Karachi, the largest city in Pakistan, has a rich and diverse history, offering a plethora of options in terms of culinary extravaganza and showcases a lot of things Pakistan is famous for. Its cultural melange and wide population’s food choice is reflected in the excellent restaurants offering a variety of cuisines from around the world. But, one thing that actually sets the city apart is ‘biryani’ and the people here devour it like its the end of time. It is visible in their inclination towards experimentation with the royal mixed rice dish that has helped the world to know much more about the authentic dish in varied forms. To savor your enjoyment even further, Karachi has several Airbnb vacation rentals available. So, whether you are in the city for leisure or business, savor the authentic taste from the best spots for biryani in Karachi, and surprise your taste buds, while reassuring that dining in Karachi is a dynamic and delicious experience.
1. The White Biryani
If you wish to relish the best biryani in Karachi, then this place is a must try. When you place your order online at this amazing delivery spot, you will be able to enjoy some of the city’s most popular dishes like sumptuous chicken biryani, shami kebab, and refreshing and creamy mint raita. Finish off your meal with a bowl of kheer pudding flavored with almonds, saffron, and sweetened milk. The spicy and flavourful taste of seasoned rice, tender chicken and delectable curried sauce, makes sure that you create a real feast when you are seeking comfort food at any time of day.
The White Biryani
Address: Plot 22C Rahat Commercial Lane 2, D.H.A Phase 6 Rahat Commercial Area Phase 6 Defence Housing Authority, Karachi, 75500, Pakistan
Website: The White Biryani
Opening hours: 12pm - 11pm (daily)
2. Mirchi 360's Nawabi Biryani
This legendary biryani spot is something you just can’t miss when in Karachi. Interestingly, this place is known for maintaining its quality and taste all these years and their scrumptious spicy range of biryanis will never disappoint you. Their mutton biryani, zinger burger, tikka leg, Malai Boti, mayo fries, and green tikka are a must try. Whatever is your choice, this outlet is open for all to satiate all sorts of cravings. The place is a favorite among families and the buzz in there gives you a great feeling.
Mirchi 360's Nawabi Biryani
Address: Khadda Market, Badar Commercial Area Phase 5 Defence Housing Authority, Karachi, 75500, Pakistan
Website: Mirchi 360’s Nawabi Biryani
Opening hours: 12pm - 11pm (daily)
3. Biryani Centre
Biryani Centre opened its doors in 2001 and continues to consistently offer a wide variety of biryani dishes, all while maintaining amazing taste and quality. Among their must-try dishes are chicken, tikka, mutton, beef and the traditional pot-cooked biryani made using original spices and age-old recipes which lends a unique savory taste. All the ingredients used are of the highest quality and hygiene standards are maintained across all the four centers in the city. Plus their diverse buffets and authentic regional food is pretty reasonable on the wallet. Do visit this place for authentic biryani along with some fancy and exuberant ambiance.
Biryani Centre
Address: Phase 5 plot no, 12-C 26th Commercial Street، Phase V Tauheed Commercial Area Phase 5 Defence Housing Authority, Karachi, 75500, Pakistan
Website: Biryani Centre
Opening hours: 10am - 12am (daily)
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4. Premier Biryani
From home delivery to indoor seating, this famous casual dining space is known for its outstanding biryani variations. One of the most well-known places for biryani and other meaty treats for over decades, this place has some of the best flavors at delightful prices. The chicken biryani, haleem, shami kebab, and special zarda are very popular here and are relished by most of their regular customers. Apart from lip-smacking biryani, other non-veg items are exceptionally good. Plus, the easy accessibility from any point of the city is an added advantage.
Premier Biryani
Address: D.H.A Phase II Extension Phase 2 Commercial Area Defence Housing Authority, Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh 75500, Pakistan
Website: Premier Biryani
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 12pm - 5pm (closed on Sun)
5. Biryani Of The Seas
One of the best places to try your hands on some amazing and freshly cooked fish biryani. Their chicken and prawn biryani taste divine and ambrosial too and the spice levels are just right and not overtly done like a few other restaurants in the vicinity. The serving size is generous for the price and provides real value for money. You can also choose this restaurant for meetings and corporate discussions or to celebrate your promotion, a colleague’s birthday or any other events or simply to hangout with your friends. You are promised a great treat and an overall experience at this family restaurant which you are bound to keep on repeating once you head here.
Biryani Of The Seas
Address: Shop No. 20 Prince Complex، Frere Police Station Road, Frere Town, Karachi, 75600, Pakistan
Website: Biryani Of The Seas
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 12pm - 2am; Sun: 4pm - 12am
6. Daily Dubai Restaurant
The Daily Dubai chain offers some of the best Middle Eastern and Pakistani cuisine and is sure to become a favorite with anyone who tries its succulent kebabs and delectable seafood options. The restaurant serves several types of cuisine to meet all taste palates and is the perfect place for a quick yet relishing lunch on the go or for those days when you don’t want to cook at home and feel like ordering food online. One of the few places in Karachi to enjoy the culinary delights of the Arabian peninsula, there are also daily deals and special offers by the restaurant that you can look out for.
Daily Dubai Restaurant
Address: 57-C, 10th Badar، Commercial St, Badar Commercial Area Phase 5 Defence Housing Authority, Karachi, 75500, Pakistan
Website: Daily Dubai Restaurant
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 12pm - 1am; Sun: 10am - 1am
7. Madni Biryani
The biryani at this place is always bang on when it comes to taste and authenticity and you’ll surely not be disappointed. The restaurant is one of the ultimate places for the best biryani and is popular for its lavish buffet that is available throughout the week and weekends and is extremely affordable. Don’t miss the Chicken Nahari, Taza Fry Fish, Shree Mall, and Khamiri Roti, all tasting different in their own way! The specialty of the restaurant is the recipe they use which is different from the rest and are cooked using handmade spices and herbs.
Madni Biryani
Address: R-31, Sector 15-A/5 Sector 15 A 5 Buffer Zone, Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh, Pakistan
Website: Madni Biryani
Opening hours: 12pm - 12am (daily)
8. Student Biryani
One of the oldest biryani spots in Karachi, Student Biryani is a food vendor and runs many cafes in Pakistan, Canada, Australia, and the UAE. Besides the heavenly cooked biryani, you can enjoy diverse cuisines and drinks served here at affordable prices for individuals and groups. Enjoy a blissful ambiance and relax and get rejuvenated as you quench your hunger pangs and thirst with splendor. Great dishes to order from this restaurant includes chicken crispy burger, boneless chicken tikka, aloo qeema, and chicken biryani.
Student Biryani
Address: Van St, Empress Market Central Jacob Lines, Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh, Pakistan
Website: Student Biryani
Opening hours: 9am - 12:15am (daily)
9. Shahi Biryani
As special as the name is, their mouth-watering biryani, ranging from family packs to combo and extra masala biryani is one of the best in this part of the city. The mutton biryani is supposed to be scrumptious but if you like chicken then it’s equally yummy. The vegetarians get the treat of plan biryani without the meat. Roasted spices and local herbs are ground to give the dish a piquant taste, which is accompanied by ginger raita for a heavenly feast. Popular among locals for their vast spread buffets and authentic regional foods, the biryani here is an absolute treat to the taste buds .
Shahi Biryani
Address: Khayaban-e-Mujahid, Phase V Stadium Commercial Area Phase 5 Defence Housing Authority, Karachi, 75500, Pakistan
Opening hours: 12pm - 7pm (daily)
10. Indus Foods
This food joint in Karachi is arguably one of the best places to relish Pakistani food and you get good biryani for an economical price. Many biryani connoisseurs in Karachi consider it the best you can have in the city, and their chicken-to-rice ratio, spice level, and serving portions make it a one-stop destination when in Karachi. Nihari, Haleem, chicken korma, chicken biryani, and kheer are the must-try dishes here.
Indus Foods
Address: Plot No، 11-C Stadium Lane 2, Phase V Stadium Commercial Area Phase 5 Khadda Market، Karachi, 75500, Pakistan
Website: Indus Foods
Opening hours: 9am - 2am (daily)
Feel like a nawab as you savor the delectable biryani
Pakistan showcases a lot of historical places and great spots to get food. These are some of the options for biryani in the city of Karachi, to satiate your cravings. These top places make up for a hectic day at work and are also a great way to celebrate a meal with friends or family. While you’re on a food trip around Karachi, why not check out some hotels, for singles and for couples, that are available. So get out there and enjoy all these great spots to get biryani in Karachi.