20 Best Restaurants To Visit In Kolkata In 2025

Order the iconic Chelo Kebab, served with Tehdig/aromatic rice, a dollop of butter, and grilled tomato, as well as Jujeh/chicken and Koobideh/lamb keema kebab. Enjoy signature prawn cocktails, Harem's Joy Liver Fry, Beckty Meunier, or the famous sizzlers. If you are a vegetarian, then don't miss out on their Persian Pulao and Nentara, which is a chef’s special. For dessert, a pistachio ice cream seals the deal.

Must-Try: Chelo kebab, prawn cocktails, Persian Pulao, Nentara

Google Rating: 4.2/5

Timing: 12 PM - 11 PM

Price: INR 1,400 for two

Contact: 03322298841

Instagram: @petercactcalcutta

Facebook: Peter Cat

They have a delicious baked Alaska that is a true representation of what a dessert should be. Then there are sizzlers that tend to dominate the spotlight, and devilled crab, which is a personal favourite! We recommend their A la Kiev for a taste explosion.

Must-Try: Lobster Thermidor, Chicken Stroganoff, Chicken Tetrazzini, and Chicken Steak Sizzler

Google Rating: 4.3/5

Timing: 11 AM - 11 PM

Price: INR 950 onwards

Contact: 03340655380

Instagram: @mocambocalcutta

MOK promises a gastronomic adventure that honours the use of tawa, tandoor, and sigri in traditional kebab preparation. Sirajul Rahaman, the executive sous chef, is renowned for his creative approach that emphasises traditional methods to guarantee that each kebab served is a work of art. With a glass of your fav cocktail, order Bhutte Matar ki Shammi, Tandoori Jhinga, Dal MOK with Khameeri roti, Mutton Galouti, and Tawa Macchi.

Must-Try: Mutton Galouti, Tawa Macchi, Tandoori Jhinga

Google Rating: 4.6/5

Timing: 7 PM - 11:30 PM

Price: INR 250 for two

Contact: 08584077001

Instagram: @mokatnovotelkolkata

Facebook: Novotel Kolkata

Ideal for a get-together with friends, a date night, or a family meal. The Shepherd's Pie here is heaven-sent. The chicken-mushroom starter is excellent, and the Makhmali Cheese Kebab is basically Chef's kiss! It is unrivalled in terms of jazz, nostalgia, and atmosphere. Want something quieter? Sneak into The Other Room or The Tavern, Trincas' hidden gems. Additionally, the staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming, like a warm hug on a chilly day!

Must-Try: Cinnamon Apple Julep, LIIT, Caramel custard, Shepherd's Pie and Makhmali Cheese Kebab

Google Rating: 4.4/5

Timing: 11:30 AM - 12:45 AM

Price: INR 850 for two 

Contact: 08240259201

Instagram: @trincasrestaurant

Facebook: Trincas

Start with the Bonne Femme Roasted Duck, which is served with pea mash and a zesty cranberry chilli glaze, and finish with Dubai Chocolate Kunafa with Nolen Gur Ice Cream. You should definitely include Bonne Femme on your list. Sudip Mullick and Moushumi Sircar are the creative and loving forces behind this quaint, picturesque cafe. The food isn't the only attraction; the setting is conducive to lively discussions and striking photographs. 

Must-Try: Bonne Femme Roasted Duck, Nolen Gur Ice Cream, Baked Chicken Rosogolla

Google Rating: 4.4/5

Timing: 12 PM - 11 PM

Price: INR 1,000 for two

Contact: 06292285161

Instagram: @bonnefemmekolkata

Facebook: Bonne Femme

For the table, order Vegetarian Mezze Platter, Lobster Linguine, Banana Blossom Salad, Tiramisu, Yellow Taxi, and Salted Lychee Martini. The gourmet dining spot, which spans 6,200 square feet and can accommodate 115 people, is located on the rooftop of a busy Shakespeare Sarani building.

Must-Try: Lobster Linguine, Yellow Taxi, Salted Lychee Martini, Tiramisu Box

Google Rating: 4.1/5

Timing: 12 PM - 12 AM

Price: INR 2,000 for two

Instagram: @olivecafekolkata

With Chef Rahul Gomes Pereira at the helm, the club's menu is a gastronomic feast. The Signature Guacamole and Choriço Hummus, Grilled lamb chops covered in a delicious Parmesan fonduta, a Pumpkin Risotto with truffle, and the Baked Brie, which is so rich that it almost melts in one bite. The cherry on top is a sauce made with hibiscus and raspberry. For cocktails, Pistola Picante On Wheels, The Last Tram's margarita, and the Old Fashioned Coffee House take the spotlight.

Must-Try: Signature Guacamole and Choriço Hummus, Pistola Picante On Wheels and Baked Brie

Google Rating: 4.8/5

Timing: 5 PM-12 AM, Monday-Tuesday; 5 PM-1 AM, Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday; 5 PM-2 AM, Friday and Saturday.

Price: INR 2,800 for two

Contact: +917003948087

Instagram: @atm.calcutta

Facebook: À Ta Maison- Private Member's Club

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If you're looking for a spot, this is it. SOCIAL's L.I.I.Ts have become a cult favourite, known for igniting crazy stories and memorable evenings. With 500ml and 1000ml pours of Classic, Toxic, and Electric paired with the latest menu that features Kimchi Momo Ramen, Toast-E-Galawati, Avocado Toast, Banoffee Pie, and Shams' Signature Burger, you've got yourself a weekend's worth of hangovers.

Must-Try: Toast-E-Galawati, Classic Ham Cheese and Tenderloin Fried Egg and Sauerkraut, Coconut Water Matcha Latte

Google Rating: 4.2/5

Timing: 11 AM - 12 AM

Price: INR 800 for two

Contact: 08657035260

Instagram: @parkstreetsocial

Facebook: Social Offline

Run by Monica Liu, Tung Fong is an iconic restaurant on Park Street with a sophisticated seating arrangement and elegant interiors. If wine and dine is your thing, then this is the place to go. Make sure to order their Kung Pao Chicken, Veggie Wantons, and Chilli Garlic Pepper Fish. They offer both buffet and à la carte options. We suggest ordering Mixed Fried Rice, Mixed Hakka Chowmin, and Shanghai Chicken as your main course.

Must-Try: Kung Pao Chicken, Chilli Garlic Pepper Fish and Mixed Hakka Chowmin.

Google Rating: 4.4/5

Timing: 12:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Price: INR 1,200 for two

Contact: 09831572918

Burma Burma at Park Street serves only vegetarian food. Intriguing facts about Burma and the featured meals are interspersed throughout the physical menu card. Taste the Taro and Moringa soup, Samosa soup, Mustard Edamame rice, Baby Potato Curry, Stir Fry Vegetables, and Burmese Style Sanwin. Their Ragoon baked milk is extremely similar to a Tres Leches.

Must-Try: Taro and Biscoff bubble tea, Burma Bombe, Chilli Tangy Chickpea Tohu, Burma Burma Oh No Khaosuey

Google Rating: 4.6/5

Timing: 12 PM to 3:30 PM and 6 PM to 11 PM

Price: INR 1,800 onwards 

Contact: 09920240097

Instagram: @burmaburmaindia

Facebook: Burma Burma

Chaanp and biryani are a match made in heaven. The Chicken Malai Kebab, Reshmi Kebab, Special Arsalan Kebab, Nalli Gosht, Special Mutton Biryani, Tandoori Roti and Firni are just foodgasmic! What sets Arsalan apart is its quality and consistency, no matter the crowd. But we recommend you reserve a table beforehand because the people of this city love their Arsalan biryani a lot.

Must-Try: Chaanp and Tandoori Roti, Nalli Gosht, Special Arsalan Kebab

Google Rating: 4/5

Timing: 11 AM - 12 PM

Price: INR 2,000 for two

Contact: 08697019797

Instagram: @arsalanrestaurantandcaterer

Facebook: Arsalan Restaurant & Caterer

Visit The Yellow Turtle and savour a menu that combines comfort and a diverse range of flavours. The thoughtfully chosen menu offers everything for every taste and mood. Get some Thai Coconut Pudding, Nasi Goreng, Prawn Tempura, Crystal Hot Basil Veg and Katsu Chicken to go with your beers. It's a brand-new location that you should definitely check out!

Must-Try: Nasi Goreng, Prawn Tempura, Crystal Hot Basil Veg and Katsu Chicken

Google Rating: 4.8/5

Timing: 12 PM - 11:45 PM

Price: INR 2,500 for two

Contact: +919123817607

Instagram: @theyellowturtlerestro

Facebook: The Yellow Turtle - Asian Dining & Cafe

Try the Korean BBQ at Momo I Am, regardless of whether you like the cuisine or not. Everything from the gyoza at the start to the barbecue food items like seaweed, dipping sauces, kimchi, and gimbap is wonderful. What we loved about the place was how the meat and enoki mushrooms were perfectly grilled when we visited them. And the finest aspect? They also offer the perfect drink—soju!!

Must-Try: Tteok Bokki, Sigumchi Namui, Kimbap, Budae Jjigae, Matcha, Taro

Google Rating: 4.2/5

Timing: 12 PM - 10 PM

Price: INR 2,000 onwards

Contact: 08017421170

Instagram: @momoiam_kolkata

Facebook: Momo I Am

Regarded as one of the world's top 50 greatest restaurants, Yauatcha is a must-visit. Try the Port Klang-style chilli prawns, chicken Shanghai dumplings, Shui Mai chicken and prawns, and the well-known chocolate pebble and raspberry and chocolate delice desserts. Drink some Lalou and Citrus Martini.

Must-Try: Pan-fried Charcoal Lamb Buns, Chicken Wrapped in Pak Choi, Dimsums in Szechuan sauce, Macaroons

Google Rating: 4.4/5

Timing: 12 PM - 11:45 PM

Price: INR 2,000 for two

Contact: 09222222800

Instagram: @yauatchakolkata

Facebook: Yauatcha Kolkata

Choose from over 22 speciality cocktails along with the culinary selection, including Indian, fusion, Oriental, Mexican, and Italian dishes. For the table, order up Seasonal Alphonso Mango Beer, Ginger Fizz, Essence, Tiki Tiki, Gin, Old-Fashioned, and Bourbon Whisky with pomegranate and mint. To complement your drinks, consider adding Grilled Exotic Risotto, Penne Paprika Cream, Non-Veg Platter, and Choco Hazelnut Mousse to the side.

Must-Try: Grilled Exotic Risotto, Penne Paprika Cream, Non-Veg Platter, and Choco Hazelnut Mousse

Google Rating: 4.8/5

Timing: 12 PM - 11:45 PM

Price: INR 1,400 + taxes – INR 1,600 + taxes for two

Contact: 08068974757

Instagram: @olterraindia

Facebook: Olterra

Blue Poppy Thakali is high on Buddhist and Nepali culture. The thali makes for a whole meal with portions of rice, bread, black dal, meat or veg sabzi, greens and salad. What, of course, sets this thali apart is the presence of at least three types of achaar (pickle) in it. The other thing that you must try when at Blue Poppy Thakali is the Nepali essential dish of Sel Roti. Nepali alu cheese momo that comes stuffed with spicy alu topped with cheese is yummy!

Must-Try: Pickled Pork Trotters, Momos, Thakali thali, Sel Roti, Nepali Alu Dum

Google Rating: 4.3/5

Timing: 12 PM - 9:30 PM

Price: INR 950 for two

Instagram: @bluepoppythakali

Facebook: The Blue Poppy Thakali

The atmosphere and live music will transport you back to the mid-1990s. The caramel custard is so delicious that it may blow your mind, and the turkey and kebabs are simply magical. The baked fish is just a chef's kiss! Since it is more than 150 years old, you can picture the atmosphere here. You can enjoy it with your friends, family, or your special someone.

Must-Try: Roasted duck, Chicken Tetrazzini, Prawn Cocktail

Google Rating: 4/5

Timing: 11 AM - 11 PM

Price: NR 1,400 for two 

Contact: 0332229 9397

Perhaps Kolkata’s most iconic soup, as soon as the mercury starts dipping, we find ourselves heading to this hole-in-the-wall joint. Don’t be deceived by its appearance; Eau Chew may not be elaborate, but its Chimney Soup is legendary and rightfully so. A piping hot bowl of broth with an egg freshly cracked over it – it'll feed at least four people, twice!

Must-Try: Chimney Soup, Fried Chilli Pork, Schezwan Noodles

Google Rating: 4.1/5

Timing: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM and 6 PM - 10 PM. Closed on Sundays

Price: INR 700 for two

Facebook: Eau Chew Restaurant

Try the Whipped Burrata, the Argentine Margherita pizza, Pulled Pork Waffle (and all the other waffles too, they are delicious), and more. They have a special egg section too! Don't forget to keep some space for desserts! The view as the sun sets over Kolkata and turns into twilight is breathtaking and golden. 

Must-Try: Millefeuille, Croque madame, Argentine margherita, whipped Burrata, and pulled pork waffles, handcrafted pizzas, rich chocolate fondant and tiramisu

Google Rating: 4.3/5

Price: INR 1,500 for two

Contact: 12 PM - 12 AM

Instagram: @la.artisan

Facebook: La Artisan

If you're craving Chinese food, order a dish of Crispy Corn & Crispy Baby Corn, Hot & Sour and Sweet Corn Soup, Fried Rice, Hakka Noodles, Manchurian, and Crystal & Cream Cheese dim sum. However, the Pindi Chana, Paneer Makhani, Cheese Naan, Masal Kulcha, Butter Chicken, and Mutton Roganjosh are all delicious if you want to go all out with lots of flavour explosions.

Must Try: Special surprise sauce condiment, Chinese salad, Dahi kebab, Kali daal, brownies, and darsaan for desserts

Google Rating: 4.4/5

Timing: 11:30 AM - 11 PM

Price: INR 1,400 for two people.

Contact: 03346021224

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