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DARBAR, Emsworth Hampshire,

DARBAR

4.6
4.6
342 Reviews
£26 to £40
Indian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Darbar Restaurant provides an exceptional dining experience offering North Indian Mughalai cuisine introduced to India by the royal kitchens of the Mughal emperors & other regional specialties coupled with an array of cocktails, mocktails, beers and a wide range of wines chosen by connoisseurs.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Fish, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01243 430095
  • Website
    http://www.royaldarbar.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    OLIVER CARDOZO
  • Catering
    Outside Private and Corporate Catering available. Please inquire.
  • Private party facilities
    Large Dining area for private parties of up to 45 covers. Has own bar area. Prior reservation essential. Available on Sunday - Thursday
  • Location
    36-38 North Street, Emsworth Hampshire, PO10 7DG
  • Area
    Emsworth
  • Cross Street
    36/38 NORTH STREET PO10 7DG
  • Parking details
    Free street parking from 6.00 pm onwards. Two large paid public parking within 3 to 5-minute walks
  • Public transit
    Emsworth Train Station 3 min walk. Stage Coach bus Service No. 700 (Coastal Service Portsmouth to Brighton) Stop 3-5 min walk
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 342 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Hampshire

    Best Food

  • Hampshire

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Hampshire

    Healthy

  • Hampshire

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Hampshire

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Darbar offers "amazing food" and "excellent service," consistently praised for its "delightful Indian cuisine" and friendly staff. While some noted "rushed service," the restaurant is celebrated for its "authentic taste" and "beautifully presented dishes." Ideal for special occasions, Darbar ensures a "fantastic dining experience" with "innovative menus" and a "warm atmosphere."

342 Reviews

  1. Jill

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely service , lovely happy staff. Wouldn’t go anywhere else

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  2. Philip

    Hampshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a very good meal. The service was excellent. We will certainly go there again.

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  3. NaliniD

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious high quality food with excellent service.

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  4. Lesley

    Hampshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food always excellent. Gluten free options shown clearly.

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  5. Mike

    West Sussex2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service were excellent. This is not just another curry house! Eating at Darbar is Indian fine dining. Fantastic!

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  6. Chris

    Oxford3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Have been to this restaurant a few times and always had a good experience. On this occasion it was extremely busy, all tables taken, and it looked as though they were struggling to cope. We waited some time before ordering drinks and overall it took an hour and a half before our food arrived. At one point I had to go and find a waiter (not easy given where we were seated) and ask how long before our food would arrive. When it did arrive it was very nice but by then it was getting late (for us) and our appetites weren't what they were earlier in the evening. A real shame as we have always rated Darbar.

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  7. Kate

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very delicious lunch, really tasty and fresh food. Very good service. 5 of us at lunch each had a different dish, and all were delicious . The menu has so many appealing items on it so I would definitely like to visit again.

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  8. Yvonne

    Hampshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 10 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great choice, lovely food, recommend this venue

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  9. Angela

    Hampshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is exceptional but the excellent service, with the exceptional food, makes this place a perfect dining experience.
    DARBARResponded on 6 February 2025
    Thank you very much for your feedback, rating and recommendation to others. Much appreciated.

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  10. phil

    Hampshire10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food. Slightly austere atmosphere but would recommend.

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DARBAR is rated 4.6 stars by 342 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for DARBAR

36-38 North Street, Emsworth Hampshire, PO10 7DG

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    36/38 NORTH STREET PO10 7DG
  • Area
    Emsworth
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Fish, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Free street parking from 6.00 pm onwards. Two large paid public parking within 3 to 5-minute walks
  • Public transit
    Emsworth Train Station 3 min walk. Stage Coach bus Service No. 700 (Coastal Service Portsmouth to Brighton) Stop 3-5 min walk
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    OLIVER CARDOZO
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.royaldarbar.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    01243 430095
  • Catering
    Outside Private and Corporate Catering available. Please inquire.
  • Private party facilities
    Large Dining area for private parties of up to 45 covers. Has own bar area. Prior reservation essential. Available on Sunday - Thursday
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