Dhaba feel in bandra

The older eating plaza of Bandra, Pali Naka has several multi-cuisine restaurants, most are Italian or continental servers. Among the few Indian food eateries is Papa Pancho, DA Dhaba. Located opposite gold's gym the Punjabi joint which i am told is run by a popular city celebrity.

Papa Pancho

 The interiors are old rustic somewhat made to feel also but it does give you a dhaba feel. With tiffin boxes made of aluminium put on with lamps to give a Punjabi style look works well. The non air-conditioned sections have a section with khatiya type tables and with chairs having cushions with bright coloured sheets. I have visited the place several times, yesterday i went there after a long tiring day. More importantly i wanted to eat good non-veg food.

rustic decor

Pancho serves a form of meal which includes, the dish you order (i called for chicken bhuna) along with a bowl of masoor daal and bowl of curd. Paratha or rice is optional. The food takes some time to come but its cooked well and more importantly the parathas are warm when served. As i munched into the chicken it was soft and juicy while my partner had daal khichdi. The servings are done in copper coated plates and bowl.

Food served in brass coated plate and bowl

The quantity is huge and sufficient technically for two urban eaters with average appetite. lassi. As for the cost a meal for two could cost Rs 1,000 but you would not be disappointed.     
The only discouraging thing is that leg room between the tables is very less. Don't forget to have the glass of lassi.

old charm table/chairs with bright decor giving a dhaba feel