Delhi Dhaba

4.6

31 Reviews

$31 to $50

Indian

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Delhi Dhaba was established in July of 1991 by a local Arlingtonian family that emigrated from New Delhi to the United States in the 70’s. Their vision was to bring the colors, flavors, and riches of a traditional Indian Dhaba to the locals in the metropolitan area. Traditionally, a Dhaba is a roadside restaurant or cafe found on highways and on the outskirts of cities, towns, and villages. Dhabas were initially started by enterprising Punjabi’s to cater to the needs of truckers, for wholesome, clean, and hot authentic Punjabi food at any hour of the day or night.

Over the years Delhi Dhaba has become one the most well known and respected Indian restaurants in Arlington. The family continues to push the envelope of new ideas everyday while staying true to their culture and values.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 25, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Indian, Nepalese, Pakistani
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(703) 524-0008
Website
http://Delhidhaba.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
South Asian/Indian, Women
Catering
Catering for all different types of occasions. <br>Large groups are always welcome.
Private party facilities
Small groups up to 30 people
Private party contact
Daisy: (703) 524-0008

Location
2424 Wilson Blvd, Unit B, Arlington, VA 22201
Neighborhood
Arlington
Cross street
N. Barton St
Parking details
Street meter parking available. No charge after 6pm. Garage inside the building also available on Adams Street.
Public transit
Bus and Metro accessible.
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Happy Hour! Cocktails and Small Plates
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Welcome to happy hour with a vibrant Indian twist! Experience the flavors of India with our delectable cocktails and tantalizing snacks that are sure to transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Delhi. Indulge in the fusion of traditional Indian ingredients and contemporary mixology as we present to you our curated selection of Indian-inspired cocktails and snacks.

Vegetable Samosa$3.50
Two crisp turnovers filled with mildly spiced potatoes and green peas
Vegetable Samosa with Chole$5.95
Two crispy vegetable turnovers topped with chickpeas, spiced onions and chutney
Vegetable Pakora$3.95
Delicately spiced fresh vegetable fritters, deep-fried in chickpea batter
Aloo Tikki with Chole$5.95
Two mildly spiced crispy potato patties topped with chickpeas, spiced onions and chutney
Chicken Cutlets$5.95
Two pan-fried, spiced ground chicken cutlets
Chicken Pakora$4.95
Chicken fritters delicately battered in seasoned chickpea flour and fried
Paneer Pakora$5.95
Indian cheese delicately battered in seasoned chickpea flour and fried
Fish Pakora$6.95
Seasonal fish delicately battered in seasoned chickpea flour and fried
Chat Papdi$5.95
Crispy flour chips tossed with chopped potatoes, chickpeas, yogurt and chutney
Bhel Purl$5.95
Puffed rice and flour chips topped with seasoned onions, cilantro, diced potatoes and chutney
Bhel Purl$1.95
Crispy spiced lentil wafers
Pani Purl$5.95
6 pieces of crispy purl shells filled with a mixture of seasoned chickpeas and diced potatoes served with spicy mint water
Mulligatawny Soup
Split yellow lentil soup with mixed vegetables
- Cup$2.95
- Bowl$4.95
Chicken Soup
Chicken soup filled with corn and topped with saffron
- Cup$2.95
- Bowl$5.95

What 31 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.1Service
4.2Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

31 Reviews

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kiaA
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience4
The food is so fresh and delicious!!! The naan is always perfectly cook. Yummy!
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AparnaD
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We dined here with 3 generations of Indians and all enjoyed the foot. It was well made with just the right amount of spice. The presentation of the food was creative. we would come back again.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience4
Food was great and served fresh!
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kalyanis
Minneapolis
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, great service and great ambience. Keep it up! Best wishes!!
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MaryD
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you haven’t been to Delhi Dahba is awhile, you should go back. They have totally upped their game. Fun new “street food” items on the menu, beautiful food presentation, lovely outdoor patio, and of course, the food has always been delicious. So darn good - and got to eat the leftovers the next day.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Excellent food. My 8 year old niece said it made her tastebuds so happy!
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FrenchMom
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious! I especially liked the special where we get samples of 3 dishes with rice and naan bread.
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CliffordA
Baltimore
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
The variety of dishes as well as the flavor made this dining experience a pleasure!
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agnesb
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 5, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience3
Met up with a friend, really enjoyed the food and great service
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TedinArlington
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delhi Dhaba is the best Indian Restuarant in Northern Virginia. My friends from India endorse and recommend Delhi Dhaba for its authentic Indian cuisine. My family has been eating at Delhi Dhaba for over 15 years. Great food, good prices, good service. I highly recommend Delhi Dhaba.
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ChristinaT
Washington DC
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience2
Best garlic naan in Arlington!
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EileenM
Greater Boston
243 reviews
vip
4.0
243 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience3
The food is in steam trays in the front. You order what you want, sit down and they bring it to you. Then you sit at a table like in a standard sit down restaurant and they refill your water glasses. We really enjoyed the food and we would come back.
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Toolsmith
Washington DC
86 reviews
vip
5.0
86 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience4
Malai kofta delicious. Garlic Naan spectacular!
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srikanthkv
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 30, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is very good and prices is also ok by Washington DC standards.
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OpenTable Diner
Singapore
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2019
overall3food3service2ambience2
On entering we informed that reservation had been made under Open Table but this was ignored. Told by the waiter it didn’t matter and that they didn’t subscribe to Open Table. This had to be untrue so we had to insist that this be noted in their system. We tried the weekend buffet and the price was reasonable for the amount of vegetable and meat dishes. But the only meat cooked in different forms of curry and tandoori was chicken. So go à la carte if you want to try their lamb or beef dishes.
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KristinM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 9, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience4
The service was very good -- pleasant and prompt to take our order as well as deliver food. Four of us shared four appetizers and four entrees. Two of us had dessert. All of the food was good. It was not very crowded when we had dinner there, but the atmosphere was warm and friendly. The decor was nice and exotic (as one would expect) but not overdone. My idea of very good. Somehow, I had never been here before, so it was a very pleasant surprise.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2018
overall3food3service3ambience1
Went for a birthday, they didn’t note that from the Opentable app. Really noisy place, food was okay. Waiter asked us to pass the food to everyone while he stood and handed out food from one end. Cook didn’t care to remove seeds from jalapeño pakoras so they were inedible and extremely hot and thats coming from an Indian person. Didn’t create a good impression, food was okay, songs’ first line was stuck on a loop for 15 minutes until I asked them to change, waiter was not feeling it. The family that came that day was probably the owners because they kept going in and out of the kitchen like it was their private pantry. So they probably don’t care about other paying customers because their noise level was incredibly loud which really destroyed our mood to come to a restaurant otherwise well rated. It was like oh you’re 9/10 loud, so I’ll be 11/10 loud, I win.” This was the part I thought was incredibly inconsiderate and ruined the evening overall. Not going back if I’m in DC again. Not like the owners care anyways.
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RithaR
New York Area
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2018
overall1food3service1ambience1
Look at the picture attached. The hours specified clearly state that Friday's and Saturday's the timings are 3:30 PM to 10:30 PM. I had initially made a reservation on Open Table for this restaurant at 7:30 however knew there was no way I was going to make it on time. I ended up canceling the reservation, and made another reservation through open table again for the same day, an hour and 15 minutes later. I also called up the restaurant to inform them I had changed the timing, in case it didn't get updated in time and clearly told the man over the phone we'd be coming in at 8:45 pm. We arrive at the restaurant, on time, and the first thing we hear upon entering is "We're closing soon". We had come for a quick date night dinner, and I told the server that we had called and informed of us arriving at 8:45 and that their website clearly mentions that they're open until 10:30. I also mentioned, we're not the couple to sit and take hours to order (seeing we generally read the menu well in advance) and order almost immediately. The waiter proceeds to tell us that they close the restaurant at 9:30. (UPDATE YOUR WEBSITE THEN). My only concern was this could have easily been avoided, had they mentioned this over the phone on our drive to Arlington. We'd have saved the time and quite honestly, I'd have been happier ordering pizza rather than deal with such a rude server. The food we ordered was alright, nothing extravagant. We felt rushed, the server didn't even get us a glass of water, even after us repeatedly asking for it. Overall, I'd never go there again. Hopefully, you don't either.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2018
overall3food5service4ambience1
The ambiance needs improvement but the food is well worth it. It was a cold night and the front door which was missing the top hinge kept staying in the open position. I had to point this out several times to the wait staff. Also could have been a little cleaner. We came at 7:30 and the floor seemed to have some mess from earlier diners.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2018
overall5food4service4ambience4
The buffet was a great deal, and we really enjoyed the food!
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Multipass
Washington DC
19 reviews
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2018
overall3food3service4ambience4
Delhi Dhaba is a neighborhood gem located in the Courthouse are of Arlington. It is a mix of sit-down dining with a lunch quick order counter. The food was very authentic and tasty. What seemed odd is that there was really no drink fountain or ice tea brewing station, and you had to pick out a bottled drink.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 13, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Several tasty authentic Indian dishes; Moderate prices; Friendly, polite service; Pleasant experience. (Please note that restaurant does not have own parking area, street parking only, towing strictly enforced if parked in the adjacent parking lot that is owned by another business.)
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happy2dine
Washington DC
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
The tandoori offerings, especially tikka chicken, are delicious and tender. Samosas are filing. The garlic naan is exceptional. I'm not a lamb fan, but my husband ordered it. It was a bit on the dry side.
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Sulianys
Washington DC
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delhi Dhaba: A local Arlingtonian family owned restaurant with must-eat spicy, rich, and flavorful Indian food. Their tandoori, chicken, lamb, goat, and vegetarian specialties show the variety and taste of Indian cuisine. Must-try food: Kari Pakora, Lamb Korma, and Paneer Naan with Tamarind Chutney. The manager and the servers were hospitable from the second we walked in.
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glenns
Washington DC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2017
overall1food1service3ambience2
food is not good. i ordered lamb vindaloo something ive eaten often in other restraunts, and instead of being ficially bright red sauce without much flavorin kind of a brown sauce, it was in an arti
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Indian food I've had. Superb service - I left my doggie bag at the table and our server noticed. He ran 2 blocks down the street to catch us to ensure I had my left overs! Please eat here.
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DebraL
Omaha
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 30, 2017
overall5food5service4ambience4
We were looking for a casual place to have dinner close to the courthouse metro stop in Arlington, VA. Delhi Dhaba was perfect. Very good Indian food and nice friendly wait staff. It was a very enjoyable evening.
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gr8teatsEastCoaster
Greater Boston
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2016
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service with quiet and relaxing ambiance, great place for a date or a night out with friends.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 22, 2016
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was delicious. My bushland has lamb chops that he deemed among the best he's ever had (lamb can be hit or miss) and I had mutter panier, a vegetarian dish that doesn't appear on most menus. The only thing better than the food was the service! Our server was attentive and helpful, from answering questions on the menu to clearing away players for courses. This is a hidden gem for Indian dining and we will be back!
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Foodofilefrank
Phoenix
160 reviews
vip
4.0
160 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2015
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good quality Indian cuisine. Service was okay. Soup was served after the entree arrived.
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profpaul
Los Angeles
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2015
overall5food5service5ambience5
All the food was first rate Indian. The staff was attentive as well.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Delhi Dhaba using the Order Online button. Delhi Dhaba also offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Delhi Dhaba also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 524-0008.

Delhi Dhaba is rated 4.6 stars by 31 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 25, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2424 Wilson Blvd, Unit B, Arlington, VA 22201

Additional information

Cross street
N. Barton St
Neighborhood
Arlington
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Indian, Nepalese, Pakistani
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street meter parking available. No charge after 6pm. Garage inside the building also available on Adams Street.
Public transit
Bus and Metro accessible.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Owned/operated by
South Asian/Indian, Women
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://Delhidhaba.com/
Phone number
(703) 524-0008
Catering
Catering for all different types of occasions. <br>Large groups are always welcome.
Private party facilities
Small groups up to 30 people
Private party contact
Daisy: (703) 524-0008

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Delhi Dhaba

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Offers

Happy Hour! Cocktails and Small Plates

Menu

Appetizers

Vegetable Samosa$3.50

Vegetable Samosa with Chole$5.95

Vegetable Pakora$3.95

Aloo Tikki with Chole$5.95

Chicken Cutlets$5.95

Chicken Pakora$4.95

Paneer Pakora$5.95

Fish Pakora$6.95

Chat Papdi$5.95

Bhel Purl$5.95

Bhel Purl$1.95

Pani Purl$5.95

Mulligatawny Soup

Chicken Soup

What 31 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

FAQs

Does Delhi Dhaba offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Delhi Dhaba restaurant rated?

Is Delhi Dhaba currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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