About Ruby Biriyani
The pot that started a tradition.
From a small kitchen beside the CMC Ranipet main gate to the most loved biriyani stop on the Chennai–Bangalore Highway — this is the story of one recipe, one family, and the promise that every plate is made right.
Our Story
One pot. One highway. One promise that hasn't changed.
At Ruby Biriyani, every pot tells a story of tradition, passion, and authentic flavors. Inspired by the timeless art of dum cooking, we set out with one simple mission—to serve biriyani that tastes just like it was prepared at home, using the finest ingredients and age-old recipes.
From carefully selected premium basmati rice and handpicked spices to fresh, quality meat and seafood, every ingredient is chosen with care. Each biriyani is slow-cooked in sealed handis, allowing the rich aromas and flavors to blend perfectly, creating a meal that's both comforting and unforgettable.
"The biriyani should taste like someone cared about it. That's the only standard we cook by."
— S K Kumaran, Founder, Ruby Biriyani
Over the years, Ruby Biriyani has become a favorite destination for families, food lovers, and biriyani enthusiasts who appreciate authentic taste and generous portions. Whether it’s a quick lunch, a family dinner, or a special celebration, every order is prepared fresh with the same dedication and attention to detail.
We believe that great food brings people together. That’s why every plate we serve reflects our commitment to quality, freshness, hygiene, and exceptional taste. At Ruby Biriyani, we don’t just cook biriyani—we create memorable dining experiences that keep our customers coming back for more.
Why Choose Us
We do one thing, and we do it the right way.
At Ruby Biriyani, every decision from how long we marinate to which charcoal we use comes down to one question: does it make the biriyani better? If the answer is no, we don't do it.
Every batch sealed fresh, we never serve reheated biriyani.
Masala ground in-house each morning, not from a packet.
Meat marinated for a minimum of 4 hours before cooking.
Real charcoal dum — not gas, not shortcuts.
Hygienic kitchen with consistent quality every single day.
True Charcoal Dum
Fresh Daily Spices
Slow Cooked Always
Family Recipe
Perfect for Takeaway
Consistently Excellent
Made From Scratch
Every ingredient chosen with intention.
Great biriyani isn't an accident. It's the result of choosing the right rice, the right whole spices, the right cut of meat — and having the patience to let them come together inside a sealed handi over real heat.
🍚 Long-grain Basmati
Soaked and drained by hand every morning before cooking.
🧄 Whole Spice Tempering
Cardamom, cloves, bay leaf and star anise layered with every batch.
🥩 Marinated 4+ Hours
Meat marinated in fresh curd and ground masala before each cook.
Ruby Biriyani journey timeline from founding to today
From a roadside counter to
Ranipet's most loved kitchen.
One handi, one family, one recipe — and a highway full of customers who keep coming back.
The first handi is lit
S K Kumaran opens the shutters at Shop No 5 & 6 by the CMC Ranipet main gate. The charcoal is ready, the masala is ground, and the first handi is sealed by hand.
Founding DayThe highway stops here
Travellers on the Chennai–Bangalore route start planning their journeys through Kannikapuram just for a plate. Ruby Biriyani becomes a deliberate stop, not an accident.
Highway FameMore dishes, same standard
Chicken 65 Biriyani and the Family Combo Pack join the menu — each cooked to the same dum method as the original, never cutting corners to handle the extra volume.
Menu GrowsRanipet's go-to celebration kitchen
Families, offices, and college groups start calling ahead for bulk orders. Ruby Biriyani becomes the first name people think of for celebrations, not just roadside stops.
Local Favourite10,000 plates served
Over 10K plates of dum biriyani served — each one sealed by hand, cooked over charcoal, and made with the same masala ground fresh that morning. Not one shortcut taken.
10K+ PlatesThe recipe hasn't changed. It never will.
10+ years on, the masala is ground the same way, the handi is sealed the same way, and S K Kumaran still checks every batch. The standard is the story.
10+ Years StrongFast Pickup
Call ahead and your order is hot and ready the moment you arrive — no waiting on the road.
Fair Pricing
Premium dum biriyani at honest prices — every plate is worth more than it costs.
Family Packs
Generously portioned combo packs with raita and gravy built for groups and celebrations.
Highway Accessible
Easy in, easy out right by the CMC Ranipet main gate on the Chennai–Bangalore Highway.
Ready to Order?
Hungry already? Call ahead, it'll be ready.
Walk-ins welcome. For families, parties, or a highway stop — one call and we'll have your biriyani hot and sealed.