Charcoal Biryani

What is Charcoal Biryani? Located on the concourse food court level of Commerce Court at 199 Bay Street, Charcoal Biryani brings smoke-infused Indian street fare directly into the Financial District's PATH network. The counter-service stall caters to downtown commuters and office crowds, dishing out slow-steamed dum biryanis and fast-casual flatbread sandwiches. Seating consists entirely of open, communal food hall tables and high-top counters spread across the Commerce Court plaza.

Charcoal Biryani Menu & What to Order The kitchen specializes in charcoal-smoked dum biryanis layered with long-grain basmati, warming spices, and cooling raita, with the Hyderabadi chicken and tender South Indian lamb leading the pack. Handheld options take a creative spin with parotta burgers, which sandwich seasoned paneer masala or spicy pepper lamb between flaky, layered South Indian flatbread. For shareable sides, order the samosa waffle chaat or crisp waffle fries smothered in butter chicken gravy, paired with a chilled mango yogurt lassi.

Know Before You Go This is a walk-in, grab-and-go setup that sees intense line spikes during the peak Financial District lunch window between 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. The location is directly accessible underground via King and St. Andrew subway stations on Line 1. The counter operates exclusively on weekday schedules and remains closed on Saturdays and Sundays.