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What Is Mandi? Here Are 8 Restaurants Serving Authentic Mandi Food In Hyderabad

Mandi is gaining popularity in this city

by Ankita Mazumdar
What Is Mandi? Here Are 8 Restaurants Serving Authentic Mandi Food In Hyderabad

Hyderabad means enjoying flavourful Nawabi food from an array of popular eateries! Mandi, a traditional meat and rice dish originating from Yemen, is gaining popularity in this city. It is cooked with a bunch of special spices in an underground pit. It is a staple food in the Middle Eastern countries. Hence, the meat used is mainly lamb, camel, chicken, or seafood. The tender and fall-off-the-bone spiced-up meat of Mandi with fragment rice is just a chef’s kiss. Here is a list of restaurants serving authentic Mandi in Hyderabad for you to check out.

Relish Authentic Mandi At These 8 Restaurants In Hyderabad

1. Girlfriend Arabian Mandi

A late-night popular eatery that serves authentic Mandi in Hyderabad? Absolutely, yes! We couldn’t miss this funky named restaurant! You don’t have to have someone’s girlfriend to eat here. Coming to the eatery, you are greeted with a giant camel right outside the entrance. This brings attention to this spot, apart from its name. However, the simple and comfy seating area is perfect for gobbling Prawns Special Mandi, Mutton Sheek Kabab Mandi and Girl Friend Special Mix Mandi.
Where: 1-98/15/8, Ground Floor, Madhapur
Timings: 12 PM – 3 AM
Cost For Two: ₹600

2. Habibo

The Habibi-vibes with blue, gold and white decor is extremely inviting to all the mandi lovers visiting Hyderabad. Have a lavish dinner with your Habibis at Habibo and indulge in delectable options. If you are a seafood lover, go for the Mixed Sea Food Mandi. And if you are a hard-core mutton lover, then definitely order Talawa Mandi, a best-seller here.
Where: 7-1-208/2, Survey 157, Ameerpet
Timings: 11 AM – 11:30 PM
Cost For Two: ₹1500

3. Barkaas

 

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The beautiful carved dome-shaped walls and cushioned seating areas transport you straight to the Middle Eastern countries! This restaurant serving authentic Mandi in Hyderabad boasts about their ‘Big Daddy Mandi’ being the baap of all flavours! A big plate loaded with fragrant rice and a healthy amount of meat served for foodie friends is just mouthwatering. You may enjoy traditional some Pakistani dishes also!
Where: 2nd Floor, PNR Empire, Besides, Kalamandir Ln, Kukatpally
Timings: 12 PM – 11 PM
Cost For Two: ₹1300

4. Mandi@36

 

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For all the cricket enthusiasts, this spot is approved by the legendary Rahul Dravid! He used to visit Mandi@36 back in the day to gorge on yummy and authentic Mandi. The menu is focused on Mandi with Arabian Assorted Special Mandi, Chicken Barbeque Tikka Mandi, Fish Madfoon Mandi, and more. Vegetarian folks, they do have a vegetarian option for y’all!
Where: Jubilee Hills & more
Timings: 12 PM – 11:30 PM
Cost For Two: ₹300

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5. Yum Yum Tree

Want to enjoy Mandi with the city view of Hyderabad? Then, this restaurant is perfect for you. It offers a rooftop seating area and indoor carpeted seating arrangements that exude Arabian vibes. This will surely allure you to try their original Mandi. Picture yourself in Arabian attire, feasting on Mandi, clicking Pinterest-y pictures for your social media and having a memorable dining experience. That is exactly what Yum Yum Tree offers!
Where: Financial District & more
Timings: 12 PM – 1 AM
Cost For Two: ₹950

6. The Joint Al Mandi

This is a delicious Mandi restaurant in Hyderabad that you can’t skip when in the city! The fancy and vibrant decor of this restaurant with Persian carpets, wooden tables and Moroccan lights will transport you to the land of Yemen in a split second. Go for the yummy Juicy Mutton Mandi and Al-Faham Mandi. Also, a delicious serving of complementary soup is a great start to your dining experience!
Where: Madhapur & more
Timings: 12:30 PM – 12:30 AM
Cost For Two: ₹950

7. Aazebo

This is another famous restaurant in Hyderabad serving tasty and authentic Mandi. It was awarded the Nationwide & Hybizz Best Arabian Restaurant for 2022 and 2023!  We suggest you try their amazing and lip-smacking Arabian Mix Mandi. It will touch your heart and soul! Your stomach, tastebuds and heart will be pleased to relish this mouthwatering food item.
Where: Tolichowki & more
Timings: Multiple outlets have different timings
Cost For Two: ₹1200

8. Ice And Spice

Ice, Spice and everything nice! This pocket-friendly and authentic Mandi spot should be on your list when in Hyderabad. Individuals on a low budget can order one plate of Mandi that starts at just ₹210! It has one piece of meat and serves one person unlike the other Mandi options listed above. However, the appetising flavours will leave you wanting more at this 2002-established eatery.
Where: Yousuf Tekri, Toli Chowki
Timings: 11 AM – 12 AM
Cost For Two: ₹350

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Now, you are aware of the best restaurants offering delectable plates of Mandi in Hyderabad! Which spot are you going to visit first?

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