I wanted to come to BK Jani for long time and finally today I came. The Jani burger was good. If you aren't hungry, Lamb chops are okay, a bit salty, I got 2 two pieces with Green Salad. The burger came with fried and tomato sauce was delicious. it is not a ketchup! I also went to backyard, It was awesome! read more

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Very mid-level food. All three fries ("plain" which had salt & pepper, sweet potato, & masala) on the menu very very salty, some burgers were either too salty (the Jani, 808, & Lahori) or very one note and lacking flavor (ye cheese). The wings were dry & over cooked (they had ZERO sauce unlike what was advertised), The star/highlight of the meal was the fried chicken sandwich (juicy chicken, spicy, saucy, and a hit of freshness with the pickles & lettuce; wish the tomato weren't grilled bc the sauce and batter make it very heavy) The service was meh since the delivery took one hour longer than the allotted time, but it's a Saturday night and it must've been busy so that wasn't really a huge deal. read more

great food, great service! Loved the corn and lentil soup especially. The burger wasn't really my thing but I'm sure it someone else's. They had all the flavors there read more

BK JANI - Challi (Corn on the cob) was very spicy but very good - Pakistani Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Ugh. I don't even know where to begin because there are so many things wrong with this place. First off, the service. They claim they don't have a bathroom here. Exactly what the cashier said was "we don't have a bathroom but if you buy something from the deli next door they'll let you use it." First, yes you do have a bathroom just say it's for employees only. Also, what a great useless tip! Second, the food itself. The masala fries were saltier than I could even imagine fries to be (and I actually prefer salty food). The "classic" BK Jani burger itself was very underwhelming too, it wasn't cooked well and the burger itself lacked any real flavor. Topping green chutney on top of a burger doesn't really do much nor does it make it a "Pakistani" burger as far as I can recall... Last but most definitely not least, the owner (the bald guy if you can't tell by since he's literally pacing in the restaurant the entire time). Not only was he giving us dirty looks the entire time for god knows what reason (maybe because we stopped eating our food because we didn't exactly enjoy it? Who knows) but he went around greeting everyone but us and whispering things looking our way as well to his employees. I hate to say it, but he was 110% RACIST and we felt so uncomfortable that we left with our food barely eaten. It was really upsetting since I read such rave reviews about this place but left feeling completely disrespected. After eating here, I read further into the low rating reviews and it was clear that there is clearly a pattern of bigotry and arrogance from the owner which shouldn't be warranted in any way shape or form in ANY circumstance. Do yourself a favor and go somewhere where at least you would be treated with respect. read more

BK JANI - Disgusting food and service - Pakistani Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

1 because they charged me $1.00 to cut the sandwich and did not disclose the fee upfront. Customers: Do not ask them to cut your sandwich in half; ask for a knife and do it yourself. The food was okay. But if you are open to chicken, then I suggest saving your money and going to "Birdies Hot Chicken" 810 Grand St, Brooklyn - 5min walk from BK Jani read more

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I went here just onetime several years ago. After having a burger in the backyard , I saw a rat go by, in the backyard ,as I was leaving . I mentioned it to the owner ,who was with friends ,didn't seem to be concerned from what I said, needless to say, NEVER did I go back there again. I even sent them a message, but never heard back from them. It's amazes me how this place is still opened, when other restaurants get shut down for this reason. I had to give one star rating but truthfully not even worthy of that . read more

The ambiance is nice and there are outdoor seating. They also have beautiful mural on the wall and the staffs are welcoming. The nihori sandwich is off the wall here!!!! It is a beef brisket with green Chilies lemon ginger and cilantro. $18 and it was so amazing and worth every penny. The meat had the perfect amount of heat and it was melt in your mouth good!! The only issue with my meal is that they forgot my yucca fries. read more

BK JANI - Nihari Sandwich - Pakistani Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The Jani burger lives up to the hype. The guy working there insisted I do the medium spicy chutney for my burger... but I wish I had followed my heart and went with the hot. Aside from that, it's a great burger and the Pakistani spices and chutney definitely offer a cool juxtaposition from what you usually expect from a burger. Also, the massala fries and house ketchup are great and both have serious flavor and a nice kick of heat. Staff was friendly and service was great. Just wish I did the hot chutney not the medium. read more

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BK Jani in Williamsburg is my go-to spot for some seriously delicious Pakistani-inspired burgers. The fried chicken sandwich I had was top-notch--crispy, juicy, and bursting with flavor. This isn't my first visit, and it definitely won't be my last. The vibes are chill, the food is consistently fantastic, and I already can't wait to go back for more! read more

BK JANI - Fried Chicken Sandwich - Pakistani Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

So more for a personal journal : Number 1) the backyard burger handsdown 2) grilled chicken Sando- moist and warm and flavorful 3) ye javani- like pizza in a burger : baked red pepper flakes in the cheese 4) jani - classic : mint chutney 5) ye cheez- too cheesey, not flavorful read more

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Last time I was in NYC we went with @arshisaeed and her fam to dinner. When they recommended a "Desi" burger spot I have to admit I was very skeptical given that most desis cook their beef well done and more kabob like but we ended up going with it. When we arrived at @bkjani in Brooklyn I was super pleasantly surprised to find that the chef really knew his burgers and has made a DELICIOUS burger. Let's talk about why: 1. Meat: the chef here knows how to cook burgers. Much to my surprise the burger was cooked medium rare and with some light sprinkling of masala on the outside of the patty tasted amazing 2. Sauces: this is probably what makes it so unique, paired with your medium rare masala burger you add a hari chutney mayo along with a little bit of raita that pairs just awesomely with the burger 3. The bun: this is a good fluffy and solid sesame seed bun, glad they didn't skimp out on what holds it together Bonus: not pictured but the masala fries that pair with the burger are delicious and awesome on their own Special shout out to @oshehzad for telling me about this place before I even realized I was going there, great rec sorry we didn't go together! If you're in Brooklyn and want a unique burger check out BK Jani!! read more

BK JANI - The Jani - Pakistani Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This spot is awesome. Highly recommend getting lamb chops and the masala fries. If u get the chops makes you get enough so no fighting over the last one read more

Juicy, flavorful, and dynamic - the burgers are BK Jani are excellent. Don't sleep on the masala fries, which come with a tomato chutney for dipping. read more

BK Jani has been on my list of places to go for a while but I just haven't been able to make it out to Brooklyn. Thanks to an event my friends were hosting I finally made it out, and that's when I realized that I was missing out big time. Firstly, the outdoor space is adorable. The fairy lights add an extra charm along with the greenery and the murals. You can absolutely make it your own for any event. The menu for the event included lamb chops, beef burger, chicken rolls and masala fries. The lamb chops were the best I have ever had in my life. The burger was delicious as well. I stuffed myself up with the masala fries and unfortunately didn't leave room for the chicken roll. However, others seemed to like that too. The food was so good that I had to get a takeout order so my family could taste the deliciousness as well. Overall I would say, it is worth the trek no matter where you live. read more

Fries were so delicious and such good affordable prices for good food and nice serving sizes

The Jani burger and the chicken sandwich at BK Jani are all stars. The chicken sandwich comes with a huge piece of chicken that can barely be contained between the bun and it's loaded with curry flavor. The meat itself is moist and the spice level is balanced out with the generous heap of pickle chips that come on the sandwich. The Jani burger is incredibly flavorful and the beef patty is thick. Definitely a memorable burger but I think I liked the chicken sandwich more! They also ask you for your preferred spice level. I asked for the burger "spicy" and it was perfect. Not overbearing at all. I took my order to go but the restaurant itself is on the smaller side, but these sandwiches would make for a perfect picnic in Maria Hernandez park across the street. Enjoy! read more

Brianna was amazing, the food is 10/10. The beef tikka was mind blowing. We came with two children 1 and 3 and felt welcomed and accommodated. read more

Food and service was amazing. Definitely will be back, Gave the limeade a try it's great.

One of the best burgers in the neighborhood! Always reliable and consistent. Highly recommend :)

Great ambiance, great food. Service is great. Layout is great. Try the lamb-chops. Be careful of the spice.

A long awaited review for an institution in NY. In the words of my cousin "I could move to NYC for this burger." Think: meat, art, culture. BK Jani moved from Buschwick to Williamsburg and is located in a relatively cozy shop surrounded by muraled walls. Sibte Hassan, an artist by trade, opened up JANI and brought a taste of cool Pakistan to NYC. It's pricey for a fast casual and they should hire more folks behind the counter which are the only reasons for docking one star. We walked in with a group of 5 on a Saturday night and it was busy! They're currently taking reservations for their outdoor backyard patio, and I'd highly suggest utilizing that! The wait for food was a solid 40 minutes but it came out fresh and hot. We ordered: The Jani: the OG burger. A thick and juicy beef patty full of flavor layered with a spread of mint chutney and a grilled tomato. The simplicity of this burger and the quality of meat used is what makes it what it is. I believe it runs $20 a pop. Masala fries: tasty and seasoned well, but nothing to write home about! On par with good standard fries at a good place with their homemade ketchup which is almost a marina-ry ketchup that adds a nice sweet touch to the salty fries. $6 for a large or $3 as a side. Lamb chops: juicy, chat-patti (no English word to really describe this word but finger lickin' spice). Quite pricey at $6/chop but a good enough experience. Ye cheese: Janis version of an American cheeseburger featuring spicy Mayo. Good stuff, would get it again next time. The food here is great but it's the culture of the institution that gets you to come back for a $20 burger. The owners story, the art, the cool Pakistani angle in BK, the community. There's just nothing like it. Give BK Jani a shot! read more

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Wow. This is maybe (And I've been eating GOOD burgers) one of the best, if not THE best, burger I've had in a very, very long time. It's succulent, moist, juicy, intensely flavorful, and TENDER (very very few burgers are actually tender and not tough). It is easily one of the most perfect burgers I've had. While you get the typical beef flavors in the burger (there is also chutney, and so on), it's just executed flawlessly, and that is so hard to find. Other than the most perfect burger in the world, the lamb chops were very juicy and flavorful, but were super spicy (I won't dock a point because I am weak :). Also, as a cherry on top, the staff was super, super nice. I couldn't take the heat (literally) and as they saw me ugly sniffling, they offered a free bottle of water so that I could cool off. Really lovely, welcoming atmosphere with incredible food to match. Don't walk here, RUN! read more

very solid! everyone i know who's tried bk jani likes it, so had to take my punjabi homie. we went at around 5 on a sunday and it was empty. the waitress was kind enough to give us cups of their lentil soup on the house, which was delicious, a liiiiittle spicy but super yummy. as for mains, i'd been one other time before and got a burger then (pretty good) so this time i gave the grilled chicken sandwich a shot! it was actually very delicious, the chicken was well seasoned, there was a good amount of i forget exactly what the sauce was, but i think it was cilantro chutney? no other veggies like lettuce or tomato, but the sauce and moistness of the chicken almost made up for it. kind of pricy at $15 for just two pieces of grilled chicken on a bun, but still very solid!! my friend got the jani with impossible meat, and he was really happy with it. the south asian touch was good and noticeable but not overdone, according to him. the ambiance is nice, casual but warm. it feels like you're at a burger joint for sure. there's a lot of seating at wooden tables, almost like park picnic tables LOL. and the music is at a good level! would recommend all around !!! would also be fun at the front table by the window for a large group! read more

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The BK Jani burger is literally a juicy flavor bomb! Every bite was delectable. I don't think I've ever had a burger as juicy as this one. The Raita and chutney add extra layers of flavor that make this burger so unique. The lamb chops were perfectly cooked with just the right amount of spice and absolutely no gamy smell or taste. Come here to satisfy your meat cravings! read more

BK JANI - 1/2 Rack Lamb Chops - Pakistani Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Finally got to check out BKJANI. Great decor & service. The food was really good too, lived up to the hype. We got 2 Jani burgers and 2 orders of lamb chops. Everything was amazing and SPICY, so if you don't like spicy food this might NOT be the place for you. The lamb chops were flavorful, spicy and cooked to perfection. We also had a spicy mango drink that was really good and they gave us some wings on the house that were good too. I would definitely recommend read more

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JULY 2020: OPEN WITH OUTDOOR DINING OPTIONS. I've heard a lot about BK Jani, especially about the burger and lamb dishes. Finally, i was able to try it out... even if it happened in the middle of the pandemic. Must get: burger, anything lamb, fries. The meat is exploding with flavor and cooked to be so tender, all sides and vegetables are prepared to be such a great complete to the meat. The fries are well-seasoned and come with an incredible dipping sauce. There is a back patio open with bench seating and lights. It's a good spot to stop by if you're craving some delicious Pakistani flavors. read more

Ordered a burger, lamb chops and mango Lassi. Knowing desi people I know to order red meat 1-2 "levels" less cooked - so i asked for the patty to be medium rare (to get it medium). Owner claimed the burger is best done medium, surprised i agreed and took a chance that I've finally met a desi place that truly knows the levels of cooked red meat... Only to be disappointed with a well done burger patty. Portions are filling but slightly expensive. Everything has your typical desi after taste or "masala" taste to it. Kept thinking "I've eaten this or done this at home or an aunty's home!" For those that dont have a culturally aquired desi tatse pallet, enjoy. For those that don't want to pay for something your mom or you could make at home, this might not be worth it. Only thing that didnt have the masala taste was the mango juice. Cannot reccomend, ** OVERHYPED ** read more

BK JANI - Pakistani Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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This was our first time trying Pakistani food. We heard that this place was known for its burgers so we ordered the Black Angus prime made with their world-famous - 1/2 pound of custom blend ground beef, cooked medium rare, mint chutney at the bottom, grilled tomato, and a touch of raita. This burger was juicy and spiced amazingly well. This was a lot different compared to an American burger. The mint chutney gave it a fresh, minty flavor with a slightly sweet and sour taste to the burger while the raita gave it a refreshing, cool, and creamy taste. the combination was delicious, read more

BK JANI - Black Angus prime Burger - Pakistani Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Okay, let me know if it's not fair for me to write this view as a vegetarian... but I'm going to write it anyways! The burger here was pretty disappointing; I got the BK Jani with an Impossible Burger. There wasn't much toppings/spice inside my burger and the bun (as shown in the picture) was a bit disappointing. Just nothing really that special inside this burger for the price. We got some fries on the side which were solid, but again... nothing too special. I had higher hopes for this place (and even the people I went with who had meat weren't too thrilled). read more

BK JANI - Pakistani Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

BK Jani is a really interesting place. They merge indian and Mediterranean flavors into burgers and fries. They have lamb chops and some other items but they're best known for their burgers. I had the Jani Burger and the Grilled Veggies. The burger was different and good. The patty meat was top notch. Loved the flavors. The downside on the burger was between the 10 minute walk from the restaurant and my office the bottom patty got soggy and fragile. It kinda ruined the experience. I would suggest eating it immediately or the restaurant changing buns. The veggies were nice but over seasoned. Just way too much cayenne. The manager offered me some yogurt sauce for veggies that I turned down and boy do I regret it. The yogurt really would have tempered all those spices. As I said they have a really unique menu and I will surely return to try some other items. read more

BK JANI - BK Jani Burger with veggies. Definitely pair veggies with yogurt sauce. - Pakistani Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Update on 12/27/19 Went yesterday to try out the Nihari Sandwich and it was amazing. They only serve from Tuesday to Thursday and is worth a trip just for that. AMAZING!!! I am out of words to describe the food this place dishes out. The BK Jani burger is out of this world and I have never had a better burger in my life....you have to give it a shot if you live in a 100-mile radius. Seriously!! I am really picky when it comes to lamb chops and usually find most places serving gamey or smelly lamb chops but BK Jani LAMB CHOPS are the best in New York without a doubt. I drove to Brooklyn 2 days in a row (45 minutes each way) just for the food and the owner Sibte is a really humble down to earth guy. I feel like I am a friend's place having a home-cooked meal. Can't wait to go back again. read more

BK JANI - Nihari Sandwich - Pakistani Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Was craving lamb and a burger.... found a place that had both. The burger was amazing with the sauces they give you kicks it up a notch. Lamb was tender and seasoned perfectly. Everything Halal. #foodporn #foodie #nyfood #nyfoodporn #foodstagram #nyfoodie #zipkick #yelp #foodphotography #foodblogger #food #burger #lamb #halal read more

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The atmosphere: Cozy place with tons of art, tables and benches. They were full capacity at 7pm on a Sunday. We needed to share a table with a couple. The food: lamb chops, burger, and beef roll were all delicious! Generous portions of meat, seasoned and cooked perfectly! Tastes like real authentic Pakistani BBQ! Will definitely be visiting again! Happy Yelping! read more

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One of the best burgers in williamsburg. Premium price but incredible quality. Highly recommend to give it a try and be pleasantly suprised by a new twist on a classic. read more

Easily the best burger I've had in Williamsburg and I've been looking for the last 10 years. Super nice staff too read more

BK JANI - Pakistani Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Their service was terrible all the time. 2 times I ordered pick up and been waiting for extra 30-40 min. The most terrible thing- they've been serving people who came after me. Today we decided to order delivery (with a big order, my husband just wanted to have that flavor of a food) and guess what-- our order got canceled 40 minutes after we ordered and been waiting. I will (and never suggest) order from this place again. Try win son/gentle perch/burgies/strange flavor/Brooklyn tree for nice burgers in this area and they never threat their costumers like this!! read more

BK Jani which stands for "Brooklyn Sweetheart" has truly taken over Storybrooke - pun intended with its magical burgers that makes you fall in love with food all over again :p BK Jani owner, Mr. Sibte is a self-taught chef with no prior experience in culinary arts. It boggles the mind when you hear this because of the damn-good burgers he dishes out on paper plates with a satisfying 1/2 pound High Quality Halal Organic Meat which is enormously huge, mouthwatering, and perfectly seasoned patties. This small burger joint comes with a big heart! We really loved the ambiance and the artistic decor! Beautiful murals painted by local artists and amazing artwork on display which is for sale by the artist. The menu is simple which is great and easy to chose from. You get Cream-of-the-crop cut steak plus meat which is aged for 30 days giving the meat its flavors, which justifies the price. BK Jani is raising the bar on a new level for Halal Burger Joints. As someone who only eats Halal Food, this is by far the best tasting burgers we have had in New York City, so far. One bite into that perfectly seasoned meat is ready to melt in your mouth, like magic with burst of flavors. It's a Must Try! You will thank us read more

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Awesome place. Got the Jani burger. Delicious. Great seasoning and spice. Highly recommend. read more

BK JANI - The Jani - Pakistani Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Don't think just go. Must have spice tolerance and preference. I'm from Lahore, this spot is like the most fruitful American-Pakistani joint venture. We got the jani, thé Lahori, and thé nihari sandwich with a masala fries. Rave reviews for all, will be yelling about this place from the rooftops to anyone who will listen. Bravo !!! read more

BK JANI - Nihari Sandwich - Pakistani Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Co-hosted an event at BK Jani last night and it was such a great experience. Their outdoor backyard is just spectacular with great ambiance and the amazing Brooklyn vibe. The food was delicious as well and the burgers were the most juicy I've ever had. So glad we found this hidden gem for our event. Truly a perfect night and all thanks to the amazing food and ambiance. read more

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