HYDERABAD RESTAURANT BAKU — Restaurant in Baku City

An Unfortunate Misadventure with hyderabadi Cuisine

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Having heard much about the Desi food offerings in Baku, my visit to this particular restaurant was highly anticipated. Unfortunately, the experience turned out to be less than satisfactory.

The signature Hyderabadi Biryani missed its mark completely. Instead of being a delectable mix of flavors and spices, it came across more as a poorly prepared fried rice. The Chicken Tikka, a dish I usually adore, tasted more like a Garlic Tikka, losing its traditional essence.

Moreover, the Naan, which is supposed to be soft and fresh, didn't live up to expectations either. It appeared stale, further dampening the dining experience.

However, the real disappointment came when we tried to provide our feedback. Instead of acknowledging the issues, the lady owner defended the quality by stating this is what we get everywhere in Baku. This response was disheartening and certainly not in line with a business that aims to improve and thrive.

Based on this experience, I regret to say that I wouldn't be revisiting this establishment. A restaurant's ability to take constructive feedback positively is crucial to its growth, and unfortunately, this place seems to miss that point.

My advice to potential diners would be to temper your expectations if you choose...

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