent service, professionalism, and friendly attitude. He made us feel very welcome and ensured everything was perfect throughout our visit. Highly recommended, and we will definitely come back again!”

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  Dan

  ·3 months ago

  “The food here was absolutely amazing! The grilled meat was so juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked, and the rice was authentic and delicious. The ice cream was also incredibly nice — creamy, refreshing, and beautifully presented. On top …”

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  Saman Salman

  ·3 months ago

  “One of the best restaurants in the city. We tried several dishes, and every one of them exceeded our expectations. The food was delicious, the presentation was excellent, and the service was outstanding. Would definitely visit again and highly recommend it.”

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  matin rashidi

  ·4 months ago

  “Disappointed and disgusted. Staff were nice and kind. However, the food was disgusting. We came as a group 6 and ordered different meals each. I ordered the lamb shank and crispy rice. Lamb shank was disgusting and under cooked. I could not …”