Paatra ni Macchi:Â This was a recommendation from the gentleman serving us and definitely lived up to expectation. Tilapia fish wrapped in coriander chutney and steamed in banana leaves had a subtly sweet flavor, and equally exotic. A dash of lemon enhanced the experience !
Russian Pattice: Don’t be baffled by the name, it is a strictly Parsi innovation 🙂 Minced chicken, cheese and mashed potato croquette, served with green chutney made for excellent cheesy bites.
Pallonji Soda Lemon : This refreshment was strictly okay, a pale shade of Limca would describe it best. Rustom’s should really work on getting some authentic drinks on the table soon!
Dhansak: This signature dish was their litmus test. And they fared very well ! The flavor of spiced masala ‘arhar’ dal with chunks of mutton grew on the taste buds with every passing bite. It was served with caramelised rice and literally “melt-in-the-mouth” Meat Ball kebabs. Bingo !
DESSERT- Caramel Custard : I am usually a fan of custards and surely this dessert looked great . But the caramel sauce was a tad  bitter for my taste, while the custard was cooked well and spongy.Â
Final Take:
I would love to come back and try more of their offerings soon which are justifiably priced considering the rarity (Cost for Two : Rs 1600 ). The restaurant, which is located in a rather unassuming Adhchini has already created a niche in the capital city, and it is only a matter of time it expands its presence. I wish this place had opened up when I was still studying in IIFT, barely at a 2 minute distance! In all, a big thumbs up for Rustom’s.
We also had a chance encounter with noted Food Critic Mayur Sharma who has hosted famous food shows including NDTV’s “Highway on My Plate”. He had come over with his lovely wife Michelle and the couple seated next to us, very warmly discussed all-things-food and experiences, making this lunch outing very memorable !
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16 thoughts on “Food Review: Rustom’s Parsi Bhonu”
super post, what about food foe veggies???only lemon soda
Absolutely, being born and brought surrounded by Parsi Families it feels more like home to me.
Do join me in one of the trips I organise. You will get more info. on what I do and where I do on https://www.facebook.com/Jjilltmec/
Looking forward to have you on one of the trips.
super post, what about food foe veggies???only lemon soda
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Thank you Sir ! There is a lot on offer for veggies too including Veg Dhansak. You can give this place a try if looking to experiment 🙂
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Yes I like Dhansak, will surely try it when in Mumai next. Thank you
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This restaurant is in South Delhi, so you can walk in anyday 🙂
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Ah Ok, tks
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seems like a great place to go for. Thank you for enjoying my post too about the parsi Food trail to Udvada. It was a great experience we had.
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Thanks Janak 🙂 And I absolutely loved your post on the food trail ; Parsi cuisine is indeed so much fun to explore !
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Absolutely, being born and brought surrounded by Parsi Families it feels more like home to me.
Do join me in one of the trips I organise. You will get more info. on what I do and where I do on https://www.facebook.com/Jjilltmec/
Looking forward to have you on one of the trips.
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Fantastic ! Surely look forward to this !
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thank u
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You have a new star rating? How wonderful! The food looked especially high in quality as well as delicious.
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I keep experimenting 😀 Thank you so much !
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Amazing
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Thank you 🙂
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