Biryani Guys Southwark

Name: Biryani Guys Southwark
Address: 136 Southwark St, London, SE1 0SW, GB
Telephone: +44 7923 373249
Price range: £10-20

Indian restaurants London

4.7(90 reviews)Indian restaurantsLondon

Quick info

+44 7923 373249

136 Southwark St, London SE1 0SW, United Kingdom

£10–20

About Biryani Guys Southwark

Biryani Guys Southwark serves Indian food on Southwark St, with a menu that runs to 124 dishes. Lamb Biryani anchors the list, alongside mini Chicken and mini Lamb Biryani portions for smaller appetites, and a side salad comes with meals. The kitchen also offers a shami kebab burger, giving the menu a format beyond the standard biryani plate, and chai is served alongside. The restaurant operates on a walk-in basis and opens daily, with no wait reported for a table.

Good to know

Reservations
Accepts reservations
Parking
Paid street parking
Good for kids
Good for kids · Has changing table(s)
Dietary
Vegan options · Vegetarian options

Menu & Prices

124 dishes · mains £0–15

Spicy Chicken Biryani£12.49
Chicken Nihari£10.99
Karachi Chicken Tikka£9.99
Lamb Biryani£12.49
Daigi Lamb Biryani (With Potato)£14.99
Daigi Chicken Biryani (With Potato)£12.49

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Reviews

4.7/5

90 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention chicken and lamb biryani, chai, shami kebab burger and side salad.

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What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention chicken and lamb biryani, chai, shami kebab burger and side salad.

Customer Review Summary

Reviewers repeatedly praise the Lamb Biryani, described as flavor-packed alongside the mini Chicken Biryani, fresh side salad, and a great cup of chai. The shami kebab burger also earns a mention, and most describe cooperative, friendly staff with quick service. One dissenting reviewer found it just colourful with average taste, rating it well below Karachi Biryani standards.

Customer Review Summary

Featured reviews

Google user
2 months ago
“the food is super good especially the biriyani and the lady is super nicr”
Google user
2 months ago
“Food is delicious ,staff is very cooperative .”
Google user
2 months ago
“So glad Biryani Guys has opened in Southwark! I was craving proper Indian food, and this place completely hit the spot. The mini Chicken and mini Lamb Biryani were both incredibly flavor-packed, and even the side salad was so fresh and delicious that I ate every bit of it. Finished off with a great cup of Chai. Highly recommend for an authentic Taste of Karachi!”
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Google user
2 months ago
“There tea and biryani is fantastic , staff is cooperative”
Google user
4 months ago
“As a newcomer to the UK, I tried Biryani Guys Southwark. The biryani had good flavor 🍚, but it felt more Pakistani than Indian-style to me. Service was adequate 😊, and the atmosphere was acceptable. I did miss having air conditioning 🌬️ though. The building itself looked quite traditional from the outside! 🏘️”

Google user
4 months ago
“Really nice chicken tikka masala! Easy, no frills sit-down or takeaway, reasonable price. Would happily eat here again!”
Google user
4 months ago
“Biryani ve delicious, so was the Karak Chai. The lady at the counter was lovely and friendly, so we enjoyed our tasty dinner even more, will visit again.”
Google user
4 months ago
“Just colourful with average taste! Not even close to Karachi Biryani 6/10”
Google user
4 months ago
“Fantastic experience at Biryani Guys Southwark. The food was full of flavour and arrived fresh and well presented. Service was quick, friendly, and attentive throughout. We didn’t have to wait for a table, which made the visit even better. Great atmosphere and a comfortable place to enjoy a meal. Good value for money as well — would definitely come back and recommend it to anyone craving quality biryani.”
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Hours

Monday: 12 PM – 10:30 PM
Tuesday: 12 PM – 10:30 PM
Wednesday: 12 PM – 10:30 PM
Thursday: 12 PM – 10:30 PM
Friday: 12 PM – 10:30 PM
Saturday: 12 PM – 10:30 PM
Sunday: 12 PM – 10:30 PM

Highlights

“Halal Street Food of Karachi Pakistani Food Indian Food Desi Food Biryani Paratha Rolls Bun Kebabs Chai Curries Sandwiches Chaat Samosas Fries Fried Chicken Grill BBQ”

Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Popular for solo dining
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options

Amenities

Paid street parking
Accepts reservations
Dogs allowed
No-contact delivery
Takeout
Dine-in
Good for kids
Vegan options
Casual
Onsite services
Private dining room
Quick bite

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Good for kids
Vegan options
Casual
Onsite services
Private dining room
Quick bite

Dining options· 9: Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Counter service
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Service options· 2: Curbside pickup
Delivery
Popular for· 1: Solo dining
Pet-friendly· 1: Dogs allowed outside

Offerings· 2: Small plates
Vegetarian options
Family-friendly· 1: Has changing table(s)

Location

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Biryani Guys Southwark

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4.790

Silka Borough Market4.41,270
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Place	Rating	Distance	Price	Mentioned in reviews
Biryani Guys Southwark	4.790	—	£10–20	chicken and lamb biryani, chai, shami kebab burger
Silka Borough Market	4.41,270	0.5 mi	£20–30	tandoori selection, garlic naan, chilli paneer
Pali Kitchen	4.3366	0.6 mi	—	butter chicken rice bowl, kathi rolls, chai
Brigadiers	4.53,564	0.6 mi	—	butter chicken wings, lamb chops, goat shoulder