Online food delivery in Karachi is dominated by one app: foodpanda. It lists thousands of restaurants across the city, from Nazimabad to Bahria Town, and it also runs pandamart for groceries and a Home Chefs section for home-cooked food . But foodpanda is not the only option. Restaurant chains like KFC, Cheezious and Domino’s have their own apps, and inDrive launched grocery delivery in Karachi in January 2026 through a partnership with Krave Mart . This guide explains how the main apps work, the delivery fee rules, the payment options, and the practical details that make an order go smoothly.
The Main App: How Foodpanda Works
Foodpanda is the largest multi-restaurant delivery app in Pakistan, and Karachi is one of its core cities . The ordering flow is straightforward once you set it up correctly.
Step-by-Step Ordering
Step 1: Download the app or use the website. Foodpanda is available on Google Play and the App Store, and at foodpanda.pk .
Step 2: Set your location accurately. Enter your delivery address or drop a pin on the map. The app notes that an accurate pin affects which restaurants show up as deliverable to you, and how easily the rider finds you later .
Step 3: Browse or search. You can sort by distance, rating, delivery time or discount, filter by cuisine, or search for a specific dish and see every nearby restaurant that serves it .
Step 4: Add items and apply a voucher. Foodpanda runs voucher codes regularly. Some are tied to minimum order amounts, others to specific restaurants or payment methods. Apply the code at checkout to see the updated total .
Step 5: Choose payment and place the order. You can pay by cash on delivery or online by card or other digital options available in the app .
Step 6: Track your rider. After ordering, you get an SMS or in-app confirmation with an estimated delivery time. The app shows the rider’s live location until the food arrives .
Delivery Fees: What You Actually Pay
Foodpanda charges a delivery fee that depends on distance and the specific restaurant you are ordering from . It is not a flat rate across Karachi.
The good news is that foodpanda offers free delivery in Karachi for qualifying orders . The threshold for qualifying orders is not fixed in the sources reviewed here, so check the app at checkout. You can also filter restaurants by clicking the “Free Delivery” icon at the top of the restaurant listing to see which ones are currently offering it .
For inDriveGroceries, the rules are different. The service offers free delivery on orders above Rs 599, with no service fees .
What to Order: A Few Karachi Examples
The range of restaurants on foodpanda is wide. Here are a few that appear in the listings, to give you a sense of what is available.
The Wok Brothers Restaurant in Nazimabad serves Chinese, wraps and rolls, and healthy food. Reviews from late 2026 praise the chowmein and the quantity, though some reviewers found the spice inconsistent .
Foodies – 10A in Bahria Town serves Western food and biryani. Reviews mention the beef cheese burger, the tikka and the parathas. One reviewer found the price high, but most were positive about the taste and portions .
Malir Cantonment has its own range of local kitchens, including Home Kitchen (rated 4.9 from 734 reviews), Umme Hani Hi Tea (5.0 from 6,359 reviews), Qureshi Payee (4.7 from 2,213 reviews) and Daata kitchen (4.9 from 1,486 reviews) . These local options often have strong ratings and are worth checking for home-style food.
The Alternatives: Beyond Foodpanda
Foodpanda is not the only way to order. The market has diversified.
Restaurant brand apps. KFC, Cheezious, Domino’s, Pizza Hut, Kababjees and Savour Foods all have their own apps. These often show the chain’s latest deals first, and they are useful if you already know what you want from that specific brand .
inDriveGroceries. Launched in Karachi in January 2026, this is a grocery delivery service through the inDrive app, in partnership with Krave Mart. It offers more than 7,500 products, including fresh produce, meat, dairy and household items, with delivery in 20 to 30 minutes on average . The service is planned for Lahore, Islamabad and Rawalpindi later in 2026.
Local services. Some local delivery companies operate in specific cities. Zarrasha, for example, delivers food and groceries in Peshawar and accepts orders via WhatsApp, which can be useful for overseas Pakistanis ordering for family . It is not a Karachi service, but it illustrates the kind of local options that exist outside the big apps.
The Rider Side: If You Want to Earn from Delivery
Foodpanda recruits riders in Karachi, and the earnings are advertised as upwards of Rs 60,000 per month for full-time work, with flexible hours . A recruitment drive in July 2026 offered on-the-spot hiring, a free starter kit (bag and shirt) and a joining bonus of Rs 3,500 .
The requirements are: an Android or iPhone, a motorcycle with a valid driving licence, original CNIC, a utility bill, and an active JazzCash, Easypaisa or HBL Konnect account. Riders must be 18 or over .
Frequently Asked Questions
Which app is best for online food delivery in Karachi?
Foodpanda is the largest and most widely used app, with the widest choice of restaurants and groceries through pandamart . Restaurant brand apps like KFC and Cheezious are good if you want a specific chain. inDriveGroceries is a newer option for groceries .
Is delivery free on foodpanda in Karachi?
Foodpanda offers free delivery in Karachi for qualifying orders . The delivery fee otherwise depends on distance and the restaurant you order from. You can filter for “Free Delivery” restaurants in the app .
Can I pay cash on delivery in Karachi?
Yes. Foodpanda offers cash on delivery alongside online payment options .
How long does food delivery take in Karachi?
Delivery times vary by restaurant and distance. Foodpanda gives an estimated time at checkout and lets you track the rider live . inDriveGroceries says its deliveries take an average of 20 to 30 minutes .
How can I earn money delivering food in Karachi?
Foodpanda hires riders with a motorcycle, driving licence and CNIC. Earnings are advertised at Rs 60,000+ per month for full-time work, with flexible hours . Recruitment drives sometimes offer joining bonuses and free starter kits
