Nihari Express
South Asian

Nihari Express

4.9 (245 reviews)
← Orléans
Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryCurbside pickup

ABOUT

This South Asian restaurant in Orléans specializes in nihari and other slow-cooked Pakistani curries, with a modest price range that makes it accessible for casual dining. The kitchen handles meat preparation in-house, and dishes arrive rich and well-seasoned with careful spice balance. The casual dining room includes sports TV and washroom facilities, drawing a steady local crowd.

HOURS

Sunday 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Monday Closed
Tuesday 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Wednesday 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursday 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday (today) 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

♿ Accessibility
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating ✓ Wheelchair-accessible parking lot ✓ Wheelchair-accessible washroom
🍽️ Service Options
✓ Dine-in ✓ Takeout ✓ Delivery ✓ Curbside pickup
⭐ Popular For
✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner
🪑 Dining Options
✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Kids menu
🏠 Amenities
✓ Washroom ✓ Sports TV
👥 Crowd
✓ Families
📅 Planning
✓ Accepts reservations
💳 Payments
✓ Credit cards ✓ Debit cards ✓ NFC mobile payments
🅿️ Parking
✓ Free parking lot ✓ Free street parking

REVIEWS

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Mustafa
February 25, 2026
★★★★★

I tried the nihari, beef bihari, chicken bihari boti and naan here. The food was delicious and the taste was very authentic. Adnan is a fine chef and I am very glad he decided to open in Orleans. We will be coming back for more.

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Hamza Abidi
February 25, 2026
★★★★★

Tried this spot for the first time today.
I placed the order through WhatsApp messaging which was really convenient. The owner was quick to respond and very polite and friendly in communication.
They have a takeout window at the Turkish Anatolia restaurant so don’t be confused if you go for a pickup.
Ordered the Bihari kabab, nihari, and naan. They pretty much nailed all three dishes. The kabab were spiced just right and had that smokiness that Bihari kababs are known for.
The nihari was excellent; hearty, delicious, soft meat and the right amount of oiliness.
Loved the Haleem as well (reminded me of home cooked). We did add some ghee and chaat masala (personal preference).
I had my doubts seeing the 4.9 rating but the quality of food lives up to it. A great addition to Ottawa’s desi food scene…Thank you for an excellent meal, looking forward to coming back to try out more of the menu!

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Ilyas K (IK)
February 17, 2026
★★★★★

We took take out of Bihari Kebab, Nihari and Haleem. The food tasted very nice and the owner is very pleasant .

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jawad tahir butt
February 16, 2026
★★★★★

Amazingly delicious food, great and warm service. Best place for Pakistani food lovers.

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HQ
December 8, 2023
★★★★★

After hearing a lot of great things, finally made the trip to Adnan’s for Nehari and Biryani. Both the items were amazing, couldn’t get enough of them.

Was provided Gola kebab to sample, it was wow, just like we used to get in Karachi.

Will be going back for sure to try the different items on the menu.

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4434 Innes Road
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4434 Innes RoadOttawa, ON K4A 4C5
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🥗 Dietary
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Halal
Serves halal meat - even if they don't advertise it
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Vegan-friendly
Has solid vegan options even if it's not a vegan restaurant
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Vegetarian-friendly
Good vegetarian options on the menu
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Gluten-free options
Has gluten-free dishes or can accommodate
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Kosher
Serves kosher food or has certified kosher options
✨ Features
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Open past 10pm
Kitchen or bar stays open late - good for night owls
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Happy Hour
Has a regular happy hour with drink or food deals
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BYOB
You can bring your own bottle - call ahead to confirm
Confirmed Accessible
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Private dining room
Has a private space for events or groups
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Quiet / low noise
Good for conversation - not a loud scene
🍽️ Amenities
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Patio
Has outdoor seating - patio, terrace, or sidewalk
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Live music
Hosts live music or performances regularly
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Dog-friendly
Welcomes dogs on the patio or inside
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Confirmed Kid-friendly
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Full bar
Serves spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer
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Takeout
You can order food to go - call or walk in
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Delivery
Delivers directly or through a third-party app
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Cash only
Doesn't accept cards - bring cash
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