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Biryani restaurant in San Jose, California
What should I order at Ustaad's Biryani?
What to order
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Ghee Roast Mutton Biryani
Highly praised multiple times for its rich, smoky, and bold flavor. The ghee roast adds a silky texture and depth without overpowering the spices. The mutton is tender and perfectly cooked, creating a unique and authentic taste that's described as a gourmet twist on traditional biryani.
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Mutton Dum Biryani
Recommended for its authentic dum biryani taste with fresh goat meat that is succulent and well-spiced. The aroma of cloves and cardamom adds to the sensory experience. The accompanying salan and raita are thin as expected, and there's an option for double masala for those who prefer spicier food.
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Paneer 65 Biryani
Noted for being incredibly flavorful and generous in paneer and curry portions, making it a worthwhile and satisfying choice. The biryani is well-spiced and appreciated by vegetarians.
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Chicken 65 Biryani
Mentioned as packed with flavor and not disappointing, this biryani is a solid option for chicken lovers looking for a taste-packed dish.
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Kaju Biryani / Ghee Roast Kaju Biryani
Recommended for its delightful flavor with a rich aroma of ghee blended with bold spices. The roasted cashews add a crunchy, nutty texture, enhancing the overall eating experience.
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Special Chicken Biryani (Boneless)
Praised for being tender, boneless, and flavorful with rich, layered biryani rice. It offers convenience with no bones and delivers pure, satisfying taste.
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Ghee Roast Biryani with Paneer-Keema Mix
Highly recommended for the genius combination of paneer and keema, which creates a heavenly, perfectly spiced, and comforting flavor profile. The ghee roast enhances without overpowering the dish.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 1 AM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 1 AM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
About Ustaad's Biryani
Ustaad's Biryani is a biryani restaurant in San Jose, California, known for Hyderabadi-style dum biryani and related rice dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the authentic Hyderabadi flavor, the spice balance, and the soft meat, especially in mutton dum biryani and ghee roast mutton biryani. The menu also gets strong mentions for paneer 65 biryani, Chicken 65 biryani, and ghee roast kaju biryani. It is a casual place that works well for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, with takeout, delivery, and dine-in available.
Amenities
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Offerings
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Ustaad's Biryani known for?
It is best known for authentic Hyderabadi dum biryani, especially the mutton dum biryani and ghee roast mutton biryani. Reviewers say the rice is flavorful, the meat is very soft, and the spice levels feel true to traditional Hyderabadi style.
What dishes are most recommended at Ustaad's Biryani?
The most frequently recommended items are mutton dum biryani, ghee roast mutton biryani, paneer 65 biryani, Chicken 65 biryani, and ghee roast kaju biryani. Reviews also mention goat dum biryani and gongura kofta biryani as standout orders, with several people calling the biryani rich, bold, and consistent.
What is the atmosphere like at Ustaad's Biryani?
The atmosphere is casual, and one reviewer noted it feels more like a commercial kitchen or pickup spot than a sit-down restaurant. It suits people ordering takeout or delivery, and the listed amenities also support groups and dine-in if you want to eat on site.
Is Ustaad's Biryani good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is $10 to $20, which is generally in the affordable range for biryani. Some reviewers felt the portion size was small for the price, while others said the meat quantity was good, so the value seems strongest when you prioritize flavor and authenticity over large servings.
When should you order the mutton dum biryani?
The mutton dum biryani is available only Friday through Sunday, and reviewers specifically call it a weekend special worth planning around. People also mention getting double masala if you want more heat, and several note that the salan and raita come on the thinner side in the traditional style.
Is parking available at Ustaad's Biryani?
Yes. Free parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Ustaad's Biryani have vegetarian options?
Yes, Ustaad's Biryani offers vegetarian options.
Is Ustaad's Biryani kid-friendly?
Yes, Ustaad's Biryani is good for kids.
