Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
DARBAR, Emsworth Hampshire,

DARBAR

4.6 (349)
£26 to £40
Indian
36-38 North Street, Emsworth Hampshire, PO10 7DG

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Darbar Restaurant provides an exceptional dining experience offering North Indian Mughalai cuisine introduced to India by the royal kitchens of the Mughal emperors & other regional specialties coupled with an array of cocktails, mocktails, beers and a wide range of wines chosen by connoisseurs.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Fish, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00–14:30 Dinner Tue–Sun 17:30–22:30
  • Phone number
    01243 430095
  • Website
    http://www.royaldarbar.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    OLIVER CARDOZO
  • Catering
    Outside Private and Corporate Catering available. Please inquire.
  • Private party facilities
    Large Dining area for private parties of up to 45 covers. Has own bar area. Prior reservation essential. Available on Sunday - Thursday
  • Location
    36-38 North Street, Emsworth Hampshire, PO10 7DG
  • Area
    Emsworth
  • Cross Street
    36/38 NORTH STREET PO10 7DG
  • Parking details
    Free street parking from 6.00 pm onwards. Two large paid public parking within 3 to 5-minute walks
  • Public transit
    Emsworth Train Station 3 min walk. Stage Coach bus Service No. 700 (Coastal Service Portsmouth to Brighton) Stop 3-5 min walk
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • GOAN & CALCUTTA NIGHT

    £35.00 per person

    13 May 2025 only
    Come and enjoy a unique cusines of Bengal & Goa, the two areas of India that was occupied and colonised by East India Company of Britain and Portuguese respectively. There will be a short talk about how colonisation influenced Indian cuisine, a buffet dinner comprising of authentic dishes from Bengal and Goa, and some live entertainment.

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 349 people are saying

DARBAR reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Hampshire

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Hampshire

    Healthy

  • Hampshire

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Hampshire

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Darbar offers "excellent food" with an "innovative menu" and "delicious curry." The "friendly staff" and "lovely service" enhance the "fine dining" experience. Although some mention a "slightly austere atmosphere," the "authentic Indian food" and generous portions make it a "very special meal," perfect for "family gatherings" or intimate dining.

349 Reviews

  1. Colin

    Hampshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very peaceful ambience. Courteous and efficient service. I recommend the set lunch of thalli.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Mark

    Hampshire1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 18 April 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Booked a table for 6 and phoned prior to arriving saying would be 15 mins late and was told that was ok. Food and service were brilliant up the the point at which we had finished our meals. After this point it seemed they were rushing to get us out of the door, which was a disappointment as the food was excellent. Unfortunately this was the talking point amongst us and not the food.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Maire

    Warwickshire7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We took family members to Darbar, some are a bit particular about what they eat - and we all thoroughly enjoyed our meal and our time together.

    Is this helpful?

  4. Sarah

    London25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious curry, innovative menu with a willingness to add some particular side dishes we wanted. Very large portions! One starter between the two of us would have been generous in size.

    Is this helpful?

  5. alison

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and great service by friendly staff. Will definitely return.

    Is this helpful?

  6. William

    Hampshire1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    More expensive than normally would pay and not as spicey as normally would get won’t be going back

    Is this helpful?

  7. Aroline

    Hampshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Authentic Indian food. Very tasty. Best Indian in the area so far. Friendly staff.

    Is this helpful?

  8. Jill

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely service , lovely happy staff. Wouldn’t go anywhere else

    Is this helpful?

  9. Philip

    Hampshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a very good meal. The service was excellent. We will certainly go there again.

    Is this helpful?

  10. NaliniD

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious high quality food with excellent service.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

DARBAR is rated 4.6 stars by 349 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

  1. Home
  2. United Kingdom
  3. Hampshire
  4. Emsworth
  5. Emsworth

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for DARBAR

36-38 North Street, Emsworth Hampshire, PO10 7DG

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    36/38 NORTH STREET PO10 7DG
  • Area
    Emsworth
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00–14:30 Dinner Tue–Sun 17:30–22:30
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Fish, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Free street parking from 6.00 pm onwards. Two large paid public parking within 3 to 5-minute walks
  • Public transit
    Emsworth Train Station 3 min walk. Stage Coach bus Service No. 700 (Coastal Service Portsmouth to Brighton) Stop 3-5 min walk
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    OLIVER CARDOZO
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.royaldarbar.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    01243 430095
  • Catering
    Outside Private and Corporate Catering available. Please inquire.
  • Private party facilities
    Large Dining area for private parties of up to 45 covers. Has own bar area. Prior reservation essential. Available on Sunday - Thursday
Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Delight more diners
  • Restaurant Blog
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2025 OpenTable International Ltd. Alphabeta Building, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo