Haji Nanna Biriyani
About Experience
The Wedding Feast If Haji Biriyani is the king of the everyday Old Dhaka lunch, Nanna Biriyani is the undisputed king of the celebratory feast. Starting out as a modest kitchen back in 1962, Haji Nanna Miya built an absolute culinary empire around one specific, universally beloved dish. Instead of relying on the typical heavily spiced kacchi or mustard-oil-infused tehari, Nanna brings the rich, creamy, and deeply aromatic profile of a traditional Bengali wedding banquet straight to your casual dining table. The Plate The star of the show here isn't beef or mutton—it is chicken. Their signature Shahi Morog Polao features a massive, fall-off-the-bone piece of chicken smothered in a rich, slightly sweet, and nutty white gravy (rezala style). This is buried under a mountain of steaming, intensely fragrant Cheenigura rice. Served alongside a boiled egg, a crisp tikia (meat patty), and a cold glass of their famous sweet labang (a yogurt drink), it is an incredibly decadent and sleep-inducing meal.
Visitor Tips
- •The Original Pilgrimage: While they have successfully expanded with branches all over the city (including Mirpur and Elephant Road), making the trip to the original Becharam Dewri location offers the most authentic, chaotic, and historic vibe.
- •Go Beyond the Chicken: The Morog Polao is the legendary headliner, but do not sleep on their Mutton Kacchi! Added to the menu in more recent years, it has gained a massive, loyal following of its own for its melt-in-the-mouth meat and generous portions.
- •Prepare for a Food Coma: This is not a light, quick snack. The rich gravy and fragrant ghee-soaked rice are notoriously heavy. Plan for a long, lazy afternoon nap immediately after eating.
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