Everyone wants to know about the restaurants in Vijayawada. And for good reason. Because we don’t talk much about Vijayawada except about its temples. But we’re here to surprise you, folks. There are hidden gems in this city that offer the finest of fine-dining experiences. So visiting the top restaurants in Vijayawada will surely open up a whole new dimension of the city for you.
But you do need help in finding those hidden gems, right? Yes. Because with a truckload of assignments and excel sheets, you’re always short on time. We get it. And that’s exactly why we’re helping you out. Coz that’s what we do – we save time – and make life much easier for young people like you. Why do you think our residents (now 70,000+) can manage their time better than any of their peers? At our Stanza Living residences, we prepare your meals, clean your rooms, and do anything else that might save your time. Plus, we even squeeze a chill pill in your routine by organising fun events too. And on top of that, we always have your backs when you’re going out. See, we’ve even compiled a list of the best restaurants in Vijayawada so you don’t have to run around at the mercy of ‘Google Maps’. The only thing you have to do is to bookmark this page. Pretty soon you’ll become a worshipper of the restaurant gods.
Yup, these are the best restaurants in Vijayawada for sure:
Are you tired of stale food and zero fun in your PGs? Check out our residences in Vijayawada. |
If you’re looking for homely veg restaurants in Vijayawada, then ‘Sri Ramayya Mess and Caterers’ is the answer. They have 3 meal plans, where you can ask for unlimited servings of each dish. And that, folks, will seem like a blessing when you taste their delicious dal that’ll temporarily transport you back home. Trust us, this place is so homely, it can even give Sooraj Barjatiya films a run for their money.
Must Try: Senaga Podi, Majjiga Charu Location:Door 20-14-25, Prakasam Road, Governorpet, Vijayawada Timings: 12PM-4 PM Cost for Two: 500 INR |
Not every restaurant can serve a heavenly buffet like the GAD restaurant. The spread includes dishes from various cuisines. Our personal favourite is their Tangdi Biryani, made only with leg pieces. Perfect for people who’d fight their way to grab that one precious leg piece. Modern problems require modern recipes, you know.
Must Try: Tangdi Biryani, Chicken 65 Location: 39-1-63, M G Road, Vijayawada 520010 India Timings: 12PM-10PM Cost for Two: ₹700/- |
Sweet Magic is a famous sweet shop in the city. But don’t get confused, they serve loads and loads of savoury dishes too. In fact, they serve a better Andhra Thali than most fine-dining restaurants in Vijayawada. And they make their own creams too. So yup, they might have a severe identity crisis as a sweet shop, but we’re fine as long as they continue to serve magic on our plates.
Must Try: Onion Uttapam, Andhra Thali Location:Kasturibai Peta, Beside Marshalls Pet Zones, Moghalrajpuram, Christurajupuram, Vijayawada Timings:9:30am – 10pm Cost for Two: ₹500/- |
Are you a vegan searching for good restaurants in Vijayawada? Then don’t worry, the good people at TFL have got you covered. Apart from serving vegan food, they also have a menu for those following a Keto Diet. And what’s more? You’ll find delicious greasy food too, in case you’re having a cheat day. Yes, this place really looks out for you like dank memes on a cold gloomy day.
Must Try: Pork Ribs BBQ, Fish Portuguese Location:36-11-7/A, Santhi Nagar, 1st Lane, Moghalrajupuram, Labbipet, Vijayawada Timings: 11am – 10:30pm Cost for Two: ₹400/- |
To be honest, we’re no strangers to a Barbeque Nation. But the one in Vijayawada has everything you’re likely to expect and more. Like a few authentic Andhra dishes kept in the main course. So if you’re wondering where bank staff disappear off to during lunch hours, you might want to look for them at Barbecue Nation, Vijayawada.
Must-Try: Pineapple Tandoori, Paan Kulfi Location: Door 40-1-146A, 3rd Floor, LEPL Centro, M.G.ROAD, Labbipet, Vijayawada Timings: 12noon – 3:30pm, 6:30pm – 9pm Cost for Two: 1,200 INR |
You’ll be surprised to know that the ‘Babai Hotel’ was established in 1942. So if you wanna enjoy a good meal in one of the most famous restaurants in Vijayawada, this is it. And another fun fact, they still serve coffee in steel glasses from a tumbler like they did 79 years ago. These are the kind of stories you come across on those ‘brown history’ pages on Instagram.
Must Try: Idly, Dosa Location: NRP Road, Gandhi Nagar, Vijayawada Timings: 12noon – 9:30pm Cost for Two: 300 INR |
R.R Durbar is one of the best biryani restaurants in Vijayawada. But their menu is not limited to just biryani items. They serve more than a hundred other savory dishes too. Plus, the place is pretty budget friendly. Perfect for people who are just not done after a single plate of biryani. Which is most people. Because as any true biryani lover will know, there is no such thing as too much biryani.
Must-Try: Chicken Thai Soup, Pepper Chicken Location: 40-7-3, Jummy Chettu Circle, Moghalrajupuram, Labbipet, Vijayawada Timings: 11am – 11:30pm Cost for Two: 600 INR |
One of the best new restaurants in Vijayawada, the Royal Spice has become quite popular in a short span of time. Mostly because of their breakfast buffets and gigantic thalis. On top of that, their menu features a surprise item every day. So if you’re someone who loves surprises, head there. But if you’re someone like Sheldon Cooper, well then, they do have comfortable chairs.
Must-Try: Rice Combo Location: Rama Rao Street, Gandhi Nagar, Vijayawada Timings: 11am – 10pm Cost for Two: 700 INR |
If you’re looking for the best family restaurants in Vijayawada, then Barbeque Pride is a good option. And we’ll be honest, it’s popular for being a slightly cheaper alternative for Barbeque Nation. But when it comes to their quality, it’s pretty much the same. So yup, in India, you can always find a more economical alternative for everything. From electronics to, well, shami kebabs.
Must-Try: Tandoori Pahadi Chicken Location: 2nd Floor, Trendset Mall, Benz Circle, Labbipet, Vijayawada Timings: 12noon – 3:30pm, 6:30pm – 10:30pm Cost for Two: 1,300 INR |
Last but definitely not least, we have ‘Temptations’, one of the best veg restaurants in Vijayawada. They’re pretty famous for experimenting with loads of different ice cream flavours on their menu. Some of their sundaes have odd names like ‘Tan-tana-tan’. But once you dig in, your heart will be ‘Won-Wona-Won’. Ok sorry, we’re done here.
Must-Try: Schezwan vada pav, Chola Bhatura Location: 40-5-2A, Tikkle Road, Labbipet, Vijayawada Timings:11am – 10:30pm Cost for Two: ₹700/- |
According to folks who have been living in the city for a long time, these are the top 3 restaurants in Vijayawada:
Well, you’ve got to try these delicacies whenever you’re in Vijayawada:
We don’t care what anybody says, for us, these are thebest cafes in Vijayawada: