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Mughlai restaurant in Kolkata, West Bengal
What should I order at Royal Indian Restaurant?
What to order
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Kakori Kebab
Repeatedly highlighted as a signature dish that is exceptionally soft and melts in the mouth, with multiple reviewers calling it the best or a must-try.
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Mutton Chaap
Often recommended for its rich flavor and tenderness; reviewers describe it as exceptional, delicious, and one of the standout dishes.
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Shahi Tukda
Frequently mentioned as a dessert worth trying, described as yummy, very delicious, and a strong finish to the meal.
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Galawati Kebab
Praised for its very soft texture and excellent taste, with one review calling it the star of the meal and another recommending it as a must-try starter.
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Mutton Biryani
Specifically praised for soft mutton, good flavor, and strong overall quality; several reviewers singled it out as especially tasty and satisfying.
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Firni
Mentioned positively as a dessert that pairs well with the meal and is generally well liked, though one reviewer found it less impressive than other items.
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Mutton Tikiya
Recommended as a good dish with solid flavor and preparation, appearing in multiple reviews as a worthwhile order.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
About Royal Indian Restaurant
Royal Indian Restaurant is a Mughlai, biryani, and Indian restaurant in Kolkata, West Bengal. Reviewers consistently praise its mutton chaap, biryani, kakori kebab, galawati kebab, and desserts like shahi tukda and firni. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, with a clean, comfortable setting and polite service. It is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and sits in a price range of ₹200 to ₹1,000.
Amenities
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- All you can eat
- Cocktails
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Google Pay
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Frequently asked
What is Royal Indian Restaurant known for?
It is best known for its biryani, especially the mutton biryani and the signature biryani without aloo, along with mutton chaap and kebabs like kakori and galawati. Reviewers repeatedly mention the rich aroma, soft meat, and strong value for biryani lovers.
What dishes are most recommended at Royal Indian Restaurant?
The most recommended items are mutton chaap, kakori kebab, galawati kebab, shahi tukda, and mutton biryani. Reviewers also call out kofti biryani, chicken chaap, and firni, especially for their flavor and the way the kebabs melt in the mouth.
What is the atmosphere like at Royal Indian Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, with a Mughal-style decor, good lighting, and a clean, comfortable dining area. It is a good fit for groups, families, tourists, and solo diners, and reviewers say the staff are polite and well-behaved.
Is Royal Indian Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, many reviewers describe it as value for money, with generous portions of rice, gravy, and meat. The listed price range is ₹200 to ₹1,000, and specific dishes like mutton biryani at ₹270, chicken chaap at ₹240, and firni at ₹70 show that it can work for a relatively affordable meal or a larger order.
Does Royal Indian Restaurant have any signature biryani style or ordering detail to know?
Yes, several reviews note that its signature is biryani without aloo, which is different from the usual Kolkata-style biryani with potato. If you want aloo included, reviewers say you should mention it when ordering, and some also note the biryani is light, dry, and not overly oily.
Is parking available at Royal Indian Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking is available.
Does Royal Indian Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Royal Indian Restaurant offers vegetarian options.
Is Royal Indian Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Royal Indian Restaurant is good for kids.
