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About us

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About us

Fatima Karahi began in the kitchens of Lahore, grew up in Calgary, and has now brought those same recipes to Edmonton. It’s a family-owned, family-run kitchen — that ownership shapes the recipes and the hospitality alike, not just the name above the door.

Inspired by generations of family recipes and the vibrant culinary heritage of Pakistan, every dish is prepared with purpose, honoring authentic flavors while embracing a contemporary dining experience.

We believe great food starts with quality ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and the joy of sharing a meal. From our signature halal karahis to every handcrafted dish, everything is made to bring people together.

At Fatima Karahi, you’re not just joining us for dinner, you’re becoming part of a tradition built around warmth, generosity, and unforgettable flavors.

Because the best meals aren’t just served, they’re shared.

Charcoal-grilled BBQ skewers plated for service
Chicken karahi finishing in a cast-iron pan over open heat
Chicken karahi finishing in a cast-iron pan over open heat

Alhamdulillah, excellent experience every time! The ambiance is bright, beautiful, and sophisticated.

Sabanaaz Baig, Edmonton
Hamza Butt, founder of Fatima Karahi

Hamza Butt

Founder, Fatima Karahi

Franchise owner — Calgary & Edmonton

From the founder

My vision is simple:

  1. To bring the authentic taste, warmth, and hospitality of Pakistan to our customers.

  2. We strive every day to serve delicious, traditional Pakistani cuisine prepared with care, quality ingredients, and rich flavours.

  3. For us, it is not only about food — it is about creating an experience where every guest feels welcomed like family.

  4. Our goal is to proudly represent Pakistani cuisine and hospitality and to become one of Canada's leading destinations for authentic Pakistani food.

Thank you to every one of our customers — for the visits, the trust, and the warmth you’ve shown us. Fatima Karahi exists because you keep coming back to the table, and that means everything to our family.

— Hamza Butt

Our team

A kitchen built on real experience

Every dish at Fatima Karahi comes from chefs with real, hands-on experience cooking authentic Pakistani cuisine, several of whom trained and worked inside some of Pakistan’s most well-known restaurants before joining our kitchen here in Canada. It’s a dedicated team, and that experience is exactly why every karahi, kebab, and biryani tastes the way it should.

10+
Years, minimum chef experience
20+
Years for our senior chefs
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