Best Restaurants in Lahore for First-Time Visitors
Lahore, a city rich in historical and cultural heritage, is also a paradise for food lovers. From simple and spicy foods to classic food on Food Street, hardly anyone in Lahore can find food they don’t like.
Lahore is known for delicious, mouth-watering food and a never-ending variety of dishes on offer. Over the past few years, the trend of eating out has grown in the city and in view of this, we are providing you a list of the top five restaurants in Lahore that you should try.
1. Cosa Nostra
Cosa Nostra is one of the finest place to be going out for fun lunches, and a good catch up with friends after a while! Almost everyone living in Lahore has been to Cosa Nostra several times and is well acquainted with their menu.
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Its always a pleasure to dine here and enjoy your company with the warm, cozy and welcoming ambience they offer and yes – the delicious food as well! If your taste buds are craving for some real Italian cuisine, so order your heart away!
Salads, pasta, pizza, burgers, paninis – you’ll get everything here. Currently, Cosa Nostra has four branches in Lahore – two each in Gulberg and DHA.
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2. Gai’a
Gai’a Restaurant Lahore is a fine dining restaurant serving modern Japanese cuisine which delivers authentic flavors blended with a creative twist. With ingredients carefully selected to ensure highest quality and plated to please the eye – the restaurant pleases it’s guests with a memorable dining experience in a fun, vibrant and sophisticated environment.
This restaurant is located in DHA Phase 5, Lahore and if you are near this area then you must have to give a try to this Japanese restaurant.
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3. Café Aylanto
Located in the heart of Lahore, MM Alam Road and known for its beautiful outdoor courtyard, Café Aylanto is a contemporary continental restaurant that you must visit at least once in your lifetime.
Serving a selection of wholesome dishes inspired by the Italian and Mediterranean regions, this restaurant also offers other iconic western cuisines. If you ever get a chance to visit this restaurant, don’t forget to order their Moroccan Chicken, BBQ grill and the Sole Mediterranean.
They also offer one of the best beef steaks in Lahore, however, their Cream of Mushroom soup also steals the show. This people’s favorite restaurant has another branch in Lahore that is located in DHA Phase 3.
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4. Spice Bazaar
Enough with the Japanese, Italian and Mediterranean cuisines – let’s talk a little about our desi food. When it comes to desi food, Spice Bazaar, undoubtedly, tops the list.
With two branches – in Gulberg and DHA – this beautifully built restaurant offers you Pakistani Cuisine with a burst of our very own unique spices! From Malai Boti, Mutton Chops and Chicken Handi, to their parathas and freshly made naans, you can quench your thirst for amazing desi food here!
5. Andaaz
Andaaz Restaurant is located at one of the most beautiful locations in Lahore – the famous Food Street which is a home to many traditional restaurants. If you are visiting Lahore, you must visit Andaaz Restaurant.
A great dining experience combined with the beautiful view of the majestic Badshahi Masjid of Lahore highlights this light. So you can dine in here on their rooftop while enjoying the views of the Mosque and the famous Walled City of Lahore.
Visiting these restaurants in Lahore is a worthwhile experience. The love and hard work that Lahoris have put into their food is a reflection of their emotional value. These restaurants are a symbol of heritage and history in Pakistan where their passion for food has been passed down through the generations.
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