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| Industry | Food and Beverages |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2017 |
| Founder | Navaj A Sharief |
Number of locations | 60+ |
| Website | https://shariefbhai.com/ |
Sharief Bhai is a chain of restaurants specializing in the traditional flavours of Dakhni cuisine. Founded with the vision of popularizing this rich culinary heritage, Sharief Bhai has expanded to over 60 outlets across South India and UAE, bringing authentic Dakhni dishes to a broad audience all year round.[1]
History
editThe founder Navaj A Sharief started the Sharief Bhai brand in 2017 at Koramangala, Bangalore.[2]
In 2019, the restaurant opened its tenth outlet in Bangalore.
In 2021, Sharief Bhai restaurant hit the landmark of 20 outlets all over Bangalore.
In June 2024, the restaurant launched it's 40th outlet in Madurai with a grand celebration.[3][4][5][6]
In November 2024, the restaurant expanded to 60+ outlets over India and United Arab Emirates.
The restaurant has 60+ outlets based in 15+ locations in India and gone live recently in Dubai and Sharjah.
Dakhni cuisine
editDakhni cuisine, originating from the Deccan region of India, has a deep-rooted history that spans several centuries. Emerging as a fusion of Mughlai, Turkish, and Arabic culinary traditions brought to India by early settlers, Dakhni cuisine evolved uniquely as it encountered the local ingredients, spices, and cooking techniques of South India. Over time, it developed a distinctive identity, shaped by the culture and food habits of communities across the region.
Known for its robust use of spices, tender slow-cooked meats, and aromatic flavors, Dakhni cuisine offers a rich, layered taste experience. A signature offering at Sharief Bhai is its Dakhni biryani, prepared with fragrant Zeeraka Samba rice—a small-grain rice celebrated for its unique texture and ability to absorb rich flavors. Sharief Bhai’s menu features a variety of traditional dishes, from succulent kebabs to hearty curries, with an emphasis on authenticity and quality in every dish.[7]
The most celebrated dishes at Sharief Bhai are Mutton Biryani, Har-dil-azeem gosht biryani, Pathar gosht, Chicken 65, and Paya ka salan.
Recognition
editOne of the best places to eat in Bengaluru for Ramzan – Conde Nast Traveler[8]
Sharief Bhai is ideal for those in the mood for authentic Muslim cuisine – Deccan Herald[9]
The best Biryani restaurant – Eazydiner foodie awards[10]
References
edit- ^ "Our Journey". Sharief Bhai - Dakhni Biryani.
- ^ "Biryani Story". Sharief Bhai - Dakhni Biryani.
- ^ ""Sharief Bhai aur Chaalis Store" hiphop fuses music with food". Buzz in content.
- ^ "'Sharief Bhai' biryani comes to Madurai; new restaurant opened at Anna Nagar in city". Lotus times.
- ^ "Sharief Bhai and Pasha Bhai Collaborate on Hip-Hop Anthem to Celebrate Culinary Milestone". Indian retailer.
- ^ "Cricketer T. Natarajan Joins Forces with Sharief Bhai". adgully.com.
- ^ "Menu". Sharief Bhai.
- ^ "The best places to eat in Bengaluru for Ramzan". Conde Nast Traveller.
- ^ "Sharief Bhai has authentic Mughlai cuisine". Deccan Herald.
- ^ "As EazyDiner Completes Another Successful Edition Of EazyDiner Foodie Awards In Bengaluru, Let's Take A Look At The Winners". Eazy Diner.