Try Fine Dining With A Hanging Restaurant Twist At The Biswa Bangla Gate

Imagine having a candlelight dinner at a hanging restaurant in Kolkata, reminiscing about the breathtaking views of the city paired with great food and company! You can relish this experience at the Biswa Bangla Gate, an oval-shaped hanging restaurant perched at a height of 55 metres, popularly known as Kolkata Gate. It acts as a gateway to modern Kolkata, welcoming one and all as they land at the airport and begin driving into the city.

The structure is made of steel and glass, a unique addition to the many architectural marvels of the city. The facade is made of toughened glass along with laminated silicone sheets that can withstand gale-force winds, hailstorms and extreme heat. It is easily one-of-a-kind modern architectural marvel that can stand the test of time. 

This site has a lot to offer for both day and nighttime visitors. Those visiting during the day can enjoy the breathtaking view from above and shop their favourite goodies from a quaint curio shop, all while enjoying their favourite cup of tea. Nighttime visitors, on the other hand, have access to the fine-dining restaurant serving up one of the tastiest delicacies one can find in town, all at a very reasonable rate.

The glittering 360-degree panoramic view of the city is the highlight of the restaurant. It has the capacity to seat 72 people at any given point in time. Plus, it's a multi-cuisine restaurant dishing out cuisines from all across the globe so be rest assured there's going to be something for everyone. The kitchen is located on the ground floor, so your food comes up to the restaurant via a service lift. We suggest you try their scrumptious Kebabs and finish your meal with the Daab Ice Cream. 

The interiors of the restaurant are adorned with murals of all things that capture the essence of Calcutta —Ma Durga portrait, a cute sketch of a Bengali Bor-Bou, a hand-pulled rickshaw with Howrah Bridge in the backdrops, a royal tiger portrait and much more. The whole area is equipped with free Wi-Fi, ensuring you don't face any network issues at that height. Picture enthusiasts, there are designated selfie zones for your aesthetic feeds and one of the backdrops even looks like the river Ganges with a boat on it. To book your spot, you need to buy the restaurant tickets through the HIDCO website or BookMyShow.

Price: INR 1,000 for two (approx.)

Timings: 12 PM to 4 PM and 7 PM to 10 PM

Google Rating: 4.5/5

There is no washroom available on the hanging restaurant above the ground floor. So, if you're going with kids, make sure you use the one at the ticket counter before making your way upwards. Also, make sure you turn up in formal, as sweatpants and slippers are a strict no-no.