When we think about biryani, Hyderabad comes to our minds immediately. This place is filled with the places of heartwarming biryanis. People would travel on a food walk for the perfect Hyderabadi Biryani. If cooked perfectly, the aroma of the biryani Hyderabad brings peace to your foodie soul. The Hyderabadi Biryani is extremely spicy and rich because it is the perfect mix of Mughlai and Southern styles. Whether you have been living in the city your whole life or just visiting the city, you must always be on the lookout for an even better Biryani Hyderabad than the previous one.
So, let’s take you to the places where you will get the best Hyderabadi biryani that will fill your soul with pure joy:
1) Paradise (4.0)
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Having biryani in Hyderabad Paradise restaurant is pure bliss. Paradise Biryanis do not burn a hole in your pocket with their wholesome and delicious biryanis. You’ll know why the place is called ‘Paradise’ as soon as you enter the place because of its aromatic flavor. Biryani in Hyderabad Paradise is one of the best things to try.
Avg Cost: ₹800 for two
Timing: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Address: Ground Floor, Lingapur Building, Next to Almond House, Himayath Nagar, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Hyderabadi chicken biryani, Chicken, Kebab
2) Hotel Shadab (3.8)
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This restaurant is at a very prime location in the city. Also, it is a hopping stop for people who love Hyderabadi chicken biryani, haleem, kebabs, and more. This Biryani in Hyderabad justifies truly why the Hyderabadi Biryani is so popular.
Avg Cost: ₹1000 for two
Timing: 5:00 am – 2:00 am
Address: Plot 21, Opposite Madina Building, High Court Road, Ghansi Bazaar, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Mutton, Hyderabadi Dum, Dum Ka Chicken, Roganjosh, Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Tikka
3) Grand Hotel (3.8)
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The Grand Hotel serves some of the best biryani in Hyderabad. Here, biryanis are cooked with the Mughlai and Telangana cuisines style. The meat is tender and beautifully cooked and it’s not chewy at all. This hotel showcases the best biryani Hyderabadi recipes for all biryani lovers.
Avg Cost: ₹550 for two
Timing: 5:00 am – 1:00 am
Address: Plot 4-1-395, Opposite Big Bazaar, Road, Abids, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Grill, Hyderabadi Paneer Butter Masala, Butter Chicken, FishShawarma
4) The Spicy Venue (4.0)
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A casual dining restaurant that serves authentic North Indian and Andhra cuisine. If you want a perfect biryani Hyderabadi recipe, then this place is perfect for you. Their Biryanis are especially spicier because they use a lot of raw hot spices. That is why their biryani is super delicious.
Avg Cost: ₹1000 for two
Timing: 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm & 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Address: 265/S, Near Diamond House, Road 10, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Chicken Tikka, Spring Roll, Butter Naan, Biryani, Manchow Soup
5) Shah Ghouse Hotel (4.3)
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A simple restaurant setting that serves one of the best biryanis in Hyderabad. This famous biryani in Hyderabad is pot cooked with generous filling. You can easily satisfy your midnight cravings with this place because it’s one of those places that are open at odd hours of the night and early mornings.
Avg Cost – ₹500 for two
Timing: 6:00 am – 1:00 am
Address: Shah Ali Banda Rd, Syed Ali Chabutra, Zohra Colony, Shalibanda, Charminar, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani, Mutton Biryani
6) The Great Bawarchi (3.9)
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In a time where there is still a debate whether veg biryani is a thing or not, The Great Biryani serves one of the best veg biryanis in Hyderabad along with non-veg biryanis. This is a go-to place for biryani Hyderabadi veg lovers.
Avg Cost – ₹500 for two
Timing: 5:00 am – 11:00 pm
Address: Opposite Medwin Hospital, Chirag Ali Lane, Abids, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Mutton, Khubani Ka Meetha, Paneer Butter Masala
7) Jewel of Nizam – The Golkonda Hotel (4.6)
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This fine-dining restaurant is highly rated because of its tasty and hygienic food. It serves Mughlai and Hyderabadi cuisines. The food is a pure luxury enjoyed in an exuberant ambiance. Their Mutton and Chicken Biryanis are definitely the biggest jewels.
Avg Cost – ₹3450 for two
Timing: 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm & 6:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Address: The Golkonda Hotel, 10-1-124, Masab Tank, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Chicken Tikka, Biryani Hyderabadi Veg, Mutton Biryani, Chicken Biryani, Butter Naan
8) Alpha Hotel (3.8)
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This casual dining restaurant serves Biryani and North Indian preparations. The advantage is that you do not have to repeat your order because the place serves Biryanis of a lot of variety. It is a highly rated joint in Hyderabad for Biryani.
Avg Cost – ₹300 for two
Timing: 5:00 am – 11:59 pm
Address: Opposite Railway Station, Railway Station Road, Secunderabad
Must-haves: Hyderabadi Bhaji Gurda, Shahi Paneer, Chicken Biryani, Tandoori Chicken
9) Ulavacharu Biryani House (3.9)
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This casual dining restaurant in Hyderabad serves some famous Hyderabadi Biryani. The best part of this restaurant is that it serves biryani at odd hours of the day. This restaurant by far serves one of the best Biryanis in town.
Avg Cost – ₹800 for two
Timing: 12:00 pm – 11:59 pm and 5.00 pm – 1.00 am
Address: Baghlingampally, near Sunda Raya park, Nallakunta, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Ulvacharu, Avakai Chicken Biryani, Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani, Mutton Haleem, Mutton Biryani
10) Sarvi Multi-Cuisine Restaurant (4.4)
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A midrange hotel that you can visit with your family. It serves delicious Mughlai food and Hyderabadi Haleem. They use a lot of dry fruits in their Biryani and are made from age-old passed-down recipes. Their biryanis are authentic which makes them rich and even more special.
Avg Cost – ₹700 for two
Timing: 11.00 pam – 11:30 pm
Address: Rd Number 1, Avenue 4, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Chicken Biryani, Kebabs, Hyderabadi Mutton Biryani, Hyderabadi Haleem
11) Cafe Bahar (4.0)
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You can gorge on the food as much as you like at Cafe Basheer Bagh because the prices are very nominal with one of the best biryani places in Hyderabad. The Chicken and Mutton Biriyani are famous and can be enjoyed well in a chaotic environment.
Avg Cost – ₹500 for two
Timing: 11:00 am – 1:00 am
Address: Old MLA Quarters, Hyderguda, Basheer Bagh, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Mutton, Chicken Curry, Hyderabadi Dum, Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Tikka
12) Rayalaseema Ruchulu (3.8)
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You’ll definitely not be left short of options with many branches all over the city. They have entire regional platters and also diverse buffets with a variety of foods. But of course, their special Biryanis are to die for. They truly justify the taste and popularity of an authentic Hyderabadi Biryani.
Avg Cost – ₹800 for two
Timing: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm & 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Address: Hotel Tanisha, Floor 1, Opposite RKS Grand Shopping Mall, Ameerpet, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Vegetable Chicken Curry, Mutton Curry, Mutton Pulusu
13) Maa Ooru Biryani (4.0)
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Rustic Biryani is the specialty of the restaurant which is brown and rustic in color. However, it doesn’t mean that it loses its flavor. With the extreme aromatic flavor and amazing ambiance, this place gives a completely different and unusual biryani experience.
Avg Cost – ₹500 for two
Timing: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Address: MIG 423, Sri Maruthi Nilayam, Opposite Mamta Nursing Home, Phase 3, KPHB, Kukatpally, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Mutton, Chilli Chicken, Donne, Mutton Chukka
14) Meridian Cafe & Restaurant (3.9)
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The Dum ka Biryani at the Meridian Cafe and Restaurant is to die for. Even though the ambiance and setting of the place are pretty average, the biryani is to die for. However, the place is pretty crowded because of its delicious biryanis. Don’t miss their spicy mutton and chicken biryani if you are a real foodie.
Avg Cost – ₹650 for two
Timing: 12:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Address: 6-3-697/1, Cross Road, Panjagutta, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Chicken Tikka, Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani, Mutton Biryani, Dum ka Biryani
15) Four Seasons (3.8)
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Four Seasons is one of the most sophisticated restaurants in Hyderabad with a great ambiance. This place mildly cooks biryani with marinated raw lamb and rice. To give that extra hint of flavor, they use a whole bunch of spices and pure ghee. Having it with Mirchi ka Salan and Dahi ki chutney will make you go “Wow!”
Avg Cost: ₹700 for two
Timing: 11:00 am – 11:59 pm
Address: Opposite Bharat Petroleum Pump, Hafeezpet, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Noodles, Chicken Kheema
16) Chicha’s (3.9)
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If you haven’t been there, the aromatic biryani of Hyderabadi Chicha’s will blow your mind. Especially, the saffron in the biryani will be the first thing that will hit you in the first bite. With mild spice and a punch of spices, the biryani of Chicha’s is to die for.
Avg Cost: ₹800 for two
Timing: 12:30 pm – 1:00 am
Address: Opposite Kun Hyundai, on the 4th left after Mahavir Hospital, Masab Tank, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Biryani, Chicken Tikka
17) Dum Pukht Begum’s (4.1)
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If you are not that much of a biryani fan, Dum Pukht Begum’s at ITC Kohenur’s Biryani will definitely change your entire perspective towards it. This restaurant serves biryanis with rich flavor and a heady aroma of different spices. Their biryanis surely got an oomph factor in them.
Avg Cost: ₹2000 for two
Timing: 7:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Address: Plot 5, Survey 83/1, Opposite Inorbit Mall, Madhapur, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Chicken Tikka, Chicken Keema, Biryani
18) Exotica (4.3)
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This casual dining restaurant serves some famous Biryani in Hyderabad. Besides that, the best thing about this restaurant is its rooftop ambiance that is to kill for. The biryani in this restaurant comes in large portions and is packed with flavors. That is why it is the perfect place to enjoy your Biryanis.
Avg Cost: ₹2200 for two
Timing: 0:30 am – 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Address: Opposite Audi Showroom, 5th Floor, 12th Square Building, Road 12, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Biryani, Chicken Tikka, Dal Makhani, Malai Kofta
19) United Kitchens of India (4.1)
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United Kitchens of India serves one of the best biryanis in Hyderabad with an amazing ambiance. It serves some boast-worthy authentic and delicious biryanis. With curd raita, pickles, and onions, the experience of biryani will take you to cloud nine.
Avg Cost: ₹2450 for two
Timing: 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm and 7:30 pm – 11:59 pm
Address: Road 45, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Biryani, Ker Sangri, Dimer Devil
20) Taj Mahal Hotel (4.1)
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If you are a vegetarian, then also we have got it covered for you. The Taj Mahal Restaurant holds a special place in the hearts of Hyderabadis because of its vegetarian eatery delicacies. Their Hyderabadi Subz Dum Biryani surely does the biryani legacy justice with aromatic flavors and herbs.
Avg Cost: ₹650 for two
Timing: 7:00 am – 11:00 pm
Address: 5-9-502, Gun Foundry Street Number 1, Gun Foundry, Abids, Hyderabad
Must-haves: Hyderabadi Subz Dum Biryani, Button Vada, Palak Paneer Dosa, Masala Dosa, Thali
