Biryani in Johnston

Fragrant biryani at Empire Biryani & Grille in Johnston features rice with chicken, fish or vegetables and is available for pickup.

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Biryani to Try

Paneer Biryani

$16.79

Basmati rice layered with paneer, spices, herbs, and accompaniments.

Egg Biryani

$15.74

Eggs layered with spiced basmati rice, served with yogurt sauce and salaan.

“Empire Biryani & Grille is an absolute gem in Johnston. The food is consistently flavorful, authentic, and beautifully prepared. The biryani is fragrant and perfectly spiced, with tender meat and generous portions. Their curries are rich and comforting, and the appetizers are a great way to start the meal. The atmosphere is modern and inviting, and the staff is friendly, attentive, and happy to offer recommendations. Whether dining in or ordering takeout, the quality is always top-notch. If you’re looking for excellent Indian cuisine with bold flavors and great service, Empire Biryani & Grille is a must-visit.”

Fish Biryani

$18.89

Boneless fish layered with spiced basmati rice and herbs.

“it was an amazing experience i definitely recommend! i got the chicken biryani and enjoyed it. will definitely come back for more”

Goat Ghee Roast Biryani

$20.99

Basmati biryani layered with pan-fried goat ghee roast and spices.

“Had amazing goat Briyani !!! Mojito and margarita were on point !”

Gongura Chicken Boneless Biryani

$18.89

Basmati rice layers with gongura chicken, herbs, and traditional sides.

“Great Biryani & Nice Ambiance The biryani was flavorful and satisfying, with tender meat and fragrant rice. The ambiance was clean, comfortable, and family-friendly. Service was smooth.”

Tandoori Chicken Biryani

$18.89

Tandoori chicken and aromatic spices are layered with basmati rice.

“The biryani here is absolutely amazing full of flavor, perfectly spiced, and cooked to perfection. It’s bold, ambitious, and seriously one of the best I’ve ever had. Very, very good”

Vegetable Biryani

$14.69

Vegetables layered with spiced basmati rice, yogurt sauce, and salaan.

“Delicious and authentic biryani, just like they make it in Hyderabad.”

Biryani Rice

$8.39

Fragrant basmati rice slow-cooked with spices and served with yogurt sauce.

Empire Spl Boneless Chicken Biryani

$18.89

Basmati rice with boneless chicken, yogurt sauce, salaan, onion, and lemon.

Shrimp Biryani

$18.89

Basmati rice layered with shrimp, spices, herbs, and accompaniments.

Find Something Special at Empire Biryani & Grille

At Empire Biryani & Grille, biryani features basmati rice slow-cooked with aromatic spices and herbs. Chicken, seafood, egg and vegetable preparations offer distinct layers alongside the rice.

Fish Biryani layers in boneless fish, while Egg Biryani features boiled eggs. Paneer Biryani includes paneer cubes; each comes with yogurt sauce, salaan, onion and lemon wedges for your meal.

For your next meal, visit us in Johnston; pickup, dine-in and delivery are available. Goat Ghee Roast Biryani features pan-fried goat ghee roast and offers medium or spicy heat options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your most popular biryani options?

Our guests love these customer favorites. If you're visiting us these are some of the food options we recommend most often.

Empire Spl Boneless Chicken Biryani — Layered basmati rice and boneless chicken are slow-cooked with spices and herbs, served with yogurt sauce, salaan, onion, and lemon.
Vegetable Biryani — Vegetables and aromatic spices are layered with basmati rice and slow-cooked; yogurt sauce, salaan, onion, and lemon accompany it.
Gongura Chicken Boneless Biryani — Gongura gives boneless chicken a distinctive tang, layered with basmati rice, herbs, spices, and traditional biryani sides.
Paneer Biryani — Fragrant basmati rice is layered with paneer, spices, and herbs, served with yogurt sauce, salaan, onion, and lemon; choose your heat level.
Biryani Rice — Spiced basmati rice is slow-cooked with herbs and comes with yogurt sauce, sliced onion, and lemon wedges on the side.

Do you offer delivery and takeout?

Yes! We offer both delivery and takeout for biryani throughout the Johnston area. Order your biryani online for convenient pickup or delivery.