Dahi Handi
- OCC Officer
- Jan 10
- 2 min read
Review: Dahi Handi (D1)
Overall score: 7.93
Congratulations to Dahi Handi on being Approved, a strong start to the 2025 OCC season.
Since we reviewed their previous D7 location in March 2023 (and approved it, with a score of 7.37!), the Dahi Handi team has moved to the heart of District 1, and even improved their offering further!
In our opinion Dahi Handi offers great value for money, with generous portions and a wide selection of dishes. We were initially concerned that we had ordered too much, but the final bill was surprisingly reasonable—cheaper than many similar restaurants!
The appetizers were enjoyable, the overall flavours were good, and the restaurant does offer some unique dishes, such as the grilled fish, which help it stand out from competitors. Presentation and service were also strong points.
Visiting on a Friday night (as we always do...) the staff seemed quite busy at times and there were a few service hiccups - despite booking in advance, we had to wait for our table, and there was a slight mix-up with our drinks order. However, the staff were friendly and quick to correct any issues. The restaurant was fairly busy, which might explain the wait times for food! A good sign?
The atmosphere was pleasant but it is narrow and bright - it feels more like a casual lunch spot than a place for a long, lively dinner with friends, although there is a cozier upstairs seating area.
Overall, Dahi Handi is a reliable choice, especially for those looking for a relatively budget-friendly meal, right in the centre of the city, with plenty of options.
While some dishes could be improved in terms of seasoning and portion size, and service could be more attentive, this is a place that has the potential to be excellent on a good day. I would return, hoping to experience it at its best!
✅ things we loved:
- Good value for the location
- Unique dishes
- Nice décor
⚠ things to improve:
- Speed of service
- More meat in the main courses
- Table ready for the time we booked for
👨🏫 Full scores:
Quality: 7.83
Service: 8.50
Customer Care: 8
Value: 8.17
Atmosphere: 7.17
Average score: 7.93
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