Star Hotel & Kabab, better known as Star Kabab, has been serving Dhaka authentic Mughlai and Bengali food since 1968, from its roots in Thatari Bazar, Old Dhaka. It’s famous for Mutton Kacchi Biryani, Chicken Jhal Fry, charcoal-grilled Sheek Kebab and its towering Faluda. Today you’ll find Star Hotel & Kabab Dhaka outlets in Dhanmondi, Banani, Karwan Bazar, Farmgate, Wari, Elephant Road and Old Dhaka.
Good to know: despite the word “Hotel” in its name, Star Kabab Hotel & Restaurant is a restaurant chain, not a place to stay. In Bangladesh, “hotel” has long been used for eateries. This guide covers food, prices and outlets only.
Star Hotel & Kabab at a Glance
| Cuisine | Authentic Mughlai, traditional Bengali & North Indian |
| Heritage | Established 1968 in Thatari Bazar, Old Dhaka |
| Signature dishes | Mutton Kacchi Biryani with Kebab, Sheek Kebab, Chicken Jhal Fry, Nehari & Paya (breakfast), Faluda |
| Opening hours | Early morning (from around 6:30 AM for breakfast) until late night, daily; hours vary by branch |
| Price range | About ৳150–500 per person, outstanding value for heritage dining |
| Service | Dine-in, takeaway and home delivery (Foodpanda, Pathao Food) |
| Outlets | 11 branches across Dhaka |
| Recognition | Best Bangladeshi Restaurant, The Daily Star Foodiez Choice Awards 2015 |
Culinary Heritage & Brand Legacy
Star Kabab began as a single family-run eatery in Thatari Bazar, Old Dhaka, founded by Mir Momtaz Uddin and now run by the next generation of his family. Most sources date it to 1968, though Wikipedia lists 1965. Its Old Dhaka recipes for slow-cooked kacchi, rich nehari and smoky kebabs built a loyal following among traders, students and families.
Over the decades it grew into Dhaka’s best-known heritage restaurant chain, with 11 outlets from Wari and Gulistan to Dhanmondi and Banani. Each branch follows the same spice blends and cooking style, so a plate of Star Kabab authentic Kacchi Biryani tastes the same in Banani as it does in Old Dhaka. That consistency won it Best Bangladeshi Restaurant at The Daily Star Foodiez Choice Awards 2015.
Ambience & Dining Experience
Walk into any Star Hotel & Kabab and you’re greeted by the aroma of charcoal-grilled kebabs, ghee-laced biryani and fresh naan from the tandoor. The bigger branches spread across several air-conditioned floors, with long family tables and quick-moving waiters who know the menu by heart.
It’s busy, lively and family-friendly: office crowds at lunch, families at dinner and early risers queuing for nehari and paratha at breakfast. Service is famously fast, so food usually arrives within minutes, and the value for money keeps regulars coming back for decades.
Star Kabab Menu Price Guide (2026)
Below is the Star Kabab menu price list compiled from the chain’s current Foodpanda and Pathao Food listings. Star Hotel and Kabab food prices differ slightly between branches. Where a dish has no published price, it’s marked “Ask at counter”.
| Category | Item | Key Ingredients / Style | Price (BDT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast | Nehari (beef / mutton) | Slow-cooked shank stew with bone marrow | Ask at counter |
| Breakfast | Paratha (plain / special) | Layered flatbread from the tawa | ৳15 – ৳35 |
| Breakfast | Dal Puri, Paya, Sabzi & Dal | Lentil-stuffed puri, trotter soup, mixed vegetables | Ask at counter |
| Lunch & Dinner | Mutton Kacchi Biryani | Marinated mutton and aromatic rice, dum-cooked | ৳250 |
| Lunch & Dinner | Mutton Kacchi with Kebab | Kacchi served with a shami-style kebab | ৳280 |
| Lunch & Dinner | Mutton Kacchi with Kebab & Egg | The full kacchi plate | ৳300 |
| Lunch & Dinner | Chicken Biryani | Spiced chicken with fragrant rice | From ৳205 |
| Lunch & Dinner | Chicken Tawa Jhal Fry (half) | Fiery stir-fried chicken with onion and chilli | ৳240 |
| Lunch & Dinner | Chicken Bhuna Khichuri, Beef Kala Bhuna | Rice-lentil khichuri; dark, slow-roasted beef | Ask at counter |
| Kebabs & Naan | Beef Sheek Kebab | Minced beef on skewers, charcoal-grilled | ৳110 – ৳180 per sheek |
| Kebabs & Naan | Chicken Boti Kebab | Marinated boneless chicken pieces | ৳260 per sheek |
| Kebabs & Naan | Reshmi Kebab | Creamy, mildly spiced chicken kebab | Ask at counter |
| Kebabs & Naan | Special / Butter Naan | Fresh tandoor naan | ৳25 – ৳35 |
| Desserts & Drinks | Faluda | Ice cream, fruit, jelly, vermicelli and rose syrup | ৳140 |
| Desserts & Drinks | Firni | Chilled ground-rice pudding | ৳30 |
| Desserts & Drinks | Borhani, Lassi | Spiced yogurt drink; sweet yogurt shake | Ask at counter (Borhani is included in some combos) |
Star Hotel and Kabab Iftar Menu & Catering
During Ramadan, the Star Hotel and Kabab Iftar menu draws long queues for kebabs, haleem, jilapi, chola, beguni and boxed iftar platters. Its haleem has traditionally come from the Old Dhaka kitchen. Many branches also stay open late for sehri.
For offices, weddings and events, Star Kabab prepares bulk kacchi, biryani and kebab parcels. Place large orders a day or two ahead with your nearest branch.
Star Hotel & Kabab Outlets, Address & Contact Directory
Here’s every major Star Hotel and Kabab location in Dhaka (people also search for the “lokasion”). Phone numbers are shown where a current listing exists. For the others, order through Foodpanda or Pathao Food, or message the official Star Hotel and Kabab Facebook page.
Star Hotel & Kabab Dhanmondi (Road 2)
Address: Star Complex, 22 Bir Uttam M.A. Rob Road, Road 2, Dhanmondi, Dhaka
Phone: +880 1730-479802 (as listed)
Star Kabab Dhanmondi (Satmasjid Road)
Address: 754 Satmasjid Road, Dhanmondi (same building as Pizza Hut Dhanmondi)
Star Kabab Banani
Address: House 15, Road 17, Block C, Banani, Dhaka 1213
Phone: +880 1795-201347 (as listed)
Star Kabab Hotel & Restaurant Kawran Bazar
Address: Hotel Super Star, 44/A & 47 Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue, Karwan Bazar, Dhaka
Star Kabab Farmgate
Address: New Star Hotel & Restaurant, 96 Green Road, Farmgate, Dhaka
Star Kabab Wari
Address: Hotel Super, 17/18 Joy Kali Mondir Road, Rankin Street, Wari, Dhaka
Star Kabab Elephant Road (Star Palace)
Address: Star Palace, 66–67 Elephant Road, Dhaka
Star Kabab Thatari Bazar (the original, Old Dhaka)
Address: Hotel Star, 101–102 B.C.C. Road, Thatari Bazar, Old Dhaka
Star Kabab Gulistan & Johnson Road
Gulistan: Rajdhani Hotel & Restaurant, 7/B B.B. Avenue, near Bangabandhu National Stadium
Johnson Road: Star Kabab Johnson Road, Old Dhaka (delivery via Pathao Food)
Star Kabab Bangshal / Bangabazar (Hotel One Star)
Address: 54/55 Kazi Alauddin Road, Agamasi Lane, near Bangabazar, Dhaka
Branch addresses are based on the chain’s published outlet list; phone numbers marked “as listed” come from public directories. Call or check the official Facebook page before a long trip, since branches occasionally move or change hours.
Location, Transport & Accessibility Guide
- From Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): Star Kabab Banani is the closest branch, about 20–30 minutes by car outside rush hour.
- Dhaka Elevated Expressway: exit at Banani for the Banani branch, or ride on to the Tejgaon/FDC end for Karwan Bazar and Farmgate.
- Karwan Bazar: right on Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue near the Karwan Bazar Metro Rail station and the Pan Pacific Sonargaon.
- Farmgate: on Green Road, a short walk from Farmgate Metro Rail station.
- Dhanmondi: Road 2 and Satmasjid Road are well known to every rickshaw and ride-share driver; the Elephant Road branch sits near Bata Signal.
- Old Dhaka (Thatari Bazar, Wari, Johnson Road, Gulistan): roads are narrow, so take a rickshaw for the last stretch or use the Motijheel Metro Rail station.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest menu price of Mutton Kacchi Biryani at Star Hotel & Kabab?
Mutton Kacchi Biryani at Star Hotel & Kabab costs about ৳250 a plate, ৳280 with kebab and ৳300 with kebab and egg, based on the chain’s current Foodpanda and Pathao Food listings. Prices can vary slightly by branch, so check the menu at your outlet.
Where are the primary Star Kabab outlets located in Dhaka?
Star Kabab has about 11 outlets in Dhaka. The main ones are Dhanmondi Road 2, Satmasjid Road, Banani Road 17, Karwan Bazar on Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue, Farmgate Green Road, Elephant Road, Wari, Gulistan, Johnson Road and the original Thatari Bazar branch in Old Dhaka.
What is the famous Star Hotel & Kabab Faluda price?
Star Kabab’s famous Faluda costs about ৳140 per glass. It is layered with ice cream, fruit, jelly, vermicelli and rose syrup, and is one of the most popular desserts on the menu at branches such as Dhanmondi and Karwan Bazar.
What time does Star Kabab open for breakfast?
Star Kabab branches open early for breakfast, typically from around 6:30 AM, serving nehari, paya, paratha, dal puri, sabzi and tea. Hours vary by outlet, so call or check the official Facebook page if you plan an early visit.
Does Star Kabab offer official contact numbers for takeaway orders?
Yes. Listed numbers include +880 1730-479802 for Dhanmondi Road 2 and +880 1795-201347 for Banani. For other branches, order takeaway or delivery through Foodpanda or Pathao Food, or message the official Star Kabab Facebook page.
Is Star Hotel & Kabab a hotel where you can stay?
No. Despite its name, Star Hotel & Kabab is a heritage restaurant chain, not accommodation. In Bangladesh the word hotel is traditionally used for eateries. It specialises in Mughlai and Bengali dishes such as kacchi biryani, kebabs and nehari.
Plan Your Visit to Star Hotel & Kabab
Whether it’s a sunrise plate of nehari and paratha, a mid-day Mutton Kacchi Biryani or a late-night Faluda, Star Hotel & Kabab is the most reliable taste of heritage Mughlai food in Dhaka. Head to your nearest outlet, or order on Foodpanda or Pathao Food for delivery.
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