There are very few dishes worldwide that can claim the balance of flavours with indulgence, and one of them is biryani. It is one of the most-ordered dishes in Bangalore. And why shouldn't it be? It is affordable, filling, and most importantly, mouthwatering.
Be it a festival or any other day, biryani is a staple and here are some of the best outlets in Bangalore to stuff your tummies and souls with.
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Ambur Star serves some of the best biryanis in Bangalore, and it’s not just us who believe so. Hundreds of people come here all through the week to enjoy some delicious food at this royal restaurant. The chicken biryani here is delish, but the “star” is their special Prawn Biryani. The portions are generous and easily shareable and so, the only thing you’ll have to worry about is overeating because with food so good it’s very easy to get carried away.
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Another popular joint that serves some famous biryani in Bangalore is Paradise. The restaurant stays closed on Mondays, so sadly you’ll have to find another way to tackle your Monday blues. But during the rest of the week, come here and gorge on some super affordable biryani with your friends. One bite, and you’re in paradise. Located on Richmond Road, this best biryani place in Bangalore is also a hit among students from nearby schools and colleges.
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It may have originated in Maratha land, but the Donne Biryani found its love in Namma Bengaluru. Cooked over coal and ladled into cups made from areca nut palm leaves (donne), the biryani, mostly found in military hotels, is made from short-grained rice that sees a generous showering of coriander, mint, and other spices. No doubt this tops the list of the best biryani outlets in Bangalore.
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Manis Dum Biryani House stands out in all aspects and is certainly a great place for all biryani lovers, especially for their Ambur-style preparation. Regardless of a takeaway or a simple dinner with a close friend, this best biryani outlet is Bangalore will make sure your time spent is a memorable one. A great news for vegetarians is that they cook the biryanis separately making Manis Dum Biryani House the best biryani outlet in Bangalore.
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When it comes to biryani in Bangalore, no other name is as iconic as Meghana Foods. There’s probably no student in Bangalore who hasn’t feasted on Meghana’s biryani, inspite of being broke. With branches across Bangalore (to cater to the cravings of oodles of biryani devotees) this iconic joint serves plenty of delish varieties.
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A tiny town wedged between Bangalore and Chennai, Ambur’s claim to fame has always been its biryani and leather products. Having first been cooked in the royal kitchens of the Nawabs of Arcot, the popularity of the biryani has only grown over the years. Many say that it is a unique style of preparation (the meat and the rice are first cooked separately, and then brought together in a sealed, ‘dum’ vessel) that infuses the dish with delicious flavours. If you don’t want to burden yourself by driving down to Ambur, just join the crowds at Koramangala’s Ambur Biryani Point.
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Started in 1994, Nagarjuna restaurant located in Residency road serves the most authentic biryani in Bangalore. Being one of the oldest restaurants in the city, these guys are experts when it comes to their various preparations. You can settle for mounds of their fragrant biryani studded with tender chunks of meat and glistening chillies that add a fair bit of punch to your meal. So, if you like to dine in style and are craving some lip-smacking biryani in Bangalore, this is the place to be!
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Their biryanis have a strong aroma of saffron and chunks of potatoes which adds a great flavour to the dish. Try their exquisite Mughlai biryanis. What more can you order? Rolls! Lightly spiced, brimming with flavours, the Kolkata Style Rolls rank high on the popularity charts.
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Another famous biryani outlet in Bangalore that does not have a very lavish vibe. But, if we can pass off the ambience, their steaming hot biryani, mutton chops and mutton dry to accompany the rice are super delish. Oh, and don’t get scared by the “military” in their name, the staff here is quite friendly.
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To capture the real essence of Muslim biryani, visit the famous Rahhams. With over 6 outlets across the city, this place serves lip-smacking pot biryani, chicken curries and all things hot and spicy. Prices are extremely reasonable, yet the flavours and quality are not compromised.
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A popular biryani outlet in Bangalore that offers an amazing variety of Arabic, North Indian, Chinese, and more varieties. The spacious and elegant interiors and a great ambience, impeccable service and delish preparations make them a fine choice for family outings. The place also houses a separate hall that can be booked for special occasions. Their Harlem and Shawarma are certainly attention grabbers which you must put on your food bucket list.
So, check out these best outlets in Bangalore serving some of the yummiest and most affordable biryani in town.
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