Shalimar, Dublin: 2026 July 12 (5 of 5)…read more Let's Meet for Lunch When a handful of friends reunite, time seems to disappear. This get-together is at Shalimar Restaurant in Dublin. Shalimar serves authentic Pakistani and Indian food. The atmosphere here is casual and unassuming. It's an open eatery with community tables and chairs on both sides of the tables. There are also booths and benches for those who need some privacy. This canteen-style eatery focuses on food. You order and pay at the counter. They get your name, and your order is served fresh and piping hot. Everyone ordered something different: Tandoori Chicken, Fresh Baked Naan, Goat Biryani, Fish, Okra, Goat Karahi, Biryani Rice, and several other dishes. The dishes were placed in the middle of the long table and we all got to taste everyone's food. Every dish was flavourful and the seasoning on each dish was on-point. Their naan is baked daily - and you can taste the freshness of the bread. The vibe was strong because it's been an absolute age since we last met up. All nine of us picked up where we left off. As we filled our plates with delicious eats, conversation flowed while we joked and ate. The short reunion came to an end when Shalimar breaks for two hours before it opens again for dinner. We bade goodbye as we went our separate ways. Until the next chapter...

Once again let a friend pick this spot for food, and guess what the best chicken kofta in gravy,…read moretheir chicken baryani was the best. Don't judge the place, if you are a foodie. The garlic naan which was made slightly different than regular naan tasted so good with chicken kofta. Raita was delicious too. They have sauces, onions, and seasonings to go with food. Also cha is complimentary. One of best smelling and tasting food.

This was my second time coming here and the food and service was amazing! The Malai Garlic Noodles…read morewere my favorite. They're super creamy and flavorful with a hint of spiciness and chicken pieces. The tiramisu was pretty good, and very moist. I also got the mango lassi, it was thick, creamy with a nice sweetness. My boyfriend got the 3-piece fried chicken. It came out piping hot, and the chicken was crispy on the outside, but really juicy on the inside. I went on a Friday night and the place wasn't that busy. The service was great and I left with a full belly. Definitely a favorite now!

Took my cat to her Vet in Dublin and by the time everything was done it was close to 5 pm. I'm a…read morelate riser and usually eat my first meal by afternoon, but it was late even by my schedule. I was hungry and hoping to eat something substantial. A quick check showed Mirchi Cafe a few hundred feet away, which made me so happy because anyone who's had the Nashta(breakfast) plate there will tell you that's it's an excellent way to break your fast. I went in and got the plate but they were out of Shami (the meat patties), so I had to make do with potato patties. The plate comes with two eggs cooked your way or as an omelet, a whole wheat flatbread , two meat or potato patties and Chai. It was super hot today and the inside could have been cooler temperature wise, but all was forgotten as soon as the plate of food and tea appeared before me(which was quick btw). Paratha (flatbread) was great texture wise and the omelet was also fluffy and flavorful. The potato patties were incredibly crunchy on the outside and perfectly spiced and soft on the inside. The chai was so good it should have its own review. All in all what a great first meal to a whole day of fasting. Restaurent was clean and the restroom and its floors were just wiped down when I went to use it. Shaukat who took my order was super nice and friendly, and the other guy who brought my food over was also efficient and polite.

Coming back here for many years and it's always a great experience…read more Food is always on point Service is always friendly and hospitable Prices are reasonable 5 stars!

Khyber Pass is such a comforting place to come to, and time after time they have been incredibly…read moreconsistent with their food. I highly recommend the mantoo and bolani for appetizers, and the vegetarian dish and lamb shank for entrees. The dahl soup is also incredibly rich and comforting, and by far my favorite place for it. The service is always incredibly quick and welcoming, and the owners always help us receive exactly what we want. The inside has beautiful tables, and on the side, there is floor seating for large parties and celebrations.

I've had numerous takeout/ pickup orders from Kabul Kabob & Grill and they never disappoint!…read more The food is delicious, robustly seasoned and perfectly cooked. Absolutely perfect even with transit time home! What a local gem, you can't go wrong with any of the kabob dishes, which come with seasoned delicious basmati rice and generous flat bread. Comes with delicious garlicy red or green sauce which add a nice splash of acid to the delicious meats. Located just off the freeway, with plenty of parking. Give them a try!

I ordered the Chicken Koobideh to go and I was very disappointed. It was SUPER dry, bland and the…read moreinside did not feel cooked. It was definitely not the juicy koobidehs I'm used to. It felt like it was baked (with the inside not cooked through) and not grilled.

the ambiance is like a small restaurant. typically plenty of room. the service friendly and prompt…read more its the food that you want to go for. i loved every dish so far, but the butter chicken and peshwar naan makes it hard for me to try the wide variety of dishes that they offer. definitely recommended! I didn't put pictures of the butter chicken, since everyone knows what it looks like. the peshwar naan is the hidden gem. it's not available in most places but definitely worth having. trust me it grows on you, especially with a dish that has a little spice. i like my spice at medium, and it compliments the slight sweetness of the peshwar naan.

Ordered by DoorDash for delivery The food was packaged well…read more Butter chicken came in plastic container and nothing spilled. The naan came wrapped in parchment and foil. This kept them pretty warm even after delivery. The portion looked small but it was packed with chicken. One portion could feed two adults. DoorDash had a promo for buy one get one free for the naan so it did work out to be a meal for two.

This is the neighborhood Middle Eastern/Mediterranean restaurant right next to Taco Bell on Village…read moreParkway in Dublin. The food quality is excellent, portions are generous and the service is good. What I really like about this place is that it's walking distance from my house, the food is always fresh and they have both indoor and outdoor seating, with plenty of parking at the back and some on the street in front.

Returned after several years and unfortunately have to downgrade my rating. I'd give it 3.5 stars,…read morebut decided to round down. The food was fine overall, but not as good as I remembered. We started with hummus and a few other appetizers, which were good, and the hot naan-style bread was generously refilled when requested. They dont have an alcohol license after all these years so that was a disappointment that you cant enjoy a drink with your meal. The biggest issue was the service. There was only one server, and as the restaurant began to fill up, he seemed to have difficulty keeping up. One person in our party didn't receive their calzone until nearly 15 minutes after everyone else's food arrived--by then, everyone had finished eating. Getting takeout boxes and the check also took quite a while, and we eventually had to walk up to get his attention. A couple of other things detracted from the experience: the music was unnecessarily loud and not very relaxing, and an automatic 18% gratuity was added for our party of four. Given the overall service, the 18% tip felt high. There are several other Mediterranean restaurants in the area where we consistently have better service, so unfortunately, we're unlikely to return.

I thought I gave up on Hayward biryani. Until I tried this…read moregoat biryani. It's spicy, heavy on the goat and the portions are substantial! All the stars.

Khan Karahi Kabobs opened where Curry Carvings was. Same large parking lot, same inside & outside…read moredining area. Sparse decor. Offerings (Pakistan): BBQ, curries, vegeterian, biryani, breads, desserts, specials, beverages.. Serviced quickly at counter, paid, food cooked to order. Ready in 10ish minutes. A patron made suggestions to me as Pakistan food is relatively new to me. Me & server didn't converse well. A difference of India & Pakistan eats-latter is halal. Sips: chai (comped) self service at table. -perfecto! Had the right mix of black tea & milk..no bitterness, skipped sugar Bites: Peshawari Namakmansdi Lamb Karahi(16.99) freshly made from scratch in wok -stir fried small pieces of bone in lamb, tomatos, ginger, onions, garlic & ghee? Jalepeno slices and red onions served on side -tossed in all the red onions, 1 jalepenos & mixed. -lamb pieces tasted fresh, tender & juicy. Sauce exquisitely blended. Couldn't handle spiciness so left rest of jalepenos out. *portion is small. Big appetites should order for 2 persons. Whole wheat roti (2.25) -healthier than naan (white flour) since it's whole wheat. Tore off parts to wipe up leftover sauces. Slight char on roti surface added exotic flair.. 4.5 stars maybe 5. Still a novice with Pakistan eats . All good so far. This may not have traveled well. Reheating roti problematic. Kahari maybe...

It's been a couple of years since we last ate at Sultan's Kebab, but thanks to an Uber Eats promo,…read morewe decided to give them another shot last week. One order turned into two orders in less than a week, so clearly, things escalated quickly. My spouse ordered the spicy lamb shawarma wrap and loved it. The lamb was tasty, and the spice had just the right kick to keep things interesting. I went with the chicken kebab platter, which came with FOUR skewers of big, juicy chicken cubes. Seriously, those chicken chunks were delicious! My platter came with rice, pita, hummus, and a side salad. The rice and kebabs were so satisfying that I was too full to give the pita and hummus the attention they deserved. Sorry, pita. Maybe next time. The salad dressing, on the other hand, wasn't our thing, so unfortunately, the salad didn't make the cut. Naturally, we returned last night because apparently, one successful kebab night wasn't enough. My spouse ordered the same lamb shawarma wrap (when you know what you like, you stick with it), while I switched things up with the salmon kebab platter. It came with two skewers of generously sized salmon cubes. The salmon was a little dry from grilling, but still tasty overall. I also ordered an individual lamb kebab and an individual chicken kebab. Both were good, but the meat portions seemed a little on the small side compared with the platters. Which brings me to my biggest takeaway from this whole kebab adventure: GET. THE. PLATTER. The portions are generous, the meat is delicious, and you get enough food to make you question whether you really needed that pita and hummus after all. The individual kebabs just didn't feel like as good a deal. Two orders in one week, and Sultan's Kebab has officially made its way back into our regular rotation. Uber Eats may have introduced us again, but the kebabs are what will bring us back. Five stars for the food, the generous platters, and giving us a very good reason to loosen our belts.

The Kebak Plate and the Chicken Plate are both very delicious…read more Prices range from $18 to $24 depending on meat or seafood. The plates are huge, I could only finish half of my plate. Service was excellent. They bring you your plate. And at the cashier was very friendly. Very nice huge store. Clean and simple decor. Will come again. Parking was easy.

Great service and food! I heard good things about this local spot so gave them a try. I got their…read moredesi beef burger and desi chicken burger, both were delicious and came with seasoned fries. Will definitely be back!

Dropped by to try the Yeeshaans burger. Very flavorful with tastes similar to Mediterranean meat…read morelike kebabs. Loved it. The OG sauce is the mild sauce so next time I'll get the spicyee one. Had the ferrero rocher shake and was surprise that there was an actual one in the mug so grab a spoon! Prices are a little steep but it's a nice novelty burger. 20 minute wait from order to pick up. Seating indoors is somewhat clean. Thanks!

Finally went here for the first time this week. I ordered the Chicken Biryani. Store Ambiance is…read morerelaxed. Some tables inside and outside. My order took 20 minutes. The Biryani was full of flavor and had a decent amount of chicken chunks. Rice was nicely seasoned. Definitely interested in going back and trying other items on their menu.

I just realized I never wrote a review for this place. I used to order their family pack biryani…read moreregularly, and it always came with a good amount of meat pieces, chicken 65, one soda, and one gulab jamun. One time, I even requested to replace the soda with an extra gulab jamun in the comments section while ordering, and they actually acknowledged it, which I appreciated. But last week, I ordered the same family pack biryani again, and the experience was completely different. The biryani had noticeably fewer meat pieces, the chicken 65 quantity was smaller, and there was no gulab jamun either. I was really disappointed this time. To be fair, they never officially mentioned anywhere that the family pack includes these extra items. This expectation was based on my previous experiences ordering from them. Still, the inconsistency was disappointing.