Nina's Desi Kitchen - SOUTHINGTON

The food here is outstanding! The dishes are unique and flavorful—it's not your typical Pakistani cuisine. The restaurant is beautifully decorated, which creates a wonderfully positive atmosphere. If you're visiting for the first time or haven't tried it yet, the Kashmiri tea, which they refer to differently, is a must-have. The owners have clearly invested a lot of effort into this place, and I wish them all the success in the future.

The halal food here is exceptional. The service is fantastic, and the decor is stunning. Don't miss out on the mint lassi—it's a must-try!

I visited this restaurant for dinner based on a friend's recommendation, and my group and I were completely unfamiliar with Pakistani cuisine. Our selections were made on a whim, choosing dishes that sounded appealing, and we were pleasantly surprised by how tasty everything was. Among our choices were the lamb korma, chicken handi, tawa naan, and beef kababs, all of which were excellent with just the right amount of spice. The owners were incredibly friendly and patient as we navigated the menu. I highly recommend Nina's to anyone who wants to explore Pakistani food or is simply looking for a delicious meal. The restaurant is quite small, so I suggest opting for takeout if you're with a larger group, but the owners have done a fantastic job of making the most of the space.

I am so happy I discovered this spot. It is completely devoid of any commercial gimmicks a lot of Indian/Pakistani restaurants use in their recipes. It is SO FRESH. Classical recipes without any twists and turns, served exactly the way they?re supposed to be served. We ordered the chicken biryani. So sumptuous without being sticky. So spicy without throwing the entire spice rack into it. Aromatic and delicate. One of the best I?ve had better than any in NYC or Philly by far. Better than many of the more commercial kitchens in Edison. Also, not to mention the absolutely outstanding chaapli kababs and lamb korma. The korma is how my grandma used to make it in Lucknow. You can tell it gathered a little more color in Pakistan. Lastly, I wish they would figure out how to open a franchise in Brooklyn. It is so required. But Nina does all her own cooking, so it?s a bit of a puzzle to solve, but I hope they find someone great to solve this with soon. Lots of best wishes to this duo!

Truly a pleasant place to eat and smile. The owners are sweet and hardworking. Although the place is small and the hours are weird for a restaurant, it is worth to get in and taste the food. We also ordered some biryani which they gave us fresh on Sunday when the restaurant was closed. Forgot to take a picture before we finished it but nothing was left at the end. Really appreciated the effort put into customer service. Must Try.