Mutton Pulao
The Afghani mutton pulao is singled out as exceptionally tasty and affordable.
Pak Darbar Restaurants Garhoud
Al Garhoud
Pak Darbar Restaurants Garhoud is a Pakistani restaurant in Al Garhoud serving traditional dishes around the clock. Reviews point to breakfast parathas and hearty plates such as Afghani mutton pulao, with family seating and a casual setting; experiences with service and waiting times are less consistent.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
2,020 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Mutton Dishes
Mutton chops, mutton tikka pulao and Afghani mutton kababs receive especially strong praise for tenderness and flavour.
Hot Breads
Parathas, rotis and other breads are often described as fresh, hot and crisp.
Family Seating
A separate dining section gives families an option away from the main seating area.
All-Day Dining
The restaurant is open 24 hours, making it useful for late meals and early breakfasts.
Parking
One review describes plenty of parking around the Garhoud branch.
Outdoor Seating
Outdoor seating is available and was considered especially pleasant during cooler months.
Value Meals
Several customers find the food reasonably priced, including one breakfast review describing it as affordable.
What to Eat at Pak Darbar Restaurants Garhoud 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 Restaurants Garhoud, 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.
These items at Pak Darbar Restaurants Garhoud got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Mutton chops Net +2
“Their mutton chops and mutton tikka pulao are simply delicious — perfectly cooked, flavorful, and tender.”
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“Their mutton chops and mutton tikka pulao are simply delicious — perfectly cooked, flavorful, and tender.”September 2025
“My weekday's breakfast joint. Channa masala... And juicy mutton chops is must try dish from their menu list.”January 2021
Honorable mentions (11)
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Afghani mutton kababs Net +1
“Their Afghani mutton kababs are especially amazing. These kababs are juicy, well-seasoned, and cooked just right, served with tasty sides.”
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“Their Afghani mutton kababs are especially amazing. These kababs are juicy, well-seasoned, and cooked just right, served with tasty sides.”April 2024
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Afghani mutton pulau Net +1
“But this quiet restaurant has the best pulau I have ever tasted in my life! It's very affordable. Very tasty. Please don't miss out on the Afghani mutton pulau!”
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“But this quiet restaurant has the best pulau I have ever tasted in my life! It's very affordable. Very tasty. Please don't miss out on the Afghani mutton pulau!”January 2026
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Aloo paratha Net +1
“The aloo paratha at Pak Darbar is fantastic—crispy, flavorful, and served hot with fresh yogurt.”
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“The aloo paratha at Pak Darbar is fantastic—crispy, flavorful, and served hot with fresh yogurt.”August 2024
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Channa masala Net +1
“My weekday's breakfast joint. Channa masala... And juicy mutton chops is must try dish from their menu list.”
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“My weekday's breakfast joint. Channa masala... And juicy mutton chops is must try dish from their menu list.”January 2021
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Chicken white gravy Net +1
“Excellent Chicken White Gravy creamy texture, tender chicken aur amazing Taste.”
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“Excellent Chicken White Gravy creamy texture, tender chicken aur amazing Taste.”June 2026
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Mutton karhahi Net +1
“Last night I visited this restaurant and I tried Mutton KarhAhi and I suggest everyone to visit this restaurant and I'm sure that you'll love it.”
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“Last night I visited this restaurant and I tried Mutton KarhAhi and I suggest everyone to visit this restaurant and I'm sure that you'll love it.”July 2021
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Mutton peshawari Net +1
“The mutton Peshawari is a must-try for those who appreciate rich, spicy flavors.”
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“The mutton Peshawari is a must-try for those who appreciate rich, spicy flavors.”September 2025
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Mutton seekh kababs Net +1
“We ordered afghani pulao, Mutton Seekh kababs, Mutton Tikka, chicken tikka. Salad and Raita was complimentary along with 2 kinds of dal and nihari gravy. We loved the Mutton Seekh kabab but Mutton Tikka were not done fully and more like rubber.”
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Review excerpts
“We ordered afghani pulao, Mutton Seekh kababs, Mutton Tikka, chicken tikka. Salad and Raita was complimentary along with 2 kinds of dal and nihari gravy. We loved the Mutton Seekh kabab but Mutton Tikka were not done fully and more like rubber.”September 2021
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Mutton tikka pulao Net +1
“Their mutton chops and mutton tikka pulao are simply delicious — perfectly cooked, flavorful, and tender.”
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Review excerpts
“Their mutton chops and mutton tikka pulao are simply delicious — perfectly cooked, flavorful, and tender.”September 2025
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Roti Net +1
“The Lamb was amazing and tasted just like lamb from NZ. Wow! And the Roti was wonderful.”
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“The Lamb was amazing and tasted just like lamb from NZ. Wow! And the Roti was wonderful.”August 2022
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Roti bread Net +1
“I highly recommend their traditional Pakistani dishes, especially paired with roti bread and their homemade lassi.”
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“I highly recommend their traditional Pakistani dishes, especially paired with roti bread and their homemade lassi.”March 2024
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Homemade lassi Net +1
“I highly recommend their traditional Pakistani dishes, especially paired with roti bread and their homemade lassi.”
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“I highly recommend their traditional Pakistani dishes, especially paired with roti bread and their homemade lassi.”March 2024
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Kadak tea Net +1
“I took the vegetarian food. Food was good. Specially Kadak Tea.”
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Review excerpts
“I took the vegetarian food. Food was good. Specially Kadak Tea.”October 2025
What to Avoid (6)
Food 6
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Afghan tikka Net −1
“Even after waiting for 20-25 mins for Afghan Tikka, it was not hot.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Even after waiting for 20-25 mins for Afghan Tikka, it was not hot.”April 2024
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Cold pratha Net −1
“I paid and was waiting for one pratha and one curry and tea, but after waiting and requesting at last he given me cold pratha that i didn take.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I paid and was waiting for one pratha and one curry and tea, but after waiting and requesting at last he given me cold pratha that i didn take.”November 2025
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Dal mash Net −1
“today we order dal mash its a veg food but we found some pieces of meat pieces i have allergy with meat so i dont no why they mix with meat i m totally not satisfied”
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Critical review excerpts
“today we order dal mash its a veg food but we found some pieces of meat pieces i have allergy with meat so i dont no why they mix with meat i m totally not satisfied”January 2024
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Half chana Net −1
“I am regular customer of park darbar I had ordered half chana and roti for breakfast, but they served it mixed with nihari beef. I do not eat beef. I’m very disappointed with the service at Park Darbar.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I am regular customer of park darbar I had ordered half chana and roti for breakfast, but they served it mixed with nihari beef. I do not eat beef. I’m very disappointed with the service at Park Darbar.”July 2025
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Half fry Net −1
“Good food, location and prices. However it is a little out of touch when it comes to atmosphere. Half fry was overcooked though.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Good food, location and prices. However it is a little out of touch when it comes to atmosphere. Half fry was overcooked though.”December 2024
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Mutton tikka Net −1
“We ordered afghani pulao, Mutton Seekh kababs, Mutton Tikka, chicken tikka. Salad and Raita was complimentary along with 2 kinds of dal and nihari gravy. We loved the Mutton Seekh kabab but Mutton Tikka were not done fully and more like rubber.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“We ordered afghani pulao, Mutton Seekh kababs, Mutton Tikka, chicken tikka. Salad and Raita was complimentary along with 2 kinds of dal and nihari gravy. We loved the Mutton Seekh kabab but Mutton Tikka were not done fully and more like rubber.”September 2021
Tips for a Better Visit
Allow Time. Build in extra time, especially for hot dishes and tea; one visitor waited 20 minutes for tea.
Check Bill. Review the bill before paying, particularly after breakfast or curry orders, because one customer reported an unrequested salad charge.
Clarify Orders. If you avoid meat, confirm the dish before it is served: one breakfast order was mixed with nihari beef.
Try Paratha. For breakfast, consider the hot aloo paratha or a paratha with Murgh Cholay; the aloo version was praised with fresh yogurt.
Plan Late. The 24-hour opening suits late-night dining, and one visitor reported an excellent meal at 11 PM.
Use Parking. Drivers can look for parking around the branch; a review describes a lot of parking available nearby.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Dubai 45 street 1 Emirates Accommodation Block G
Al Garhoud, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Slow Service
Multiple reviews report long waits, including 20 minutes for tea and 20–25 minutes for Afghan Tikka.
Price Changes
Customers reported sudden price increases at this Garhoud branch, with menu prices allegedly not updated.
Billing Issues
One customer says Chicken Korma was replaced on the bill with a costlier dish and an unrequested salad was added.
Food Handling
A review raised concerns about staff handling ready-to-eat food with bare hands.
Order Mix-Ups
Customers reported meat appearing in vegetarian dishes, including beef mixed into chana and meat pieces in dal mash.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
15 AED
Chicken Korma
“My friend and I ordered Chicken Korma, which is priced at 15 AED”Google review · January 2026
18 AED
Chicken Peshawari
“When we went to pay, the staff added Chicken Peshawari instead and charged us 18 AED”Google review · January 2026
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The Bottom Line
Pak Darbar Restaurants Garhoud is a traditional Pakistani restaurant in Al Garhoud where you can come for breakfast, a late-night meal or a family dinner. The dishes most worth exploring from the reviews include aloo paratha, Afghani mutton pulao, mutton chops and mutton tikka pulao. The restaurant is open 24 hours, so timing is unusually flexible.
Food feedback is strongest around breads and meat dishes. Customers describe rotis as hot and crisp, while the Afghani mutton pulao is praised as both very tasty and affordable. There is a separate family dining section, outdoor seating, and reports of plentiful parking around the branch.
Some customers also mention accepting credit cards. The main caution is inconsistency at this specific branch. Several visitors experienced slow service or waits of 15–25 minutes, including a 20-minute wait for tea, and some received food that was warm rather than hot.
Reviews also raise concerns about sudden price increases, an incorrect or unexpected bill, and meat appearing in dishes ordered as vegetarian. Check your order and bill before leaving, especially if you have dietary restrictions. Prices are described both as reasonable and, in newer reviews, unexpectedly expensive, so confirm current menu pricing at the branch.