Generous portions
A chicken biryani portion was reported as enough for two people, making it a practical budget meal.
Pak Darbar Restaurant
Naif
Pak Darbar Restaurant is a Pakistani-focused eatery in Naif, with a broad menu shaped around familiar desi comfort food. Reviewers especially mention chicken biryani, keema paratha and generous portions at budget-friendly prices, though service and billing can vary.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
462 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Budget meals
Several reviews describe the food as affordable, including a 10.5 dhs biryani portion with three chicken pieces.
Paratha
The keema paratha is specifically praised, while the crunchy paratha is noted as a morning-only option.
Mutton dishes
Named favourites include peshawri mutton, mutton kadai and a juicy Afghan mutton tikka served freshly grilled.
Meal extras
One chapli kebab order came with free salad, raita and dal, adding useful sides to a low-cost meal.
Seating choice
The restaurant has outside, inside and upstairs seating, although one reviewer was unsure about family privacy.
What to Eat at Pak Darbar Restaurant How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Pak Darbar Restaurant, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Pak Darbar Restaurant, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Chicken biryani Net +4
“I had a chicken biryani there and it was awesome.”
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Review excerpts
“I had a chicken biryani there and it was awesome.”May 2021
“Had the chicken biryani and it was more than enough for 2 person to share. Highly recommended if you're in the area as it is very affordable with generous portion.”February 2023
Honorable mentions (18)
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Afghan mutton tikka Net +1
“Afghan mutton tikka, I say, bring it on! Excellent, juicy meat, super soft, freshly grilled (gotta wait 10-15min), I was very happy.”
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Review excerpts
“Afghan mutton tikka, I say, bring it on! Excellent, juicy meat, super soft, freshly grilled (gotta wait 10-15min), I was very happy.”May 2023
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Afghani pulao Net +1
“Namkeen boti, afghani pulao is very good.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Namkeen boti, afghani pulao is very good.”August 2023
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Chicken boti pulao Net +1
“Super tasty chicken boti pulao...”
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“Super tasty chicken boti pulao...”September 2021
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Chicken handi Net +1
“And their chicken handi is worth the price”
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“And their chicken handi is worth the price”November 2020
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Crispy paratha Net +1
“The crispy paratha they serve in the morning was still as good as before.”
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“The crispy paratha they serve in the morning was still as good as before.”September 2023
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Dal fry Net +1
“Dal fry is with Roti good combination”
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Review excerpts
“Dal fry is with Roti good combination”August 2021
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Haleem Net +1
“Honestly, it's expensive but worth it especially some of their Mughalai Cuisine, such as Qeema , White Curry Beef , White Curry Chicken (if someone likes chicken) , Pulao, Haleem , Nihari ETC so many varieties to choose for .”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Honestly, it's expensive but worth it especially some of their Mughalai Cuisine, such as Qeema , White Curry Beef , White Curry Chicken (if someone likes chicken) , Pulao, Haleem , Nihari ETC so many varieties to choose for .”January 2025
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Keema paratha Net +1
“they have best keema paratha”
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Review excerpts
“they have best keema paratha”July 2025
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Mutton biryani Net +1
“I like the chicken biryani and mutton biryani.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I like the chicken biryani and mutton biryani.”May 2023
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Namkeen boti Net +1
“Namkeen boti, afghani pulao is very good.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Namkeen boti, afghani pulao is very good.”August 2023
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Nihari Net +1
“Honestly, it's expensive but worth it especially some of their Mughalai Cuisine, such as Qeema , White Curry Beef , White Curry Chicken (if someone likes chicken) , Pulao, Haleem , Nihari ETC so many varieties to choose for .”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Honestly, it's expensive but worth it especially some of their Mughalai Cuisine, such as Qeema , White Curry Beef , White Curry Chicken (if someone likes chicken) , Pulao, Haleem , Nihari ETC so many varieties to choose for .”January 2025
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Pakistani parota Net +1
“Best Pakistani parota in town mouth water and awesome one”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Best Pakistani parota in town mouth water and awesome one”November 2020
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Paratha Net +1
“Paratha is good because I like crunchy but it only serves in the morning.”
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Review excerpts
“Paratha is good because I like crunchy but it only serves in the morning.”May 2023
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White curry beef Net +1
“Honestly, it's expensive but worth it especially some of their Mughalai Cuisine, such as Qeema , White Curry Beef , White Curry Chicken (if someone likes chicken) , Pulao, Haleem , Nihari ETC so many varieties to choose for .”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Honestly, it's expensive but worth it especially some of their Mughalai Cuisine, such as Qeema , White Curry Beef , White Curry Chicken (if someone likes chicken) , Pulao, Haleem , Nihari ETC so many varieties to choose for .”January 2025
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White curry chicken Net +1
“Honestly, it's expensive but worth it especially some of their Mughalai Cuisine, such as Qeema , White Curry Beef , White Curry Chicken (if someone likes chicken) , Pulao, Haleem , Nihari ETC so many varieties to choose for .”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Honestly, it's expensive but worth it especially some of their Mughalai Cuisine, such as Qeema , White Curry Beef , White Curry Chicken (if someone likes chicken) , Pulao, Haleem , Nihari ETC so many varieties to choose for .”January 2025
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Chapli kebab Net 0
Mixed feedback
“I ordered Chapli kebab. Enjoyed”
Positive 1Negative 1
Review excerpts
“I ordered Chapli kebab. Enjoyed”January 2025
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Pulao Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Honestly, it's expensive but worth it especially some of their Mughalai Cuisine, such as Qeema , White Curry Beef , White Curry Chicken (if someone likes chicken) , Pulao, Haleem , Nihari ETC so many varieties to choose for .”
Positive 1Negative 1
Review excerpts
“Honestly, it's expensive but worth it especially some of their Mughalai Cuisine, such as Qeema , White Curry Beef , White Curry Chicken (if someone likes chicken) , Pulao, Haleem , Nihari ETC so many varieties to choose for .”January 2025
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Qeema Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Honestly, it's expensive but worth it especially some of their Mughalai Cuisine, such as Qeema , White Curry Beef , White Curry Chicken (if someone likes chicken) , Pulao, Haleem , Nihari ETC so many varieties to choose for .”
Positive 1Negative 1
Review excerpts
“Honestly, it's expensive but worth it especially some of their Mughalai Cuisine, such as Qeema , White Curry Beef , White Curry Chicken (if someone likes chicken) , Pulao, Haleem , Nihari ETC so many varieties to choose for .”January 2025
What to Avoid (1)
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Daal ghosh Net −1
“I was Pak Darbar Naif branch, I ordered Daal Ghosh, they used Very!! small Daal grains when supposed to be made with big grains, the person in charge said we finished our big grains daal we don't have, then he charged me high as the big grains. I don't recommend 👎”
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Critical review excerpts
“I was Pak Darbar Naif branch, I ordered Daal Ghosh, they used Very!! small Daal grains when supposed to be made with big grains, the person in charge said we finished our big grains daal we don't have, then he charged me high as the big grains. I don't recommend 👎”February 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Check bills. Repeat your order and confirm plate sizes before paying; one customer said larger plates were added to the bill.
Order early. For paratha, visit in the morning: one reviewer says the crunchy version is only served then.
Allow waiting. If ordering Afghan mutton tikka, allow around 10–15 minutes because it is freshly grilled to order.
Confirm availability. Ask whether your chosen dish is available before settling in; a customer waited 20 minutes before being told items were unavailable.
Consider setting. The seating includes upstairs and outdoor areas, but one reviewer was unsure whether families would get enough privacy.
Plan the visit
Practical details
28 17b St
Naif - Deira, Dubai
| 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 |
Common Concerns
Billing issues
Multiple reviews allege inconsistent prices, added charges or larger plates appearing on the bill, so check the total carefully.
Slow service
Service delays recur in the reviews, including a breakfast order where the waiter took 45 minutes to arrive.
Staff attitude
Some customers describe rude or unprofessional behaviour from waiters, despite other reviews finding staff cooperative.
Food consistency
Reviews report oily pulao and chapli kebab, while another says chicken dishes contained more bones than meat.
Hygiene concern
One review raises a serious hygiene concern after reporting a large rat inside the restaurant.
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The Bottom Line
Pak Darbar Restaurant in Naif is a Pakistani-style, dhaba-like eatery where the main draw is filling desi food at generally accessible prices. The menu choices reviewers actually discuss include chicken biryani, keema paratha, peshawri mutton and Afghan mutton tikka. 5 dhs for three chicken pieces.
The strongest food reports are quite specific. Keema paratha is called the restaurant’s best dish by one customer, crunchy paratha is available in the morning, and the Afghan mutton tikka was described as juicy, soft and freshly grilled for a reported 22aed. Pulao, haleem, nihari and white-curry dishes also appear among the recommendations, though food quality is not completely consistent.
That inconsistency is the main caution. Other customers found pulao or chapli kebab too oily, complained about bony chicken pieces, or described the food as average. Service reviews range from cooperative and friendly to very slow and rude, with one breakfast customer waiting 45 minutes just to place an order.
Check plate sizes, dish availability and the final bill before paying. Reviews alleging added charges make that especially worthwhile. Seating includes outside, inside and upstairs areas, but family privacy may be limited.