Top 5 Biryani destinations in Kolkata!

 As soon as the term Biryani comes out of someone’s mouth, a Foodie’s tummy is ever empty for it! Be it someone’s “BhaiBirthday Treat ta de!”, Wedding Reception, or Marriage anniversary the guests always look for biryani, one can say that throwing a party in Kolkata is incomplete without Biryani making it to the list.

Here we bring you the list of best Biryani Destinations in Kolkata.

Dada Boudi Restaurant

Dada Boudi restaurant is just 2 minutes from Barrackpore railway station, it beckons the foodies from extreme ends of Kolkata for Biryani. It has two branches, both of them in Barrackpore, one is a Non A/C (named Dada Boudi Hotel) and the one other is multi-storied A/C one (in the picture).

Being pocket friendly and great in taste at the same time, it is crowded in the evening, and during festive season you must stand in a queue of at least 50 people before getting served!

Must haves: Chicken Biryani, Chicken Chaap, Mutton Biryani

Oudh 1590

As the name suggests Oudh comes from Awadh and the year 1590 has some historical significance, okay let’s come back to the present, Oudh 1590 located in Desapriya park, focuses on Awadhi style dishes, here all types of biryani are served in aHandi, plus the ambience gives it a royal and complete period dining experience. Pocket pinch is slightly higher than the other top restaurants offering biryani, but the pocket pinch is justified, a single handi of Raan Biryani has enough biryani  that can be shared by two people.

Must Haves: Raan Biryani, Murgh Kasa, Kulfi

Royal Indian Hotel

Royal Indian hotel located in the Barabazar area, serves North Indian and Mughlai dishes, it has both type of biryani The one with aloo and the one without it (Lucknowi Biryani). Being a classic restaurant of Kolkata, it never fails to impress with its delicious, mouth watery mughlai dishes, especially the aroma of biryani makes it irresistible.

Must Haves: Chicken Biryani, Reshmi Butter masala, Firni

Aminia

Aminia, One of the most reputed brand for Mughlai cuisines, obviously is famous for its biryani, having outlets at multiple locations in and around Kolkata. The Biryani’s chicken pieces are soft and filled with great spices,

It gives a total nostalgia feeling related to Kolkata, Aminia has presence at: Chinar Park, Golpark, Barrackpore, New market etc.

Must Haves: Mutton Biryani, Firni, Mutton Kasha, Chicken Biryani

Arsalan

Arsalan, a renowned name in the Mughlai, North indian cuisines’ circle also has many locations in Kolkata like Park Circus area, Chinar park, Hatibagan etc. With prompt staff service and great delicacies it’s a great place for Mughlai cuisine lovers and for them who are looking to celebrate their birthday or any special occasion.

Must Haves: Chicken Chattpata, Mutton Kosha, Biryani