The Dhaba

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1874 E Apache Blvd
Tempe, AZ 85281
The embodiment of food in the spirit of the nation is an integral part of its identity. Our Dhaba is the embodiment of Punjabi food and Punjab - a state that has been the envy of the nation (India). In India and Pakistan, highways are dotted with local restaurants popularly known as 'Dhabas', providing local cuisine and serving as stops for truck drivers. Dhabas are traditionally characterized by casual seating on cots (called chaarpai in Hindi) and food prepared in clay ovens (tandoor). Over time Dhabas have come to define a culture, centered on food. Real Punjabi has been influenced by the diverse culinary cultures of Persia, Afghanistan and Central Asia. Punjab provided a conduit to caravans from Bukhara, Kabul & Kashmir. The wonderful frontier foods intertwined with the rich stream of Hindu, Sikh, Pathan, Muslim and Kashmiri migrants enriched the Punjabi cuisine. Our Dhaba food is non monolithic. It's simple. It's rich. It's robust. It's diverse. Please join our chefs and staff to explore real food prepared by real people.

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4.0993 reviews
Narcis M.
10/22/2025

Dhaba definitely deserves a special mention -- it's easily my second favorite Indian restaurant, and honestly, it could give any top spot a run for its money! From the moment I stepped inside, I...

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Nicole R.
9/1/2025

I stopped in for dinner Sunday night and it was very busy! I ordered a mango lassi, garlic naan, and chicken tikka masala. The food was all very good and flavorful! It felt very authentic and...

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Tonisha C.
8/29/2025

Wednesday evening visit, the food was really good. My party had a couple appetizers(dhaba papi chaat & keema samosas) and a couple curry dishes(chicken and lamb) for our entrees. The food came out...

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Roger T.
9/29/2025

Amazing Indian food! Join us here a real Indian taste with spice level from 0 to 10. I would stay between 7 and 10. Came here for lunch with clients, came for dinner with friends and family....

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Bronson S.
1/4/2025

Stopped by last week for the first time in a while and it was just as great as I remember! The restaurant was really busy when we went, but the staff was still very friendly and attentive. I...

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