Khyber Shinwari

Founded in the 1990s by a member of the Shinwari tribe, the restaurant later came under Feroz Shah around 2009. Initially built to champion traditional Pashtun cooking, Khyber Shinwari has grown into a multi-branch network in Islamabad, with key outlets in G‑10/1 and G‑9/4. Its leadership steered growth during the CPEC-driven influx of Afghan and Chinese residents, broadening their customer base beyond Pashtun ethnicities.

Specialties: Shinwari Lamb Karahi, Chapli Kabab & Dumba Delights

Their signature Shinwari Mutton Karahi—spiced tender lamb cooked on charcoal—is a standout. The menu includes Shinwari chicken variants, chapli kabab, seekh kabab, kebab platters, Kabuli pulao, rosh, handi dishes, and garlic naan. The chapli kabab with bone-marrow inclusion is renowned among foodie circles.

Achievements: Strong Local Honors & Desi Dining Culture Mainstay

• Frequent pick in Reddit threads as top venue for Shinwari karahi and beef seekh kabab in Islamabad’s food scene
• Appears among the oldest surviving restaurants in Islamabad listings, alongside Haleem Ghar and Kim Mun
• Consistently praised for hearty flavor, affordable pricing and robust portion sizes on blogs and review platforms

No formal franchise system exists. Branches appear to be managed by founder’s family or business associates—suggesting an internal multi‑unit expansion strategy rather than franchising.