Haji Biriyani
Haji Biriyani(also known as Hajir Biriyani) is one of the restaurants in the heart of ancient Dhaka city of Bangladesh selling Mutton Biryani (dish made with highly seasoned rice and mutton). In 1939 the restaurant was started as a roadside food corner by a person named Haji Mohammad Hossain. Later on the business took dramatic change and became part of the culture of Dhaka city.
The Haji Biriyani focuses on selling Mutton Biryani(known as Kacchi biryani), Borhani (salted mint drink made of Yogurt) and soft drinks. According to Sakhawat stated Haji Biriyani not to be only the best in Bangladesh but also among Bangladeshis living around the world.[1] However, the environment of the restaurant is not standard enough so it has to face some unexpected issues and some of the websites have rated it to be average in the section of atmosphere.[2]
| Haji Biriyani | |
|---|---|
| Restaurant information | |
| Established | 1939 |
| Current owner(s) | Haji Mohammad Shahed |
| Previous owner(s) | Haji Mohammad Hossain, Haji Mohammad Golam Hossain |
| Food type | Mutton Biryani |
| Rating | 3.5 |
| City | Dhaka |
| Country | Bangladesh |
| Seating capacity | 50 |
| Other locations | Motijheel, Bashundhara Residential Area |
History[edit]
The business was started on 1939 by a cook named Haji Mohammad Hossain. After Haji Mohammad Hossain passed away in 1992, his son, Haji Mohammad Golam Hossain took over and continued the family business without making any changes in style and tradition. By the passage of time Haji Mohammad Golam became tired by running the family business and finally handed over the business to his son, Haji Mohammad Shahed.
Location[edit]
The Haji Biriyani has three branches. One is in Old Dhaka,[3] one is in Motijheel[4] and another in Bashundhara Residential Area.[5] In old Dhaka city it is located at 70 Kazi Alauddin Road, Nazia Bazar, Puran Dhaka. The restaurant in Motijheel is situated in 99, Motijheel, Beside Biman Office, Dhaka. The location of the new branch of this restaurant is in 11/6 A, Jagannathpur road, Bashundhara Residential Area, Baridhara, Dhaka.
Recipe[edit]
Recently, Mr. Hossain serves about 2000-3000 people a day. The recipe includes highly seasoned Rice, Mutton, Mustard oil, Garlic, Onion, Black pepper, Saffron, Clove, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Salt, Lemon, Yogurt, Peanuts, Cream, Raisin and small amount of Cheese (either Cow or Buffalo). The recipe has been handed over the founder of the restaurant to his next generation. Haji Mohammad Shahed claimed that,“I have never changed anything, not even the amount of salt”.[6]
Business[edit]
The Haji Biriyani is run by the actual owner in order to maintain the taste. The previous owners and the current owner have the motto of keeping the business within the family. So, the restaurant is run by the grandson of the founder of the restaurant. The annual income of the restaurant is approximately $28.5 million and the annual profit tends to be about $15.7 million.
Food And Delivery[edit]
The food is packed in different way. During the delivery service the food is packed in a plate made of dried leaves.However, before the customers had to stand in a long queue to take away because the restaurant did not have home delivery facility. Recently, the restaurant updated their service by adding home delivery to it.
Controversy[edit]
The restaurant has a low profile. The restaurant is too old fashioned and not well furnished. The serving process does not appear to be very decent or standard.[7] The restaurant only makes limited amount of food for a day. The customers have to go back without food if the restaurant is done selling the biryani.
References[edit]
- ↑ Sakhawat, Adil (8 March 2013). "Haji Biriyani: The Scintillating Taste from Old Dhaka". Daily Sun. Retrieved 30 April 2015.
- ↑ "Hazir Biriani". Trip Advisor. Trip Advisor. Retrieved 30 April 2015.
- ↑ "Haji Biriyani". Dhaka Foodies. Dhaka Foodies. Retrieved 30 April 2015.
- ↑ "Hajir Biriyani". Google. Google. Retrieved 30 April 2015.
- ↑ "Haji Biriyani". Dhaka Foodies. Dhaka Foodies. Retrieved 30 April 2015.
- ↑ Mydans, Seth (8 July 1987). "FOR A SECRET STEW RECIPE, TIME IS RUNNING OUT". New York Times. New York Times. Retrieved 30 April 2015.
- ↑ Abashik, Shahjalal. "Famous Hazir Biryani House in Dhaka, Bangladesh". Youtube. Youtube. Retrieved 30 April 2015.
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