Hotel Charminar — Restaurant in Uttar Pradesh

Charminar Restaurant in Lalbagh is a true gem for anyone craving authentic Mughlai cuisine in the heart of Lucknow. The heritage ambiance perfectly complements the rich flavors of their dishes. 'Khade Masale ka Mutton Stew' and their biryani are absolute must-tries—both dishes showcase the incredible depth of flavor and quality this restaurant is known for.

One of the standout aspects is their commitment to serving clean, high-quality meat, particularly their mutton, which is some of the best you'll find in any heritage Mughlai restaurant in the city.

The restaurant is also generally cleaner than many other Mughlai spots, which adds to the overall dining experience. For those driving, finding a parking spot for your four-wheeler is hassle-free, with easy parking available either on the street or in the basement parking directly opposite the restaurant. If you're a foodie in Lucknow, Charminar is...

The restaurant Charminar at Lalbagh may be very famous , but I had a bitter experience on Saturday at 9.00 p.m.on 6th of May 2017. My family was sitting in the car in a road side and I went to the restaurant for packing of dinner. I ordered for 2 half mutton biryani, 1 half chicken biryani, 1/2 keema, 1/2 kalejee and the total amount was Rs 500 which I paid. After waiting for half an hour I was told that mutton biryani is finished. The people who runs this restaurant is inhuman. They must realize that it is the customer who makes these types of restaurant famous. My family waited for 30 minuted in a car and these people very sweetly say that mutton biryani is finished . These people don't even have the courtesy . In future I will never ever go to this...

Hotel Charminar (Opp Novelty) Lalbagh Lucknow.

What a fall from heights of class to absolute disaster and disgrace. There was a time when this was a place for educated and elite class to go for authentic Awadhi/Mughlai food. Their Biryani and Mutton Qorma was the benchmark in heydays.

But today we ordered Mutton Stew and Kheer from them through Zomato and not only the Stew was horrible but it was stale as well. When we called the restaurant to inform them about it, the guy on the other side not only misbehaved but threatened us with consequences.

Looks like from a place where Top Bureaucrats used to hang out, it has become a place for...