The famous temple town of India, Tirupati, is famous for its Sri Venkateswara Temple. This famous temple sits on the top of the Tirumala Hills, in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. This particular temple is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Hindus, not to mention it is one of the richest temples of the world. With the Eastern Ghats as its backdrop, this city is an irresistible destination for the travelers. Tirupati offers an excellent glimpse into the Hindu culture, religion, and Indian food. It also features amazing accommodations for every traveler’s needs, including the best Oyo rooms and Airbnb vacation rentals. So, while you are staying here you might want to get a proper taste of the culture. In the aspect of taste, no trip to India is complete without a taste of its delicious biryani. The dish, made with flavored rice combined with meats, fish or vegetables in a way defines the very essence of India. Let us take a look at the best spots for biryani in Tirupati, India.
1. Andhra Spice
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Andhra Spice restaurant of Tirupati is a multi-cuisine eatery and is conveniently located near the Central Bus Stand. This restaurant is a part of the hotel that is located at the same venue. Another branch of Andhra Spice restaurant is located in the center of the city. The ambiance of this restaurant is modern, with a comfortable seating arrangement. Their biryani is very popular in this city, especially the Mughlai chicken biryani. The restaurant also serves mouth-watering Chinese dishes. So, along with the awesome biryani, you cannot afford to miss the delicious chili chicken. If you are not a fan of chicken, you can just order their Apollo fish.
Andhra Spice
Address: STV Nagar, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh 517501
Website: Andhra Spice
Opening hours: Fri - Wed: 11am - 10:30pm; Thu: 11am - 8:30pm
2. Chillies
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The famous non-vegetarian restaurant, Chillies, is one of the top restaurants in Tirupati. It is said that your trip won’t be complete without tasting the delicious food that this restaurant has to offer. They have an impressive range of food options to choose from and includes several items from Indian, Chinese and Mughlai cuisines. Their signature dish is biryani. They have lots of varieties of biryanis, from traditional chicken, mutton, fish, prawn to innovative kabab, chicken wings and keema biryani. They assure that their food is healthy, as they are prepared from the fresh and local ingredients. The prices are also affordable so you can have a full meal without burning a hole in your pocket.
Chillies
Address: House No 19, 8-182/A, AIR Bypass Rd, Near TVS Showroom, STV Nagar, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh 517501
Website: Chillies
Opening hours: 12pm - 11pm (daily)
3. Carrots Restaurant
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This multicuisine restaurant of Tirupati is popular for their biryani. Their biryanis come in many varieties like paneer, mushroom, vegetable, chicken, mutton, prawns and dum biryani. Carrots Restaurant is also popular for its fresh bakery items. The place is especially a favorite amongst locals for its variety of pastries, cookies, bread, and biscuits. Other than these items, the restaurant also serves Chinese and tandoori dishes. Their ambiance is cozy and inviting.
Carrots Restaurant
Address: Ground 19-8-180/A AIR Bypass Road, Annamayya Cir, Beside HDFC Bank, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh 517501
Website: Carrots Restaurant
Opening hours: 12pm - 11pm (daily)
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4. Dojin Smart Restaurant
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Dojin Smart Restaurant serves a range of delicious dishes. It is located very close to the railway station and bus stand. The well-maintained restaurant is spacious and clean, offering a chance of having a quiet meal. It mostly serves Indian dishes, one of the most important amongst them is biryani. There are huge varieties of biryani, vegetarian and several non-vegetarian options on the menu. The interior is warm and peaceful, with low blue lights to offer a cozy vibe.
Dojin Smart Restaurant
Address: Near 7-6-232 Mitta Street, Beside Srinivasa Palace Apartment, Theerthakatta Street, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh 517501
Website: Dojin Smart Restaurant
Opening hours: 11am - 3:30pm, 6:30pm - 10:30pm (daily)
5. Tabun An Arabic Restaurant
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This charming restaurant is located close to Mango Market. It is basically a new restaurant which is growing more popular day by day. The restaurant serves a huge variety of Indian, Mughlai, Lebanese and continental dishes. It serves a special type of biryani which is known as mandi, originally from Yemen. Various kinds of mandis are served over here, like paneer and mushroom mandi for vegetarians and chicken, fish and mutton as non-vegetarian options. Patrons can order many other innovative dishes like chicken barbeque mandi, chicken steak mandi, mutton juicy mandi and chicken wings mandi.
Tabun An Arabic Restaurant
Address: Revenue Colony, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh 517501
Website: Tabun An Arabic Restaurant
Opening hours: 11:30am - 10:30pm (daily)
6. Blue Fox
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Blue Fox is located on the ground floor of the Hotel Minerva Grand. The multi-cuisine restaurant offers a choice of continental, Indian, and tandoori items. The upscale decor and ambiance of the eatery attract many customers. Blue Fox serves six varieties of biryanis and the Hydrabhadi murg dum biryani is the most popular.
Blue Fox
Address: Renigunta Rd, Beside Reliance Super Market, Ashok Nagar, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh 517501
Website: Blue Fox
Opening hours: 11am - 11pm (daily)
7. Hotel Dwaraka
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Hotel Dwaraka serves delicious South Indian food, which is the preferred cuisine of Andra Pradesh. It is a very old restaurant and holds a heritage charm. The thali (platter) is very famous here and consists of several delicious items. They serve vegetarian and meat biryanis, which are also one of their trademark dishes. Centrally located, the restaurant is a part of the Hotel Dwaraka chain.
Hotel Dwaraka
Address: 204 Tirupati Road Opp. RTC Bus Station T.P Area, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh 517501
Website: Hotel Dwaraka
Opening hours: 11am - 11:30pm (daily)
8. Arabeiq Restaurant
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Arabeiq Restaurant serves the Yemeni version of biryani called mandi. The delicious combination of rice and meat is often served in a grand quantity and is suitable for more than one person. Apart from its main branch, Arabeiq Restaurant has one branch already in the town and they intend to open more. They also offer some unique biryanis, like Potlam biryani. You can also opt for various combination meals which include various side dishes along with mandi or biryani.
Arabeiq Restaurant
Address: Mangalam near RTO office beside Andhra bank, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh 517501
Website: Arabeiq Restaurant
9. Southern Spice
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Southern Spice is a great place to dine with your family. It is located just beside the By Pass Road of Tirupati and is very well connected with the other parts of the city. The ambiance is modern and chic, very relaxing for a grand meal. It serves both North and South Indian delicacies. The biryanis of this restaurant come in various options, like chicken, mutton, fish, prawn, etc.
Southern Spice
Address: 200 feet By Pass Road Surabhi Gardens, Avilala, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh 517501
Website: Southern Spice
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 7am - 10:30pm; Sun: 7am - 11pm
10. Hyderabad House
Editor’s Note: Establishment is permanently closed.
Hyderabad House claims to take you back to the era of Mughals through its original and authentic food. It is one of the most favored restaurants of the locals as well as visitors to Tirupati. It serves delicious Indian food. The restaurant prepares various versions of biryani. Among the types of biryani, the dum biryani is highly recommended by diners. They also serve kebabs, tikkas, raita, roti as well as a few Chinese dishes.
Hyderabad House
Address: 13-5-531 B1/7AT, Yalamuri Complex, Tuda Office Road, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh 517501
Website: Hyderabad House
Opening hours: 12pm - 3pm, 6pm - 10pm (daily)
The taste of India

One of the best things to do in Tirupati is of, course, to taste their famous biryani, which differs in every part of India. Tirupati is close to Hyderabad, which is famous for its Hyderabadi biryani So, you can expect a great Hyderabadi influence on the food prepared in the city of Tirupati. Although these influences create a difference, the taste of an authentic dish of biryani remains delicious, no matter what!
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