Location: Karachi
Top Restaurants in Karachi
Top 10 restaurants in Karachi, Pakistan
Karachi (Urdu: کراچی; ALA-LC: Karācī, IPA: [kəˈraːtʃi] ( listen); Sindhi: ڪراچي) is the capital of the Pakistani province of Sindh. It is the most populous city in Pakistan, and third most populous city proper in the world. Ranked as a beta world city, the city is Pakistan's premier industrial and financial centre. Karachi is also Pakistan's most cosmopolitan city. Situated on the Arabian Sea, Karachi serves as a transport hub, and is home to two of Pakistan's two largest seaports, the Port of Karachi and Port Bin Qasim, as well as the busiest airport in Pakistan.
Things to do in Karachi
1. BBQ Tonight
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 898 reviews
Reviewed By Xeeshu - Karachi, Pakistan
I have been to BBQ Tonight Many time.
Although like other places this is also going to be crowded every day, specially Friday to Sunday its hard to get seats easily, too much wait for getting your table.
The food is superb, taste is awesome, we tried grilled items but never forget the Brain Masala.
You may also avail the discount offers by paying through credit cards
Overall it is good, personal hygiene of waiters should be improve, dirty /stained uniforms didn't give good impression, sleeves should be tighten so it may not touch any item on table.
2. Cafe Flo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 181 reviews
Reviewed By nchammmer - Karachi, Pakistan
We headed to Flo for a family members birthday and Flo does make you feel very special. We ordered the carpaccio, foie gras and calamari, each being their proven starters which didn’t dare to disappoint. The lamb shank risotto is without doubt the best in town after having tested it at all competing establishments and the steak was fabulous as always. Service and ambiance are 5 stars.
3. Okra
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 244 reviews
Reviewed By nchammmer - Karachi, Pakistan
Last night our family of four managed to get a last minute Seating at Okra for an early bird dinner. While I couldn’t make my mind up on what to order, we selected 3 starters and 3 mains. The tuna with soba noodles which is my personal fave was more delicious that ever before, next we were recommended the shrimps with ginger and what a fantastic recommendation it was - we loved it. The third starter was calamari which the girls said wasn’t the best in town, although I thought it very good still. For the mains I shared a green chili steak in butter and as I write this, I’m realizing it is my favorite steak in town, it just melts away like kobe beef on the palate. The lamb thought very tender got a mixed review as the risotto was a bit firm and the couscous with beef got thumbs up from my wife. At the end with had no space for desserts nor tea but lots of praise for the entire team Okra for a delicious experience.
4. Cafe Aylanto
Overall Ratings
4 based on 178 reviews
Reviewed By PeterSulli - San Cristobal de las Casas, Mexico
There is a lovely tranquility to this white-walled elegant restaurant, where the service is impeccable and the food superb. I had the grilled fish off a long and diverse menu and asked for it be spiced up a little, which they did by making it almost chilli-encrusted.
No alcohol of course as in all Karachi restaurants but lovely minty drinks take the edge off the heat. Companions had lamb, chicken and Turkey, all very pleased with the choice. Prices around $10 for mains.
A splendid Christmas night had by all.
5. Pompei Italian Restaurant Karachi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 94 reviews
Fine dining Italian cuisine, using the very best local and imported produce, with an emphasis on contemporary interpretations of classic regional recipes
Reviewed By nchammmer - Karachi, Pakistan
After a lovely experience last month, I invited a guest from Lahore to dinner at Pompei. Reservations took a few hours to confirm which I didn't mind, but throughout our meal there was ample free Seating. I wasnt particularly happy with a table so close to the kitchen but we didn't fuss. Couple of other things...they were out of breasola and oven roasted chicken on a Friday night at 9pm, and we pondered how they could have run out of chicken at the first Seating on a weekend!
Food was very good again. I had pesto with spaghetti which was a unfortunately more like a pesto-alfredo, nonetheless it didn't disappoint. Their peppercorn beef and stuffed mushrooms were fantastic and far better than their peers. Would definitely order them again.
Overall a very quick dining experience. Restaurants have to learn to pace meals unless you have children on the table. Overall service was alright.
Oh, and my guest did mention that the ambience was far better than the Pompei in Lahore!
6. Sakura
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 158 reviews
Reviewed By Miggro - Groningen, The Netherlands
We had nohigh expectations, but the quality was very good. Sushi's were tasty and there was a good selection; not really a teppanyaki. When we were there, there was also a buffet with other thn japanese food availble. So enough choice
7. CHANDNI
Overall Ratings
4 based on 62 reviews
Open for lunch ad dinner with the best view in town. Experience a fusion of Pakistani dishes served buffet style. And not to miss the mesmerizing live entertainment daily.
Reviewed By Iain C
Enjoyed this restaurant during recent business trip. Food was varied and excellent by local standards, live cooking station created a lively atmosphere and live traditional music was very pleasant.
Staff were polite and professional.
Buffet cost was around PKR 2400 which is great value.
Strongly recommended if you are staying in the hotel or nearby.
8. Boat Basin Restaurants
Overall Ratings
4 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By MudsMuds - Karachi, Pakistan
V=Been going there since childhood, Boat Basin Karachi is marvelous, delicious, amazing and has number of food outlets. Starting from local desi cuisine to continental food, it has all the varieties. Halwa puri breakfast here is famous among locals. If you are in town, its a must visit place for everyone.
9. The Pakistani at Movenpick Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By mszf - Hartford, Connecticut
We went here on an impromptu late dinner with family as it came highly recommended and we were delighted with the experience! Delicious food, fantastic, attentive service and the best seafood I've had in a while. In addition, prices were very reasonable for the quality. I would highly recommend this restaurant to travelers and locals alike!
10. Ghaffar Kebab House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By 427muhammedw - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
I have been visiting this place since when i was a kid. In more than thirty years, there tastes is still the same even seems better everytime I visit. Behari Boti, Afghani Boti, Dhaaga Kabab and tikka is one of my favourite. i prefer ordering paratha with all the BBQ items. Ambiance was not that good but when food is awesome who cares about ambiance.
