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Bismillah Restaurant

4.0 (364 reviews)
ModerateIndian, Pakistani

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Casual
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Good for groups
Good for kids

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Kaylani B.

This food was so good like every bite I took was goodness. The garlic naan oh don't let me get started that was bomb. And the chicken tiki Marsala almost made me buss out my clothing it was so good. 10/10 I really do recommend

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Gagan S.

Food: 2/5 There is a lot of dining area inside, I noticed it was empty but decided to take a chance. I took a seat and ordered chicken boti kabob, palak paneer, and onion kulcha. The gentlemen there seemed to be working alone who took my order. I asked for water which he replied with bottled water only is available, I requested for the chicken to be spicy. 15-20 minutes later, he brought the food. The item brought to us was incorrect, chicken seekh kabob instead of boti. I pointed this out, and he seemed to not understand what I was saying. He did not offer to bring the correct item until I asked three times, he mentioned it would be another 15 minutes wait, which I was okay with. When the chicken was finally brought out it was burnt. I pointed this out as well along with it tasting incredibly dry and chewy, not spicy at all. The server/cook replied with "that's just how it is" in Hindi. I drizzled the chutney available onto the chicken to try to counteract the dryness and lack of flavor but it was also very watery and bland. Service: 2/5 I felt overall this was very poor customer service. Not sure if the place is seriously understaffed, it's the language barrier, or some other factor as well because I saw plenty of good reviews from a few years ago. I had to ask multiple times for every thing and somehow still there were errors and no apology or resolution. Ambiance: 2/5 Inside was very quiet, empty, the entire time I was there I did not see anyone come in or order. The plate which had the palak panner on it was incredibly dirty/stained, the restaurant itself seemed unsanitary and like it had not been cleaned recently. I would not want to dine here again.

Rmshaa K.

Dear Owner, My message is solely for improvement. Please pay attention to your business. Customers give their time and hard earn money expecting to receive if not top class but just a decent experience. Just another horrible desi try.. we reached mid afternoon around 2pm. First we asked for Nahari they were out, then we checked haleem they were out then we asked for pulao they were out. We ordered kadhai, seekh kabab, so called biryani.Food below average. Service was fast because everything was microwaved other than nans (hence 1 star).. Don't even getting me started on the ambiance and cleanliness. They are serving food in melamine ware that's getting use for repetitive microwaving that you can easily see in the plates food was served. Super dirty, unhygienic, unequipped restrooms. My words can't do justice hence attaching pictures. YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS YOUR ATTENTION. STOP PLAYING WITH CUSTOMERS HEALTH AND HYGINE.

Lamb biryani, palak paneer, garlic naan.
Zenzele S.

THE BEST!!! Alhamdulillah!! Great service! Good food. Clean environment. It's a winner for sure!

Chicken sekh kebab, garlic naan, palao

Food is good. Owners hospitality is good. Quiet and peaceful. Parking is easy. Owner let you pray Salah in restaurant.

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I been coming here for 5 years and the chicken Tikka Marsala is the best I always get it spicy and the garlic naan bread ! I love it.

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Food is delicious just wish I saw more hand washing after taking my money before cooking my food! I be taking chances for them lentils, yum!

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Everytime I'm around San Pablo area this is my favorite place to go. Food is great and peaceful ambience.

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Food was great. The gentleman taking orders and making the food was very friendly. I'll definitely stop by again next time I'm in the area.

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Best in town!! I've been coming here for years. Tasty food, and always get the chicken tikki masala with rice and garlic naan.

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The food was super yummy and the customer service is incredible! I went when it wasn't too busy but I would definitely come again!

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Ask the Community - Bismillah Restaurant

Which dishes are vegan?

Lentil chick peas mix vegetables okra

Is the baingan bharta vegan?

No at all

Do they serve halwa puri?

Sorry not serving

What hours are you open during the quarantine?

11.30 am and close 9 pm

Do they serve Haleem here as part of Ramadan celebrations?

Yes we serve Haleem as a regular dish.

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