Restaurants & food

Dhaka is celebrated for its deeply flavorful, aromatic cuisine, heavily influenced by Mughal traditions. The culinary heart of the city is Old Dhaka, renowned for its legendary **Kacchi Biryani** (mutton and rice cooked together) at historic spots like *Haji Biryani* and *Nanna Biryani*. Another local institution is *Star Kabab*, beloved for its kebabs, parathas, and traditional breakfasts. Street food is a vibrant part of city life, with locals flocking to spots like TSC (at Dhaka University) and Bailey Road for *fuchka*, *chotpoti*, and *jhalmuri*. During Ramadan, the **Chawkbazar Iftar Market** becomes a sprawling, centuries-old festival of traditional delicacies, including the famed 'Boro Baper Polay Khay'. High-end international dining and modern cafes are concentrated in Gulshan, Banani, and Dhanmondi.