Golkonda Indian Cuisine
Golkonda is a casual South Indian spot in Santa Clara known for excellent biryani and authentic Hyderabadi/Andhra cuisine. Food quality is strong with generous portions and fresh ingredients; multiple regulars cite it as their go-to for biryani. Service is warm when engaged but marred by 3 documented rudeness incidents from front-of-house staff.Best for dine-in; delivery quality/portions lag.
Pro tip: Best biryani in Bay Area with authentic flavors, but service inconsistency.
Biryani is the standout—diners consistently celebrate authentic flavors, fragrant rice, and tender meat. Fresh ingredients noted. Quality varies by dish and preparation method; delivery portions smaller than dine-in.
“Best biryani I had in USA”
Staff attentive and personable when engaged; specific staff (Manish, Maneesh, Sridhar) known for friendliness and recommendations. However, 3 incidents of rudeness documented: host ignoring customers, receptionist arguing over sold-out items, cashier described as rude. Service can be inconsistent.
“Super rude and argued with me”
Casual, unpretentious atmosphere. 'Old but fine dining' feel. Limited indoor seating; not ideal for ambiance. Described as 'favorite,' peaceful business area. Warm, welcoming vibe when staff engaged; can feel cramped.
“Place looks old but fine dining”
Portion sizes regarded as generous and reasonable. Prices fair for quality and authenticity. Some dishes viewed as expensive relative to quality ('not worth the prices'). No hidden fees or deceptive pricing noted.
“Generous portions and reasonable prices”