Best Delhi Restaurants For Regional Biryanis

By Pakhi Rewri

Biryani is a much-loved dish across India, but when in the national capital, trying out regional varieties of the one-pot rice-based dish is a must. From the spicy Hyderabadi biryani to the potato-laden Kolkata one, this regional biryani food trail offers it all to everyone who loves this dish.

*Some restaurants listed in this trail serve non-vegetarian food, but have been added because they have good vegetarian options on their menu as well.

  • Kolkata Biryani House

    Kolkata Biryani House is located in the CR Park area of New Delhi which is famous for its exquisite biryani places. The Kolkata Biryani House serves extremely spicy and savouring biryani that will leave you palpitating, and yet you will yearn for more. Other than biryani, you can also find a range of authentic kebabs. The biryani starts here from as low as Rs.150 per plate and goes up till Rs.400 per plate.
  • Sassy Begum

    Like its name, this biryani place is dynamic and contemporary. It's one of the few places in Delhi that can transport you directly toHyderabadand bring the same flavours to the table. What is even more tempting is their immaculate presentation of the food. To levitate the flavours even more, you can add thepomegranate raitato your Biryani.
  • Karim’s

    Although there are a lot of Karim’s in Delhi, the original one is situated inChandni Chowk.It is one of the few hyped places that is worth trying out. To experience the utmost food ecstasy you can grab some kebabs from the nearby area of Jama Masjid and enjoy the combination.
  • Muradabadi Shahi Biryani & Chicken Corner

    This is a famous biryani corner which is located in the Janakpuri area of New Delhi. This one offers a lot of variety and you can choose as per your preference. The best part is its affordability and variety of the biryanis. You can come here with your friends and enjoy the one-pot meal without spending a hefty amount. 

  • Taufeeq Biryani

    This is another gem of Chandni Chowk that offers you extremely tempting biryani. The shop is not very big, but you will find a lot of people there at all times which is proof of its popularity. Thebiryaniis generally sold per kilogram so make sure you either have the appetite or the partner to finish it off.
  • Biryani Blues

    This is a franchisee shop and currently has over 21 outlets in New Delhi itself. It is one of those few places that also offer veg biryani to people who do not want to eat meat but at the same time experience the divine taste of biryani. You can find soya biryani, chicken biryani, paneer biryani, and keema biryani etc. Biryani Blues is also quite liberal when it comes to creating their portions.
  • Majeed’s

    Majeed’s only offers chicken and mutton biryani exclusively and the taste is unparalleled. You can expect a concoction of tenderness, fragrance and the perfect blend of spices. The biryani is not too spicy, which is why it is perfect for the consumption of children as well. The taste is so good that we bet you won't be satisfied with just one plate.
  • Andhra Bhavan

    If you wanna try out the special Andhra style biryani then you can try out the Andhra Bhavan Canteen. It offers fingerlicking good Andhra style biryani at a very cost effective price. Other than biryani, you can try a lot of different exquisitedishes from Andhra as well.
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