I have been to this place several times. I am giving it 4 star review based on the food. This is…read moreactually Pakistani food versus Indian food. Pakistani food tends to more meat based and less vegetable options. We came here on a Sunday. They has quite a few To Go customers because they have a special on Sunday for breakfast. We got there at 12:30 and our waitress was very sweet. However, she was overwhelmed. There was another table that left due to the long wait. But, when we got the food, it was delicious. The vege samosas were very tasty and quite a bit of spice. We also got The Dera Grill Sampler which had chicken, beef, abs goat chops. The Chicken Tikka Masala was also very tasty. The Naan was light and fluffy. The Chicken Biryani was very tasty as well. This place has good food. But it has issues that every whole in the wall does. Sometimes, it is a little understaffed and the wait can be a little long. I think Pakistan/Indian restaurants are trying to survive in the post Covid era. They used to make most of their business with the buffet. But they are adapting to take out orders and limited staff for in person dining. If you are patient with the above issues, the food is worth it. We will definitely come back.

My first introduction to Indian cuisine was here many years ago. I had the lunch buffet and since…read morethen it has become one of my favorite cuisines. I love how flavorful and warming the Indian curries are and the satisfying bite of warm, fluffy naan dipped in them. Located in a little shopping strip, I was happy to find that this place was still open after all these years when I stopped in last week for the lunch buffet ($8.99.) We walked in and a gentleman gestured us to seat and help ourselves. There was nobody else there and it looked like we were the first customers at around 12:30pm. One other customer came in as we were leaving. This was surprising, because I recall them being quite busy for lunch before. The offerings were limited, though what they did have was good. The biriyani and tandoori chicken were still the star items for me. The chicken was flavorful and not dry at all like a lot of other places. The curries were tasty but was unfortunately barely warm. For dessert, they only had kheer, but man was that kheer delicious! I wish there were gulab jamun though. The only time we saw the staff was when a lady dropped off a basket of hot, fresh naan. The dining area is not in view of the counter. There was no clearing of plates or even asking if we wanted something to drink. Everything is self served. They have room temperature water in a dispenser on the buffet. Cups and utensils are also there along with napkins which are also at the table. Some may like this setup for a quick lunch option. We did. Would I come back again though? Probably not any time soon. I've had the pleasure of dining at many other places that offer more variety and awesome service. Although the food here is solid, this place doesn't even try to welcome you. Maybe it's better as a to-go option from now on but I'm not in the area much.

Visited here from cali, and also a frequent pakistan traveler (3/4x a month) . This place was very…read morefancy not the usual pakistani restaurant style. Staff was nice, place was clean. Ordered biryani, haleem and naan. Biryani came out in a huge portion , i was surprised. Haleem came in a normal style serving tray. Naan was ok cut in 4 pieces. The biryani had a good look but taste wasnt there, rice was sort of kacha not done yet. Masala was good and chicken was cooked right. Haleem was ok, raishay were there but taste wasnt. Naan was ok too. I asked staff like does seekh kebab order have how many pieces they said 2 pieces. Prices were outrageous cuz 2 seekh kebabs for $18 or $19 is insane. Atleast halal

We went here to try this new place but were not very happy with it. The ambience was okay.. service…read morewas okay.. food was not really good but was super expensive.. we ordered karahi chicken and malai boti.. both of which tasted okayish.. nothing special about it at all.. i will probably never go back here to waste my money.. we have had better food at better prices than this place..

Recently visited Deccan Grill after hearing some good reviews…read more The place has a huge dining space and is completely self-serve, you pick up your own plates, spoons, water, etc. We ordered: * Hyderabadi Mutton Biryani - $18.99 * Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani - $14.99 * Chicken 65 - $12.99 The mutton biryani was good with well-cooked, tender pieces. The chicken biryani, however, was very light and lacked flavor, almost no masala at all. The Chicken 65 was okay, but the excess food coloring was a turn-off. Overall, it wasn't a very satisfying experience. Sharing some pictures from our visit.

Palak Gosht was very good. Don't understand the concept of getting own plates or water but #shrug…read more We would have enjoyed more if air was on. Recommend Palak gosht.

When in Texas...have to get some bbq. Sabar BBQ is where dreams come true, Pakistani and BBQ...the…read morebest of both worlds. Daal (and chawaal)- the best daal I have ever had. The crunchy onions that retain structure was absolutely divine. I could eat this everyday. Brisket - we didn't get a fatty piece which I liked because it allowed me to not get full easily Sichuan Lamb Ribs - softest lamb I have ever had (that wasn't in a curry) and the rub on it was not only the perfect amount but a perfect blend Tandoori Turkey - this was really moist and not spicy, great choice for those who do not like red meat Seekh Kabob Sausage - the casing was well done and the flavor profile wasn't overpowering, sometimes desi spices can overtake the meat and that was not the case here (no pun intended) Kochumber salad - well seasoned and I am so glad it is on the menu because you need a fresh element to palate cleanse and cut through bbq fat They open at 11am and the line started forming 10:30am, it moves at a good pace. We were also instructed with what's on the menu and the parking situation which I thought was professional and well organized. We found some seating in the area next to the truck.

"Sabar BBQ: Where the lamb ribs made me want to high five a stranger."…read more TL;DR: Get there early, order the Sichuan Lamb Ribs, let Zain carve you a plate of happiness, and prepare to have your taste buds do a Texas two-step with Pakistani spices. Worth every minute of the wait. This one's climbing my top 50 list faster than a brisket disappears at a family reunion. After one failed mission to Sabar BBQ, where I showed up too late and found an empty pit (and an emptier stomach), I came back like a man on a barbecue pilgrimage. The sun was blazing, the line was growing, and I wasn't about to be left holding nothing but a napkin this time. Pitmaster Zain Shafi runs this blue trailer like a flavor command center. The smell hit me halfway through the line and had me grinning like a kid at the state fair. I made my move when it was my turn, and if you know me, you know lamb is my kryptonite. I ordered the Sichuan Lamb Ribs, then couldn't stop myself from adding brisket and Tandoori Turkey. The sides? Kachumber Salad and Daal Chawaal, because even Uncle Sean needs balance in life. Zain loaded everything up, tossed it all on top of some naan for good measure, and sent me to my table like a champion headed to the winner's circle. The first bite of lamb ribs nearly had me proposing to the pit. Spicy, tender, smoky perfection with a bark that made my heart sing. The brisket was rich and juicy, the turkey came with that tandoori kick that slapped me awake in the best way possible. The sauces just tied the whole thing together like a big barbecue hug. The yogurt mint cilantro sauce was made to cool and lift the brisket and turkey to a whole new level. The red sauce packed a punch and paired with the lamb like it was born for the job. I boxed up some leftovers for my wife, the Side Dish Queen herself, because a man who doesn't bring home naan from Sabar BBQ is a man sleeping on the couch. She confirmed what I already knew: this was next-level barbecue, the kind that earns legends and long lines. Sabar BBQ is only open on weekends, and only fools show up late. I won't make that mistake again. This was stop number 15 on my Texas Monthly Top 50 journey, leaving me with 35 more glorious BBQ pilgrimages ahead before the passport is full and my belt officially waves the white flag. If loving these lamb ribs is wrong, I don't wanna be rib-right.

This place is tucked right next to a grocery store and has total hole-in-the-wall vibes -- no…read morefrills, simple seating, and all the focus exactly where it should be: the food. Don't come expecting fancy décor or a curated ambiance. Come hungry. Every dish we tried was packed with flavor, perfectly spiced, and clearly made with care. The curries were rich and comforting, the meats tender and well-marinated, and the naan fresh and fluffy. You can taste the authenticity in every bite. Service was straightforward and kind, and the overall feel is casual and welcoming -- like you've stumbled upon a local secret. If you care more about incredible Pakistani/Indian food than aesthetics, this spot absolutely delivers. We'll definitely be back.

A co-worker wanted to drop by for lunch since we were in the area. This place is still very tasty…read moreand quite a a deal for lunch.

Order ahead or go there and order for take out. I was thankful I could order just a kebab no extras…read morewith it. Decided on the cheese chicken and I LOVED it. They make it fresh and you can tell by the wait :) but also the taste. So good!

This place near Trader Joe's has been calling my name, and I finally gave in. Everything is made…read morefrom scratch, so yes, you'll wait a bit for your chicken or beef, but that's the price of greatness. I ordered the chicken wrap (totally thinking I was ordering the chicken kebob wrap, but that error is totally on me). The wrap had chicken thighs, a mildly spicy sauce, and french fries tucked inside. Not bad at all. Now I'm already planning to return for the kebobs. The real MVP moment? When I ordered to-go, the tipping screen popped up like it always does, but as said as I hit "to-go," the counter person deleted the tip screen and the total appeared. A business that understands I don't need to tip someone for handing me a bag? Woot. It's the little victories that make life sweet.

Really really confused. Want chicken cordon bleu, samosa chaat, dynamite chicken and a club…read moresandwich all in one menu? Cavalli has it! Good - nice ambiance, plenty of seating, the authentic food is good (ie not the cheeseburger) Meh - service can be hit or miss, the diversity of the menu is not a good thing for quality of food This restaurant doesn't know what it wants to be so it tries to do everything. It's a good hang out spot and that's about it

Cavalli is a cute spot with decent food and great hookah. The only issue is that they DO NOT SERVE…read moreALCOHOL and you are not allowed to bring in your alcohol, which is a deal breaker for me. The service was GREAT, but I've never heard of a "dry" establishment. I guess it would be the perfect spot for those suffering from addiction.