Pakwan – Indian
The air at Pakwan is thick with the intoxicating scent of toasted cumin and simmering spices, drawing diners into a space where the vibrant colors of traditional South Asian comfort food take center stage. Crispy, golden-fried samosas and delicate papadum provide a satisfying crunch before giving way to velvety bowls of saag paneer and slow-cooked daal that radiate a deep, soulful warmth. Each meal is a celebration of aromatic artistry, where the cooling touch of fresh raita perfectly balances the bold, earthy heat of zesty chana masala.
41068;41080, Fremont Boulevard +15102266234 https://pakwanrestaurant.com/fremont/0Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Pakwan
Dairy-Free at Pakwan
Pakwan in Fremont has 20 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Achar, Aloo Palak and Tandoori Lamb Chops (4 pieces). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Pakwan
Pakwan in Fremont has 11 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Achar, Aloo Palak and Tandoori Lamb Chops (4 pieces). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Pakwan
Pakwan in Fremont has 22 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetable Wrap, Garlic Nan and Aloo Palak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Pakwan
Pakwan in Fremont has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Korma, Seekh Kabab and Chicken Seekh Kabab. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Pakwan
Pakwan in Fremont has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tandoori Chicken Leg, Chicken Korma and Chicken Seekh Kabab. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Pakwan
Pakwan in Fremont has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tandoori Chicken Leg, Chicken Korma and Paneer Makhani. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Pakwan
Pakwan in Fremont has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Seekh Kabab. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Pakwan
Pakwan in Fremont has 12 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Aloo Palak, Pakora and Chana Masala. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Pakwan
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Seekh Kabab | 41.9 g | 41.1 g |
| Tandoori Chicken Breast | 49 g | 28.6 g |
| Vegetable Wrap | 53.3 g | 23.1 g |
| Kheer | 27.3 g | 22.7 g |
| Chicken Saag | 23.4 g | 20.4 g |
| Fish (Basa Fillet) | 5.4 g | 15.9 g |
| Chicken Seekh Kabab | 0 g | 13.4 g |
| Mix Vegetable | 26.7 g | 12.2 g |
| Chicken Korma | 0 g | 11.9 g |
| Chicken Biryani | 60 g | 10.7 g |
| Keema Nan | 12.3 g | 9.4 g |
| Chicken Makhanwala | 3.2 g | 8.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Tuesday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Samosa - $5.99: Vegetarian pastry filled with spiced potatoes and peas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Papadum (2 Pieces) - $3.99: Crispy lentil wafers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pakora - $5.99: Mix vegetable fritters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Raita - $2.99: Seasoned yogurt Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
Vegetarian Delights
- Aloo Palak - $12.99: Nutritious combination of spinach and potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Daal - $11.99: Yellow Lentils Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chana Masala - $11.99: Garbanzo beans in a special blend of spice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mix Vegetable - $12.99: Seasoned vegetables in light curry sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saag Daal - $11.99: Delicious combination of lentils & spinach Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saag Paneer - $13.99: Spinach cooked with tomatoes, spices & Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Makhani - $14.99: Home made cheese cubes in tikka masala sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bengan Bhartha - $11.99: Eggplant cooked with onions and tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mirch Salan - $12.99: Roast pepper curry with hint of tamarind Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Biryanis
- Chicken Biryani - $14.99: Chicken cooked with spices and tomatoes, layered in basmati rice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mutton Biryani - $16.99: Mutton cooked with spices and tomatoes, layered in basmati rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Biryani - $14.99: Mix vegetables cooked and layered in basmati rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Tandoori BBQ Specialties
- Seekh Kabab - $4.99: Ground beef kabab 1 piece Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Seekh Kabab - $4.99: Ground chicken kabab 1 piece Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Chicken Breast - $8.99: 1 piece Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Chicken Leg - $6.99: 1 piece Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Boti - $13.99: Boneless white chicken cubes marinated in spices and grilled Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Boti Kabab - $15.99: Tender boneless beef cubes marinated in a special blend of spices and grilled Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Lamb Chops (4 pieces) - $19.99: Marinated in a special blend of spices & grilled Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish (Basa Fillet) - $13.99: Lightly spiced, marinated & cooked on skewers in clay tandoori oven Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Chicken Curries
- Karahi Chicken - $13.99: Traditional tomato base curry from north Pakistan cooked in wok Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Korma - $13.99: Yogurt base chicken curry, an original royal recipe Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Murgh Cholay - $13.99: Chicken with garbanzo beans Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Saag - $13.99: Chicken with spinach Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Achar - $13.99: Extra spicy chicken curry with roasted pepper Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Makhanwala - $14.99: Boneless chicken in butter sauce Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka Masala - $14.99: Boneless white meat in spiced sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Meat Curries
- Bhuna (Mutton Curry) - $15.99: Cooked with dominant taste of tomatoes Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Achar Gosht - $15.99: Mutton curry with roasted pepper; extra spicy Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saag Gosht - $15.99: Tender mutton cooked with fresh spinach Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nihari - $15.99: Special traditional boneless beef curry Available at: dinner, lunch
Wraps
- Seekh Kabab Wrap - $12.99: Beef kabab rolled in a Nan with onions and chutney Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Seekh Kabab Wrap - $12.99: Chicken kabab rolled in a Nan with onions and chutney Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Wrap - $12.99: Naan wrap with potato cutlet, cheese and herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Nan - $2.5: Freshly tandoori oven baked bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Nan - $3.5: Freshly tandoori oven baked garlic bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Keema Nan - $6.99: Nan stuffed with ground beef Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Alloo Nan - $3.99: Nan stuffed with potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Nan - $3.99: Nan stuffed with onions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Plain Basmati Rice - $3.99: Steamed basmati rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Gulab Jamun (2 pieces) - $4.99: Golden brown pastry balls in sugar syrup with rose water and cardamom Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Kheer - $4.99: Rice pudding enriched with nuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Soft Drinks - $2.99: Assorted sodas
- Bottled Water - $2: Pure drinking water
- Masala Chai - $2: Spiced tea with milk
- Mango Lassi - $4.99: Mango pulp mixed with yogurt
Frequently Asked Questions about Pakwan
- Is Pakwan dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Pakwan has 20 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Achar, Aloo Palak and Tandoori Lamb Chops (4 pieces).
- What can I eat at Pakwan on a dairy-free diet?
- Chicken Achar, Aloo Palak and Tandoori Lamb Chops (4 pieces) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 20 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Pakwan have vegan options?
- Yes. 12 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Aloo Palak and Pakora.
- Is Pakwan gluten-free?
- 11 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Pakwan?
- Seekh Kabab, at roughly 41.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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