Pak Darbar Restaurant Bur Dubai Old

Name: Pak Darbar Restaurant Bur Dubai Old
Address: 19 74th St, Bur Dubai, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143521974

Bur Dubai

Pakistani restaurant Open now 04 352 1974

Pak Darbar is a budget Pakistani restaurant in Bur Dubai, known for homestyle breakfasts and hearty meat dishes. Reviews point first-time diners towards mutton chops, mutton peshawari and halwa puri, with outdoor seating and a separate family area adding practical flexibility.

Reputation Score

4.0

★★★★☆

1,330 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Pakistani flavour

Reviews describe the food as genuinely Pakistani, with homestyle flavours and well-cooked mutton dishes.

Mutton dishes

Mutton peshawari is praised for spicy, tender pieces, while mutton kadai and Afghan mutton tikka also receive strong mentions.

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What to Eat at Pak Darbar Restaurant Bur Dubai Old

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Pak Darbar Restaurant Bur Dubai Old, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 3

Chana Net +2

“The chana was fine, but the paratha was definitely not fresh—it served instantly, which is usually a sign it's been sitting around.”
Mutton kadai Net +2

“Authentic taste of Mutton kadai a must try, very delicious and yummy.”
Rogini naan Net +2

“The rogini naan is a must try item with chicken peshawari.”

Honorable mentions (28)

Afghani mutton tikka Net +1

“Best Afghani mutton tikka I've eaten in Dubai, meat is soft+juicy, and grilling is done professionally. Very simple marination, no masalas. In fact I liked this kebab more than what I've eaten in certain afghani restaurants. Meat on the bone, but good amount. Staff is kind. Recommended.”
Biriyani Net +1

“They provide unlimited gravy for the curry and biriyani here is really a flavour for the mouth.”
Chicken biryanis Net +1

“Their chicken and mutton biryanis are highlights – aromatic, spicy, and served in generous portions.”
Chicken karahi Net +1

“The curries, especially chicken karahi and mutton handi, are rich and full of flavor, best paired with freshly baked naan or roti.”
Chicken lohari Net +1

“The food was very good. We had chicken lohari, and Nuno kabab(highly recommended) 5 out of 5 food.”
Chicken qeema Net +1

“Got their chicken qeema for 18 dhs The most delicious item on their menu Couldnt resist leaving a review Too goood”
Chicken sheekh kebab Net +1

“Must try is their chicken sheekh kebab and hot hot roghni naan.. Awesome combo and so soft chicken”
Chicken tikka Net +1

“The BBQ section is another strong point – seekh kebabs, malai boti, and chicken tikka are always juicy, smoky, and well-marinated.”
Chicken tikka bone in Net +1

“Pakistani restaurant branch. Mutton Seekh kabab, chicken tikka bone in, mix veg, mutton kadai👍. However the mutton chops was not as expected, it had after taste and smell. Apart from this rest was all fine. Also they do not charge extra for salad or raita. Family dine in on first level.”
Ckn peshwari Net +1

“The rogini naan is a must try item with chicken peshawari.”
Delicious biryanis Net +1

“The menu covers all the classics – from delicious biryanis and flavorful curries to BBQ grills and fresh breads.”
Halwa paratha Net +1

“Really nice food specially in morning keema and paratha and tea and paratha and halwa paratha amazing and very very cost friendly Ofher branches must try chapli kabab”
Halwa puri Net +1

“Halwa puri is good. Ambience entry level from family perspective but you pay accordingly”
Keema Net +1

“Really nice food specially in morning keema and paratha and tea and paratha and halwa paratha amazing and very very cost friendly Ofher branches must try chapli kabab”
Kulfi ice cream Net +1

“Kulfi ice cream was simply awesome”
Malai boti Net +1

“The BBQ section is another strong point – seekh kebabs, malai boti, and chicken tikka are always juicy, smoky, and well-marinated.”
Mutton biryanis Net +1

“Their chicken and mutton biryanis are highlights – aromatic, spicy, and served in generous portions.”
Mutton chapli kabab Net +1

“Great Food specially Mutton Chapli kabab. Its is very famous”
Mutton handi Net +1

“The curries, especially chicken karahi and mutton handi, are rich and full of flavor, best paired with freshly baked naan or roti.”
Mutton peshawari Net +1

“The mutton peshawari is a spicy dish with well cooked tender pieces.”
Mutton seekh kabab Net +1

“Pakistani restaurant branch. Mutton Seekh kabab, chicken tikka bone in, mix veg, mutton kadai👍. However the mutton chops was not as expected, it had after taste and smell. Apart from this rest was all fine. Also they do not charge extra for salad or raita. Family dine in on first level.”
Mutton tikka Net +1

“Skip everything else and ask for the Mutton Chops of Mutton Tikka, along with their freshly baked rotis. Wash it down with freshly made lassi. I’ll repeat, skip everything else.”
Mutton/ckn mandi mix assorted kebab grill Net +1

“Must try their Mutton/Ckn Mandi mix assorted kebab grill. Mutton burra, Chapli kebab, Biryani’s, Mutton curry, Mutton handi, Ckn Peshwari, Fish grill. Great combination with Keema naan and assorted bread.”
Nuno kabab Net +1

“The food was very good. We had chicken lohari, and Nuno kabab(highly recommended) 5 out of 5 food.”
Omelette Net +1

“We tried their breakfast, parathas, channa, omelette, and karak tea, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and truly authentic. The taste felt homemade and satisfying.”
Roti Net +1

“The curries, especially chicken karahi and mutton handi, are rich and full of flavor, best paired with freshly baked naan or roti.”
Mutton chops Net 0

Mixed feedback

“Skip everything else and ask for the Mutton Chops of Mutton Tikka, along with their freshly baked rotis. Wash it down with freshly made lassi. I’ll repeat, skip everything else.”
Chapli kebab Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Pak Darbar, restaurant near Sharaf DG metro,we. Specially went for mutton chaanp but it was finished so we ordered Chapli kabab ,it was ok, quantity was fine, They charge 2 AED water bottle , Kind of disappointment for unavailability of their signature dish,rest was ok”

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Freshly made lassi Net +1

“Skip everything else and ask for the Mutton Chops of Mutton Tikka, along with their freshly baked rotis. Wash it down with freshly made lassi. I’ll repeat, skip everything else.”
Karak tea Net +1

“We tried their breakfast, parathas, channa, omelette, and karak tea, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and truly authentic. The taste felt homemade and satisfying.”
Tea Net +1

“Really nice food specially in morning keema and paratha and tea and paratha and halwa paratha amazing and very very cost friendly Ofher branches must try chapli kabab”

What to Avoid (1)

Food 1

Mutton karia Net −1

“❌ ❌ ❌ Worst quality ever I have seen don’t waste your money and don’t order from this restaurant at all 👎 👎 I have ordered Mutton Karia and this is what they have sent me ☹️”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Try chops. Ask for the mutton chops or mutton tikka with freshly baked rotis; one reviewer said to skip everything else for this combination.

Choose breakfast. For the lowest-cost visit, consider breakfast: one diner reported a 5 AED meal, though freshness was not guaranteed.

Plan the visit

Practical details

19 74th St

Al Souq Al Kabeer - Al Fahidi, Dubai

04 352 1974

Mon	4:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Tue	4:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Wed	4:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Thu	4:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Fri	4:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sat	4:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sun	4:00 AM – 2:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Poor maintenance

The branch is described as old, narrow and in need of upgrading; the ambience is consistently rated below the food.

Hygiene concerns

Reviews mention poor washrooms, a hair in food and visible pests, so cleanliness is a meaningful caution.

Customer-reported prices

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

5 AED

meal

“Dropped in for a quick breakfast because you honestly can't beat a 5 AED meal”

Google review · July 2026

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The Bottom Line

Pak Darbar is a straightforward Pakistani restaurant in Bur Dubai where the main draw is filling, budget-conscious food rather than polished surroundings. Breakfast is a strong reason to come, with halwa puri, chana, paratha and keema appearing in reviews. For a meat-focused meal, diners mention mutton chops, mutton peshawari, mutton kadai and Afghan mutton tikka.

The cooking has a homestyle, authentic character, though it is not perfectly consistent. One reviewer found the mutton peshawari spicy with tender pieces, while another praised the soft, juicy Afghan mutton tikka. Chicken qeema was singled out as a particularly delicious item at 18 dhs.

Portions and prices are commonly described as reasonable, and a 5 AED breakfast was reported. The setting is basic and visibly old. Indoor seating is tiny, the stairs to the upstairs family section are narrow, and the washrooms and general maintenance drew criticism.

Outdoor seating is available, and one late-night family visit appreciated the free parking. Service reviews swing from fast and friendly to rude and unhelpful, especially around delivery and a disputed damaged banknote. Hygiene concerns, including a reported hair in food and visible pests, are worth keeping in mind.

For takeaway, eat the roti quickly: one customer said it turned rubbery after ten minutes.