Student Biryani (SMCHS)

The iconic Student Biryani — Karachi’s most famous biryani chain, serving bold Karachi-masala biryani since 1969. Student Biryani (SMCHS) is in SMCHS, on SMCHS Block 7, and has 4,100 reviews on Google with a 4.4-star average.

If you’re not sure what to get, the Beef Biryani is a safe bet — the original student biryani — bold masala, full-fat basmati, and tender beef. The Chicken Biryani and Mutton Biryani are also regulars on people’s orders.

Open 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM. Prices are on the cheaper side. For a table, call 021-34526789.

Popular Menu Items

• SMCHS Student Chicken Biryani — ₨ 360. Student Biryani’s signature chicken biryani layered with yellow potatoes and plums
• SMCHS Student Mutton Biryani — ₨ 450. Fragrant basmati rice layered with tender mutton cooked in rich spices
• SMCHS Chicken Tikka Leg — ₨ 450. Quarter chicken leg marinated in spicy tandoori yogurt, grilled over charcoal
• SMCHS Beef Reshmi Kebab — ₨ 450. Tender minced chicken skewers marinated in cream, green chilies, and coriander
• SMCHS Podina Raita — ₨ 450. Cool yogurt sauce blended with fresh mint leaves and green chilies
• SMCHS Kachumar Salad — ₨ 450. Finely chopped onions, tomatoes, and cucumbers with lemon dressing

Dietary Options

Halal