Al Razzak Restaurant, Traditional restaurant in Bangshal, Bangladesh
Al Razzak Restaurant is a local eatery in Bangshal, an old district of Dhaka, Bangladesh, spread across two floors of an urban building. It focuses on traditional meat dishes such as mutton preparations and whole roasted chicken, served throughout the day.
The restaurant opened in 1993 as a small eatery in the old city of Dhaka. Over time, it grew and added locations in other parts of the same historic district.
The restaurant sits in the heart of Old Dhaka, where eating out is part of daily life for workers, traders, and families alike. The food on the menu reflects cooking habits tied to this part of the city, where heavy, slow-cooked meat dishes have long been the norm.
The restaurant is open every day from early morning until late at night and accepts card payments. Booking ahead for a larger group is a good idea, as the place fills up quickly around main meal times.
The mutton rezala served here follows a recipe tied to Old Dhaka's cooking style, which is noticeably different from what you find elsewhere in Bangladesh. The sauce is pale and mild compared to most other curries, which often surprises first-time visitors.
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