The question on the FB fan page today is where would you head for comfort food? When Sudhakar and I first came to Bangalore ages ago, Jayanagar somehow turned out to be home for us. In fact in all these years, we have moved home three times, all between 29th and 26th cross of 6th block. The first time we wanted to order out, we were introduced to Tandoori Nights by a friend. This is still the place we turn to when we need comfort food. The owner, whom I still know only as Hegde uncle is a pleasant man and has pet names to remember each of his customers who have the same name. For example, as a bachelor, Sudhakar lived in a room on top of an Internet center called Verve. He came to be known as Verve Sudhakar. Once we got married, and I called to order in, the receipt always comes in the name of Mrs Verve Sudhakar!!!.
Uncle's is a multi-cuisine restaurant. It has everything under the Sun in terms of Chinese and Indian food. Never once do I remember uncle saying that something we wanted on the menu, no matter how vague, was not there. Never once in all these years (and its been quite a few) has the taste of the food changed or the quickness of delivery given cause to find fault. Here is a pictorial review of just some of uncle's food. If you are ever in this part of town, give the sit-down restaurant a try. It barely has 6 tables, but you can be assured of good food and a staff that is hell bent on adding a few kgs to your weight.




Dal Fry - no matter what we order from Uncle, two dal frys are always there. One for Sudhakar and one for me. We eat bowlfuls of these with lots of lime squeezed into it. For me especially, there is nothing more soothing than this. The dal is wholesome, hot, and with the lime juice, just a bit tangy. There have been days that we have stopped by Tandoori Nights just to pick up the dal.




Murg Dildar - A sweeter chicken dish. Creamy onion, garlic, ginger and tomato based gravy. Caramalized onions in each mouthful add an interesting crunch.




Tandoori Nights also goes by the name of Park Inn restaurant. Its prime business is in deliveries and take-outs. It has a small seating area on top of the kitchen. It does have a small loo and though not pristine, it is usable. When I need comfort food Tandoori nights is sure to get a call from Mrs Verve Sudhakar.
4 comments