The entire city of Hyderabad is decked up for the Holy month of Ramzan. This month dedicated to fasting and feasting brings with it some of the most scrumptious foods – topping the list with Haleem – the beloved dish that Hyderabadis await to gorge on this time of the year. Even though a lot of hotels now serve it around the year, but the zaika of this Hyderabadi dish can be felt only during this special month. Topped with fried onions, mind and several other versions that each hotel has given its own twist, there is no beating Hyderabad’s love for Haleem and biryani. Catering to all those Haleem lovers, we’ve made a list of the top places that are famous around the city – for you to try and indulge your tastebuds. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your forks, spoons, and napkins and dig in! Here’s an assortment of some of the choicest joints
Text: ANAHITA AHUJA
Picture credits: MOHD ZUBAIR ALI
Pista House has put Haleem on the world map and if that wasn’t enough, you can even find it on almost every chowk in Hyderabad. Popular in equal measure for its Biriyani as well, the Haleem this House prepares is sent cross-nation and abroad. With extensive media coverage and customer-friendly retail, this shop is a foodie’s paradise. Keep an eye open for their guys in fluorescent t-shirts, wave out and you shall have a Pista House Haleem in your hand.
Address: Shop 20, 4-140, Shalibanda Road, Charminar, Hyderabad, and 10 more locations
