Ten places for a family dinner under budget

Family dinners out are expensive, but they do not have to be. The trick is to order dishes made for sharing and skip the soft drinks.

We picked ten places in Rawalpindi with big tables, quick service and portions that feed four. In this sample, the names are made up, but the ordering tips are real.

How to order for four

Most of them are busiest between 8 and 10 pm. Arrive at 7:30 and you will get a table without waiting.

The sharing order

1. One karahi or handi for the table
2. One daal or vegetable dish
3. Rice for two and naan for two
4. Raita and salad; skip the soft drinks

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