Islamabadโs food scene is booming in 2025. New eateries bring fresh themes, bold flavours, and lively atmospheres. Youโll now find everything from caveโstyle dineโins to authentic Turkish and Greekโfusion kitchens. Longโtime favourites still hold their own, joining the newcomers in offering variety and quality. Together, they make Islamabad a top food destination this year.
TLTย
TLT Restaurant opened in mid-2025 and serves high-quality desi food. People say they have never tasted better pakora or handi than what TLT serves. The venue is beautiful and perfect for a night out with your friends and family. But it gets filled early, so don’t be late.
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Ottoman Kitchen
A Turkish-themed restaurant opened downtown in midโ2024. It serves kebabs, lahmacun, and baklava, and possibly the best Turkish food experience you can have. From their over-the-top ambience to food that tastes heavenly, this spot is a must-try for people who love authentic Turkish food.
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Caffรฉ Prahaย
One Karachi favourite took root in Nabila Haroon Ground, and now it’s available in Islamabad. From Croissants, speciality coffee to their mouth-watering lunch menus like their famous cannoli, truffle fries and sliders, Praha has got both the vibes and the food!
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Cave Diner
If you are a fan of archaeology or just want to try something unique, Cave Diner is the place to be in Islamabad. The edgy dรฉcor and the underground atmosphere are unlike anything you would find in the entire city. On top of the atmosphere, servers also don rough uniforms, adding to the look and feel of the place.
Cave Dinerโs menu features a diverse range of cuisines, from Continental and American to Italian and Asian. Their specialities include exquisite steaks, signature burgers, seafood, pasta, grilled chicken, and hearty mixed grill platters.
Xander’s
Xander’s has long been famous in Karachi for multiple reasons, be it the Babar’s Pasta or their freshly baked pizzas. Now that Xander’s is in Islamabad, the city’s people can check what all the hype is about.
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Why These Succeed
- Edgy themes propel social shares.
- Fusion menus thrill adventurous eaters.
- Genuine ethnic places complete market niches (Turkish, Greek).
- This mix satisfies Islamabad’s increasing appetite for both nostalgia and novelty.
Tips to Visit
- Book ahead on weekends.
- Experiment with themed nights for optimal experience.
- Fans of buffets should head between 7โ9โฏpm.
- Request staff members for chef’s specials; they shift quickly.
Islamabad’s 2025 culinary landscape combines taste and panache. From cave walls to Aegean waves, restaurants surprise you every day. Desi soul food or international fusion, the city has it all.
Grab a plate, take a photo, and dig in.
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