Handi Restaurant sits on Mirza Ismail Road opposite the General Post Office near Panch Batti, in Jaipur’s commercial core. It is one of the city’s longest-running addresses for Rajasthani and Mughlai meat dishes, and locals and travelers come mainly for its laal maas, a fiery mutton curry colored with Mathania red chilies.
The dining room is plain and functional, and the prices are moderate. Most of the attention goes to the food. Besides laal maas, regulars order safed maas (mutton in a mild cashew-and-cream gravy), handi meat, and tandoori rotis to scoop up the gravies. In the evenings, a grill counter turns out seekh kebabs and tikkas. A September 2026 menu listing on magicpin shows the kitchen is still active. Thousands of diner reviews on Restaurant Guru praise the depth of flavor and generous portions.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Timing: Lunch runs from about noon to mid-afternoon, and dinner starts around 6 pm. Weekend evenings fill up fast, so arrive before 7:30 pm to avoid a wait. The peak tourist season runs from October to March.
Ordering: Ask for a half portion of laal maas if you’re unsure about the heat. Pair it with butter roti, and order safed maas alongside to balance the spice.
Getting there: The Jaipur Metro’s Sindhi Camp and Chandpole stations are a short auto-rickshaw ride away. You can combine the meal with a walk to Ajmeri Gate and the Pink City bazaars. Check current hours on Zomato before you go.
