Story behind us
Story Behind Us
Zero Oil Biryani (ZOB) was born from a bold idea—to prove that great taste does not need oil.
The journey began in 2021 in Bhubaneswar, during the challenging COVID period, when Mr. Pabitra Mohan Panigrahi, along with his wife Mrs. Aparajita Panigrahi, started experimenting with zero-oil food innovations through a cloud kitchen. While Mr. Panigrahi worked as a Captain in the Merchant Navy, managing time and resources was difficult, but the dream never faded.
After years of trials, learning, and perseverance, the brand found its true identity in 2023 as ZOB – Zero Oil Biryani. The path ahead was still tough—finding skilled chefs, maintaining flavour without oil, and securing the right location took time and patience.
At a crucial moment, Mr. Panigrahi turned to his childhood friend Mr. Satikanta Patnaik. Though hesitant at first, friendship and trust prevailed, and Mr. Patnaik joined the journey. With shared dedication, they found a prime location near KIIT Square, Bhubaneswar, and built a modern, fully air-conditioned restaurant.
On 24th August 2025, ZOB proudly opened its doors, offering a unique menu of zero-oil biryani and zero-oil vegetarian and non-vegetarian starters—all prepared without a single drop of oil.
At ZOB, we believe purity creates flavour. We use:
• A1 quality rice• Fresh raw masalas
• Premium paneer, mushrooms, dry fruits
• No food colour or artificial essence
Today, with successful outlets in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack, Mr. Pabitra Mohan Panigrahi and Mr. Satikanta Patnaik stand as partners in ZOB, united by a mission to serve healthy, hygienic, and flavourful food. ZOB is not just a restaurant—it’s a healthier way to enjoy your favourite biryani.