Kandahar

Frommer's Review

This well-appointed restaurant, also located in The Oberoi, is a great place to sample the traditionally rich cuisine of the Northwest Frontier as well as lighter, home-style dishes. Kebabs are a specialty here, and the robust Kabuli raan (lamb) is soft, fragrant, and delicious, if a tad dry. Or try the rich Patiala shahi maas, lamb cooked in a cashew nut gravy. For a home-style dish, order the dahiwali bhindi (okra cooked in yogurt), a perfect complement to the heavier meat dishes. Mop up the butter-soaked, sinfully rich Kandahari or Kaali dal (black dal) with pudina paratha (mint bread) or bootiwali naan (herb-encrusted naan). Skip ahead to dessert: The malpua with rabri (pancake topped with sweet, thickened milk and nuts) is excellent. Or ask for one of the homemade kulfis (ice creams). Wash it all down with a refreshing shikanjvi, a tall glass of lemonade with spices and a slice of lime. The service here is exemplary and makes up for anything lacking in the food. (Note that Kandahar hosts regular food festivals; if you're around, don't miss one -- you're sure to sample some unrivaled delights.)

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