ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING HYDERABAD IS FAMOUS FOR!

When you hear someone talk about the city of Hyderabad, the very first thing that might come to your mind is its very own Hyderabadi biryani. The rich culture of Hyderabad comes from the Nizams who ruled over it in the earlier centuries.

The Nizams of Hyderabad were among the richest people of the world and a lot of dishes which now Hyderabad is well known for, come from the royal kitchens of the Nizams.

They left a legacy behind which the city never fails to follow! Right from the world-famous Hyderabadi Haleem to the ever refreshing Irani Chai, one can find a solution to all his problems once he devours into the delicious offerings of Hyderabad.

Read on more to find out why Hyderabad is world-famous for its one-of-kind food.

Biryani

The lip-smacking, finger-licking Nizam style biryani is nothing but a trademark itself for the city of Nizams. Authentic Dum Biryani is an exquisite food item and its mere fragrance is such that one cannot resist gorging into it. Hyderabadi Biryani is generally believed to have originated in the kitchens of the Nizam of Hyderabad as a blend of Mughlai and Iranian cuisine. Many tourists who visit Hyderabad visit it with the sole purpose to taste the authentic Nawaabi food.
You can taste the best yourself at –

MERIDIAN
Address: 6-3-697/1, Mumbai Highway, Punjagutta Officers Colony, Punjagutta, Hyderabad, Telangana 500082
Phone: 090327 30504

SHAH GHOUSE
Address: 8-191/15, Opposite Bio-Diversity Park, Raidurgam, Gachibowli Road, Madhura Nagar Colony, Gachibowli, Hyderabad Telangana 500032
Phone: 097001 50828

PARADISE
Address: SD Road, SappuBagh Apartment, Jogani, Ramgopalpet, Secunderabad, Telangana 500003
Phone: 089770 11117

HALEEM

The rich fragrance of haleem is enough to leave one’s mouth-watering. Haleem is a type of stew composed of meat, lentils and pounded wheat made into a thick paste. It is originally an Arabic dish and was introduced to the Hyderabad State by the Chaush people during the rule of the Nizams. Local traditional spices of Hyderabad have enhanced the taste further and thus the Hyderabadi Haleem gained its due recognition. Its extreme demand is during the Holy month of Ramadan when the Muslims break their fasts with consuming haleem because of its high nutritional value.
Here is a list of a few places where you can try the traditional styled Hyderabadi Haleem

ZAIQA – E- HYDERABAD
Address: 8-2-337/A, Rd Number 3, SBI Executive Enclave, Venkateshwara Hills, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034
Phone: 070327 77472

CHICHA’S
Address: 6-2-39, AC Guards Rd, opposite Kun Hyundai, Veer Nagar, Lakdikapul, Hyderabad, Telangana 500004
(Available only on Friday evenings)
Phone: 099599 11100

FIRDAUS
Address: Taj Krishna, Rd Number 1, MadaManzil, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034
Phone: 040 6666 2323

KHUBANI KA MEETHA

From the very city of Hyderabad originates a spectacular dish for all the people with a sweet tooth out there. KhubanikaMeetha is a loved and most savoured Hyderabadi Dessert recipe. This heavenly delicacy is prepared using simple ingredients like dried apricots, sugar and perfectly flavoured with rose water and saffron strands. It is a crowd-pleaser and is served at almost any and every wedding in Hyderabad.
You can devour yourself with it at –

BIRYANI GHAR
Address: #102, First Floor, Maphar MK Eternal, Survey No 60 Madhapur, Opp. Ginger Court Restaurant, Hyderabad, Telangana 500081
Phone: 080087 99112

CAFÉ BAHAR
Address: 3-5, 815/A, Old MLA Quarters Rd, Avanti Nagar, Himayatnagar, Hyderabad, Telangana 500029.
 Phone: 040 2324 3798
 
4 SEASONS MULTI-CUISINE RESTAURANT
Address: 9-4-77/3/D/4/5/6, YousufTekri, Opp. R.T.A. Office, Tolichowki, Hyderabad, Telangana 500008.

NIHARI

Nihari is a stew from the Indian subcontinent consisting of slow-cooked meat mainly shank meat of beef or lamb, goat meat and chicken, along with bone marrow. The word ‘Nihari’ originates from the Arabic word “Nahar” which means “morning”. It was originally eaten by Nawabs in the Mughal Empire as a breakfast item after their morning prayers. The dish is cooked to a broth-like consistency and served with a garnish of fresh green coriander. It is a must-have and one absolutely cannot afford to miss the taste of this splendid dish.
Here is a list of a few places where you can try it –

HOTEL NAYAAB
Address: 22-8-111 & 112, Nayapul Road, Nayapul, Nassir Complex, Charminar, Chatta Bazar, Hyderabad, Telangana 500002
Phone: 040 2457 7656

KARIM’S – AUTHENTIC MUGHLAI RESTAURANT
Address: 4th Floor Podium Mall, Janaki Nagar Colony, ToliChowki, Hyderabad, Telangana 500008. Phone: 091000 88179

PAYA HOUSE
Address: Amiso Plaza, Rd Number 12, Sri Ram Nagar Colony, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034. Phone: 079812 56590

DOUBLE KA MEETHA

Shahitukda or Double ka Meetha as it is popularly known in Hyderabad is one of the sweets which you have to try before you die! Perfectly fried bread slices are soaked in hot milk with spices, including saffron and cardamom and it is a definite delicacy one cannot afford to miss. This is also a very popular dessert at a wedding feast and the invitees absolutely love the ‘Shahi’ treatment!
Savour it yourself at –

MANDI @ 36 ARABIAN KITCHEN
Address: Sami Complex, 1125 1st Floor, Rd Number 36, above Cream Stone, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500033
Phone: 099894 71114

SARVI HOTEL
Address: Mehdipatnam Cross Road, Opp Bus Stop, Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad, Telangana 500028
Phone: 092463 61114

AAZEBO – THE ROYAL ARABIAN RESTAURANT
Address: 1-90/2/A, Hi-tech City Rd, Sri Sai Nagar, Madhapur, Hyderabad, Telangana 500081
Phone: 088858 42248

MURGH DO PYAZA

Hyderabadi cuisine is full of surprises. The dish contains rich and strong flavours that leave the consumers mesmerized. This is prepared with many onions, both cooked in the spices, curry and also used as a garnish. Onions are added at two stages during cooking, hence the name. The dish usually contains meat, beef, chicken, lamb, mutton, or shrimp; however, it can also be prepared in a vegetarian style. It is one of those dishes which speak about the rich heritage of the city of Nawabs.
Here is a list of a few places where you can taste the best of it –

GRILL 9 RESTAURANT
Address: Opposite Pulla Reddy Sweets, Vikrampuri Road, Karkhana Bazaar, Secunderabad, Telangana 500015. Phone: 040 6519 9786

BAWARCHI RESTAURANT
Address: Plot No. 44, RTC Cross Rd, Opposite Sandhya Theatre, Jawahar Nagar, Chikkadpally, New Nallakunta, Hyderabad,
Telangana 500020. Phone: 040 2763 4490

HOTEL SHADAB
Address: 21-1-140-144, Near High Court, High Court Rd, Madina Circle, Charminar, Ghansi Bazaar, Hyderabad Telangana 500012
Phone: 040 2456 1648

PATTHAR KA GHOSH

Hyderabad is celebrated all over the world for its unique culture and unique ways of cooking. One cannot speak about the food of Hyderabad without talking about Pattharka Ghosh. Pattharka Ghosh is a popular lamb dish, specially prepared in Hyderabad. This dish is prepared with mutton by heating it on a wide stone, on a flame.  The mutton is cooked on a flat granite stone heated by firewood from below. It is a delicacy from the Nizami Era which is cherished in every street of Hyderabad to date. 
Try it at –

AL RAHAMAN PATTHAR KA GHOSH
Address: Moosabowli Rd, Police Apartments, Ghansi Bazaar, Hyderabad, Telangana 500002. Phone: 7799802515

SHAHI DASTARKHWAN
Address: AC Guards Rd, Red Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500004. Phone: 040 6666 1474

JEWEL OF NIZAM – THE MINAR
Address: The Golkonda Resort, Gandipet, Hyderabad, Telangana 500075. Phone: 040 3069 6969
 

IRANI CHAI

Irani chai defines the cafe culture of Hyderabad. Thousands of people living at Hyderabad give their day a kick-start with a cup of Irani Chai. Introduced by settlers from Persia, Irani Chai has become a core part of the Hyderabadi Cuisine. The preparation of Irani chai is different from other teas. The sweet, milky Irani chai is known for its rejuvenating properties.
Here’s where you can have the best Irani chai in Hyderabad-

IRANI CHAI
Address: 6-3-542/3/2, Beside NIMS Hospital, Punjagutta, Hyderabad, Telangana 500082. Phone: 076810 49788

CAFÉ NILOUFER
Address: #11-5-422/C/B, V.P, Red Hills Rd, Lakdikapul, Hyderabad, Telangana 500004. Phone: 084668 68670

MELTING POT IRANI TEA
Address: 5A, Mindspace, HUDA Techno Enclave, HITEC City, Hyderabad, Telangana 500081. Phone: 040 4776 6119

KEBAB

From biryani to kebabs, you’ll get the best of everything at Hyderabad! Though lamb is the original meat used in kebabs, it has been localized to include beef, goat, chicken and other meat varieties. Most of the famous kebabs like Galouti, Shami, and Kakori originated in the Royal kitchens. The Mughal Era has been responsible for a lot of delicious items we are lucky enough to eat and kebab is one of them. Kebab has been one amongst the top most favourite dishes of Hyderabad and it never fails to overwhelm you.
Try the best Kebabs in Hyderabad at –

BADE MIYAN KEBAB
Address: Behind Ramdas Statue, Upper Tank Bund, Hyderabad, Telangana 500080. Phone: 098492 86169

SPICE 6 THE ARAB VILLAGIO
Address: Road Number 12 Anand Banjara Colony Banjara Hills Opp. Fortune Park, Vallabha Hotel, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034
Phone: 081215 51613

SIDDIQUE KEBAB CENTRE
Address: YousufTekri Complex, Opp RTO Office, ToliChowki, Hyderabad, Telangana 500008. Phone: 072075 45481

OSMANIA BISCUIT

Osmania biscuits named after the last AsafJahi ruler of Hyderabad State, Mir Osman Ali Khan; forms an essential part of the everyday lives of the people of Hyderabad. Irani chai sided by a plateful of Osmania biscuits poses like a match made in heaven.
Get yourself some too at –

SUBHAN BAKERY
Address: 11-6-467, Nampally Market Rd, Devi Bagh, Bazaar Ghat, Lakdikapul, Hyderabad, Telangana 500001
Phone: 093482 57788

NIMRAH CAFÉ AND BAKERY
Address: #20-4-1238/39, Beside Mecca Masjid, Charminar, Hyderabad, Telangana 500002
Phone: 098480 89343

KARACHI BAKERY
Address: Mayfair Building, 1-8-303/34, Sardar Patel Rd, Sindhi Colony, Begumpet, Hyderabad, Telangana 500016
Phone: 091600 80909

Prachi Bansal,Student

“The most special thing about Hyderabad is its Chai. I cannot start my day without a cup of Irani chai from one of the small shops near my house. The smell of the spices wafting through my window in the morning make me feel excited for the day ahead, which I know will be full of a few cups of this tea. Watching the locals make just one cup of tea with so much patience and passion makes the wait worth it. If you ask me, chai is not a beverage, it’s an emotion!”

Eesha Singh,Student.

“Hyderabadi food has been quite a huge difference for me, being from Assam where the food is blander in comparison to Hyderabad and less spicy. Assam might be home to the hottest chilli but then, the spicy Hyderabadi food still makes me sweat!
I guess if I were to talk about Hyderabadi food the only thing that comes to my mind always is obviously biryani. All sorts of biryani combinations are available from traditional tastes to modern improvisations. From mutton to prawns to chicken, or the most questionable Veg Biryani. I think Hyderabadi food always has a little something for everyone!”

KrithiGurajada, Student

“Being a Hyderabadi by birth, one thing I can say for sure is that the food which is served on each and every street here is the BEST. Be it from a small shop in the corner of my street or a huge 5-star hotel, the dishes are always packed with flavours and represent the rich culture of Hyderabad.”

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