Best Chicken biryani in Sunderland

7 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
Selected filters:
Ranking
Sort A-Z
near you
Filters
My Delhi Sunderland
My Delhi Sunderland
95/100 (978 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Indian
Street Food
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Street Food
Indian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Lemon Drop
Highway 24 Starter Delhi Kadhai Gosht
Batata Harra
Curry
Paneer
Small Plates
Naan Bread
Poppadoms and Pickles
Naan
Butter Chicken
Biryani
Chai
Lamb
Fish Curry
Chicken tikka masala
Lamb Curry
Butter chicken
Dal Tarka
Mojito
Malabar IPA
Chicken biryani
Lamb Vindaloo
Gol Gappa
Mochi
Papadam Basket with Dips
Fries
Afghan Kebab
chaat
Chilli Chicken
Chacha Chips
Indian
Asian
Street Food
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Delivery
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Mid-range
"Perhaps the best food I've ever had! The service was outstanding, providing us with advice and knowledge on their menu and dishes, as well as making..."
Lucy Coyne
"We have been to Newcastle a couple times. 1st time in Sunderland and everything was fabulous. Attentive staff and lovely atmosphere. Food well only..."
Shirley Smith
"I had an absolutely amazing meal here. The food was excellent and I loved the street food style experience. There was a great mix of meat and..."
Lauren Roberts
"Delicious food and cocktails. Our waiters Nikhil and Lakhveer were very welcoming and super friendly. They explained all the foods to me. I was..."
Natalie Carter
"Wow what fabulous place to eat! amazing food, atmosphere, staff and hygiene. It’s now one of my favourite places to eat will definitely be visiting..."
Kirsti Cottrell
"Great place to eat Indian food. Staff are great and the food is some of the best Indian food I've had didn't come away feeling bloated but still felt..."
Get around Chap
"Just visited my dehli on friday with my daughter after hearing about this street food. I have to say the food was outsanding and full of flavours. It..."
paul geary
"Outstanding food! Service was impeccable. We travelled all the way from Hull just to eat here and try it and it was definitely worth the journey...."
Emma Linford
"So pleased to have found this place! Food was outstanding with a well devised street food offering and imaginitive vegan options. Service was..."
Beth Robson
"Which offer for 40 minutes do you have dinner here and the food did not disappoint. The flavours were fantastic and also the food wasn’t oily at..."
D Vish
Spice Empire
Spice Empire
94/100 (2650 ratings)
Restaurants
Balti
Asian
Indian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Halal
Indian
Balti
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Halal
Drinks
Lunch
After-hours
Lamb
Paneer
Poppadoms
Naan Bread
Chicken tikka masala
Crab
Naan
chicken curry
Biryani
Lentil Soup
Sauce
Chicken biryani
Korma
Onion Bhaji
Beer
Curry
Poppadoms
Chicken Balti
Prawns
Samosas
Onion Bhaji's
Vindaloo
Chicken Tikka Starter
Sheek Kebab
Ice Cream
Mixed Pickles
Chicken Tikka Jalfrezi
Kingfisher Lager
Kabobs
Lamb Tikka Balti
Sabka Maza
Chicken Takeaway Balti
Sit down
Balti
Indian
Asian
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Reservations
Seating
Delivery
Table Service
Takeout
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
After-hours
Lunch
Mid-range
"Very very very very tasty food great service highly recommended very very very very tasty food great friendly and amazing service great food great..."
Anthony Gibson
"I can honestly say this was the best Indian meal I have had and I would recommend this restaurant. Absolutely beautiful food..."
Jimmy Duff
"Went last night with my daughter she said it’s the best meal she’s ever had , her new fave and she’s not too keen on Indian food normally she..."
Carolyn Mckenzie
"we always call before or after going to the theatre. We have never had a bad meal the service is always first class the staff are friendly and..."
Andrea Gilchrist
"By far the best Indians I've been too. Food is always fresh and taste amazing. Good atmosphere and staff are always friendly and make sure your well..."
Steven Curley Nixon
"I have visited here many times to sit in and also more recently to take away, it is the best Indian food in Sunderland without doubt, love it and..."
Stuart Craig
"Can't recommend the place enough! Rang up last minute new years eve and got a table. Staff were amazing. It was busy but they were really attentive...."
Amanda Cowell
"The most amazing food and the staff are so professional and do everything for you. Such a lovely atmosphere and deffo my go to place from now..."
Kira Alexandra
"I'm here at least once a week, the Mashur is the tastiest curry/food I've ever had. The service by all the team is fantastic as well and very..."
Dan Willis
"Popped in after the England game on Thursday with a few friends and thoroughly enjoyed my first visit. We ordered from the special menu which had..."
Gary Pallas
"Food was delicious & plenty of it & staff were brilliant & so passionate about the food - would def go back & would highly recommend going to anyone..."
Ashlea Parsons
"Was in a group of 4 and we all really enjoyed our meals the staff are lovely, the prices are reasonalble. We will be making spice empire our new..."
Jill Tate
"Thank you for a really nice meal and restaurant experience - the food was delicious, the staff were both pleasant and attentive whilst Manager (Rafi)..."
Chris Blake
"Popped in for a meal after seeing Roy Chubby Brown at the Empire. Food was exquisite as it has been every time I have frequented the restaurant...."
David Barkel
"Just had a fab meal for my parents anniversary, they were very accommodating with my 3 year old daughter would definitely..."
Leanne McCormick
"Absolutely brilliant. Best chicken madras I’ve eaten in years. Great value for money. Definitely worth a..."
Gavin Beadle
"Unbelievable best Indian restaurant I've been too. Food was out of this world. The lamb tikka sizzler WOW! The service staff were very friendly and..."
Adam Arkle
"Spice empire is by far my favourite Indians! I have always went to different places for my Indians but now I only go to spice empire the food is..."
Kaymen Smith
"Not been here for 6 years and not been disappointed again. Staff brilliant and informed. Helpful and attentive. Food superb. Just what we..."
Judi Davies
"Nice venue. Really nice food the spicy chips are delightful . My first time here so I went for my usual safe option.. jalfrezi and it was beautiful...."
C
"Really nice place the food was amazing the meat was delicious and tender, we asked the server to choose our rice dish and it did not disappoint it..."
Kay Purdham
"Went in November. Brilliant Indian, we were the only people in there and the staff were very nice. Spicy chips were unreal. Highly recommend the..."
Mark Ward
"Beautiful food with plenty of favours, staff are very polite and helpful and the place itself is very relaxing. Added bonus - it was a special night,..."
Pennywell laundry sevices Unit 2
"Beautiful meal. Friendly staff. Lovely rest. Our favourite when going to the..."
COLLEEN rowell
"Amazing food, great service and beautiful atmosphere with a nice booth in the corner. Wish I had took some photos before eating, the garlic prawns..."
Luke Proctor
"First time eating here last night. Staff are so friendly and nice. I highly recommend asking for their suggestions if you're unsure with food or..."
Theresa Mercer
"First date night in absolutely forever, tried Spice Empire... absolutely UNREAL!!! Beautiful layout, staff were amazing but the food stole the show,..."
Jim Cameron
"Great service and the desi curry I got was the best i've had in a while. Will be back when working in the area again...."
Gezuz Kryst
"Good food, friendly staff and value for..."
Rl Rs
"Really great experience. The food was quick and fresh. The staff were really nice. The show stopper is of course the quality of food. Delicious 10/10..."
Natalie James
"Always loved this place. Everytime it's faultless. Food is beautiful and service is excellent. Highly..."
Kim Machin
"Very friendly staff who will guide you through the menu..food very..."
Steve Robson
House Of Punjab
House Of Punjab
92/100 (71 ratings)
Restaurants
Indian
Pakistani
Grill
Pakistani
Grill
Asian
Asian
Indian
Middle Eastern
Middle Eastern
Dinner
Drinks
Meat Thali
Fish Karahi
Pizza
Chicken Wings Starter
Waffle
Lamb tikka
Sag Aloo Main Meal
Chicken biryani
Chicken Sheek Kebab Starter
Aloo chaat
Caramel Coffee and Cream
Tandoori roti
Charcoal Lamb Karahi
Beef burger
Chilli & Garlic Lamb
lassi
Chilli Garlic Lamb Karahi
Lamb Karahi Asian Style Hot
Cakes - Slice of Red Velvet Cake
Sundaes - Cookies & Cream Sundae
Grill
Indian
Middle Eastern
Pakistani
Asian
Delivery
Table Service
Takeout
Wheelchair Accessible
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Visa
Accepts Credit Cards
Private Dining
Family style
Street Parking
Non-smoking restaurants
Reservations
Mastercard
Seating
Visa
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"Found another banging curry house. This has just opened not so long ago. I had lamb karahi Asian style with a garlic and coriander naan. Was amazing..."
Nen P
"Very nice food here and I would say this place is very good value for money. I went with a group of 3 and we enjoyed it. We ordered the Karahi lamb,..."
Saif Rahman
"The food is excellent. Really like their menu how they have different cuisines available so perfect for kids too 😊 defo will be going back. P.s...."
marjana begum
"Meat thali was lovely, onion bhaji was perfect. Karahi Bindi Gosht was immense. Will definitely be..."
Richie
"Was very quiet the night we went but the food was delicious and good choice - very courteous staff. We had 2 courses plus poppadoms and wine for just..."
Angie G
"Not many in at 5pm. Food was spot on.2xchutney tray, poppadoms, 2xbombay alloo, madrass sauce, 2x sizzler 2 xkeema naan and ice cream/ chocolate..."
P
"I got a mixed grill starter with salad and a chicken tikka pizza. The mixed grill starter was honestly the best I have ever tasted. The pizza was..."
Karl King
"The nicest impressions were made by this friendly restaurant! Hospitable Hosts, wonderful food, and lovely presentation. I recommend everyone! It..."
Beatriz Rodrigues
"The decor of this establishment may be akin to a diner, but the staff were courteous, the food a delight, and the prices were very reasonable. My..."
NeilC UK
"Good taste typical pakistani spices Mango salted lassi must try Waitress are so polite and..."
Zakaria K
Motiraj
Motiraj
90/100 (2920 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Indian
Halal
Indian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Halal
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Fish
Kingfisher Lager
Mixed Kebabs
Salad
Lamb Naga
Chips
Chili
Chicken Tikka Dupiaza
Chicken biryani
Tandoori Thalia
Keema Nan
Lamb bhuna
Mixed Pickles and Warm Poppadom
Vindaloo
Curry
Chicken Tikka Coriander Keema Rice
chicken korma
Prawns
Bombay Aloo and Naan Bread
Jurri Baja with Chicken
Naan Bread
Naan
Frito Pie
Korma
Peshwari Naan
Kabobs
Poppadoms
Sheek Kebab
Tikka Masala
Garlic Naan
Onion Bhaji Starter
Mixed Kebab Starter
Lamb
Bhuna Prawn on Puri
Sit down
Indian
Full Bar
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I don't often write reviews unless the place where I've eaten is really good or woefully bad! I'm pleased to say that the food at the Moti Raj is..."
Scott Mitchell
"2nd time and it was even better than the 1st, service great without being over the top. Food out of this..."
Raymond Earl
"Never had a bad meal yet. A real stalwart of Sunderland centre. Always great service. Highly..."
Michael Glendon
"Lovely warm feeling with the decor and very spacious, food was amazing, service was fantastic they were warm and welcoming from the start, easy to..."
Aydan Woolley
"We went for a pre-show curry and had a fabulous meal in this lovely restaurant. I had the dhansak which wasn't too spicy, it was just right, and my..."
Nat Kirkbride
"Wow! What a little gem next to the empire theatre upstairs to another Indian restaurant. Food 5* for 3* price. Service was first class with..."
David Cumming
"Highly recommended, tasty Indian food. Wide range of traditional dishes. Nice atmosphere, friendly staff. Family run. This place was recommended to..."
Daniel Ghinn
"Lovely meal out with tasty dishes and friendly service in a clean and comfy restaurant. The decor is nice and there is space to move with tentative..."
Sabrina
"Beautiful food,excellent service would recommend it to..."
Darren Bates
"First class service, food was amazing and a lovely atmosphere too. Would definitely recommend the Moti Raj if your looking for Indian cuisine in..."
Peter Lowes
"The food as always is fantastic. However, I noticed the portions are now less like it was special night menu, but your paying full price. Little..."
Michael Fairlead
"Food and service was excellent, my wife's curry was a bit hotter than she expected. Staff took it away and recooked it for her...."
Paul Lewis
"Great evening enjoyed by 29 of us restaurant staff amazing food..."
Carole Wardropper
"Really good service,, late Sunday booking, cos we had a concert in the fire station theatre,, brilliant food,, nice sundries, great waiter,,..."
Ace Brown
"Never had a bad meal there in 30 years but the prices have shot..."
Mick Brown
"One of my favourite restaurants. Great food and friendly..."
Lesley Lynch
Shandiz Restaurant
Shandiz Restaurant
90/100 (8142 ratings)
Restaurants
Middle Eastern
Persian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Halal
Persian
Fusion
Fusion
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Halal
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Kabobs
Lamb Shank
Lamb
Chicken Wrap
Chicken biryani
Salad
Lentil Soup
Chocolate Fudge Cake
Cocktail
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Persian Tea
baklava
Lamb Biryani
Lamb Shank
Persian Rice
Mixed Grill Platter for One Person
Nan
Chicken Arabic Wrap
Hummus
Chicken Kebab Joojeh
Mix Grill for 2
Falafel
Falafel
Naan Bread
Naan
Soup
Baklava
Sit down
Middle Eastern
Fusion
Mediterranean
Persian
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Delivery
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Went in for birthday meal service great nice friendly staff would definitely recommend to..."
Rachael Kimberley Elsey
"Excellent service, nothing was too much trouble, accommodated baby in a high chair as well. Food arrived without delay, would recommend. A variety..."
Jane Virabi
"This restaurant is a gem! Great food, atmosphere and friendly service! The food is beautifully presented and excellent value for..."
Martina Lawson
"Beautiful food,attentive friendly service, relaxed atmosphere Will definitely be returning to..."
Lynsey Mitchell
"Das Beste persische Essen, was ich je gegessen habe! Absolut..."
Daniel Eduardo Certain Alvarez
"Been a few times now great food great service very reasonable priced..."
Ian Render
"Fantastic healthy and tasty food friendly staff very reasonably..."
Robyn Casey
"Good fantastic, never had s bad meal yet, service great..."
Tracy Johnson
"Great food, great service, great afternoon for all! Thankyou..."
Pat Anne Stewart
"Absolutely beautiful bithevthe food and the service, will definitely be..."
Wendy Burlinson
"Great food value for money .It's our favourite restaurant in the..."
Graeme Collinson
"FIRST visit and won't be the last, beautiful food , excellent value for money, fabulous service. A lovely friendly restaurant. Great for Sunderland..."
Gillian Collins
"Excellent food and good value. Friendly..."
Carol Ann Davies
"Lovely food, reasonable prices and great..."
Tuesday Sampson
"Had Bakhtiary (cubed chicken and lamb on one skewer) which came with saffron rice. Added garlic & chilli dips and a nan, all for under £20. Meat..."
fedlad
"It's really nice resturant. The atmosphere was great and food was good. The only downside was the drinks. Nothing special there. Just ordinary drinks..."
Mahmood Saadat
"I’ve been a few times, highly recommend it to anyone who likes Iranian food. Pictures from today at my shop, we..."
Shoayb Hamdi
"Ordered a basic chicken and lamb biriyani knowing that its a Persian restraunt. The taste was very different than the traditional Indian biriyanis...."
Saburi Shinde
"Great Persian food. We had the lamb shank and a few of the mixed grills. The chicken was a bit dry but the rest of the meat & lamb shank was..."
Anisur Miah
"Wow, just a great little restaurant with utterly delicious food. The service, the staff were all brilliant too. Never had Persian food as such but..."
DC
"10/10 for customer service, Tasty food, loved the Persian/Iranian tea ☕️ & baklava. The lambshanks were delicious. The chicken sheesh was a bit..."
AmadA
"Really good quality food. One of the best restuarants ive ever been to, the food is just..."
Daniel Peters
"Totally in love with the ambiance and food Good quality and quantity If you are a person who wants to eat more quantity and tasty food , try shandiz..."
jonoforck M
"Authentic Persian food is served here at reasonable prices, but in a fine dining style. Also, other cuisines are served..."
Eddy Loh
Chilli Mangoes
Chilli Mangoes
85/100 (1047 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Indian
Street Food
Asian
Street Food
Indian
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Chicken Dosa
Bhuna Prawn on Puri
Chili
Chefs Special
Curry
Sag Paneer
Chicken tikka masala
Chicken biryani
Butter Masala Chicken
Chicken pakora
Tandoori Chicken
Beer
Rogan josh
Chicken Wings
Vindaloo
Paneer Chat
garlic naan
chicken korma
Onion Barge
Mixed Kebab Platter
Onion Bhaji
Pickle Tray
Sit down
Indian
Asian
Street Food
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Delivery
Reservations
Dinner
Mid-range
"A very fine dining experience. We opted for the set meal choice. We opted for chicken bhuna and rogan josh for our mains, which were very tasty, as..."
Peter Shaw
"Fantastic place great services and fabulous food..."
Amanda Mccarthy
"absolutely amazing this place, food was far the best indian i’ve had and i’ve had a couple 😂 staff couldn’t help enough no stomach issues..."
Team Woody
"Fantastic place, great food, drinks, staff etc very quirky can't wait to go..."
Coleen Ford
"Last night me and the wife had the most amazing Indian I think we've had. My No.1 Fav was The Sunrise in Jedburgh, but last night we visited Chilli..."
Steven Brown
"Delicious food and great value happy hour menu. We loved the decor of the restaurant. Staff were attentive, friendly and helpful. Lovely place and..."
Victoria Moyse
"Lovely interior set up! I love the vibe and the music playlist. Absolutely delicious and affordable food! Awesome service. Definitely a nice place to..."
DM Remo
"A rare flawless dining experience. Everything from the delicious food to friendly service was perfect from start to finish. Great variety of dishes..."
Joshua Thomas
"Can't remember the exact meal I had here as it was a variety basis the number of mixed orders we requested. Meaning I had a bit of almost everything..."
Cynthia Junaid
"Absolutely lovely place. Decor, staff and food was amazing. Will be back for sure. Particular thanks to Bevin who looked after..."
jeane mccormick
Chesters Lounge
Chesters Lounge
85/100 (181 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Bar
Grill
Indian
Indian
Grill
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
garlic naan
Chicken biryani
Tandoori Mix Grill
Karaage
Jalfrezi
Patatas Bravas
Tandoori Chicken
Lamb Karahi Garlic and Coriander Naan
Hot Chilli Pickle Tray with Poppadoms
Indian
Bar
Grill
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Dinner
Mid-range
"Went to Chesters Lounge this evening for a very nice lamb karahi Asian style hot curry, garlic and coriander naan which was superb also. Starters was..."
Nen P
"First visit to Chesters Lounge will definitely be returning. Friendly and efficient staff and service. Great menu with something for everyone, some..."
Debbie Lloyd
"High quality and amazing South Asian food with great decor. The menu is also good value for money with the chef special dishes offering a side and..."
Saif Rahman
"First time at Chester’s lounge tonight . The food was amazing , the best. Staff are lovely , nice , pleasant place to eat . Well worth a visit ,..."
Tracey McBride
"I arrived here with no prior knowledge of the place under difficult circumstances as my newborn was being cared for by the staff at Sunderland..."
Phillip Hall
"Excellent service, tasty food and good atmosphere be definitely returning to this 5 star..."
Tony Mac
"First curry I've had in years that hit the spot. Much better than any other take away round here by a long shot. I have found my new curry house..."
OkiE
"I had a food delivery the which consisted off the Chicken Korma, Uree Bisi ,Keema Pilaw were absolutely beautiful The best takeaway we have had.The..."
Christina Wooton
"Finally found 5 star Indian food to match my home town Birmingham. We had tikka dopiaza, tandoori chicken, rice, garlic naan. AMAZING 👏 Will..."
Alison Machin
"This is the second year running we have had our Royal Infirmary theatres reunion. 19 the first time 12 this time all had varied meals and all..."
David Wales
"Lovely new establishment in Sunderland, just what we were missing! The service here is so welcoming, restaurant is new and chic. Lovely interior and..."
Sumaiya Nadiya
"My wife and I and I visited the for the first time last night! It will not be our last. Good atmospheric ambience with very friendly and helpful..."
Peter Richards
"Very tasty and welcoming. Was visiting sunderland. Highly recommendEd if you love indian food. Mix grill..."
Mohammed
"Food was enjoyable with good portion sizes, a solid 8/10. Service was friendly and very attentive without being intrusive. The main questions with a..."
Andy Moyse
"We've eaten in and had takeaway from here. Food is always really tasty, service is very good. Plenty of vegetarian options and you can also ask them..."
Fiona Lindley
"We visited for the happy hour menu between 5-6pm on a Saturday night. Good selection of dishes and great value. Food was delicious, our servers were..."
Victoria Moyse
"Absolutely would recommend this restaurant, starters were fabulous, best bhajis ever tasted. Presentation was second to none, food was plentiful and..."
Lynne Pace