Awesome little spot! I've probably passed by this place countless times without realizing it was…read morethere, but today I finally decided to give it a try. I wasn't very familiar with Afghan cuisine or what to expect from a halal döner kebab restaurant, but my experience was excellent. One thing I really appreciated was the open kitchen concept. As soon as you walk in, the kitchen is right there on the side, allowing you to watch the food being prepared. Everything feels transparent and fresh. I ordered the chicken gyro, which was packed with flavor and incredibly juicy. I also tried the lamb tikka and beef kofta. Watching the cooks prepare the meat on the large skewers over the grill made the experience even better. The meal came with rice and a side salad, making for a satisfying and well-balanced plate. The food was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. I'll definitely be coming back to explore more of the menu.

Found this place through Uber Eats and it's become a regular order for me -- three times and…read morecounting. The spicy jerk chicken platter is unreal. You get two tender thighs and a drumstick, all seasoned and spiced perfectly. The long grain rice is delicious, and the portions are genuinely massive for the price. The side salad and vegetables balance everything out nicely so the meal doesn't feel heavy. They include three sauces on the side, but honestly the chicken is flavorful enough on its own that I haven't really needed them. When I went in person to pick up my order, the place was really clean and well-kept, which I always appreciate. I also noticed they have desserts, so I'll definitely be trying those next time. I'd recommend ordering in person if you can -- you'll skip the extra Uber Eats fees and get the same great food for less. Hidden gem on Northern Blvd.

Delicious food at affordable prices and friendly service. I'll be back many more times! Best…read moresamosas I ever tasted. The chicken tikka is absolutely wonderful. Go!

Not so hygienic place but a good place to grab a quick bite. I always go there for tea, pakoras and…read morejhol momo. It's affordable and quick. Jhol is nice and warm, perfect for rainy and cold days.

This place is a gem, I try my best to come & enjoy their food every time I come to Jackson Heights…read more This time I came with my husband so he can try some authentic Bangladeshi food. It was Ramadan & almost time to break fast . Obviously the place was packed but they were able to give us a seat . We tried the Iftar plater & it was great. Also had to try their Rooh afzah because my hubby never tried that drink before. Like always customer service was great, price is reasonable. Food was excellent. Thank you guys for making his first experience wonderful!

The food is good over here. The service was good too. The place is nice as well. The servers were…read moregreat.

So when it comes to Pakistani cuisine, this hole in the wall take out place is probably the best in…read moreJackson Heights. The area is swamped with Bangladeshi, Nepalese, Pakistani and indian food and shops, and if you are out with a family, this may not be the place to go as there is absolutely no seating in there. This is strictly a take out place. The food is delicious, specially the chicken kababs. Their Haleem and Nihari also is probably the best in the area. The first time, I just walked in by accident just to see what this place was. After having a conversation with their main chef, he tempted me to try their Haleem as a taste test and the rest is history. From there on, whenever I am in Jackson heights, I pick up food from here. The cuisine and style is mostly from Karachi, the spice level is a bit on the higher side, but if you really want to exercise your taste buds, this is the place to go. Downside: Parking is tough in that neighborhood as it is so crowded. You may have to circle around to find parking at a bit distant.

I had experienced two times I place order. I came all the way from Long Island and when I reached…read morethere, they even don't remember my order.

Came here in the morning with a good friend and ordered the mantu, lamb shank, and chicken kebab…read more The mantu were well spiced and served with a yoghurt sauce, and the lamb meat was so tender, it fell off the bone. Yet the unexpected star of the show was the chicken kebab!! It was so tender and marinated I still dream of it sometimes. The dishes came with some scrumptious rice filled with raisins and carrots, as well as a salad. Eating here reminded me that the expert in any field has mastered the basics. While the ingredients were so simple, they were cooked to perfection. And it was so enjoyable to eat this meal in a restaurant with decor that wasn't over the top, but felt like home. Service was great, but there is a mandatory 20% gratuity if you come here with a group.

My friend who is local to the neighborhood brought me here; I was immediately impressed with the…read moredecor and the spaciousness of the restaurant relative to how it looked outside. The food outshined its reputation and the service was great, very friendly staff with even a free milk pudding dessert! We got the traditional Uzbeki Qabili Pulao - THIS DISH my goodness, both my friend and I were thoroughly impressed by how the lamb was seasoned and cooked to perfection, we really enjoyed the rice with the carrots and raisins - even if you aren't a fan of those two items I would try the dish as it's meant to be prepared. For appetizers, we got the Sabzi which was a nice vegetarian option with spinach, as well as the small afghan salad (normal diced cucumbers and tomatoes), the mantu dumplings which were pretty good and the Afghan naan which is just a vehicle for eating the dips. I would 1000% come here again and bring a friend if I were in Astoria. It seems popular with both locals and larger groups of families; lots of the tables inside had kids. It appears to be BYOB though we stuck to sparkling water.

Stumbled upon here and decided to give it a try. The decor is nice and clean and a good sized…read morespace. I ordered the royal mix grill to try some of their kebabs. It came with the beef kofta, chicken tikka, lamb chop, rice, salad, and pita. I also got an extra chicken kofta. It was too spicy for my taste. The beef and chicken kofta both tasted the same. Chicken tikka was ok. Rice was good, salad was a big soggy and pita could have been bigger considering this is meant to be shareable. Best part was the lamb chop. Wish it had one piece more. All in all it's ok.

Small, hole in the wall restaurant. Very very clean and…read morefriendly service. First off you'll have a little wait because it's being made fresh. Waited like 30 min. Got free fries as I waited for my food. What can I say, the food was exceptional and it tasted amazing. Definitely worth it. Inexpensive and tasty. The naga hot sauce isn't for the weak, so please be careful. Definitely try it out

Kabab King came highly recommended by Mayor Mamdani, and I completely agree--it was worth the time…read moreand money. We ordered the special karahi goat meat and momos, kebabs, and onion and potato kulchas, and everything was amazing. It's been years since I've had goat curry this good. We're going back today for the tandoori fish. Highly recommended--Mayor Mamdani definitely knows his Indian food.

Ordered: 4 Steamed Chicken Momos (~$6)…read moreGoat Shinwari Karahi (~$20) Tandoori Mix (~$22) Chicken Biryani (~$14) Sesame Naan (~$3) Kashmiri Tea (~$3) Aya's take: Kabab King has officially been put on the map thanks to our Mayor Mamdani who says this is one of his favorite spots! Jackson Heights has no shortage of great Southeast Asian food, so I was excited to give this spot a try. They have dine-in option and plenty of seating upstairs while the downstairs is just for takeout and was much busier. The Steamed Chicken Momos were satisfying, warm, and well-seasoned. There was a bit too much dough for my liking but I did enjoy the flavors. The Tandoori Mix was a nice assortment of various cuts of chicken & beef. Many of the pieces were on the dry side but again, the flavor was there. The Goat Shinwari Karahi is definitely worth getting. The goat was super tender and aromatic and the karahi is fragrant and made well. It's super greasy which I didn't like, and it wasn't served with anything. If you want rice/naan on the side, you need to add that on yourself. Nonetheless, for ~$20, it's still a great deal. The Chicken Biryani was fluffy, aromatic & fragrant, and filled with a good portion of chicken. This was the base for the other dishes we got and truly paired well with everything. The portion was perfect for 4 people and at ~$14, that's an unbeatable price! I also loved the Sesame Naan which scooped up the karahi sauce so well! The Kashmiri Tea here is so good! The pistachios are well incorporated so you don't feel like you're chewing so much while sipping, and the tea is rich & soothing. It's definitely cheap comfort food and we left feeling fill & satisfied but I wouldn't go out of my way for it. Solid try!

What a fantastic find right outside HMart. The owner is an absolute treasure, So nice and kind…read more Whe we stopped by. He noticed that my daughter's were hungry, and instead of waiting for all our skewers to be done, he handed then each a skewer to munch on as we waitednfor the rest ro be done. They're open nice and late (I've been there at 10 p.m.), which is a huge plus, and they even have a couple of small tables with chairs if you want to eat right there. As for the food, I've tried the lamb, chicken, and squid skewers. The lamb and chicken were both succulent, perfectly cooked, and really well-balanced in flavor. The squid was tasty too, though the seasoning comes through more strongly since squid itself is milder. For the amount of protein you get, the prices are very reasonable, even cheap. A solid spot all around. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed.

You can't get anything better for the price. We don't have too many of this place in the US where…read moreit opens really late. It's more common in Asia. Having walked around NYC all day this place is a godsend to grab late night snacks near our hotel. There's a long line so need to be patience.