Khan's Karahi

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1. Aamir Khan ★★★★★

   Visited Khan's Karahi in Hounslow West with friends for a weekend breakfast a couple of weeks ago, and it was an absolute treat! We went for their classic halwa puri, which was excellent – everything freshly made, with perfectly fluffy puris, deliciously sweet halwa, and flavorful chanas. We also ordered the nihari with kulchas. I'm not usually a big fan of kulchas, but these were outstanding – soft, fresh, and paired perfectly with the rich, tender nihari. Even my friend, who's a kulcha expert and has tried them everywhere, agreed they were spot on! Portions were generous, the seating arrangement was spacious and comfortable (I can imagine it gets packed on busier days, but we were lucky and got served quickly and attentively). It's the real deal for an authentic Pakistani/Desi breakfast at very reasonable prices. And to top it off, the chai was fantastic – hot, aromatic, and just right. If you're craving proper halwa puri, nihari, or just a hearty desi start to the day in Hounslow, this is the place. Will definitely be returning!

   1 month ago
2. mubin khokhar ★★★★★

   My sister gave me Nikkah Dawat here. I wanted mint margarita as a drink but they didn’t have it in the menu. On our request, they made mint margarita and it was really nice. Noman and Salim gave very good service. Thank you. Highly recommended.

   almost 2 months ago
3. S J ★★★★★

   (New Edit in Response to Restaurant at the Bottom) I really want to highlight this place in Hounslow West. Parking can be a little challenging in the area, but it is absolutely worth visiting for the food. The flavors are authentically Pakistani, rich, and satisfying. The naan is excellent, soft, and perfectly baked. The tandoori paratha is also a highlight, large in size and more like a tandoori roti brushed with butter, flaky, and full of flavor. The Chappli kebab, however, is what truly stands out. It is probably one of the best in Hounslow. I have tried several places, including Taste of Pakistan and Lala Peshawari, both of which are good, but this spot just edges ahead. The reasons are simple: the pricing is very fair, and the portion sizes are generous. It feels like a genuine hidden gem, family-oriented and always busy, which is a good sign that locals trust and enjoy the food. I also tried the Tarka Dal, which was nice but could use a stronger garlic tarka to add more depth and aroma. It was slightly mild for my liking, and a little extra garlic would really enhance the overall flavor. Still, it was cleanly cooked and enjoyable. If I had one small suggestion, it would be to improve the cleanliness of the bathrooms and floors. They could be kept a little tidier, which would make the dining experience even better. That said, this is something that many Pakistani restaurants struggle with, and it does not take away from the quality of the food. Overall, the food here is excellent, the team is kind and welcoming, and the flavors are fresh, authentic, and consistently good. I keep coming back because it always feels satisfying, comforting, and genuine, which is why I think it is one of Hounslow’s best-kept secrets. New Edit. I also added the Haleem picture which I tried once before. It’s worth a try as I think is very authentic. Some other things I think the restaurant could do which would enhance its appeal and probably make it the best Pakistani restaurant in the area are suggestions below: 1. Add a paratha option all day. Not just Tandoori, I mean a proper Tawa paratha. 2. I usually like a fry dish of some kind and feel like it’s missing here in the offering. Maybe a keema fry or a Khaleeji or Daal Mash fry. Something richer. Bolder. You have to understand people come to restaurants like yours because they can’t make richer dishes things like that at home and are craving it. E.g Haleem because it takes too long and is hard to make. 3. I think if they added the option for a simple omelette to go on the side it could also be a good suggestion. Some Afghani/Pakistani places in Pakistan do this with their Chappli kebab and it totally transforms the kebab into something special. Plus I love eggs but that’s just my personal suggestion. 4. I feel like a simple home cooked Pulao is missing. The kind you have at weddings and at home. Like Chicken or Lamb. They could make this available some days to reduce complexity but some of these classic home dishes would make it THE one stop shop for everything Pakistani. 5. Small improvement on the salad too. Nice complimentary portion but the cucumbers can and should be stored in water, keeps them fresher longer. They can get dry without that moisture.

   almost 2 months ago

1. Waxsta ★★★☆☆

   The naan was fresh, and the karahi was tasty. We had a portion of Chapli kebabs which were made fresh but they absolutely mess you stomach up for days. If you have a sensitive stomach I'd avoid the Chapli kebabs. I'm not a huge karahi fan, but this place does half decent food. Not the best of places. Hounslow west is a horrible place with really bad parking.

   almost 4 months ago
2. S Butt ★★★★★

   This restaurant deserves every bit of praise. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with warm hospitality and the inviting aroma of freshly prepared spices. The food is nothing short of outstanding. Each dish tastes authentic and freshly made — from the sizzling chapli kebabs to the rich, slow-cooked haleem, every bite bursts with flavour. The karahi is beautifully fragrant and the naan comes hot and fluffy straight from the tandoor. Portions are generous without compromising on quality. Noman is amazing host. I strongly recommend this restaurant.

   almost 5 months ago
3. R K ★★★☆☆

   Food was good but not outstanding i would say. Too pricy £24.99 for half kg lamb karahi and £18.99 for 3 chappli kebabs. You could easily get 2 portions of chappli kebab in £18.99. Only Tarka daal and chicken roast was amazing.

   almost 3 years ago

1. jacqueline ojimba ★★★★★

   We found this place by accident and what a gem. The food was delicious and the service was great. The servongs are huge so you'll have to have bags to go.

   almost 3 years ago
2. Ravi Dhillon ★★★★★

   Had lovely chicken curry with naan washed down with bottle of water. Chicken meat was tender and curry sauce juicy and bold, very authentic Pakistani cuisine. Chef was very polite just like all the staff, will be back again in the future.

   almost 3 years ago
3. Ganni Krishna ★★★★★

   Charsi Lamb karahi was epic. Chicken karahi was excellent, Nihari 10/10, quick service. Great food. The seating area gets very stuffy, not good ventilation, but food is outstanding.

   almost 3 years ago

1. Ijaz Nasir ★★★★★

   A wonderfully hidden gem. The service was good and the food was great. It's a small store with about 30 seats available (mostly at tables of 4 or more ) . Price was good, food was authentic. No complaints Parking on Sunday is free if you park off the main road on the side roads

   almost 4 years ago

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