Punjabi Dhaba - Bakersfield

Why would you want to miss out on the experience?The experience of having authentic Punjabi food on a road trip. The kind of road trips you have growing up in India and stopping for food on the freeway. Although not all menu items were available we enjoyed the food that we had!We ordered Butter tawa roti, paratha, Chole masala, samosa chaat and Shahi paneer. And all of them have good taste. Samosa chat and Shahi paneer was the best. I definitely think it is worth the try!Parking: 12

Small and food truck kind of Punjabi dhaba for quick lunch. We weren’t sure how it would be when we saw the place from outside, but they also had indoor with air-conditioning. We ordered rotis and dhal makni. Both were hot and fresh. We ended up ordering more after we had first bite. They also had some chaat items. They accept only cash (glad we had on hand). Downside was that the restroom was a porta potty.

We decided to give Punjabi Dhaba a shot based on our friend's strong recommendation while we were on our way to North California. From the moment we arrived, we were truly impressed by the authenticity of the food and the charming simplicity of the place. The restaurant is set up as a food truck, offering both indoor and outdoor seating options.The ordering process is unique, as they use pagers ? to notify you when your food is ready. It's a family-owned restaurant that has been going strong for years, and we learned that the uncle himself cooks the food in cold-pressed oil. We couldn't wait to try their dishes!We opted for the chicken curry, shahi paneer, and Kheer. It's worth noting that none of the main course curries or sabjis come with rice, so you'll need to order it separately for an additional $4 charge. Unfortunately, they were out of garlic naans, but the butter naan we settled for turned out to be delicious as well.The service at Punjabi Dhaba was quick and efficient. Don't expect fancy cutlery or a formal dining experience here. When your pager beeps, you head over to the truck to pick up your food, which is served in plastic containers, plates, and utensils. It's a self-service setup, so remember to clean up after yourself. They even have a mobile bathroom outside, along with a small hand wash basin, which was clean and neat.One thing that caught us by surprise was not receiving lemon slices when we asked for them. It's a bit unusual for Indian restaurants, but considering the quality of their food, it's easy to overlook such minor details. Trust is an important aspect of their business, as they accept payments via Zelle or cash ?. If the amount is relatively small, around $3-5, they kindly ask you to pay next time you visit. It's a thoughtful gesture that ensures visitors feel welcomed and encourages them to return.Overall, our experience at Punjabi Dhaba was fantastic. The authentic flavors, the humble setup, and the warm hospitality all combined to create a memorable dining experience. We highly recommend giving this place a try, and we'll definitely be returning on our next trip to the area. Punjabi Dhaba is a gem that deserves recognition for their delicious Punjabi cuisine and genuine service.P.S Few furry friends ? ?‍ for a company ;

If you think you've had amazing food anywhere else, please visit Punjabi Dhaba and think again.Balwinder Uncle and family teleport us right back to India. For those few minutes while you sit with them and share their food, you will lose yourself to pure happiness.

It was our first experience at this Panjabi Dhaba. It was worth traveling from LA to Bakersfield just for experiencing their food. First of all, The staff was awesome and they picked our taste what we wanted and accordingly they set up our order. Their Aloo-Vadi sabji was mind blowing, which earn 100% from all of our group. We thought, why they don’t have tandoor? However, when tawa roti and plain butter paratha appeared, we were surprised, as that is the tradition way of panjabi food… They are open to any feedback which is the sign of a great dhaba. it was a great food experience and we would visit again and again.