Charminar Indian Restaurant & Catering in Alpharetta specializes in authentic Hyderabadi and South Indian cuisine, including a wide array of vegetarian, vegan, and halal meat options. They offer a diverse menu for dine-in, takeout, and catering services.
Signature Biryanis & Pulaos
The restaurant is well known for its dum biryanis, which are slow-cooked to perfection.
Hyderabadi Chicken Dum Biryani: A signature dish featuring bone-in chicken marinated overnight with yogurt and house spices.
Hyderabadi Goat Dum Biryani: A popular weekend special with bone-in goat (limited to Friday–Sunday).
Charminar Boneless Chicken Biryani: Boneless chicken tossed in a signature Andhra green-chili and coriander masala.
Vegetable Dum Biryani and Paneer Biryani: Flavorful options for vegetarians.
Ulavacharu Chicken Dum Biryani: An Andhra-style delicacy made with rich horse gram extract.
Bucket Biryani Deals: Family-sized portions with a free appetizer for special events or large orders.
Appetizers & Indo-Chinese Delights
Charminar offers a variety of starters and popular Indo-Chinese dishes.
Chicken 65: Boneless fried chicken tossed with curry leaves and spices.
Crispy Cauliflower: Cauliflower florets stir-fried in an Indo-Chinese sauce.
Vegetable Samosas: Classic crispy dumplings stuffed with spiced potatoes and peas.
Chili Chicken / Paneer: Boneless chicken or cottage cheese stir-fried with bell peppers and onions in a chili sauce.
Pani Puri: A popular Indian street food item, often offered as an unlimited special on Tuesdays (Chat Night).
Main Courses & Breads
The menu includes various curries and fresh tandoor breads.
Butter Chicken: Boneless chicken in a rich, creamy tomato and cashew gravy.
Chicken Tikka Masala: Grilled chicken in a spiced tomato cream sauce.
Gongura Chicken/Mutton: Curries cooked with the distinctive tangy flavor of "Gongura Leaves".
Shahi Paneer: Soft paneer simmered in a creamy, cashew-based gravy.
Garlic Naan: Tandoor-baked bread with garlic and herbs.
Onion Kulcha: Leavened flatbread stuffed with spiced onion mixture.