Overall Rating: 4/5
Rajouri Garden has been hit by a wave of new restaurants in the past couple of months, and another new kid on the block is Qubitos- The Terrace Café.
The place has a British pub feel to it, with wooden interiors and high chairs. The décor is chic, neat and minimalistic, giving the place a relaxed vibe. There is an open air section as well, with ample seating and the provision of mist fans for summers. They also have a deck which seats 20 people- ideal for private parties or gatherings.
Coming to the food, we tried:
Vegetable Tilla Kebab: Normally we find veg kebabs really dry, but this kebab had the perfect texture- it was moist and juicy on the inside while crunchy outside. The spices were subtle but gave the kebabs a nice flavour.
Dahi Kebab: The dahi kebabs were creamy, slightly tangy and went brilliantly with the spicy and fresh coriander chutney.
Stuffed Mushroom Caps: This was a really interesting dish- mushrooms caps, halved and coated on one side with a batter and fried, and then stuffed with cheese and bell peppers. The batter was thin and crunchy and tasted nice, while the cheese in the stuffing had melted perfectly and was really oozy and tasty. The mushrooms had still retained their bite, and were not overcooked, but could have been seasoned slightly more.
Butter Chicken Spring Roll: This was a really innovative dish- something we haven’t seen before. The spring rolls were really crisp, without being oily, and were filled with tandoori chicken. The dipping sauce served alongside was actually makhani gravy. So, essentially, it was a very unique take on butter chicken and it tasted delicious. A must-have dish here!
Stir Fried Fish Chili Basil: The fish was cooked perfectly and was really soft and flaky. The marinade was subtle in spice but had a lovely flavour of basil coming through.
Tai Chi Chicken: The chicken chunks were juicy and the sauce was balanced very well.
Chicken Soup: It was a nice clear chicken soup, with a lovely fresh flavour from the herbs. The soup was loaded with chicken chunks, and this light soup is perfect for winters.
Mushroom Soup: This is another must-have at Qubitos. Though the chicken soup was really nice, it got completely overshadowed by the mushroom soup, which was perhaps the best one we’ve had. The soup had a lovely delicate flavour, was creamy but not heavy, had been spiced adeptly and the mushroom flavour was amazing. For mushroom lovers, this is something which should not be missed.
Cheesy Cream Sauce Pasta Pan: Perhaps the only disappointing dish of the lot. The pasta was overcooked and over-sauced. When we discussed the same with the chef, she said she totally agrees with our feedback but the only reason she prepares it this way is because this is what a majority of the crowd wants. While we can understand that, the dish wasn’t enjoyable for us.
Burmese Chicken Curry: The dish was really authentic and had lovely flavours. The curry was mildly spiced and had a strong background flavour of coconut. The chicken was well cooked and the spices had penetrated inside the chicken as well.
Chocolate Almond Fudge Brownie with Vanilla Ice-cream: The brownie was really fudgy and luscious and had a rich, dark chocolate flavour. This was an excellent way to end a delightful meal.
Along with our meal, we also had 2 mocktails:
Juicy Julep: A mix of pineapple juice, orange juice, mint and lime juice. While the drink was quite nice and refreshing, it was perhaps a bit too heavy on the mint.
Mango Spice: This was a really nice drink- thick mango pulp, with a mild kick of spice coming from the tabasco and jalapenos- a nice balance of sweet and spicy.
Our server was really courteous and polite and had good knowledge of the menu.
Overall, it was a delightful meal, with some absolute must-try dishes. The service was excellent and the ambience and music were also really good. Qubitos, though new to the market, has definitely made its mark and should be tried!
Quick Facts
Location: C-7, 4th Floor, Vishal Enclave, Rajouri Garden
Phone No.: 011 33106389
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