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DARBAR, Emsworth Hampshire,

DARBAR

4.6
4.6
343 Reviews
£26 to £40
Indian

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood 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.

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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 343 people are saying

DARBAR reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

    Neighborhood 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."

343 Reviews

  1. Aroline

    Hampshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Authentic Indian food. Very tasty. Best Indian in the area so far. Friendly staff.

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  2. Jill

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 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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  3. Philip

    Hampshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 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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  4. NaliniD

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

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

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  5. Lesley

    Hampshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 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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  6. Mike

    West Sussex2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 19, 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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  7. Chris

    Oxford3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 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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  8. Kate

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 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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  9. Yvonne

    Hampshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 10, 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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  10. Angela

    Hampshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 31, 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 February 6, 2025
    Thank you very much for your feedback, rating and recommendation to others. Much appreciated.

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FAQs

DARBAR is rated 4.6 stars by 343 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for DARBAR

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

Additional information

  • Cross street
    36/38 NORTH STREET PO10 7DG
  • Neighborhood
    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, Gender Neutral Restroom, 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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