Your Guide to the Best Biryanis in India to Indulge in the Mouthwatering Comfort Dish of All Time!

The days I am either feeling low or really happy, I want to eat this one dish, and just relax with my legs folded, and focus on all the flavours coming out of the hot, spicy bowl!

Yes, it's none other than Biryani! I want to celebrate by serving this to my guests at home, or at times simple eat the entire plate full alone in peace. How amazing is this dish, that makes both the heart and the stomach full, but still leaving space for next time to eat very soon! If you are a biryani lover like me, this list below is going to guide you through all the major Cities in India. I suggest whenever you travel to these places, make sure you try the biryani too!

Biryani, a dish that is made not just from the masalas, but the biryani maker, the perfect marination and the timing! And I know, the joy of finding that good biryani, with the perfect hit of spices, meat or veggies and steaming hot rice! I know this because I am always on a hunt for the best biryani too! Whether it's vegetarian or non-vegetarian, no other cuisine can take place of biryani right?

Order in or Book a Table at These Mouthwatering Biryani Restaurants in India

Everyone wants to know the history of Biryani and where this amalgamation of Shahi spices originally came from? It is said to have travelled to India from Persia, but has taken it's place in everyones heart not just all over India, but the world!

Delhi

1. Babu Shahi Bawarchi

Babu Shahi Bawarchi, in Matka Peer, has its roots set in the Mughal era, and the chef’s ancestors are said to have served Shah Jahan. Nevertheless, this hole-in-the-wall of a restaurant still serves some of the most delectable biryani and kebabs in the city. The chefs at Babu Shahi Bawarchi make biryani by the kilo on a daily basis: Yellow and white fragrant rice with succulent morsels of chicken and mutton, spiced with their special mix of masalas. They can sell it by the plate, but are great for bulk orders if you’re planning to have people over. Just make sure you give them advance notice {around 24 hours} as they sell out quite fast.

Must Try: Biryani by Kilo

Location: 5, Dargah Matka Peer, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi

Phone: +911123371454

2. Behrouz Biryani

This nation chain of Biryani at Behrouz Biryani, has been stealing hearts ever since its inception. From succulent chicken to well-layered biryani to spiced & grilled meat and falafel tikkis; Their dishes strongly resonate with such delicate and fragrant flavors that filled the streets of the ancient kingdom of Behrouz. The place is very efficient with home delivery and its service is very prompt.

Must Try: Murg Makhani Biryani, Paneer Subz Biryani, Gosht Haleem and Gulab Jamun.

Location: Near Big Bazar, Vasant Kunj

Phone: +91 77000 50050

3. Biryani Blues

If you don't feel like stepping out, or you are stuck at work, Biryani Blues will deliver hot and spicy biryani at your door step! Started by Hyderabadi ex-corporate co-founders because they were missing the Hyderabadi style biryani in Delhi.

Must Try: Fiery Chicken Biryani, Shikampuri Kebabs, Keema Biryani

Location: Sector 5, Dwarka

Phone: +91-8010801000

Hyderabad

1. Bawarchi

Be ready for mad rush, and get ready to wait for your turn to be seated in this famous, biryani house! The biryani at Bawarchi is an explosion in the mouth with each morsel! I personally love to take a spoonful of raita with it, thanks to the flavours in the biryani.

Must Try: Tender Lamb, Bawarchi Biryani, Fry Prawns, Authentic Hyderabadi Biryani

Location: RTC Cross Road, Chikkadpally, Opposite Sandhya Theatre, Nallakunta

Phone: +91 4027634490

2. Cafe Bahar

A humongous portion of biryani that will satisfy all your biryani cravings for sure! Order for a single masala biryani if you don't want to risk being too spicy. They have various kinds of biryanis for Rs. 500 that will suffice for 4-5 people.

Must Try: Mutton Jumbo Biryani

Location: 3-5, 815/A, Old MLA Quarters Rd, Avanti Nagar, Himayatnagar, Hyderabad

Phone: +91 40 2324 3798

Mumbai

1. Jaffer Bhai’s Delhi Darbar

Founded in 1953, this place serves mouth watering Biryani! If you live in Mumbai you must try Jaffer Bhai’s Delhi Darbar atleast once!

Must Try: Mutton Biryani, Chicken Tikka Biryani, Shahi Tukda

Location: EE Heights, Shop No.: 3, Next to KFC, SV Road, Mumbai

Phone: +91 2222016363

2. Lucky Restaurant

This 80 year old iconic Biryani restaurant first started in 1938 by an Irani, and they make one of the best Biryanis and kebabs in Mumbai! The biryani at Lucky Restaurant has lots of masala, but you can always customise it!

Must Try: Chicken Biryani, Kebabs, Mutton Dahiwala

Location: Bandra West

Phone: +912226442973

Bengaluru

1. Nagarjuna Restaurant

Served on a banana leaf you can smell the aromatic biryani cooked with basmati rice and spices at Nagarjuna Restaurant. Made in Andra style this biryani will hit all your taste buds with its spices. The meat will melt in your mouth as your relish this biryani with your hands!

Must Try: Chicken Biryani

Location: 44/1,Residency Road, Bangalore

Phone: +91 80 4280 0900

2. Meghana Foods

Meghana Foods, serves Hyderabadi Biryani with atleast 12 types of biryanis. Served with dense gravy and raita, the biryani at Meghana's is a must try!

Must Try: Mutton Dum Biryani, Meghana's Boneless Chicken Biryani

Location: 52, 1st Floor, 33rd Cross Rd, near Cafe Coffee Day, 4th Block, Jayanagar

Phone: +91 80 2244 8080

Lucknow

1. Lalla Biryani

Made with love, founded 34 years ago, Lalla Biryani is definitely a must try when in Lucknow. This affordable biryani is has meat that is cooked fresh and to perfection.

Must Try: Chicken Biryani

Location: Chaupatiyon Chauraha Lucknow

Phone: +91 94506 46498

2. Tunday Kababi

Located in the buzzing Lucknow, if you are a non-vegetarian, Tunday Kababi is the place for you. The biryani comes with aromatic spiced meat and the kebabs here are off the charts!

Must Try: Mutton Biryani, Mutton Galauti

Location: 168/6, Khayali Ganj, Naaz Cinema Road, Aminabad

Phone: +915224307223

Kolkata

1. Dada Boudi Restaurant

The Bengali biryani at Dada Boudi Restaurant is a must try for all biryani lovers. Be ready to wait in the queue to have the biryani. For mutton lovers, get ready for some serious action with the meat and rice!

Must Try: Mutton Biryani

Location: 1 Ghosh Para Road | Barrackpore

Phone: +91 98313 18010

2. New Arsalan Biryani House

Prepare yourself for good quality biryani, especially for meat eaters, a good chunk of mutton or chicken, with an option of one or two pieces! This biryani at New Arsalan Biryani House comes with potato and an egg, and a generous portion too.

Must Try: Chicken Special Biryani

Location: Chinar Park

Phone: +919875452445

So which biryani are you planning to have this weekend? Or even a weekday? Any day is good for a hot bowl of biryani. Let the masala just melt in your mouth, without the spices over powering your taste buds, as the rice is cooked to perfection! And, every time some says their State makes better biryani, the tension in the room rises, because each person wants to win this food war! Let me know in comment if you think your State makes the best biryani!

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