Almadina Biryani Hut — Restaurant in Raleigh

“True generosity is an offering; given freely and out of pure love. No strings attached. No expectations”

It was by absolute chance – a google search – that brought Almadina Biryani Hut to my attention. As always, with places I have not dined in or taken out – I went to the reviews. I always go to the lowest reviews to see why the place was reviewed badly. Out of the 157 reviews – there were some low reviews. However, I focused on the good reviews and actually decided to go to the Almadina Biryani Hut. I ordered two samosas (I love a good samosa), just to try them and then move on actually ordering a biriyani.

The person who served me requested if I wanted to taste some biriyani before buying the food. He served a generous portion as a sampler. The biriyani was full of flavor (though not as spicy as I would like) – and I ordered half a plate of Chicken Biriyani and a full serving of Chicken 65 Biriyani. On my order, the server filled up/stuffed the take out boxes generously.

When I had to pay – the gentlemen said that the card machine wasn’t working and would prefer cash. I had just forgotten to carry cash with me. When I mentioned that I did not have any cash – the gentleman said – “don’t worry – just pay me the next time you are here.” This was my first visit to the Almadina Biryani Hut and so there was no need for the gentleman to say that to me. This generosity and kindness was an offering to me. This is what made my visit worth it for me. A kind gesture to an absolute stranger. The world needs more of such kindness and attitude. I pray that the business continue to prosper – and I hope I can share the kindness shown to many I encounter. After all – “Generosity is the most natural outward expression of an inner attitude of loving-kindness.” The food was very tasty as well (though it could be a bit more spicy). All I can say is that I was truly moved by the gesture and thank you from the bottom of my...

This is my second time coming here. I wanted some goat biryani so I stopped by to get some and a few samosas. I get a plate, the large, and 4 samosas. I get home, and as I started to eat some of the biryani, I immediately sift through the mound of rice covering the meat, and sure enough, there was a few pieces of goat, not even enough to share a small family. There enough meat for ONE PERSON! I love rice, but this was overkill compared to the meat ratio. Two pieces of them was nothing but bone! Look, I'm not asking for a ton of meat, but treat your customer right and they will most likely keep coming to you. I tell anyone, have no shame in your game, check your order just like anything else, and do it there! If you're not happy with the amount, they either fix the order, or get your money back. I guarantee you, the one who makes the order makes sure to get the meat when they fix it their food. Why would you serve some bones to a customer? I'm reluctant to go there again because of this. I didn't pay $15 for mostly rice, I can make rice myself. If you have nothing to hide, put the meat on top. The samosas are tasty and flavorful, but I won't order the goat...

They were just flipping the sign to open at 11:40am despite posted hours showing an 11am opening. Should be no big deal, first customer of the day! Maybe it will be slow, but I'm not in a hurry. The friendly gentleman behind the counter informs me they only have chicken biryani at the moment. Lucky me, it's what I would have tried anyway!

I watched a man retrieve something from the fridge. And put it in a microwave. Hmmmmmm. Something isn't right. That can't be for me, could it? Leftover food, microwaved in a plastic container? Withholding judgement, but watching closely, I was dismayed to see it placed on the counter in front of me.

For absolute clarity - Khaja's Kurry took a cold plastic container of leftover chicken biryani from their fridge, microwaved it with the lid on, and served it directly to me.

Perhaps an off day for them, but not a place I'd be willing to...