Let’s face it: Everyone wants to have good food during the holy proceedings of Ramadan. Pakistan boasts a sumptuous palate of tasty cuisines and traditional cooking at a variety of restaurants in all major cities. Just think about it – tasty food always makes our heart skip a beat! Finding the Top 10 Restaurants for takeout can be a tiring affair. Do You Know Where To Look?

This article showcases the top 10 restaurants for takeout in Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad. Enough with the small talk; let’s dig in!

Top 10 Restaurants For Takeout | Lahore

Lahore is the second most densely populated city in Pakistan. A city well known for its historical landmarks and food-loving societies; Lahore boasts a variety of cuisines best suited for people who are on a constant lookout for good food.

Food in Lahore is known for its pure transitions in authentic taste. You can find true Lahori Style Desi brunch as usual as you are to find contemporary Japanese and Chinese cuisines. Continental food is somewhat a stale counterpart of a dominating Lahori food palate since the early 2003s, after which food chains of the likes of KFC and McDonald’s established themselves as the talk of everyday life.

Honestly, it’s so difficult to count the number of restaurants spread across the city, especially when you have a rich taste of every unique dish being served in street markets, but these top 10 restaurants in Lahore outrank pretty much everything there is to eat.

Salt’n Pepper

Working their food games to the next level year after year, Salt’n Pepper has become one of the most sought-after fooderies in Lahore. With an awesome menu comprising of hundreds of delicious palate options, Salt’n Pepper has become the talk of Ramadan since the start of the Holy Month.

With over 150 reviews on a daily basis, the restaurant continues to deliver takeout food to a large number of homes. Don’t forget to check them out, if you feel the need to quench that hunger during Ramadan.

Café Aylanto

Café Aylanto is situated right in the Porsche area on Gulberg MM Alam Road. The restaurant has unique specialties to try out a range of Mediterranean, Continental and other International recipes. The ambience and overall soothing environment of this Café gives you the ultimate comfort to dine in peace. You will be fascinated with the artwork in the form of interior décor. It’s a perfect place to have a candle light dinner with your beloved ones at this hotel.

Since we have a pandemic surrounding our homes, it is best to have takeout food, or to have food delivered to our doorsteps. Café Aylanto is one of the top 10 restaurants ranked on Foodpanda, so don’t forget to check out their portal.

Andaaz Restaurant

With a variety of vegetable-enthused recipes incorporated into this restaurant, Andaaz has become the go-to place for Vegans.

Andaaz offers instant food deliveries through trip advisor and Foodpanda – without extra charges – and there is also the option to get the food from the restaurant. Check out their menu during Ramadan, for there is an awesome iftar/sehri set designed just for you!

Freddy’s Café

Freddy’s Café is also located at the MM Alam Road right in the Gulberg area. This café is unique in a sense that it offers an extensive range of recipes that you will crave for.

Ignore the ambiance for now, stay home and protect yourself. In the meantime, you can order from Freddy’s via Foodpanda!

The Lahore Social

The Lahore Social is a fancy hotel of its own kind and I am sure that you will love to visit this one again and again as the overall ambiance and environment of this hotel is so vibrant. The restaurant offers a unique and diverse range of the menu line. You will fall in love with the menu that they have to offer as per your taste buds.

Cosa Nostra

One of the exquisite places to dine out is Cosa Nostra. It is one of the finest and oldest restaurants in Lahore. It offers you a delicious range of burgers, pizzas, steaks etc. Cosa Nostra is a total package of quality food at the coolest environment that will make your dining a delightful experience.

For the moment, the ‘environment’ that I’ve mentioned here isn’t open for visiting. However, Cosa Nostra can deliver you food this Ramadan in the best Iftar/Sehri deals you could ever wish for. Visit their site and get the details!

Yumm

If you are a Chinese food lover and want to enjoy eating the real taste of Chinese food, then this is a definitely a place you must never dream to miss. It’s a venture of English Tea House group. Yumm offers an extensive range of Chinese dishes that provides you an ultimate taste enriched from China. The specialty of this restaurant lies in Yumm special soup, tempura prawns and Yumm Special beef. The Chinese taste of the dishes will be beyond your expectations.

Arcadian Café

The café is an ultimate place to sit back and enjoy with friends and family. This café is a must visit for your occasional family or friend lunch times since they offer a huge range of menu coming from Asian, Italian, French& Continental origin. The Arcadian Café is the place that is loved by most of the foodies in Lahore.

Note: The Arcadian Café offers takeout food and home deliveries during Ramadan and their deals have gotten pretty interesting. Check them out on Foodpanda and order to your heart’s content!

Jade Café by China Town

Jade Café is the place to be when you are hanging out with your friends for a Sunday brunch, lunch or a dinner. Their specialties lies in the wide range of Pastas, Pizzas, and Drinks. On top of the list, they serve the main course meals at their best. If you want to try some rich flavored meals from their big menu, visit this page to get a basic idea.

The place delivers food to your doorstep on timely hours and all contents are guaranteed fresh and tasty.

Haveli Restaurant

Haveli Restaurant is located in the historic Haveli Khalil Khan, which is an architectural landmark of the Fort Road Food Street in Lahore. Nestled in the lap of history, Haveli offers incomparable and outstanding views of the famous Badshahi Mosque built during the Mughal Empire.

The restaurant offers a wide variety of traditional Lahori Food and the takeout menu for Ramadan looks nothing short of deliciousness.

Top 10 Restaurants For Takeout | Karachi

This year has seen Karachi’s restaurant scene mature significantly. Less was borrowed and imported, there was more emphasis on innovation at home. After carefully following trends throughout the year, we have put together a list of the latest game-changers which are the best in the city right now. Dig in!

Kolachi

With 695 reviews and a rating of 4.5, Kolachi is Karachi’s top restaurant, according to TripAdvisor. Touted as the “true holy home of tikka” by one user and a “must visit place” by another, it has been rated as excellent by top contributors.

Located at Beach Avenue in DHA Phase 8, the restaurant which is always hosting large crowds offers predominantly Pakistani food along with Afghani and Middle-Eastern cuisine.

Post-Pandemic Situation: The restaurant has opted for home deliveries and takeout options via foodpanda, tripadvisor and uber-eats.

BBQ Tonight

Of course, BBQ Tonight made it to the list at number two with 705 reviews. Also rated 4.5, it is lauded by users as the “pride of Karachi”. Located in Clifton, Block 5, it is undoubtedly the most popular Pakistani restaurant with branches in Dubai, Singapore, Oman, Jeddah and Malaysia as well as across Pakistan.

At the moment, BBQ Tonight is offering home deliveries and takeout options for customers who wither live far, far away or would prefer to grab food from their drive-thru terminal. Either way, fresh food is, and will always be, a top priority for them!

Okra

Okra comes in at number 3 with a rating of 4.5 and 174 reviews. Only 5 days old, the most recent review praised Okra as a ‘must-try for all’. Most users have rated the places as excellent including a foodie who thinks Okra is “a potential Michelin eatery”.

Located on 10th Commercial Lane, Zamzama, Okra offers Mediterranean cuisine. Home deliveries and fresh food takeout options are also entertained.

Sakura

“Sushi Authentic”, “always a favorite!”, “Best Japanese food in Pakistan”, with reviews like these Sakura ranks number 4 on the list. Located inside Pearl Continental Hotel on Ziauddin Ahmed Road, Sakura offers perhaps the most loved Japanese food of the city.

Café Aylanto

Ranking at number 5 on the list is Café Aylanto. Nearly 100 out of the 139 reviews are very good for the eatery. Rated highest for atmosphere, the restaurant is also commended for its food. Located in Block 4, Clifton, Café Aylanto offers Mediterranean and European food.

Suzie Wong

While some people like to argue the standard has deteriorated over the years, user reviews on TripAdvisor negate that entirely. With nearly all good reviews out of 71, Suzie Wong makes the list as number 6.

Located inside Marriot Hotel on 9 Abdullah Haroon Road, Suzie Wong offers authentic Chinese and has been a favourite for decades.

Café Flo

The go-to for French classics, this Bistro cum restaurant ranks number 7. Easily one of the most treasured eateries of Karachi, Café Flo was rated excellent by many users.

Users applauded the café for persistently serving good food. Located in Block 4, Clifton, Café Flo serves French cuisine and has garnered many dedicated patrons.

Xander’s

Just six years old, Xander’s makes the list at number 8. Almost always bustling, the café is a popular destination for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Majority of the 78 users who reviewed the cafe rated it very good for food and atmosphere.

Dynasty

Falling at number 9 on the list is Dynasty. Lauded for good service and quality of food, it got most positive reviews from users. Located inside Avari Towers on Fatima Jinnah Road, Dynasty serves Chinese cuisine; to some extent adapted.

Arizona Grill

And finally, in at number 10 is Arizona Grill. Users praised the eatery for maintaining a standard in food quality. Located in Zamzama, the eatery is chiefly a steakhouse that has been a favorite for long time.

Note: For all restaurants in Karachi, you can easily get food from above-mentioned eateries via takeout options, or home deliveries through foodpanda. In current times, a visit to restaurants is not recommended. Please stay at home and order food to your doorstep!

Top 10 Restaurants For Takeout | Islamabad

Until not so recently, Islamabad has shaken the local dining scene by introducing a variety of exciting new diners and hip bars.

Many additions to the city’s burgeoning culinary arena boast specialty in international cuisine – catering to diplomats residing within the city – and inspiring foodies of all ages.

Check out these BEST Ramadan 2020 Takeout Deals in Islamabad!