A little about this place
About Tabaq
Tabaq is a long-running Pakistani restaurant in the Newin Centre mall at 2580 Shepard Avenue in Cooksville, Mississauga, and one of the older desi kitchens in the GTA. It is known above all for weekend nashta: halwa puri with chana and aloo, nihari, paya and haleem, and chana with kulcha or butter naan. The wider menu covers biryani, butter chicken, seekh and chicken kebabs, pakoras and karak tea. Prices are low, seating is in the mall's food court, and takeout, delivery-app orders and catering are offered. Weekend mornings are the busiest time, with queues at the counter.
Signature dishes
- Nihari
- Paye
- Chicken karahi
- Chicken biryani
- Tandoori chicken
- Beef seekh kebab
- Halwa poori
- Biryani
HFP review summary
What diners mention
Research updated ·
4 / 51,881 Google reviews · saved total
Saved ratings and review totals may have changed.
Rating breakdown at this snapshot
- 5 stars
994 994 - 4 stars
376 376 - 3 stars
197 197 - 2 stars
83 83 - 1 star
231 231
What people enjoy
- Desi breakfast is the draw, especially the halwa puri, chana and nihari, along with haleem, kebabs and fresh naan.
Things to keep in mind
- Counter service is often described as rude, slow or disorganized, and orders can come back missing items.
- Quality is uneven, with some dishes arriving bland, light on meat or with bony chicken, and some long-time regulars feel it has slipped.
Compiled by Halal Food Pass from public reviewer opinions. Experiences vary; these comments have not been independently verified.
Good to know before you go
What is on the Tabaq menu?
The Tabaq menu on this page lists 119 items across 19 sections, including Nihari, Paye and Chicken karahi, checked September 2026. Prices shown come from the restaurant's own menu or direct-order channel as observed on that date; delivery-platform prices are labelled separately. The restaurant's own website is linked on this page as well. Menus change, so confirm current dishes with Tabaq.
How much does food at Tabaq cost?
Tabaq's own menu or direct-order prices observed in September 2026 ranged from $0.99 to $24.99 CAD. This range covers the captured items and variants; larger platters or catering packs may be included. Prices are set by the restaurant and can change; the observed date is shown beside each price on this page.
What is Tabaq known for?
Tabaq's listed signature dishes include Nihari, Paye, Chicken karahi, Chicken biryani.
Where is Tabaq located?
Tabaq is at 2580 Shepard Avenue, Mississauga. Use the directions link on this page for the route to this branch.
