| What you see - The Great Kabab Factory (TGKF) | | | | grilled on stone, are worth a try too. You can also try |
| started on November 10th, 2008 in Hyderabad. Ever | | | | saffron-flavored Sheermil, which has a mild sweet |
| since its inception in 1988, TGKF has graduated to | | | | taste to it and Bakherkhani Roti, flavored with nuts |
| being a classy restaurant chain branded and managed | | | | and fennel. In Dals, Panchmahal (Benaras style), is a |
| by the prestigious Radisson Hospitality Group. | | | | specialty. |
| At its Hyderabad branch, the simple and minimalist | | | | Some of the other dishes that generate interest are |
| décor is striking. Waiters in blue uniforms, | | | | the spicy Murgh Khada Masala, crisp and crunchy |
| resembling factory gear greet you with a warm smile | | | | batter coated Amritsari Machi Tikka, juicy Bharwan |
| as you enjoy the soft light of the restaurant. There | | | | zucchini, a stuffed and grilled zucchini preparation, as |
| is also a waiting lounge on the side with a seating | | | | well as the velvety Murgh Tikka Kali Mirch. The food |
| capacity for 8-10 people. Here you can enjoy a few | | | | is served with four tangy dips and onion slivers. In |
| drinks and starters in case the tables are all occupied. | | | | desserts try the interesting paan ice cream, which |
| What you get - This restaurant has a prix fixe buffet | | | | has vanilla ice cream and sweet paan chunks in a |
| style menu. There is a choice of 6 succulent starters | | | | fragrant blend. The Tilla Kulfi is a must try too, and |
| to choose from and the standard Indian entrees | | | | the Jalebis, shaped like flowers and served hot with |
| comprising roti, dal and rice followed by a very | | | | creamy Rabri, are extremely delicious. |
| inviting choice of desserts. On weekdays with lunch, | | | | Our verdict - Usually kebabs are associated with |
| a pint of beer is also served free. The entrees | | | | non-vegetarian food but surprisingly there are quite a |
| change every meal but the variations are limited to | | | | lot of choices for vegetarians too at The Great |
| vegetarian, non-vegetarian (chicken/mutton) biryanis | | | | Kabab Factory. In fact, a separate Tandoor is used |
| and dal with a choice of roti, naan or Ulte Tawwe Ka | | | | to cook kebabs of potato, mushroom, cottage |
| Paratha (thin and soft bread, kneaded with | | | | cheese and green peas. The restaurant does not |
| saffron-flavored milk). The paratha is enjoyable even | | | | offer a la carte, so your meal is entirely in the hands |
| without the accompanying chutneys. | | | | of the Chef and his special recipes. Trust us, this is |
| The meals incidentally lay emphasis on kebabs as the | | | | not disappointing. In terms of ambience, the whole |
| entree rather than as starters. The Shahi Gilaawat or | | | | setup has a very calm, relaxed and welcoming feel to |
| Galouti Kebab is the in-house specialty. The meat is | | | | it. Another striking fact is that every dish while being |
| minced at least five times to give it the required | | | | served is explained to you. This adds a nice personal |
| fineness, before adding raw papaya and spices. It is | | | | touch to the service. Valet parking facility is available. |
| then shallow-fried on a tawa. There is an option to | | | | What you pay for a meal for two – Rs. |
| order for mild or spicy varieties. Patthar Kebabs, | | | | |