"Had out-of-state guests and wanted great food with a nice ambiance. Took them to Zika and ordered…read morethe Mutton Charsi Karahi. Honestly, it's one of the best I've ever had!"

I've been coming here since they were at there small location by Clara Barton and I was so happy to…read moresee this business upgrade to a larger space. The food is always fresh and consistently reliable with spice and delicious flavors. They have a very large dining area that looks like it can accommodate large groups and events. And the staff and owner are always attentive. I usually get the Combo platters because you get a little of everything: salad, Naan, Chicken Biryani, and a choice of 2 meats. If you're in the area give them a try!

if you've met me since covid, you've probably heard me rave about how much I love this restaurant…read morein New Brunswick. I love afghani food and this one hands down is the BEST one I've come across. The flavorful rice to the assortment of savory and perfectly seasoned kebabs to the quantity - this is the best afghani / middle eastern restaurant I've had. I always order the family chicken platter for two and it comes with Adana kebabs (my favorite from here), Chapli kebabs, and Shish kebabs that are able to feed my family of 3 for both dinner and the following day's lunch. I do takeout always but you can sit upstairs - they have sitting layout of eating on the floor like it's done in Afghan. In this photo I ended up buying the family platter mixed (chicken and lamb) platter for 4 since it was more people. In hindsight, I'd still get the platter for 2 as it's roughly same size tray just a bit more quantity. Service is great.

I couldn't help but notice how many people were eating here. The restaurant performs reliably well…read more The restaurant crew is approachable and resourceful. Reliable place. Pukhtun Afghan Cuisine offers the ideal cozy dining atmosphere.

I visited Gulberg last night, and overall it was a good experience. They had two large events…read morehappening at the same time, but the service was still solid, which was impressive. I ordered the Gulberg Special Chicken Karahi, some naan, and a Beef Bihari Roll. The biggest disappointment was the karahi. It didn't really taste like a traditional karahi and felt more like a chicken salan served in a karahi dish. I've had this exact item here before, and it was fantastic, so I know the kitchen is capable of much better. The Beef Bihari Roll, on the other hand, was delicious. My only suggestion would be to improve the presentation a bit. Adding some fries or a side would make the plate feel more complete and visually appealing. When we mentioned the karahi to our server, he handled it very professionally. He immediately offered to have a fresh one made, which was appreciated. By that point, the kids were getting restless, so we decided not to wait. He was also kind enough to adjust our bill, which was a very nice gesture and showed great customer service. Overall, while the karahi missed the mark this time, the staff made up for it with their attentiveness and willingness to make things right. Everyone has an off night, especially with two big events going on. I'd definitely come back and give it another shot.

Terrible experience. I paid by credit card and then paid the same amount again in cash after the…read moremerchant promised the card charge would be refunded. Since the store was closing, they said they couldn't print a receipt but assured me the refund would be processed. Two weeks later, there was still no refund. When I contacted them, they denied knowing anything about the cash payment. I asked them to review the security camera above the register, which should confirm exactly what happened, but they kept avoiding the issue and giving me the runaround. I have now opened a dispute with my credit card company. If this is not resolved, I am prepared to take further legal action if necessary. I paid twice for the same purchase and have still not received my money back. Extremely unprofessional and unacceptable. I would strongly advise anyone dealing with this business to get a receipt for every payment and carefully check their statements.

Son, a Rutgers student, took us to Spice Paradise for dinner one evening. Right off Rte 18, so you…read moresee it, but hard to get to. Place was empty and a little dark, but they turned on some music and another group showed up for dinner. Started with Chicken 65 - which were chunks of boneless chicken bathed in a creamy butter like sauce - bit on the spicy side, but very tasty. We shared two orders of garlic naan and raita. Order of Hyderabad Chicken Biryani - which was very good, plenty of chicken in biryani and a hard boiled egg on the top. Paneer Tikka Tandoor and a mixed Tandoor Platter. All the entrees were good - we asked for mild, but they were like medium. Plenty of tasty sauce, balanced with the raita and the garlic naan made this a great dinner. Would have been nice for some cold water, but it was tap water at room temperature, so not very cooling. Would come again.

Service was nice and food was amazing! Restaurant was very clean and well put together. Had the…read moresamosas, chicken 65, chicken biryani, and garlic naan. Very fresh and delicious. A must try.

Burns Road Restaurant: A Taste of Karachi in New Jersey…read moreOverall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars Burns Road Restaurant has set itself an ambitious task: to bring the sights, flavors, and unmistakable energy of Karachi's legendary Burns Road food street to New Jersey. On the culinary front, it largely succeeds. The food is flavorful, the portions are generous, and the atmosphere strongly reflects Pakistani cultural identity. The restaurant's service, however, has some catching up to do. Located in Franklin Park, New Jersey, Burns Road was founded in 2021 by three friends who shared a longing for the Pakistani flavors of their youth. Co-founder Mr. Fasih says the restaurant drew direct inspiration from Karachi's famous Burns Road, a bustling destination known for its traditional street food. Unable to find those distinctive flavors locally, the founders decided to recreate them in New Jersey--and broaden the experience along the way. That broader vision is evident on the menu. While Pakistani cuisine is at its heart, the restaurant also incorporates Iranian, Yemeni, and other South Asian and Middle Eastern influences. Yemeni mandi, for instance, appears alongside Pakistani classics. Portions are particularly generous and generally larger than those found at many Pakistani restaurants. During our visit, the dishes we sampled were flavorful and satisfying. However, we did not try several of the restaurant's signature offerings, including nihari, biryani, paya, korma, and bun kebab. Our review should therefore be viewed as an assessment of our dining experience, not a judgment of the entire menu. The generous portions can make Burns Road a good choice for families and larger groups, although prices are on the higher side. A Shinwari goat karahi, for example, is priced at $49.99, with naan costing an additional $2.29 each. While the portions help justify the cost, the final bill can still add up quickly. Our group of 20 had mixed impressions. Some guests felt the chicken and goat gravies tasted remarkably similar, suggesting that greater differentiation between the dishes would be welcome. The club sandwich was also smaller than expected. On the positive side, the mint margarita and mango lassi were well received. The restaurant's spacious dining hall is a strength. High ceilings, colorful Pakistani-themed décor, and a warm, family-friendly atmosphere create an inviting setting. The walls feature portraits of iconic Pakistani figures, including Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Allama Iqbal, Imran Khan, Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan, Faiz Ahmed Faiz, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, and Abdul Sattar Edhi. These displays give Burns Road a distinctive cultural character and reinforce its connection to Pakistan. One notable omission, however, is the absence of prominent Pakistani women from the collection. Including figures who have made significant contributions to Pakistan's history, arts, science, and public life would make the cultural presentation more complete. The restaurant's greatest weakness during our visit was service. Our food took considerable time to arrive, and we had to follow up several times before it was served. We also experienced several basic table-service shortcomings. Utensils were missing from the table and required repeated requests; eventually, we retrieved them ourselves from the buffet area. For our large group of more than 20 people, dinner plates were stacked in three piles, making them difficult to access. Soda was served in cans, and we had to collect disposable glasses from the buffet area. Water was available in bottles for an additional charge. None of these issues is serious on its own, but together they affected the overall dining experience. They suggest that Burns Road is still developing its approach to full-service dining, particularly when handling larger groups. Burns Road is an ambitious and promising addition to New Jersey's Pakistani dining scene. Its greatest strengths are its flavorful food, generous portions, distinctive atmosphere, and genuine effort to capture the spirit of Karachi's famous food street. The owners have created more than one restaurant; they are attempting to recreate a cultural experience and share it with a broader audience. At present, however, the experience appears better suited to buffet dining and catering than to a sit-down meal. Improving staffing, reducing waiting times, and paying greater attention to basic table service would significantly elevate the restaurant. The good news is that the underlying concept is strong. With some operational refinement, Burns Road could become one of New Jersey's notable destinations for Pakistani cuisine. One particularly welcome detail: they did not add gratuity to our bill. Zafar Iqbal, PhD, Herndon, VA

Disaster. Extremely…read moreslow service. It took at least 45 minutes if not more for our order to arrive. We looked at your watch several times and had to complain that it was taking too long before the food was served. Their excuse: The cook was on break. You need to ask multiple times for knives because they were not available at the table.. Soda was served in the soda can. Had to ask for glasses multiple times before they were provided. Bathrooms: Dirty Billed ($50+) for items not purchased Billed more than the price quoted on the menu. Attitude: Argued over the bill. Food Taste: Nothing great to talk about. Pay attention to your bill before paying. This restaurant may not last long with this kind of service. Especially when you remember the trip for being over-billed and poor service than the food.

KASH is a great guy who took a moment to assist us with explaining the various types of chic kabob…read morepreparations. We loved his recommendations and feel the chic was super juicy, tender, and tasty! The rice, which I'm not always a big fan of, was very delicious and not overcooked, but rather well prepared rendering a true culinary delight w/o a bunch of fanfare! way to go! Thx Kash~ if looking for something different, new, or just plain GOOD, I highly recommend! Lynda & Bob B. (CA)

Flame Kebob House 986 Easton Ave…read more Somerset, NJ 08873 Chicken Kebob Platter Experience the best of three worlds! This variety entrée comes with three types of chicken with a different marination: * Chicken tikka (the reddish color ) * Chicken kofta (the long piece) * Malai tikka (2 pairs) The boneless chicken was tender and juicy. The multiple dipping sauces also added a blend of heat and spice. I wasn't a fan of the side salad, but this type of salad is typically included with Halal platters. #flamekebobhouse #somersetnj #chickenkebobplatter #chickentikka #chickenkofta #melaitikka

This is review is specifically for their cafe, right to the left of their restaurant. The space is…read morebeautifully decorated with a good amount of seating. We came on a Sunday morning around 10am and there was only one worker out front. We ordered at the kiosk and he got right to work on our drink order. Our food came out before our drinks. Good service! What we ordered: - CHICKEN TIKKA QUESADILLA (Chicken Tikka, Three Cheese Blend, Chipotle Aioli on Flour Tortilla) - BANANA PUDDING MATCHA LATTE (Ceremonial Grade Matcha, Banana Syrup, Milk, Banana Pudding Cream, Crushed Nilla Wafers) - SPANISH MATCHA LATTE (Ceremonial Grade Matcha, Sweet Condensed Milk, Milk) Everything was made fresh and it was all tasty. The banana pudding matcha latte was very good, the banana aspect didn't taste like artificial banana syrup. We've been to places where it literally tasted like a Banana Runtz Candy. I would recommend this place.

Chai Chenak is one of the popular Pakistani cafés in the New Brunswick area, along with the more…read moreformal restaurants Maza and Good Food by Uzma. Chai Chenak is separated into a restaurant area that specializes in classic street food items like bun kebab, and a cafe section next door. I've enjoyed the Kathi rolls here, but the main reason to visit is for the Kashmiri chai, which is prepared in large quantities and always ready to go. The chai has a slight buttery saltiness that adds to the richness, especially when you pair it with a healthy dose of sugar.

My friend and I love coming to Sigri whenever we want a quick lunch. Had been here multiple times…read moreand so far it has been consistent. Our personal favorite is their salmon which they make to order so we appreciate that. I believe there was a time when the salmon skin was extra crispy and it had us coming back, haha. One of the workers recommended the Carribean sauce to us with the salmon and ever since then that has been our go to order. We are happy with their naan and chicken samosas as well to order as side dishes. I also tried their butter chicken which I love as well. Every time we come, the workers here are so nice and they will know what to recommend. I like that I can enjoy dishes here without getting them super spicy. The place is spacious with plenty of chairs as well. We will come back.

Very cool fast casual Indian food... I had a naan wich because who doesn't love a fusion of…read moreanything?... I was so pleasantly surprised by the fried butter chicken... fresh and really hit the spot ... I also ordered the veggie samosa ...