Moti Mahal | মতি মহল
Hidden within the labyrinthine alleys of Murshidabad, Moti Mahal rises like a culinary mirage, its flickering lanterns echoing imperial feasts once served to Nawabs. Here, centuries-old recipes—sealed in stone handis, slow-cooked over charcoal—release aromas that blur the line between history and hunger, inviting modern travelers to taste the vanished grandeur of Bengal’s riverfront capital.
Motijhil Park Rd, Lalbagh, Murshidabad, West Bengal 742149, India
+91 80013 65365
4.8/5 (Read the Reviews)
Perched beside the placid Motijheel Lake in Murshidabad’s Lalbagh, Moti Mahal is more than a restaurant—it’s a heritage dining room where Mughal-era recipes meet Bengal’s subtle spice palette; the kitchen turns out fragrant mutton rezala, river-fresh bekti curry and saffron pulao under the same vaulted arches that once hosted nawabs, while the 4.8 rating reflects service that’s equal parts regal and warmly local, and the lakeside terrace lets you pair every bite with a breeze that smells of lotus bloom and centuries-old stories.
| Sunday | 8 AM–11 PM |
| Monday | 8 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–11 PM |
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Where exactly is Moti Mahal located in India?
Moti Mahal sits on MotiJhil Park Road in Lalbagh, within the historic town of Murshidabad, West Bengal 742149, roughly 200 km north of Kolkata and a short walk from the Hazarduari Palace complex.
How can I reserve a table or ask about the menu?
Call the restaurant directly on +91 80013 65365 between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m.; the manager will confirm your preferred time, note any dietary requests, and email the day’s menu if you ask.
Does Moti Mahal serve only Indian dishes or also continental options?
While the kitchen celebrates Mughlai and Bengali classics—think mutton rezala and ilish bhapa—the chef also offers continental grills, Chinese stir-fries, and vegan thalis so every guest finds a flavour match.
What do guests say about the overall experience?
Visitors consistently rate the eatery 4.8 out of 5, praising the river-view rooftop, polite staff, and fresh local spices that turn every meal into a memorable feast.