AlBaik Branches in Pakistan: City-by-City Status (2026)

Last updated: 27 September 2026.

Ever since AlBaik signed an MoU with Gas & Oil Pakistan (GO) in October 2024, one question has dominated searches: where is AlBaik in my city? This page answers that city by city, using only official information, and explains how to avoid the many look-alike “Al Baik” shops that already exist across Pakistan.

Branch status by city

City	Official branch?	What we know
Karachi	Not yet	Widely expected in the first wave; no address announced
Lahore	Not yet	Widely expected in the first wave; no address announced
Islamabad / Rawalpindi	Not yet	Widely expected in the first wave; no address announced
Faisalabad	Not yet	Mentioned by some blogs as a later city; not confirmed
Multan	Not yet	Mentioned by some blogs as a later city; not confirmed
Peshawar	Not yet	Mentioned by some blogs as a later city; not confirmed
Other cities	Not yet	No information

We will turn each row into a full branch page with the address, opening hours, a map and prices as soon as AlBaik or GO announces a location. Until then, this table is the most accurate picture we can give you.

Why Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad are expected first

International food brands almost always start in Pakistan’s three biggest markets, and there are good reasons to think AlBaik will do the same:

• Population and spending. Karachi and Lahore are Pakistan’s largest cities, with the biggest concentrations of people who eat out regularly.
• Brand awareness. Many families in these cities have relatives who work in Saudi Arabia or have performed Umrah, so AlBaik already has fans waiting.
• Supply chains. Big cities have the cold storage, logistics and suppliers a high-volume chicken chain needs.
• Media attention. Openings in major cities get the most coverage, which matters for a launch this anticipated.
• Wikipedia also lists Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad as the planned locations (see Wikipedia).

Could AlBaik open at fuel stations?

Possibly. AlBaik’s partner, GO, runs more than 1,200 fuel stations, and Saudi Aramco owns 40% of the company (Business Recorder). Food outlets at fuel stations are common in many countries and could give AlBaik highway and neighbourhood locations quickly. However, neither company has said where outlets will be, so this is only a possibility, not a plan.

How to tell a real AlBaik from a look-alike

Broast is hugely popular in Pakistan, and for years many local shops have used names like “Al Baik Broast” or “Al-Baik Chicken”. Some are good local restaurants, but they are not connected to the Saudi company. Here is how to check:

1. Look for an official announcement. A real branch will be announced on AlBaik’s official website and official social media accounts, and almost certainly covered by national news.
2. Check the logo and colours. Look-alikes often use a similar name with a different logo, spelling or font.
3. Check the menu. The official menu has items like the ALBAIK 4 Piece Chicken Meal, Big BAIK and jumbo shrimp meals. A menu full of desi broast deals and zinger rolls is a sign it is a local shop.
4. Ask about the company. Staff at a real branch will be working for AlBaik’s official operator in Pakistan.
5. Be careful online. Fake pages may take “pre-orders” or “franchise bookings”. Don’t pay any page that is not verified.

What a first AlBaik branch will probably look like

Based on AlBaik’s outlets in the Gulf, a typical branch is a counter-service restaurant with a large menu board, a fast kitchen line and a separate collection counter. Many Gulf outlets also have family seating areas. In Pakistan, expect the first branches to be large, busy locations built to handle heavy queues, rather than small kiosks.

How to be first to know

• Bookmark our AlBaik Pakistan launch page, which we check every week.
• Follow AlBaik’s official accounts, not fan pages.
• Ignore forwarded WhatsApp messages with opening dates unless they link to an official source.

Can’t wait? Make it at home

Until the first branch opens, try our AlBaik-style broast chicken and garlic sauce recipes. They won’t be identical, but they come close.

Will there be delivery and drive-through?

Nothing has been announced. In the Gulf, AlBaik sells through its own app as well as dine-in and takeaway. In Pakistan, most big chains offer delivery through their own apps and through delivery platforms, and many have drive-through lanes. It would be reasonable to expect some of these options over time, but the first weeks of a big launch are usually about handling walk-in crowds. We will add delivery details to each city page once they are confirmed.

What prices to expect

AlBaik has not published any Pakistani prices, and we won’t guess. Prices will depend on local costs of chicken, oil and rent, provincial sales tax and competition from established chains and local broast shops. See our AlBaik menu and prices page for the official menu and how we will add verified prices city by city.

Where to eat broast while you wait

Pakistan has a long broast tradition. Almost every city has local broast shops serving pressure-fried chicken with fries, a bun and garlic mayo, and big chains like KFC are everywhere. If you want something closer to AlBaik’s lighter, juicier style, ask for broast that is freshly fried rather than kept warm, and pair it with a proper garlic sauce instead of ketchup. Or make both at home with our recipes.

How we will build each city page

1. We confirm the address from an official announcement.
2. We visit or verify through the official app or listings, and record opening hours.
3. We add a price table with the date checked and the source.
4. We add a map, parking notes and busy times based on visits and reader reports.

If you see an official branch before we do, tell us and we will verify it quickly.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an AlBaik in Karachi?

Not officially, as of 27 September 2026.

Is there an AlBaik in Lahore?

Not officially yet. Lahore is one of the most widely expected first cities.

Is there an AlBaik in Islamabad?

Not officially yet.

When will the first AlBaik branch open in Pakistan?

No date has been announced. Follow our launch page for updates.

Is “Al Baik Broast” near me the real AlBaik?

Almost certainly not. Local shops have used similar names for years. Check for an official announcement.