Halal food in Pakistan is effortless—as an Islamic republic with 97% Muslim population, all food is halal by default. Pakistan offers some of the world’s finest cuisine. View other halal destinations and halal certification information.
How Accessible Is Halal Food?
- All food halal: Islamic republic
- Pork banned: Not available
- Alcohol banned: Not available
Famous Pakistani Dishes
- Biryani: Spiced rice with meat (Karachi famous)
- Nihari: Slow-cooked beef stew (Lahore specialty)
- Haleem: Meat and lentil stew
- Karahi: Wok-cooked meat
- Seekh kebab: Grilled minced meat
- Chapli kebab: Peshawari specialty
- Sajji: Whole roasted lamb
Best Food Cities
Lahore
- Food capital of Pakistan
- Famous Food Street (Gawalmandi)
- Old Lahore cuisine
- Nihari, paya, halwa puri
Karachi
- Biryani capital
- Burns Garden food stalls
- Sindhi cuisine
- Seafood along coast
Islamabad
- Modern restaurants
- Diverse Pakistani cuisines
- Street food in F-sectors
Peshawar
- Chapli kebab originates here
- Charsi tikka
- Peshawari cuisine
Street Food Heaven
- Gol gappay (pani puri)
- Chaat
- Pakoras
- Samosas
- Bun kebab
Practical Tips
- All halal: No verification anywhere
- Lahore for food: Pakistan’s food capital
- Street food safe: All halal
- Try nihari: Breakfast specialty
- Biryani in Karachi: Must experience
- Tea culture: Chai everywhere