Mumbai’s love affair with the subtle saffron rich, slow-cooked spicy biryani has been standing the test of time, be it summer, winter or rains, biryani continues to rule Mumbaikars hearts. With the growing fine dining restaurants and local joints are bringing their own twist to mutton biryani, there’s something for everyone.
Top 10 Places in Mumbai for that perfect Mutton Biryani:
1. Charcoal Eats (Order Online):
Charcoal Eats is a reliable and well-known Biryani outlet consistently serving the best biryani in Mumbai right on your doorstep. They take a contemporary approach to the traditional mutton biryani, crafting it meticulously with attention to detail. It helps to ensure a deliciously satisfying experience, so your mutton biryani dish features tender melt-in-your-mouth succulent mutton pieces that are marinated in a mix of spices including cumin, coriander and an excellent touch of garam masala that infuses a warm, earthy flavour, the marinade also includes yogurt that helps tenderise the meat while adding to it subtle tanginess.
The saffron used in the finest long grained basmati rice gives it a beautiful golden hue and a subtle aroma, that pairs perfectly with the all the savoury spices like cinnamon, cloves and cardamom, infusing the rice and mutton with deep, aromatic flavours as they cook together.
The biryani is garnished with fried onions that adds a fresh touch and a crispy texture, the fresh coriander and mint leaves sprinkled on top, add to the burst of freshness, lightening the richness of the dish. The biryani is well seasoned with spices and deliciously layered, flavourful but not too intense, making it suitable for a wide range of palates and ensuring every bite includes a balanced mix of meat and rice, with a subtle smokiness that elevates its aromatic appeal and is the signature style of Charcoal Eats.
They offer home delivery, ensuring that you can enjoy a good biryani at home without the hassle of dining out.
Pricing: 500 ₹ for 2
2. ITC Maratha (Peshwa Pavilion):
For a luxurious take on traditional mutton biryani ITC Maratha, is a known choice, especially through its restaurant Peshwa Pavilion. The biryani they serve here is crafted with great ingredients, the finest basmati rice grains and tender, slow-cooked mutton that melts in your mouth. Your biryani is meticulously spiced, balancing richness with subtlety, all ensuring that each bite is flavourful without being too overwhelming and the saffron-infused rice adds that wow aromatic depth.
The mutton is marinated and cooked to absolute perfection resulting in a dish that’s both fragrant and deeply satisfying. The biryani is served with a side of raita and salan elevating the overall flavour profile.
And well the experience of dining here is enhanced by the ambience and their service, making it a premium experience for biryani lovers.
Prices: 5000₹ for 2
3. Jaffer Bhai's Delhi Darbar (Grant Road)
Jaffer Bhai’s Delhi Darbar is synonymous with biryani in Mumbai. They have been serving up some of the city’s most celebrated biryanis since 1973. Their mutton biryani is robust, with a spicy kick and tender, juicy mutton that’s marinated and cooked to perfection in a complex blend of spices and served in a clay pot which retains the heat and encloses all the flavours. The biryani comes accompanied by raita and a very spicy salan that complements the richness of the dish.
Pricing : 600₹ for 2
4. Kasbah Grand (Andheri- west)
Kasbah Grand assures a sophisticated dining experience with a menu that blends traditional flavours with a modern touch. The mutton biryani here is rich, aromatic and layered with fragrant basmati rice that is infused with a delicate balance of spices and a hint of saffron adding both colour and a subtle sweetness to the dish.
The mutton is marinated well and the slow-cooking process locks in all the moisture to enhance the depth of flavours and is typically served with a side of raita and a spicy salan.
The biryani at Kasbah Grand is presented with so much flair that it matches the restaurant's upscale atmosphere making it a premium offering in Mumbai's biryani scene.
Pricing : 2000₹ for 2
5. Lucky Restaurant (Bandra West)
Lucky Restaurant has since long been the iconic eatery in Bandra with a rich history spanning several decades and their mutton biryani is a perfect example of what makes traditional Mumbai-style biryani so much loved.
The Mutton biryani dish is a harmonious blend of tender mutton and aromatic basmati rice that is layered with a balanced mix of spices like cloves, cardamom and bay leaves. The biryani here is cooked using the dum method making the mutton tender and juicy by absorbing the spices well, while the rice remains fluffy and fragrant. It's been a go-to spot for many Mumbaikars for decades. The restaurant's nostalgic ambiance adds to the overall experience each time making it more than just a meal.
Pricing : 1200 INR for 2
6. Persian Darbar (Byculla)
Persian Darbar is known to excel in offering a royal dining experience.Their mutton biryani is served in a large portion which is perfect for sharing. The biryani here is cooked with a generous amount of ghee, giving it a rich indulgent flavour. The mutton is marinated in traditional spices and yogurt, ensuring that it’s flavourful and tender. Each grain of the rice is infused with the flavours of saffron, cardamom and bay leaves and is beautifully garnished with saffron strands and fried onions.The quality of mutton and portion sizes are generous, ensuring that you get your money’s worth
Pricing : 1800₹ for 2
7. Delhi Zaika (Kurla)
Delhi Zaika is quite a popular spot for Mughlai and North Indian cuisine and their mutton biryani, a standout dish.The biryani here is aromatic and full of complex flavours, having their mutton marinated in a special blend of spices that includes cardamom, cinnamon and cloves. The meat is tender and juicy cooked with the rice infused with saffron and other spices creating a beautifully balanced dish. The biryani is served with a side of raita and totally complements the rich and spicy flavours of biryani. The consistency in depth of flavours in Delhi Zaika’s mutton biryani makes it a favourite among those who appreciate a well-crafted biryani.
Pricing: 700 ₹ for 2
8. Shree Datta Biryani (Kurla)
Shree Datta Biryani is what you call, a hidden gem in Kurla, attracting foodies who seek a less greasy and more subtle biryani experience. The mutton biryani here is cooked with a focus on highlighting the natural flavours of the mutton and rice, rather than overwhelming with heavy spices.
The biryani rice and mutton is lightly spiced and cooked to perfection, ensuring a pleasant texture with a garnish of fresh coriander and a sprinkling of fried onions, adding a light crunch and a burst of freshness. The balance of spices and the focus on the quality of the ingredients make it stand out.
Pricing: 600 ₹ for 2
9. Bagdadi (Colaba)
Bagdadi is what you call an old-school eatery in Colaba which is known for its straightforward and unpretentious approach to food. Their mutton biryani being no different – it’s a simple, no-frills dish that focuses right on the essentials.
The rice is well cooked and seasoned and mutton is cooked until it’s soft and flavourful, with the spices adding just the right amount of heat and aroma. It’s garnished with fried onions for an added crunch. Bagdadi’s biryani is perfect and straightforward, it lets the quality of the ingredients shine through without heavy spices, complex preparations or any other unnecessary embellishments.
Pricing : 400₹ for 2
10. Café Noorani (Tardeo)
Café Noorani is a well-established restaurant in Tardeo that offers a range of Mughlai dishes and their mutton biryani is a classic example of a well-executed Mughlai biryani. The biryani is aromatic, with the rice being perfectly cooked and infused with spices like cardamom, cloves and saffron, their mutton is tender and flavourful being marinated in a mix of yogurt and spices before being cooked with the rice.
The biryani is garnished with fresh coriander and fried onions that adds a burst of freshness and crunch and is served with a side of raita and a spicy gravy, totally enhancing the overall flavour profile. Café Noorani’s biryani is consistently good and a satisfying Mughlai meal in Mumbai.
Pricing: 1600 ₹ for 2
Final Thoughts
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So, if you are craving for that perfect mutton biryani and searching for the best mutton biryani in Mumbai near me....simply order online at Charcoal Eats to have the majestic deliciousness of rich delectably layered biryani with exquisite blend of tender, succulent mutton pieces and aromatic spices and their signature charcoal smoked aroma making you drool and fall in love again!
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