Dhanmondi is the hub for food lovers in Dhaka city. Aside from Dhanmondi Lake, Dhanmondi is well known for its extensive range of restaurants. The roads of Dhanmondi are bombarded with all varieties of restaurants; from International food chains like KFC, Dominoβs, Secret Recipe, Burger King, and Pizza Hut to local eateries like Sultanβs Dine, Digger, Cilantro and the list just goes on. Dhanmondi is also a core place for budget-friendly buffet restaurants with places like Cafe Rio, The Royal Buffet, Buffet Lounge, The Buffet Stories, etc.
Top 10 Restaurants List
In this article, we have enlisted the must-visit 10 best restaurants in Dhanmondi considering the speciality of each restaurant.
1. Cilantro Dhanmondi
Located on Shatmashjid Road, Cilantro is one of Dhanmondiβs most popular fine dining restaurants. The food recipes of cilantro are influenced by Latin American and Mediterranean dishes and prepared by internationally experienced chefs. The prices of food in Cilantro are quite expensive but the natural ambience and the unique flavour of their food will surely give you a gastronomic experience.
| Name | Cilantro |
| Address | 49, Shatmasjid Road, Dhanmondi Dhaka 1209, Bangladesh |
| Opening time | 12.00 pm |
| Closing time | 11.00 pm |
| Cuisine | Latin America and the Mediterranean-influenced cuisine |
| Menu | Cilantro Menu |
| Off day | Open 7 days a week |
| Contact Number | 01766-449912 |
| cilantrobd@gmail.com | |
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2. Pinewood Cafe & Restaurant, Dhanmondi:
If you want to have lunch with your friends and family or go on a nice coffee date in a quiet natural ambience then Pinewood Cafe in Dhanmondi 12 would be a perfect place for you. The menu of Pinewood Cafe has crowded together all the items from coffee, and milkshakes to T-Bone steak to Pasta at a reasonable price. The modern vibe and aesthetic beauty of Pinewood Cafe make it a must-visit place in Dhanmondi for all spheres of people.
| Name | Pinewood Cafe+Kitchen |
| Address | House-19, Road-12(old-31)Dhanmondi R/A, Dhaka |
| Opening time | 10.30 pm |
| Closing time | 11.00 pm |
| Cuisine | Multicuisine restaurant and cafe |
| Menu | Pinewood Menu |
| Off day | Open 7 days a week |
| Contact Number | 01708-524991 |
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3. Heart World, Dhanmondi
Heart World is Dhanmondiβs one of the best budget-friendly restaurants. If you are craving a juicy meat box or chocolate-overloaded shake, then Heart World is a perfect place to quench your thirst at a very reasonable price. Alongside their popular meat box items, Heart World also serves appetizer items, dumplings, noodles, rice bowls, and set meals. The inexpensive price and the delicious food in a friendly environment make it a well-renowned eatery among young generations.
| Name | Heart World |
| Address | 67, G.H Heights Building, Sathmosjid road, Dhanmondi, Dhaka. |
| Opening time | 12.00 pm |
| Closing time | 12.00 am |
| Cuisine | Fast Food Restaurant |
| Menu | Heart World Menu |
| Off day | Open 7 days a week |
| Contact Number | 01956-777444 |
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4. The Forest Lounge, Dhanmondi
If you feel like getting away from the city rush and want to enjoy an evening close to nature then The Forest Lounge in Dhanmondi is perfectly fit for you. You can blow out the exhaustion and relax in the peaceful atmosphere while enjoying some delicious Indian And Egyptian-influenced dishes. The food of the Forst Lounge is a little bit high-priced but its ambience and superb service make it a worthy place to visit in Dhanmondi.
| Name | The Forest Lounge |
| Address | Imperial Amin Ahmed Centre (rooftop), House β 54, Road- 10/A, Satmosjid Road, Dhanmondi. |
| Opening time | 12.00 pm |
| Closing time | 11.00 pm |
| Cuisine | Indian and Egyptian Cuisine |
| Menu | The Forest Lounge Menu |
| Off day | Open 7 days a week |
| Contact Number | 01322-853811 |
| theforestlounge.dhaka@gmail.com | |
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5. Izakaya, Dhanmondi
For all sushi lovers, Izakaya is an inevitable eatery to go to in Dhanmondi. Izakaya perfectly excels in the art of Japanese fusion food. As a Japanese restaurant, the price of the food in Izakaya is affordable. People can also order food online directly from their website. Alongside their delicate food, the ambience of the restaurant is quite delightful and family-friendly.
| Name | Izakaya |
| Address | Green Rawshanara Tower (Level β 9) 755, Satmasjid Road, Dhanmondi, Dhaka |
| Opening time | 12.00 pm |
| Closing time | 11.00 pm |
| Cuisine | Japanese Cuisine |
| Menu | Izakaya Menu |
| Off day | Open 7 days a week |
| Contact Number | 01841-297359 |
| info@izakaya.com.bd | |
| Social Media | Facebook website |
6. Deck 13, Dhanmondi
Deck 13 is one of the best seafood specialized restaurants in Dhanmondi. The unique sailor-themed decoration of Deck 13 and the freshness of the food make it outstanding over other restaurants in Dhanmondi. Besides seafood items, Deck 13 menu also consists of some mouth-watering steaks and other chicken dishes. The seafood items and steak prices are a little expensive.
| Name | Deck 13 |
| Address | Navana GH Heights, Satmasjid Road, Dhanmondi Dhaka. |
| Opening time | 11.45 am |
| Closing time | 10.45 pm |
| Cuisine | Seafood Restaurant |
| Menu | Deck 13 Menu |
| Off day | Open 7 days a week |
| Contact Number | 01714-230065 |
| Social Media | Facebook Website |
7. Sultanβs Dine, Dhanmondi
The Bengali urge to have a juicy tender alluring hot kacchi once in a while is unexplainable. None can master the art of making kacchi better than Sultanβs Dine. Every kacchi lover should try the kacchi of Sultanβs Dine at least once in their lifetime. The Dhanmondi branch of Sultanβs Dine always remains crowded and people have to wait a while before they can have the heavenly taste of Sultan Dineβs kacchi. People can find the prices of Sultan Dineβs kacchi a little bit more than in other places but no one can put a price tag on a top-notch satisfactory steamy plate of kacchi, right?
| Name | Sultanβs Dine |
| Address | Green Akshay Plaza, 59, Satmasjid Road, Dhanmondi, Dhaka |
| Opening time | 12.00 pm |
| Closing time | 10.00 pm |
| Cuisine | Kacchi Place |
| Menu | Sultanβs Dine Menu |
| Off day | Open 7 days a week |
| Contact Number | 01775-003218 |
| sultandine@gmail.com | |
| Social Media |
8. The Cafe Rio, Dhanmondi
Dhanmondi is a core place for buffet restaurants. From fancy expensive buffets to budget-friendly buffets, you will find all varieties of restaurants in Dhanmondi. The Cafe Rio is Dhanmondiβs one of the most popular budget-friendly buffet restaurants. In the Dhanmondi Zigatoli Branch of The Cafe Rio, you can enjoy 60+ items for lunch at only 599 BDT and 65+ items for dinner only at 650 BDT.
| Name | The Cafe Rio |
| Address | Mirnoor Square, Opposite Zigatola Bus Stand, House# 43, Road# 02/A, 4th Floor, Dhanmondi, Dhaka-1205 |
| Lunch time | 1-4 pm |
| Dinner time | 7- 10 pm |
| Cuisine | Buffet Restaurant |
| Menu | The Cafe Rio Dhanmondi Menu |
| Off day | Open 7 days a week |
| Contact Number | πππ ππππ ππππ π¬ππ³π³π³ π΅π³π² π΅π°π |
| thecaferioltd@gmail.com | |
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9. Digger, Dhanmondi
If you are searching for a budget-friendly pizza place in Dhanmondi then Digger is the place for you. Digger classified their pizzas into three categories; classic, special, and signature. Alongside beverages and sides, the unique dish of Digger is the delicious pizza pocket. The luscious taste of Diggerβs pizza at a very reasonable price makes it a go-to place in Dhanmondi whenever you are having cravings for pizza or just want to hang out with your friends.
| Name | Digger |
| Address | Road No 11/A House No 99, , Satmasjid Road, Dhanmondi, Dhaka. |
| Opening time | 11.00 am |
| Closing time | 11.00 pm |
| Cuisine | Pizza Place |
| Menu | Digger Menu |
| Off day | Open 7 days a week |
| Contact Number | 01810-035183 |
| digggerbd@gmail.com | |
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10. SweetSin Bistro, Dhanmondi
SweetSin Bistro is a perfect place for an evening coffee or a slice of divine cake. The simple decoration of SweetSin Bistro creates a calming ambience for your peaceful enjoyment. Alongside deserts and coffees, the menu of SweetSin Bistro also has lunch items. The prices of dessert and coffee at SweetSin Bistro are also accessible.
| Name | SweetSin Bistro |
| Address | Abahani field, Green Rowshanara Tower, Level 12,755 Satmasjid Road, Dhanmondi Dhaka 1209 |
| Opening time | 09.00 am |
| Closing time | 11.00 pm |
| Cuisine | Cafe and Restaurant |
| Menu | SweetSin Bistro Menu |
| Off day | Open 7 days a week |
| Contact Number | 01886-871888 |
| sweetsinbistro@gmail.com | |
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Do I need to make a reservation for Cafe Rio?
You can directly go to Cafe Rio and enjoy the buffet if itβs not pre-booked for any occasion. To avoid any inconvenience, it is recommended to make a reservation. You can make your reservation by calling these numbers πππ ππππ ππππ or π¬ππ³π³π³ π΅π³π² π΅π°π
Is Sultanβs Dine open on Pohela Boishakh?
Sultanβs Dine remains open on all National and Government holidays including Pohela Boishakh. But usually, it is immensely crowded on holidays.
