Chachu's (Don Mills)

Chicken Karahi

Wok-finished chicken in a concentrated tomato-ginger base with cracked black pepper — the dish to benchmark any Pakistani kitchen against

Mutton Karahi

Slower, richer version of the karahi with goat — more depth than the chicken, worth the slight price premium

Biryani

Fragrant basmati layered with spiced meat — a substantial, aromatic centerpiece for table orders

Nihari

Slow-braised beef shank stew spiced with fennel and ginger, deeply unctuous — non-negotiable with fresh naan

Seekh Kebab

Minced spiced meat on skewers, char-grilled and served with green chutney — reliable starter before the karahi arrives

Haleem

Slow-cooked lentil and meat porridge — dense, warming, and the kind of dish that rewards patience

Naan

Fresh-baked flatbread — the mandatory vehicle for karahi and nihari; don't skip it