Al Mehrab karahi
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About Al Mehrab karahi
Al Mehrab karahi is a halal restaurant on Normanton Rd in Derby, operating on a walk-in basis with no reservations needed. The menu runs to 133 dishes, with Nihari among the offerings. Breakfast is served alongside the wider menu, giving the kitchen a reach beyond typical dinner-only service. The restaurant previously operated under the same Al Mehrab Karahi name before passing to different ownership, and it continues to trade under that established identity on Normanton Rd. With a menu of this size, the kitchen covers considerable ground beyond its headline dish. Walk-in access keeps the format straightforward for anyone dropping by without planning ahead. The Normanton Rd address places it within easy reach for diners moving through that stretch of Derby at any point across the day.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance
Menu & Prices
133 dishes · mains £1–50- Halwa Puri£6.99
- 2 Naan£1.00
- Nihari£7.99
- Thali For 1(Omlate)£6.99
- Thali For 1(Channa)£7.99
- Thali For 1(P.N.H)£8.99
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention nihari, chicken cheese paratha, karahi and lassi.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention nihari, chicken cheese paratha, karahi and lassi.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers are split under new ownership: some praise freshly prepared breakfast, calling the tea and lassi excellent, while others report a decline since the name change. One diner describes bland Nihari with bony meat and an unreplaced order, another found the karahi watery and reports digestion issues afterward, and a third says a curry taken home came back shorted, calling it being robbed.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers are split under new ownership: some praise freshly prepared breakfast, calling the tea and lassi excellent, while others report a decline since the name change. One diner describes bland Nihari with bony meat and an unreplaced order, another found the karahi watery and reports digestion issues afterward, and a third says a curry taken home came back shorted, calling it being robbed.
Featured reviews
- Sam Benak
“Food was decent, portion size could be better especially the tawa. Only ate a bit of my curry so wanted to take it home as it was basically full but when I got home they only gave me a fraction of what I left. Basically got robbed as I obviously paid for the food. Probably won't be returning for that reason.”
- M W
“We really enjoyed dining here while it was still called Al-Mehrab Kerahi, but it was quite clear from our most recent visit that the owners have changed. Their kerahi is no longer flavourful and the meat curry very watery. It took over 30 minutes for our meal to be served, and the food wasn’t very fresh because all members of our party had digestion issues of varying degrees. Their staff were quite nice and hospitable during our visit though.”
- Fatima Zafar
“I recently visited this restaurant for breakfast and had an amazing experience. The food was v v v good—everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. From the perfectly cooked delicious food, every bite was satisfying. …”
- Faysal Khan
“Drove 20 miles for breakfast to this restaurant previously known as Al Mehrab Karahi, only to find the name had changed. The lady at the desk was unfriendly. I ordered Nihari which was bland, full of lamb bones instead of boneless meat, and the Chicken Cheese Paratha had barely any chicken. When I asked for a replacement, I was told it couldn’t be done and was ignored. Later,i was told the owner had changed and nothing could be done. Poor service, disappointing food — I regret coming here. They are scamming people on the name of famous lahori breakfast.”
- HASSAN SHAKIL
“The breakfast is freshly prepared with great taste in all their dishes. Tea is also brewed to perfection and lassi is very nice. Channel are nice …”
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Location
Restaurants near Al Mehrab karahi
- 1.2 mi£20–30Good for kidsReservations
lamb chops, chicken madras spice level, onion bhajis and samosas
- Sussex Circus Fish Bar4.65152.1 mi£1–10
fish and chips, chip portion size, mushy peas
- 7.9 mi away£20–30Reservations
lamb tagine, falafel, baked brie
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Mehrab karahi | 4.3224 | — | — | nihari, chicken cheese paratha, karahi |
| Browns Indian Restaurant DerbyGood for kids · Reservations | 4.7205 | 1.2 mi | £20–30 | lamb chops, chicken madras spice level, onion bhajis and samosas |
| Sussex Circus Fish Bar | 4.6515 | 2.1 mi | £1–10 | fish and chips, chip portion size, mushy peas |
| Olive Moroccan RestaurantReservations | 4.799 | 7.9 mi away | £20–30 | lamb tagine, falafel, baked brie |
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