Pakwan Restaurant - Fremont
A cozy barn setting serving a unique blend of Pakistani & Indian cuisine. Known for flavorful tandoori, biryani, and hearty karahi.
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Pakwan Restaurant - Fremont
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Must-see attractions
A cozy barn setting serving a unique blend of Pakistani & Indian cuisine. Known for flavorful tandoori, biryani, and hearty karahi.
Avoid Peak Hours
Visit during off-peak times to avoid long waits, especially on weekends due to limited seating.
Self-Service Setup
It's a self-service restaurant, so be prepared to get your own water and find a seat.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Pakistani, Indian
Price
Mid-range
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Tandoori Perfection
Melt-in-your-mouth tandoori chicken and fish, marinated and cooked to juicy perfection with apt flavors and spices.
Flavorful Biryani
Savor rich, aromatic biryani featuring tender meats like mutton or chicken, seasoned with a delightful blend of spices.
Authentic Karahi & Kebabs
Experience the true taste of Pakistani and Indian cuisine with tender meats in rich karahi or perfectly spiced seekh kebabs.
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Avoid Peak Hours
Visit during off-peak times to avoid long waits, especially on weekends due to limited seating.
Self-Service Setup
It's a self-service restaurant, so be prepared to get your own water and find a seat.
Card Payment Policy
They do not accept American Express or Discover cards. Plan accordingly.
Chai is Now Priced
Chai is no longer complimentary; it is priced at $2 per cup.
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Avoid Peak Hours
Visit during off-peak times to avoid long waits, especially on weekends due to limited seating.
Self-Service Setup
It's a self-service restaurant, so be prepared to get your own water and find a seat.
Card Payment Policy
They do not accept American Express or Discover cards. Plan accordingly.
Chai is Now Priced
Chai is no longer complimentary; it is priced at $2 per cup.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Pakwan Restaurant is celebrated for its authentic and flavorful Pakistani and Indian cuisine, with tandoori dishes and biryani frequently highlighted as favorites. While the food quality is a consistent draw, some diners note concerns about ambiance, particularly noise levels, and occasionally mention issues with service or cleanliness. It's a popular spot, often busy, with a self-service model.
"Nice location with speedy service and very flavorful menu. Naan were super fresh, and prices were all reasonable. came here over the weekend and the place was packed but everything came out quick and super fresh."
Sophia Mumtaz
"We came to this restaurant for dinner and had a decent experience overall. The food has an Arabian-style touch—from biryani to appetizers and main courses. If you’re looking for tandoori or kebab-style dishes, this may not be the right fit. The ambience is nice, but be prepared for longer wait times on weekends due to limited seating. Also, they do not accept American Express or Discover cards, so plan accordingly. A good spot for a unique twist on familiar flavors!"
Hari Kanna
"Amazing food and atmosphere. Goat Curry is simply amazing - for the goat lovers out there. Chicken seeks kebabs are simply mouth watering 😋 as well, you get the flavors of different spices in each bite of kabab.
Goat/lamb is well cooked and has the perfect blend of spices and flavors in one dish.
The restaurant is self-serve, so depending on the person - that may or may not be a problem."
Rubal Deep
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Frequently Asked Questions
The restaurant is highly recommended for its tandoori dishes like chicken and fish tandoori, as well as its flavorful mutton biryani and seekh kebabs.
Yes, many families enjoy the food. However, be aware that it can get noisy and crowded, especially on weekends. It operates on a self-service basis.
Pakwan Restaurant does not accept American Express or Discover cards. It's advisable to check their current accepted payment methods.
Parking can fill up quickly during peak hours. It's recommended to arrive early or consider alternative transportation.
While the focus is on meat dishes, they do offer vegetarian options like Aloo Palak and Daal which have been positively reviewed.
Many dishes are noted as being spicy. If you prefer milder flavors, you may want to ask for recommendations or specify your preference.
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Featuring an old-school barn with patio seating area, Pakwan Restaurant is specialized in serving both traditional Indian and Pakistani dishes. Located on Fremont Boulevard, this restaurant is warm, cozy, and stylish and offers an array of dishes including appetizers, vegetarian delights, biryanis, and tandoori specialties among others. Make sure to order chicken makhanwala, seekh kabab wrap, and mutton biryani when you plan on dining here.
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Come enjoy the flavors of Pakistan and India at Pakwan Restaurant, a cozy spot in an old-school barn with patio seating. Treat yourself to well-cooked dishes like tandoori fish, chicken skewers, and tandoori chicken. Don’t forget to try the delicious marsala, milk tea, mango lassi, or refreshing lemon juice.
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Those who delight in spicy meats can try Pakwan, a 20-year-old Pakistani and Indian halal restaurant with a loyal fanbase who returns for its fluffy naan, tandoori chicken, seekh kebabs, and nihari with beef and lamb. Pakwan also has outposts in San Francisco and Hayward.
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41068 Fremont BlvdFremont, CA 94538(510) 226-6234 Visit Website See Menu Open in Google Maps. Khalid and Shahbaz, two partners, launched Pakwan in 1999 to fulfill their ambition of a typical Bay Area Pakistani Indian restaurant.
Pakwan in Fremont, CA - Zabihah
NR For 2nd time in the last three months I got bitterly sick after eating at Pakwan in Fremont. Both times I had the nihari and chicken korma. Posted on June 11, 2012
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