Hidden gems: Mumbai's top must-try biryani spots

Biryani is among the most versatile dishes that uses varied regional flavours With the number of memes to its name the dish is a pop icon of sorts People have strong opinions about whether it should have elaichi or not while purists argue against vegetarian versions However there is no denying that everyone who is remotely fond of food is a fan of biryaniWersquove rounded up a list of five places in Mumbai where you can try the most exciting biryanisPersian DarbarFamed for its mouthwatering biryani the Persian Darbar has multiple outlets across the city The decadesold establishment serves delightful North Indian fare The star of their menu is the Persian Special Biryani with vegetables INR 395 chicken INR 575 or mutton INR 645 Each serving is traditionally cooked in a sealed pot and is sufficient for 23 peopleAT Multiple OutletsTIME 1130 AM 1 AM MondaySundayCALL 9892957741Lucky RestaurantOne of the oldest restaurants in Mumbai Lucky Biryani became a popular name across households with time Started way back in 1938 by Sayed Ali Akbarul Huseini Luckyrsquos delectable biryani provides a deeper insight into Mughal cuisine The freshness the taste the aroma the portion and definitely the variety make Luckyrsquos one of the most sought after biryani joints in MumbaiAT Bandra OshiwaraTIME 900 am 100 am MondaySaturdayWhat to order Boneless Mutton Biryani Tandoori Chicken Biryani Fish Tikka BiryaniSalttThis lightly spiced rice dish called dum gosht biryani is a specialty at this Karjat space For those visiting the quaint place this dish made with tender lamb yogurt spices and saffron rice will make the trip extra memorable It isnrsquot greasy but lends a luxurious feelAT Saltt Oleander Farms Private Limited Khalapur time 12 pm to 1130 pm 7 pm onwardsCALL 8097599430COST Rs 920ShalimarShalimarrsquos credentials as a biryani hotspot are affirmed with its location at the popular Mohammad Ali Road Their menu offers several biryanis from Chicken Kabsa Biryani INR 695 to Paneer Tikka Biryani INR 460 The exquisite Raan Biryani INR 2300 is the perfect fusion of taste texture and aroma The indulgent dish is surely not to be missed For those with nightly cravings Shalimar delivers till 2 AMAT Multiple OutletsTIME 121130 PM Monday to SundayOh CalcuttaThe Calcuttastyle biryani has its share of followers Oh Calcutta has taken these regional flavours across the nation Their authentic Calcutta biryani with chicken INR 395 or mutton IR 525 is no less than a burst of flavour in your mouth They also offer an option for vegetarians the Nawabi Subz Biryani INR 345 cooked in traditional Awadhi spicesAT Multiple OutletsTIME 12330 PM 71030 PM Monday SundayIN PHOTOS Preparations for EidulFitr 2024 begin shopping in full swing