Nakli Dhaba
Hidden in Odisha’s culinary landscape, Nakli Dhaba channels the gritty charm of a North Indian highway joint while serving regional staples under a thatched roof. Locals queue for smoky tandoori rotis, robust mutton curry, and dal fry that tastes of wood fire, proving that in India a restaurant need not be upscale to earn cult status.
Shop No: 1, 1, Mayfair Lagoon, Jayadev Vihar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751013, India
+91 92384 13009
4.2/5 (Read the Reviews)
Nakli Dhaba, tucked inside Mayfair Lagoon at 1 Jayadev Vihar, Bhubaneswar, re-creates the rustic charm of a Punjabi highway dhaba while keeping the polish expected of a five-star outlet; the 4.2-rating is reflected in tandoori meats that arrive sizzling, thick dal makhani simmered overnight, and servers who happily tweak spice levels. A quick call to +91 92384 13009 secures a table beneath the truck-art walls, and the hotel’s own site streamlines reservations for travellers chasing reliable North-Indian comfort food in Odisha.
| Sunday | 12–3 PM, 7–11 PM |
| Monday | 12–3 PM, 7–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–3 PM, 7–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–3 PM, 7–11 PM |
| Thursday | 12–3 PM, 7–11 PM |
| Friday | 12–3 PM, 7–11 PM |
| Saturday | 12–3 PM, 7–11 PM |
More information
Where exactly is Nakli Dhaba located in Bhubaneswar?
Nakli Dhaba sits inside the Mayfair Lagoon complex at Shop No. 1, Jayadev Vihar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751013, so guests can combine a comfortable resort stay with an evening of rustic North-Indian flavours without leaving the property.
What kind of cuisine and dining experience should I expect?
The restaurant recreates a highway dhaba vibe—complete with charpoy seating, truck-art walls and live folk music—while serving tandoori kebabs, dal makhani, butter chicken and other Punjabi staples that have helped it earn a steady 4.2-star rating from diners.
Do I need to reserve a table in advance?
Weekend evenings get busy because of the live grill stations and cultural performances, so calling +91 92384 13009 or booking through the hotel concierge is recommended to secure your preferred time slot.
Is Nakli Dhaba open to non-residents of Mayfair Lagoon?
Yes, the outlet welcomes outside guests as well; simply inform the security gate you are heading to the dhaba and follow the signage through the landscaped driveway to the stand-alone cottage that houses the restaurant.