Compared to the Norris Road outlet, the newer Mr. Biryani at 11 Chander Road is a lot more spacious, bright and comfortable. It was great to see Mr. Govind, the Founder of the brand, when T.H. and I took my parents there for an early dinner one evening.
We are familiar with the menu and knew quite quickly what to select. First and foremost, the vegetarian Brinjal Dhum Biryani ($9.90++). It was every bit the fabulous flavourbomb we remember and love! Buried in the aromatic, light and fluffy grains of rice were a few round eggplants which had become extremely soft and tasty in the cooking process. If there is one dish I deem a must-try at #mrbiryanisg, it would be this. I am forever grateful to my friend S.Z. for introducing my family and I to it during 2020’s Circuit Breaker.
The other dish which I feel should not be missed is the Andra Chilli Chicken ($12.90++). I swear breast meat has never been tenderer. Because there’s some serious sorcery with yogurt and spices at work, this incredibly delicious stirfried item can easily convince dark meat lovers to enjoy white meat.
All of us are crazy for the Bhindi Masala at Mr. Biryani as well. The thick and luscious gravy which the still-crunchy lady’s fingers come in, is lick-the-bowl-clean worthy. Hence, the importance of ordering a basket of Naan to wipe up every bit. Our pick? The signature Garlic flavour ($4.90++).
Another vegetable dish we chose on this visit was the Gobi Manchurian ($10.90++). Deep-fried, the chunky florets of cauliflower came coated in sweet and spicy ginger garlic sauce.
While my parents like pairing their food with cold Mango Lassi, T.H. is all about the Masala Tea and had 4 mini glasses in total ($2++ each). Served hot, it is potently fragrant from spices.
Thank you Mr. Govind for letting us try the Urad Dal. It seems that Mr. Biryani is the only place in Singapore to offer this nutritious dessert made purely from black lentils. A little coconut cream and cardamom are used to dress it. Such a unique ending to our meal.