Biryani Boys
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Discover Biryani Boys, a relaxed restaurant on Dundee St offering a welcoming atmosphere and a mid-range dining experience.
159 Dundee St, Edinburgh EH11 1BY, United Kingdom
Biryani Boys
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Overview
Biryani Boys is a vibrant restaurant located on Dundee Street in Edinburgh, known for its aromatic and flavorful biryanis alongside a diverse menu featuring curries, starters, and unique clay-grilled dishes. This casual dining spot offers a welcoming atmosphere with thoughtful inclusivity, making it a favorite for locals and visitors seeking a quick bite or a relaxed meal.
Open daily from late morning into the evening, it caters to a variety of dining preferences including takeout, delivery, and dine-in services. With a solid rating of 4.4 across numerous reviews, Biryani Boys provides a delightful taste of South Asian cuisine within a family-friendly and LGBTQ+ welcoming environment.
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Local favorites
Visitors flock to Biryani Boys for its authentic, hearty biryani and a warm, casual atmosphere perfect for all kinds of diners.
Boasting a 4.4-star rating from over 130 reviews, the biryani here is praised for rich spices and tender meats.
Enjoy dine-in, takeout, curbside pickup, or no-contact delivery for added convenience.
Features include wheelchair access, changing tables, a kids' menu, and a welcoming LGBTQ+ safe space.
Perfect for a quick bite or longer meals, with visit durations ranging from 30 minutes up to 4 hours.
Delicious meals priced between £10 and £20 offer great value without compromising on quality.
The relaxed setting is ideal for solo diners, families, and groups enjoying lunch or dinner alike.
Stay connected with free Wi-Fi and make use of gender-neutral restrooms for added comfort.
Multiple free and paid parking choices including a free parking lot and valet service make access easy.
Experience
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Known for its hearty biryanis and richly spiced dishes, this location offers flexibility with multiple service options and an inviting casual setting suitable for quick bites or long, leisurely meals. — FoodPlacee editorial note
Ideal for a quick yet satisfying lunch, the menu’s mini biryani options and flavorful curries provide comfort during a busy day, with swift counter service and takeout available.
Open until late, Biryani Boys serves dinner in a relaxed atmosphere that accommodates families, solo diners, and groups looking to enjoy classic South Asian flavors without formalities.
With multiple contactless delivery and curbside pickup options, it’s easy to enjoy signature dishes such as the Paneer 65 Biryani or Chicken Tikka roll from the comfort of home.
The welcoming environment includes amenities like a kids’ menu and changing tables, alongside accessible facilities, making it suitable for families with children.
The establishment creates a respectful and safe atmosphere, supporting diversity and ensuring everyone feels comfortable while enjoying a casual meal.
Convenient parking options, including free street parking, paired with a dog-friendly policy that welcomes pets both inside and outside, cater to a wide range of visitors.
Guest sentiment
A snapshot of what local diners frequently mention about this location.
"Pretty good, no complaints. Delivery service was great and the meals were pretty good portions but I’ve had better biryanis with the amount of competition in Edinburgh. Still great flavour but a little overpowered by the caramelised onions for my liking. I had the mini chicken biryani and lamb biryani, both very similar but both a bit shy on the meat quantity, again in comparison to the same dish and price to other restaurants. Lamb was lovely and tender but just not much of it unfortunately"
"I tried chicken biryani and it was very delicious. Liked the taste. And customer service was brilliant. Love to come again."
"I ordered a mini paneer 65 biryani for take away. The portion was very generous for £5.99. The paneer wasn’t soft but the flavors were great, the order was ready in 10-15 mins. The only thing I didn’t like was that they don’t give raita with biryani, its extra. However the guy at the desk gave me one for free which was nice. I will order again!"
"They are busy but I don't mind waiting for good food, so respect that. Picked up two orders, friends ate their stuff in the car, and I waited to bring it home. I ordered chicken biryani and malai boti with a naan. Biryani and boti both authentic taste, so 5 stars. One recommendation, though, is to use chicken thigh for malai boti. It would be much more softer/malai. Order of my friends. They ate biryani, but as soon as they took the first bite of your chicken seekh kebabs, we stopped the car and found a home for them (Bin it) Lesson to be learnt here, your expertise is biryani, so focus on that. there is no need to expand menu without expertise. Loog galan kadan gaye(some punjabi) Customer services 5 star. Good luck, guys, and remember above!"
"The vegetarian biryani was aromatic and filling, the egg masala curry was rich and hearty, and the paneer roll was soft and packed with flavour. Great veggie-friendly menu, and everything arrived hot and fresh. Will definitely order again!"
"Amazing biryani . Enjoy Chicken Tikka and Paneer desk wrap is very juicey ."
"OMG OMG OMG... I just can't believe it that I had the best biryani in town!!! It's just insane that I found this place... It's the closest and undoubtedly the best biryani I've had in Edinburgh until now... You can ask the chef to modify the spice level, and it's the best I can ask for... I just can't find more words to express the taste... And even though it's just a take away, the staff is really friendly... I would recommend this place for sure, and at any cost try to have biryani from here atleast if you come to Edinburgh... Sorry that I couldn't take the picture if the biryani I had, as I finished it as soon as I opened it... It was that aromatic..."
"Literally never ordered something I didn't like from here, the food is AMAZING! This time I got the lamb biryani and the peri peri paneer, both were absolutely delicious, I always order for delivery and the food is always hot and fresh, I'm never disappointed. Would be 5 stars but the delivery driver was absolutely clueless, he called me and I had to give him step by step instructions on how to get to my house and he still couldn't quite figure it out until we looked for him. All in all this is my favourite Indian takeaway and the Indian Chinese fusion dishes are so fun and tasty !"
Visit info
Weekly hours below — always confirm with the business before holidays or special events.
| Monday | 11:55 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:55 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:55 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:55 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:55 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:55 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:55 AM - 11:00 PM |
Open daily from late morning until late night, this restaurant suits various dining occasions and schedules.
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