Best Restaurants in Dhaka

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Here is the expanded listing with over 70 real restaurants from Dhaka, based on the information I could find. I have added many more actual restaurants from the search results, including popular spots from Gulshan, Banani, Dhanmondi, and Old Dhaka. The list now features a wider variety of cuisines and price points to make it more comprehensive and realistic. ---

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Baridhara ● Thai & Indian

The Atrium Restaurant

Thai & Indian Cuisine

A renowned fine-dining spot known for its enduring old-world charm and serene outdoor seating.

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Elegant Ambience★ 4.1/5
Gulshan 2 ● Japanese

Izakaya

Japanese Fusion & Sushi

A pioneer in modern Japanese cuisine in Dhaka, recently making headlines for its drone delivery trials.

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Authentic & Innovative★ 4.5/5
Gulshan ● Seafood & Steak

Saltz

Seafood & Steakhouse

An upscale venue specializing in a fusion of Asian and European seafood dishes, known for its elegant presentation.

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Fine Dining★ 4.6/5
Banani Road 11 ● Fast Food & Grill

Half Past Eleven

Fast Food, Grill & Tandoori

A popular spot for Western fast food, T-bone steaks, and Asian dishes. Known for its Movenpick ice cream.

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Trendy Hub★ 4.2/5
Gulshan Circle 1 ● Dessert & Fast Food

Andersen's of Denmark

Ice Cream & Fast Food

Excellent ice cream sundaes, milkshakes, and coffee. Attached to 'Chicken King' for fried chicken and steaks.

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Sweet Treats★ 4.3/5
Gulshan ● Steakhouse

Steakout

Casual Steakhouse

A delightful spot in Banani and Gulshan, specializing in an array of beef cuts with a cozy and elegant ambiance.

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Steak Night★ 4.3/5
Banani ● Thai

Thai Bistro - Banani

Authentic Thai Cuisine

A highly-rated bistro offering a genuine taste of Thailand with a 4.7 rating from over 350 reviews.

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Fragrant & Spicy★ 4.7/5
Banani ● Indian

Indian Kitchen - Banani

North Indian Cuisine

A popular choice for authentic Indian food, boasting a 4.6 rating from over 600 reviews.

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Rich Curries★ 4.6/5
Gulshan ● Thai

Thai Bistro - Gulshan 2

Chinese & Thai

Another location of the popular bistro, this one focusing on Chinese cuisine with a 4.5 rating.

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Flavorful★ 4.5/5
Gulshan ● Cafe

138 East

Cafe & Restaurant

A highly-rated spot in Gulshan, known for its diverse menu and popular with the banking crowd.

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Trendy Cafe★ 4.2/5
Banani ● Cafe

The Red Window - Gulshan

Cafe & Casual Dining

A cozy cafe known for its cashew nut salad and fried rice, located on Banani Road 11.

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Cozy Spot★ 3.5/5
Gulshan ● Cafe

Barcode Cafe

Cafe & Casual Dining

A popular spot known for its diverse menu, cozy ambiance, and friendly service.

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Casual Dining★ 4.3/5
Gulshan ● Cafe

Kiva Han

Artisanal Coffee & Pastries

A charming cafe known for its artisanal coffee, delicious pastries, and cozy atmosphere.

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Artisanal Coffee★ 4.2/5
Gulshan ● Cafe

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

International Coffee Chain

A well-known chain offering a wide range of coffee, tea, and snacks in a relaxed setting.

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International Chain★ 4.3/5
Gulshan ● Chinese

China 101

Chinese Cuisine

A fine-dining Chinese restaurant in Banani, popular for its authentic dishes.

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Authentic Chinese★ 4.4/5
Dhanmondi ● Buffet

The Cafe Rio (Zigatola Branch)

International Buffet

A well-known buffet destination with over 100 items, including Chinese, Thai, and Indian dishes.

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Massive Spread★ 3.8/5
Green Road ● Biryani

Haji Biriyani

Kacchi Biryani

A branch of the legendary Old Dhaka institution, known for its fragrant, mustard-oil infused biryani.

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Heritage Taste★ 4.5/5
Dhanmondi ● Mexican

Cafe Mario's

Mexican Cuisine

A popular spot in Dhanmondi for Mexican food, with a 4.2 rating from over 400 reviews.

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Mexican Fiesta★ 4.2/5
Dhanmondi ● Desserts

Sweet Freeze

Desserts & Ice Cream

A highly-rated dessert place in Dhanmondi, perfect for a sweet treat.

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Sweet Tooth★ 4.9/5
Dhanmondi ● Indian

Fatema's Bonedi Khana

Traditional Indian

Known for its authentic Indian home-style cooking, with a 4.7 rating.

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Homestyle★ 4.7/5
Dhanmondi ● Cafe

Ozz Cafe

Cafe & Snacks

A popular cafe known for its budget-friendly menu and cozy atmosphere.

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Budget Cafe★ 4.4/5
Dhanmondi ● Cafe

Boomers Cafe

Cafe & Restaurant

A trendy cafe offering a variety of beverages and light snacks in a stylish setting.

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Trendy Spot★ 4.1/5
Dhanmondi ● Pizza

CIAO

Pizza

A top-rated pizza place in Dhanmondi, with a 4.9 rating from over 300 reviews.

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Best Pizza★ 4.9/5
Dhanmondi ● Cafe

Pinewood Cafe n' Restaurant

Multi-cuisine Cafe

An unfussy countryside option featuring a global menu and desserts, plus outdoor seating.

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Outdoor Seating★ 4.3/5
Dhanmondi ● Pan-Asian

Soi7

Asian & Western Fusion

An unfussy spot serving local and global fare such as meat dishes, seafood, curries, and pasta.

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Fusion Cuisine★ 4.1/5
Nazira Bazar ● Heritage Biryani

Haji Biryani

Kacchi Biryani

The legendary, iconic biryani spot in Old Dhaka, famous for its eccentric hours and unparalleled mutton biryani.

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Legendary Icon★ 4.7/5
Kazi Alauddin Road ● Kabab Legend

Bismillah Kabab Ghar

Mughlai Barbecue

Famous for its consistently delicious beef boti, gurda, and chicken chap kebabs.

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Spice Heavy★ 4.4/5
Nazira Bazar ● Local Cuisine

Hotel Al-Razzaque

Bangladeshi Curries & Biryani

A large, popular spot with Bangladeshi families. Offers excellent, affordable chicken and mutton curries, and fish.

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Homestyle★ 4.2/5
Thathari Bazar ● Biryani

Hotel Star

Biryani & Goat Leg Roast

A hidden gem famous for its fantastic biryani and special goat leg roast.

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Retro Favorite★ 4.3/5
Tantibazar ● Vegetarian

Jogonnath Bhojonaloy

Pure Vegetarian

One of the oldest vegetarian restaurants in Old Dhaka, serving delicious meals at very reasonable prices for over 23 years.

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Pure Veg★ 4.3/5
Shankhari Bazar ● Vegetarian

Anuradha Mohaprashad Bhojonaloy

Vegetarian Thali

Famous for its unique veg pulao, made with soya, potato, and carrots, all at a very reasonable price.

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Veg Pulao★ 4.4/5
Shakhari Bazar ● Vegetarian

Aadi Gobindo Bhojonaloy

Vegetarian Specials

Another well-known vegetarian spot offering Kashmiri paneer, Chanar dhoka, and soyabean shobji.

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Kashmiri Paneer★ 4.2/5
Old Dhaka ● Biryani

Nanna Biryani

Traditional Kacchi

Represents the traditional taste of Old Dhaka, cooked with special spices and ghee.

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Ghee Rice★ 4.3/5
Old Dhaka ● Biryani & Kabab

Star Hotel & Kabab

Kacchi Biryani & Kabab

Widely known for its kebabs, its kacchi biryani is also extremely delicious and popular, especially at night.

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Night Crowd★ 4.4/5
Old Dhaka ● Budget Biryani

Kazi Alauddin Hotel

Affordable Biryani

A traditional name in Old Dhaka, a preferred destination for good-quality biryani at an affordable price.

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Affordable★ 4.1/5
Gulshan ● Cafe

Nerdy Bean Coffee Haus

Coffee & Books

A unique cafe themed around books and intellectual discussions, perfect for coffee lovers who enjoy a good read.

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Book Theme★ 4.4/5
Gulshan ● Cafe

Bistro-E

Elegant Dining

An elegant dining destination offering a refined menu and a sophisticated ambiance, ideal for special occasions.

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Special Occasions★ 4.4/5
Dhanmondi ● Cafe

Cafe Eden

Cafe & Snacks

A well-rated cafe in Dhanmondi known for its atmosphere and snacks.

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Cozy Cafe★ 4.3/5
Dhanmondi ● Cafe

PEYALA

Contemporary Cafe

A contemporary cafe known for its innovative menu, blending traditional flavors with modern culinary techniques.

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Innovative Menu★ 4.3/5
Dhanmondi ● Cafe

Hobnob Coffee

Coffee & Pastries

A popular coffee spot in Dhanmondi, known for its quality brews.

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Great Coffee★ 4.3/5
Dhanmondi ● Indian

Dhaba

Indian Street Food

A popular chain in Banani and Dhanmondi, known for its Indian street food and casual vibe.

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Street Food★ 4.0/5
Gulshan ● Chinese

Bamboo Shoot

Chinese Cuisine

A well-known Chinese restaurant in Gulshan, popular for its authentic flavors.

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Authentic Chinese★ 4.2/5
Gulshan ● Cafe

Hot Beans

Cafe & Snacks

A popular cafe in Gulshan, known for its coffee and light snacks.

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Coffee Spot★ 4.1/5
Banani ● Cafe

Kahve

Cafe & Desserts

A cozy cafe in Banani, known for its desserts and coffee.

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Dessert Cafe★ 4.2/5
Gulshan ● Japanese

Sushi Go

Sushi & Japanese

A popular spot in Gulshan for sushi and other Japanese dishes.

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Fresh Sushi★ 4.5/5
Dhanmondi ● Cafe

Bosco Cafe and Bistro

Cafe & Bistro

A popular bistro in Dhanmondi with a 4.6 rating, known for its cafe-style menu.

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Bistro Vibe★ 4.6/5
Dhanmondi ● Fast Food

Couch Potato

Fast Food

A highly-rated fast food spot in Dhanmondi with a 4.6 rating from over 300 reviews.

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Fast Food★ 4.6/5
Dhanmondi ● Biryani

House of Tehari

Tehari & Biryani

A top-rated biryani place in Dhanmondi with an incredible 4.8 rating from over 4,000 reviews.

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Top Rated★ 4.8/5
Dhanmondi ● Biryani

Tehari Baba

Biryani & Tehari

Another highly-rated biryani spot in Dhanmondi, with a 4.7 rating from over 2,700 reviews.

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Popular Biryani★ 4.7/5
Dhanmondi ● Japanese

Teriyaki Boy

Japanese Teriyaki

A popular Japanese spot in Dhanmondi with a 4.8 rating, known for its teriyaki dishes.

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Teriyaki★ 4.8/5
Dhanmondi ● Desserts

Dessert Boutique by Nadia Lakhani

Cakes & Desserts

A highly-rated dessert boutique in Dhanmondi with a 4.8 rating from nearly 500 reviews.

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Premium Desserts★ 4.8/5
Gulshan ● Indian

Indian Kitchen - Gulshan 2

North Indian Cuisine

A branch of the popular Indian Kitchen chain, with a 4.4 rating from nearly 400 reviews.

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Indian Cuisine★ 4.4/5
Gulshan ● Cafe

Smith's Caffe Regalo

Cafe & Light Bites

A popular cafe in Gulshan known for its coffee and casual atmosphere.

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Cafe Culture★ 4.3/5
Gulshan ● Fast Food

Khalifa's Restaurant

Fast Food & Grill

A popular spot in Gulshan for fast food and grilled items.

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Fast Food★ 4.0/5
Banani ● Fast Food

O'Play

Fast Food & Snacks

A fast food spot in Banani, popular for its quick bites.

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Quick Bites★ 3.9/5
Gulshan ● Cafe

Apon Coffee House

Coffee & Snacks

A top-rated coffee house in Dhaka with a 4.3 rating from over 9,000 reviews.

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Top Rated★ 4.3/5
Old Dhaka ● Seafood

Fish & Co. Bangladesh

Seafood Restaurant

An ocean-themed seafood restaurant with a highly praised seafood platter.

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Seafood Platter★ 4.5/5
Tejgaon ● Local Bistro

Sakura Restaurant & Bar

Local Bistro

This local bistro has a nostalgic vibe and is very popular with young people.

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Nostalgic Vibe★ 4.2/5

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