Had the pleasure of meeting Rafi, Afghan George Clooney (his words, not mine) and trying Kabul Grill for the first time after finding it on Yelp. My friend and I got the barg kabob with naan and the Sabzi palak (beef with spinach) that we got with rice. Both were good, but I enjoyed the texture of the meat and spinach dish more. The rice was flavorful. I overheard Rafi explaining to the other table and folks that got takeout that it would be an extra charge, but he could customize their orders, which I thought was nice that he was very transparent with them upfront and willing to work with the customer so that they could order the items that they want. I also appreciated him explaining to my friend that Turkish coffee comes with sugar and not milk and clarifying if she was OK with that before he made the coffee. We were given free firnee. Rafi was kind to check if we are allergic to dairy before offering it to us. Overall, the food was good. Service was fine and there was free parking in the back. read more

Visited on a Sunday around 5 PM with family and was seated right away. The hostess, who also served as our waitress, was very friendly and welcoming. We already knew what we wanted for our entrées but decided to start with a few appetizers. Based on her recommendation, we tried the Mantoo (steamed chicken dumplings) and Kashk Badenjan (eggplant dish). Both were flavorful and enjoyed by everyone at the table. For our main course, we ordered the Mixed Grill Combination, which included lamb tikka, lamb kebab, jujeh, and chicken tikka. The portion was generous--perfect for sharing and even better for leftovers. It happened to be my aunts birthday and we were offered a traditional Afghan dessert, Firnee. It was a pudding topped with pistachios. It was creamy and sweet. Such a thoughtful gesture. By the way they also offer BYOB, which is a nice bonus. Overall, great food, friendly service, and an enjoyable dining experience. read more

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Been to Kabul in Afghanistan . Check! Love Grilling. Check! Been to and loved Kabul Grill Hicksville, Check and Check mate! Win Win!! 2018 - first memorable visit to Kabul Grill w my dear Yelp sis Christina J.( have photos on Yelp ). 2025 - Sunday April 6th - so blessed that 6 of us brothers and buddies who can never get together for a meal where we have the common overlapping free time and can just sit and enjoy- were able to do so courtesy the love, the care , the environment, the beautiful and tasty food from Rafi and his outstanding restaurant " Kabul Grill" on N Broadway in Hicksville. Could not have picked a more perfect place for this reunion. What can you expect? A 5 star " how can we spoil you" fest by the happy and proud new grandpa Rafi and his wonderful team. The food - every single item from the appetizers - the mantoo dumplings, the killer sambosas, the hummus, the eggplant, the crazy good bread, the sauces to the entrees - chicken breast kabob, lamb chops, salmon tikka kabob( OMGGGGG); the rice, more hot n fresh naan bread and then the desserts - yes us Gavones still had some room for the milky and smooth Firni pudding and the beautiful baklava. The black tea with cardamom was so good. I had to call the guys to make sure they got home OK after this non stop eat fest. The flavors are unique. The quality of the meats is top notch. The mild spices and garnishing used is epic. The portions are generous. This was a meal fit for 6 very hungry and picky eaters who enjoyed every single item and ate like and were treated like royalty. Love the beautiful tea pots( photo) and the warm interior. It came to $600 for 6 of us including tip and this had to be one of the best meals actually feasts I have experienced on Long Island. Worth every single penny and then some!!!!!!!! Rafi took great care of us. I will definitely be back!!!!!!!! Not going to wait 7 years this time read more

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What an amazing place! The food is awesome, but the warmth and welcome feeling from Rafi (Afghan George Clooney) truly make the place. We had a wonderful meal sampling his recommendations and can heartily recommend to anyone to give it a try.... you won't be disappointed! read more

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All the food was delicious, meat was perfectly seasoned, tender, and super flavorful. Portion size was also very decent. Service was wonderful. The man in charge is a delight to talk to and receive service from. The ambiance is cute, cozy, while also feeling slightly fancy. Will be coming back. read more

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Such hospitality & delicious food....love this place!!!! Try the Sultani Kabob (my go to) & the Qabeli Palau w/Lamb Shank (wife's) as well as their fresh made Naan to guzzle their white & green sauces down.... read more

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Local spot for cultural Afghan food. Nice family run establishment with friendly service. Would say go for any of the doner plates or the chicken shish kebob. The afghan rice that accompanies them was flavorful and tasty. The mains was tender and juicy with that nice char. The complimentary hummus and bread was warm which makes great for dipping. Nice place for lunch or dinner. read more

Loved it, Frequent visitor, fantastic food, big fan of kabuli Pulav. Great smiling hosts! read more

I went to Kabill Grill for lunch and I was so impressed with the service and the food was excellent. I look forward to going there again.

A delicious meal with top-notch hospitality! We went as a large group on a recommendation from a friend's parents. No one in the group was an expert of Afghani food, so we got an appetizer sampler to start off. They gave us free naan to dip with. I loved the borani banjan, with the flavorful and creamy eggplant. The salad was served before the entree. And at this point, I did already feel pretty full. But I rallied for the sabzi palak. The bits of beef inside the stew were perfectly tender, which was great because I couldn't chew very well that day. We had to rush for a post-dinner reservation, but I wish we could have stayed and enjoyed the complementary dessert at a more leisurely pace. Kabul Grill was a wonderful introduction to Afghan food, and I hope to visit again soon! read more

Kabul Grill - Palak - Afghan Near Me - Hicksville, New York

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Some of the best Afghan food I've had! Will definitely be returning! I tried the Awshak, Sultani kebab, and Firnee for dessert. All were spectacular. Awshak: the leeks were well seasoned inside the dumplings and they did not stick together at all. The ground beef and lentils over the top added nice textures and flavors and were not overly greasy. The yogurt was tangy and cooling which cut the meat well. The cilantro and herbs also added nice freshness. Sultani: both the kobideh (ground kebab) and the barg (thin sliced beef) were tender, well seasoned, and smoked well. The onions with sumac and the basmati rice with zereshk berries added a nice sweet and tart contrast. They paired very nicely. Firnee: I usually hesitate with firnee because the texture is hard to make grit free and smooth. This one was silky smooth and the crushed pistachio and cardamom flavors paired well. It was a tad too sweet but was so well made in terms of texture, ai would gladly order again. Whole meal was exceptional! Highly recommend! read more

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Food was delicious!! Server was very kind and attentive, we got our food so quick. The place also had a nice vibe, perfect for dinner with the family or a couple friends. read more

Kabul Grill - Combo 1 (chicken) - Afghan Near Me - Hicksville, New York

A few of us stopped in before a business meeting down the block. Great food and excellent hospitality. We'll be back.

Food is delicious. Very clean restaurant and the owner is super welcoming will come back again. Plenty of parking read more

Kabul Grill - Forgot to take the picture at the begging - Afghan Near Me - Hicksville, New York

Terrible food. Kabab was smelly, must've been old meat they reused. Portion was small and overpriced. Family size mantoo was like a single size. Presentation was mediocre. Embarrassment to Afghan food read more

First of I want to say the customer service was phenomenal. Our server repeated our order. Checked on us appropriately while being sincerely friendly. The food was delicious. The ambiance was nice and humble. I definitely recommend checking out Kabul Grill. Two thumbs all the way UP. read more

Kabul Grill - Sultani Kabob - Afghan Near Me - Hicksville, New York

Surprisingly small but spacious spot with fresh food! Very specific menu and great place to open your fast/have iftaar. Hummus was amazing! A little too much rice to meat but the meat is flavorful. Good spot! Service is top notch - family owned, does great with regulars and big groups. read more

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Had dinner here with a group of friends-- the food was absolutely incredible. You could tell all of the ingredients were fresh and everything was made to order. The naan and hummus was my favorite, as well as the chicken kebab. The owner and server were friendly and we really enjoyed our meal. We will definitely be back! read more

No matter how far I move away from NY, Kabul Grill will always be a staple in my life. The absolute best in terms of food and service. Thank you for never disappointing me or my family in the past 25+ years. read more

Kabul Grill - Afghan Near Me - Hicksville, New York

Food is excellent and authentic and service is friendly. All in all, a decent Mediterranean spot on LI.

The food was amazing, I eat kebabs a lot, and this was by far some of the best kebabs I've ever had. Highly recommend!

Food and service were excellent. Staff was very friendly. Price was very reasonable. Highly recommend.

We pass by this place so many times, yet have never tried the food until tonight. This place is incredible. The service is fantastic. Family owned and operated, so friendly and warm. We tried the bolanee and the Bulanee Gandana for appetizers. Supper flaky and not oily, filling was really good. I had the Awshak, and it was beyond delicious. The dumplings were so delicate and tasty. The yogurt sauce added a refreshing taste with the combination of the meat sauce. It was absolutely fantastic. We will be back for sure! read more

Kabul Grill - Afghan Near Me - Hicksville, New York

We are new to Afghani food and we could not believe how delicious everything was! We each had one of the mixed grills and found the different types of meat so tender and so beautifully flavored. The service was excellent and friendly. We can't wait to go back! read more

We've passed this place by so many times and finally came for dinner. it's a family owned place and the 2 young ladies serving were so friendly. We got the hummus and spinach spanakopita-like apps. the hummus was so light, well seasoned and a bit spicy. the portions are so generous and you don't end up feeling stuffed. I cannot wait to try more im things on the menu! read more

Kabul Grill - hummus - Afghan Near Me - Hicksville, New York

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Amazing food service and ambiance everytime I come to Long Island I have to stop by they deserve way more customers in my opinion if you haven't went i recommend going 1000% read more

Kabul Grill - Afghan Near Me - Hicksville, New York

Perfection always. This restaurant is family owned and they treat every patron as if they are their own. I have been coming here for years and moved out east 7 years ago and drive out of my way to come here. Reason being is because the food is always consistent and the way I'm treated as their guest. This level of kindness makes the difference in a business and they always go the extra mile to make sure their food meets complete satisfaction. Love them and highly recommend! read more

First time at an afghan restaurant and it did not disappoint:) The lamb shank special was really yummy, as were the apps and the dessert. Ambiance is nice and cozy and the decor is super cute inside the restaurant. Owners were super friendly as well! read more

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Fantastic dining experience. Authentic and tasty food. The ambience and service is top notch. Perfect place to dine with family.

I visited at lunch tome and the restaurant manager himself served the food to me. We had a nice chat, as he is a very sociable individual. The food was delectable and well seasoned. I had grilled chicken, with white rice and Zereshk berries (as an addition), since it wasa relatively smaller meal. It actually wasn't that small, enough for me to take leftovers. I did not expect much as it is a fairly standard fair, but it was actually very good! I also got a chance to sample Naan, and even Hummus, which I also did not have much expectations for as a middle-eastern diner, but I was pleasantly surprised by the subtle but unique seasoning. The salad was the only thing not quite on par with the other dishes, but then again I don't know how common green salad is in authentic Afghan cuisine. The restaurant is a cloth table establishment and has a tasteful decore. I noticed a beautiful authentic looking sitting area at the very front of the restaurant for a group. All in all I greatly recommend this lovely restaurant! read more

Kabul Grill - Chicken over rice with a side of sweet and sour Zareshk berries. - Afghan Near Me - Hicksville, New York

Food is delicious and service is great and very personal. There is a family atmosphere.

Stopped in for a quick bite and was so pleased with this place. The owner was so welcoming and accommodating. The food was absolutely delicious. Will definitely stop in here again when in the neighborhood.! read more

Great food; very nice staff! We happened to drive by and took a chance. Highly recommend. Casual and relaxed.

My husband and I were looking for a vegetarian meal in the Hicksville area and we are so glad we tried Kabul Grill. The service was excellent. The host was very attentive and friendly, and made some great recommendations. The restaurant is very comfortable and the pot of cardamon tea was very welcome on a cold and rainy evening. We started with the Sampler Platter, which had delicious Hummus, Buranee Badenjan (eggplant), and Bulanee (fried turnovers with leeks), served with warm Naan. We were really impressed with the perfect blend of spices and fresh tastes. I had the spinach entree with white balsamic rice, and my husband had the falafel with brown balsamic rice. The servings were very generous and everything was delicious! We look forward to going back! read more

Date night turned Delicious!!! I would give the ranking way higher than 5 stars. The gentleman in the dining room was nothing less than 110% attentive to details and extraordinarily hospitable. Everything we tried on the menu from 4 appetizers, most of the grilled meats and some sides and dips were all delicious and had wonderful flavors.I loved the hot sauce too! The bread was crispy on the bottom and super fluffy and delicious. My wife and I will absolutely be going back with our children and friends. Thank you for a wonderful dining experience. read more

This is a gem in a nice corner across the street from the Hicksville mall. They recently renovated and added authentic Afghan mats. The young lady in the front who took our orders was friendly and courteous which is pretty refreshing. We got complimentary bread and desert. The food itself was absolutely delicious - the rice was soft and fluffy and the kabobs were juicy and flavorful. You must visit this place next time you shop thru IKEA ... it's just the place to rest and eat before you head home ! read more

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Great family owned restaurant. I had the Aush-e-berida and it was delicious. Owners were laidback and friendly. The service was amazing.

Best hummus and afghan naan. All the kebabs are so tender and flavorful. Nice decor and excellent service.

The food was very good, also very clean and the staff was absolutely amazing. Had a great time and experience.

It's 10:16am I get a text from one of the kindest biggest hearted people I have the pleasure of knowing Ray N. He's in town & wanted to spoil me for my Born Day. So sweet. He asks when I'm available. They open at 12pm & Ray says there's no time like the present. See ya there! Both Ray & I've been eyeing it for awhile. Now I'm not an Afghan food expert by any means. Truth be told I've only had it twice before today. But I am so glad we chose here. Hospitality & humor go a long way with me. And Rafi & Morsal (guessing on the spelling) gave us both generously. But it's a restaurant and this is about the food........ Delicious!!! Every morsel packed with flavor! We started with apps. A small salad was brought out followed by hummus with warm bread, kinda like a pita had a baby with roti. Very good. Then Rafi the owner brought over a beef dumpling called Mantu. The dumpling was light & tender served with a tomato sauce & yogurt on top. Then there were 2 sauces on the table that were incredibly zesty & spicy & complimented the mantu perfectly. Ray chose the Salmon Kebab platter while I ordered the Cornish Hen. Both with the Afghan brown rice. I asked for sumac & yogurt sauce which took both delicious dishes to another level of goodness. Oh and don't let me forget the hot spiced tea with the sugar cubes. I love tea served in clear glass cups & sugar cubes make me nostalgic LOL! Rafi told us they've been here for 18 years. I can definitely see why. Thank you Ray for your kindness & generosity. Thanks to Rafi & Morsal for providing such a delicious meal with warm & welcoming awesome customer service!!! 11-12-2018 read more

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