Houston, Texas, the land of the cowboys. Also, famously known for the Houston Space Center, which means a close look for adults and kids alike at the US space program. And of course, there is the Houston Zoo which is the biggest centre of attraction for children. So if you’re travelling to Houston with your kids, then you can really make this a fun vacation with a little bit of an educational tour as well. You can stay in one of the amazing lofts for rent or hotels with a rooftop pool. Texas is also known for the delicious food – beautifully chargrilled steaks, juicy hamburgers and of course who does fried food better than Texas? But we’re going down a slightly different path – the biryani path! Everyone loves biryani, so here is a list of the restaurants which serve the best biryani in Houston.
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1. Bawarchi Biryanis
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Posted by Bawarchi Biryanis - Houston on Thursday, July 22, 2021
This place serves some of the best and most authentic biryani, which is made fresh every single day. So you know the food here is going to be packed with flavour and always fresh! This restaurant has a lot of dishes on the menu, from curries to kebabs, from pre-packed tiffins to biryani. But the most recommended biryani dishes here are the Ulavacharu Chicken Dum Biryani and the Avakai Goat Dum Biryani – both of which are gluten free by the way.
Bawarchi Biryanis
Address: : 2922 Hillcroft St, Houston, TX 77057, USA
Website: Bawarchi Biryanis
Opening hours: Fri - Sat: 11am – 10:30pm; Sun - Thu: 11am - 10pm
2. Biryani Pot
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
HomeStyle Vegetarian Thali... Mother’s day special
Posted by Biryani Pot on Saturday, May 12, 2018
This is a specialised Hyderabadi Indian chain, which means the Hyderabadi biryani here is finger licking and delicious. Biryanis in India are made differently depending on the region, and Hyderabadi is definitely one of the best biryanis in the world. If you like mutton, then you’re going to fall in love with the mutton biryani served here! It’s served with a side gravy called salan, and that is outstanding. With many chains across the US, this place serves some really delicious and authentic food. Definitely the best Hyderabadi best biryani in Houston!
Biryani Pot
Address: 6509 Westheimer Rd B, Houston, TX 77057, USA
Website: Biryani Pot
Opening hours: Mon – Fri: 11am – 2:30pm, 5:30pm – 10pm; Sat: 11:30am – 10:30pm; Sun: 11:30am - 10pm
3. Mezban
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Balti aloo & Hakka sabzee & garlic shrimp …where are the paratas
Posted by Mezban Restaurant & Caterers on Saturday, July 3, 2021
This is the place to go for Indian and Pakistani style authentic cooking - everything here is served fresh, hot and delicious. The overall vibe of the place is comfortable and casual and its a great family restaurant. The service is good and the food is reasonably priced, which makes it all the better. The goat biryani here is the best thing on the menu, followed by the local favourite Haleemv – both of which you have to try. Also, the kheer here is really good so try that for dessert. Actually, anything that you order here is going to be really tasty, so order to your heart’s content!
Mezban
Address: 2281, 6655 Harwin Dr #108, Houston, TX 77036, United States
Website: Mezban
Opening hours: 11am - 10pm (daily)
4. Tandoori Hut Indian Restaurant
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
We are happy to inform you that we are re-starting buffet from today. We are open for the business during normal...
Posted by Tandoorish - Indian Cuisine Restaurant on Tuesday, June 23, 2020
This Indian restaurant is famously known for it’s all you can eat lunch buffet which serves some really delicious and traditional Indian food. There are plenty of options in the lunch buffet – vegetarian, chicken, meat and seafood. If you decide to order al la carte, make sure to try the chicken, meat or shrimp biryani. Also, the chicken tikka masala is one of the best things here, so make sure you order that! So whenever you’re in Houston and you’re really hungry, this is the place to go.
Tandoori Hut Indian Restaurant
Address: 9135 West Sam Houston Pkwy N #400, Houston, TX 77064, USA
Website: Tandoori Hut Indian Restaurant
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 11am – 2:30pm, 5:30pm – 10pm (closed on Mon)
5. Kiran's Restaurant & Bar
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
This is a rather upscale eatery which serves Indian fusion food – basically a base of Indian food with a little fusion from other cultures and cuisines. This restaurant has a great taster menu, so if you’re in the mood to try a lot of interesting food in small quantities, then this is the place to eat. You must try the chicken tikka masala and the buna ghost, as well as the delicious biryani. This place has the widest variety and best biryani in Houston. And, the cocktails here are good too. Ps, I’d recommend making reservations.
Kiran's Restaurant & Bar
Address: 2925 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77098, USA
Website: Kiran’s Restaurant & Bar
Opening hours: 11am - 2pm, 5pm – 10pm (daily)
6. Biryani Factory
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Posted by Biryani Factory on Thursday, February 9, 2017
This casual restaurant might look like its nothing fancy, but the food here is better than you can even imagine. This restaurant specialises in homey and traditional Indian food like biryanis, kebabs, curries and some other Indian favourites. The Chicken 65 and the butter chicken here is highly recommended – like pretty much the best Indian chicken dishes in Houston. This place serves some really authentic and tasty Hyderabadi food, so of course, the chicken and goat Hyderabadi biryani are the best you’ll ever have. Opt for their thalis – that way you’ll get to taste a little bit of everything.
Biryani Factory
Address: 5711 Hillcroft Ave b4, Houston, TX 77036, USA
Website: Biryani Factory
Opening hours: 11:30am - 10pm (daily)
7. Himalaya Restaurant
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Posted by Himalaya Restaurant & Catering on Tuesday, July 27, 2021
So, this place works on a BYOB format which means you can bring your own booze to go along with their delicious food. This restaurant serves authentic Indian and Pakistani food, which means the best of both worlds! The mutton biryani here is undoubtedly the best, followed by the goat masala curry. If you’d prefer a chicken dish, opt for the green Hyderabadi kebabs – they melt in your mouth! This place also has the best curry lentils in town, so its a great place for vegetarians and vegans too!
Himalaya Restaurant
Address: 6652 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
Website: Himalaya Restaurant
Opening hours: Tue – Thu: 11:30am – 10pm; Fri – Sun: 11:30am – 11pm (closed on Mon)
8. Biryani N Grill
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Traditional Lamb Biriyani is . Enjoying a lovely afternoon with some delicious lamb biriyani from...
Posted by BNG - BiryaniNGrill on Saturday, June 5, 2021
The decor of this restaurant is very modern and sleek, so you’ll actually enjoy going out for a meal here. The food here is traditionally Indian, very tasty and totally authentic. One of the best things here is the garlic naan, so make sure to order that with whatever curries or kebabs you want to eat. The chicken biryani is without a doubt the best biryani in Houston, because it is so tender and so flavourful! The food might be a tad spicy, so let your server know your spice tolerance beforehand.
Biryani N Grill
Address: 1801 S Dairy Ashford Rd, Houston, TX 77077, USA
Website: Biryani N Grill
Opening hours: Mon – Thu: 11am – 2:30pm, 5pm – 10pm; Fri – Sat: 11am – 2:30pm, 5pm – 10:30pm; Sun: 11am – 2:30pm, 5pm - 9:30pm
9. Aga's Restaurant & Catering
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
This halal restaurant serves some really interesting and delicious food. Also, if you’re looking for a restaurant which can cater Indian food in Houston, then this is the one that you should choose. One of the most interesting things on their menu is the bullet naan – butter naan with cilantro and jalapenos! This place also serves some really tasty kathi rolls and kebab stuffed wraps. The goat and chicken biryani here is the traditional Pakistani biryani, so it is definitely worth the try.
Aga's Restaurant & Catering
Address: 11842 Wilcrest Dr, Houston, TX 77031, USA
Website: Aga’s Restaurant & Catering
Opening hours: Sun – Thu: 11am – 10:15pm; Fri – Sat: 11am – 10:45pm
10. Indika
Editor’s note: establishment is permanently closed
One of the fanciest Indian restaurants in Houston, this new age restaurant is modern and chic. With high ceilings, an open and airy vibe and minimalistic decor, this place is very inviting. This restaurant serves some really interesting fusion Indian food like saffron scallops and akuri with green onion masala. The biryani here is also really good, but it is more traditional than fusion food. And, the pancakes served at this restaurant are delicious, so don’t forget to save a place for dessert!
Indika
Address: 516 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006, USA
Website: Indika
Opening hours: Tue – Thu: 5pm - 9:30pm, Fri – Sat: 5pm – 10pm; Sun: 5pm – 9pm (closed on Mon)
Enjoy some delicious biryani in Texas
Visiting Houston? Tired of eating the same steaks and burgers every day? Check out these spots which serve the best biryani in Houston to give your taste buds a happy change. After all, nothing is going to make your taste buds happier than a mouthful of aromatic and delicious biryani. While you’re here, be sure to check out some brunch places and late-night eats as well!
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