Best Fine-Dining Restaurants In Patna

By Suprita Mitter

Patna, the capital of Bihar, is a vibrant city with a rich culinary heritage. Known for its traditional dishes like Litti Chokha, Champaran Mutton and Sattu Paratha, Patna offers a diverse food scene. The city also has fine dining options that serve international cuisine alongside local flavours. From tastefully designed, cosy cafes and patisseries to indulgent gourmet meals in elegant settings, the city holds many upscale dining experiences for the discerning foodie.


  • Foresto Paradise

    As the name suggests, Foresto Paradise has a lush green decor which recreates a peaceful forest-like ambience for everyone looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The menu at Foresto Paradise is a fusion of Indian and continental cuisines, featuring everything from spicy tikkas and creamy pasta to mouth-watering noodles and refreshing salads.

  • CookBook Cafe

    CookBook Cafe is a cosy and quaint cafe that feels like a home away from home. Their elaborate menu features almost every cuisine, be it Continental, Mediterranean, Chinese, or Asian. So, it is the perfect place to bring your friends or family and have a gala time ordering everyone's favourite treats, that too at pocket-friendly prices.

  • The Downtown Cafe

    The Downtown Cafe, located in Kankarbagh, Patna, is known to be one of the most happening places in the city. This one-of-a-kind open-roof cafe is not just aesthetically pleasing for your Instagram feed, but the mouth-drooling food will keep your heart full. While at the cafe, don't forget to try their bestsellers like Chicken Dragon and Chicken Chilly while ending on a sweet note with their classic Tiramisu.

  • The Glass Box

    If you are looking for a high-end cafe for a good cup of coffee along with lip-smacking food, head to The Glass Box, located near the Fraser Road Area in Patna. The cafe is known for its cheesy bowls of Italian delicacies as well as thick and frothy glasses of different flavours of shakes. So, for a happening place to unwind with your friends, The Glass Box would just be the right place for you.

  • AB's - Absolute Barbecues - Patna

    AB's - Absolute Barbecues is a nationwide buffet chain that serves one of the best-barbequed dishes. Located in the Fraser Road area of Patna, this spot offers a unique "do-it-yourself" dining experience. With their motto, "Feast like a king, we’ve got your back!" for a luxury dining experience.

  • Austaara

    If you are looking for a fine dining cafe or restaurant in Patna, Austaara is one of the best ones you can find near the Fraser Road area in Patna. With a wide range of cuisine options like Chinese, Italian, Continental, or North Indian, Austaara is a haven for foodies and for your Instagram feed as well.
  • Kapil Dev's Eleven

    As the name suggests, Kapil Dev's Eleven is every cricket fan's haven. Based on the iconic cricketer Kapil Dev, the menu features some of the player's favourite dishes. From the ambience to the pages of the menu, all are an ode to Kapil Dev. So, if you are a cricket fan, this is a must-visit place when in Patna.

  • Spice Court - Hotel Maurya

    Spice Court, by Hotel Maurya, is a fine dining restaurant, which is one of the best spots if you are craving North Indian food. Be it the tandoori chicken tikka, a generous serving of biryani, or any of their paneer-based dishes, everything is meticulously prepared to give you the best North Indian flavours.

  • Takshila

    Takshila is located inside Hotel Chanakya, one of Patna’s leading luxury hotels that opened its doors in 1981 and sits  in the heart of the city. The restaurant serves specialty Indian food with special focus on flavours from the erstwhile North West Frontier Province. The ambiance is typically ethnic and regal. The place that is open only for dinner, has city foodies raving about the melt-in-the mouth kebabs and the Takshila Ae Raan cooked using the restaurant’s secret recipe.


  • Bistro

    Bistro sits inside Patliputra Exotica, a  seventy key luxury hotel that is conveniently located in Patna and caters to both business and leisure travellers. The restaurant serves a sprawling buffet spread and also has an elaborate  à la carte menu that features North Indian, European and Oriental food options. They also have plenty of snack options and serve delicious old-school club sandwiches.

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