The International Cuisines Found in Islamabad

Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan and has people of all regions of Pakistan residing here. Therefore, there isn’t a specific cuisine that is loved my Islamabadis. You will find Chinese, Thai, traditional, fast food, etc. lovers in the city. For visitors, this gives them a golden chance to savor the different kinds of foods and spices here. 

Everyone knows that Islamabad has chilly winters and gets a lot of showers too. Such weather often hinders the people living here from going down to a restaurant to enjoy their favorite cuisine. But thankfully, the third-party delivery services in the twin cities immensely help out in this scenario and allow you to order food online from the comforts of your home. Foodnerd, especially, is known to provide the best customer service in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Lahore. 

Here are the cuisines you can enjoy in the beautiful city of Islamabad. Restaurants have also been added, so you know where to order from or to go! 

Chinese 

Chinese food is loved worldwide because Chinese cuisine has a lightness, balance in spices, and simplicity. It is very fragrant and flavourful too. Whatever your mood is, there is a Chinese dish that can cater to it. You can find hot, spicy food that has the ability to set your tongue on fire as well as barely seasoned dishes that don’t cause harm to even the most delicate and sensitive taste buds. 

In Islamabad, you can enjoy your favorite Chinese food at Golden dragon, Chinatown, Dragon City, Nom Nom wok, wang Fu and many others. You can also order Chinese food online through a delivery app or even use restaurant delivery in many cases. Overall, whatever you do, if you are craving for Chinese food in the twin cities, don’t deprive yourself of it when there are so many options for you! 

Japanese

Japanese food is unique, exciting, and delicious. A typical Japanese meal consists of rice, soup, pickled vegetables, and some sort of meat or fish. Boiled, white rice is the staple food, and different kinds of noodles are trendy choices too. But the most famous Japanese dish worldwide is sushi, and Islamabadis are no different! Sushi is the most famous Japanese dish in the city, also. 

Several eateries offer you exquisite Japanese food. If you are in a mood to enjoy them, then it’ll be worthwhile to dine at Hana restaurant, Murasaki Japenese, and Sakura restaurant. Also, here is the list of  4 Japanese restaurants that are worth visiting in Islamabad too. 

Thai 

How can we not talk about Thai cuisine while talking about the international cuisines enjoyed in Islamabad! Thai cuisine is a combination of hot, sour, spicy, and sweet flavors. This rich flavor is what makes it so delightful and exotic. Plus, their presentation is so colorful and attractive that it would be a crime not to snap a few photos of the food before consuming it! 

So, what places does someone living in Islamabad resort to if they are craving for Thai food? Tiramisu, Royal Elephant, Yum Chinese, and Thai are among the top of the list! These restaurants have Thai food that is authentic, tasty and makes you want more. So, be sure to try them out if you haven’t already! 

Turkish 

The Ottoman era was known for its hospitality and lavish dining. And this has been passed on in the Turkish culture. Turkish cuisine is an excellent fusion of Asian and European cuisines. Their food consists of a lot of vegetables, meat, and cereal. Turkish food culture is so rich and so delicious that one finds it hard to stop taking seconds. 

In case you are craving for some Turkish kebab or lamb, here are the best Turkish restaurants you can dine at or order food from! Istanbul restaurant, Turkish grill, MyDoner, can serve you with the most delicious, mouth-watering food in Islamabad! 

Mexican 

Mexican cuisine consists of some of the most well-known and loved dishes all around the world. Corn, beans, and hot peppers are the main staples of the cuisine. Like traditional Pakistani cuisine, Mexican as well is known for its dominant flavors and spices. So. if you want to enjoy some spicy food and are bored with traditional Pakistani food, then Mexican food is the best option for you! 

You can enjoy the Mexican delicacies in Islamabad at several restaurants; Burismos, Taco El Paso, Mexican Chillies are the most popular in the twin cities. All in all, you can now have the best Mexican food living in Islamabad!