Generous portions
One reviewer found a single biryani pack sufficient for two people, making the portion size a notable draw.
Al Karama
Deccan Biryani Karama is a Hyderabadi restaurant in Al Karama, centred on biryani and traditional comfort food. Reviews point visitors towards the mutton biryani, mutton haleem and shami kebabs, with indoor and outdoor seating for casual family meals.
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One reviewer found a single biryani pack sufficient for two people, making the portion size a notable draw.
The chicken 65 biryani was praised for retaining Hyderabadi character without being overloaded with masala.
Mutton haleem has sometimes outshone the biryani, especially for diners looking beyond the restaurant’s signature dish.
Mutton shami kebabs are repeatedly mentioned, with one returning customer saying they remain excellent.
The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating, giving diners a choice in comfortable weather.
One lunch review describes the restaurant as neat, not too busy and fast in service.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Deccan Biryani Karama, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
“We tried their Mutton Biryani, and it was a masterpiece of Hyderabadi cuisine. The rice was perfectly aromatic, infused with just the right blend of spices, while the tender, juicy mutton melted in the mouth with every bite. This is authentic kacchi gosht biryani at its finest, where the meat and rice are cooked together to create layers of flavor that are simply irresistible.”
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“We tried their Mutton Biryani, and it was a masterpiece of Hyderabadi cuisine. The rice was perfectly aromatic, infused with just the right blend of spices, while the tender, juicy mutton melted in the mouth with every bite. This is authentic kacchi gosht biryani at its finest, where the meat and rice are cooked together to create layers of flavor that are simply irresistible.”December 2024
“Had lunch with office colleagues, lunch time was not too busy. Place was neat and clea. Fast service, and the mutton biryani was good and taste great. The food portion was just right for 1 person.”May 2024
“They serve the best Hyderabadi haleem in town.”
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“They serve the best Hyderabadi haleem in town.”April 2023
“The haleem actually stood one step above the biryani and was the highlight of the meal.”February 2026
“Really enjoyed the chicken biryani here in Karama. It was decent and simple, but the taste was really good and honestly better than I expected. I’ve tried a lot of biryanis around the area and many don’t really stand out, but this one was satisfying and cooked in a nice special style. Not overly fancy, but for the taste, portion, and overall experience, it was perfect.”
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“Really enjoyed the chicken biryani here in Karama. It was decent and simple, but the taste was really good and honestly better than I expected. I’ve tried a lot of biryanis around the area and many don’t really stand out, but this one was satisfying and cooked in a nice special style. Not overly fancy, but for the taste, portion, and overall experience, it was perfect.”May 2026
“I tried the Chicken Biryani, which was simply outstanding 👏 It’s flavorful, aromatic, and truly satisfying.”August 2025
“A definite must-try is the Mutton Haleem – rich and flavorful, it was one of the highlights of the evening.”
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“A definite must-try is the Mutton Haleem – rich and flavorful, it was one of the highlights of the evening.”April 2025
“Good food, highly recommend mutton biryani and mutton haleem with shami kabab”June 2026
“We used to be regular customers here… their shami kebabs are still amazing however the mutton biryani quality and taste seems to be compromised lately which very different flavors .”
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“We used to be regular customers here… their shami kebabs are still amazing however the mutton biryani quality and taste seems to be compromised lately which very different flavors .”March 2026
“Good food, highly recommend mutton biryani and mutton haleem with shami kabab”June 2026
“The Dum Ka Chicken was also fantastic, cooked perfectly with a delicious blend of spices.”
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“The Dum Ka Chicken was also fantastic, cooked perfectly with a delicious blend of spices.”April 2025
“Best biryani I have tasted! Dum ka chicken and methi chicken were very delicious and fresh. Staff is very cooperative and service is good. Must visit place. 😊🍗🍚”February 2026
“Deccan biryani restaurant serving authentic Hyderabadi biryani,Delicious BBQ kabab,Chinese food,Hyderabadi curries, outdoor seating available for comfortable weather.”
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“Deccan biryani restaurant serving authentic Hyderabadi biryani,Delicious BBQ kabab,Chinese food,Hyderabadi curries, outdoor seating available for comfortable weather.”February 2026
“Apart from quantity the taste was good I like mutton haleem and Badaam Kher very much Biryani was good”
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“Apart from quantity the taste was good I like mutton haleem and Badaam Kher very much Biryani was good”August 2024
“Deccan biryani restaurant serving authentic Hyderabadi biryani,Delicious BBQ kabab,Chinese food,Hyderabadi curries, outdoor seating available for comfortable weather.”
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“Deccan biryani restaurant serving authentic Hyderabadi biryani,Delicious BBQ kabab,Chinese food,Hyderabadi curries, outdoor seating available for comfortable weather.”February 2026
“This is must place for Hyderabadi food lovers , they have the best biryani haleem and bhagare baigan what a taste soo delicious mouth watering, we enjoyed alot and thank you Sarniyaaz you were very courteous and smiley .”
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“This is must place for Hyderabadi food lovers , they have the best biryani haleem and bhagare baigan what a taste soo delicious mouth watering, we enjoyed alot and thank you Sarniyaaz you were very courteous and smiley .”July 2023
“Biryani was tasty. Chicken 65 biryani, chicken pieces flavour was good. It's not too much masala.”
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“Biryani was tasty. Chicken 65 biryani, chicken pieces flavour was good. It's not too much masala.”June 2026
“We had chicken malai boti, butter chicken, and butter chicken, all of which were good.”
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“We had chicken malai boti, butter chicken, and butter chicken, all of which were good.”November 2023
“The chicken 65 was good but the raitha (curd)was quite watery.”
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“The chicken 65 was good but the raitha (curd)was quite watery.”April 2023
“Biryani was tasty. Chicken 65 biryani, chicken pieces flavour was good. It's not too much masala.”
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“Biryani was tasty. Chicken 65 biryani, chicken pieces flavour was good. It's not too much masala.”June 2026
“The Chicken 65 Fry (boneless) was decent, but nothing extraordinary.”
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“The Chicken 65 Fry (boneless) was decent, but nothing extraordinary.”April 2025
“Excellent Hyderabadi food. Besides their Biryani, the curries are also delicious. We had chicken curry, chapati and mutton biryani. The quantity is good and the taste is great. Service is also good.”
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“Excellent Hyderabadi food. Besides their Biryani, the curries are also delicious. We had chicken curry, chapati and mutton biryani. The quantity is good and the taste is great. Service is also good.”January 2025
“The food preparation here is very palatable. I enjoyed the mutton biryani and the chicken karma (savoury)goes very well with the parahta. Servings are big and very filling. You can get a variety of northern Indian food here. Setting is simple and very hygienic. Warm environment. Good service and very friendly host. Meal was very enjoyable.”
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“The food preparation here is very palatable. I enjoyed the mutton biryani and the chicken karma (savoury)goes very well with the parahta. Servings are big and very filling. You can get a variety of northern Indian food here. Setting is simple and very hygienic. Warm environment. Good service and very friendly host. Meal was very enjoyable.”September 2022
“We had chicken malai boti, butter chicken, and butter chicken, all of which were good.”
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“We had chicken malai boti, butter chicken, and butter chicken, all of which were good.”November 2023
“I tried Their combo of Dal rice n talahua chicken and Tanddori chicken with roti.....All was good quality ,quantity , price little higher side.”
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“I tried Their combo of Dal rice n talahua chicken and Tanddori chicken with roti.....All was good quality ,quantity , price little higher side.”May 2026
“Amazing food, specially their todays special item (dalcha rice and sukha) is amazing just like home made food. Good seating arrangements inside and outdoor. Ample paid parking available in opposite to the restaurant. Warm service. Recommended.”
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“Amazing food, specially their todays special item (dalcha rice and sukha) is amazing just like home made food. Good seating arrangements inside and outdoor. Ample paid parking available in opposite to the restaurant. Warm service. Recommended.”December 2022
“For dessert, the Double Ka Meetha was a sweet ending to the meal.”
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“For dessert, the Double Ka Meetha was a sweet ending to the meal.”April 2025
“Must try double spicy mutton briyani with bread halwa.”
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“Must try double spicy mutton briyani with bread halwa.”January 2023
“Dum ka mutton is worth every penny.”
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“Dum ka mutton is worth every penny.”April 2023
“The Garlic Naan and Whole Wheat Tandoori Roti complemented the meal well.”
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“The Garlic Naan and Whole Wheat Tandoori Roti complemented the meal well.”April 2025
“Reached restaurant and ordered gobi Manchurian as a starter. After that many tables came still we were waiting for the starter .. ordered main course at least reached.. only 3 tables ones we reached even though staff not able to understand anything. Finally a staff came and at least he did the best. A man in the cashier counter only focusing on his stomach even he don’t know what happening in restaurant. Very disappointed however one staff did his best. To gain more customers and expand business needed more trained staffs ; food is awesome chefs are great however the front of the house giving an everlasting experience to the customers to come back again….”
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“Reached restaurant and ordered gobi Manchurian as a starter. After that many tables came still we were waiting for the starter .. ordered main course at least reached.. only 3 tables ones we reached even though staff not able to understand anything. Finally a staff came and at least he did the best. A man in the cashier counter only focusing on his stomach even he don’t know what happening in restaurant. Very disappointed however one staff did his best. To gain more customers and expand business needed more trained staffs ; food is awesome chefs are great however the front of the house giving an everlasting experience to the customers to come back again….”November 2023
“They serve pretty good quality Hyderabadi biryani and their gulab jamun was very tasty 😋”
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“They serve pretty good quality Hyderabadi biryani and their gulab jamun was very tasty 😋”April 2023
“Undoubtedly the best hyderabad briyani available in Dubai. Quantity is excellent. 1 single pack is sufficient for 2 people. Amazing taste and delicious spices”
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“Undoubtedly the best hyderabad briyani available in Dubai. Quantity is excellent. 1 single pack is sufficient for 2 people. Amazing taste and delicious spices”June 2026
“Best Hyderabadi Dum Biryani in Dubai. Authenticity : 5/5 Authentic Hyderabadi cuisine with traditional recipes”
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“Best Hyderabadi Dum Biryani in Dubai. Authenticity : 5/5 Authentic Hyderabadi cuisine with traditional recipes”April 2023
“I absolutely loved the Veg Biryani and Manchuria! 😋 They were incredibly delicious and brought back memories of Hyderabad.”
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“I absolutely loved the Veg Biryani and Manchuria! 😋 They were incredibly delicious and brought back memories of Hyderabad.”May 2026
“Best biryani I have tasted! Dum ka chicken and methi chicken were very delicious and fresh. Staff is very cooperative and service is good. Must visit place. 😊🍗🍚”
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“Best biryani I have tasted! Dum ka chicken and methi chicken were very delicious and fresh. Staff is very cooperative and service is good. Must visit place. 😊🍗🍚”February 2026
“We Just had our Pre-valentine dinner , we wanted mutton biryani stuff not the normal folipino taste and yes we love the biryani rice mutton biryani and the mutton platter , the best so far in my nth years in dubai - much worth the price and the service is superb , special mention to Rafi for the warm service .”
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“We Just had our Pre-valentine dinner , we wanted mutton biryani stuff not the normal folipino taste and yes we love the biryani rice mutton biryani and the mutton platter , the best so far in my nth years in dubai - much worth the price and the service is superb , special mention to Rafi for the warm service .”February 2026
“In the end, they tried their qurbani ka meetha, and it was smashing as well.”
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“In the end, they tried their qurbani ka meetha, and it was smashing as well.”November 2023
“Amazing food, specially their todays special item (dalcha rice and sukha) is amazing just like home made food. Good seating arrangements inside and outdoor. Ample paid parking available in opposite to the restaurant. Warm service. Recommended.”
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“Amazing food, specially their todays special item (dalcha rice and sukha) is amazing just like home made food. Good seating arrangements inside and outdoor. Ample paid parking available in opposite to the restaurant. Warm service. Recommended.”December 2022
“Had a great experience at Deccan Biryani Restaurant! The food was full of authentic flavor, especially the tala hua mutton — perfectly cooked, crispy outside and juicy inside. Special thanks to the restaurant staff Shahjahan, who recommended the dish and made sure we were comfortable throughout. Friendly service and delicious food — highly recommended for anyone craving real Deccan taste!”
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“Had a great experience at Deccan Biryani Restaurant! The food was full of authentic flavor, especially the tala hua mutton — perfectly cooked, crispy outside and juicy inside. Special thanks to the restaurant staff Shahjahan, who recommended the dish and made sure we were comfortable throughout. Friendly service and delicious food — highly recommended for anyone craving real Deccan taste!”February 2026
“I tried Their combo of Dal rice n talahua chicken and Tanddori chicken with roti.....All was good quality ,quantity , price little higher side.”
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“I tried Their combo of Dal rice n talahua chicken and Tanddori chicken with roti.....All was good quality ,quantity , price little higher side.”May 2026
“I tried Their combo of Dal rice n talahua chicken and Tanddori chicken with roti.....All was good quality ,quantity , price little higher side.”
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“I tried Their combo of Dal rice n talahua chicken and Tanddori chicken with roti.....All was good quality ,quantity , price little higher side.”May 2026
“The Thalawa Chicken was definitely the highlight—perfectly cooked and very flavorful.”
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“The Thalawa Chicken was definitely the highlight—perfectly cooked and very flavorful.”January 2026
“I absolutely loved the Veg Biryani and Manchuria! 😋 They were incredibly delicious and brought back memories of Hyderabad.”
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“I absolutely loved the Veg Biryani and Manchuria! 😋 They were incredibly delicious and brought back memories of Hyderabad.”May 2026
“The Garlic Naan and Whole Wheat Tandoori Roti complemented the meal well.”
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“The Garlic Naan and Whole Wheat Tandoori Roti complemented the meal well.”April 2025
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“We order Chicken Tikka boti Kabab overall had a nice experince.”
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Try haleem. Add mutton haleem to your order; one first-time family visit rated it above the biryani.
Avoid rush. For a quicker meal, consider lunch or another quieter period; one reviewer found lunchtime not too busy.
Plan parking. Allow for paid parking nearby when driving, as one dinner review specifically noted its availability.
Check delivery. If ordering from close by, check the current delivery process first: a recent review says nearby orders were redirected online.
Plan the visit
| Mon | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
A recent review says direct delivery was stopped, with nearby customers directed to third-party apps instead.
Mutton biryani quality has varied: reviewers mention chewy meat, smaller pieces and less depth of flavour on some visits.
Service can slow down during busy periods; one weekend visit involved waiters struggling to manage the crowd.
One biryani meal was let down by raita that the reviewer found noticeably watery.
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
Chicken Biryani
“In terms of portion, the Chicken Biryani (AED 18) comes with a single piece of chicken, whereas the Mutton Biryani includes two smaller pieces”Google review · August 2025
additional mutton pieces
“I also purchased two additional mutton pieces for AED 8”Google review · August 2025
Mutton biryani
“Mutton biryani is not as Hyderabadi taste, rice is not hot and quantity is fair for a single biryani cost you 21 AED not worth the price”Google review · March 2023
The Bottom Line
Deccan Biryani Karama is a casual Hyderabadi restaurant in Al Karama where biryani is the main reason to come, but not the only one. Reviews specifically highlight mutton biryani, chicken 65 biryani, mutton haleem and shami kebabs. The haleem has even been described as the highlight of a family meal, while the shami kebabs remain a reliable favourite for one returning customer.
The biryani style leans aromatic and balanced rather than aggressively spiced. One reviewer found a single pack enough for two people, while another praised the chicken version as outstanding at AED 18. Mutton experiences are less consistent: some diners describe tender, deeply flavoured meat, but others found it chewy or less punchy than expected.
The menu also extends to dishes such as Dum Ka Chicken, tala hua chicken and traditional desserts including Double Ka Meetha. Service is often described as warm and helpful, and the restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating. Lunch may be quieter, while busy weekends can bring slower service.
Paid parking is available nearby. Delivery is worth checking before ordering: a recent review says direct delivery was unavailable even within 1 km, with customers directed to third-party apps.