Nestled along the lively stretch of Newark Avenue in Jersey City, this spot draws those in search of hearty Indian comfort food with a focus on biryani. The menu centers around richly spiced rice dishes paired with various curries and roasts, including options like goat, chicken, and vegetarian selections. Alongside the biryanis, there’s an array of traditional breads baked in a clay oven—from garlic naan to stuffed chicken tikka naan—that complement the main plates well.
The atmosphere here tends to be casual and bustling, reflecting the busy energy of the neighborhood. While the decor is straightforward, the environment feels welcoming and suited for groups, solo diners, and families alike. The service is generally friendly and attentive, helping maintain a comfortable pace even when the place fills up during lunch and dinner hours. It’s also a spot where college students and tourists mingle with locals, drawn by the regional flavors and relaxed vibe.
People often come here looking for a satisfying meal that’s more about authenticity than flair. The late-night availability and quick bites make it a go-to for anyone wanting a flavorful, unfussy dining experience. Whether grabbing a vegetarian lunch combo on a weekday or settling in for a layered chicken biryani, visitors tend to appreciate the straightforward, approachable style of the food and the down-to-earth feel of the place.
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in
Serves local specialty
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Wheelchair accessible seating
No Wheelchair accessible entrance
No Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Comfort food
Late-night food
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegetarian options
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Counter service
Dessert
Table service
Restroom
Casual
Trendy
College students
Groups
Tourists
Accepts reservations
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Good for kids
Free street parking
On-site parking
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
"Excellent food, service and quality and quantity of food for the price."
"Having ordered for Rice and Chicken (gravy), I was given Rice and Chicken fry."
"Yummy and spicy Indian best Indian restaurant in north jersey"
5 Awesome food... We ordered egg biryani, house special chicken curry, garlic naan, chicken biryani. The biryanis are damn tasty and the curry was mouth watering. I know some people are not great fan of South Indian food,the house special chicken curry is kinda south indian style and I loved it. I would suggest this place to all the biryani lovers.
4 Food is excellent. Known for biryanis. There is natu kodi chicken Biriyani which is not dum biryani yet tastes good. Double ka metha dessert tastes good too though not authentic style. Ambience is okay. Restrooms need more attention. Management/servers are friendly. This is like a super busy restaurant. Fast going. It is located on a busy Indian street called Newark avenue where the street has all the Indian stores.
5 After reading the old reviews I was scared to go in but turned out to have a great experience ordered couple of starters and biriyanis everyone enjoyed it If you want to eat something Hyderabad style this is a go to place and the waiters were so friendly and polite
4 If you’re looking for an authentic Indian cuisine experience then I’d totally recommend this place especially if you’re into biryani. Their Chicken Dum Biryani is just amazing and the flavours remind me the taste of Hyderabadi biryani so if you’re a biryani lover definitely try their chicken dum biryani without failure. Their Vegetarian dishes is just as delicious .
5 Absolutely loved my experience at Biryani Pot! The food was incredibly flavorful — especially the biryani, which was rich, aromatic, and perfectly spiced. The service was prompt and the staff was very courteous and friendly. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, making it a great spot to enjoy a relaxed meal with friends or family. Definitely coming back again soon! Highly recommend it if you’re craving authentic Indian flavors.
4 There were many restaurants in jersey city indian street but most of them are falling apart in keeping up with the tastes. Biryani pot was one restaurants which is still standing out and tastes amazing for biryanis. Try it out. I got the vegetable biryani picked up but they missed giving raitha and salan which is very disappointing and hence 1 ⭐ less.
5 Biriyani Pot never disappoints! I especially enjoyed the Vijayawada boneless chicken biriyani and the boneless special biriyani—perfectly cooked, flavorful, and truly delicious. The staff was extremely kind and friendly, making the whole experience even better. Highly recommend this place for biriyani lovers!
4 They have good biryani or classic fried rice , however their crispy chicken lacks a bit of spicy and is rather Sweety. Maybe it is the time when we had the food here. Also the ac was broken so we had to bear with the heat and eat the food. Overall it was decent for you to try another place to eat. Menu has limited options so not much to give a thought to. It is usually busy
Biryani Pot is famous for its flavorful biryanis, especially the chicken dum biryani and house special chicken curry, which many customers recommend trying.
Yes, Biryani Pot offers both quick bites and comfortable sit-down dining, making it suitable for casual visits or a relaxed meal with friends and family.
It’s great for solo dining as well as groups, with a lively atmosphere that welcomes college students, tourists, and families alike.
Yes, the restaurant offers delicious vegetarian dishes alongside their signature biryanis.
The restaurant has wheelchair accessible seating but does not have wheelchair accessible entrances or parking.
You can pay using credit cards, debit cards, or NFC mobile payments for convenience.
| Monday | 11:00 AM - 01:00 AM |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM - 01:00 AM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM - 01:00 AM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 AM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 AM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM - 01:00 AM |
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