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Chowrasta

3.5 (42 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Updated 3 months ago

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Mutton Biryani
Ester L.

Got the mutton biryani and it's $20 well spent. I was surprised when I took it out because it was seriously hefty. Weighed it and it's THREE POUNDS EXACTLY. Two hours since purchasing and it was still hot, and flavor was great. Super fragrant and just a little spicy. Got the food in like seven minutes and the person working the counter was very respectful. The inside is clean, no smell of food while I was waiting.

Chicken Boneless Chicken65 Biryani
Kira N.

Tried a mix of appetizers and biryanis/mandi. Appetizers were fine. The Chicken Dum Biryani was really good -- flavorful and worth ordering again. Chicken 65 Biryani was just okay. The Chicken Mandi, though... total miss. Super dry and no flavor. On the upside, the Irani chai was great and the fruit cream totally hit the spot. Overall, some hits and some big misses.

Chicken Biryani
Soumen B.

Chowrasta comes across as a good alternative to Deccan morsels style restaurants. It's more hygienic and has a better vibe but we were disappointed on the main segment - food taste :). Majestic chicken had a strong scent of turmeric, likely this ingredient was used too much, nevertheless it did have an effect on the taste. On the other hand, the chicken 65 had more red color than needed. Both starters weren't that good. The biryani was good, it had a good balance of masala and the chicken was cooked well. I'd likely come back again only for the biryani - will do a take out and skip the hassle of dining in, which is what we did today and didn't like at all. The food comes in to-go boxes anyway, might as well bring it home and eat:).

The chicken sticks and zafrani chai ! Very good !
Naveen B.

Reminds of me authentic Hyderabad chai and snacks ! Self service . Ambience - good. basic but clean and friendly staff.

Chicken 65
Ariana J.

What a disappointment. Terrible unappetising not good at all. I'd give it 0 stars if possible. I am from Hyderabad so this is not authentic at all. Both mutton and chicken biryani was bad. No flavor at all. Chicken 65 has so much vinegar in it. The desserts are also mediocre. The tables are cheap, low quality and was moving the entire time. Cheap chairs. No cutlery, they gave the cheapest plastic spoons. Cheap plates, plastic cups for water. They serve in Togo box to the tables. I would recommend not to visit and waste your money. Too pricey for the service taste and quality.

Chicken sticks with a side of yogurt sauce
Stephanie S.

A friend said their butter chicken is good. I tried their Fred chicken sticks and they were very tough - I couldn't finish them.

Tony P.

If you're looking for authentic Hyderabadi food that's full of heart, flavor, and warm hospitality -- Chowrasta is an absolute must-visit. This place isn't just another restaurant; it feels like a culinary passion project. The owner, a chemical engineer turned chef, has poured his soul into bringing his mother's traditional recipes to life. And trust me -- you can taste love and legacy in every single bite. What We Tried (and loved!):     *    Chicken Sticks - Juicy, perfectly spiced, and grilled just right. It was my first time trying this particular flavor and it blew me away. A definite must-try!     *    Talawa Gosht - A Hyderabadi classic done to perfection. Tender, thin slices of meat with crispy edges and layers of spice. So addictive -- we couldn't stop picking at it.     *    Chicken 65 - Crispy, tangy, spicy -- exactly what you'd expect from this iconic street food, but with a gourmet twist.     *    Majestic Chicken - Creamy, mildly spiced, and totally unique. It's got this rich, comforting flavor that makes it stand out from your typical Indian chicken dishes.     *    Chef's Special Chicken Curry - This one's comfort in a bowl. Rich and aromatic without being heavy, with perfectly cooked chicken and a balanced blend of spices. You'll be thinking about this curry long after the meal is over.     *    Mutton Biryani - Honestly, one of the best biryanis I've had in the Bay Area. Fragrant rice, tender mutton, and a beautiful balance of flavors -- not greasy, not overwhelming, just spot-on.     *    Irani Chai - Smooth, milky, slightly sweet -- the perfect way to wrap up a hearty meal. One of the highlights of the evening? The owner himself came out to chat with us. He walked us through the story behind each dish, how it's prepared, and what makes it special. You can tell he's truly passionate about the food he's serving -- and rightly so. The staff was also incredibly warm and attentive, making the whole experience feel homely and welcoming. It's rare to find a spot where passion meets precision, but Chowrasta pulls it off beautifully. The flavors are bold but balanced, the ingredients are fresh, and there's a genuine soul to the cooking that's hard to come by. If you love Indian food -- or just good food, this spot will leave you planning your next visit before you've even finished dessert.

Haleem

We did a takeout. The food was ready in 10 minutes and the food items were hot when we picked them up. Decor: Simple, elegant and clean. They have an outdoor patio as well. It looked good. Service: Friendly staff. They told us that they were going to add vegetarian items to the menu. Food: DAAicious. Mutton biryani was really good and definitely of higher quality compared to the other biryani places in Fremont. Perfectly cooked meat with flavorful rice. It's a must try item. The biryani came with mirch ka salang which was soooo good. They should add this Salang as a veggie item. Their Haleem is the best one I've tasted in the Bay Area. Chicken 65 came with Rumali roti. Rumali roti was thin and soft. My kids loved it. I'm definitely going back to try out their kabobs and other items.

Piping hot fragrant mutton biriyani
Satabdi B.

This review is more of a 4.5 stars approximated to 5. I have been wanting to visit this new-ish place for a few weeks now and I'm glad I finally got a chance. The place was mostly empty when we visited around 8:15pm on a Friday evening - surprising considering how good all the food was. There was ample street parking right outside the restaurant as well as nearby. The first thing that caught my attention upon entering was the charming aesthetics of the place - really liked what they did with the place. Ordering is at the counter after which you can choose any empty table, and the food will be brought out to you. The staff at the counter was very informative and nicely explained the specials, what dishes were readily available and what would involve a wait. We went with the mutton haleem, rumali rotis, mutton biriyani and some irani chai. Everything was great. The creamy haleem and hot rumali rotis came out first and wowed us. These are definitely the best or one of the best rumali rotis/breads in the bay area - thin like handkerchiefs, yet soft and tasty. The mutton biriyani involved a long wait but the timing worked out perfectly for us. By the time we were done with the haleem, we were served with a box of fresh, hot, fragrant biriyani. We were totally taken aback by how good the biriyani was. Such delicately spiced subtle flavors are hard to come by in the bay area. I'll definitely be back for the food here. The only thing I didn't like is the food being served in to-go boxes and having to eat biriyani using plastic-ware; it felt jarring and misaligned with the rest of the dining experience which was so royal - the food and the ambience.

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Food was good, but it's still new and plenty of the items are not available from the menu.

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