{"id":55304,"date":"2020-01-02T10:16:58","date_gmt":"2020-01-02T02:16:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.grab.com\/my\/?p=55304"},"modified":"2020-11-24T15:21:07","modified_gmt":"2020-11-24T07:21:07","slug":"nasi-briyani-restaurants-in-kl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.grab.com\/my\/ms\/food-blog\/talk-of-the-town\/nasi-briyani-restaurants-in-kl\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 nasi briyani restaurants in KL from the authentic to addictive"},"content":{"rendered":"

Is it nasi briyani, biryani or beriani? Debates and conversations get real deep when it comes to this Malaysian favourite. Said to be a rendition of the native spicy rice dishes of India and the Persian pilaf, this delicious rice dish is prepared with an array of complex spices, long-grain basmati rice, and tender meat or vegetables. The rich and distinctive taste of nasi briyani comes from a well-executed, two-step cooking process, during which the rice and meat are cooked separately. Then, the elements are brought together through dum cooking (a slow, low-fire roasting method) that brings out the meat\u2019s juices and releases more natural aromas \u2014 melding with the unmistakable flavours of saffron, cardamom, cinnamon and cumin. The best way to dig in to a piping hot plate of nasi briyani? Loaded spoonfuls of rice and meat, paired with a simple achar of pickled vegetables or a cold raita. Here\u2019s where to get your fix.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Beriani Asif<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

\"Best<\/a><\/p>\n

Beriani Asif sure takes its nasi briyani seriously \u2014 with 10 variations available including Keema Beriani (minced meat), Kofta Beriani (meatballs) and Dory Fish Beriani, this place is ideal for adventurous foodies. The fluffy long, golden grains of rice go extremely well with the leaner \u2014 but not gamey \u2014 chunks of venison, and might just be our new favourite for future briyani visits. If you\u2019re feasting with a group of friends, Beriani Asif has a wide range of curry dishes made for sharing. The Lamb Bhuna, a thick and dry curry prepared with the bhuna style of cooking in high temperatures, and Chicken Handi, an aromatic curry dish cooked in a special claypot called a handi and prepared Bengali style, will leave you incredibly satisfied.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pricing<\/b>: from RM20 for a briyani meal with drinks<\/span>
\n<\/span>Phone number:<\/b> 012-249 8764
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b> Monday, Wednesday\u2013Thursday: 11.30am\u201310pm; Tuesday, Friday\u2013Sunday: 11am\u201310pm<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tasty Chapathi<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

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Tasty Chapathi was born almost a decade ago, serving North Indian cuisine with a fresh twist. Years on, this humble eatery has since expanded to share a love for good food with the neighbourhoods of Petaling Jaya, Damansara Heights and downtown KL. The owners of Tasty Chapathi take a lot of pride in every element of the restaurant, from the chefs who prepare the food, to each ingredient that goes into your plate. Chefs here mostly hail from the culinary city of Dehradun in India, mutton is sourced from New Zealand, and the paneer (cottage cheese) is made in-house. Start with a plain briyani and work your way through the plethora of curries and grills. Tip: if you\u2019re <\/span>vegetarian<\/span><\/a>, the sizzling Tava Masala is intoxicating, with cauliflower, house-made paneer cubes, brinjal and beans.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pricing<\/b>: from RM30 for a meal<\/span>
\n<\/span>Phone number:<\/b> 03-2011 3608
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b> Monday\u2013Sunday: 11am\u201311pm<\/span><\/p>\n

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Restoran Mahbub<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

\"Best<\/a><\/p>\n

When you mention nasi briyani in KL, Restoran Mahbub\u2019s memorable Briyani Ayam Madu comes to mind. And for good reason. The Bangsar institution has been making its mark with this speciality since the mid-1970s (it\u2019s also plastered across its signage \u2014 you get the idea), so you can\u2019t possibly miss out if you\u2019re a briyani fan. This messy dish certainly packs a punch: honey chicken that\u2019s crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, drenched in copious amounts of sweet sauce, served with flavourful briyani and sides of basic dhal and a slightly sour carrot-and-cucumber achar. The secret to achieving maximum indulgence here is to have this with a mango or salt lassi, which helps to wash all the richness down. Now you\u2019re ready for your next briyani stop.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pricing<\/b>: from RM15 for a meal<\/span>
\n<\/span>Phone number:<\/b> 03-2095 5382
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b> Monday\u2013Sunday: 7am\u20132am<\/span><\/p>\n

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Legend\u2019s Claypot Briyani<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

\"Best<\/a><\/p>\n

You\u2019ve had claypot chicken rice, but have you tried nasi briyani in a claypot? Kudos to Legend\u2019s Claypot Briyani for coming up with this brilliant idea. With 11 flavours as well as vegetarian-meat renditions to choose from, Legend\u2019s long-standing crowd favourite is essentially long-grain basmati rice, cooked in a claypot with fresh vegetables and a special blend of masala spices. Sizzling and served topped with a hard-boiled egg (in the non-vegetarian flavours), it\u2019s hard to resist the heady aroma that wafts through the air. Our favourite part about this treat? Like any other claypot dish, the crispy rice bits at the bottom of the pot add a great crunch to every bite. For those who prefer briyani the classic way, there\u2019s also the Briyani Rice Set, complete with the original briyani, kurma curry and two separate vegetable sides. Jom makan!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>Pricing<\/b>: from RM20 for a meal<\/span>
\n<\/span>Phone number:<\/b> 03-2272 4149
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b> Monday, Wednesday\u2013Sunday: 11am\u201310pm; Tuesday: 11am\u20134pm<\/span><\/p>\n

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Nasi Vanggey<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

\"Best<\/a><\/p>\n

Nasi Vanggey first began as a small stall in Ipoh in 1955, but its popularity has grown so rapidly that some fans have nicknamed Nasi Vanggey \u201cnasi ganja\u201d \u2014 a term that describes how addictive its signature dish is. While the eponymous nasi vanggey (which features white rice, mixed vegetables and kuah campur) may be the expected go-to dish when you visit this spot, Nasi Briyani Ayam Vanggey is the less-known but in our opinion, more flavourful, cousin. The fuss-free presentation of a whole chicken leg, freshened up with achar jelatah and married with a fragrant briyani satisfies all your briyani cravings.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pricing<\/b>: from RM20 for a meal<\/span>
\n<\/span>Phone number:<\/b> 03-7731 4217
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b> 24 hours<\/span><\/p>\n

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