My godson and I tried Baba Kabob yesterday while we were taking a break from playing Magic at At…read moreEase Games near Harbor Freight. Baba Kabob is no-frills, but friendly, down-to-earth, and pretty tasty. I ordered a chicken shawarma sandwich and my godson ordered the Baba kabob, which is essentially the same but with gyro meat included. Both sandwiches also came with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and tzatziki. My favorite thing about these sandwiches was how non-greasy they were. Sometimes halal street food can get greasy or overly oily, but these sandwiches weren't like that. Also, the meat tasted pretty high quality. The large bottle of sriracha at the table was a nice plus, too. Overall, pretty tasty, fresh halal street food. Prices are slightly steep, but the quality, atmosphere, and customer service offset that enough.

Delicious dinner tonight at Baba Kabob. The small spot was full of Afghani families, and we were…read morefortunate to nab the last booth. For me, the rices were standout here - both the plain and the extra side of cranberry/carrot kabuli rice that I ordered because the menu pic looked so scrumptious (and it was!) As for the meats - never tried Chaplin before, and enjoyed the bold spices. The lamb kebab was puzzling, as it didn't smell or taste like any lamb we'd tried before. The spicy chicken shawarma was so juicy, and definitely packed a punch, which was tempered by the soft and pillowy pita bread. Friendly service, and warm, family-oriented environment.

Incredible restaurant in the heart of Hillcrest! So hearty and flavorful - absolutely adored…read moreeverything we ordered: - mantu: topped with ground meat, these were so savory and delicious - aushak: bright flavor profile from the leeks made it a perfect pairing for the yogurt dill sauce - aush: comfort food soup with noodles! - the chicken and beef were spiced + charbroiled to perfection. too good with the upgraded raisin carrot rice. accompanied with heart and a spicy pepper. the service was amazing. absolutely above and beyond. the dining room featured high ceilings and unique art. can't wait to return.

I was planning a lunch date with a dear friend today, and she mentioned she'd never tried Afghan…read morefood. Since we were going to be in Hillcrest, we chose Khyber Pass - and wow, what an incredible decision. This was easily some of the best food I've had in a very long time. We started with the Bolani. Absolute perfection. It had a beautiful crunch, perfectly seasoned filling, and none of that sogginess I often run into with Bolani elsewhere. We could've ordered another plate and been thrilled. Next came the Aushak with ground beef: one of my all-time favorite Afghan dishes. Think of it like delicate leek-filled ravioli topped with savory meat and tangy yogurt. It hit all the right notes. We also shared the Kofta Kabob, served with grilled vegetables and fluffy basmati rice. The seasoning was spot on, and the meat was juicy and tender, similar to Persian koobideh, but truly memorable in its own way. Our server recommended the Afghan Yaghoot Chalao (Cherry Curry) with chicken. Yes, cherries! Sweet, sour, rich, bright. I had to resist the urge to literally lick my plate clean. And then: the Qabuli Palao with lamb. I do not like lamb. My friend loves it, so I agreed...and I'm so glad I did. I genuinely loved this dish. The saffron-coriander rice with carrots and raisins was aromatic and comforting, and the lamb was tender and flavorful. If you're hesitant about lamb, trust me, this dish might convert you. Portions were generous, we came hungry, and still left with leftovers. I also ordered the house-made Doogh, a mint yogurt drink. It's not for everyone, but it's pure comfort to me. We finished with hot tea infused with cardamom, black for me, green for my friend, and it was the perfect close to a perfect meal. I told our server that this food was even more delicious than what my mother makes. I'm Afghan born and raised in San Diego. That is not a compliment I give lightly. I believe the restaurant is under newer management since around 2020/2021. I last ate here in 2015, and even back when it was on Convoy in the late '90s, and this is the best it has ever been. I highly, highly recommend Khyber Pass to anyone: adventurous eaters, first-timers, comfort-food seekers, well everyone. I'll definitely be back, and next time I'm saving room for dessert.

The best lunch ever. I had the Zardaloo chalow with the lamb. It was stewed in fresh apricots and…read moreserved next to fluffy basmati rice. It felt very fancy and was one of the most exotic things I have eaten in a long time. We also got the dolmas (grapes leaves) and the Bolani (turnover stuffed with leek and potatoes) as an appetizer. The dolmas were ok, but the bolani was exceptional, like a leek and potato quesadilla but lighter. It was hard to put into words. Just order it and enjoy! Lastly, for drinks we got a Cherry Blossom Tea (Sheer Chai). Again, it tasted like nothing I have ever ordered before, which is hard to do because we are adventurous eaters. It tasted like cream straight from the cow mixed with a cherry blossom-y and strawberry-ish Chai flavor+ black tea flavor. One of the best drinks that I have experienced in 2025 by far. For the La Jolla neighborhood and how fancy the inside feels, the prices were similar to any regular sit down restaurant. Quite the bargain for the bouquet of flavors and beautifully executed dishes that we had. I would definitely recommend them.

Beautiful hospitality. Eating inside is a wonderful…read moreexperience. The food is rich, fresh and flavorful. I would recommend this place to anyone who would like to try authentic Afghan food. Try everything on the menu at least once and pick your favorites.

My daughter and I tried this res for the first time. The cozying and the waiter Karan was…read moreabsolutely amazing. The food was amazingly delicious. I am going to bring my friends there to try.

Walked past this place and decided to give it a try because I do like Indian food and was very…read morecurious about what "Pakistani" food is. I'm no expert but this place appears to be a bit of a fusion restaurant. The menu has options similar to typical Indian food such as butter chicken, but then it also has items such as a beef kebab! And the beef kebab did not have the Greek flavors so that you normally expect, so it was very interesting indeed! The reason I say it seems like a fusion place is because they also serve burgers! Anyways, I'm so glad I tried this place because I have found another place that has AMAZING CHAI. I love good quality chai, and many places serve bad chai that has not much quality of flavor. But the chai at Casa Lahori is amazing! It tastes homemade, and they even serve it to you in a beautiful tea cup. I will definitely return just for the chai. And I'd like to return to try other items on their menu. The waiter was friendly.

My first time here and it won't be my last!…read more It's in the Sprouts plaza next to a Thai restaurant and shaved ice place. Small place with no indoor seating but there are tables outside to eat. You place your order and they bring out the food to you if you are eating there. We ordered the beef and chicken combos. It comes with rice, salad and chimichurri and tzatziki sauce. The meat is super tender with very good flavor. Surprised how tender the chicken is cuz it's breast meat. Really enjoyed the food here. It's a local business so it's small but with huge flavors. Definitely coming back.

I was craving Mediterranean food and remembered my friend recommended this family owned local…read morerestaurant. I'd never heard of it so we gave it a try for dinner. We had it delivered and it was still nice and hot, smelled amazing and they put a tamper seal on the food which I appreciated for that extra bit of safety. We got the beef kebab with rice and added gyro meat, the chicken shawarma with rice that both came with salads and the garlic bread. All the meat was super flavorful and juicy, the garlic bread was the perfect complement and the tzatziki sauce had a nice kick to it. Not to mention the portions were so big. I think this will be our new go to spot :)

The best food great prices must try if your San Diego amazing kabobs…read more Excellent service very friendly all fresh food We had alomist everything in the menu all great tast suddenly will go back it was our second time and loved it you will not disappointed with food

I was quite disappointed with this restaurant. Waiting time to order and to get the food is very…read morelong. Food is just meh, overall it wasn't a pleasant experience. Not going back.

Wow, first time here - didn't realize this restaurant was here till I ran in to Sprouts last week…read more I'm definitely coming back - it was delicious! Hubby and I had: Samosa's Butter Chicken mushroom masala Rice Raita (yogurt dip) Plain Naan Everything was amazing - so flavorful and taste bud-friendly. As well as super fresh. We get no spice but you can tell them to make it as spicy as you want. What an amazing neighborhood restaurant.

I had the lunch vegetable coconut curry & Chicken Tikka masala. And omg, it was delicious!!! My…read morefavorite was the coconut curry; with shredded coconut on top and a creamy curry base. My lunch came with lentils, rice and a naan on the side. Ive been to a couple restaurants, and this one is one of my favorites after today! Also, my togo packaging was great. I've never had a restaurants wrap the outside of a box, which is amazing since I had a long drive home and didn't wanna spill anything.

This place is AMAZING!! It was my first time here and they did not disappoint! Everything we…read moreordered was delicious. It has a great ambiance, the staff are super friendly and inviting. If you're in the area I highly recommend stopping in!

Free parking in large lot, clean establishment, easy location to find. They offer low prices and…read morefilling portions . Unfortunately, the staff were not warm/ welcoming or even friendly. Heavy language barrier, to the point that one of the orders in our group was incorrect. The atmosphere gave the impression that it is a locals spot. Food quality was on the lower end, chicken shawarma came out cold and a bit hard like it had been sitting out a while. By the time our group of four left, no one was pleased with their meal or service rendered. It was a unanimous decision that we would not return or recommend.

Gyro salad is delicious! Food is really fresh. Staff is really friendly! Restaurant is clean. Got a…read morefree drink on the house. Thanks!

The Cajun fries are so good! Perfect amount of seasonings. The gyro plate with the fries is my…read morego-to. You need to try all the sauces they offer. It makes every bite taste different and delicious. Eating there is fine. I recommend taking it to go and having a little picnic at the park.

The meat I bought was completely spoiled -- the smell was awful and it looked unsafe to eat, so I…read morehad to throw it away. When I went back to talk to the staff, the new manager was rude and told me not to say anything in front of customers instead of apologizing or taking responsibility. This isn't the first issue either -- a friend recently paid extra for kabob with his Kabuli Palaw and didn't get it. Poor quality, poor service, and zero accountability. I won't be returning.

Under new ownership! This place used to be kind of old and beat up but the new owner has come in…read morewith his enthusiasm and charm and experience and is gonna take this place to new heights. We just stopped by and saw how huge their kitchen is. They serve amazing food and produce. Lots of exciting changes coming. Excited to see what's in store! You will not be disappointed.