If you live in the UAE and grew up on Pakistani food, there’s a good chance a Pak Darbar isn’t far from your home. The chain has grown into one of the most widespread Pakistani restaurant names in the country. Its group website lists more than 30 branches, and most open long before sunrise.
People come to Pak Darbar for the basics, done at fair prices: a 5 AM plate of nihari, a mutton karahi after work, or chapli kabab with fresh roti. If you’ve searched for “Pak Darbar near me”, here’s where the main branches are, what to order and when to go.
Pak Darbar Near Me: Dubai Branches
These are the main Dubai branches, grouped by area.
Bur Dubai and Deira side
- Al Hamriya (Bur Dubai): on 3rd Street. It’s popular for breakfast.
- Al Ras, Al Muteena and Abu Hail: older Deira-side branches, listed on Zomato
- Al Garhoud: off Street 45, near Emirates Accommodation. It’s one of the biggest branches, and it’s open 24 hours.
New Dubai
- Al Barsha: in Al Barsha 1, with a separate family hall
- Business Bay: at The Pad by Omniyat, Marasi Drive, by the canal
- Dubai Marina: with seating that looks out over the Marina
East Dubai
- Al Nahda 2: on Amman Street, in the Al Reem Building near Carrefour
Pak Darbar Near Me: Sharjah and Beyond
In Sharjah, there’s a Pak Darbar in Al Nahda, behind Al Nahda Park and close to the Dubai border. The chain says it runs over 30 branches across the UAE. If you’re in another emirate, search “Pak Darbar near me” on Google Maps for the closest one.
Pak Darbar Timings
Most Pak Darbar branches open at around 4 AM and close at around 2 AM, so you can have breakfast before dawn or dinner after midnight. According to Google Maps, the Al Garhoud branch is open 24 hours. Hours can change in Ramadan, so check before you go.
Pak Darbar Menu: What to Order
Pak Darbar specials
The chain highlights four signature dishes:
- Mixed grill Bukhari
- Mutton chops
- Special Peshawari chapli kabab
- Mutton tikka
Breakfast
- Nihari
- Halwa puri set
- Keema paratha and aloo paratha
- Murgh cholay with paratha
BBQ and grill
- Seekh kabab, chicken malai boti and chicken tikka
- Lahori charga
- Fish fry
Karahi and curries
- Chicken karahi, chicken Peshawari and mutton Peshawari
- Magaz fry (brain masala)
- Keema, daal fry, shahi daal and butter daal
- Aloo palak, bhindi fry and mixed vegetables
Rice
- Namkeen pulao and mutton biryani
- Kabab biryani and fish biryani
- Mixed grill mandi
Breads
- Pakistani roti, roghni naan, butter naan, keema naan and garlic naan
What We’d Order at Pak Darbar
For breakfast, get nihari with roghni naan, or the halwa puri set at the weekend. For dinner, share a mutton Peshawari karahi and a plate of chapli kabab, with namkeen pulao and fresh roti, and finish with a cup of doodh patti.
Pak Darbar vs Karachi Darbar
Pak Darbar and Karachi Darbar are two different restaurant chains, even though their names and menus are similar. Both serve affordable Pakistani food, open very early and have many branches across the UAE. For Karachi Darbar locations, see our guide to Karachi Darbar near me.
Tips for Visiting Pak Darbar
- Use the family hall. Most branches have separate family seating.
- Go early for breakfast, because nihari and halwa puri sell fast.
- Expect simple surroundings. Pak Darbar is about good-value food, not fine dining.
- Quality can vary by branch, so if you find a favourite, stick to it.
For more Pakistani food in the UAE, see Gul Khan Restaurant, Barbecue Delights Dubai and Pakistani restaurants near me in the UAE.
Send Food to Your Family in Peshawar
Zarrasha doesn’t deliver in the UAE. However, if your family is in Peshawar, you can send them chapli kabab, karahi, a cake or a gift from the UAE:
- Open the Zarrasha app, or message us on WhatsApp at +92 334 0724724.
- Choose food, a cake or a gift.
- Share your family’s Peshawar address and contact number.
- Confirm, and we’ll deliver it in Peshawar. Gifts can also be delivered in Islamabad.
For more, see send gifts to Peshawar from the UAE. Missing real Peshawari chapli kabab? Read our chapli kabab in Peshawar guide.
FAQs About Pak Darbar Near Me
Where is the nearest Pak Darbar?
In Dubai, there are branches in Al Barsha, Business Bay, Dubai Marina, Al Garhoud, Al Nahda 2, Al Hamriya, Al Ras, Al Muteena and Abu Hail. There’s also one in Al Nahda, Sharjah. Search “Pak Darbar near me” on Google Maps for the closest.
How many Pak Darbar branches are there in the UAE?
Pak Darbar’s group website says it has 31 branches across the UAE.
What time does Pak Darbar open?
Most branches open at around 4 AM and close at around 2 AM. The Al Garhoud branch is open 24 hours.
What is Pak Darbar famous for?
Its mixed grill Bukhari, mutton chops, Peshawari chapli kabab, mutton tikka, and breakfasts like nihari and halwa puri.
Is Pak Darbar the same as Karachi Darbar?
No. They’re separate restaurant chains. Lahore Darbar, Khan Darbar and Hazarah Darbar are also different restaurants.
Does Pak Darbar have a family section?
Yes. Most branches have a separate family hall.
Disclaimer
Zarrasha is an independent food delivery service based in Peshawar, Pakistan. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to Pak Darbar or any other restaurant mentioned on this page, and we don’t deliver in the UAE.
The branch locations, timings, menu and other details in this article are collected from publicly available sources and may be out of date. Any prices shown are for information only and are not an invoice.
For the latest menu, prices, timings or delivery, please contact Pak Darbar directly.
