If you live in Dubai and haven’t yet visited Karachi Darbar restaurant Dubai, chances are you’ve heard the name at least once. This family-run Pakistani restaurant has been a fixture in the city since 1973, serving residents hearty, home-style food at prices that keep regulars coming back week after week. With over 20 branches spread across Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman, the chances are there is one close to wherever you live.
This guide covers everything you need: where to find it, what to order, and what to expect when you visit.
- What is Karachi Darbar?
- Karachi Darbar Dubai branches
- What’s on the Karachi Darbar Dubai menu
- What to expect when you visit
- Key takeaways
- Frequently Asked Questions
What is Karachi Darbar?
Karachi Darbar is a Pakistani restaurant group with roots going back to 1973, making it one of Dubai’s oldest Pakistani restaurants. It was founded by the late Haji Mohammed Farook, who arrived in Dubai in 1967 and set up a small eatery in Deira, naming it after Karachi, Pakistan’s financial capital.
What started as a single branch has since grown to over 20 outlets across the UAE. The menu is centred on Pakistani cuisine, with Indian dishes and a handful of Chinese options also available. It is halal and family-friendly, and most branches are open from early morning until 2 AM, making it one of the more flexible dining options in the city.
Prices are consistently affordable: meals typically come in under AED 50 per person, which goes a long way to explaining why the restaurant has held onto a loyal following for over five decades.
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Karachi Darbar Dubai branches
Below are some of the Karachi Darbar locations across Dubai, with addresses and direct phone numbers.
| Area | Address | Phone |
| Deira – Al Muteena | 41 Al Muteena Street, Al Muteena, Deira | +971 4 271 0555 |
| Deira – Hor Al Anz | 34a Street 14, Hor Al Anz, Deira | +971 4 262 5251 |
| Deira – Naif Street | Naif Street #33, Al Maktoum Hospital Road, Deira | +971 4 222 2244 |
| Bur Dubai – Al Fahidi | Al Fahidi Street, Al Souk Al Kabir, Bur Dubai | +971 4 353 3177 |
| Bur Dubai – Oud Metha | 54, 10th Street, Oud Metha, Bur Dubai | +971 4 357 9000 |
| Al Karama (branch 1) | Al Karama 31b Street, Al Karama | +971 4 334 7434 |
| Al Karama (branch 2) | 60, 31b Street, Al Karama | +971 4 334 7272 |
| Al Satwa | 284 Al Satwa Road, Al Satwa | +971 4 349 0202 |
| Al Nahda | Al Nahda Road 2, 5a Street, Al Nahda 2 | +971 4 258 0443 |
| Al Qusais | Al Qusais 1, Al Qusais, Dubai | +971 4 261 4131 |
| Al Garhoud | Cargo Village, Airport Road, Al Garhoud | 04 282 8285 |
Karachi Darbar restaurant Deira Dubai is particularly well-served, with three branches in the area: Al Muteena, Hor Al Anz, and Naif Street. Most branches are open daily from 5:00 AM to 2:00 AM; the Naif Street branch stays open until 2:30 AM and has a prayer break on Fridays from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. It is worth confirming hours directly with your nearest branch before visiting.
What’s on the Karachi Darbar Dubai menu
The Karachi Darbar restaurant dubai menu spans breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with Pakistani dishes making up the core of the offering.
Breakfast
- Halwa puri: Sweet semolina halwa served with fluffy puris and spiced channa
- Paya: Slow-cooked spiced trotter stew, one of the restaurant’s signature morning dishes
- Halwa puri with nihari, also popular during morning hours at select branches
Mains
- Peshawari chicken karahi: Rich, tomato-based wok dish served with freshly made roti
- Haleem: Slow-cooked lentil and meat stew
- Biryani: Available in chicken and prawn varieties
- Dal makhani: Slow-cooked black lentils in a buttery sauce
- Seekh kebabs
- Chapli kebabs
Drinks
- Doodh pati chai: Strong, milk-heavy Pakistani-style tea worth ordering alongside any meal
- Mango lassi
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What to expect when you visit
| Category | Details |
| Cuisine | Pakistani (primary), with Indian and Chinese options |
| Price range | Budget-friendly; meals typically under AED 50 per person |
| Opening hours | 5:00 AM – 2:00 AM daily (most branches) |
| Halal | Yes |
| Seating | Ground and upstairs seating for families and groups of all sizes |
| Dining options | Dine-in, takeaway, delivery |
| Reservations | Walk-in only |
| Parking | Limited at most branches; street and public parking nearby |
If you are planning a visit to the Karachi Darbar restaurant Bur Dubai branch, Al Fahidi Street location tends to get busy during lunch hours and late evenings. Arriving slightly off-peak makes for a more comfortable experience.
Key takeaways
- Karachi Darbar has been serving Dubai since 1973 and is the city’s oldest Pakistani restaurant, with over 20 outlets across Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman.
- Dubai branches span Deira, Bur Dubai, Al Karama, Al Satwa, Al Nahda, Al Qusais, and Al Garhoud, with most open daily from 5:00 AM to 2:00 AM.
- Must-try dishes include Peshawari chicken karahi, paya, haleem, biryani, and halwa puri, all at budget-friendly prices.
- The restaurant is halal, family-friendly, and offers dine-in, takeaway, and delivery at most branches.
Frequently Asked Questions
The original branch is located in Al Karama, on Al Karama 31b Street. It has been open since the restaurant was founded in 1973.
Karachi Darbar operates over 20 branches across Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman. In Dubai, branches can be found in Deira, Bur Dubai, Al Karama, Al Satwa, Al Nahda, Al Qusais, and Al Garhoud, among other areas.
Karachi Darbar is best known for its authentic, affordable Pakistani food. Signature dishes include Peshawari chicken karahi, paya, haleem, biryani, and halwa puri.
Yes, Karachi Darbar is halal-certified.
Most branches are open daily from 5:00 AM to 2:00 AM. The Naif Street branch in Deira is open until 2:30 AM, with a Friday prayer break from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Hours may vary by branch, so it is advisable to confirm before visiting.
