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This morning, eight of us went to Kabobistan in Arlington for breakfast, and it was a complete disaster. The pictures might look nice, but don't be fooled the food was terrible. I honestly don't understand how this place has so many good reviews. Let's start with the service - after waiting 1 hour and 10 minutes, our food was finally served, but by then, we had completely lost our appetite. Many customers even left because of the long wait. Now, coming to the food: * The parathas were straight out of the freezer, fried, and served like that--completely lacking freshness. * The egg dishes were a nightmare. * The scrambled eggs had no salt or pepper--just plain and tasteless. * The shakshuka had a strong raw tomato purée smell, making it unpleasant to eat. * The Afghani eggs had so much tomato that it felt like we ordered a tomato dish, not eggs. * The pepperoni eggs were ruined--the pepperoni was overcooked and tough, and one side of the egg was completely hard-fried. This was one of the worst breakfast experiences I've ever had. Frozen food, poor seasoning, excessive tomato, and a painfully long wait time--nothing was right. Definitely not recommended.
I had a good experience at this Afghan restaurant. This place occupies a large space. Large enough to accommodate a dine-in restaurant operation, so when I did not see many customers on the inside of the restaurant I wondered if that was an indication of less than stellar food or customer service. The food is delicious and was made to order which I appreciate. Normally when I dine at Afghan restaurants I stick to my basics such as chicken and lamb. After all, the food is Halal, so the chicken and lamb is going to be prepared near perfect according to customs and traditional flavors. The food was hot and fresh. The customer service was also friendly. Overall this was a good experience and I will visit again when in the area. Give them a try and see for yourself.
This is an update: a recent addition to the menu is sheeryakh, which is Afghan ice cream made the old fashioned way in a metal bucket surrounded by ice and salt that is then frozen and made right in front of your eyes. It's a lot of work for the employee, and the results are heavenly - deep cardamom flavor topped with rosewater and chopped nuts, this is THE BEST ice cream in all of Arlington. It takes a few minutes to freeze and to be scraped off the sides, but it is worth every minute. It is NOT on the menu except there is a picture of it on the counter, but it is definitely there. There is nothing like this ice cream, and I imagine it is not unlike what you would find in the sheeryakh vendors on the streets of Kabul.
This place has the most authentic Afghan food in the area. The kebab melts in your mouth and the service is exceptionally good.. if you're looking for Afgan ice cream or Afghan Cuisine you look no further. I recommend their delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner .
Legitimately love this place. I get take out at least once a week because I just love kabobs so much. The recipe is authentic and the owners are amazing. I love supporting the local Columbia pike businesses because they're so friendly and I love this neighborhood. One time we came during brunch time and it was so packed. Unfortunately, the server forgot about us but the guy owner realized it and felt bad. We appreciated his apology and it was busy so we didn't mind. Food is delicious and affordable too. There is a parking garage in the building so it's nice to dine in when you can. The tables have good spaces between them. I have yet to try the Turkish breakfast. I am intimidated because we've seen it in person and it's A LOT of food. Probably can feed 4-6 people lol. So we need to bring more people to eat the breakfast!
I'm always happy when new spots open in the neighborhood, and I love Afghan cuisine, so had been looking forward to trying this fast-casual restaurant. It's no Aracosia or Helmand, and I liked the good the first time, but not the second, The first time I visited, I got the lamb kabob. They grill the meat while you wait, so it took about 10 minutes, which was fine. It came with rice and bread. The in-person menu notes in comes with salad, but it does not. My side was chickpeas, and I also ordered bouranee, because that's one of my favorites. The lamb was good, but tiny pieces. I enjoyed the chickpeas. Loved the flavorful bouranee baunjaun and the bread with green sauce is always a fave. Rice was fine. No kadu/kadu turnovers, which is too bad, but understandable. The second time I orders the vegetable platter with chickpeas, eggplant, potatoes, and rice. I ordered a side of the bread but inexplicably was given another side of rice. Everything was bland and oily, As others have mentioned, the staff isn't that friendly. Not only is the customer service lacking, no one looked happy. Also, the portions are small. I can usually get takeout and have leftovers for at least another full meal. Here, I only had a little leftover. And, you have to speak loudly. I had to repeat my order. And, I asked for an appetizer of bouranee baunjaun, but got a side instead. Between the rude staff, incorrect orders, and bad food, I'd skip.
That was a deliciously wonderful experience casual dining experience. We were meeting a friend who is visit Arlington. I looked around for a new spot we could try & thankful stumbled across Kabobistan Arlington. Everything was good to great, no one was disappointed with any of the selections. I got a lamb kabob. Hubby went with a chicken kabob, & our friend tried a sandwich. The sandwich was huge & looked like at least two meals. We enjoyed the rice, several side dishes (the chick peas were very good). I loved my kabob, especially with the yogurt sauce & onions & wrapped in some naan. Speaking of naan -- it's fresh, like you can watch them make it fresh. I enjoyed everything with the naan although I think the eggplant & yogurt sauce were particularly delish. We split a dessert to wrap it up (don't judge me). It was a pistachio baklava & it was so good . If the food wasn't enough to get it five stars (it was, don't worry) the staff would have helped with my rating. From the nice man who was cooking sides & prepping naan to the owner who was chatting with us about starting a restaurant during a pandemic & asking for feedback on our different dishes. I wish I had more pictures but we started munching the appetizers before I fully in Yelp mode, I did get pics of the main dishes. This is someplace we are thinking we will visit again so there will likely be more pictures.
I've been excited to try Kabobistan since way back when they still had the "Coming Soon" sign on the glass. Last night, I finally got my chance! Dad ordered a gyro kabob sandwich, and I got the boneless chicken kabob entree (A1), which comes with a huge oval-shaped piece of homemade Afghan tandoori bread. The rice is seasoned with what looks like cumin seeds, and I loved it (which is saying a lot, since I'll choose noodles over rice every day of the week). For my side veggie, I chose the spinach, which was okay (not too salty or watery) but nothing to write home about (next time, I will try the okra). The chicken is cooked and seasoned PERFECTLY. I was supposed to be sharing, but that wasn't so easy after the first bite. I'm glad I did share, however, because dad's gyro was equally yummy. We destroyed the tandoori bread, which comes with two sauces - an herby oil that packs a punch, and a yogurt-based sauce that is a great compliment to the seasoned meats and onions. I can't wait until the next time we go back. All that food for less than $25. At a place like Lebanese Taverna, you're going to pay $25 per entree, and the chicken won't be as juicy as it is at Kabobistan Arlington.
For the people claiming they have bad customer service, that was NOT my exoerinece. In fact, they were beyond polite and friendly. My sister suggested this restaurant for late afternoon lunch - I was a little hesitant because I'm not a fan of chik peas. We got the restaurant and it's about 85° outside and they had 3 medium size fan and no AC. We ordered and were told it would be a 15 minutes wait. Even though we ordered carry out we decided to eat there. They served us water while we waited. The Chicken Kabob is tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. As mentioned before I'm not a fan of chickpeas but their chickpeas changed my mind - The best chickpeas I've had in the area. The rice cooked to perfection. I will definitely be back and would recommend this restaurant to anyone wanting chicken kabob I will saying the portion size is indeed small
We were looking for a place to have Afghan breakfast and other goodies. We decided to take a 30 minute drive to come and try the food here. We ordered breakfast, some sheer chai, and couple of lunch items. Everything was top notch and very good. It is worth going here for breakfast or any other item from regular menu.
My friend and I stopped by for dinner last Tuesday. The interior is more casual. I ordered and paid at the front and they deliver the food to our table when it's ready in a cafeteria tray. A1 BONELESS CHICKEN BREAST KABOB - 14.95 The pricing for how much food I got is pretty worth it. My order came with 6 chunks of well-seasoned chicken breast cubes, a bed of seasoned rice with some sweetened, julienne carrots. The chicken was decent, nothing special. The rice was enjoyable on its own and the carrots added on top was a good touch. We also could choose a side with each order and I got the chickpeas, which was more on the saucy side that was quite delicious. The order also comes with a huge piece of bread that was pretty chewy and went well with everything else I ordered. Overall, solid option! The boneless chicken breast kabob was good, but nothing out of ordinary. The pricing here is good (compared to other parts of Arlington), and I'd recommend it if you're nearby and craving kabobs! read more
1 year ago
Great lunch spot with delicious food. The food is on par with every kabob spot we frequent so we'll definitely stop by again for lunch when in the area. Plenty of space for seating and prompt service is what you can expect upon entry. Give this place a try for some good Afghan food. read more
7 months ago
This place is terrible people in the kitchen. You guys better be checking that they're hygiene and I don't think it's a safe place. read more
2 years ago
This morning, eight of us went to Kabobistan in Arlington for breakfast, and it was a complete disaster. The pictures might look nice, but don't be fooled the food was terrible. I honestly don't understand how this place has so many good reviews. Let's start with the service - after waiting 1 hour and 10 minutes, our food was finally served, but by then, we had completely lost our appetite. Many customers even left because of the long wait. Now, coming to the food: * The parathas were straight out of the freezer, fried, and served like that--completely lacking freshness. * The egg dishes were a nightmare. * The scrambled eggs had no salt or pepper--just plain and tasteless. * The shakshuka had a strong raw tomato purée smell, making it unpleasant to eat. * The Afghani eggs had so much tomato that it felt like we ordered a tomato dish, not eggs. * The pepperoni eggs were ruined--the pepperoni was overcooked and tough, and one side of the egg was completely hard-fried. This was one of the worst breakfast experiences I've ever had. Frozen food, poor seasoning, excessive tomato, and a painfully long wait time--nothing was right. Definitely not recommended. read more
9 months ago
I had a good experience at this Afghan restaurant. This place occupies a large space. Large enough to accommodate a dine-in restaurant operation, so when I did not see many customers on the inside of the restaurant I wondered if that was an indication of less than stellar food or customer service. The food is delicious and was made to order which I appreciate. Normally when I dine at Afghan restaurants I stick to my basics such as chicken and lamb. After all, the food is Halal, so the chicken and lamb is going to be prepared near perfect according to customs and traditional flavors. The food was hot and fresh. The customer service was also friendly. Overall this was a good experience and I will visit again when in the area. Give them a try and see for yourself. read more
This is an update: a recent addition to the menu is sheeryakh, which is Afghan ice cream made the old fashioned way in a metal bucket surrounded by ice and salt that is then frozen and made right in front of your eyes. It's a lot of work for the employee, and the results are heavenly - deep cardamom flavor topped with rosewater and chopped nuts, this is THE BEST ice cream in all of Arlington. It takes a few minutes to freeze and to be scraped off the sides, but it is worth every minute. It is NOT on the menu except there is a picture of it on the counter, but it is definitely there. There is nothing like this ice cream, and I imagine it is not unlike what you would find in the sheeryakh vendors on the streets of Kabul. read more
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This place has the most authentic Afghan food in the area. The kebab melts in your mouth and the service is exceptionally good.. if you're looking for Afgan ice cream or Afghan Cuisine you look no further. I recommend their delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner . read more
Legitimately love this place. I get take out at least once a week because I just love kabobs so much. The recipe is authentic and the owners are amazing. I love supporting the local Columbia pike businesses because they're so friendly and I love this neighborhood. One time we came during brunch time and it was so packed. Unfortunately, the server forgot about us but the guy owner realized it and felt bad. We appreciated his apology and it was busy so we didn't mind. Food is delicious and affordable too. There is a parking garage in the building so it's nice to dine in when you can. The tables have good spaces between them. I have yet to try the Turkish breakfast. I am intimidated because we've seen it in person and it's A LOT of food. Probably can feed 4-6 people lol. So we need to bring more people to eat the breakfast! read more
I'm always happy when new spots open in the neighborhood, and I love Afghan cuisine, so had been looking forward to trying this fast-casual restaurant. It's no Aracosia or Helmand, and I liked the good the first time, but not the second, The first time I visited, I got the lamb kabob. They grill the meat while you wait, so it took about 10 minutes, which was fine. It came with rice and bread. The in-person menu notes in comes with salad, but it does not. My side was chickpeas, and I also ordered bouranee, because that's one of my favorites. The lamb was good, but tiny pieces. I enjoyed the chickpeas. Loved the flavorful bouranee baunjaun and the bread with green sauce is always a fave. Rice was fine. No kadu/kadu turnovers, which is too bad, but understandable. The second time I orders the vegetable platter with chickpeas, eggplant, potatoes, and rice. I ordered a side of the bread but inexplicably was given another side of rice. Everything was bland and oily, As others have mentioned, the staff isn't that friendly. Not only is the customer service lacking, no one looked happy. Also, the portions are small. I can usually get takeout and have leftovers for at least another full meal. Here, I only had a little leftover. And, you have to speak loudly. I had to repeat my order. And, I asked for an appetizer of bouranee baunjaun, but got a side instead. Between the rude staff, incorrect orders, and bad food, I'd skip. read more
2 years ago
That was a deliciously wonderful experience casual dining experience. We were meeting a friend who is visit Arlington. I looked around for a new spot we could try & thankful stumbled across Kabobistan Arlington. Everything was good to great, no one was disappointed with any of the selections. I got a lamb kabob. Hubby went with a chicken kabob, & our friend tried a sandwich. The sandwich was huge & looked like at least two meals. We enjoyed the rice, several side dishes (the chick peas were very good). I loved my kabob, especially with the yogurt sauce & onions & wrapped in some naan. Speaking of naan -- it's fresh, like you can watch them make it fresh. I enjoyed everything with the naan although I think the eggplant & yogurt sauce were particularly delish. We split a dessert to wrap it up (don't judge me). It was a pistachio baklava & it was so good . If the food wasn't enough to get it five stars (it was, don't worry) the staff would have helped with my rating. From the nice man who was cooking sides & prepping naan to the owner who was chatting with us about starting a restaurant during a pandemic & asking for feedback on our different dishes. I wish I had more pictures but we started munching the appetizers before I fully in Yelp mode, I did get pics of the main dishes. This is someplace we are thinking we will visit again so there will likely be more pictures. read more
1 year ago
I've been excited to try Kabobistan since way back when they still had the "Coming Soon" sign on the glass. Last night, I finally got my chance! Dad ordered a gyro kabob sandwich, and I got the boneless chicken kabob entree (A1), which comes with a huge oval-shaped piece of homemade Afghan tandoori bread. The rice is seasoned with what looks like cumin seeds, and I loved it (which is saying a lot, since I'll choose noodles over rice every day of the week). For my side veggie, I chose the spinach, which was okay (not too salty or watery) but nothing to write home about (next time, I will try the okra). The chicken is cooked and seasoned PERFECTLY. I was supposed to be sharing, but that wasn't so easy after the first bite. I'm glad I did share, however, because dad's gyro was equally yummy. We destroyed the tandoori bread, which comes with two sauces - an herby oil that packs a punch, and a yogurt-based sauce that is a great compliment to the seasoned meats and onions. I can't wait until the next time we go back. All that food for less than $25. At a place like Lebanese Taverna, you're going to pay $25 per entree, and the chicken won't be as juicy as it is at Kabobistan Arlington. read more
For the people claiming they have bad customer service, that was NOT my exoerinece. In fact, they were beyond polite and friendly. My sister suggested this restaurant for late afternoon lunch - I was a little hesitant because I'm not a fan of chik peas. We got the restaurant and it's about 85° outside and they had 3 medium size fan and no AC. We ordered and were told it would be a 15 minutes wait. Even though we ordered carry out we decided to eat there. They served us water while we waited. The Chicken Kabob is tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. As mentioned before I'm not a fan of chickpeas but their chickpeas changed my mind - The best chickpeas I've had in the area. The rice cooked to perfection. I will definitely be back and would recommend this restaurant to anyone wanting chicken kabob I will saying the portion size is indeed small read more
We were looking for a place to have Afghan breakfast and other goodies. We decided to take a 30 minute drive to come and try the food here. We ordered breakfast, some sheer chai, and couple of lunch items. Everything was top notch and very good. It is worth going here for breakfast or any other item from regular menu. read more
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Some of the best kabobs in Arlington, and a uniquely delicious breakfast menu. Highly recommend. read more
3 years ago
My friend got Kabobistan catering for a small get together and I was really impressed! I really liked the chicken and the sides we got of chickpea, collard greens and okra! I thought that the naan was a bit dry (but it most likely might have been because of the time difference from the restaurant to eating it only an hour and a half later). I thought the chicken could be a bit more softer but otherwise the spices were on point! Took second helping of everything ! read more
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When I lived on Columbia Pike I kid you not this place saved my life. Amazing food. The chickpea side dish is also great! I always get the chicken and rice dish. read more
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I've had delivery from here twice and both times the food was great. I felt like the serving amount was also worth the money. I will definitely have to try their food in-person. read more
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Breakfast is great: pretty close to authentic Afghan eggs. No complaints about food. Very busy on Sunday breakfast so food does take a while and low on service staff.Be prepared to wait read more
3 years ago
I tried this place on Sunday and I was quite impressed! I haven't been to an Afghan restaurant that serves breakfast so I was so excited to try this place out. There is parking at the back restaurant but my friend and I found street parking. When we got there the place was not super busy so we were seated right away. One thing I wasn't a big fan of was the customer service. The customer service wasn't bad but it wasn't amazing either. The waitress we had wasn't attentive to us once the restaurant got busy. I have to knock off one star due to the service we had. On to the food, we ordered the Ottoman Breakfast. On the menu it says it's for two people but wow it was a lot of food. I feel like it is better for 4 people because we were struggling to finish. We kept eating because it was so good! The ottoman breakfast comes with one egg dish of your choice. We went with the shakshuka that comes with the breakfast and ordered another shakshuka so we both had our own. The breakfast itself includes a variety of dips, some fruits, veggies, nuts and cheeses. It also comes with fries, fried eggplant that's covered in yogurt, naan, and Turkish tea. The only item I did not like was the olives. I usually love olives but these ones were bitter. Everything else I loved! The shakshuka dish is cooked eggs in tomatoes and onions with cilantro on top. It was so good, I couldn't finish mine because I was so full but I wish I did Everything was seriously so delicious! Overall I will definitely be coming back when I am in the mood for brunch read more
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