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 Kulcha hose..... by WAHEEDASLAM
Islamabad's best kept secret is a small shop in Medina Market where a naan is more than just a naan: it is a sublime and perfect meal in itself. Though the roghni (sesame seed) naans at the shop are regularly bought in the dozens by people from as far as Peshawar and Quetta, the specialty bread prepared in traditional clay ovens at Madina Market is best eaten immediately, still steaming, fresh out of the tandoor. Indeed, to eat anything after a Madina Market naan is a travesty; a culinary faux pas; an inexcusable error. It is a perfect meal.
For those with more robust appetites, the Medina Market naan shop also has a series of gourmet naans. These range from the traditional minced keema naan (a buttery naan filled with spiced, ground lamb's meat), to the delicious aloo wallah (potato) and spinach naan.
On certain days, if one is lucky, one may be fortunate enough to savour the chicken naan: a warm, soft slightly-stretchy concoction with a divine minced chicken and coriander filling. The shop also sells other bread snacks, such as bakarkhanis and kulchas, but these are merely distractions, cloyingly oily and far from the flaky delicacy of similar Punjabi tea-time delights served in Lahore or Amritsar, and are best avoided.
I just loved the allo walla(patato) naan Leave a Comment Theme: LocalPrice: less than US$10 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: Medina Market, F-8.
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 A cake in the plate.... by WAHEEDASLAM
It's a refreshing change from the generic chicken jalfraizi or mutton masalas which taste the same everywhere. The kebab family at the Burn's Road Café are particularly good - try the gola, dhaaga or bihari kebab's for their tenderness and rich taste.
Chicken Jalfraizi....muah...its really tasty & spicy.... Leave a Comment Theme: IndianPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: Ayub Market...Islamabad
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 MIXED MENU..... by WAHEEDASLAM
A selection of Beef, Mutton and Lamb The only spice used is salt with an emphasis on unlocking the natural flavours of carefully chosen cuts of meat rather than attempting to mask or camouflage the meat behind an array of spices Leave a Comment Theme: OtherPrice: less than US$10 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: Corner of Nazimudin and Parbat Road
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 World's Best Chicken Tikka and
a Great View by topmarmot
The drive up is pretty, although can get a bit tense as the tight curves combine with the local driving style. One time we hiked up from the city, which was a bit much in the heat, but the walk was pleasant enough and the paths good.
This is the second restaurant on the Margalla Hills road. The first one is OK, but this one is the prize. If someone can remind me of its real name, I'll be grateful.
Has to be the chicken tikka, which comes in 3 levels of spiciness. The hottest one was a bit much for me, and normally I eat very spicy foods without a problem. Actually, I'm not sure if they serve anything else.
The bread is great too. Leave a Comment Theme: LocalPrice: less than US$10 » Currency ConverterComparison: least expensiveAddress: Margalla HillsDirections: This is the second restaurant on the Margalla Hills road. You can't miss it.
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 Food Court(Melody Market)
Islamabad by WAHEEDASLAM
If you're feeling somewhat extravagant, the Peking duck is also highly recommended, complete with a fresh plum sauce, steamed pancakes, and sliced celery and cucumbers, to wrap into a delicious concoction.
If all goes well, China Town probably offers the best Chinese cooking in Islamabad. Leave a Comment Theme: Chinese/Dim SumPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: Rana Market..Islamabad
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 by bdt2
I really loved it as soon as I eneterd it, food for everyone, chinese, indian, desi, continental too so we ha from where to choose!
Nice atmoshere, friendly staff, friendly prices too!
Chicken handi bonelless was super! Theme: DeliPrice: less than US$10 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: opp Telenor F7/1 part of TALKINGFISH restaurantPhone: 051 265 0625Directions: Bhittai Road, F 7/1 opp Teelenor main branchWebsite: www.talking-fish.net
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 mezzo by WAHEEDASLAM
The Continental dishes are generally well prepared and presented; but the fish dishes are particularly good. The grilled sole in butter sauce is delicious, the salmon is light and flavoursome, and the Thai grilled sole in coriander sauce is also surprisingly good. If you prefer slightly simpler fare try the fried fish with tartar sauce, a favourite with the Islamabad geriatric set.
Mezzo also has a pleasant interior innovatively done up in an Egyptian motif. While there is absolutely no connection between the décor and the cuisine it does make for a pleasant environment Leave a Comment Theme: OtherPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: Right next to ABN Amro Bank, F-7, Islamabad.Directions: Behind Laila Market, next to ABN Amro Bank...
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 omar khayyam resturant by WAHEEDASLAM
Started by an Iranian diplomat over a decade ago, Omar Khayyam has maintained a good standard and caters mainly to the diplomatic community who in turn are regular visitors to the restaurant. The décor like the food is authentically Iranian but being in a basement it is a bit dark and dingy. Nevertheless, Omar Khayyam is one of the few genuinely authentic foreign culinary experiences that you can have in Islamabad. Leave a Comment Theme: OtherPrice: less than US$10 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: Blue Area...IslamabadPhone: 812847
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 outside the royal elephant by mi5chelle
I ate out with five Italian friends and we sampled a variety of dishes from different curries, to spiced rice, fish and seafood and chicken. I was impressed with everything.
I had the traditional thai soup with lemon grass and green curry shimp - delicious.
Number 51 on the menu, however, is not recommended.
Also, they don't serve alcohol and you cannot bring your own. Leave a Comment Theme: Pan-Asian and Pacific RimPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: most expensiveAddress: inside the Marriott HotelPhone: 111 22 33 44
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 Local food by WAHEEDASLAM
The food is served quickly and it is immediately apparent that it is fresh. While the menu includes the generic 'chicken burger' and even a few miscellaneous Chinese dishes, it's the Pakistani cooking you should really be going for. The chicken boneless handi has a wonderfully delicate flavour, subtly spiced with ginger, garlic and coriander. The chicken kebabs are also divine; so tender that they almost melt in your mouth; these are the best chicken kebabs available in the twin cities. The saag paneer is a good accompaniment especially as paneer (cheese) is not common in restaurants in Islamabad. Look out also for the extremely tasty stuffed naans as a starter (and even as a main course for naan devotees). Finally, for those missing their student days tracking good Pakistani cooking in England, there is a excellent selection of 'kebab rolls'. To top it off water is served at just the right icy temperature. An excellent deal and well worth the drive. Leave a Comment Theme: LocalPrice: less than US$10 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: Murree Road, Rawalpindi
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