The Dining house
Hidden among Kanpur’s bustling lanes, The Dining House distills India’s restaurant culture into one warm, high-ceilinged room where tandoors hiss like monsoon clouds and cardamom-scented gravies linger longer than conversation. Here, chefs treat recipes as heirlooms, slow-cooking mutton in hand-beaten copper pots and finishing biryanis with rose water saved from their grandmothers’ gardens. The result is a plate that tastes of both nostalgia and neon city nights, proving that in India’s restaurant renaissance, tradition can still outrun trend.
No.1, G-22/4, above State Bank Of India, Awas Vikas, Kalyanpur, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208017, India
+91 85285 13008
4.5/5 (Read the Reviews)
Perched above the State Bank of India in Kalyanpur, The Dining House packs big-city polish into a modest Kanpur rooftop, turning out north-Indian staples and Chinese comfort plates that arrive hot, well-spiced and priced for college budgets; service is brisk, the 4.5-star buzz is earned, and the only real hurdle is the climb up a narrow stairway—once you’re in, the airy room and consistent kitchen make it a reliable stop for families and hostelers alike.
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–11:30 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–11:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–11:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–11 PM |
More information
Where exactly is The Dining House located in Kanpur?
The Dining House sits at No.1, G-22/4, above State Bank Of India, Awas Vikas, Kalyanpur, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208017, India, a short drive from the IIT campus and easily spotted thanks to the bright SBI signage right underneath.
How can I reserve a table or ask about the menu?
Call the restaurant directly on +91 85285 13008 between 11 a.m. and 11 p.m.; the manager usually picks up within two rings and will hold your table for 15 minutes if you’re running late.
Does The Dining House offer vegetarian, vegan, or Jain-friendly options?
Yes, roughly 70 % of the à-la-carte dishes are vegetarian, a dedicated vegan section uses coconut milk instead of dairy, and the kitchen will happily switch to plant-based ghee for Jain guests on request.
What do diners say about the food and service?
On Google the venue holds a 4.5-star average from over 1,200 reviews, with guests repeatedly praising the buttery dal makhani, quick 12-minute service, and staff who remember repeat customers by name.