Located in the heart of Islamabad, Omar Khayyam Iranian Restaurant offers an authentic Persian dining experience with traditional flavors, aromatic saffron rice, freshly grilled kebabs, rich gravies, and classic Iranian desserts. The menu reflects true Iranian culinary heritage, featuring everything from hearty soups and appetizers to premium Chelo Kababs, special gravies, seafood, and party platters.
Restaurant Details
Detail
Information
Address
Plot 46, Madina Plaza, Shop 11, Jinnah Ave, adjacent to Kulsum International Hospital, Islamabad
Phone
(051) 2342144
Timings
12–3:45 pm, 6:30–10:45 pm
SPECIAL IRANIAN SOUPS
Item
Description
Price
Soup-e-Jo (1 serving)
Our special barley soup
300.00
Chicken Soup (1 serving)
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300.00
SPECIAL IRANIAN APPETIZERS
Item
Description
Price
Salad Olivieh (Small & Large)
Potatoes, peas, eggs, chicken, salty cucumber & mayonnaise mixed together
400.00 & 500.00
Kashk-e-Bademjan (Small & Large)
Egg plants designed on top with Kashk (yogurt based topping), garlic & dry mint
400.00 & 500.00
Bourani (Small & Large)
Spinach with yogurt and garlic
400.00 & 500.00
SPECIAL IRANIAN SALADS AND SIDE ORDERS
Item
Description
Price
Salad Shirazi (Small & Large)
Fresh sliced tomatoes, cucumber and onions served with lemon & dry mint
400.00 & 500.00
Salad Fasl (Small & Large)
Fresh sliced tomatoes, cucumber and cabbage served with lemon
400.00 & 500.00
Khyar Shor (Small & Large)
Iranian salty pickled cucumber
400.00 & 500.00
Mast-o-Khyar
Yogurt with cucumber
300.00
Torshi
Homemade Iranian mixed pickle
350.00
IRANIAN CHICKEN SPECIALITIES
Item
Description
Price
Joojeh Kabab
1 skewer boneless chicken pieces specially marinated in saffron served with fries & salad
1100.00
Chelo Morgh
1 skewer boneless chicken pieces specially marinated in saffron served with saffron rice, barbecued tomato, raw onion & butter
1300.00
Zereshk Pulao with Juje
Rice with Zereshk (Barberry) & saffron served with 1 skewer boneless saffron chicken mixed with tomato paste
1400.00
Chenje Joojeh
Pieces of fried boneless saffron chicken served on 2 kebab sticks with vegies & fries
1100.00
SPECIAL IRANIAN GRAVIES
Add a serving of saffron rice with butter for 500.00
Item
Description
Price
Khoresht-e-Gheyme
Lamb meat, split peas, fried tomatoes & special lemon
Grained leafy vegetables, lamb meat, red beans & special lemon
800.00
Khoresht-e-Fesenjan
Grained walnuts cooked with chicken breast & pomegranate paste
950.00
SPECIAL IRANIAN RICE
Item
Price
Plain Rice
490.00
Rice with Saffron
590.00
Rice with Zereshk (Barberry) and Saffron
650.00
FISH
Add a serving of saffron rice with butter for 500.00
Item
Description
Price
Fried Fish
6 pieces of fish finger served with fries & Iranian mix pickle
1100.00
IRANIAN CHELO KABAB
Item
Description
Price
Chelo Kabab Kobideh
2 skewer barbecued minced mutton kababs served with saffron rice, barbecued tomato, raw onion & butter (With Fries No Rice option available)
1150.00 / 990.00
Chelo Kabab Soltani
1 skewer Kobideh and 1 skewer beef fillet (Barg) served with saffron rice, barbecued tomato, raw onion & butter (With Fries No Rice option available)
1350.00 / 1190.00
Chelo Joojeh Kabab
1 skewer Kobideh and 1 skewer boneless saffron chicken pieces served with saffron rice, barbecued tomato, raw onion & butter (With Fries No Rice option available)
1400.00 / 1290.00
Chelo Kabab Barg
1 skewer barbecued beef fillet served with saffron rice, barbecued tomato, raw onion & butter
1200.00 / 990.00
You can add Zereshk (Barberry) to any Chelo Kabab for Rs. 100.00
SPECIAL IRANIAN KABABS
Add a serving of saffron rice with Zereshk & butter for 500.00
Item
Description
Price
Sheshlik Kabab
Tender juicy pieces of beef fillet with tomato, onion & chili served with fries & salad
1100.00
Lamb Chop Kabab
5 pieces of lamb chops served with fries & salad
1100.00
Lamb Sheshlik
Pieces of boneless mutton specially marinated served with fries, salad, barbecued onion & chilies
1100.00
Kababe Bakhtyari
Pieces of beef fillet and boneless saffron chicken barbecued together on 1 skewer
1100.00
Chenje Gusht
Pieces of fried beef fillet specially marinated served on 2 kabab sticks with vegies & fries
1100.00
Chenje Makhsous
Pieces of fried beef fillet & boneless saffron chicken served on 2 kebab sticks with vegies & fries
1100.00
Special Kababe Kobideh
1 skewer barbecued minced mutton kabab
500.00
Special Kababe Barg
1 skewer barbecued beef fillet
800.00
SPECIAL IRANIAN MIX PLATTER (SERVES 2 PERSONS)
Item
Description
Price
Special Iranian Mix Platter
2 skewers kobideh, 1 skewer joojeh kabab, 1 skewer lambchop kabab, 1 skewer sheshlik kabab served with rice with Zereshk & saffron, mast-o-khyar & torshi
6500.00
BEVERAGES
Item
Price
Dough (Special Iranian Mint Lassi)
390.00 & 1 Jug 1190
Cold Drinks (Pepsi, 7UP, Mirinda, Dew)
170.00
Fresh Lime with Drinks
200.00
Diet 7UP / Pepsi
200.00
Mineral Water (Small & Large)
150.00 & 200.00
Soda Water with Lime
800.00
Iranian Tea
250.00
Iranian Saffron Tea
300.00
Green Tea
250.00
Black Coffee
500.00
Fresh Fruit Juice
800.00
SPECIAL IRANIAN DESSERTS
Item
Description
Price
Baghlawa
Iranian pastry with honey syrup, walnuts & saffron
400.00
Ferni
Iranian custard
300.00
SIDE ORDERS
Item
Price
Nan (4 Pieces)
50.00
Fries (Small Plate)
300.00
Barbecued Tomatoes (4 Pieces)
200.00
Barbecued Onions (4 Pieces)
200.00
Barbecued Green Chilies (4 Pieces)
200.00
Zereshk (Barberry) (Small Serving)
300.00
Butter (1 Piece)
40.00
TOP FAVOURITE IRANIAN DISHES BY ORDER (24 HOUR NOTICE)
For parties and caterings not less than 5 persons
Full Lamb Steam Roast Stuffed (Depends on weight)
Whole Fish Stuffed (Depend on weight)
Sabzi Pulao Mahi
Seasonal Dolme
Coco Sabzi
Tacheen
Lobia Pulao
Mirza Ghasemi
Ash
Abgoosht
Overview
Omar Khayyam Iranian Restaurant is a well-known destination in Islamabad for authentic Persian cuisine. From traditional Chelo Kababs and saffron-infused rice to rich gravies like Ghorme Sabzi and Fesenjan, every dish reflects classic Iranian flavors. The restaurant also caters to family gatherings and events with special order dishes available on 24-hour notice. With generous portions, traditional recipes, and a comfortable dining environment, it remains a preferred spot for lovers of Iranian food in the capital.
Adeel Chaudhry is a food enthusiast and author at **FoodiesPakistan.pk**, dedicated to sharing his love for diverse cuisines and guiding food lovers to the best dining experiences across Pakistan.
