A Bahadurabad BBQ institution since 1984 — known for Dhaga Kebab, Chicken Malai Boti, and Chatak Boti, with family and rooftop seating on Alamgir Road.
On Alamgir Road in Bahadurabad, opposite Alamgir Masjid, Zameer Ansari BBQ & Grill has been serving traditional Pakistani BBQ since 1984 — making it one of the longest-standing names among restaurants in Bahadurabad. The menu stays focused on what it does best: kebabs, boti, and grilled meats, rather than chasing a broad multi-cuisine format.
It draws a mix of families, groups of friends, and university students, split across a family-oriented section on the main level and rooftop seating for larger groups. The atmosphere is casual and often busy, especially in the evenings — this is a restaurant built around food and volume rather than polished ambience.
With a 4.1/5 rating from over 4,400 reviews, Zameer Ansari has one of the more substantial review bases among Bahadurabad restaurants, and continues to come up regularly in local Karachi food discussions as a go-to BBQ recommendation.
• Dhaga Kebab (must-try)
• Chicken Malai Boti (must-try)
• Chatak Boti (must-try)
• Beef Dhaga Kebab
• Reshmi Kebab
• Bihari Seekh Kebab
• Beef Behari Boti
• Chicken Tikka
• Beef Fry
• Noratan Kabab
• Signature Rolls (soft flatbread with grilled fillings)
• Qeema Naan
• Nihari
• Korma
• Daal
• Kheeri
Zameer Ansari is best enjoyed in the evening, when the BBQ is in full swing — though this is also when it gets busiest, especially after 8 PM. If you'd rather avoid the rush and potential seating delays, an earlier evening visit is worth considering.
For larger groups, the rooftop section is a good option, while families tend to sit on the main level. Given mixed reports on service speed during peak hours, allowing extra time is a reasonable expectation.
Zameer Ansari BBQ & Grill has earned its place as one of Bahadurabad's most recognizable BBQ spots by staying focused on what it does well — kebabs, boti, and grilled meats — for over four decades. The Dhaga Kebab, Chicken Malai Boti, and Chatak Boti are consistently the dishes people come back for.
It's not a polished, upscale dining experience — seating can be tight and service can slow down during busy periods — but the food, value, and long-standing local reputation make it a strong pick for anyone wanting traditional Pakistani BBQ in Bahadurabad. Best approached as a casual, food-first destination rather than a place for a quiet, formal dinner.
On Alamgir Road, Bahadur Yar Jang CHS, Bahadurabad, Karachi — opposite Alamgir Masjid.
The restaurant traces its history to 1984, making it one of Bahadurabad's longest-running BBQ spots.
Dhaga Kebab, Chicken Malai Boti, and Chatak Boti are the most frequently recommended, alongside Reshmi Kebab and Beef Behari Boti.
Yes, rooftop dining is available for groups, with family seating on the main level.
Yes, dine-in, takeaway, and delivery are all available.
🗓️ Last updated: August 2026
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