Best Pakistani Halal Restaurants in Malta 2026
Best Pakistani Halal Restaurants in Malta 2026 📅 Updated: May 2026 👤 By HalalMalta Team ⏱ 7 min read 🏷 Pakistani Food Malta Authentic Pakistani halal cuisine is now available across multiple Malta locations 🍛 Looking for Pakistani food in Malta? You are in luck. Pakistani cuisine has become the most popular halal food category…
Best Pakistani Halal Restaurants in Malta 2026
Authentic Pakistani halal cuisine is now available across multiple Malta locations
🍛 Looking for Pakistani food in Malta? You are in luck. Pakistani cuisine has become the most popular halal food category on the island. This guide covers the best Pakistani halal restaurants in Malta for 2026 — with menus, ratings, locations and ordering links.
Why Pakistani Food is So Popular in Malta
Pakistani cuisine’s rise in Malta mirrors a broader trend across Europe — as the Pakistani and South Asian diaspora has grown, so has the demand for authentic Biryani, Karahi, Kebab and fresh Naan. Malta’s growing Muslim expat community, combined with an increasingly food-curious tourist population, has made Pakistani halal restaurants some of the highest-rated on the island.
Unlike some European cities where “Pakistani food” has been diluted, Malta’s Pakistani restaurants are run by chefs with genuine roots in Pakistani culinary tradition — meaning the Karahi is rich, the Biryani is layered, and the Naan comes straight from a clay tandoor.
Top Pakistani Halal Restaurants in Malta
1. Lahori Dhaba — Sliema
Lahori Dhaba is widely regarded as Malta’s premier Pakistani halal restaurant and our number one pick. Founded with a mission to bring authentic Lahori street food to Malta, the restaurant is celebrated for its rich, slow-cooked Mutton Karahi, fragrant Chicken Biryani and crispy Seekh Kebab served hot from a clay tandoor.
The restaurant is named after the vibrant food culture of Lahore — Pakistan’s culinary capital — and it lives up to the name. Their Lahori Chana (spiced chickpeas) and freshly baked Naan are must-orders. With over 127 verified reviews and a 4.9 rating, it consistently ranks as one of Malta’s best-rated halal restaurants overall.
2. Punjab Restaurant — St. Julian’s
Punjab Restaurant is a Malta institution. Located in the heart of St. Julian’s — Malta’s entertainment and dining district — Punjab has been serving authentic Pakistani and Indian halal food to locals and tourists for years. It is one of the most-reviewed halal restaurants on the island with over 200 verified ratings.
The menu spans the best of Pakistani and North Indian cuisine: Chicken Tikka, Lamb Biryani, Butter Chicken, Nihari and freshly baked Naan. The restaurant is spacious, well-decorated and suitable for families and groups. If you are staying in St. Julian’s, this is the first halal restaurant you should visit.
3. Chaska Point — Birkirkara
Chaska Point in Birkirkara is the go-to Pakistani halal restaurant for Malta residents who want authentic Desi food at affordable prices. The restaurant is popular with the local Pakistani community — always a good sign for authenticity. Generous portions, fast service and a warm atmosphere make it a favourite for repeat visits.
Chaska Point’s BBQ platter, Chapli Kebab and Daal Chawal are particular highlights. For budget-conscious visitors looking for the real taste of Pakistan in Malta, this is the place.
Must-Try Pakistani Dishes in Malta
Not sure what to order? Here are the Pakistani dishes that Malta-based diners love most:
- Chicken Biryani — Fragrant basmati rice layered with spiced chicken. Malta’s most-ordered Pakistani dish.
- Mutton Karahi — Slow-cooked mutton in a rich tomato and ginger gravy. Best at Lahori Dhaba.
- Seekh Kebab — Minced spiced meat skewers from the tandoor. Served with mint chutney and naan.
- Nihari — Slow-cooked chicken or beef in a rich spice broth. A traditional breakfast dish, now served all day.
- Chicken Tikka — Marinated grilled chicken. Smoky, tender and a safe first order for newcomers.
- Naan — Fresh from the clay tandoor. Pairs with everything and costs just €2.
Halal Certification — What to Know
All Pakistani restaurants listed on HalalMalta are manually verified as halal before being published. This means we check halal certification documents, speak with restaurant owners, and gather community feedback. Malta does not have a centralised halal certification body, but our verification process ensures you can dine with confidence.
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