Bangladesh Made Easy
Restaurants & Clubs
Chef’s Table – Unimart (Dhaka)
Location: Top Floor, Unimart, Dhaka
Cuisine: Multi-cuisine food court
Tags: #Multi-cuisine, #Casualdining, #Family-friendly, #Phuchka
A lively food court offering a wide range of local and international cuisines under one roof. Ideal when you want variety. Popular picks include burgers, Asian dishes, salads, and local snacks. The phuchka is especially well liked.
Pansha (Dhaka)
Location: Dhaka
Cuisine: Traditional Bangladeshi
Tags: #Biryani, #Localcuisine, #Bengaliflavours
Known for its traditional Bangladeshi cooking, Pansha is especially praised for its quail biryani, a unique offering rarely found elsewhere.
Beauty Boarding (Old Dhaka)
Location: Johnson Road / Nazirabazar
Cuisine: Traditional Bangladeshi
Tags: #Heritagedining, #Localfavourite, #Lassi, #Falooda
A historic institution in Old Dhaka, famous for its classic Bengali dishes as well as its iconic lassi and falooda. A must-visit for those interested in Dhaka’s culinary heritage.
Haji Biryani (Old Dhaka)
Location: Old Dhaka
Cuisine: Dhakaiya / Traditional
Tags: #Biryani, #Iconiceatery, #Localclassic
One of Dhaka’s most legendary food spots, best known for its rich, aromatic mutton biryani. Simple setting, consistently popular.
Near Kolatoli – Cox’s Bazar
Falong Zee
Location: Near Kolatoli Beach
Cuisine: Rakhine / Regional
Tags: #Rakhinecuisine, #Localspecialty, #Bamboo chicken
Specialises in Rakhine cuisine and coastal flavours. The bamboo chicken is highly recommended and should be ordered in advance.
Poushi
Location: Kolatoli Road
Cuisine: Bengali
Tags: Bengali cuisine, Seafood, Local dining
A popular choice for traditional Bengali meals and seafood. Well reviewed for flavour and portion sizes.
Note: Does not accept card payments.
Al Goni
Location: Kolatoli Road
Cuisine: Bengali
Tags: #Bengalicuisine, #Casualdining, #Family-friendly
Serves classic Bengali dishes and is a reliable option for straightforward, hearty meals near Kolatoli.
Prasad Paradise
Location: Near Kolatoli
Cuisine: BBQ / Seafood
Tags: #BBQ, #Seafood, #Touristfavourite
Well known for grilled seafood and BBQ. The red snapper BBQ is particularly recommended. Some diners suggest skipping the king fish, which is often considered overrated.
Near Inani – Cox’s Bazar
Palongki
Location: Near Inani / Cox’s Bazar
Cuisine: Bengali & International
Tags: #Mixedcuisine, #Seafood, #Groupdining
Offers both Bengali and international dishes, making it suitable for groups with varied preferences. Reviews are mixed, but the menu variety and location make it a convenient stop.
Shalik Restaurant
Location: Cox’s Bazar
Cuisine: Seafood / Bengali
Tags: #Seafood, #Beachsidedining
Frequently recommended for fresh seafood and local dishes, especially by visitors staying near the beach.
Salt Bistro & Cafe
Location: Cox’s Bazar
Cuisine: Fusion / Café
Tags: #Café, #Fusioncuisine, #Relaxedambience
A modern café-style restaurant offering a mix of seafood, grilled items, and international comfort food. Popular for its ambience and relaxed dining experience.
