Biryaniwalla Ottawa | Indian Cuisine
South Asian

Biryaniwalla Ottawa | Indian Cuisine

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.6 (3,380 reviews)
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← Barrhaven
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ABOUT

This South Asian restaurant in Barrhaven specializes in biryani and traditional Indian curries at moderate prices. The kitchen turns out well-spiced rice dishes and meat preparations with a solid vegetarian selection. With over 3,300 reviews and a 4.6-star rating, it’s a established neighbourhood spot for authentic Indian cuisine.

HOURS

Sunday (today) 11:30 am - 10:30 pm
Monday 11:30 am - 10:30 pm
Tuesday 11:30 am - 10:30 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am - 10:30 pm
Thursday 11:30 am - 10:30 pm
Friday 11:30 am - 11:00 pm
Saturday 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

β™Ώ Accessibility
βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible entrance βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible seating βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible parking lot βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible washroom
🍽️ Service Options
βœ“ Dine-in βœ“ Takeout βœ“ Delivery
⭐ Popular For
βœ“ Breakfast βœ“ Lunch βœ“ Dinner βœ“ Groups
πŸ₯— Offerings
βœ“ Vegetarian options
πŸͺ‘ Dining Options
βœ“ Breakfast βœ“ Lunch βœ“ Dinner
🏠 Amenities
βœ“ Washroom
πŸ‘₯ Crowd
βœ“ Families βœ“ Groups
πŸ“… Planning
βœ“ Accepts reservations
πŸ’³ Payments
βœ“ Credit cards βœ“ Debit cards βœ“ NFC mobile payments
πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking
βœ“ Free parking lot βœ“ Paid parking lot βœ“ Free street parking

REVIEWS

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Vidya N
February 17, 2026
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We chose this place based on the online reviews & that’s why I feel like doing justice by giving out an honest review online. Please find below the items we had ordered & reviews for each of them
1. Chicken Manchurian – overall dish taste was good but the chicken texture seemed very dry to the bite
2. Cut Mirchi – very average, adding grated carrot & peanut powder would have definitely improved the taste
3. Tangdi kebab – such a disappointment, absolutely tasteless & the meat seemed old. The worst kebab I’ve ever had
4. Samosa chaat – decent taste & quality
5. Tomato soup – so damn strong & salty, tasted like they’d just mixed some ready made powder with water & heated it up
6. Raju gari mutton biryani – tasteless & the mutton pieces felt old & stocked up
7. Rasmalai – some random frozen Rasmalai that didn’t have any taste
Overall I felt the food was pre-cooked & frozen and heated up just before serving. I’m not sure if we ordered the wrong items or if all the items are the same but this place was an utter disappointment for me. Staff service was decent though. We dined on the night of 11th Dec 2025.

Update: I emailed the restaurant and they called me to talk about my review. The concerned person told me he started managing the restaurant recently and spoke in a tone where he resonated with my review about the previous management and offered a tasting session. So I suggested he edit their reply to my review with a similar explanation and then I’ll consider attending a tasting session. He said he will do it but hasn’t still, been over a month now. Even when he was explaining things to me on the phone, it felt like there was no accountability but just trying to pass on the blame to some imaginary team. Wish it was better.

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Julie Kim
February 5, 2026
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Food and service was amazing, and Raja was a Rockstar (thank you for the recommendations)! ✨️ Highly recommend Biryaniwalla! I would argue it’s the best Indian cuisine in town. Portions are also great! The garlic naan is a must! πŸ™πŸ”₯

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Zawar Khan
January 22, 2026
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I came in to order just a side of white rice. After talking to Hardik he recommended trying the chicken tikka biryani. It was delicious. Im glad I decided to dine in as there service was top notch. Thank you Biryani Walla and team

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Srinivasa Rao Bommana
October 19, 2025
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I have been visiting this place regularly ever since it opened. It quickly became one of my go-to spots for biryanis and appetizers because of the variety they offer. There are plenty of options to choose from, and on weekends, it’s usually packed β€” sometimes we had to wait a while to get a table. Fridays and weekends are especially busy, both with dine-in customers and online orders.

For quite some time, they maintained a very consistent taste and quality. However, since early this year, I noticed a significant drop in both. The biryani quality had gone down noticeably β€” I was not sure what changed, and a few of my friends also shared the same feedback. Because of that, I stopped visiting for a while.

Recently, I started hearing some positive reviews from friends saying the quality had improved, so I decided to give it another try. I visited again with a friend and noticed some good changes. We ordered Chicken Majestic, Chilli Mushroom and Mutton Biryani. The appetizers were quite good, and the mutton was cooked well, though the biryani masala was not evenly mixed β€” they might want to pay a bit more attention there. Still, I could clearly see an improvement in both taste and quality compared to my last visits.

It looks like they have also introduced some new menu items, though we did not get a chance to try those yet. The dining area is well maintained and kept clean β€” the staff do a good job of clearing and cleaning tables after every use. I did notice a few oil marks on the chairs and sofas, which could use a bit more attention or deep cleaning to make the place look even better.

Overall, this visit was much better than before β€” not much to complain about this time. I genuinely hope they keep up this improved quality and continue to make progress in the coming months. I will likely update my rating again after a few more visits.

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Ryan Evans
September 20, 2025
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The vibes are off the charts here😎

I got butter chicken and rice. As you can see. They left a heart on my butter chicken. I think someone has a little crush on me;) But the flavours and spices were immaculate. This is the kind of meal that’s really gonna nourish and strengthen you. I know it did it for me.

Check out the industriousness of the water. I thought it was so cool I took a video cause I had to show you guys.

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πŸ₯— Dietary
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Halal
Serves halal meat - even if they don't advertise it
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Vegan-friendly
Has solid vegan options even if it's not a vegan restaurant
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Confirmed Vegetarian-friendly
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Gluten-free options
Has gluten-free dishes or can accommodate
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Kosher
Serves kosher food or has certified kosher options
✨ Features
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Open past 10pm
Kitchen or bar stays open late - good for night owls
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Happy Hour
Has a regular happy hour with drink or food deals
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BYOB
You can bring your own bottle - call ahead to confirm
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Confirmed Accessible
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Private dining room
Has a private space for events or groups
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Quiet / low noise
Good for conversation - not a loud scene
🍽️ Amenities
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Patio
Has outdoor seating - patio, terrace, or sidewalk
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Live music
Hosts live music or performances regularly
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Dog-friendly
Welcomes dogs on the patio or inside
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Kids menu
Has a dedicated kids menu or child-friendly options
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Full bar
Serves spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer
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Takeout
You can order food to go - call or walk in
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Delivery
Delivers directly or through a third-party app
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Cash only
Doesn't accept cards - bring cash
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