Lahori Butt Karahi

A straightforward, no-frills Pakistani restaurant spread over two floors - nothing fancy, just great food that clearly draws in the crowds. It’s always busy and understandably popular within the south asian (particularly Pakistani) community. The 1kg boneless lamb karahi was truly outstanding - the flavours were bold, perfectly balanced, and authentic. The portion was generous, and every bite tasted freshly prepared and full of depth. Arguably the best curry I’ve had this year, and without question the place I’ll return to whenever I’m craving a proper karahi. The meat seek kebab starter were good (I've had better) whilst the lahori chana was okay but not great. I probably wouldn't get that side dish next time. The naans were large and fluffy, complementing the karahi perfectly, and the prices are excellent for the quality and quantity served. Rice options are limited, but that’s a minor detail when the main dish delivers this well. Service was fast, card payments are accepted, and overall, it was just what the doctor ordered. Would I return? Yes - in a heartbeat!

Visited 06/06/2025, went for evening meal and it was also Eid Al Adha so upstairs area was fully booked/reserved, so sat downstairs quickly by staff. Parking in front of location is very limited, however free parking in adjacent side street (avoid streets with yellow lines). The menu is starters, karahis and specials and drinks, unfortunately the jug drinks were not available on day we visited apart from the Lassi drinks, which we ordered and was enjoyed. The 7 up mojito cans were interesting also. We were asked if all food at once or starters first then mains and we went separate. The family starter platter was just right for the five of us who went. When the mains came the special naan which was buttered and had sesame seeds on was lovely, one of the family who had been before had previously tried the lamb karahi and said it was off the bone, the menu did not state that the chicken was on the bone, so when it came out was slightly disappointed as was expecting it to be off the bone and not having to faff around, the salaan/shora sauce was nice with the dish. The whole chicken special is steamed before cooking and the meat was tasty and fell off the bone easily, worth getting if you go. Pricing wise the dishes were reasonably priced and I’d say it’s worth trying this place out, just don’t expect it to be a plush restaurant, it’s basic tables, plates etc, this is made up for by the food and I’d specifically recommend checking when ordering dish next time if it is boneless. Rating four out of five stars purely based on the main butter chicken karahi being not as good as it could potentially be as a boneless chicken, mainly as a lot of the substance of the dish is then bones as opposed to chicken meat. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The food was very tasty and good quality. The service provided could do with improving. We were served with a glass which was dirty. The napkin served with the cutlery wrapped around it has curry stains on it. The Food Hygiene rating sticker (rating of 3 as of April 2025) should be clearly showing to customers to give added confidence.