Moti Mahal Deluxe is an iconic Indian restaurant chain known for its rich culinary heritage and for popularizing traditional North Indian and Mughlai cuisine globally. Founded in 1920 in Peshawar (now in Pakistan) by Kundan Lal Gujral, the restaurant became famous for inventing tandoori chicken, butter chicken, and dal makhani-dishes that are now staples of Indian cuisine.
After Partition in 1947, Kundan Lal re-established Moti Mahal in Delhi, where it quickly gained a reputation for its flavorful, innovative dishes and elegant dining experience. Over the decades, Moti Mahal Deluxe has expanded across India and internationally, continuing its legacy as a pioneer in Indian gastronomy.