At Grill City, every dish tells a story. But two dishes, more than any others, carry the entire journey of our family from the bustling kitchens of Pakistan to our home here in Bradford. The Emperors Tawa and the Steam Matka are not just menu items; they are the embodiment of our promise to bring you truly authentic Pakistani cuisine.
These dishes were born from a simple, powerful idea. When our founders, lifelong friends Mohammad Sheeraz, Ajmal Hussain, and Head Chef Muhammad Tahraiz, first moved to Bradford, they craved the authentic, shareable flavours of their home. That craving sparked the journey that created Grill City.
We do not just aim for authenticity; we are defined by it. This is why we go to great lengths to source our core spices directly from Pakistan. It is the only way to ensure the flavour in every bite of your Emperors Tawa is the same as you would find on the streets of Pakistan or in a home in Mirpur, Azad Kashmir.
A tawa is the soul of Pakistani street food and home cooking. It is a large, flat iron griddle that provides incredible, even heat. Our Emperors Tawa is our tribute to this tradition, a grand platter loaded with a spectacular variety of flavours. Your platter includes:
Succulent Seekh Kebabs
Perfectly spiced fried fish
A rich and creamy Tarka Daal
Zesty Tandoori chicken wings
Tender lamb chops
Crispy chips
Fragrant pillau rice
Freshly baked naans
We serve it all sizzling directly to your table. The result is a dramatic, smoky, and caramelised feast designed for connection. It is the centrepiece of a true Pakistani family gathering, right here in Bradford. Get a feel for the sizzle and atmosphere with our 360° virtual tour.
While the tawa is about fiery spectacle, our Steam Matka is about patient, whispered magic. ‘Matka’ means clay pot, and this ancient cooking technique is cherished across Pakistan for creating unbelievably tender meat.
Our chefs seal the pot with dough and slow-cook it for hours. This allows the steam to circulate, infusing the meat with deep, concentrated flavours that modern pots cannot replicate. It is the same method used for generations in Pakistani villages, and one that our Head Chef, Muhammad Tahraiz, mastered before bringing it to Bradford.
When we break the seal at your table, the burst of aromatic steam is the scent of tradition itself. It is a tradition we were proud to introduce to Bradford as the city’s first. This is not just a dish; it is a taste of history.
Ready to experience this Bradford original? Book your table now and we will have a Matka waiting for you.
Bradford’s Home for Authentic Pakistani Dining
Grill City © All Rights Reserved Created by Maximiseclicks.online