BK JANI

Be prepared to feel like you've been transported back to Pakistan, because that's exactly what this…read moreplace delivers. The food is some of the most authentic Pakistani cuisine I've had anywhere in New York, from the naan to the saag. If you're missing home, this restaurant is truly an experience. Don't get me wrong--the food is rich, generously cooked with oil, and probably not the healthiest option, but that's part of what makes Pakistani food so comforting and authentic. There's plenty of seating, making it a great spot to visit with family. There's almost always a line, but that's a good sign and a testament to how great the food is. The service is solid--they make sure you get what you need. The ambience is simple and functional, especially for a packed restaurant, but the focus here is clearly on the food. If you're craving real Pakistani flavors, this place is worth the visit.

Stopped into Lahori Chili because we were craving some spice. This location seems small but it's…read morepacked with delicious Pakistani Halal food. Take out or dine in, the choice is yours. We started with samosas, two types; vegetable and chicken. These savory pastries were packed with well season veggies and chicken. The crust was light, flaky and perfectly crispy. The Lamb shanks was so tender, the meat fell of the bone. The spinach and paneer, a homemade cheese, paired well with the shank and vegetable fried rice. This spicy concoction cut through the heaviness of the meat dishes like a butter knife. The combination of flavors complimented each other and balanced the meal perfectly. The chai tea is a must. The original, smells and tastes like warm caramel. The "Kashmir chai" is an acquired taste. Less flavor intense than the regular chai but the pretty pink color adorned with shaved pistachio was a hit for the kids. If you still have room, carrot pudding, basil seed sherbet, assorted fudge and sweets are at your fingertips. Prices are reasonable, won't break the bank. I guarantee you will enjoy the experience.

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Labbaik Karahi Restaurant

4.6(7 reviews)

14.3 mi

I come here twice for food and each time I was happy. I found the food to be very authentic tasting…read moreand the staff was very helpful to my partner who has dietary needs. Good food . Recommend

I tried Chicken boti kabbab & nun. Loved that. Very fresh and unique. I like this resturent because…read moreof family environment.

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Lahori Kabab Restaurant

3.6(116 reviews)

3.6 mi•Flatiron

The chicken tikkas were khasta translated into tender and melt in your mouth. I had stopped for…read moregroceries in Little India and decided to pop in to have the tikkas, my favorite chicken samosa and a tawa roti smeared lavishly with ghee so much so that it glistened royally. I managed the chicken pieces and one samosa plus the roti. I had one more added to be packed. Sadek Khan is the major domo here combining taking orders, heating the food and serving it. He is always kind to me and has me sit at a table where no one else is going to trouble me. I must've a variety of the foods that I often see customers enjoy.

PROs - location , price , food CONs - service , some type…read moreof food , presentation Was walking by Lexington Avenue and saw this spot . I love tasting new restaurants and wanted to stop by this place . Fantastic location . Right in the heart of Lexington Avenue . Lots of other restaurants nearby. Lots of space inside to sit and eat . Even though the ambience is not that great , it's ok for a quick lunch .. service could be better. All guys go inside the kitchen and hardly come out . Wish they had a bell or something in the counter outside for the customers to call them . Sometimes you keep waiting for many minutes before they come out . For the price , food was good . They have many food items on display and we chose some curries .. quantity was good . Naan , white rice and 2 non veg curries for 13.50$. Not bad. ... goat curry was good . Perfect Lahori taste . Chicken curry was average . Could have tasted better . My only issue is presentation. The y just mix all curries in rice and they are smashed all across the plate . Wish they give these curries in separate containers so we can enjoy the flavor of each curries . Another thing is they just reheat these curries . They are precooked . Sometimes with that , we wouldn't know if it is fresh . It tasted fresh though. Overall a good restaurant but giving them 3 stars . Will visit again and check and improve my ratings if needed

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Mashallah Sweets & Restaurant

3.5(106 reviews)

3.5 mi•Flatbush

Good place to eat halal food. I like their butter chicken a lot. Samosas are also pretty good…read more I hope they make the washroom a little cleaner.

Their halal chicken kebab is fresh, Chana chat yummy, love this place. Customer service is…read morewelcoming.

2.4 mi•Williamsburg - North Side

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BK JANI

4.2(469 reviews)

My friends and I stumbled into BK Jani on a rainy day, just seeking out shelter, but we were met…read morewith a great meal. The Jani Burger was amazing, perfectly cooked, with great pakistani flavor, and it was refreshing not to have a smash burger for once. The lamb chops were also cooked to perfection, perfect medium rare, super tender and very flavorful. The Nihari sandwich was also great, however I wish there was a little more unique flavor to it. The masala fries are alright, but I'd say you can skip those. On top of the great food, this service was even better. The staff was so friendly, checking in on us and even offering us a free mango lassi drink. The restaurant itself is comfortably casual with heat lamps inside, which is nice to have on a cold day, I imagine. i definitely recommend!

Not sure this place is it for me. Came in on a Sunday and the house was packed so my wife and I…read moreordered takeout. Took about 15min or so to get which was fine. We at this on the sidewalk so it was still fresh when we got it. But for us the food just didn't hit. I recognize it's fusion, but maybe the way things were meant to be balanced didn't mesh. The (impossible burger patty) lahori felt quite bland. Maybe because the burger patty was so thick, but it just kind of was overwhelmed by generic beef patty taste which wasn't what I was expecting. The nihari had some really good flavor, but I found the bread was somehow both quite dry and soggy at the same time. It's hard to describe, but I felt like it was working against the actual nihari flavor. Sadly I do think something like naan or basmati rice would've been better. The fries were pretty unremarkable, too. Just tasted like fries you'd get at your local bodega. I don't expect the wheel to be reinvented when it comes to fusion restaurants, but I just felt nothing actually balanced themselves well (at least for what we ordered). For $50 pre-tip, I'm a bit disappointed. This place has been on my hit list for a while, but I can't see myself wanting to go back. Staff was friendly and the space, albeit small, can fit groups of 2-4 pretty easily. I have a few friends that really like this place, so maybe I'm just the odd one out.

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Lahore Restaurant

4.0(202 reviews)

7.9 mi

Visited this spot a few days ago and was blown away. I can't believe I hadn't tried this place any…read moreearlier despite living in Secaucus! Took me back to my roots in Lahore, Pakistan and was overall a 10/10 experience with the amazing and hospitable service they gave me and accommodate us quick while being so busy. The food had to be top tier too we tried their chicken Karahi, gol gappay, mojitos, butter chcicken mix grill and varieties of naan and it all tasted so delicious I even packed 2 bags of takeout for the week! Also they were so kind to give me kitchen access so I can film videos and got a few very nice shots of food/ambiance/and vibes with my camera. The interior is also very well decorated to match the city of Lahore which topped it all off. Honestly this had to be my favorite Pakistani restaurant in all of NJ and I'll definitely be back with more friends and family!!!

the chapli lebabs are phenomenal again the the chicken briyani needs to be fresh upon deliveryread more

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Goat Karahi

Nasheman Grill And Restaurant

3.5(82 reviews)

7.8 mi•Brighton Beach

Amazing Food to staff and desert and one shot great lunch, dinner whatever you prefer they have…read moreit.!! The service is the best nice and clean! Swim the owner/waiter is amazing

The workers are friendly and patient. They graciously gave us a curry we considered in addition to…read moreour actual order. They also let us have a small pani puri (6 pieces) order instead of a regular full order (approximately 20 pieces). Curries are rich and pair well with garlic naan, which is heavily infused with garlic bits. I do wish the pani puri puffs are crispier. They were soggy by the time it arrived at our table. I would recommend the potato samosa more than the meat samosa because the potato filling is more moist and flavorful. Both samosas had a fluffy/soft skin though, and I do prefer a thick/crunchy skin. The huge dessert selection impressed me. The tres leches cake in particular is a fun twist on the Latin sweet, using a caramelized glazed on top. The rice pudding is delicious as well. Opens until 4am, so it's a nice solve for late night eats. Food is 3 stars, but I'm rating 4 stars after considering service and overall convenience.

4.3 mi•Ocean Parkway, Flatbush

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Sweetness

3.7(76 reviews)

Have tried the cakes here very good not too sweet and very fresh . Also tried chicken biryani and…read morechicken Pulao . Both were nicely seasoned and nice portion of chicken. Also tried samosas also very tasty. Highly recommend this place for authentic Indian food.

I was excited to try this restaurant with a friend who highly recommend it, but we both left…read moredisappointed. The gola kabab, especially when paired with its accompanying onions and light green sauce, is a tasty appetizer, but it unfortunately gets overshadowed by the rest of our experience. I usually finish all my food, but the halwa puri was an exception. A piney-oil taste unfortunately overpowers every element in this dish. In retrospect, I believe it should have come with a curry on the side as well, so we missed that. The butter chicken has a tomato-based flavor palette, but I wished there is more curry sauce. This may be personal preference, but it felt like a saucy stir-fry vs a curry. Lastly, I don't understand why the food takes long to arrive at tables considering most of the food is just sitting in display, only needing to be reheated.

6.1 mi•Jackson Heights, Elmhurst

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Kababish

3.6(231 reviews)

I've been here several times for the naan and meat rolls. A good quick and inexpensive local spot…read morefor a snack.

So when it comes to Pakistani cuisine, this hole in the wall take out place is probably the best in…read moreJackson Heights. The area is swamped with Bangladeshi, Nepalese, Pakistani and indian food and shops, and if you are out with a family, this may not be the place to go as there is absolutely no seating in there. This is strictly a take out place. The food is delicious, specially the chicken kababs. Their Haleem and Nihari also is probably the best in the area. The first time, I just walked in by accident just to see what this place was. After having a conversation with their main chef, he tempted me to try their Haleem as a taste test and the rest is history. From there on, whenever I am in Jackson heights, I pick up food from here. The cuisine and style is mostly from Karachi, the spice level is a bit on the higher side, but if you really want to exercise your taste buds, this is the place to go. Downside: Parking is tough in that neighborhood as it is so crowded. You may have to circle around to find parking at a bit distant.

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5 years ago

Great service, fresh ingredients, and tasty burgers! They have a chicken sandwich that is one of the best I've ever had. I highly recommend it. read more

David L.

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8 years ago

Great place with good food. Try and see it. Spicy and delicious. Recommended for anyone who want spicy.

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BK JANI

4.2

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My friends and I stumbled into BK Jani on a rainy day, just seeking out shelter, but we were met…read morewith a great meal. The Jani Burger was amazing, perfectly cooked, with great pakistani flavor, and it was refreshing not to have a smash burger for once. The lamb chops were also cooked to perfection, perfect medium rare, super tender and very flavorful. The Nihari sandwich was also great, however I wish there was a little more unique flavor to it. The masala fries are alright, but I'd say you can skip those. On top of the great food, this service was even better. The staff was so friendly, checking in on us and even offering us a free mango lassi drink. The restaurant itself is comfortably casual with heat lamps inside, which is nice to have on a cold day, I imagine. i definitely recommend!

Not sure this place is it for me. Came in on a Sunday and the house was packed so my wife and I…read moreordered takeout. Took about 15min or so to get which was fine. We at this on the sidewalk so it was still fresh when we got it. But for us the food just didn't hit. I recognize it's fusion, but maybe the way things were meant to be balanced didn't mesh. The (impossible burger patty) lahori felt quite bland. Maybe because the burger patty was so thick, but it just kind of was overwhelmed by generic beef patty taste which wasn't what I was expecting. The nihari had some really good flavor, but I found the bread was somehow both quite dry and soggy at the same time. It's hard to describe, but I felt like it was working against the actual nihari flavor. Sadly I do think something like naan or basmati rice would've been better. The fries were pretty unremarkable, too. Just tasted like fries you'd get at your local bodega. I don't expect the wheel to be reinvented when it comes to fusion restaurants, but I just felt nothing actually balanced themselves well (at least for what we ordered). For $50 pre-tip, I'm a bit disappointed. This place has been on my hit list for a while, but I can't see myself wanting to go back. Staff was friendly and the space, albeit small, can fit groups of 2-4 pretty easily. I have a few friends that really like this place, so maybe I'm just the odd one out.

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(55 reviews)

Had a bogo deal where 2 chicken w rice were $13 a piece. A great value-- and the halal always hits…read more Nice spot to take out from. Cheers!

Been wanting to try Halal-N-Out for quite some time and finally had the opportunity too. Biggest…read moreregret - did not try the chicken over rice - but will next time! Standard late night grub - can get all things fried and glcan satisfy that craving! We got some onion rings, loaded fries (uses a cheese sauce vs. melted cheese), shrimp basket, and a sandwich. All were good, but nothing stood out. Service was good - everything made once we ordered vs. sitting out for a while. The space was also packed with orders and seems like a serious to go operation. Next time will have to try the chicken over rice!

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4.7

(69 reviews)

Service is super good. Theyre extremely friendly when ordering!…read more Burger was great. Ingredients all taste fresh. You can tell the burgers are hand rolled and fresh meat. Tomatoes and onions were flavorful and it really was a stacked burger. Enjoyed the beef bacon too. This is an awesome halal spot. Lots of seating in there and its clean. Highly recommend!

Love that there's a halal burger spot in this area. The service was great and their menu has lots…read moreof options; burgers, chicken sandwiches, wings, loaded fries and shakes. Everything was yum. I definitely recommend their beef burgers over the chicken and also recommend their strawberry shake. The only thing I didn't like was the cheese sauce on the loaded fries it was giving the tostitos nacho sauce taste, which I don't really like. Other than that, highly recommend.

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I couldn't find another unique on this planet. The Rogers' classic is the best overall on the menu…read more The beef with the onions, tomatoes, lettuce and the house sauce. The grilled brioche bun. I don't like cheese on my burger but it's great with cheese because I'm little wild.

Finally made it...picture does NOT do this burger justice! I actually remembered to take after I…read moredevoured the first one and was about to dig in burger#2 ‍ But anywayyyy... I got the Burger Crèole - Smash AND Regular single patty burger. Yes, I was being a fat ! Mira, I was HUNGRY, ok! [Spicy] Haitian Pikliz, [no] tomato, cheddar cheese & pikliz aioli all on a toasted brioche toasted bun... Y'all - this burger was magically delicious! And, NO, it wasn't b/c I was hungry! Oh! Also had some of their Smokes Paprika fries - definitely compliments the spiciness of the Burger Crèole [if you can't take SPICE/Picante, Burger Crèole may not be for you] AND they got ice cream...mi gente ICE CREAMMMMM Service was pretty quick but it did ene up getting busy - not just w/take-out orders but in house as well I will definitely come back again and make my way through the menu!

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Straight banger, must try…read more Parking is available via street parking, if you commute it's a breeze to reach Service is friendly! Cashier easily answered any question we had. We had the Pastrami Burger, fries Carrot Cake, and the Double Chocolate cake. Honestly the cakes were pretty ok, but the meat is where it's at! A huge selection of Burgers, sandwiches, and food. The restaurant itself is small, neat, and is great for a quick bite. Great for lunch, walking by, pickups and was not crowded. I'll definitely be back to try more of this menu

I don't say this lightly--this is probably one of the best pastrami sandwiches I've ever had. The…read moremeat is unbelievably soft, juicy, and packed with flavor, and the bread is so fresh it practically falls apart in the best way possible. Every bite just melts together perfectly. If you're a pastrami fan, this place is an absolute must-try.

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When I placed my order, he told me to give a tip. That should be up to the customer. Staff should…read morenot tell customers to give a tip, especially when it's a takeout order from a food cart. I won't return because of that.

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If they ever had a competition with McDonald's on the snack wrap Filly Luv are winning hands…read moredown!!! The chicken was soooo tender and fried to perfection. It was soooo filling and the sauce just made it amazing. It did take a bit of time but it was well worth the wait. The Boba tea was not my cup because I like softer tapioca balls but the wraps make up for it all! It's a cute place with limited seating. Staff is friendly and very accommodating. NoneNonetheless I would be back.

Best fried chicken in the neighborhood. They batter their food to where it stays crispy and juicy…read moreeven long after ordering, which makes it perfect for delivery. The Honey Garlic flavor is so good. Staff are friendly and kind. This is definitely a grab-and-go place, though.

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Food was GOOD!! Customer Service was AMAZING!!! Mac n cheese n meatloaf was good!! It was a warm…read morefeeling inside!! I looked lost and got the proper guidance!!! And was lead in the right place. I purchased Turkey wings w/Mac n cheese n cabbage and a side of meatloaf. Everything was Amazing!!

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Do yourself a favor. I did. Plus I live in Manhattan and I got on the subway and take the 2-3…read moretrain to Bergen and get some of the Best Fried Chicken ever. Not greasy or to salty and the skin stays on. Plus they make it to order which means it's not like other places where it's been sitting around under hot lights. The folks who run the place are super nice. Maybe it's because it's in Brooklyn. Just saying. But I did come all the way from Manhattan. Enjoy Treat yourself you are worth it !!!!

If your in the area of Barclay's center and want Fried Chicken, this is a place to try!…read more The name says it all. Lots of selections of fried chicken drizzled with honey. Order via their app and as noted on it, they cook the chicken fresh to order about a 30 min wait time. Ordered the dark meat combo, chicken wings, chicken tenders, tots and cornbread. Overall, very good fried chicken. Pick up time was exactly as quoted. Tried both honey drizzled and without. Worth trying both to see what you prefer. For me, it was the honey drizzled. Chicken was definitely fresh and crispy. Travels with some and they were still crispy after an hour commute with it. A must try if you're in BK and want some honey drizzled Fried Chicken.

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