Famous Food in Multan – What to Eat in Multan? (Complete Guide)
Multan isn’t just known as the City of Saints — it’s also a heaven for food lovers. From centuries-old sweets to traditional Punjabi dishes, Multani cuisine reflects history, culture, and rich flavors. If you’re visiting Multan, here are the must-try local foods that define its culinary identity.
1. Multani Sohan Halwa (Most Famous Sweet of Multan)
Multani Sohan Halwa is the signature sweet of the city, made with pure ghee, milk, sugar, saffron, and nuts. Some of the best shops include Hafiz Halwa, Al-Multan Sohan Halwa, and Crown Sweets. Tourists from across Pakistan buy it as a gift.
2. Fish of Multan – Ghanta Ghar & Old Town
Winter in Multan means one thing: fresh fried fish. From Rahim Fish Corner to local shops near Ghanta Ghar, Multani masala fish is spicy, crispy, and deeply flavorful. It’s a local winter specialty.
3. Multani Saraiki Sajji
Multani Sajji is different from Balochi Sajji — it’s marinated in local spices, slow-cooked, and served with naan or rice. The best places are Al-Madina Sajji House and Malik Sajji.
4. Multani Chanay (Breakfast Special)
A traditional breakfast loved by locals: soft chickpeas cooked in desi ghee with a special Multani gravy. Usually enjoyed with hot puri, halwa, or kulcha.
5. Stuffed Naans of Multan
Cheese naan, qeema naan, and potato naan are staples. Jamni Naan Shop and Naan Street Bosan Road are well-known for variety and fresh tandoor naans.
6. Daal & Tandoori Roti – Pure Desi Taste
One of the simplest yet most loved dishes of Multan. Yellow daal cooked with spices and served with large, crispy tandoori rotis. Popular at truck hotels on the outskirts of Multan.
7. Multani Mangoes (Summer Specialty)
Multan grows some of the world’s best mango varieties:
- Chaunsa
- Anwar Ratol
- Langra
- Sindhri
Mango season transforms Multan into a fruit paradise.
8. Local Kulfi & Rabri
Kulfi Falooda and rich Rabri are famous desserts, especially in the old markets. Ghanta Ghar area is lined with traditional sweet shops serving these delicacies.
9. Takatak / Kata-kat
A spicy live-cooking dish made with mince and organ meat, chopped on a hot tawa with a rhythmic chopping sound. Very popular at Lunda Bazaar and near Delhi Gate.
10. Multani Karahi
A special style of karahi loaded with tomatoes, butter, and local spices. Served fresh in desi dhabas around Khanewal Road and Shah Rukn-e-Alam.
Famous Restaurants in Multan
- London Courtyard – Continental + local
- Shawarma House – Fast food
- Al-Multan Sajji – Traditional sajji
- Zaytoon – Family dine-in
- Salt’n Pepper Multan – Pakistani cuisine
Street Food Areas in Multan
- Ghanta Ghar Chowk
- Hussain Agahi Bazaar
- Bosan Road Food Street
- Chowk Kumharanwala
📌 Conclusion: Multan is a Food Lover’s Paradise
From iconic Sohan Halwa to spicy chaats and Multani Sajji, the city offers rich flavors influenced by Saraiki culture and centuries of tradition. Whether you’re visiting for tourism or a short trip, Multan’s food is a must-experience part of the journey.
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