Tucked away in the historic heart of Murshidabad, Friend’s Kitchen quietly redefines the city’s dining narrative, fusing heirloom Bengali flavours with pan-Indian flair. In a region where restaurants often echo colonial recipes, this unassuming eatery celebrates hyper-local produce—riverine hilsa, backyard chillies, hand-pounded spices—served on kansa thalis beneath soft tube-light glow. For travellers tracing India’s culinary map beyond clichés, Friend’s Kitchen offers a palate-shifting pause: a modest doorway where ghee-laced biryanis meet riverfront stories, proving that India’s next unforgettable bite can rise from the most unheralded alleyway.
Hazarduari, Murshidabad, West Bengal 742160, India
+91 75674 11818
Tucked near Hazarduari in Murshidabad, Friend’s Kitchen turns out remarkably consistent North Indian and Bengali plates—think fragrant mutton kosha and light, ghee-touched basmati—at prices that belie the quality; service is swift, the small dining room spotless, and the 4.6 rating feels earned rather than padded.
| Sunday | 5–10:30 PM |
| Monday | 5–10:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5–10:30 PM |
| Friday | 5–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
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Where exactly is Friend’s Kitchen located in Murshidabad?
Friend’s Kitchen sits just 200 metres from the Hazarduari Palace main gate at Hazarduari, Murshidabad, West Bengal 742160, making it the closest sit-down restaurant to the monument for a quick Bengali–Mughlai bite after your heritage walk.
How can I reserve a table or ask about the day’s specials?
Call the direct line +91 75674 11818 between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m.; the staff will hold your table for 15 minutes and happily read out the tandoor, thali and biryani options that change daily.
What kind of cuisine and price range should I expect?
Expect authentic Mughlai paratha, kosha mangsho and basmati biryanis alongside light Bengali veg thalis, with most dishes between ₹120 and ₹320, so a hearty meal for two usually lands under ₹700 including chilled lassi.
Is the restaurant hygienic and family-friendly?
The outlet maintains a 4.6-star average from over 400 reviews, praising its clean open kitchen, prompt service and separate kids’ seating, so families can relax with confidence after touring the palace.
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