Al Markaz Restaurant

This is the place if you are a foodie who likes spicy food. Very oily, spicy, delicious, and generous Pakistani food. One of the best in DFW!

I can understand why Al Markaz is such a cornerstone of the Pakistani community in DFW. Located just across the street from the Hmart complex, AL Markaz offers arguably better quality and cheaper groceries than any other place in the area.The food in the food court is solid and felt like I was eating in someone's home. Here's a breakdown of what I got:- Mixed chaat: A mixed assortment of potatoes, tomatoes, yogurt, fried pita. There are probably other things in there that I don't know, but overall the taste is refreshing and has a bit of spice, sweetness, and savoriness. - Bihari kebab: Ground meat that's presented like an upside-down bowl. Very good seasoning. The consistency was a bit mushy for me but otherwise, taste was amazing.- Chicken tikka breast: A bit on the drier side and not as seasoned as the other items on the table.- Naan: This is 100% the best naan in town. I would come back just for this.Service was great! Workers came around often to see if we needed anything (e.g., utensils, napkins, plates).

I heard about this Pakistani Restaurant and thoght we would give it try. We went on a Sunday afternoon and it was pretty packed. We ordered the Breakfast Special with Halva, Chole and Puri. It was delicious. We also ordered Grilled Chicken Tikka and Seekh Kebab. Both had plenty of flavor. We had to try The Chicken Biryani and Mixed Vegetables. The atmosphere is a Whole in the Wall and it is attached to a neighboring Grocery Store. The service was prompt but there was a little wait since we went during a very busy time. The food was tasty. We will go again.

Stopped by for weekday lunch with a colleague.Ordered Achari Chicken, Palak Gosht and an extra naan.They were busy and packed, order took a little while but was served hot.Both the curries tasted delicious and naan's were soft as well!I haven't been to this place in few years, looks like they have renovated the place.

Definitely a place to try the meat dishes, vegetarian food is below par. Place could have better cleanliness. Would do a takeout but not dine in.

Great for lunch specials $12 for a nice portion, quick, fresh, and great service, the owner is very personable. Travis

This spot has been recommended to me by so many people and I've also seen it in a few TikToks and I finally checked it out. Inside of a fantastic quaint grocery store. The Dal Gosht was phenomenal. Such a flavorful sauce and tons of goat meat. It comes with a huge piece of naan and some veggies. You can also buy frozen entrees in the groceries store. I love it here and I will definitely come by again and try the brain masala.

Halwa Puri + Nihari It's a weekend specialty, Chole Masla, Halwa, Nihari, Puri and Naan! Perfect mix of flavors and textures, the portions are great and satisfying. It's a bit heavy on the oil but you're not eating this meal to stay fit, that's for sure! I highly recommend you get here before noon, that's when it gets busy!!!

Establishment is very dirty, including pretty disgusting restrooms. Had large black beetle bug in our food. Manager was pretty unconcerned and did not appear to be too surprised. Although I've gone there a few times in the past, I will likely not be returning.

I ordered from this place dec. 7th got a beef nihari and a chicken biryani. The biryani was good, was super disappointed with the beef nihari, they literally gave me only sauce no beef what so ever. This meal was not cheap at all. Please do better. It was a to go order and I wasn't going to drive back.