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    The Kabul

    4.5 (317 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    THE KABUL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    lamb shawarma platter (delivery)
    Anna S.

    I've been loving The Kabul for takeout or delivery. I recently discovered their lamb shawarma and am hooked. I usually go more for chicken dishes but the lamb is just so flavorful. I recently tried the shawarma fries which comes topped with lamb, hot sauce, and a creamy sauce and it was SO good. The signature bowls remain one of my favorite items and usually last me a few days since the serving size is so generous. My only real complaint is I wish they would pack some of their to-go items more carefully. Specifically, the shawarma platters which come with choice of meat, fries, salad, and sauce all in a flimsy plastic dish. Depending on the delivery driver, the plastic dish is easily tossed around resulting in sauce getting everywhere and creating a real mess. I know it's not necessarily their fault if the delivery driver doesn't transport with care but I do think some better packaging or packing side dishes in separate containers would be nice. It'd also be great to see more compostable packaging being used instead of plastic. If you do opt for one of their platters, also know that it does come with pita stacked on top of it. This isn't mentioned in the description and being gluten free, I would've asked for it to be removed in the special instructions had I known. If cross contamination is a concern for you, maybe order elsewhere.

    Dry hard like a rock kofta
    Sam W.

    Clean restaurant and fast service but food was nah . Hummus Batengan was ok . Kofta was absolutely NOT fresh at all . It was super super dry, hard and dark in color definitely not fresh at all . Will definitely not gonna be back !!

    Chicken Kabob but already eaten from
    Amani A.

    Delicious and amazing location!! Came here after visiting the aquarium and so glad I did versus something at the inn harbor. The staff were so friendly and helpful! It was also close proximity to the aquarium and the parking garage associated with it which made so easy with babies and toddlers. The kabob was seasoned so well and flavor. My favorite was the chick pea curry and my husband loved the pumpkin. Wish we took pictures but we were so hungry. It's also so clean and they cleaned the high chairs before we used them which I really appreciate.

    Tandoori Chicken tikka and Lamb Combo; tandoori chicken tikka with rice
    Parisa A.

    Despite waiting over thirty minutes for my food while my partner's food came within 10 mins. It was an overall great experience. I really enjoyed the tandoori chicken and was very tender. I would probably come back but make sure to take out since it took a long time for my food to get prepared despite my partner and I getting very similar meals.

    Tandoori chicken
    Dwayne J.

    Afghan classic! Today I tried the Kabul located by the power live in downtown Baltimore. The setting is nice as they have an area for indoor eating and an area to pick up as well. They are also open until 11pm so that was good too. I was able to order my food on the phone to which I ordered the tandoori chicken entree. I subbed out the salad for extra rice and bread and I'm glad I did that. The rice is sweet I think they cooked It with pumpkin. I liked It but some may want to opt for white rice. The bread is nice and soft and complimented the chicken. The chicken was a bit dry but still had great flavor and they give you three dark meat halves so you're getting a lot for $13 The lady was nice and attentive to my order as well. I will definitely order here again

    Salmon Grilled (I believe)
    David S.

    The food is delicious. Flavor definitely pops out. While I'd like to give it 5, the fact of thr matter is they don't train their staff or even seems to notify them about yelp discounts. The cashier didn't know yelp, didn't know how it could be used. The lady I sited that it may work for online order. I'm like how that can be true if I got this offer based on checking i.

    Sara L.

    Came here for a quick bite before a concert at Soundstage based on other Yelp reviews. I'm so glad I did! The food was flavorful, fresh, fairly priced, and fast. This will now be my go-to before concerts in the area!

    Malai Chicken
    Swatee G.

    I wasn't super hungry when we came here for gunner and only got the potato bolani. It was okay - the dough needed better treatment, frying bubbles in tough dough is never a good sign and it needed more filing. But it was freshly made and the filling was pretty yummy. My coworker had the malai chicken and it blew us both out of our minds. The chicken was melting off the fork, the rice was so delicious and flavorful ( typical afghan style with raisins which means it's a little sweet). The place was quiet and empty when we came in, and it pretty spacious. I will happy be back - can't wait for Ragz to try it.

    Mix Gyro Platter and Samosas
    Melody C.

    I often find myself craving the Kabul, and every time I give in I'm never disappointed. Everything tastes fresh and the seasoning is always amazing. Prices are great and the portions are big too! Usually things are also done pretty fast. My favorite thing to order is the mixed Gyro Platter. I'm actually OBSESSED with it, the meat is so tender and the sauce is creamy and delicious. The chicken has the perfect amount of spice and is my favorite part of the dish! The other platters are good as well, but I've found the meat to be a little dry. The rice and spices in the meat combos make up for it though because they're amazing. I also love to order their samosas.

    Chicken & Lamb Kabob

    10/10! Food was amazing! I placed the order in-store and received it in less than 10 minutes. The store and restrooms were clean.

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    Delicious! We got the chicken platter and gyro platter. Everything was delicious. Will definitely come back!

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    Great food. Good selection and tasty flavors. Quick service. Good vegetarian options.

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    The food was excellent and the restaurant was very clean and tidy. The service was amazing as well!

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    Fantastic food... authentic taste... lots of vegetarian options.. super friendly people... great service... would like to visit again.

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