Pakistani Restaurants in Chicago, IL

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

“Stopped by Khan B.B.Q. for lunch—spent about $20 on a chicken boti platter with naan and daal fry. The chicken boti was juicy and flavorful, cooked to perfection in the tandoor. The naan was fresh and soft, perfect for scooping up the rich daal fry. The place has a no-frills vibe, but the food speaks for itself. Service was quick, and the staff was friendly. Definitely a solid spot for authentic Pakistani barbecue.“

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

“The most amazing food and service“

“Very good experience Enjoy“

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

“One of the best food place“

“Paya and Kashmiri Chai is outstanding“

“I was in University Village and craving Pakistani food. Unfortunately the restaurants on Devon Ave don't deliver here :(. However, a quick Google search brought this restaurant up! I'm glad I ordered here. I recommend the Khari Chicken, Butter Chicken, and Chicken 65 ?. By the time our garlic naan arrived, it was rock hard. I don't blame anyone- sometimes that happens. A big bonus was the zeera rice you get with every curry dish order! I love how generous the portions of rice were with every curry order! Will order again ????????“

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

“Service deserves 10 star. The waiter here is the nicest person ever. Really quick and precise service. Food is hands down one of the best. Halwa puri is, again, one of the best in town in my opinion. The place has TONS of options and everything I've tried so far has been a hit. It's a bit far from the typical Desi restaurants but it's worth it. Parking is kind of tight though. They also have a Desi grocery store attached which is convenient if you need to grab something.“

“Great food, great atmosphere“

“Tabaq Restaurant near downtown Chicago is hands-down one of the best spots for authentic South Asian cuisine. I recently dined there and was truly impressed with the quality and flavor of their food.

The fish was fresh, well-seasoned, and grilled to perfection—crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. It had just the right amount of spice without overpowering the natural flavor.

The mandi was absolutely delicious. The rice was fragrant and perfectly cooked, and the way it was served with tender meat (and sometimes fish!) made it a hearty, satisfying dish. It’s clear they know how to get the flavors just right.

But the highlight for me was the mutton khorma—rich, creamy, and full of deep, complex spice. The mutton was so tender it practically fell apart with a fork, and the gravy was perfect with naan or even just by itself.

Overall, amazing food, great service, and a cozy atmosphere. I’ll definitely be back!“