Cilantro The Biryani Club

Cilantro: The Biryani Club operates as a Muslim-owned halal-certified Indian cuisine specialist strategically located at 102 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427396, within the vibrant Joo Chiat cultural district, serving diverse communities with authentic Hyderabadi biryani preparations and comprehensive Indian dishes that celebrate traditional cooking techniques and aromatic spice combinations characteristic of premium Indian Muslim cuisine. This establishment functions as a recently rebranded restaurant (taking over from Walakku in November 2024) that specializes in "Biryani - Chicken, Beef, Lamb, Fish, Prawn and Jackfruit" preparations alongside traditional Indian accompaniments including naan, tandoori, tikka, masala, and haleem that demonstrate the restaurant's comprehensive mastery of Indian culinary traditions. Cilantro's strategic location within Joo Chiat's established cultural dining corridor ensures convenient access for local residents, Indian food enthusiasts, and cultural tourists seeking authentic halal Indian cuisine experiences in one of Singapore's most culturally diverse and food-focused neighborhoods.

Cilantro: The Biryani Club specializes in premium biryani preparations featuring three signature offerings: Hyderabad Dum Chicken (3), Hyderabad Dum Lamb (8), and Wagyu Brisket (8), alongside innovative specialty preparations such as Angus Tomahawk Biryani and IGA Beef Ribs Biryani that showcase the restaurant's commitment to both traditional cooking methods and premium ingredient sourcing. The restaurant operates Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM within a vibrant red-themed interior that features walls explaining the business story, creating an immersive cultural dining environment where "the aromatic smell of briyani straight from the pot adds to the excitement as you step in." Customer experiences highlight exceptional dishes such as the Royal Platter for 2-3 people (8) featuring marinated lamb racks, wagyu beef brisket, pepper prawns, and chicken tandoori served with aromatic biryani, alongside popular combinations like Garlic Cheese Naan (.50) paired with Butter Chicken (6) that create comprehensive Indian dining experiences.

The restaurant's Muslim ownership and halal certification provide essential authenticity and religious compliance for Singapore's Muslim community seeking genuine Indian cuisine experiences that preserve traditional cooking methods and spice combinations while ensuring complete dietary compliance through religious ownership principles. Cilantro: The Biryani Club's excellent customer reception (4.7/5.0 rating from 268 reviews) and focus on premium biryani specialization position the restaurant as both a neighborhood dining destination and a significant contributor to Joo Chiat's evolving cultural dining landscape that serves both traditional Indian cuisine enthusiasts and contemporary diners seeking innovative premium preparations. The establishment's recent rebranding and sustained success within Joo Chiat's competitive restaurant environment, combined with their comprehensive Indian menu offerings and premium ingredient approach, has positioned Cilantro as a trusted destination that successfully bridges traditional Indian culinary culture with contemporary Singapore's diverse dining expectations and premium food quality standards that characterize modern Indian restaurant excellence.