Idrees Biryani
इदरीस बिरयानी
A small shop in Chowk, the old city, open since 1968, famous citywide for its wood-fired, slow-cooked Awadhi mutton biryani.
Founded in 1968 by Mohammad Idrees, the shop sits in Chowk, the old city, opposite the Pata Nala police post. The storefront is plain with very few seats, and many locals take their orders away. The signature is Awadhi pukki-style mutton biryani, slow-cooked in a large wood-fired pot; the rice is fluffy and the spicing gentle. Chicken biryani is also served. It often sells out, so go early for lunch. Expect about ₹150–300 per person. The old city lanes are narrow, so an e-rickshaw is the best way to get there.
Opening hours
Approx. 12:00–15:00 and 18:00–20:00 (while stocks last)
Nearby sights
- Tunday Kababi
- Bara Imambara
- Chowk
- Rumi Darwaza
- Husainabad Clock Tower & Picture Gallery
- Chota Imambara
- Satkhanda
- Jama Masjid, Lucknow