Chawal & Chapati Restaurant

Name: Chawal & Chapati Restaurant
Address: Sajaya Center - Shop No 25, Al Garhoud, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971521421462

Al Garhoud

Restaurant Open now 0 521 421 462

Chawal & Chapati is a Pakistani home-style restaurant in Al Garhoud, known in reviews for Karachi-style flavours and food that feels homemade. Biryani and Khaosa are strong starting points, while the small dining room suits a quick meal or takeaway better than a large gathering.

Reputation Score

4.8

★★★★★

190 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Biryani

The biryani is repeatedly praised for fragrant rice, balanced masala, fresh salad and homestyle raita.

Shami Kabab

Shami kababs are a standout, with reviewers comparing them to homemade versions and praising both chicken and beef options.

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What to Eat at Chawal & Chapati Restaurant

These items at Chawal & Chapati Restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

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Khaosa Net +8

“*Khaosa:* A non-negotiable MUST-HAVE. The crunch, the rich curry, the flavors—it is the ultimate comfort in a bowl. Do not skip this!”
Bun kabab Net +3

“Bun Kabab – 8/10: Very tasty, especially when paired with the imli (tamarind) chutney.”
Naan Net +2

“The biryani was fragrant, bun Kabab was awesome the chicken karahi was perfectly spiced, and the freshly baked naan was soft and delicious.”
Pulao Net +2

“Everything at this restaurant was absolutely delicious. From the pulao, biryani, pasta and shami burger to the khaosey, every dish was full of flavor and perfectly made. I would definitely recommend it!”
Puri paratha Net +2

“We ordered Peshwari karhai, BBQ platter, pulao, bihari boti with naan, and poori paratha. Every dish was exceptional and comes highly recommended.”
Wheat chapati Net +2

“Wheat chapati was a noticeable item.”

Honorable mentions (23)

Aalo gosht mutton Net +1

“I ordered aalo gosht mutton and mutton aalo qeema Omg they were soo good n fresh really enjoyed alot even the mutton is so soft. Really enjoyed it yesterday.”
Aloo keema Net +1

“Tasted aloo keema (we asked them to prepare in less oil and masala, cook in veg oil) was delicious.”
Baigan burani Net +1

“Don't miss out on their Shaami Kabab, Baigan Burani, and Khausey—absolute must-tries!”
Baingain in yoghurt Net +1

“Baingain in yoghurt was so tasty its a regular moving item there.”
Bbq platter Net +1

“We ordered Peshwari karhai, BBQ platter, pulao, bihari boti with naan, and poori paratha. Every dish was exceptional and comes highly recommended.”
Beef shami kabab Net +1

“The best Beef shami kabab I have ever had! This is so outstanding.”
Bihari boti Net +1

“ *Bihari Boti & Puri Paratha:* Literally MOUTH-MELTING. The smoky, tender boti with a hot, crispy, puri paratha... you will honestly close your eyes on the first bite.”
Bihari boti with naan Net +1

“We ordered Peshwari karhai, BBQ platter, pulao, bihari boti with naan, and poori paratha. Every dish was exceptional and comes highly recommended.”
Bihari qeema Net +1

“I recently ordered Beef Yakhni Pulao, Bihari Qeema, and Mutton Peshawari Karahi — and I must say, everything was absolutely delicious! Each dish was rich in flavor, perfectly cooked, and beautifully presented.”
Biriyani Net +1

“Amazing food...a real demonstration of ghar ka taste. Loved every bit of the biriyani n the paratha roll. We ordered it for our picnic gtg n everybody lived it.”
Chaat Net +1

“Highly recommended.. we ordered khaosay,chaat,tikka paratha biryani and burger ..each n everything was literally very delicious fresh and finger licking.. if you want 100 % hygienic home food then order to chawal &chapaati ... 👍”
Chicken karahi Net +1

“The biryani was fragrant, bun Kabab was awesome the chicken karahi was perfectly spiced, and the freshly baked naan was soft and delicious.”
Chicken tikka biryani Net +1

“The Food was amazing, Just like Home-made, We tried Shami Kabab and Chicken Tikka Biryani, both were delicious, We recommend everyone to visit their palace and order from them”
Daal Net +1

“Daal served hot was awesome.”
Daal chawal Net +1

“Their daal chawal and karahi was great too.”
Grilled chicken Net +1

“The grilled chicken was amazing 😘😘😘”
Mutton aalo qeema Net +1

“I ordered aalo gosht mutton and mutton aalo qeema Omg they were soo good n fresh really enjoyed alot even the mutton is so soft. Really enjoyed it yesterday.”
Mutton biryani Net +1

“I found this place a while ago and tried their biryani. As a mutton biryani fan i highly recommend it. Good quantity and amazing taste.”
Mutton karhai Net +1

“Mutton karhai was extremely yummy”
Mutton peshawari karahi Net +1

“I recently ordered Beef Yakhni Pulao, Bihari Qeema, and Mutton Peshawari Karahi — and I must say, everything was absolutely delicious! Each dish was rich in flavor, perfectly cooked, and beautifully presented.”
Paratha roll Net +1

“Amazing food...a real demonstration of ghar ka taste. Loved every bit of the biriyani n the paratha roll. We ordered it for our picnic gtg n everybody lived it.”
Peshwari karhai Net +1

“We ordered Peshwari karhai, BBQ platter, pulao, bihari boti with naan, and poori paratha. Every dish was exceptional and comes highly recommended. However, the Peshwari karhai was the star of the evening, an absolute classic and undoubtedly one of the best in Dubai.”
Shami burger Net +1

“Everything at this restaurant was absolutely delicious. From the pulao, biryani, pasta and shami burger to the khaosey, every dish was full of flavor and perfectly made. I would definitely recommend it!”

Drinks 1

Tea with fresh milk Net +1

“The tea with fresh milk was also delicious!”

What to Avoid (1)

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Mutton karachi Net −1

“Mutton Karachi – 5/10: Unfortunately, this wasn't very good. The mutton tasted like it had been boiled separately and then added to the gravy.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Use Maps. Search for the restaurant on Google Maps rather than Waze; Waze may stop you on the main road.

Check Seating. Expect very limited dine-in space, so consider takeaway if you are visiting with a larger group.

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Practical details

Sajaya Center - Shop No 25

Umm Ramool, Dubai

0 521 421 462

Mon	11:30 AM – 10:45 PM
Tue	11:30 AM – 10:45 PM
Wed	11:30 AM – 10:45 PM
Thu	11:30 AM – 10:45 PM
Fri	11:30 AM – 10:45 PM
Sat	10:15 AM – 10:45 PM
Sun	10:15 AM – 10:30 PM

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Common Concerns

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Limited Seating

The dining area is very small, with one review noting only three tables.

Takeaway Packing

One takeaway order had chapati and dal mixed together, while the foil container leaked into the tiffin.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

AED 25

Biryani

“Biryani – 9/10: The taste was excellent, but I think it's a bit overpriced at AED 25”

Google review · July 2026

AED 5

water bottle

“In addition, the water bottle was priced at AED 5, whereas similar outlets typically charge around AED 2”

Google review · August 2026

18dhs

deal biryani

“18dhs deal biryani but served with wing only n potato”

Google review · September 2025

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The Bottom Line

Chawal & Chapati is a Pakistani home-style restaurant in Al Garhoud for diners craving Karachi-style comfort food. Reviews point first-time visitors towards the biryani, shami kabab and Khaosa: the biryani is praised for fragrant rice, balanced masala, fresh salad and raita, while the kababs are often compared with homemade versions. One diner particularly liked both chicken and beef shami kabab, and another called the Khaosa authentic after not having it for years.

The menu also reaches beyond those signatures. Customers mention Peshwari karhai, mutton dishes, bun kabab, Bihari boti, naan and beef yakhni pulao. Several reviews describe fresh cooking, generous portions and food that feels like it came from home.

The restaurant can also accommodate requests such as less oil or masala, which is useful if you prefer milder cooking. Keep expectations practical. The dining room is small, with one review noting three tables, and another found it noisy.

The restaurant is tucked among car garages, so Google Maps is a better bet than Waze; parking can also be awkward. Takeaway customers should check the packing, since one order reportedly leaked and mixed chapati with dal. Pricing opinions vary, with AED 25 biryani called expensive by one reviewer.