Adaa
In the heart of Telangana, Adaa redefines luxury dining by weaving Deccan heritage into every course; set within a 1930s palace, the restaurant pairs slow-cooked kacchi gosht biryani with views of mirrored Chowmahalla courtyards, turning a meal into a regal journey.
TAJ FALAKNUMA PALACE, Engine Bowli, Falaknuma, Hyderabad, Telangana 500053, India
+91 40 6629 8585
4.6/5 (Read the Reviews)
Adaa, the refined Indian restaurant within Taj Falaknuma Palace, turns Hyderabadi court recipes into plated art—think haleem finished tableside, kacchi dum biryani sealed with dough and cracked open to release saffron steam, and desserts sweetened with palace-hive honey—served amid velvet chairs, mirrored peacock motifs and 4,000 candles that make the 4.6-star experience feel like a private nawabi feast 2,000 ft above the city; reserve through +91 40 6629 8585 or tajhotels.com.
| Sunday | 12:30–9 PM |
| Monday | 12:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 12:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 12:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 12:30–9 PM |
| Saturday | 12:30–9 PM |
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What kind of cuisine does Adaa serve?
Adaa showcases the royal kitchens of Hyderabad and the Deccan, presenting slow-cooked Hyderabadi dum biryani, fragrant haleem, and subtly spiced kormas in the Taj Falaknuma Palace, so every plate feels like a palace banquet served under glittering chandeliers.
Do I need to book a table in advance?
Because Adaa only seats a limited number of guests inside the 1893 palace, the restaurant strongly recommends reserving at least 24 hours ahead, especially on weekends, by calling +91 40 6629 8585 or using the Taj website.
Is there a dress code for dining at Adaa?
The palace setting calls for smart-casual attire—collared shirts or elegant kurtas for men, and tasteful dresses or sarees for women—so shorts, flip-flops, and sleeveless gym wear are politely discouraged.
How do I reach Adaa once I’m at Taj Falaknuma Palace?
After the hotel’s horse-drawn carriage drops you at the marble steps, staff will escort you through the Durbar Hall and up the granite staircase to Adaa on the first floor, a two-minute walk that feels like a mini palace tour.