Paragon & Tunday Kababi In Top 10 List Of Legendary Restaurants

Two Indian restaurants – Paragon from Kozhikode and Tunday Kababi from Lucknow – have been listed amongst the top 10 of 150 Most Legendary Restaurants around the world, as per Taste Atlas. Placed on the fifth and sixth spot as per 2023 rankings, the restaurants – established in 1939 (Paragon) and 1905 (Tunday Kababi) respectively have risen up the ranks in the span of a year. Other Indian restaurants on the list also include Amrik Sukhdev Dhaba from Murthal placed at the 16^th rank and Mavali Tiffin Room from Bengaluru at the 32^nd position.

The official website describes the restaurants in high regard and mentions the following about Paragon: Paragon in Kozhikode, Kerala, is an emblem of the region's rich gastronomic history, celebrated for its mastery of traditional Malabar cuisine. The dish that reigns supreme is the biryani, a blend of rice, meat, and spices, steeped in age-old traditions and prepared with locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant's enduring charm lies in its inviting atmosphere, coupled with the meticulous preparation of dishes that celebrate local produce and traditional cooking methods.

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About Tunday Kababi, the listing says, “Tunday Kababi, a jewel in the crown of Lucknow's culinary scene in India, has gained widespread acclaim for its Mughlai cuisine. The star offering, the galouti kebab, is a culinary masterpiece featuring finely minced meat tenderized with raw papaya and an assortment of spices. Its distinctive taste profile and the legacy behind its creation have garnered Tunday Kababi a devoted following, both domestically and internationally.