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The aromatic combination of cardamom and coals burning is the first thing you notice when you walk around this restaurant. Apart from the fact that it is located on one of Kolkata’s busiest streets, next to the Park Circus, this is the main reason why the tables fill up quickly. People are drawn in by the aromas wafting from the restaurant and end up having a memorable meal. Zeeshan’s kitchen serves some of the best Tandoori chicken and Mutton in Kolkata, so don’t miss out on this hidden gem! Location…

Despite the English name, this place is as Indian as they come. Waiters wear turbans and tails, reminiscent of Mughal times, as they serve the never-ending line of local foodies. The food served at Peter Cat, one of Kolkata Park Street’s most popular restaurants is second to none. Recipes passed down for centuries transport you back in time with each bite of the infamous Chelo Kebab platter. Similar restaurants in Delhi have been closing down over the last decade, but Peter Cat has stood the test of time. And our…

6 Ballygunge Place, one of Kolkata’s most popular buffet restaurants, is synonymous with the Ilish Festival. Chef Sushanta Sengupta creates a one-of-a-kind menu of mouthwatering delicacies just for the festival. The festival would be incomplete without tasting what 6 Ballygunge Place has to offer, which coincides perfectly with the seasonal availability of fish. However, for fish lovers, the festival is not the only time to visit this restaurant. The menu features unusual dishes such as the Kacha Aam Diye Ilish Macher Roll, Begun Ilish Jugalbandi, and Pur Bhora Morich Ilish,…

Patisserie by Franziska is one of Kolkata’s best café cum bakeries, serving a wide range of desserts from éclairs to cheesecakes. It also serves alcohol, so if you want to drink alongside your desserts, this is the place to go. Location of Patisserie by Franziska: Russel Street, Park Street Area Timings of Patisserie by Franziska: 11:00 am – 10:45 pm Cost for two at Patisserie by Franziska: INR 1700 (without alcohol) Patisserie by Franziska Must-try: Vanilla Eclair, Pecan Pie, Salted Caramel Tart, Blueberry Tart, Strawberry Tart, Chocolate Ganache

Indian Coffee House, Kolkata Indian Coffee House is probably Kolkata’s oldest and best cafe. This cafe has a vintage feel to it. It has the best chicken cutlet and coffee in the city. Keep in mind that this cafe is always crowded, so check ahead of time to see if there are any open seats. Location of India Coffee House: Near Sharda Book Stall, Bankim Chatterjee St, College Square Timings of Indian Coffee House: 09:00 am – 09:00 pm Cost for two at India Coffee House: INR 300 Indian Coffe…

If you enjoy simplicity, you will enjoy the Aminia restaurant chain. The interiors of these restaurants are minimalistic; there is sober cutlery on the walls, creating a homely atmosphere, and the food only adds to that sentiment. The best part is that this restaurant is very affordable, making it an ideal place to eat delicious food! Some of the most popular dishes at this restaurant chain include Mutton Reshmi Butter Masala and Chicken Cheese Kebab. Location of Aminia Restaurant: Multiple locations Timings of Aminia Restaurant: 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM…

This legendary café opened in 1927 and will celebrate its centennial in just 9 years. To last that long, a restaurant’s food and service must be exceptional. That is exactly what we are told by the locals. Almost everyone in Kolkata has visited a Flury’s outlet at least once and has a story to tell about their time there eating their famous cream cakes or sandwiches. Chicken patties, rum balls, and strawberry cubes are among the best dishes on the menu, and there’s always a pot of Darjeeling tea to…