Pakistani Restaurants in Chicago, IL

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“Tonight I got Aloo palak, veggie samosa, garlic naan and mango lassi! The Aloo palak was exactly what I needed for tonight 🫶🏼 I ate everything and forgot to take photos but wow!

The food is always great! I’m never afraid to ask questions because I know everyone is very helpful. I always take it to go. I can’t wait to dine in soon.“

“Paya and Kashmiri Chai is outstanding“

“The food is incredible! The staff are friendly, kind.“

“Great ambience and Nihari/ mix grill are awesome !!“

“The mutton paya was absolutely delicious. The gravy was rich and flavorful and the bowl came with plenty of good meaty pieces. The meat itself was incredibly tender, almost falling off the bone, which made every bite deeply satisfying. You can really tell it was slow cooked with care and skill. For such good paya, Al Halal Zaiqa Restaurant will always be my go to choice.“

“Best restaurant ! Great Zinger burger and fantastic proportions. Make it a meal, their fries are the best I’ve ever ate.“

“I recently contacted Khan BBQ Restaurant to enquire about their food, and I’m glad to share that I confirmed they are Zabiha Halal certified. They assured me that all their meat is sourced from verified halal suppliers, and they take proper care in food preparation according to halal standards. It’s great to see a restaurant maintaining both good taste and authenticity!“

“Food and service was excellent“

“Great food, great atmosphere“

“Stopped by Hot N' Spicy Chicago on Devon Ave for a late-night bite and was impressed. Grabbed the Chicken Chutney Roll—tender chicken wrapped in a soft paratha with a tangy chutney kick. Also tried the Masala Fries, which were crispy and packed with flavor. The staff was friendly, and the place had a cozy vibe. If you're in the area and craving a flavorful halal meal, this spot is worth checking out. Definitely coming back to try more of their menu.“

“I have been going to this restaurant for about 10 years. I always order the same thing, Dahl Channa. But recently I've tried the lamb and potatoes with a side of white rice and just two days ago I tried the spinach and potatoes with a side of rice. Both dishes were extraordinary. In wished I'd tried them long before then. Both were delicious and I felt prepared in a healthy mannner.“

“One of the best restaurants in Chicago that brings out authentic South Asian taste. Today we tried their Nehari, Chicken and Beef with Chapati and Paratha, these were superb tasty. If you are looking for Halal South Asian flavor, this is a place for you.“

“Amazing service, food, and experience. Can't wait to share this with my boys next time.“

“Best chicken 65 that you could ever taste only in hayderabad, I really want go there every time i remember the taste, amazing friendly staff, parking sometimes little bit hard, but the experience is non comparable, the bread all so tasty and fresh and worm, one of my top restaurants.“

“The service was prompt and the meal was excellent. We got the Chicken Korma and tried Goat for the first time. Extremely flavorful!“

“Absolutely amazing taste! I tried the rumali chicken shawarma and mutton biryani, and honestly, it felt like I was back in Hyderabad. The flavors were spot on, rich, and authentic—especially the biryani, which was perfectly cooked and full of aroma. It’s rare to find this level of desi taste in Chicago, but Al Kabeer nailed it. If you’re craving real Hyderabadi-style food, this place is a must-visit. Definitely coming back again!“

“Amazing biryani . Our server Rafee was awesome“

“i just tried nehari ,Mutton biryani and beef behari kabab today and everything was super delicious, even my kids love the food,and also their service is super fast and nice.100%recommended“

“Came here for breakfast while visiting Chicago, and the food did not disappoint. We ordered the halwa puri and the omelette with paratha — both were delicious and served in generous portions. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for authentic Karachi-style nashta!“

“The restaurant is cozy and the staff is so kind and friendly. Generous portions of food, excellent and delicious. I'll be back!“

“Authentic taste, great portioning, clean, and simple. I had tasted such good Desi food only back home on grand occasions like weddings etc. This guy is simply magical. I tried Tala gosht, allo Qeema, and Aaloo Palak.... everything was awesome. And he has a good list of vegi choices too. Definitely going back.“

“we went there on a friend's recommendation....wow! LOVED the food and friendly service. if you are homesick for home cooked food this is the place. authentic pakistani food hands down. can't wait to go back“

“Amazing service, food, and experience. Can't wait to share this with my boys next time.“

“The food never disappoints. Been a customer for years!“

“Mutton biryani is fantastic, among other favorites on a huge and extensive menu! Super efficient, family friendly, and gentle on the pocket too.“

“Stopped by Tahoora for breakfast—spent about $12 on halwa puri with aloo and chole. The puris were crispy and golden, and the halwa had that perfect sweetness. The aloo and chole were flavorful, though I would've liked a bit more spice. The place was bustling, but the staff was friendly. It's a solid spot for a traditional Indian breakfast. Just be aware that they don't serve halwa puri every day, so it's best to check ahead.“

“Large, generous dishes. Really flavorful food. We tried lagan chicken, achari chicken, and potato samosas. All exceeded expectations and were really good! I will note they had limited menu items, and some things on the menu we wanted to try were not available.“

“Food is delicious home feeling.. Prices are affordable.. Daal with plain rice is my personal favorite And chicken boti ��“

“They were not lying about the portions. I got through about 1/3 of the chicken biryani and had to save the rest for later. That said, for the portion and the price it was pretty good quality food. I don’t think there were levels to the spice, which I like it hot anyways, but just a heads up there. I’ll have to come back and try a few other items.“

“I had a nice time here. The service is quite exceptional and they’re all extremely friendly. I really like this older gentleman who provides water in the beginning and helps to clean tables; he’s not fluent in English but definitely tries and is immensely kind.

Their naan is on the chewier side which I like; it is slightly oily which I didn’t mind. Their “rolls” are like burritos (huge!) and very tasty— would recommend! I also had their chicken masala which comes as shredded chicken, which was new and interesting, I liked it! Their main dishes do not come with rice so you do have to buy it as extra.

The restaurant really stands out for its service and I’d definitely come back.“

“Rolled into House of Biryani for lunch on a Wednesday—grabbed the Chicken Biryani special and a Haleem to sip. Biryani was packed with flavor and the Haleem was rich and warming, just hit the spot. Staff were super friendly and chill. Kitchen kept pace, no major wait. Cozy Devon Street gem. Can’t wait to come back for their Friday buffet!“