28-05-2025
Casual dining at Nosh Epicure in Hyderabad
Nosh Epicure in Hitech City is the kind of place that eases you in gently. It is an all-day dining spot where the bread is baked in-house — so the first thing that lands on your table is a warm, crusty loaf with a side of thecha butter. You tear off a piece, slather it generously, and let the day slow down just a bit.
Settle into the relaxed vibe — the space is bathed in natural light thanks to tall French windows, with a clear 70mm view of the road winding toward Knowledge City. The interiors are easy on the eye, all soft neutrals and minimal fuss. The soundtrack? Classic rock. Not too loud, just enough to make you smile when Led Zeppelin starts playing as you reach for another slice of ciabatta.
Let the music guide your appetite and start with the truffle-parmesan fries. A familiar favourite, elevated just enough — golden, crisp, and finished with a drizzle of truffle oil and a snowfall of parmesan. Comforting, indulgent, and slightly dangerous: you might finish the bowl before the mains arrive. So pace yourself — the menu has more to offer.
What did I do? I pushed the truffle-parmesan fries aside to make room for the Chettinad Takoyaki. And while I waited, I had a little epiphany — Hyderabad is clearly on a roll with its desi versions of arancini. The Chettinad Takoyaki came packed with spicy chicken ragu, topped with ginger chutney, ghee powder, gunpowder, and house-made pickles. A punchy appetiser, no doubt. But if I am being honest, I found myself missing the fries.
The menu is designed with group dining in mind — because, not everyone is in the mood for continental flavours. So yes, there are Indian dishes too. Just as I was pondering this, my next appetiser arrived: the jackfruit cheese toastie. True to the chef's word, it uses fresh jackfruit. Skip the cheese and it is a win for vegans. Keep the cheese, and it is comfort with a curious twist.
For the next appetiser, I went with the Dynamite Prawns — crispy tempura, bursting with flavour, and cooked just right. I then took a chance on the much-hyped pork belly. It did not live up. The soya broth it sat in was overly salty, with a strange tartness I could not quite place.
Thankfully, I had been rationing my truffle-parmesan fries — they came to the rescue, quickly masking the pork belly misstep. I waited (and prayed) for the next dish: pork ribs. 'Give us this day our daily food,' I whispered. The prayer worked — the ribs were spot on.
Regulars swear by the Kerala-style fish curry and Thai curries, and the pastas get plenty of love too. Also, a special shoutout to Nosh Epicure's fresh bakes.
Then came dessert: bacon ice cream, ordered purely out of curiosity. Think crispy bacon meets creamy vanilla. Surprisingly, it worked. A sweet-salty combo that held its own.
Nosh Epicure also opens for breakfast all week. The menu covers everything from eggs-your-way to waffles, pancakes, and even congee. Interestingly, it is the congee that has become a breakfast bestseller.
Meal for two costs ₹1200 approximately
