Kompally is a lush suburb of Hyderabad and is among the fastest developing regions of the city. It is home to ample greenery as well as quiet residential streets. It is well connected to a number of commercial and recreational establishments across its space. Being a key location in Hyderabad, one can expect no shortage of fantastic Biryani centric eateries dotting its length and breadth. Here’s a list of places that you should be sure not to miss!
1. Chickpet Donne Biryani House - Kompally
Chickpet Donne Biryani House is an affordable option located right off the Srinagar-Kanyakumari highway. What you get here is closer to a pulao owing to the masala and rice being cooked together. The "donne" style of biryani is native to Gowda households in Karnataka and is a spicy alternative to many of the biryanis you might find in Hyderabad.
USP Dish: Mutton Donne Biryani
Location: 1st Floor, Ganga Enclave, beside D-mart Quthbhullapur, Petbasheerabad, Kompally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500055
How to get there: Just ahead of the DMART off the Srinagar-Kanyakumari highway
Timings: 11:30AM to 12AM, Monday To Sunday
Cost for two: Rs. 500
2. Delite kitchen
This spot is highly rated, with many folks raving about the choice of Biryani it offers. Extra biryani masala is offered on request in addition to the establishment’s plentiful appetizers and haleem.
USP Dish: Chicken TIkka Biryani
Location: Devender Colony, Kompally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500100
How to get there: Opp. Ashrita Hospital off the Srinagar-Kanyakumari Highway
Timing:11:30AM to 12AM, Monday To Sunday
Cost for two: Rs. 950
3. Malnadu Kitchen
This slightly more upscale option offers comfortable interiors and a good list of Telangana regional specials such as Bheja Fry and Potelu Mamsam. The restaurant is also located conveniently off the highway, so definitely make it a stop on your way into or out of Kompally!
USP Dish: Keema Biryani
Location: 1st floor, Hoysala inn, Kompally Road, Ruby Block, Kompally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500014
How to get there: Next to Srikara Hospital
Timings: 11:30AM to 11:30PM, Monday To Sunday
Cost for two: Rs. 1000
4. Ulavacharu Kompally
Another regional specialty restaurant just a few minutes away from our previous listing of Malnadu Kitchen, Ulavacharu is known for its spicy Telangana style appetizers as well as an abundant choice of biryanis and pulaos to choose from. The restaurant’s interiors are bright and cheery, making for a memorable dining experience.
USP Dish: Raju Gari Kodi Pulao
Location: Survey no: 127, 3rd and 4th Floors, Ulavacharu, Road, near Cine Planet, Ruby Block, Kompally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500014
How to get there: Near Cine Planet, above Ratnadeep supermarket
Timings:11:45AM-11:30PM, Monday To Sunday
Cost for two: Rs. 1400
5. My Place Restaurant & Bar
For those looking for a lively neighborhood bar that also happens to serve excellent biryani, look no further! My Place is known for its affordable food and drinks in a cozy atmosphere.
USP Dish: Boneless Chicken Biryani
Location: Doolapally Rd, Kompally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500014
How to get there: Near St. Martins Engineering College
Timings:10AM-12AM, Monday To Sunday
Cost for two: Rs. 1100
6. Paradise Biryani
Paradise Biryani has grown to become a national institution over the last decade but still manages to retain popularity among locals in the Kompally area, with this branch garnering thousands of positive reviews. Paradise is a comfortable restaurant that serves large portions of its famous Biryanis at a slightly higher price than other options.
USP Dish: Nizami Mutton Biryani
Location: SY No:103/B Situated at Kompally, Brundavan Colony, Gandi Maisamma Mandal, Secunderabad, Telangana 500014
How to get there: Right off the Srinagar-Kanyakumari highway.
Timing:11AM to 11PM, Monday To Sunday
Cost for two: Rs. 1200
7. SAINMA Restaurant
SAINMA Restaurant, a cinema-themed restaurant known for its unique Biryani offerings as well as warm and attentive service, is a charming dining experience that goes beyond the regular family restaurant within the Kompally region.
USP Dish: Potlam Kheema Biryani. (Keema Biryani cooked inside a banana leaf)
Location: NH 44, near Cine Planet, Ruby Block, Multiplex, Kompally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500014
How to get there: Behind Chintamani Tiffins
Timing:12PM to 12AM, Monday To Sunday
Cost for two: Rs 1000
8. Pegasi the Royal Rasoi
This restaurant is known for its excellent Halal mutton biryani and is also a popular takeaway option that is highly reviewed by residents of the area. It is also among the only options in this list open well into the night, until 2:30 am.
USP Dish: Pegasi Spl Mutton Pulao
Location: 126, Asian Cine Planet, Kompally, Hyderabad 500100
How to get there: Near Cine Planet
Timing:11AM to 2:30AM, Monday To Sunday
Cost for two: Rs 400
9. Blue Bucket Biryani
Blue Bucket offers authentic Hyderabadi-style biryani in large portions, especially good for takeout and deliveries. This chain is also known for its somewhat budget-friendly offerings.
USP Dish: Chicken 65 Biryani
Location: Panchasheel Enclave Road No 1, HT Rd, Hyderabad, Telangana 500010
How to get there: 5 mins drive off the Kanyakumari-Srinagar highway
Timing:11AM to 11PM, Monday To Sunday
Cost for two: Rs 300
10. Tollgate The Eating House
Tollgate is another charming dine-in restaurant off the main highway offering up an extensive selection of both Arabic style Mandi rice and traditional Biryani options in addition to many grill and kebab options.
USP Dish: Chicken BBQ Mandi Rice
Location: Plot No 229, Pedda Bashirabad, No. 2, HT Rd, Meenakshi Estate, Jeedimetla, Secunderabad, Telangana 500015
How to get there: Opp Srini Avenue Gate
Timing:11:30AM to 12AM, Monday To Sunday
Cost for two: Rs 1100