Islamabad has the best of everything to offer to all the residents and visitors who come here to witness the world’s top-rated capital. Islamabad is a beautiful city and you will always find the weather to be pleasant enough to go out for lunch or dinner. This is also favored by the amazing eateries that the city has to offer. Whether you are craving an exquisite 3-course meal or a Thai rice bowl to fulfill an immediate hunger pang, Islamabad has the best of everything.
The city offers a huge variety when it comes to food, you will get desi, Chinese, continental, Thai, Pan-Asian, or any other food that exists. Not only is the food great in taste but every restaurant is built beautifully with a great interior and the perfect ambiance for a night out. There are also a lot of cafes that offer cakes and beverages. We have compiled a list of all the best places to eat in Islamabad along with their contact details and location as well as the most-recommended dishes. So, if you are from the twin cities or about to go for a vacation, make sure you try out these restaurants for an amazing dine-in experience.
BLT:
BLT is an amazing eatery with a beautiful ambiance and delicious food. The minimal and artistic interior and exterior of the restaurant will take you on a trip to Europe. The café has high ceilings with a white and black color theme and modern furniture along with a chic indoor dining space and greenery-filled outdoor dining space. The restaurant looks even more beautiful at night when the place is lit up with fairy lights. The place has some great cocktails and mojitos that you must try. The restaurant offers continental, Asian, Mediterranean, Italian, and a lot other variety of foods. The cold desserts are delicious too.
Recommendations:
Chicken Monte Carlo
Chimichuri Beef Steak
Lotus French Toast
Location: Gol Market, Street 8, F-7/3, Islamabad.
Contact: (051) 2610917
Burning Brownie:
If you live in the twin cities, there is no chance that you have not heard of Burning Brownie. The place is famous for its desserts and rightfully so. The café has a cute interior and exterior and offers a huge variety of desserts from cakes to brownies to pastries. The café also has bakery items that are homemade and taste delicious. The most popular item that the restaurant offers and is famous for is cheesecake. They also have grilled sandwiches that are a healthy alternative to regular food. The place also offers hot and cold beverages including the lip-smacking milkshakes that are loved by all.
Recommendations:
Cheesecake
Umer’s Cheesecake Milkshake
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Biscoff Pastry
Location: Beverly Centre, Shop #66 F6، 1 Nazim-ud-din Rd, F 6/1 Blue Area, Islamabad, Islamabad Capital, and 2 other locations.
Contact: (051) 2814300
Jason’s Steak House:
The most famous steakhouse in Islamabad located in the most popular Marriot Hotel is Jason’s Steak House. The restaurant offers high-class dining with American style, U.S.D.A Black Angus steaks and some other drool-worthy food. Their beef is imported and the cuts will have any meat lover drool. The ambiance is perfect for a family gathering or an outing with friends. They also have exclusive private dining rooms that you can book for special events. The restaurant has a formal dress code so be sure you go out in style.
Recommendations:
Filet Mignon
New York Strip Loin
Location: Marriot Hotel, Aga Khan Road, Shalimar 5, F-5, Islamabad.
Contact: +92 51-2826121 2330
Suki Sushi:
Suki Sushi is also one of the most popular restaurants in Islamabad that offer authentic Japanese, Chinese, and Korean food. If you are a sushi lover then you must visit this place at least once. However, the menu may look a bit confusing to people who are not sushi fans but the best choice you can make if you are not sure about what to order is to opt for the chef’s special. The environment and the ambiance are great for an exquisite dinner or a relaxing lunch. The place also offers delicious beverages and they also have a Sichuan hotpot on their menu. The overall customer service is great as well and the taste will have you going back for another visit.
Recommendations:
California Maki
Pad Thai Noodles
Spicy Tori Gomayaki
Location: F-10 Markaz, Sagheer Plaza, Islamabad
Contact: (051) 8441140
Butler’s Chocolate Café:
Butler’s Chocolate Café is known throughout the country for being the best chocolate cafe in Islamabad. The café has won more than 30 food industry awards and it was an Irish café originally which was bought in Pakistan by Habib Gheewala. The café offers a great variety of white and dark chocolates that will satisfy all your sweet tooth and sugar cravings. The restaurant also offers other desserts including cold desserts and beverages like milkshakes. It also has main course dishes that are delicious and well-made. The ambiance is very fresh and modern and you will love the interiors.
Recommendations:
Cream of Mushroom Soup
Butlers Signature Milkshake
Hot Chocolate Lava Cake
Location: 24 School Road, F-6 Markaz F 6 Markaz F-6, Islamabad,
Contact: (051) 8351099
These are some of the best restaurants and cafés in the capital that will soon become your go-to whenever you are craving delicious food or drool-worthy desserts. There are also some other restaurants that you must visit like Café Aylanto, Hot Spot Café, Dynasty Chinese, Sakura, Royal Elephant, and English Tea House. They offer a great variety of food and the customer service along with the chic and vibrant interiors will make you fall in love with them even more. We promise you will love these recommendations and the friendly citizen of Islamabad and the pleasant weather of the city will make your day. The next time you are in the city or planning for a night out, make sure you pay these eateries a visit to experience some amazing food along with an incredible experience.
