Mirpur Model Thana Dhaka Division, Bangladesh Travel Guide
Rice, fish, meat, and vegetable curries form the staple. Sweet dishes enjoy great popularity. Dhaka's cuisine features rich, aromatic dishes, notably those with 'Mughlai' and 'Awadhi' influences.
Focus on spices and slow cooking characterizes these preparations.
Dhaka's cuisine has a blend of general Bengali cooking and distinct Old Dhaka specialties, like Kacchi Biriyani and Bakarkhani.
Customary to have a meal with your right hand. Wash hands before and following meals. Guests often receive service first and are offered the best portions.
Finishing your plate is polite, but leaving a small amount if full is acceptable. Utensils are available in modern restaurants. Meals are shared from common platters.
A fragrant, layered rice dish with marinated meat (mutton or chicken) cooked with potatoes. A signature of Old Dhaka, widely available across Dhaka.
Find it in most Biriyani shops and local restaurants.
A flavorful one-pot dish of rice and lentils cooked with meat or vegetables. Usually accompanied by eggs or kebab.
Available in local eateries and many home-style restaurants.
Hilsa fish cooked in a mustard gravy. Hilsa holds the status of the national fish.
Seasonal, look for it in specialized Bengali restaurants.
A heavy stew made of wheat, barley, meat (beef or mutton), lentils, plus herbs, slow-cooked for hours.
Popular during Ramadan and also found in specialized retailers.
Non-alcoholic drinks: fresh fruit juices, lassi (yogurt drink), Borhani (spicy yogurt drink), tea (cha), and coffee. Alcoholic drinks: consumption faces restrictions, available in licensed bars in high-end hotels. Mirpur offers very limited public alcohol access.
Try Misti Doi (sweet yogurt). Rasgulla, Gulab Jamun, and Cham Cham are traditional Bengali sweets. Bakarkhani, a thick, biscuit-like bread, comes especially from Old Dhaka.
Generally located in upscale areas like Gulshan and Banani. Few, if any, exist in Mirpur itself.
Mirpur boasts numerous possibilities haveing Bangladeshi, Indian, and sometimes Chinese or Thai cuisine. Look for 'Kebab & Biriyani' restaurants.
Abundant throughout Mirpur. Local 'hotel' (restaurants) and street food stalls are everywhere, offering very affordable meals.
Local markets in Mirpur, like Mirpur 1 Market, feature food sections. Bashundhara City Food Court, accessible by Metro, offers many options.
Good for variety plus swift bites.
Mainly available in Gulshan, Banani, and other central Dhaka areas. Limited foreign choices exist in Mirpur outside of common Chinese/Thai fusion.
Consider other areas for diverse global menus.
Quick snacks and drinks.
Fresh produce and cooked items.
Traditional tea and light snacks.
Desserts and traditional sweets.
Gluten-free options pose challenges, as many dishes contain wheat (breads, some gravies).
Rice-based meals are naturally gluten-free.
Communicate dietary restrictions clearly; English might be understood in better restaurants. A Translation app or local assistance proves helpful.
Allergens like nuts and dairy are common.
Kosher food is not readily available.
Prioritize reputable establishments for clearer communication. Research specific restaurants beforehand. Carry a translated card explaining your dietary needs.
Certain private tour operators in Dhaka offer cooking classes focusing on Bangladeshi cuisine or food tours of Old Dhaka. These are not specifically Mirpur-focused.
A range of food festivities are on in Dhaka throughout the year, especially around specific seasons or holidays.
Traditional 'Bhoj' (feast) dining experiences are found in a few specialized restaurants.
Farm visits and food producers are not relevant for Mirpur Model Thana owing to its urban nature.
Focus on urban markets.
Capture the colors and intricate details of Bangladeshi dishes and street food vendors.
A visual feast.
Choose busy stalls with high turnover for fresh food. Watch how food is prepared.
Bangladeshi cuisine often spicy. Inform staff of your preference.
Dining times can vary. Street food often starts late morning and continues into the evening.
Exploring local cuisine in Mirpur is an adventure.
