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Let’s start with the name. Anarkali is the Urdu word for pomegranate blossom. It is also the name of a dancing girl, the lover of Prince Salim. She was Akbar’s favorite dancing girl and there is a tomb of her in Lahore, Pakistan. More importantly (for me) it is the name of one of my favorite places on the planet, Anarkali Bazaar, in Lahore. I spent endless hours there in my youth. If I could transplant myself for one day right now, it would be Anarkali Bazaar. The food of Lahore is unique. Yes, it is Punjabi, but with it’s own flare. The owner and the chef are both from Lahore and when they heard that I had lived there, they lit up. First the kabob. It was the best I have had for a long time. The goat curry, tadka dal and chicken vindaloo were perfect. The naans and tandoori rotis were just the way I love them. When I look at an Indian menu to compare cost and value, I usually look first to see how much they charge for the breads. Most places charge $2.00 to $2.50 for a plain naan or tandoori roti. (Most places don't even make tandoori roti any more.) It bugs me that they charge that much unless it’s a very fancy place with high overhead. Anarkali breads (plain but buttered) $1.00! And…perfectly cooked just soft on the edge but slightly charred. I’ve been to nearly every Indian/Pakistani restaurant in the bay area and this is my new favorite.

Food is very good and people are friendly.have plenty of space complimentary tea. Rate is reasonable. We enjoyed the food.

I know my Indian food. I don't go anywhere else since I found this place few years back. The food is close to 100% authentic Pakistani cuisine. The owner is a very honest person, who makes sure the food is prepared in clean kitchen, fresh ingredients and the customers are served politely.

One of the best Food in Bay Area and very Good service what I like about this place is very clean and Halal food Indian restaurant. I love to go there again to eat and I highly recommend to all my friends.

I LOVE this restaurant! The good is delicious, and I even ask them to make it extra spicy for me. The owner/manager recognizes us every time we come and he knows my order without me saying a word. Service is great! Very friendly. This week as a little slower than usual, but it was also busier than usual. And prices are reasonable.

This is my go-to for Pakistani food in Walnut Creek. They make aloo palak, rather than palak paneer, which isn't super common. And it's AMAZING. All their kabobs and tandoori chicken, etc, are pretty good. It's consistent and reliable and I consequently order regularly!

Anarkali is an authentic Halal Pakistani & Indian cuisine. Very helping & carefully listen ur Order. Try it u will come again & again. Awesome 👏 Anarkali

This restaurant is by the far the best Pakistani delicious food in the bay area city. I recommend this restaurant for all new people in concord area. Don’t miss out on this beautiful and delicious food restaurant. Highly rated and they got best halal food.

Food is so fresh and flavorful! Definitely has a spicy kick to it so if you can't handle some spice I'd stay away. Not the biggest fan of spicy food myself but the food was so delicious I couldn't help but go back for another bite! Portion sizes were pretty big as well! We ordered a bit too much but hey that just means more food for later 😍

Here the flavor and quality are both very good. This family provides exotic dishes with a spice blend which is different from the chain Indian take-out down the street. The prices are very reasonable. We had the lamb kabob and the lamb curry. Another had the Chicken Saffrani Biryani. All were moderately spicy, not over the top. We also had the mango lassi which is also a tasty, refreshing mango-yoghurt drink. I reccomend Anarkali to everyone who enjoys Pakistani/Indian food.

Love, love, love this place! My family orders or goes here anytime we are craving Indian. The food is delicious and reasonably priced. It’s seriously a hidden gem. My only critique would be is they need to maintain the cleanliness of the front of house a little bit better. I’ve noticed dirty tables lingering a bit longer than they should. Other than that- fantastic.

🌟 Anarkali – A Culinary Jewel of Indian & Pakistani Halal Cuisine! 🌟 If you haven’t been to Anarkali, you’re seriously missing out on one of the most vibrant, flavor-packed, and soul-satisfying culinary experiences in town! Nestled in a cozy yet lively corner, Anarkali isn't just a restaurant — it's a celebration of culture, flavor, and warmth. From the moment you walk through the doors, you're greeted not only by the mouthwatering aroma of spices wafting from the kitchen but also by the genuinely welcoming vibe of the staff and owners. Let me tell you — the owners here aren’t just managers. They are rockstar hosts who treat every guest like family. Their passion radiates through the entire space, and their commitment to excellence is evident in every dish served. Now let’s talk food — because WOW. 🤯 Anarkali delivers a flavor explosion with every bite. Whether you're a fan of rich, buttery Chicken Karahi, aromatic Lamb Biryani, or the melt-in-your-mouth Seekh Kebabs — everything is crafted to perfection using authentic spices, fresh ingredients, and love. And don't even get me started on the naan — pillowy, crispy-edged, and the perfect companion to every curry. And vegetarians — don’t worry! The Paneer Tikka Masala and Chana Masala are equally mind-blowing. Balanced, bold, and bursting with flavor. What makes Anarkali stand out is the way it combines the bold, traditional tastes of Indian and Pakistani cuisine with an ambiance that’s super cool, modern, and inclusive. It’s the kind of place you want to come back to — whether you’re grabbing a quick bite, celebrating a family event, or just chilling with friends. 💥 The Vibe? Off the Charts! 💥
The music, the décor, the friendly energy of the staff — everything here is just so positive. It’s hard not to smile when you’re surrounded by great people, great service, and food that makes your tastebuds dance. And here's the best part — it's all 100% Halal and made with integrity, respect for tradition, and a whole lot of heart. 🔥 Bottom line? Anarkali is a MUST-VISIT.
✨ Delicious.
✨ Exquisite.
✨ Authentic.
✨ Full of heart. Whether you’re a foodie, a culture lover, or just someone looking for a great meal in an awesome environment — Anarkali delivers, every single time. 👉 LIKE this review if you’re hungry already!
👉 COMMENT your favorite dish or your experience at Anarkali!
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I am very thankful to Anarkali Halal Restaurant who served me Nihari and Bhindi Masala in aromatic spices. Awesome 👏 See you again bye 👋😊👌

Words cannot capture the rich flavors of the food here. We keep coming back for the paneer and keema stuffed naan which is by far one of the most addicting breads we've had. The chicken Tikka Tandoori was juicy and perfect. Always looking forward to our next visit!

BEST Indian food in the area. The naan bread and tikka masala are a few of our favorites. We can probably have this 3x a week and not get tired of it. The servings are generous and the food is delicious.

This has become our new favorite Indian place. The food is wonderful. Especially the goat curry and Vegetable biryani. The staff is friendly and the seating is plenty. They havr two, no frills, dining rooms. They do not bring your drinks except for the delicious mango lassi. There's a refrigerator at the front, where you order. It has sodas and water carafes so you can serve yourself. There, you will also find plates and silverware and glasses. They do bring your food though. This seems like a minor thing considering the quality of the food. The dining room is clean and there's a large TV to watch music videos. Other than that its pretty plsin. But you do not come here for the ambience. There's plenty of parking. And the restaurant is hilal. Also the cost is low so be sure to order a variety so you have something to take home for lunch the next day!!

A Halal restaurant with good atmosphere and delicious food. As well their prices very affordable and really large portions 😍👍🏻Highly recommend chicken tikka masala and plain naan!

Food and prices are unbelievable, soooooo goooood. Quality food. Also lunch specials are so well priced and are very filling. New place but hope it doesn't get over crowded

Amazing dishes. Loved everything we ordered. Tandoori Lamb chop was just mouthwatering ( they use New Zealand Lamb). The price is reasonable. Ton of seating. Highly recommended.

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🌟 Anarkali – A Culinary Jewel of Indian & Pakistani Halal Cuisine! 🌟 If you haven’t been to Anarkali, you’re seriously missing out on one of the most vibrant, flavor-packed, and soul-satisfying culinary experiences in town! Nestled in a cozy yet lively corner, Anarkali isn't just a restaurant — it's a celebration of culture, flavor, and warmth. From the moment you walk through the doors, you're greeted not only by the mouthwatering aroma of spices wafting from the kitchen but also by the genuinely welcoming vibe of the staff and owners. Let me tell you — the owners here aren’t just managers. They are rockstar hosts who treat every guest like family. Their passion radiates through the entire space, and their commitment to excellence is evident in every dish served. Now let’s talk food — because WOW. 🤯 Anarkali delivers a flavor explosion with every bite. Whether you're a fan of rich, buttery Chicken Karahi, aromatic Lamb Biryani, or the melt-in-your-mouth Seekh Kebabs — everything is crafted to perfection using authentic spices, fresh ingredients, and love. And don't even get me started on the naan — pillowy, crispy-edged, and the perfect companion to every curry. And vegetarians — don’t worry! The Paneer Tikka Masala and Chana Masala are equally mind-blowing. Balanced, bold, and bursting with flavor. What makes Anarkali stand out is the way it combines the bold, traditional tastes of Indian and Pakistani cuisine with an ambiance that’s super cool, modern, and inclusive. It’s the kind of place you want to come back to — whether you’re grabbing a quick bite, celebrating a family event, or just chilling with friends. 💥 The Vibe? Off the Charts! 💥
The music, the décor, the friendly energy of the staff — everything here is just so positive. It’s hard not to smile when you’re surrounded by great people, great service, and food that makes your tastebuds dance. And here's the best part — it's all 100% Halal and made with integrity, respect for tradition, and a whole lot of heart. 🔥 Bottom line? Anarkali is a MUST-VISIT.
✨ Delicious.
✨ Exquisite.
✨ Authentic.
✨ Full of heart. Whether you’re a foodie, a culture lover, or just someone looking for a great meal in an awesome environment — Anarkali delivers, every single time. 👉 LIKE this review if you’re hungry already!
👉 COMMENT your favorite dish or your experience at Anarkali!
👉 SHARE this with someone who needs to taste REAL flavor!
👉 SUBSCRIBE to good vibes and even better food — by making Anarkali your new go-to! Let’s support local gems like Anarkali and spread the word. Trust me — once you eat here, you’ll be hooked for life. 💯

Syed Nusrat Shah

I am very thankful to Anarkali Halal Restaurant who served me Nihari and Bhindi Masala in aromatic spices. Awesome 👏 See you again bye 👋😊👌

Miriam Cervantes

Words cannot capture the rich flavors of the food here. We keep coming back for the paneer and keema stuffed naan which is by far one of the most addicting breads we've had. The chicken Tikka Tandoori was juicy and perfect. Always looking forward to our next visit!

Donna Cunanan

BEST Indian food in the area. The naan bread and tikka masala are a few of our favorites. We can probably have this 3x a week and not get tired of it. The servings are generous and the food is delicious.

Cat Owens

This has become our new favorite Indian place. The food is wonderful. Especially the goat curry and Vegetable biryani. The staff is friendly and the seating is plenty. They havr two, no frills, dining rooms. They do not bring your drinks except for the delicious mango lassi. There's a refrigerator at the front, where you order. It has sodas and water carafes so you can serve yourself. There, you will also find plates and silverware and glasses. They do bring your food though. This seems like a minor thing considering the quality of the food. The dining room is clean and there's a large TV to watch music videos. Other than that its pretty plsin. But you do not come here for the ambience. There's plenty of parking. And the restaurant is hilal. Also the cost is low so be sure to order a variety so you have something to take home for lunch the next day!!

Bella Westly Bella Westly

A Halal restaurant with good atmosphere and delicious food. As well their prices very affordable and really large portions 😍👍🏻Highly recommend chicken tikka masala and plain naan!

Freddy Hernandez

Food and prices are unbelievable, soooooo goooood. Quality food. Also lunch specials are so well priced and are very filling. New place but hope it doesn't get over crowded

Rahul Sharma

Amazing dishes. Loved everything we ordered. Tandoori Lamb chop was just mouthwatering ( they use New Zealand Lamb). The price is reasonable. Ton of seating. Highly recommended.

We had a wonderful experience at Anarkali! Our party of 10 arrived after 9:00 PM, and they graciously accommodated us without hesitation. The service was warm and welcoming, and the food was delicious -- fresh, hot, and full of flavor. Every dish was thoroughly enjoyed, and we truly appreciated the hospitality so late in the evening. Thank you to the staff and kitchen for making our night so delightful. Highly recommended!

We're here almost every week. The masala dishes are great. The tandoori machlee is delicious. Service doesn't disappoint, always helpful and friendly.

I got surprised about the food.very delicious. Bryani plate was very good.the meat amount is good for one person In general 10/10

Love this place. The owners and staff are welcoming and kind. The prices are great for the quality of the food. It’s not a “fancy” place but clean, spacious and plenty of parking. If you enjoy authentic food, pay them a visit.

Lashini McDonald

Love this place. The owners and staff are welcoming and kind. The prices are great for the quality of the food. It’s not a “fancy” place but clean, spacious and plenty of parking. If you enjoy authentic food, pay them a visit.

Maxwell Coleburn

I got surprised about the food.very delicious. Bryani plate was very good.the meat amount is good for one person In general 10/10

Irene K

We're here almost every week. The masala dishes are great. The tandoori machlee is delicious. Service doesn't disappoint, always helpful and friendly.

Massy M

We had a wonderful experience at Anarkali! Our party of 10 arrived after 9:00 PM, and they graciously accommodated us without hesitation. The service was warm and welcoming, and the food was delicious -- fresh, hot, and full of flavor. Every dish was thoroughly enjoyed, and we truly appreciated the hospitality so late in the evening. Thank you to the staff and kitchen for making our night so delightful. Highly recommended!

Ordered karai gosht: Pros: Meat pieces were actual meat pieces, not fat or bone. Nan was nice and hot and fresh. Cons: Seems the meat was pre-boiled and the curry was put together by mixing a tomato base and some spices, so it lacked the taste you get at home. Also ordered samosa chat later. Pros: The samosas were ok tasting. I had to use provided sauce to make them taste better though. Cons: The accompanying chick peas are not chat! They were simply curried chick peas. Chat is supposed to be yogurt based with an onion tomato garnish. Mango lassi. Give this a miss. It's too watery and no way can be classified as mango lassi. Suggested recipe: Get a tin of mango pulp, put in blender. Put in natural yogurt, around 50-50 of both ingredients. Blend. That's what I call mango lassi.

The food was good, especially the butter checkin, nan, and rice. The Baryiani was just normal. Note that the service is self-service

Food was great. Very affordable price. We were a group of 10 ppl and they accommodate us. There’s a room next to the main sitting area where we were able to pay namaz. I think it’s a great stop for some good Pakistani food at a very affordable price. Will definitely will stop by again

For the price you can't beat it can't complain at all whatsoever. It gives like a Shalimar restaurant / Bismillah in Fremont California taste. It's self-serve just like those two restaurants I mentioned. It's clean very clean. Chicken tikka masala is a bit sweet not my cup of tea. Everything else was perfect. It's a must try if you're in the area.

Dinner out on a beautiful evening, new place for me Anarkali - I will be back! Garlic Naan, Chicken Tikka Massala, Tandoori Chicken Breast, Lamb Chops & Prawns and Paneer Tikka with a side of Basmati Rice. All shared with my fellow foodie, Michelle. This little place is a hidden gem tucked behind the Park and Shop center, off to the side of the Dollar Store. Just a few tables outside and they seem to have pretty good take out traffic. Good good at reasonable prices. @anarkaliconcord #pakistani #halal #indianfood

Best Pakistani and Indian restaurant in the Bay Area in terms of prices, portions, and flavor especially the chicken tandoori and biryani. Bring your apetite when you come here - you'll enjoy the food.

The chicken Karachi was ok. Biryani was good. Naans were fresh. Tea was very good. Please paint the toilet door.

Rae Zachary

Dinner out on a beautiful evening, new place for me Anarkali - I will be back! Garlic Naan, Chicken Tikka Massala, Tandoori Chicken Breast, Lamb Chops & Prawns and Paneer Tikka with a side of Basmati Rice. All shared with my fellow foodie, Michelle. This little place is a hidden gem tucked behind the Park and Shop center, off to the side of the Dollar Store. Just a few tables outside and they seem to have pretty good take out traffic. Good good at reasonable prices. @anarkaliconcord #pakistani #halal #indianfood

Jaszy Curious

Best Pakistani and Indian restaurant in the Bay Area in terms of prices, portions, and flavor especially the chicken tandoori and biryani. Bring your apetite when you come here - you'll enjoy the food.

Sara Chaudhery

The chicken Karachi was ok. Biryani was good. Naans were fresh. Tea was very good. Please paint the toilet door.

The food was alright 👍🏽. But the place was something else. If you want the REAL Indian/Pakistani experience. Don’t come here. But still the food was pretty good and I recommend coming here if you don’t care about the atmosphere and how the place looks. (THIS IS A SELF SERVICE RESTAURANT) *you have to bring plates, utensils, drinks, glasses, napkins, straw, etc to your table, (but food will be served to your table)

We ordered the following: Kadhai chicken: 4 stars, good spice level and taste Fish curry: 3 stars, average taste Naans: 5 stars, very soft Chicken tandoori: 3 stars, negligible spices

Arshad Khan

We ordered the following: Kadhai chicken: 4 stars, good spice level and taste Fish curry: 3 stars, average taste Naans: 5 stars, very soft Chicken tandoori: 3 stars, negligible spices

Abhay Deol

The food was alright 👍🏽. But the place was something else. If you want the REAL Indian/Pakistani experience. Don’t come here. But still the food was pretty good and I recommend coming here if you don’t care about the atmosphere and how the place looks. (THIS IS A SELF SERVICE RESTAURANT) *you have to bring plates, utensils, drinks, glasses, napkins, straw, etc to your table, (but food will be served to your table)

Pros: the food is really good & fresh. Portions are reasonable. Great variety. Quick service. Amazing prices! Best item : fish tandoori. Cons: heavy use of food color. Self service of plates, glasses, cutlery, water jugs, etc. Slow cleanup service. No one comes to your table to take orders ; you have to go up to the desk. Atmosphere is super-casual. Location could be better (right opposite a dollar store)

Shuba Banerjee

Pros: the food is really good & fresh. Portions are reasonable. Great variety. Quick service. Amazing prices! Best item : fish tandoori. Cons: heavy use of food color. Self service of plates, glasses, cutlery, water jugs, etc. Slow cleanup service. No one comes to your table to take orders ; you have to go up to the desk. Atmosphere is super-casual. Location could be better (right opposite a dollar store)

I order a lamb biriyani but the meet is beef. There is no bones and no tastes of lamb. Ambiance is good hence giving 2 rating.

Food is ok but I’ve had better experiences around this area. The most annoying thing is how owner and some staff studying each customer specially if you are from Eastern ethnics

The only good thing about this restaurant is parking. The food and employees are disgusting, the guy in cashier was so rude and unprofessional, I asked for napkins he replied with angry face “this is self service and pointed the sign written self service”. We ordered Lamb karahi and chicken teka masala but it was more like soup mixed with oil, spices and water.

I’m a regular customer of Anarkali. Today I had ordered food and I was there to pick it up and I had a very bad experience with this restaurant. The cashier’s behavior is unbelievable. He didn’t let me to get tea(chaie), which is always for free but he shouted at me standing in front of me as if I was stealing it. When I asked him he can’t do like that he laughed at me with insult. He packed my and as if he was throwing the garbage and it all spilled out in my car. Though I will never buy again but I recommend you work on your staff behavior with customers to avoid your loyal customers. A single complaint to the city will ruin your whole business.

I ordered Chicken Tikka and Bhindi Masala from this place. The food was so tasteless, tikka was full of food colors and had literally no flavour. All I could see in Bhindi masala was oil floating like they put all of it in that box. This kind of food is extremely unhealthy, taste is poor. I was so disappointed to order from here. Will never order again. I feel extremely bloated and sick after eating it.

Update: 6 years later they are still selling same cheaply made fake pakistani food without any taste or spices/masala. I thought they would be bankrupt by now but people in CA dont really know what actual desi food is. Disapointing. I ate desi food in 47+ countries and all around the US and this by far is the worse. If u are a desi or from Karachi/Lahore. AVOID. Its for non-desis like Arabs, Persians, Turks and whites. Desis, Go to Fremont if u can. I hate to write this as i have been to this place over 20 times over a year and staff there is just kind and awesome. Each time the food was tasteless to my desi taste buds. Maybe its because all Pakistani dishes are being quick cooked in fry pans who knows. Honestly PIA airplane food has more taste than this place. Ill just advise them to use Shan masala because they have failed to bring any original taste to these excellent dishes. Im sorry to all non-indian/pakistani people eating here. Our cuisine is all about spices and rich tastes and this restaurant is just opposite. This restaurant can survive here in CA but if it was in NYC, it would have already filed for bankruptcy.

Absolutely the worst Indian/Pakistani food experience I’ve ever had. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala—my go-to dish at every South Asian restaurant—and it was a complete disaster. The chicken was raw, completely inedible, and the sauce had a sour, spoiled smell like it had been sitting out for days. I also got the rice, which reeked like sweat—disgusting enough that I had to throw it straight in the trash. The naan? Barely cooked and so tough I couldn’t even chew it. On top of the awful food, be aware that the menu prices are misleading—expect to pay $5–$10 more than what’s listed. I usually try to point out both positives and negatives, but in this case, there’s absolutely nothing good to say. This place was a huge disappointment from start to finish. If you’re a fan of Chicken Tikka Masala, do not ruin your taste buds here. You’ve been warned.

Talha Anwar

Update: 6 years later they are still selling same cheaply made fake pakistani food without any taste or spices/masala. I thought they would be bankrupt by now but people in CA dont really know what actual desi food is. Disapointing. I ate desi food in 47+ countries and all around the US and this by far is the worse. If u are a desi or from Karachi/Lahore. AVOID. Its for non-desis like Arabs, Persians, Turks and whites. Desis, Go to Fremont if u can. I hate to write this as i have been to this place over 20 times over a year and staff there is just kind and awesome. Each time the food was tasteless to my desi taste buds. Maybe its because all Pakistani dishes are being quick cooked in fry pans who knows. Honestly PIA airplane food has more taste than this place. Ill just advise them to use Shan masala because they have failed to bring any original taste to these excellent dishes. Im sorry to all non-indian/pakistani people eating here. Our cuisine is all about spices and rich tastes and this restaurant is just opposite. This restaurant can survive here in CA but if it was in NYC, it would have already filed for bankruptcy.

Abdul Hamid

Absolutely the worst Indian/Pakistani food experience I’ve ever had. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala—my go-to dish at every South Asian restaurant—and it was a complete disaster. The chicken was raw, completely inedible, and the sauce had a sour, spoiled smell like it had been sitting out for days. I also got the rice, which reeked like sweat—disgusting enough that I had to throw it straight in the trash. The naan? Barely cooked and so tough I couldn’t even chew it. On top of the awful food, be aware that the menu prices are misleading—expect to pay $5–$10 more than what’s listed. I usually try to point out both positives and negatives, but in this case, there’s absolutely nothing good to say. This place was a huge disappointment from start to finish. If you’re a fan of Chicken Tikka Masala, do not ruin your taste buds here. You’ve been warned.