Lakshmi Chowk Kabob & Karahi
Lakshmi Chowk Kabob & Karahi, located at 21770 Beaumeade Cir STE 110, Ashburn, VA 20147, offers a delightful escape into authentic Pakistani cuisine. Known for its rich and flavorful dishes, this restaurant stands out by offering a menu that is distinct from other Middle Eastern eateries. With a focus on Pakistani flavors, the restaurant serves traditional meals that are full of depth, ensuring a unique dining experience compared to typical Iranian or Afghan kabob joints.
One of the restaurant's specialties is its Shami Kabob, a beloved Pakistani street food. Made from chickpea flour and minced meat (chicken in this case), it’s often served as a burger on the streets of Pakistan. While the version at Lakshmi Chowk may not be overwhelmingly spicy, it still offers a satisfying taste of authentic spices. Another must-try dish is the Samosa Chaat, where the choley (or channa) stands out for its rich and flavorful preparation. Though the samosa chaat has received mixed reviews, it still remains a solid choice for anyone looking to explore Pakistani street food.
For those in search of hearty, flavorful curries, Lakshmi Chowk does not disappoint. The Karahi dishes are a favorite, with diners having the option to choose their preferred spice level. The restaurant’s naan is particularly noteworthy, perfectly light with a fragrance that will tantalize your senses. The ambience of the restaurant is comfortable, with courteous service, though it’s clear that the restaurant could benefit from more staff during busy periods. Despite this, the overall experience is still highly regarded.
Lakshmi Chowk has established itself as a go-to spot for those craving authentic Pakistani cuisine in the area, consistently delivering high-quality dishes since its opening. From its delicious kabobs to its rich curries and fresh naan, the restaurant promises a flavorful journey into the heart of Pakistani food culture. Whether you're a long-time lover of Pakistani cuisine or new to the flavors, Lakshmi Chowk is a must-visit for anyone in the Ashburn area.
Lakshmi Chowk Kabob & Karahi Reviews
Courteous service and good karahi dishes - select your spice level. Comfort seating and good ambiance.
This has been my goto restaurant for Authentic Pakistani cuisine since it started. it has consistently been Top of its game. Everything is great but the Halwa Puri is probably the best in the area.
Yeah I heard a lot about the good cry so we decided to order it it was on the expensive side but the quantity was good and justify the price. In my opinion definitely was not the best goat curry of hide and maybe my expectations were too high but it was not bad at all, just not crave worthy. Chicken biryani on the other hand was pretty good and I enjoyed that it was a bone in
Ambience & Service: This is their second location in the DMV area and I must say the ambience is a huge upgrade compared to their Arlington location. This location has fine dining with spacious seating, perfect for small and large families. Very friendly and accommodating people. Food: I am writing this review after several visits to this restaurant. Their bone in chicken tikka is the yummiest in the area. Same can be said about the chicken karahi and garlic naan. Goat karahi, I would say is a hit or miss. Also, the side of chole has a very unique taste.
I love Pakistani food (which is NOT the same as Indian (tho similar), nor the same as all the "kabob" joints you see in every plaza, those are mostly Iranian, Persian, Afghan, etc... definitely NOTHING WITH FLAVOR!!)... The depth of flavors, richness of ht ePakistani menu and way they prepare dishes is just different and much better than anything else in tne Middle East. I great up going to Pakistan often and have eaten amazing dishes made by amazing cooks, so I'm I've got a great base to compare what I eat in the US to. Allll that being said - This place is pretty good! I only tried two things; shami kabob and samosa chaat. I was incredibly happy to see a menu with shami kabob on it, as this is NOT normally on menus in the US. It's part of one of my favorite Pakistani "street foods" which they literally sell at street vendors and put on bread and call a burger. It's chick pea flour and a minced meat, in this case it was chicken. It typically has loads of amazing spices and great heat too. In this case, it was on the not-so-spicy side, but was still good. Their samosa chaat was decent... I've had better, but the choley (or channa) in it was really good. I did notice the food being delivered to other diners in the restaurant and it looked and smelled great. If I came back, I'd definitely try their curry, perhaps Karahi and definitely their naan, as the naan looked perfectly light, yet smelled amazing. Service was just "ok" though... there was only one person working the dining room and they were really busy. I will definitely say, if you're in the mood for a great curry, kabob, Middle Eastern, etc experience - Try this place.