Kolachi
Pakistani restaurant · East Village
130 1st Ave, New York, NY 10009
Highlights
Chicken and beef paratha rolls, diesel fries with maple syrup
Chicken and beef paratha rolls, diesel fries with maple syrup
"Kolachi is like a Pakistani food stall in a market magically transported to the East Village, by Kiran Lutfeali and Saif Qazi. Aside from soft beverages it sells only three things: paratha rolls in either chicken or beef (pick the chicken) and fries lightly dusted with spices. You could fall in love with the output of this fast food spot, gleaming late into the night, where you stand and eat." - Robert Sietsema
"Kolachi, located in the East Village, recently celebrated its first anniversary. Founded by individuals who also grew up in Karachi, Kolachi offers flaky rolls with flame-grilled beef and chicken, contributing to the growing kebab roll culture in New York City." - Jess Eng
"At this Pakistani street-food spot in the East Village, you can pick up paratha rolls filled with chicken or beef, and french fries. Swing by for a casual weeknight dinner (they’re open from 4pm, Monday-Friday) or a quick weekend lunch. In case you’re in need of a later dinner, they keep the lights on til midnight, every night. We checked out Kolachi. Read our first thoughts here." - Will Hartman, Willa Moore
"Kolachi, a white-and-yellow Pakistani spot in the East Village, serves four things from its to-go counter: chicken, beef, or plant-based paratha rolls with an herby yogurt chutney, and “diesel fries,” which are savory, spicy, and served with maple syrup. This is initially puzzling, but eventually kind of pleasant. The cooked-to-order rolls are like a superior version of a McDonald’s snack wrap, and while the paratha is flaky and the meat is nicely marinated and grilled, Kolachi’s even greater value is in its price. The rolls are $6.50-$8 each, and one of them is enough for a filling snack. It’s a great option for a quick afternoon pick-me-up, or—since this place stays open until midnight—a bite after a few drinks. " - Will Hartman
"Kolachi, located at 130 First Avenue, near St. Marks Place, is a new restaurant in the East Village opened by Saif Qazi and Kiran Lutfeali. It serves a limited menu featuring paratha rolls and fries. The paratha rolls are filled with grilled chicken or beef and mint yogurt chutney, while the fries come with a side of maple syrup, a nod to a sweet sauce used in Pakistan. The restaurant aims to replicate the success of 7th Street Burger with its unique offerings." - Luke Fortney
