A little about this place
About Student Tasty Biryani by Otaaq Cuisine
Student Tasty Biryani by Otaaq Cuisine is a small Pakistani and Indian biryani counter at 408 Dalhousie Street, near the ByWard Market. Chicken biryani in several styles, including achari, Bombay dum and shahi, leads the menu, alongside nihari, lamb paya, karahi, butter chicken, samosas and doodh pati chai, with student-friendly prices. There are only a few seats, so most orders are taken out or delivered.
Signature dishes
- Chicken Dum Biryani
- Lamb & Veal Biryani
- Chicken Tikka Biryani
- Chapli Kabab
- Beef Nihari
HFP review summary
What diners mention
Research updated ·
4.6 / 5383 Google reviews · saved total
Saved ratings and review totals may have changed.
Rating breakdown at this snapshot
- 5 stars
324 324 - 4 stars
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3 3 - 1 star
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What people enjoy
- Flavourful, well-spiced biryani in several styles, plus nihari and paya.
- Low, student-friendly prices for generous servings.
- Friendly, welcoming staff.
Compiled by Halal Food Pass from public reviewer opinions. Experiences vary; these comments have not been independently verified.
Good to know before you go
What is Student Tasty Biryani by Otaaq Cuisine known for?
Student Tasty Biryani by Otaaq Cuisine's listed signature dishes include Chicken Dum Biryani, Lamb & Veal Biryani, Chicken Tikka Biryani, Chapli Kabab.
Where is Student Tasty Biryani by Otaaq Cuisine located?
Student Tasty Biryani by Otaaq Cuisine is at 408 Dalhousie Street, Ottawa. Use the directions link on this page for the route to this branch.
What halal information is available for Student Tasty Biryani by Otaaq Cuisine?
Halal per directory listings, confirm specifics with the restaurant. This is restaurant-provided information; Halal Food Pass does not independently certify restaurants.

