The Big Grill, Palassio
38 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/lucknow·30 comments quoted below
The comments quoted below are a sample of the full tally across 16 threads.
What people say, in short
The Big Grill at Phoenix Palassio is repeatedly recommended for its buffet, often as an alternative to Barbeque Nation. Commenters praise the non-vegetarian spread and value, and one commenter reports improvement. Others describe declining quality or disappointing starters, and some dislike the layout. It has broad support among buffet suggestions, but the meal reports are mixed rather than uniformly enthusiastic.
Address
Second Floor, The Big Grill, Phoenix Palasio Mall, S-32, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, Ardonamau, Uttar Pradesh 226002, India
At a glance
- Best for
- Groups
The evidence
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Says it's the only decent buffet option right now.
Suggests Big Grill as the buffet to pick.
Suggests trying Big Grill as an alternative.
Vouches for it, says it's better than BBQ.
Didn't like it as much as Pirates of the Grill; odd layout, only a fallback option.
Names it as a buffet pick
Calls it the best buffet
Suggests Big Grill when asked for BBQ buffet places.
Lists it as a buffet recommendation
Considers Big Grill the best buffet in Lucknow.
Says Big Grill is the best buffet in Lucknow.
Thinks The Big Grill is the better choice.
Agrees it is the best and far better than BBQ.
Recommends the Big Grill for the buffet.
Says Big Grill is better than BBQ.
All-time favourite; visited 6-7 times and finds the menu different yet delicious
Says it was good this time and that they improved.
Punjabi menu was good but current starters weak; best desserts and great service, second place.
Non-veg buffet has a big chicken leg piece and other dishes are amazing.
Says Big Grill is probably the best buffet around.
Has tried it and says the food is great.
Recommends going to The Big Grill over Barbeque Nation.
Simply recommends Big Grill.
Calls it the best buffet for sure.
Visited recently and felt the quality has degraded.
Recommends the Big Grill, for sure.
Simply says it's not good.
Advises booking via dining apps and says they saved a lot on a large party there.
Agrees the layout is strange and it's only an option due to lack of alternatives.
Says it isn't quite at the level of Pirates of the Grill but comes closest to it.
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Last verified 20/10/2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.