AlBaik in Pakistan: Launch Date, Cities and Latest News (2026)
Last updated: 27 September 2026. We check for official announcements every week and update this page when anything changes.
Quick answer: AlBaik has officially announced it is coming to Pakistan, but as of 27 September 2026 we have not found an official opening date or a confirmed first branch address. AlBaik signed an MoU with Gas & Oil Pakistan (GO) on 10 October 2024, and Pakistan’s Commerce Ministry said in February 2025 that the process was in its “final stages”.
Is AlBaik open in Pakistan yet?
Not officially, as far as we can confirm. Many websites say AlBaik “has arrived” or list exact opening dates and 200 branches, but none of those claims link to an announcement from AlBaik or its Pakistani partner. Until AlBaik or GO announces a date and address, treat any opening date you see as a rumour.
If you see a restaurant using the AlBaik name in Pakistan before an official announcement, it is very likely not the real AlBaik.
Timeline: AlBaik’s road to Pakistan
| Date | What happened | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Oct 2024 | AlBaik Food Systems Company and Gas & Oil Pakistan Ltd (GO) sign an MoU in Islamabad to “explore the possibility” of setting up and running AlBaik restaurants in Pakistan. | Arab News |
| 12 Oct 2024 | Business Recorder reports that GO runs over 1,200 fuel stations and that Saudi Aramco holds a 40% stake in GO. | Business Recorder |
| 9 Nov 2024 | Information Minister Attaullah Tarar says “Al Baik is on its way to Pakistan.” | Geo News |
| 8 Feb 2025 | After meeting AlBaik owner Rami Abu Ghazala in Jeddah, Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan says the process is in its final stages and the first branches are “expected to open soon”. | Business Recorder |
| 27 Sep 2026 | No official opening date or branch address announced that we can find. | Our check |
Who is bringing AlBaik to Pakistan?
AlBaik’s partner is Gas & Oil Pakistan Ltd (GO), a Pakistani fuel company with more than 1,200 petrol stations. Saudi Aramco owns a 40% stake in GO. Because GO runs a large fuel network, some outlets may open at or near GO stations, but neither company has confirmed locations yet.
Which cities will get AlBaik first?
Neither AlBaik nor GO has officially named the first cities. Most reports expect Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad/Rawalpindi first, as they are Pakistan’s largest food markets. Wikipedia lists the same three cities. We will add each city page as soon as a branch is confirmed.
What will be on the menu?
The Pakistan menu has not been announced. In Saudi Arabia, AlBaik is best known for its broasted chicken meals, jumbo shrimp, Big BAIK burgers and its famous garlic sauce. See the full official menu on our AlBaik menu and prices page.
What will AlBaik cost in Pakistan?
AlBaik has not published any Pakistani prices. Some websites list PKR prices for every item, but there is no official source for them yet. We will publish verified prices, with the city and date, as soon as the first branch opens.
About AlBaik
- Founded in 1974 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, by Shakour Abu Ghazalah.
- Owned by ALBAIK Food Systems Company.
- Operates in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain and Kuwait (see Wikipedia for current branch counts).
- Pakistan would be its first market outside the Arabian Peninsula.
What happens between an MoU and an opening?
An MoU (memorandum of understanding) is an agreement to work together, not a contract to open on a set date. For a chain like AlBaik, several things usually have to happen before the first customer is served:
- Final agreements. The partners agree ownership, fees, territories and how many outlets will open in the first years.
- Supply chain. AlBaik is known for consistent taste, so it needs approved local suppliers of halal chicken, flour, oil, packaging and sauces, or a way to import key ingredients.
- Sites. Finding and fitting out high-traffic locations in malls, main roads or fuel stations.
- Approvals. Food authority, halal and local business registrations in each province.
- Hiring and training. Staff usually train on the brand’s systems for weeks before opening.
- Soft launch. Many chains open quietly for a few days before the official opening to test the kitchen.
Each step can take months, which is why the Pakistan launch has taken longer than many fans hoped. Delays at this stage are normal for any international brand entering a new country.
What to expect on opening day
Based on how AlBaik openings in Dubai and other Gulf cities were covered in the media, and how big international chains have launched in Pakistan before, you can reasonably expect:
- Very long queues in the first days and weeks, especially in the evening and on weekends.
- A limited menu at first, focused on the best-known chicken meals, while the kitchen settles in.
- Dine-in and takeaway first, with delivery possibly added later.
- Heavy social media coverage and many fake “AlBaik” pages. Always follow the official accounts.
These are general expectations, not official AlBaik plans. We will replace them with real details as soon as they are announced.
How we track AlBaik Pakistan news
We check for updates every week using a simple routine, so you do not have to:
- AlBaik’s official website and official social media accounts.
- Announcements from Gas & Oil Pakistan (GO).
- Statements from Pakistan’s Ministry of Commerce and other government bodies.
- Reports in established Pakistani and Gulf news outlets such as Arab News, Business Recorder and Geo News.
We do not publish a date, city or price unless we can link it to one of these sources. If you see news we have missed, send it to us and we will check it.
Related guides
- AlBaik branches in Pakistan: city-by-city status
- AlBaik menu and prices in Pakistan
- AlBaik franchise in Pakistan: what we know
- AlBaik jobs and scam warnings
- AlBaik history
Beware of fake AlBaik jobs and franchise offers
Launch news attracts scams. AlBaik does not charge fees to apply for jobs. If anyone asks you to pay to apply for a job or franchise, do not pay. Only trust announcements on AlBaik’s official website and official social media accounts.
Frequently asked questions
Has AlBaik opened in Pakistan?
Not officially as of 27 September 2026. An MoU was signed in October 2024 and the government said in February 2025 that it was in its final stages, but no opening date has been announced.
Where will the first AlBaik branch be in Pakistan?
It has not been confirmed. Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad are the most widely expected cities.
Who is AlBaik’s partner in Pakistan?
Gas & Oil Pakistan Ltd (GO), which signed the MoU with AlBaik Food Systems Company on 10 October 2024.
Is AlBaik halal?
AlBaik is a Saudi Arabian chain and serves halal food in all its current markets.
Independent guide: AlbaikMenu.pk is not affiliated with ALBAIK or GO. How we verify information.