If there’s one dish that is universally considered a comfort food, it has to be biryani. The rich flavors, aromatic spices, and delightful texture of biryani evoke a sense of home. In India, when it comes to biryani, one place that is famous for serving the best is Hyderabad. Whether you agree or not, many believe that Hyderabadi biryani is the finest. In fact, TasteAtlas, an experiential travel guide for traditional food, supports this claim. They have posted a list of the 100 Best Rice Dishes in the world, and Hyderabadi Biryani has bagged the 10th position. Read on for more details!
As per TasteAtlas, Hyderabadi Biryani is a popular dish from South India made with basmati rice and a mix of meats like goat, mutton, or chicken, along with ingredients such as lemon, yogurt, onions, and saffron. There are two primary types: kachchi (raw) and pakki (cooked). The distinctive flavor of Hyderabadi biryani comes from its unique cooking method, where raw rice and raw meat are combined and cooked together with a blend of aromatic spices, setting it apart from other culinary styles where the meat and rice are prepared separately.
For those looking to experience authentic Hyderabadi Biryani, TasteAtlas suggests visiting establishments like Hotel Shadab, Cafe Bahar, Bawarchi, Paradise, and ITC Kohenur.
The top four spots on the list were dominated by Japan. Claiming the first position is Negitorodon, a simple Japanese dish made of raw fatty tuna served over rice. Following closely in second place is Sushi, Japan’s most renowned culinary dish, typically prepared with rice and various fillings rolled in a sheet of dry seaweed. Kaisendon from Japan secured the third position, while Otoro nigiri sushi took the fourth spot, and Peru’s Arroz tapado rounded out the top five.
How Is The List Curated
The rankings on TasteAtlas are determined by audience ratings, utilizing a variety of methods to identify genuine users while disregarding inputs from bots or those driven by nationalistic or local pride. For the “Top 100 Rice Dishes in the World” list, as of November 15, 2025, a total of 32,242 ratings were collected, with 21,218 verified as legitimate by the system.
