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Years ago, Beau & I came here, during their Iftar Buffet, & since then, this place has delighted, each time we've dined here..
We then dined a second time, during another Iftar Buffet, also stopping by on another occasion, just after lunchtime. Whilst on two other occasions, we came here for dinner, ordering a la carte. And, each meal we've had here, mostly meets the mark !!
What We Observed, Is As Follows:
The Ambiance:
Is clean, simple, & cafeteria like, offering plenty of seating for gatherings.. They do add Decorative Flourishes here & there, to add Charm & Festivity to the air.
But during dinner time : the eatery is near empty. However, during Iftar: The Eatery Is Positively Packed, Alive With Communal Energy!!
The Food:
Is Rich, Meaty & Aromatically Spicy, as one would expect with Pakistani cuisine..
Would Recommend:
Their Finger Fish: fried in a spicy breading, & perfect when dipped in their green chili sauce..
Their Karahi Ghosht: meaty & robust in flavor, served in a rich red gravy..
Their Aloo Kheema: which has a rustic homemade quality ..
Their Chicken Fajita Omelette: (which I learned to my dismay, is not offered during dinnertime)
Their Garlic Fries
Their Zeera Rice (though I wish it were more spiced)
Their Paratha
Their Mango Shake
And, all of the flavorful items, offered on their Iftar Buffet..
Lastly, we recommend: Their Chai, which has subtle hints of cardamom, & is Always the Sweet Ending to our meals here.
Would Not Recommend:
Their Butter Chicken: (to my dismay, I found the white meat too dry, & that the gravy tasted tangy, as opposed to rich & buttery..)
The Service:
For The Most Part, Is Satisfactory:
But upon asking: I was told the last time we dined here: that they don't offer Khamiri (fermented) Paratha. (And yet I read a review here on Yelp, which said they do indeed make this ?!) Hope next time, the cook caters to my request..
They could also improve by: caring enough to replace the styrofoam cups for water, & the paper cups for tea, with Real Glassware & Chinaware..
But Overall: This Humble Place Has It All:
A Neighborhood Eatery, Offering Hearty Pakistani Cuisine, From Everyday Fare, To Pakistani Delicacies!!
And, Situated Nearby, Saving Us Hours, From A Trip To The City!!
Oh yes, We Love It Here, At Zahid Nihari !!