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    Afghan Kitchen South Surrey

    4.6 (209 reviews)
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    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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    Barbara S.

    I arrived at a friend's house for a visit at the same time Uber Eats arrived with a dinner order from AK. What a treat! She ordered lamb and and eggplant dish and rice and potatoes- everything was fantastic but the lamb was outstanding! Looking forward to leftovers today!!

    Sonal G.

    This was our first meal when my husband and I landed in Vancouver on recommendation from a colleague. We thoroughly enjoyed the dishes and had great recommendations from our server. We had the bolani which is kind of like a giant aloo parantha - SO good. Crispy, and potatoey goodness. We also tried the kololi which was also super tasty, but definitely not my favorite of the two. I love how many vegetarian options there are on the menu, and would have loved to come again to try more things if we had the time! Highly recommend!

    Mike M.

    Authentic afghan food Fair prices Nice assortment I highly recommend them Be sure to make a reservation !!,

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    Jenna D.

    I wish I could give this place 10 stars. Parking is in a big lot, and be sure to make a reservation. You walk in to warm, delicious, spiceful aromas and gorgeous décor. There are paintings, the walls are painted, lovely drapery, and the lighting is low (but not too low) to create an intimate atmosphere in what is actually a pretty good sized room with tall ceilings. Okay so - the eh part first - service is a tad slow. That's my biggest negative. But once you're seated, it's the friendliest service out there. They're kind, give great advice on dishes. They are pretty attentive when your food/drinks have dropped, but you probably won't be able to respond because your mouth will be full of tantalizing food or drinks. We ordered three drinks and three dishes, and were treated to a complimentary dessert since it was my birthday. We had a Pamir Martini, which is saffronny and strong, the shararah which is like a tequila mojito, and the chasm-e-pista, which is basically pistachio pudding flavor and delectable. For food, we did the banjan, lamb shank, and grilled spice chicken, and we tried both cumin and Afghan rice. The banjan with Afghan rice was my favorite, because a) I'm a sucker for eggplant, and b) it was phenomenal. To me, the Afghan rice is more interesting and tasty, but both are good. That being said, there wasn't a single bit leftover because the lamb was fall-off-the-bone tender and the chicken was juicy and spicy. I will be going back often because I think this is my new favorite place, and I want to try everything on the menu.

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    Frances L.

    This is my 3rd time in the restaurant but first time have a large group and we get to sit on the carpeted area on the floor. What a great experience. I personally love it but my husband was like a Humpty Dumpty. I have to say the server was excellent! She is very knowledgeable on every dish and was able to explain and accommodate all the guests diet restrictions. The display of the food is always so colourful that awes everyone on the table. Great place for party.

    Zahra T.

    I've been wanting to try Afghan Kitchen for a while now and we just happen to be in the area so we thought we'd take the chance to try it out. It is so beautiful on the inside and it just feels so welcoming (and has a home feeling). Absolutely gorgeous on the layout and decorations. As for the menu, i am amazed at the variety of foods and the number of items they have on their menu. I love that they have GF and Vegan options available as well. Due to my dairy-free dietary issue, this really helps. I generally love Afghan food so this was a real treat to try out. The portion of the dish we got was actually pretty good and enough for two people. I wasn't a fan of the service. The staff weren't rude or anything - they were friendly and lovely. Just felt they weren't as welcoming compared to the staff at their second restaurant (Zarak on main at in Vancouver). Overall it was a good experience.

    Beautiful place and food.

    Everything here was top tier! The service was excellent. The appetizer was hot and crispy and delicious. The beef kabobs and the sides were pure heaven. Did I mention the secret cake!! It was everything I thought it would be. I am in love with all the flavors and textures of this food. First time eating Afghan food and it is officially a favorite new food. The ambiance was modern, classy, and clean. Great vide. All staff were terrific. I will definitely come back again before I go back to Cali.

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    Rafia A.

    All I can say is WOW. Wanted to find a good restaurant not too far from the border coming from Seattle, this place was worth every penny. A lot of restaurants nowadays put so much focus into the ambiance and fall short when it comes to food taste/quality. But not this establishment. The food was absolutely incredible and fresh. Dishes ordered: Afghan Nuggets, Bolani, Afghan Chicken, and a mixed assortment of skewers. My favorite was the Afghan Chicken. The only thing I would do different is maybe substitute the rice for some sort of bread. Don't get me wrong, the rice was so flavorful and prepared so well, just felt like dipping some bread into the sauce would have made it PERFECT. For the skewers, all were delicious except for the chicken. It was a bit dry, but again, still had tons of flavor which is why I am still giving 5 stars. Service was a bit slow, only two people serving at least 10-12 different tables. Both servers were super sweet and efficient, but of course, two people can only do so much. The only negative thing to point out is that the restrooms need a major upgrade. It is super outdated and almost feels like it's not the same restaurant.

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    Johnny M.

    What a fabulous experience eating at Afghan Kitchen! The food was amazing, the service was warm and personal, especially their knowledge of Gluten Free options for those of use with a food allergy. But the coup de grace was eating in their traditional room, where you have to leave your shoes outside! Such a cool vibe! A really wonderful time for my wife and I as we celebrated Mother's Day. The kebabs are so beautifully spiced, and the Afghan rice is a MUST HAVE! Add to that the tasty spinach side dish (which was a GF substitute, but I don't care if I missed out on the potatoes and eggplant!!), and this was an exceptional meal. We hope to bring our friends next time to help them experience this gem! NOTE... you are wise to make reservations, although we had a 15 minute wait... not bad at all!

    Nisha M.

    The environment of this place is so cozy yet fashionable. I really loved the glass mosaic lamps. I really loved the carpeted, cushioned seating area where you and your party can sit on the comfy floor and experience a new way of taking in a meal. The servers were so kind and constantly checking in. The food was amazing. The vegetarian eggplant dish and the lamb kebabs were by far my favorite. The lamb was so succulent and tender and the sauces and rice were extremely complimentary. Great experience.

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    I have been there twice and it does not disappoint. Excellent food excellent service . The ambiance is perfect definitely worth a try

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    Worthy. Food was awesome. Nice people. I would travel across the boarder just to eat here.

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    Food is fabulous and very filling. and the service is great! Attention to detail ensures a delightful presentation.

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    Delicious food and excellent service! We've been here 4 times and have never been disappointed! Love this place!

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    Had dinner at Afghan Horsemen and overall it was a solid experience, especially if you're coming…read morefor hearty, traditional Afghan food. We ordered a kebab meat platter and it definitely delivers on portion size. The standout for me was the grilled meats, especially the lamb chops and chicken kebabs. They were well-seasoned, nicely charred, and not dry (which is where a lot of places miss the mark). The rice was fragrant and paired well with everything, though pretty standard. Service was good. The atmosphere leans traditional and a bit dated, but it fits the vibe of the place. Overall: worth going for if you're craving grilled meats and a filling meal, just don't expect anything particularly refined. It's about comfort food and generous portions.

    Afghan Horseman has been in Vancouver since 1974 and used to be located on Broadway & Cambie till…read morethey moved to their current location by Granville Island over 20 years. This was my first time visiting the restaurant, and the food and service were both excellent. Looking forward to my next return. My friend and I decided the Horseman Specialty Platter which serves 2 people. We started with the Humous (yellow split pea), Sabzi Mast (spinach & yogurt dip), pita bread and a salad with cucumbers, red onions, tomatoes and feta cheese. The platter was filled with a delicious rice, baked eggplant, potatoes and 3 meats (chicken kebab, Lamb Shish Kebab, Lamb Shoulder Chop). We couldn't finish as there was so much food, so took some home. We finished with Pistachio Ice Cream (pistachio, saffron & rosewater) and it was rich and delicate and a perfect ending. Once of the best I had in town. Décor is tradition and relaxing. You can ask for the traditional floor seating or table. Reservation recommended but was can early and they were able to accommodate us. Free mall complex parking but ensure you register. Many metered parking on the streets within 2-3 block radius. The #50 bus stopped right in front of the restaurant.

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    Zarak By Afghan Kitchen

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    What a pleasant dinner. We got ourselves a booth at the back of the restaurant and had a wonderful…read moreexperience. The service was spot on and all the recommendations were superb. My personal favorites were the salmon curry and the dumplings with lentils. Go in a big group and get to try a little of everything! PS, the Secret Cake (tres leches) was my favorite of the entire meal. What a way to wrap up a perfectly well rounded meal.

    Very ethnic spot. We went for an early dinner on a Sunday without any reservation. They could still…read moreaccomodate us on the patio but the patio directly overlooks the main road and the road noise is definitely not something we enjoyed very much. No other concern other than the road noise. We were a party of three - 2 adults and one 5-year old toddler. We ordered 4 things - 1. Mantu - very good but expensive for 4 dumplings 2, Chicken Shami Kebab - Comes with super soft buttery naan bread, Melt in the mouth kebabs and possibly the best kebab of my life. My son loved it and primarily ate most of it. 3. Uzbeki Palaw - Very good but the rice to meat ratio could be disappointing. 4. One cocktail and it was very good, very ethnically inspired. Everything was amazing. Portion sizes are small and we finished everything. Our server was so warm and advised visiting during brunch hours the next time to enjoy more kebabs given we likes it the best. Other tips! 1. Service is fairly quick. We were in and out within the hour. 2. There is street parking but finding a spot may still be challenging at any point. There is parking in the building but when we visited, the entrance to it was not working. 3. Reservations are highly recommended for weekends to be seated inside which is very chic and upscale. 4. Menu is pretty kid friendly food and none of the food was remotely spicy.

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