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Here’s what India ordered in 2025

Here’s what India ordered in 2025

The numbers translate to 194 biryani orders per minute, or 3.25 every second. Chicken biryani led the pack with 57.7 million orders, earning the highest number of repeat orders in its category. But biryani’s dominance didn’t stop burgers and pizzas from claiming their share of India’s appetite, with 44.2 million and 40.1 million orders respectively. The humble veg dosa proved its appeal with 26.2 million orders, cementing its status as a crispy, golden classic beloved by foodies nationwide. In 2024, Hyderabad led biryani orders with 9.7 million, followed by Bengaluru at 7.7 million and Chennai at 4.6 million. The platform also noted approximately 6 million biryani plates ordered during Ramadan 2024 alone, highlighting the dish’s significance during religious observances. The report notes a shift in how Indians view food delivery. “Ordering food wasn’t about indulgence alone anymore; it became instinctive,” it states, describing orders as everything from a pause between meetings to a reward after long hours. Veg dosa recorded 26.2 million orders, indicating sustained demand for traditional South Indian fare. High-protein food orders reached …