Rayalaseema Ruchulu — Restaurant in Hyderabad

Ragi Sangati - Rs.219/- Natu Kodi Pulusu - Rs.549/- Gutti Vankaya Kura - Rs.349/- Chepala Vepudu - Rs.599/- RR Special Prawns Fry - Rs.599/-

Rayalaseema Ruchulu, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Andhra, Rayalaseema & Telangana cuisine

$$$$$

21.06.25

Telugu speaking people predominantly inhabit 2 states, Andhra Pradesh & Telangana. Based on the cultural, historical & climatic conditions, these 2 states are divided into 3 regions, Telangana, Andhra & Rayalaseema & hence they offer three different cuisines.

Today me @hep.forever & @thesamcam84 are at Rayalaseema Ruchulu in Jubilee Hills to try out Rayalaseema cuisine. Rayalaseema consists of 8 districts which were earlier part of the Madras Presidency during British Rule & so is somewhat influenced by Tamil Nadu & South Karnataka in their food. Also Rayalaseema food is known for being one of the spiciest in the world thanks to the generous use of chilly powder.

The Andhra region has alot of rivers & irrigation systems & so has alot of rice & fish in their diet, Telangana being semi arid, the cuisine consists mostly of Sorghum flat breads & Mutton dishes while Rayalaseema has the best combination of both worlds. Infact the best example being their popular Ragi Sangati which is a dish where Millet & Rice is cooked together & eaten with both fish & mutton or chicken stews.

We entered this beautiful restaurant which also serves 40 Telegu buffet dishes, but since we wanted to stick to just the popular Rayalaseema dishes, we only ordered Ragi Sangati, Naatu Kodi Pulusu, Gutti Vankaya Kura, Chepala Vepudu & we were recommended to try the RR Special Royalla Fry by our waRagi Sangatiiter from West Bengal.

As we waited, we were a little concerned about the condition of our stomachs for the next day, but we did come here hoping to enjoy the food.

The first thing that was brought to the table were the banana leaves. This really pumped up my vibe as it's been years since I last ate on a proper banana leaf. Then 15 mins later the food started to arrive.

Here is my review for the same.

Ambience - 4.7

I really liked the ambience of the place. Perhaps being the more upmarket outlet out of all the four, extra efforts were made to make this local dining into an international experience. The place could easily fit 50+ people in one sitting. Even the buffet section was pretty large & neat & tidy.

Service - 4.8

We had people speaking Bengali & Telegu helping us with our food & they were very smart & prompt. The Bengali gentleman had even asked the chef to tone down the spice a bit understanding the number of times were had nervously asked if the food was as spicy as they say. This proved to be a great move as all of us could enjoy the food without breaking a sweat.

Quantity- 4.7

The quantity was definitely alot as each dish that we ordered was more than sufficient for the 3 of us to share. Infact the fish fry had about 14-15 good sized pieces of Fish.

Quality - 4.7

The quality was again top notch. I would have had serious stomach issues the next day if I had eaten so much spicy food, but my stomach was cool as a cucumber. So that's my best indicator of the quality. Taste-

RR Special Prawns Fry - 4.5

Nice bite sized prawns marinated in a spicy batter & sprinkled with sesame seeds. First dish with sesame seeds in Hyderabad. Taste &

texture was very good. Chepala Vepudu (Fish Fry) - 4.5

Well cooked & almost boneless chunks of fish again marinated in spices with chilli powder & a hint of Cumin coming through. Fried with curry leaves & slits of green chilli.

Gatti Vankaya Kura (Baby Eggplant Gravy) - 4.8

This is the signature Vegetarian dish of the Rayalaseema Region. It is a festive dish usually prepared in weddings. The baby eggplants are slit, filled with coconut & peanut stuffing, stir frying them using the Bhanua technique & then cooking them in a thick bold gravy which had a little sourness thanks to the tamarind used. The eggplants were soft but firm & the dish had a hint of nuttiness to it.

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Restaurant Review: Rayalseema Ruchulu Restaurant Review: Rayalseema Ruchulu

Rating: ★★★★★

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Rayalseema Ruchulu with my family, and it was an unforgettable experience! The moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm hospitality that set the tone for the evening.

We decided to indulge in a variety of dishes, starting with the Karivepaku Kodi Fry. This dish was a standout, with perfectly spiced chicken that was both crispy and flavorful. Next, the Naatu Kodi Rasam brought a comforting warmth that was simply delightful, showcasing authentic flavors that transported us straight to Andhra Pradesh.

The Prawns Ghee was another highlight, cooked to perfection with a rich, buttery flavor that complemented the prawns beautifully. We also tried the Andhra Kodi Kura, which was rich and savory, making it a perfect accompaniment to the rice.

The service by Madhu and Haris was exceptional; they were attentive, friendly, and made sure our dining experience was smooth and enjoyable. Their recommendations were spot-on, enhancing our meal.

To top off our feast, we couldn't resist the Mango Delight, which was a refreshing end to our meal. It was light, creamy, and bursting with mango flavor—an absolute must-try!

Overall, Rayalseema Ruchulu exceeded our expectations with its incredible food and outstanding service. I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone looking to savor authentic Andhra cuisine. We will definitely be back for more! Rating: ★★★★★

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Rayalseema Ruchulu with my family, and it was an unforgettable experience! The moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm hospitality that set the tone for the evening.

We decided to indulge in a variety of dishes, starting with the Karivepaku Kodi Fry. This dish was a standout, with perfectly spiced chicken that was both crispy and flavorful. Next, the Naatu Kodi Rasam brought a comforting warmth that was simply delightful, showcasing authentic flavors that transported us straight to Andhra Pradesh.

The Prawns Ghee was another highlight, cooked to perfection with a rich, buttery flavor that complemented the prawns beautifully. We also tried the Andhra Kodi Kura, which was rich and savory, making it a perfect accompaniment to the rice.

The service by Madhu and Haris was exceptional; they were attentive, friendly, and made sure our dining experience was smooth and enjoyable. Their recommendations were spot-on, enhancing our meal.

To top off our feast, we couldn't resist the Mango Delight, which was a refreshing end to our meal. It was light, creamy, and bursting with mango flavor—an absolute must-try!

Overall, Rayalseema Ruchulu exceeded our expectations with its incredible food and outstanding service. I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone looking to savor authentic Andhra cuisine. We will definitely be...

WORST EXPERIENCE (deserves 0 Stars) Visited this place with friends on my birthday but the experience is worst. So thought of sharing an indetail review which may help others.

Not sure because i visited here on Monday, but food is miserable.

SOUP

1. Chicken Soup - GOOD

STARTERS

1. Liver Fry - WORST, very dry and not fresh.
2. Chicken Wings - Taste wise Above Avg, but not Fresh/Hot
3. Deep Fried Fish - WORSTTTT, it even smelled raw, very dry, not fresh, Even road side stalls serve better fish
4. Chicken Kabab - Good, but not hot

MAIN COURSE

1. Ragi Muddha - Below Avg, it tasted ok, but slightly burnt because of continously heating
2. Natu Kodi Pulusu - WORSTTTT pulusu i ever had in life, not spicy, did not go well with Ragi Muddha/Chitti Garelu
3. Chitti Garelu - GOOD, tasted good and went well with mutton curry.
4. Mutton Curry - GOOD, reasonably spicy and went well with Chitti Garelu.
5. Prawns Curry - GOOD, tasted nice
6. Chepala Pulusu - Dint even try eating this fish after horrible experience with Fish fry.
7. Chicken Biryani - WORSTTTTTTTTTT, very dry(like sun dried), felt like left over biryani made before 1 or 2 days. I would not eat such biryani even given for free.
8. Gongura Chicken - GOOD, tasted nice

DESSERTS

1. Bakshalu - WORST, very dry like sun dried. did not go well with ghee
2. Motichur Laddu - Below Avg, a little dry but taste is ok
3. Kurbani ka Meeta - Very Good, tasted nice and went well with ice cream
4. Gulab Jam - GOOD, went really well with Vanilla Ice Cream
5. Vanilla Icecream - Very Good, really a good combination with gulab jam.

BREVERAGES Both drinks are WORSTT, not chilled.

Most worst part is above buffet costed us 1000rs + 5% GST(Not even worth 500) In lesser cost, we can find better Buffet at ABs/Globe Grub

Not sure if they are related, but had digestion problem/fever/Cold since the day for...