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Moti Mahal
Daryaganj, Delhi
The Daryaganj institution credited with inventing butter chicken and dal makhani.
Area
Daryaganj
Food type
Veg & non-veg
Price range
₹350–800
Opening hours
12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
About
What is Moti Mahal famous for?
Order the butter chicken where it was born.
What to eat here
Best dishes to try at Moti Mahal
Veg & non-veg · ₹350–800
Butter Chicken
Rich, creamy, mild
Best at dinner
Tandoori Chicken
Dal Makhani
Good to know
Is Moti Mahal good for families?
Yes — Moti Mahal is family friendly and serves both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food. It is open 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
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Moti Mahal, in one look
The Daryaganj institution credited with inventing butter chicken and dal makhani. The menu runs both vegetarian and non-vegetarian. This is a mid-range table - figure ₹350–800.
🥘 The order to make
Butter Chicken - Tandoori chicken in a silky tomato-butter gravy — invented in Delhi's Moti Mahal and now world-famous
🕒 When to come
Doors open around 12:00 PM and close around 11:30 PM.
🧭 Finding it
Moti Mahal is in Daryaganj, Delhi.
💡 Good to know
It works for groups with children in tow.
Questions
Moti Mahal — FAQ
What is Moti Mahal famous for?
The Daryaganj institution credited with inventing butter chicken and dal makhani.
What are the must-try dishes at Moti Mahal?
Moti Mahal is known for Butter Chicken, Tandoori Chicken and Dal Makhani.
Is Moti Mahal good for families?
Yes — Moti Mahal is family friendly and serves both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food.
What are Moti Mahal's opening hours?
Moti Mahal is open 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Where is Moti Mahal located?
Moti Mahal is in Daryaganj, Delhi.