Rajdhai is a popular restaurant chain in India with 28 branches across India and one in Dubai. They serve vegetarian Rajasthani and Gujarati thali. They are now better known as the “Thali Place”. Over the years they have served more than 9 million customers across all their branches.

They truly believe in Atithi Devo Bhava – ‘The guest is equivalent to God’) is taken from an ancient Hindu scripture which became part of the “code of conduct” for Hindu society and Indian culture. Their service reflects his ancient code of conduct.

We had visited their Dubai branch located in Karama for Dinner with family. The interiors are contemporary. We were warmly welcomed and seated. The thali plates and cups were already arranged on the table.

Once seated we were served a welcome drink Aam panna. One by one we are served the Papaya Peanut salad and then the Farsan – Gujarati terms for starters. It included Bajra Onion Muthiya, Kaju Matar Cheese Tikki and Samosa Chaat.

Followed by Daal Baati Churma, Marwari Bharwan Bhinidi Pyaaz, Paneer Malai Kofta, Rajwadi Undhiyu, Aloo Saunfwale, Kaju Gatte. Best with an assortment of Indian breads – Phulka, Shakarkhand Puranpoli, Kalmirch Pudina Puri and spicy papad stuffed rotla.

Three kinds of daals were served. Katchi Amti Dal, Amti Dal and Subz Kadhi. It was best with the Navrathna Pulao, Steam rice and Khichdi.

In the sides were coriander chutney, bharela mirchi, mirchi thecha, diced onion and papad.

For deserts there were three kinds of sweets, Moogdal Halwa, Shrikhand and Kesar Jalebi with rabdi.

The thali is unlimited, tasting all the dishes itself is very filling. But, the samosa chaat was irresistible, we had a second helping.

I would highly recommend this place for a fulfilling Indian Thali. It is money’s worth of AED 42 for a thali.

Address: Ground Floor, Al Khafajy Building, Zabeel Road – Dubai

Phone: +971 4 334 7977

Web: www.rajdhani.co.in