Fakruddin Biryani (Gulshan)

Fakruddin Biryani is an established Dhaka biryani brand with branches across the city, and its Gulshan outlet is at 37 South Gulshan-1, Dhaka 1212, in Bangladesh. Gulshan is one of the capital's affluent residential and diplomatic districts, so this branch is a practical stop for visitors staying nearby who want a traditional Dhakai meal without travelling to Old Dhaka. The cuisine is Dhakai biryani and kababs. The house is best known for kacchi biryani, in which raw marinated meat is cooked with rice in a sealed pot, and for tehari, a spiced one-pot rice dish. Kababs round out the menu and are often ordered as starters or side dishes. Fakruddin has long been treated by Dhaka families as a dependable name for biryani, and its brand recognition is one of the main reasons visitors choose it. A typical meal costs about Tk 300-500 (approx USD 2.4-4.1), which places it in the mid-range for a casual biryani meal and slightly above simple street-side shops. The dining room follows a hotel-style format, meaning a plain, functional restaurant hall with table service rather than a stylised design. The mood is casual and family-oriented, with moderate noise and a steady lunchtime and evening trade. There is no formal dress code; modest, comfortable clothing is standard. Drinks are non-alcoholic, generally borhani, soft drinks and tea, in keeping with the halal dining norms of Dhaka. Reservations are not normally needed and the restaurant operates on a walk-in basis. Hours are not officially published but typically run from late morning to about 10-11PM, and should be confirmed locally. The brand maintains a website at fakruddin.com, which can help locate other branches. Visitors who want a quieter meal can go in the mid-afternoon, while weekend evenings and Fridays draw the largest family crowds.