Hayatabad Food Street in Phase 6 doesn’t really get going until after Maghrib. By then the lights are on, the outdoor tables fill up, and students, families and groups of friends drift in for BBQ, a plate of pulao or just a cup of chai. Some nights there’s even a rabab player.
It isn’t fine dining, and it doesn’t try to be. It’s a casual, open-air strip where you can have desi food, a burger or a paratha roll within a few steps of each other. Here’s where to eat on the food street, what to order and how to get it delivered if you’d rather stay home.
Where Is Hayatabad Food Street?
The food street is on Street 4, Phase 6 Hayatabad, in Sectors F-7 and F-8. If you’re coming from Phase 3 Chowk, head into Phase 6 and follow the signs for Hayatabad Food Park, which sits right on the strip.
Most places open in the late morning or afternoon and stay open well past midnight. Some don’t close until 2 or 3 AM.
Where to Eat on Hayatabad Food Street
Khwandona Restaurant: Desi Food and BBQ
If you want a proper desi meal, start here. Khwandona does karahi, kababs and BBQ, with high outdoor tables that suit groups. It opens in the afternoon and runs late, so it’s a regular stop for dinner crowds.
Shinwari & Bannu Restaurant: Pulao and Penda
As the name suggests, this one brings Shinwari and Bannu food to Hayatabad. Go for the Kabuli pulao, the BBQ and the penda, bread soaked in rich meat broth, which is hard to find in this part of the city. It’s a good choice if you’re missing southern KP food.
The Rolling Joint: Paratha Rolls
This is a small spot that does paratha and puri rolls in different city styles, including Peshawari, Lahori, Karachi and Pindi. The Peshawari roll comes with seekh kabab and mint chutney. Rolls are on the smaller side, so most people order two.
Harveys: Burgers and Pizza
For fast food, Harveys has burgers, pizza, nachos and the pizza paratha. Google lists it as open 24 hours, which makes it handy for very late cravings.
Hayatabad Food Park
The food park is the strip’s main food court. It’s a mix of small food counters and other shops, good for breakfast, a quick lunch or a chai stop.
Cow Abunga: Burgers and Pizza
A few streets from the food street, Cow Abunga is one of Phase 6’s most popular burger places, known for the Mighty Zigzag and The Goat. See our full Cow Abunga menu.
Nearby: Ameer Hamza Market, Phase 6
About a kilometre away, Ameer Hamza Market in Sector F-1 has two more spots worth knowing:
- Street Food Bazaar: a big mixed menu of desi dishes, BBQ, burgers, sandwiches and rolls, with separate family seating.
- Orakzai Bar B Q Corner: chicken BBQ, seekh kabab, beef tikka, Kabuli pulao and kulcha naan.
What to Order at Hayatabad Food Street
If it’s your first time, try a bit of everything. Start with Kabuli pulao and penda at Shinwari & Bannu, add BBQ or a karahi from Khwandona, and finish with a Peshawari roll from The Rolling Joint. If you’re with friends who want burgers, Harveys and Cow Abunga are close by.
Tips for Visiting Hayatabad Food Street
- Go after sunset. The street is quiet during the day and lively at night.
- Weekends get busy, so arrive early if you’re a big group.
- Parking can fill up near the food park, but the side streets usually have space.
- It’s casual, so expect plastic chairs and open-air seating rather than a restaurant setting.
- Prices vary from stall to stall, so check before you order.
Get Food From Hayatabad Food Street Delivered
Don’t feel like going out? You can order from Hayatabad Food Street through Zarrasha:
- Open the Zarrasha app, or message us on WhatsApp at +92 334 0724724.
- Tell us which restaurant and what you’d like, for example Kabuli pulao from Shinwari & Bannu.
- Share your address with a nearby landmark.
- Confirm, and we’ll pick it up and bring it to your door.
You can also order directly from the restaurants. For more places in the area, see restaurants in Hayatabad and food delivery in Hayatabad.
FAQs About Hayatabad Food Street
Where is Hayatabad Food Street?
It’s on Street 4, Phase 6 Hayatabad, Peshawar, around Hayatabad Food Park.
What are the timings of Hayatabad Food Street?
Most places open in the late morning or afternoon and stay open until past midnight, and some until 2 or 3 AM. Evenings are the busiest time.
What food is available on Hayatabad Food Street?
Desi karahi, BBQ, kababs, Kabuli pulao, penda, paratha rolls, burgers, pizza and chai.
Is Hayatabad Food Street good for families?
Yes. It’s casual and open-air. For separate family seating, Street Food Bazaar in nearby Ameer Hamza Market is a good option.
Can I get food from Hayatabad Food Street delivered?
Yes. Order through the Zarrasha app or on WhatsApp at +92 334 0724724, or contact the restaurant directly.