Kureshi Kebab — Review by Mark Wiens
Delhi, India — Indian, Kebabs
Mark Wiens visits Kureshi Kebab in Old Delhi to try their famous seekh kebabs, prepared using traditional methods with spiced meat grilled over blazing hot fire and drizzled with generous amounts of melted butter. Both the mutton and buffalo kebab varieties are incredibly flavorful, juicy, and moist, with the buffalo kebabs standing out as particularly exceptional.
What was great: The mutton seekh kebabs were juicy and moist, the buffalo kebabs were next level in flavor, generous amounts of melted butter drizzled throughout the cooking process, traditional preparation method using direct fire grilling
What could improve: Nothing mentioned
The Dishes
Kureshi Kebab specializes in seekh kebabs, the street food staple of Old Delhi. The preparation begins with a spiced meat mixture that is carefully molded onto metal skewers, then placed directly over blazing hot fire. The kitchen staff demonstrates impressive skill, and when the grill is full, they perform the signature move: drizzling an impressive amount of melted butter over the cooking kebabs. Once cooked to perfection, the kebabs are removed and immediately submerged in even more melted butter, ensuring every bite is incredibly moist and flavorful.
The mutton kebabs delivered on their reputation, with Mark noting how juicy and moist each bite was. The meat was tender and infused with warming spices that developed on the grill. The buffalo kebabs, however, took things to another level entirely. The meat had a distinctly richer, more complex flavor profile compared to the mutton variety. When paired with fresh onion, the combination created layers of flavor that Mark found exceptional and worthy of special mention.
The Experience
The restaurant operates as a traditional Old Delhi street food establishment, maintaining generations of kebab-making expertise. The atmosphere is authentic and casual, typical of legendary food spots that have built their reputation on consistency and quality rather than ambiance. The cooking happens right in front of customers, allowing them to witness the careful preparation and butter-drenching technique that makes these kebabs special.
Value and Pricing
No specific pricing information was mentioned in the review, though the casual street food nature of the establishment suggests affordable pricing typical of Old Delhi's famous food scene.
Notable Moments
Look at the inside. Oh, it's so tasty, so juicy and moist.
The buffalo is next level.
The Verdict
Kureshi Kebab is an essential stop for anyone visiting Old Delhi with an appreciation for authentic Indian street food. The seekh kebabs represent generations of culinary tradition, and the generous use of butter combined with proper grilling technique creates incredibly flavorful results. Whether you choose mutton or buffalo, you're getting a taste of why this establishment has maintained its legendary status. This restaurant is best for adventurous eaters seeking authentic Old Delhi experiences and traditional seekh kebabs prepared the classic way.