Rasham Restaurant — Restaurant in South Windsor

Came for iftaar in Ramadan— dinner buffet. Happy with the quality of the food. All the items were spicy so my kids couldn’t eat it. Staff was friendly— young Pakistani guys wearing all black (all brothers?). Service was best for indoor seating, Outdoor seated people were ignored. Mutton biryani was really good. I liked their chai also— kind of strong but tasty. I recommend coming to their buffet. Appetizers were good. Flat fee $22 per person for the dinner buffet. Unfortunately didn’t know you have to make a reservation in advance for their small indoor seating. We did call before arriving and were told we may be accommodated inside but on arrival were taken outside. We had kids and were seated outside in their “heated” tent which on the rainy windy day didn’t preserve the heat (let rain inside the tent and tons of cold blasting wind) and the heat was only on for an hour before being shut off (saving money there?). Couldn’t enjoy food due to physically freezing. We had been fasting for Ramadan. ⭐️🌙Despite many tables being empty inside and repeat requests to be seated inside including if we can be on standby since tables were empty, unfortunately for us we weren’t accommodated. Unfortunately as well, we saw three males walk in with scrubs and the staff bent over backwards to accommodate them inside. I never liked this class system in south Asian cultures. I thought women with children would be of value over a “doctor”. It’s a reflection on the failure of Muslims: who cater to professionals versus think about humanity/humility which is true Islam. Both my husband and I are professionals that dress and act humbly, but my husband joked he could use his doctor card next time or show up in his scrubs so we can be accommodated. So sad in my opinion. We believe in all people being treated fairly irregardless of religion and social status. Will give it another try. If class system behavior continues will seek out another place to eat. Photo of their inside prayer area...

Disclaimer: I have been to numerous Pakistani restaurants around the world.

This was a surprisingly rare find by chance and boy am I thankful we did! We were on the way to NYC our food destination but were famished and so searched for a Halal Restaurant in CT, my tummy was grumbling and wife fancied some good ol' spicy Pakistani food.

It's now our third time patronizing Rasham restaurant, the food is beyond words amazing. While we would have loved to try more variety of dishes, our go to dishes so far have been: chicken sheesh kebabs (tender succulent juicy minced chicken well spiced and cooked to perfection) chicken karahi (doesn't hold back on the spice, this reminds us of our first time we had authentic Karahi in the middle east) goat korma (this used to be my favorite Pakistani dish and I just love my meats) garlic naan (Rasham does it differently in a good way, the garlic is not on the surface of the Naan but infused and in between the layers of the Naan ensuring every bite has the garlic flavor)

The best discovery was that they have a prayer area which for us travellers is an oasis as we pass by CT back to our home state. Increase in Salam to those who you know and you don't, as our beloved Prophet mentioned. Striked a conversation with the man behind the counter and they are a beautiful family running the restaurant and shop. Three boys and a girl with mum busy at the kitchen!

This will not be our last and a must visit whenever we pass by CT inshaAllah! Sharing the latest menu...

We visited Rasham Restaurant and opted for their all-you-can-eat buffet, which offered a hearty and satisfying introduction to Pakistani cuisine. The buffet was well-organized, clean, and attractively presented, with a wide selection of hot dishes kept fresh under heat lamps.

Most of the dishes on offer were chicken-based, including a Chicken Grill Mix, Chicken Karahi, Chicken Curry, and a few others like Chicken Kofta and Butter Chicken. Each dish had its own distinct flavor profile—from the smoky, chargrilled tenderness of the grill mix to the rich and spicy gravies of the curries. The butter chicken was creamy and well-balanced, while the chicken karahi stood out with its tomato-forward spice base.

The variety could be a little broader (especially for those wanting more beef, lamb, or vegetarian options), but for chicken lovers, this buffet is a real treat. The food was hot, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care.

The ambiance was casual and family-friendly, with simple but welcoming decor. Service was courteous and quick, and staff made sure everything in the buffet was refilled promptly.

Overall, Rasham Restaurant offers great value with its buffet setup—especially if you're in the mood for classic Pakistani chicken dishes. It may not have the widest variety, but what they do offer is consistently tasty and well-executed. A solid choice for a casual meal that leaves you full...