Ishtaa – Vegetarian Cuisine | Basheerbagh

Tucked amid Hyderabad’s bustling Basheerbagh lanes, Ishtaa quietly rewrites the city’s vegetarian script with a kitchen that treats plants like royalty. No mock-meat theatrics—just seasonal produce, heirloom spices and slow techniques lifted from temple kitchens across India, plated for the 2025 diner. From a smoky jackfruit galouti that melts like kebab to a saffron-edged bisibelebath finished at the table, every dish whispers tradition while winking at innovation.

Address

5-10-173, VASANTHA CHAMBERS, Fateh Maidan Lane, Band Colony, Basheer Bagh, Hyderabad, Telangana 500004, India

Phone

+91 78158 63006

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4.6/5 (Read the Reviews)

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Ishtaa in Basheerbagh proves that vegetarian food need not be an afterthought: the kitchen turns out crisp-edged paneer tikka, velvet-smooth palak makai, and a surprisingly light biryani layered with saffron aroma, all served in a bright, uncluttered dining room that feels more boutique café than hotel coffee shop; service is brisk, prices hover at mid-range comfort, and the 4.6 rating reflects the steady stream of office crowds who return for the reliable lunch thali and late-evening filter coffee.

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What kind of vegetarian dishes can I expect at Ishtaa in Basheerbagh?

Ishtaa celebrates South Indian and North Indian classics—think ghee-rich bisibelebath, fluffy idlis, crispy dosas, paneer makhani, and seasonal vegetable biryanis—all prepared without onion or garlic to suit satvik and Jain preferences.

How do I reserve a table at Ishtaa, Basheerbagh?

Simply call +91 78158 63006 between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m.; mention your preferred date, time, and party size, and the staff will confirm within minutes, or walk in to 5-10-173, Vasantha Chambers, Fateh Maidan Lane, where prompt seating is usually available.

Is the restaurant convenient for office-goers around Basheerbagh?

Yes, the central location opposite the Basheerbagh flyover offers quick access from Lakdikapul, Abids, and Nampally, ample parking, and a 15-minute express lunch thali that lets you return to your desk well within the break.

Does Ishtaa offer delivery or takeaway in Hyderabad?

While the dine-in experience earns a 4.6-star rating, you can also order through Swiggy and Zomato for contactless delivery or collect parcel packs at the counter, ensuring the same fresh, aromatic food reaches your home or office.