Food & Drinks

Our in-house chef is happy to prepare whatever you’re craving, anytime. We’re vegan- and vegetarian-friendly, with plenty of fresh, local produce on hand.

We love rooftop barbecues—vegetarian “barbecue” is also available on request!

Chai lovers can enjoy traditional sugar or salt chai, or Claire’s signature hot or iced masala chai. We also serve fresh AeroPress and drip coffee—never instant. 🙂

During mango season, expect to be treated with a mango smoothie… we can’t resist!

Coming soon: We’re building a pizza oven in our garden with the goal of making the best pizza in Pakistan. Come hang out and we’ll experiment together.

In the meantime, here’s our guesthouse menu:

Where Else to Eat in Booni

Booni has a small but vibrant food scene. Here are some of our favorite local spots:

Booni’s best: Just across the street from the guesthouse, this tiny pink eatery serves classic Chitrali dishes like lobia (kidney beans stewed in a tomato-broth) and kaveerogh—a hearty, caper-based stew with tender beef.

Jimmie’s Kitchen: Our top sunset spot! This woman-owned riverside café serves incredible aloo paratha with a minty, spicy chutney. Don’t miss it as the sun sets over Booni Gol.

Nan cafe: Another cozy, woman-owned gem known for cheera shapik (a cheesy, savory crepe sometimes called “Chitrali pizza”) and great chai.

Al Bustan (The Taste Place): Head to the rooftop in the evening for biryani, karahi, and other meaty favorites. A must-visit for meat lovers.

Burger hunger: Craving fast food? This place does chicken sandwiches, shawarma, fried chicken, and fries—and they deliver!

Kashmir Bakery: This bakery offers local sweets, a dense and moist walnut bread, and all kinds of goodies for your food stash—chips, cereals, even Nutella.