Biryani and Hyderabad are synonymous with each other. In fact, Hyderabadi biryani is a star dish to the menus of various Indian restaurants that boast of flavourful, fragrant and fabulous culinary culture. There are many hotels in Hyderabad that serve Biryani as a regular delicacy in their buffet. However, if you wish to taste the best Biryani in the city of Nizams, make sure you visit the following eateries.
1. Paradise
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Paradise – the name is synonymous with the best biryani in Hyderabad. It is as famous as Char Minar, if not more. Since 1953, these guys have been serving mouth-watering biryanis to the city. Winner of many food awards, the goodness of biryani at Paradise can render you speechless. Their butter chicken and kebabs have garnered praise too. Try their Mutton Biryani with Mirch Salan; it makes you lick your fingers. Chicken Dum Biryani is another star dish on their menu. If you hear someone taking a road trip to Hyderabad just to taste biryani at Paradise, don’t be surprised!
Location: SD Road, Paradise Circle, Secunderabad
Cost for 2: INR 800
2. Bawarchi
One of the legendary and most famous restaurants of Hyderabad, Bawarchi has a deceptively simple ambiance but serves a flood of flavors on the plate. The mutton biryani at Bawarchi is to die for. However, patrons also delight in it's chicken and egg biryani. Affordable price and quick service add to your meal experience at this eating joint. A minimum 40-minute wait for a table is what you can expect on weekends.
Location: RTC Cross Road, Chikkadpally, Nallakunta
Cost for 2: INR 750
3. Cafe Bahar
A popular name in the culinary circuits of Hyderabad, Cafe Bahar has been serving mouth-watering Hyderabadi Dum Biryani to the city since 1973. Located at the corner of a bustling street in Hyderaguda, it is a sprawling cafe that is as bustling as the street – certainly not a place for a leisurely meal, but definitely, a must visit if you want an authentic biryani experience. They offer a choice of special, double and Bahar special biryani – the variation being the number of chicken, mutton or egg pieces in the dish.
Location: Basheerbagh, Hyderabad
Cost for 2: INR 600
4. Shadab
Preserving the prestige of Hyderabadi Biryani, Shadab is a perfect tribute to chili lovers of Hyderabad. If you have a spicy palate, this is the place for you. Try their Mutton Biryani. Chicken biryani is second best here. And, if you are a vegetarian, their Paneer Biryani is what you need to treat yourself with. They blend the flavors perfectly in every dish they serve. This casual dining is worth the hype it enjoys!
Location: High Court Road, Ghansi Bazaar
Cost for 2: INR 800
5. Shah Ghouse
Looking for a place to satisfy your midnight cravings? Shah Ghouse is your go-to restaurant. Not that you cannot have lunch or a dinner meal here, but this restaurant stays open till 2 am to cater to growling tummies that tickle even after a full course dinner. Famous for their outstanding chicken biryani, Shah Ghouse also dishes out fabulous non-veg platters. Accompany your biryani with Tangdi Kebab and Mutton Haleem to enjoy a feast of your life.
Location: Near Rai Durgam Police Station, Gachibowli Main Road
Cost for 2: INR 650
Bonus point for Vegetarians – Sarvi
If you are a vegetarian who’s been mocked by meatatarian friends on asking for a biryani outing, now you have the perfect answer! Sarvi in Hyderabad makes vegetarian biryani in such a way that it leaves even non-vegetarians asking for more.
Location: Opposite Care Hospital, Road 1& 11, Banjara Hills
Cost for 2: INR 850
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