When in Texas...have to get some bbq. Sabar BBQ is where dreams come true, Pakistani and BBQ...the…read morebest of both worlds. Daal (and chawaal)- the best daal I have ever had. The crunchy onions that retain structure was absolutely divine. I could eat this everyday. Brisket - we didn't get a fatty piece which I liked because it allowed me to not get full easily Sichuan Lamb Ribs - softest lamb I have ever had (that wasn't in a curry) and the rub on it was not only the perfect amount but a perfect blend Tandoori Turkey - this was really moist and not spicy, great choice for those who do not like red meat Seekh Kabob Sausage - the casing was well done and the flavor profile wasn't overpowering, sometimes desi spices can overtake the meat and that was not the case here (no pun intended) Kochumber salad - well seasoned and I am so glad it is on the menu because you need a fresh element to palate cleanse and cut through bbq fat They open at 11am and the line started forming 10:30am, it moves at a good pace. We were also instructed with what's on the menu and the parking situation which I thought was professional and well organized. We found some seating in the area next to the truck.

"Sabar BBQ: Where the lamb ribs made me want to high five a stranger."…read more TL;DR: Get there early, order the Sichuan Lamb Ribs, let Zain carve you a plate of happiness, and prepare to have your taste buds do a Texas two-step with Pakistani spices. Worth every minute of the wait. This one's climbing my top 50 list faster than a brisket disappears at a family reunion. After one failed mission to Sabar BBQ, where I showed up too late and found an empty pit (and an emptier stomach), I came back like a man on a barbecue pilgrimage. The sun was blazing, the line was growing, and I wasn't about to be left holding nothing but a napkin this time. Pitmaster Zain Shafi runs this blue trailer like a flavor command center. The smell hit me halfway through the line and had me grinning like a kid at the state fair. I made my move when it was my turn, and if you know me, you know lamb is my kryptonite. I ordered the Sichuan Lamb Ribs, then couldn't stop myself from adding brisket and Tandoori Turkey. The sides? Kachumber Salad and Daal Chawaal, because even Uncle Sean needs balance in life. Zain loaded everything up, tossed it all on top of some naan for good measure, and sent me to my table like a champion headed to the winner's circle. The first bite of lamb ribs nearly had me proposing to the pit. Spicy, tender, smoky perfection with a bark that made my heart sing. The brisket was rich and juicy, the turkey came with that tandoori kick that slapped me awake in the best way possible. The sauces just tied the whole thing together like a big barbecue hug. The yogurt mint cilantro sauce was made to cool and lift the brisket and turkey to a whole new level. The red sauce packed a punch and paired with the lamb like it was born for the job. I boxed up some leftovers for my wife, the Side Dish Queen herself, because a man who doesn't bring home naan from Sabar BBQ is a man sleeping on the couch. She confirmed what I already knew: this was next-level barbecue, the kind that earns legends and long lines. Sabar BBQ is only open on weekends, and only fools show up late. I won't make that mistake again. This was stop number 15 on my Texas Monthly Top 50 journey, leaving me with 35 more glorious BBQ pilgrimages ahead before the passport is full and my belt officially waves the white flag. If loving these lamb ribs is wrong, I don't wanna be rib-right.

HANDS DOWN best Biryani and Chicken I've had in years (and I've tried Indian food all around town)…read more I was initially skeptical of quality and flavor because this place is located inside of a gas station , but I was NOT prepared to love it , just Whoa ! Also , the owner is super friendly and made me feel at home . I've already bookmarked this place and will def be back !

This little place is attached to gas station. It was bright and lots of seating. Lunch buffet…read more11-3am with enough offering, lentils, chicken tiki masala, chicken curry, tandoori chicken, beef curry. We got the goat birayani to go. The owner is sweet and friendly so give this place a try when craving good curry!

TLDR worth a stop if you're driving by. Food was good and generous portions. Service and space just…read moreokay. Bathrooms could be cleaner. Stopped here on a whim looking for a place to eat and trying to avoid fast food. As others have noted, it's a big open space. Decor was very minimal and it seemed like some parts were in the middle of some amount of renovation. Bathrooms could've used a little help but nothing crazy. We had chicken dum biryani, paneer masala, garlic naan and a mango lassi. Prices are a little high but not crazy for 2025. Portions were very large, in particular the biryani which was exceedingly generous. The paneer and naan were above average, the lassi was phenomenal, and the biryani was good but less exceptional. The food came in takeout containers which might be a turn off but it was fine since we had to take half of it home anyway. Service was a little slow but it was an off hour when we were there. Overall the food was very good and worth a stop if you're driving by. Tons of veg options as well. The atmosphere and service are very basic but it didn't bother me. I'm glad we stopped and supported something local and interesting.

3.5/5 Pros- The food…read morewas great! We got the Chicken Tikka Masala and Chicken Biryani. The Chicken Tikka Masala is what I like to get. I rate it a 9/10. The portions are big which is good to save for later considering how filling it is. Cons- It's definitely on the more pricey side and I would go here more often if it was cheaper. The naan is soo expensive. They charge almost $5 for one single piece of garlic naan. My friend goes in to order, I stay in the car so he says the service isn't that great. He told me that the front desk person was on the phone on his airpods while taking the order and he barely talks, just nodding his head. The place is a bit dirty like the floors not being clean. So overall, if you are coming here for the food, I rate it high. If you are coming here for the experience, I rate it low.

Been here for lunch on a Sunday afternoon with my family. Awful experience after reading all the…read morereviews here and going here was a great mistake this time. We ordered chowmein, lamb chops and goat briyani. The chowmein was ok with very less veggies and with frozen corn that was not a good idea! The lamb chops was dry and rubbery couldn't even cut through. And the goat briyani was filled with food color and stale tasting. Inspite of mentioning to the staff, she wasn't bothered to ask for a replacement but took off the price for the lamb chops and charged for the other two. It's a cozy restaurant with a bunch of tables and chair, a bit congested space I'd say! But the pictures looked very pleasing. Parking is available in the plaza!

We used to absolutely love this restaurant. Their butter chicken, naan, and aloo gobi have always…read morebeen family favorites. Unfortunately, something seems to have changed over the last six months to a year. The portions have gradually gotten smaller, and the sauces taste noticeably different. When we asked about it once, we were told it depends on who's cooking that day, which is understandable, but the inconsistency became hard to ignore. The smaller portions, however, have been quite consistent. Toward the end of our visits there, it felt like we were getting mostly sauce with very little meat, which is disappointing for a place we used to rave about. We're now on the search for a new Indian restaurant to take the spot of what was once one of our absolute favorites.

Best Beef Bihari Kabob in town, and best friendly service in any Pakistani restaurant…read more The food is delicious, the service is quick and super friendly, and the prices are fair. A very friendly owner is there to greet you when you visit for your dining in experience. We had naan bread, paratha, and puri fried bread and all of them were absolutely perfect. It's a must go place if you want to try Indian/Pakistani food.

Came here before and enjoyed their brunch , it was nice and fresh , wanted to try them again since…read moreI was in the area , everything was super fresh , restaurant is clean and staff is efficient, owner was courteous enough to ask us things , if we're doing ok ? If we need anything ? Food was really fresh and hot ( temperature wise ) Would definitely be back to try out more dishes .

So, where do we start, this was my first time trying Pakistani food! So there's that, I decided to…read morelook online for a good spot, Lyari Cafe came up, great reviews and everything looked amazing so I decided to give it a shot. I ordered the following: Goat Biryani - 10/10 Garlic Naan- 10/10 Beef Samosa- 10/10 Chicken Samosa- 10/10 I had a sprite to drink. I got exactly what I was expecting, the service was just outstanding, very friendly, they make you feel like you are at a family gathering, the ambience gave a very ethnic/cultural vibe, they had music on from Pakistan so that just made everything fall into place. I would definitely recommend all items above, even if it's your first time trying this type of food you will not be disappointed. I will be back for more, I couldn't decide from a few items, so I will have to come back for sure. Go on try it, thank me later.

Lyari Cafe in Dallas is absolutely worth a stop. Their entire menu looks amazing, and on my first…read morevisit I honestly couldn't decide what to try. The lady at the counter helped guide me through the menu. I went with their popular chicken burger since I didn't plan to order too much, and it was exceptionally good, and also larger than expected. I originally came to see if they had Kashmiri tea, but I tried their house chai instead, and it's the best I've had in the city. I definitely plan on returning to try more of their menu. Overall, great food, great service, and comfortable seating. Five stars.

Chicken quesadillas, kafi pakora, chicken 65, dahi wada and crazy roles were awesome…read more Good service.

This place came highly recommended by one of our clients and we were so glad we went there. It's…read morelike a hole in the wall kinda place that serves some delicious food. Their service was excellent. We ordered their goat karahi, which wasn't as great as we thought it would be, but their pomfret fish masala with the ulta tawa roti was excellent! It had a lot of masala/spice on it. It was a little spicy for my taste but I still thoroughly enjoyed every bite of it. We ordered their chai and for dessert they recommended their lab-e-shireen and both were excellent. We wanted to make another stop at the restaurant the next day before we left from Dallas but didn't get to on that part of town. But we're so looking forward to coming back again to try some of their other known dishes.

Consistency trumps any reasonable amount of quality in my humble opinion, which is why it's really…read morehard to judge a restaurant for good when you've only been there twice. Well luckily I've been inside their shiny marble halls enough time to pass my final verdict. For one, it seems like staff turnover is a concern here, as I often see new staff up front who are unfamiliar with their own menu or promotions while the food gives me an idea of what's going in the back. Which is to say, nothing has ever been consistently good here and there's been many occasions of food that's poorly seasoned, undercooked or simply spoiled. I know they have the ability to do better but is it worth the suffering for the opportunity? My answer is NO. For the markedly above average cost and inconsistent leaning poor quality, this isn't the local institution I would personally advise you to support. (Just FYI: I have had their dinner then brunch buffet multiple times, dined in, taken out and separately ordered delivery through a 3rd party app. I really had high hopes!)

This new Pakistani restaurant is a welcomed addition to growing East Plano food scene. Sandwiched…read morebetween Blue Fig market and Napoli's Italian, I was pretty eager to try them. I am familiar with Indian food so most of the names are recognizable, but the delicious differences are not to be missed! We ordered the lunch special which was $14.99 for 2 meats (one grilled and one in sauce), rice, a small salad of onions and lettuce, and dessert. I believe they specialize in grilled meats, cause the flavor was fantastic! The picture showed rice pudding for dessert but they came out with gulab jamen instead. I was disappointed at first but dang if that wasn't the best version of this I have ever had. I wanted a vegetable also so for the same price of $14.99 I got palak paneer and naan, which was a more earthy, less milky version as well. Naan was also best in class. I don't always love naan cause it can be rubbery. This was excellent. Soft and pillowy. It was so much food that we took it home and had a whole other meal. What a value for $14.99 each! The space is beautiful and though the clientele seems to be mostly Pakistani, they are welcoming to all. Service was a touch slow, but not painful. We still got in and out during our lunch break. I honestly think they just need more customers and so I want everyone to know that it was a new experience for me and I was super happy with the food. Welcome to the neighborhood Grand Tandoori!

Authentic Pakistani food. Some items are a bit spicy for me, but they are really flavorful and…read moretasty--I've lived in the US for too long and have lost my tolerance for heat--but ordering mango lassi helps to quench the fire. And for dessert, kulfi, an Indian/Pakistani ice cream is a must.

A co-worker wanted to drop by for lunch since we were in the area. This place is still very tasty…read moreand quite a a deal for lunch.

Hidden gem in Irving. Staff is great, Chicken Schwarma wrap combo is outstanding value and…read moredelicious. Like top 3 I've ever had. If you like the hidden spots that cook with love this is the place for you. Guarantee they won't be hidden for long.

The wings passed the taste test, but my wallet and my patience weren't as impressed. Good flavor,…read morelong wait, and a price tag that didn't quite match the experience.