This name reeks of home. It spells home in a distant land. Moti Mahal is a popular chain in the north, and are trying to make a mark now in the south. The place is all too familiar in terms of food and feel, and when the chance came, I gladly accepted their invitation for a tasting session last Sunday.
I am not going to dilly-dally about the ambience and location, but go straight to the food that warmed the heart.
The first one to be placed on the table was the classic trio of vinegar onions, pickles and green chutney. The sight of those pink, little onions is a rarity in Hyderabad, and something that is not usually served. Thus, this combination was the prologue to the meal that was about to be.
• Veg Manchow Soup 🍵 - I am not a soup person, but this one I completed without any complaints. The crispy noodles at the top gave a crunch to the liquid.
• Dahi Ke Kebab - The kababs were presented as cut pieces of a long roll, as opposed to the commonly seen diskette shape. But the flavour was so there!
• Paneer Tikka Shashlik 🍢 - The taste was a balance of the spices and the grill's charring. With the green chutney, it was delectable.
•Daal Makhni - One of the few places that gets this delicacy right. It was of proper consistency, and the type that strikes a balance between the sweetness and savoury flavour. Also, this place is sane enough to hand out bowls for to serve the Daal, unlike others where you have to explicitly ask for one.
•Paneer Birbali 👑 - The wowser of the day, this dish is their in-house speciality. The paneer pieces sandwich a dry-fruit mixture, and are put in an unorthodox gravy. You can't help but keep going back for more. MUST TRY!
•Malai Kofta 🥔 - As was expected, it was on the sweeter side, with a rich and creamy gravy. If you're a fan of the dish, you won't be disappointed.
•Bread Basket 🍞🥖 - Our basket consisted of an assortment of breads including Garlic Naan, Stuffed Kulcha, Lachha Parantha, Missi Roti. My personal picks out of the lot would be missing roti and Kulcha.
•Gulab Jamun - The meal ended on a lovely note with this dessert. Their usual serving size is of 2 piece per dish, and the size of the ball isn't too big. Served in goblet type cups, they looked and tasted elegant.
All in all, the luncheon was a hearty one, at a place that is suited for a good time with family and friends, both. They know their cuisine, and do it up well. The waiting staff is courteous and is on their toes at all times. The prices aren't atrocious either, and the place is located at a convenient spot near Nissan, Gachibowli. Bonus: Ample parking space.
They have doled out a reasonably priced buffet as well. For sure, this is a spot to fulfill your North-Indian food cravings.
P.S.: They have Chinese food as well!
I am not going to dilly-dally about the ambience and location, but go straight to the food that warmed the heart.
The first one to be placed on the table was the classic trio of vinegar onions, pickles and green chutney. The sight of those pink, little onions is a rarity in Hyderabad, and something that is not usually served. Thus, this combination was the prologue to the meal that was about to be.
• Veg Manchow Soup 🍵 - I am not a soup person, but this one I completed without any complaints. The crispy noodles at the top gave a crunch to the liquid.
• Dahi Ke Kebab - The kababs were presented as cut pieces of a long roll, as opposed to the commonly seen diskette shape. But the flavour was so there!
• Paneer Tikka Shashlik 🍢 - The taste was a balance of the spices and the grill's charring. With the green chutney, it was delectable.
•Daal Makhni - One of the few places that gets this delicacy right. It was of proper consistency, and the type that strikes a balance between the sweetness and savoury flavour. Also, this place is sane enough to hand out bowls for to serve the Daal, unlike others where you have to explicitly ask for one.
•Paneer Birbali 👑 - The wowser of the day, this dish is their in-house speciality. The paneer pieces sandwich a dry-fruit mixture, and are put in an unorthodox gravy. You can't help but keep going back for more. MUST TRY!
•Malai Kofta 🥔 - As was expected, it was on the sweeter side, with a rich and creamy gravy. If you're a fan of the dish, you won't be disappointed.
•Bread Basket 🍞🥖 - Our basket consisted of an assortment of breads including Garlic Naan, Stuffed Kulcha, Lachha Parantha, Missi Roti. My personal picks out of the lot would be missing roti and Kulcha.
•Gulab Jamun - The meal ended on a lovely note with this dessert. Their usual serving size is of 2 piece per dish, and the size of the ball isn't too big. Served in goblet type cups, they looked and tasted elegant.
All in all, the luncheon was a hearty one, at a place that is suited for a good time with family and friends, both. They know their cuisine, and do it up well. The waiting staff is courteous and is on their toes at all times. The prices aren't atrocious either, and the place is located at a convenient spot near Nissan, Gachibowli. Bonus: Ample parking space.
They have doled out a reasonably priced buffet as well. For sure, this is a spot to fulfill your North-Indian food cravings.
P.S.: They have Chinese food as well!
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