Category: Restaurant Reviews


Jul
2016

N Grill (Hyderabad, India) $$$ 17/20

categories: Eating Out, International, Restaurant Reviews

Dear Friends,

Here is the first of the two restaurants I will review in Hyderabad. N Grill is a very popular spot in Hyderabad, apparently! It was founded by two actors whose names I can’t remember at the moment, but I am assured by the locals that they are *really, really* popular!

The ambience is very posh and the décor is classy. The food is eclectic – you’ll find Indian, Western, and a mix of the two. The staff are also well-versed in food allergy accommodation, so it was easy to order here.

I had a delicious but simple meal – just the way I like my food – with some raw and some cooked veggies.

Grilled veggie platter at N-Grill! Potato salad, grilled veggies, and even more grilled veggies. Right at the top was some tandoori paneer and some Chinese-style spinach stir-fry with garlic. Yummy!
Grilled veggie platter at N-Grill! Potato salad, grilled veggies, and even more grilled veggies. Right at the top was some tandoori paneer and some Chinese-style spinach stir-fry with garlic. Yummy!

The only downside is that the place is a little pricey. But the food is great and there is wonderful local wine! Definitely worth a stop in!

N Grill

Website: https://www.zomato.com/hyderabad/n-grill-jubilee-hills

  • Allergy-friendly: ****
  • Taste: ****
  • Atmosphere: Fancy pants ****
  • Service: *****
  • Cost: $$$ Dishes range from Rs 700 – Rs 1000 for entrees

Peace,

Daisy


May
2016

Bijan (Bukit Bintang) $$$ 17/20

categories: Eating Out, Restaurant Reviews

Hello Friends and Health Food Enthusiasts,

Greetings from Hyderabad! I will be posting on my gastronomic adventures here in India soon, but before that, let me quickly post on an old favourite: Bijan. As far as fine Malay dining goes, this place is probably the best! An added bonus is that they are allergy-conscious as well – they cater to an expatriate and tourist crowd.

Let’s start with this: the food is intricate, spicy and delicious! You’ll find all your typical labour-intense Malay dishes: rendang, otak-otak, ayam panggang, nasi lemak.

Most dishes are gluten-free, and the waitstaff are generally well-informed about allergies. They also go to great lengths to modify recipes for you!

On a cool night, it is beautiful to sit outside in the candlelight, sip a fresh coconut, and enjoy some local delicacies!

From left to right: grilled prawns, pucuk paku (ferns) with garlic, nasi lemak, and (above) mango kerabu salad. My absolute favourites! What's missing from the picture is the fresh coconut!
From left to right: grilled prawns, pucuk paku (ferns) with garlic, nasi lemak, and (above) mango kerabu salad. My absolute favourites! What’s missing from the picture is the fresh coconut!

Bijan

Website: http://www.bijanrestaurant.com/index.html

  • Allergy friendly: ****
  • Taste: *****
  • Atmosphere: Calm, peaceful, quiet ****
  • Service: ****
  • Cost: $$$ Dishes range from RM30+ to RM100+ for entrees

Peace,

Daisy