Tandoor

A large square door swings open to reveal this recently refurbished eatery with walls of clay face-brick, tiled flooring, and a bold collection of Egyptian figures (King Tut's head emerges incongruously from the brickwork). Though a bit far from the main hotels, this hot favorite since 1988 is our choice for Aurangabad's best eating experience. It's greatly enhanced by wonderful service and welcoming management. You can spend ages pondering the extensive menu, or you can ask the manager, Mr. Hussain, for his choices. Okra (bhindi) is not on the menu but can sometimes be made to order. The house specialty is definitely the kebabs; get a mixed tandoori sizzler with a selection of chicken kebabs or the fenugreek-leaves-flavored kasturi kebab (chicken) and kabuli tandoori chicken (marinated in creamy yogurt and flavored with ginger, garlic, turmeric, and white pepper), all outstanding. If you're looking for a mild curry that's been delicately prepared to bring out the most subtle flavors, ask for chicken korma -- the sauce is made from cashew nuts, poppy seeds, sweet-melon seeds, and white sesame seeds. Those craving a break from all things spicy can get the baked vegetables on a bed of spinach.

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