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Authentic Pakistani home-cooked meals by a female Asian owner offering halal comfort food with vegetarian and healthy options in Raleigh.

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Taste authentic halal Pakistani home-cooked meals with vegetarian and healthy options at Dester Khawan in Raleigh, NC.

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Dester Khawan serves authentic Pakistani home-style dishes prepared by the lady owner, delivering rich flavors and halal comfort food with vegetarian and healthy choices. The eatery focuses on takeout and delivery with reservation required, emphasizing a welcoming atmosphere and accommodating service.

What to Expect:

    πŸ› Hearty halal meals inspired by traditional Pakistani home cooking
    πŸ₯— Fresh and balanced vegetarian and healthy options
    🍽️ Takeout, delivery, and counter service with a reservation policy
    πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Owner-operated with a focus on customer care and authenticity

Important Information:

    – Reservations required for dining or ordering
    – Delivery service available with specific hours
    – No onsite dining as it operates mainly via takeout
    – Wheelchair accessible entrance but limited restroom and parking accessibility
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πŸ“ Local Insights

🍽️ Order Ahead: Advance ordering is essential, as the food is freshly made and takeout-focused, ensuring timely and top-quality dishes.

🌿 Vegetarian Friendly: The menu features a wide variety of vegetarian options, highly recommended for those seeking traditional Pakistani vegetarian meals.

πŸ’° Great Value for Portions: Reviews applaud the generous servings, especially noting the satisfying amount of food for reasonable prices.

πŸ“ž Direct Contact Recommended: Calling ahead for orders and questions about daily menu changes guarantees availability and smooth service.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 5 PM to 8 PM

Tuesday: 5 PM to 8 PM

Wednesday: 5 PM to 8 PM

Thursday: 9 AM to 5 PM

Friday: 10 AM to 8:30 PM

Saturday: 10 AM to 8:30 PM

Sunday: 9 AM to 5 PM

πŸ‘‰ Best For

Halal food lovers, takeout enthusiasts, vegetarian options, home-cooked meals

Dester Khawan

5120 Eagles Landing Dr
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Raleigh
,
NC
27616

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Dester Khawan offers an exceptional Pakistani home-cooked food experience praised for authentic flavors, generous portions, and friendly owner service. Customers highlight the quality of samosas, biryani, and balanced meals with great vegetarian choices. The takeout model and required advance ordering are consistently noted, with no serious negative issues mentioned.
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December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Samosa Chaat; Halal Comfort Food; Vegetarian Options; Healthy Plates; Takeout and Delivery; Reservation Required

πŸ“† Best Times to Visit

Visit after 5 PM weekdays or 10 AM to 8:30 PM on weekends; order at least 30 minutes in advance to avoid wait times.
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