Persian Darbar Marks 50 Years of Byculla’s Legendary Mughlai Culinary Heritage
Grand opening ceremony of Hotel Persian Darbar on 13th June 1976 by Maulana Qarilftekhar Ahmed (Imam of Jumma Masjid Bandra), Chief Guest: Veteran Actor Mr. Dilip Kumar
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 20: Persian Darbar, one of Mumbai’s most loved Mughlai and North Indian dining destinations, is set to celebrate its 50th year as a legendary brand rooted in Byculla’s rich culinary culture. Founded in 1976 in Byculla by Abubaker Kotwala and Umar Bakshi, Persian Darbar began as a humble 60-seat restaurant built on honest flavors, generous hospitality, and a passion for authentic Mughlai cuisine.
Over the last five decades, Persian Darbar has grown from a local Byculla favorite into a respected dining and catering brand known across Mumbai. Since 1999, the brand has been led by Faisal Umar Bakshi and Javed Abubakar Kotwala, who have carried forward the founders’ vision while expanding Persian Darbar[[/LINK]’s reach, scale, and reputation. Under their leadership, the brand has continued to preserve its traditional recipes, slow-cooked cooking methods, and signature hospitality experience. Known widely as The King of Raan, Persian Darbar has become a landmark for guests searching for the best raan in Byculla, the best biryani in Byculla, late-night Mughlai food in Byculla, and authentic North Indian food in Byculla. Its signature Raan, rich biryanis, kebabs, curries, and royal Mughlai preparations have made the restaurant a trusted name for generations of families, food lovers, celebrities, and loyal patrons.
Today, Persian Darbar offers a grand 440-seat flagship dining experience in Byculla, along with a vast menu of 272 signature dishes that blend Mughlai, North Indian, Persian-inspired, and contemporary favorites. The brand’s famous Sheesh Mahal-inspired ambience, along with Khaymah, Darbar Hall, Diwan-e-Khass, Baradari, and Mashrabiya, reflects the richness and warmth that guests have associated with Persian Darbar for decades.
