Popular Cuisines in Kolkata
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Chinese
814 restaurants
One of the most popular foreign cuisines in India, Chinese cuisine doesn’t really need an introduction. Be it a Soup or Noodles or any main course dish, the cuisine has been succesful in winning everyones heart.
North Indian
669 restaurants
North Indian cuisine relies heavily on lentils, curries and flatbreads. Though vegetarian dishes are celebrated here, meat and poultry is also favoured.
European
99 restaurants
European cuisine or Western cuisine covers the cuisine of Europe and encompasses several countries. The cuisine offers a lot of variety and diversity.
South Indian
94 restaurants
The cuisine of South India is flavoured by the generous use of curry leaves, tamarind, coconut, vegetables and seafood. It is light yet delicious.
Italian
90 restaurants
Italian cuisine is the celebration of earthy food of Italy, popularizing iconic dishes like, pasta, pizza, tiramisu, risotto all over the world.
Pan Asian
68 restaurants
Pan Asian is a tag given to the vast ranging cuisines originating from greater continent of Asia including Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese and Korean.
Casual Eclectic
10 restaurants
The term casual eclectic belongs to no particular cuisine but is used to define food in general that is served in casual cafes or bistros.
Japanese
8 restaurants
Japanese cuisine encompasses the traditional food of Japan, featuring dishes like miso soup, sushi, sashimi, udon noodles and tempura.
Mediterranean
5 restaurants
Mediterranean cuisine follows the cooking of Mediterranean Basin region primarily focusing on Southern Europe. Staples are olive oil, bread, pasta, wine.
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Multicuisine
940 restaurants
Multicuisine is a type of restaurant that houses various kinds of cuisines on one menu. A diner can feast on several global cuisines under one roof.
Chinese
814 restaurants
One of the most popular foreign cuisines in India, Chinese cuisine doesn’t really need an introduction. Be it a Soup or Noodles or any main course dish, the cuisine has been succesful in winning everyones heart.
North Indian
669 restaurants
North Indian cuisine relies heavily on lentils, curries and flatbreads. Though vegetarian dishes are celebrated here, meat and poultry is also favoured.
Fast Food
507 restaurants
Fast food often refers to the calorie ridden American food like burgers, pizzas and fries. It is quick to make and is high in fat.
Bakery
326 restaurants
The fresh crossiants, pastries, puffs and breads are a delight to everyones taste buds. Devour in these fresh goodies which are a perfect for any time of the day
Mithai
324 restaurants
Mithai is the Hindi name for Indian sweets and are often made out of milk and dry fruits. No Indian festival is complete without mithai.
Cafe
257 restaurants
Coffee and a great view. These cafes are the perfect place to get lost admist beautiful interiors, soothing music and great food.
Bengali
183 restaurants
Rich and Distinct, the cuisine of west bengal more popularily known as Bengali Food is majorly dominated by two staple ingredients locally known as Maach (Fish) and Bhaat (Rice). Bengali Cuisine is majorly a combination of Subtle and Fiery Flavours.
Cocktail Menu
141 restaurants
Cocktail menu is a term used to define the food menu served in a bar. The portion of food is kept bite-sized and is usually dominated by appetizers.
Street Food
138 restaurants
Street food is the term applied to the assorted quick-to-prepare dishes generally available at the roadside food stalls. It is both cheap and delicious.
Momos
138 restaurants
Momos is a street name for dumplings and is a type of South Asian delicacy native to Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan and Sikkim. It is a favourite Indian roadside snack.
Biryani
126 restaurants
Traditionally, A South Asian Mixed Rice Dish, Biryani is one of the most famous main course dishes in North India. A major part of Awadhi cuisine, A traditional Biryani is made using Spices, Rice and Meat.
Desserts
117 restaurants
Desserts is a wide section that includes all the sweet dishes from all over the world. They can be made from dairy or fruits or nuts or flours.
Indian
103 restaurants
Indian food brings out the spicy vibrant side of people of India through its array of curries, rice dishes, flatbreads and sweets.
Ice Cream
103 restaurants
By combining cream, sugar and natural flavourings, one get this delicious world famous cold dessert – ice cream. It can be made in several flavours.
European
99 restaurants
European cuisine or Western cuisine covers the cuisine of Europe and encompasses several countries. The cuisine offers a lot of variety and diversity.
South Indian
94 restaurants
The cuisine of South India is flavoured by the generous use of curry leaves, tamarind, coconut, vegetables and seafood. It is light yet delicious.
Italian
90 restaurants
Italian cuisine is the celebration of earthy food of Italy, popularizing iconic dishes like, pasta, pizza, tiramisu, risotto all over the world.
Mughlai
70 restaurants
Mughlai cuisine is a gift of Mughal era which bought forth iconic dishes like, kebab, qorma, rezala, Mughlai paratha and nargisi kofta.
Lebanese
68 restaurants
Lebanese cuisine is native to Middle East and carries staples like, poultry, grains, dairy and vegetables. Chickpeas is consumed liberally.
Pizza
68 restaurants
Pizza is a traditional Italian delicacy now famous all over the world. It is basically yeast-treated flatbread topped with marinara sauce and other toppings.
Pan Asian
68 restaurants
Pan Asian is a tag given to the vast ranging cuisines originating from greater continent of Asia including Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese and Korean.
Beverages
67 restaurants
A thirst quencher which not only plays the role of satisying thirst but is also a delight to the tastebuds. Beverages are made in various methods using different ingredients.
Finger Food
52 restaurants
Finger food is a term used in reference to bite-sized starters easy to eat with your fingers. It is generally served in parties or bars.
Confectionery
43 restaurants
Confectionery is the name given to the wide spectrum of sweets categorising as baker’s confectionery or sugar confections.
Thai
41 restaurants
Thai food is all about balance of flavours. The dishes has a strong aromatic quality with a spicy edge, working beautifully with well-composed ingredients.
Asian
39 restaurants
Pan Asian is a tag given to the vast ranging cuisines originating from greater continent of Asia including Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese and Korean.
Healthy Food
37 restaurants
Any food that is rich in nutrients but low in fat is counted as healthy food. Nuts, fruits, vegetables, grains, chicken breast, lamb are few calorie-savers.
French
36 restaurants
French cuisine is where fine dining originated. The nation is big on dairy, breads, wine, meat and cheeses. Desserts are another of their love.
Barbeque
23 restaurants
Barbeque or as generally called BBQ is both a cooking style and an apparatus. Barbequing is cooking marinated meat over low indirect heat slowly.
American
19 restaurants
American Cuisine or the cuisine of united states is one of the most popular cuisines around the globe. Be it the burgers or the fries or the cheesy and delectable mac and cheese, there is nothing really that the americans have gone wrong with.
Mexican
17 restaurants
Mexican cuisine is the mix of Mesoamerican cooking with European and strong imprints of Spanish cooking. Staples are corn, beans, avocado and tomatoes.
oriental
16 restaurants
Oriental cuisine refers to the cooking from Far East regions, even Southeast Asian region. The cuisine is well-known all over the world.
Tibetan
13 restaurants
A majority of Tibetan cuisine relies on dairy, meat and grain. The natives love their share of soups and stews enriched by mutton and noodles.
Coffee
12 restaurants
coffee, beverage brewed from the roasted and ground seeds of the tropical evergreen coffee plants of African origin
Fusion
11 restaurants
Fusion cuisine is a cuisine that combines elements of two different cuisines on one plate. This style is not limited to any particular cuisine.
Casual Eclectic
10 restaurants
The term casual eclectic belongs to no particular cuisine but is used to define food in general that is served in casual cafes or bistros.
Seafood
9 restaurants
Seafood is a versatile ingredient and could be made in various styles. From curries to fried to grilled to steamed, seafood can be enjoyed in several forms.
Japanese
8 restaurants
Japanese cuisine encompasses the traditional food of Japan, featuring dishes like miso soup, sushi, sashimi, udon noodles and tempura.
Sushi
8 restaurants
Sushi is a popular Japanese preparation created by combining vinegared rice with other varied ingredients like seafood, vegetables and fruits.
Tex-Mex
8 restaurants
Tex-Mex cuisine is a fusion cuisine made by combining the traditional fare of Texas and Mexico. Chili con carne, nachos and fajitas are much admired.
Sandwiches
7 restaurants
Sandwich is a great American dish created out of layers of meat or veggies placed between toasted bread. It can be diversified with numerous fillings.
Kababs
7 restaurants
Kabab is India’s favourite appetizer. It is minced meat appetizer blended with spices and then given a shape of a patty or a tube, to be grilled to perfection.
Awadhi
5 restaurants
A part of Indian Cuisine, Awadhi Cuisine is native to the city of Lucknow. Famous dishes include Biryani, Kebabs and Curries. These are delectable and prepared in many variations.
Regional Indian
5 restaurants
Regional Indian food is a plethora of various cuisines derived from several different states of India. Each region has its own cuisine, some tangy some sweet.
Modern Indian
5 restaurants
Modern Indian cuisine is the branch of traditional Indian food but contemporary. Traditional dishes are prepared and served with modern techniques.
Mediterranean
5 restaurants
Mediterranean cuisine follows the cooking of Mediterranean Basin region primarily focusing on Southern Europe. Staples are olive oil, bread, pasta, wine.
Korean
5 restaurants
Korean cuisine has evolved a lot over the centuries and is largely based on meat, rice and vegetables. Kimchi is served as a side with every dish.
Coffee and Tea
4 restaurants
Coffee and Tea are the two most popularly consumed beverages in our country. People can be easily classified as tea or coffee lovers, and each of these beverages has great variations in itself as well.
Rajasthani
4 restaurants
Rajasthani food is the traditional regional cuisine of Rajasthan in India. Their food is robust with spices and full of intense flavours.
Bangladeshi
4 restaurants
Inspired majorly by Bengali Cuisine, Bangladeshi Cuisine is dominated by its diverse history. Rice being the staple ingredient, the dishes are made restoring the Aromatic flavours.
Steakhouse
3 restaurants
Steakhouse or chop house is a restaurant that specializes in steaks and chops. These places are carnivore’s haven and has a masculine appeal.
Burgers
3 restaurants
Tagged generally as ‘dude food’, burgers are gateway to foodie paradise. It is nothing more than a juicy meat patty, usually beef, accompanied with cheese and toppings placed between a sliced bun.
Nepalese
2 restaurants
Nepalese is the food eaten in Nepal and is influenced by Tibetan, Indian and Thai origins. Sel roti and patre are devoured during festivals.
Sizzlers
2 restaurants
Sizzler is a fun wholesome dish served on a hot iron platter which lets out a sizzling sound upon serving. It is a teppanyaki-inspired dish popular in US.
Arabian
2 restaurants
A gamut of regional cuisines, Arabian Cuisine resemble the culture of Arabs very well. Influenced greatly by Lebanese cuisine, Arabaian Cuisine still differs from Lebanese Cuisine in certain ways. The use of whole grains is in prominent and a important ingredient of the Cuisine.
Odia
2 restaurants
Oriya is the regional cuisine of Odisha in India. Rice is the staple of this region and is paired off with vegetable or seafood curries.
Greek
2 restaurants
Greek cuisine is a Mediterranean cuisine and relies heavily on local produce of olive oil, fish, vegetables, grains and meat.
Afghani
2 restaurants
To survive Afghanistan’s harsh climate Afghani food is fatty and carries staples like rice, grains, mutton and yoghurt. Kabuli Palaw is their national dish.
All Day Dining
1 restaurants
All Day Dining is the way to describe any fine dining restaurant that remains open 24X7 and caters to its diners all day long.
Western
1 restaurants
Western food is a term associated with cuisines of Europe and any other Western country. Anything between pasta and steak is counted as Western dish.
Turkish
1 restaurants
Turkish cuisine varies across the country influenced by regional elements. This rich vibrant cuisine is largely based on dairy, meats and vegetables.
Kashmiri
1 restaurants
Kashmiri cuisine is the regional food of the people of Kashmir in Northern India. Rice along with meat is the staple diet of the natives.
Juices
1 restaurants
Juices can be made of either fruits or vegetables and is a great way to keep the calories in check while giving the body an instant nutrition boost.
Burmese
1 restaurants
Burmese Cuisine is essentially the cuisine of Myanmar. Influenced by Chinese, Indian and Thai food, the food is mildly spicy. It includes a variety of Salads, rice noodles etc. Burmese Cuisine also is charaterized by the use of Coconut in the dishes.
Middle Eastern
1 restaurants
Middle Eastern cuisine is the cuisine of various countries and people of Middle East. Some popular delicacies are kebabs, tagine, dolma and baklava.
Pasta
1 restaurants
Little flour, eggs and water combines to form the staple food of Italy. Pasta is eaten with a sauce or even just tossed in olive oil and garlic.
Tapas
1 restaurants
Tapas in Spanish cuisine is an appetizer that is served either hot or cold. In Spain tapas has progressed into an entire elegant cuisine.
Indian Coastal Cuisine
1 restaurants
Regional cuisines around Indian coastal belt is known as Indian Coastal Cuisine. This cuisine is brimming with delectable seafood derived from the sea.
Fish
1 restaurants
Fish is an oceanic delicacy celebrated in several world cuisines. One can enjoy it grilled, fried or curried, all of it mouth-watering versions.
Himalyan
1 restaurants
Chow mein is a Nepali favorite in modern times based on Chinese-style stir-fried noodles. It is one of the most beloved everyday staple lunches in Nepali households.
Vegan
1 restaurants
Vegan defines a person who does not eat any food that comes from animals for health, environmental or ethical reasons.
Gujarati
1 restaurants
Gujarati cuisine is the regional food of Indian state, Gujarat. Gram flour and vegetables are the staple here and dishes carries a sweet note.
Iranian
1 restaurants
Iranian cuisine or famously known as Persian cuisine, is a rich affluent fare dominated by rice, meat, vegetables and nuts.
Parsi
1 restaurants
Parsi cuisine is an interesting mix of hot and sweet. It is the traditional cuisine of Parsis of India and Pakistan.
Chicken
1 restaurants
Chicken has to be one of the most used and beloved ingredient all over the world. This protein is versatile and can be cooked in hundreds of ways.
Portuguese
1 restaurants
Portuguese food has strong Mediterranean influences and is well-versed with succulent seafood. Spices are an important ingredient of the cuisine.
Steaks
1 restaurants
Steak is a cut of meat sliced perpendicular to the muscle fibers and then cooked on grill till perfection. It is often paired off with mashed potatoes and gravy.
Bubble Tea
1 restaurants
Bubble tea most commonly consists of tea accompanied by chewy tapioca balls ("boba" or "pearls"), but it can be made with other toppings as well, such as grass jelly, aloe vera, red bean, and popping boba
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