Dalma

Service is very good. staff are cooperative. Well managed during pick hours like lunch time. Food was tthiik-tthaak. As per the pricing there is pretty scope for improvement.

One star for a stupid overconfident waiter.. who took order.. for us..the dish was unavailable..and just on the next table the same dish was available.. food is nice.. must try mushroom patrapoda.. rice quantity in pakhaala was enough.. ..wuld have been good if they reduced the rice and increased cured portion

First price, it's on very high side if you are asking for home delivery through Zomato/ Swiggy - so I would suggest to go and pick by self. Especially chicken kassa (with 1 aloo, 3 small to medium size) 250+ is way too high. Paratha good but got hard in few mins. Aloo bharta, aloo gobi were very good and tawa roti was made of atta. So taste wise it's good.

Clean, hygienic, fresh cooked meals. The food is tasty and served hot. Prawn checha is a must try. Having said all this Dalma Bhubaneswar is definitely better. The thali also has just a few items. The array isn't elaborate. Plus point is the Chenna poda which is very good here.

Dalma, Puri: Authentic Odia Flavours Let Down by Service When in Puri, indulging in authentic Odia cuisine is a must, and the name that consistently comes up is Dalma. Famed for its dedication to traditional home-style cooking, this restaurant is a beacon for anyone wanting to taste the real flavours of Odisha. My recent visit confirmed its reputation for delicious food, though the overall experience was a mixed bag. The Food: A True Taste of Odisha Let's start with the highlight: the food. Dalma delivers wholeheartedly on its promise of authentic Odia dishes. The taste is genuine, flavourful, and has a comforting, home-cooked quality that is hard to find elsewhere. Their signature "Dalma," a sublime lentil and vegetable stew from which the restaurant takes its name, is a must-try. Other dishes, from the various bhajas (fries) to the classic fish and mutton curries, are prepared with care, showcasing the subtle and unique spice blends of the region. If you are on a quest for the true culinary soul of Odisha, your taste buds will be more than satisfied here. The Price: Good Value for Money In a tourist-heavy location like Puri, dining can often be expensive. Dalma stands out with its decent and reasonable pricing. The cost of the meal felt appropriate for the quality and quantity of the food served, making it an accessible option for families and solo travellers alike. You can enjoy a hearty, traditional meal without feeling like you've overpaid, which is a significant plus. The Service: The Achilles' Heel Unfortunately, the commendable food is let down by service that is not up to the mark. The service was slow, and the staff seemed inattentive and disengaged. Simple requests took a long time to be fulfilled, and there was a general lack of warmth and proactiveness that you would expect from a restaurant of this repute. This gap between the quality of the food and the quality of the service was noticeable and detracted from the overall dining experience. Final Verdict So, should you visit Dalma when in Puri? Yes, absolutely. The restaurant is a must-visit for its culinary authenticity alone. It offers a genuine and delicious dive into Odia cuisine at a fair price. However, go with managed expectations regarding the service. Be prepared for potential delays and a less-than-enthusiastic staff. It's a place you should certainly go to once for the food. Whether the taste is good enough to make you overlook the service for a repeat visit will be a matter of personal patience.