Amazing Afghan food with flavorful meats, rice, and mantu. Beef kebabs and chicken kebabs so…read moretender and juicy they melt on your tongue. Served with traditional Afghan rice with raisins and carrots and fresh, fluffy naan. The mantu were spiced to perfection. We came from New Jersey to this spot and the food here is better than the Afghan restaurants we find there. We were pleasantly surprised and very impressed with our meal.

The restaurant is empty of customers right now. We preferred mantu and soup to share. Mantu is $10…read more The ambiance is pleasant. Server came out immediately and took our order. They turned on the music. The handicap parking is not great. It's on a hill so getting in and out is awkward. The mantu was $16 each. Aush soup was $10. And dessert was custard and baklava also $10 each. All our food was delicious. I'd definitely recommend the food. The server was wonderful. Friendly and knowledgeable.

Food: 5/5 Ambience: 5/5…read moreLocation & parking: 4/5 Location & Parking: Located on a busy street with paid street parking, this restaurant was a little hard to find at first. Although it looks unassuming from outside, it's bright and spacious inside with the lovely aromas greeting you at the door. Ambience: I got seated and placed the order right away. While my order was getting ready in front of me, I had a chance to go around andexplore around. It was a super spacious restaurant with two levels of seating areas. Very bright and surprisingly guarded from the noisy traffic, it was a great spot for a quiet lunch. Food & service: My order of Kebab & fries served with Naan, Tzatziki sauce and Afghani salad was made to order and tasted very juicy and flavorful. Spiced perfectly and the right portion size for 1 person, every bite of the freshly made naan and kabob was perfection. My server was so courteous and attentive and he prepared my food in less than 20 minutes.

Chicken kabob platter was very good! The chicken was juicy and definitely something I'd get again…read more I did like the rice as well! I feel like for almost $15 the portion should be a bit bigger though! Shop was welcoming and we also got a 10% discount if we were a student at VCU! Cashier was nice as well!

I have to say, after my first review about four months ago, this place has definitely changed. I'm…read morenot sure if it's under new management, new staff, or a different cook, but things are not the same. The once generous portions have shrunk down to something similar to Chipotle-sized servings. The staff, who used to be delightful, now seem less friendly, and the food just doesn't have the same flavor. Last week, I called to place an order, and they were out of rice. A few days later, I tried again, and when I picked up my food, I noticed the portion size had significantly decreased. Today, I tried to place an order at 7:30 pm for pickup at 8:30 pm, well within their posted store hours of 9:00 pm. The gentleman on the phone informed me that they couldn't prepare my order because they close at 8:20 pm. When I mentioned that their posted closing time was 9:00 pm, he explained that although they close at 9:00 pm, the kitchen shuts down by 8:30 pm, and I needed to pick up my food before then. I had already requested my order at 7:30 pm, well within their timeline, so this was frustrating. Unfortunately, I'll be taking my business back to Kabob Corner in Fredericksburg or Stafford.

I recently learned about Kabul on Facebook and having a fond affection for Middle Eastern food of…read moreall types, I stopped in to try their lunch buffet. They have their lunch buffet on weekdays, which is great, as most places only seem to do this on weekends. First impression when walking in was it was a converted Ruby Tuesday, but WOW, they did an EXCELLENT job from replacing the entire ceiling, flooring, tables/booths and even the window shades, to fully updating the restroom too, they clearly dumped a lot of money and effort into this place and it shows! The buffet looks beautiful, not grimey and messy, rather all food items are in clamshell heated servers, which kept the food fresh and piping hot. The offering was excellent, with a plain rice and a more elaborate rice, called Palau. The Qaubili Palau was incredible! Loaded with fresh ingredients and made with an outstanding quality basmati! The lamb that was in it was super tender and not gamey at all, rather perfectly seasoned and sooo very tasty! They also offered a more plain rice, which was slightly seasoned and also very good! Another fav of mine were their meatballs... they tasted like a mild lamb and were just as tender as that too (not sure if they're lamb tho). Flavor of the curry they were in was excellent! Their chick peas and subzi (spinach) were excellent alternatives for those not wanting meat... I definitely enjoyed a few servings of these!! Chicken kabob was beautiful in color and nicely flavored with a tenderness that was spot-on. Service was friendly and they even sincerely cared how the food was, by asking. I'd definitely suggest stopping in to try it for yourself and I look forward to returning, soon!

Loved the food! Service was great! Very tentative making sure you were okay. Portions were more…read morethan you need for sure. Food is very flavorful. We drove over an hour and it was definitely worth the travel for the meal and service.

Mazari Kebab has been consistently excellent for years. The kebab is easily the best in the area,…read moreand it holds up against kebabs you'll find almost anywhere. The food is flavorful, well-prepared, and always satisfying. The staff are friendly, and the whole place delivers every time.

My sister had Ariana Kabob cater her rehearsal dinner. The food was phenomenal, everyone was…read moreimpressed. My favorites were the bone-in chicken tikka, the kubideh, and of course the spinach and chickpeas sides. All the accompaniments, like the cabbage salad, chutney, and hummus went perfectly with the meal. Very solid Afghani food, you won't be disappointed.

Chicken kobidah kebab was delicious! Great hummus too. Would eat here again. Staff were friendly…read moreand service was quick

Thursday, 5.15.2025. Lunch, Afghan Kabob. Charlottesville, VA. I had just had a medical procedure…read moreat the University of Virginia Hospital that resulted in following a liquids-only diet for the past 36 hours. My husband and I close this restaurant to break my fast. We were greeted quickly by the hostess who led us to booth seating, and gave us menus. There was no need though, as we had already spotted the all-you-can-eat buffet. We requested only water to go with our meals; she quickly brought a carafe of chilled water and two glasses. This is a generous buffet with many selections for a complete meal, from soup and salad to dessert. There was a good variety of both meat and vegetarian options. Our FAVORITES included the fresh mixed chickpea salad (the chick peas, cucumbers, tomato, onion, parsley); lamb curry (which featured tender boneless and tender meat); rice pilau with raisins and carrots; borani badenjan (eggplant curry. Tip: drizzle yogurt on this);; bamia (okra) curry; firnee milk pudding (dessert); and the addictive dooth pati chai (spiced milk tea). There were also some items that we didn't enjoy as much but were still good. For instance, the chicken kofta meatballs, while nicely spiced, were very dry. And, the nan bread was disappointing. (There were also many additional good choices on the buffet that are not listed here). The ambiance in the restaurant is comfortable, with many paintings and decorations from Afghanistan. Some tables are in a side room, ideal for small groups or privacy. We noticed, but didn't visit, a downstairs shop with Afghan carpets and other goods. Plus, there's a shop on the side that sells groceries. Parking is plentiful and free. The lunch buffet was $17.99 each, plus VA sales tax (6.3%), city meals tax (5.3%), credit card service free (3.5%), and tip (variable). There are cheaper options available if you order from the menu. We would return when next in Charlottesville.

This place was uncrowded despite google saying that it was busier than usual, though occasional…read moredelivery drivers came through. I stopped in on the later side as Charlottesville's restaurant scene has a lot of early closings. Seeking a vegetarian combo, I ended up with a salad and a mix of potatoes, okra, and chickpeas, which were clearly cooked earlier and served cafeteria style. The dishes are vaguely reminiscent of Indian stylings but are not spicy. Perhaps this is why this place oversalts food (I've seen this with other Afghan places as well); I hate having to drink so much water afterwards. An herbal tea was an interesting flavor, and I got a decent amount of food for the money. Given the limited options for vegetarian food on a Friday night, I was satisfied, but the food could have been better.

Every single time that I order from this place, it's like the food gets better and better. Packed…read morewith lots of flavor and you can tell it takes a lot of time and care to make it taste so good! Love this place!!!

Was feeling hungry after a round of errands and decided to try out this kabob spot. Didn't think…read moreanything of it and boy I'll tell you I was happily surprised. Located in a non discrete location with just a small sign outside it's easy to miss this hidden gem. Walked in and was quickly greeted by the staff. The interior is a little tight so take out is probably your best option. Menu has your typical kabob dishes with a few added additions. I placed my order and sat ace waited. Now I will say there was a bit of a wait time to get my food but you know a place is good when it's busy. As I was sitting many people came and went either with to go orders or to sit an eat. And that's how you know you've found a hidden gem. Once I received my food it was delicious. I'll happily come back if I'm in the area again.

Even though I am very picky and don't give 5 stars or great reviews easily, I truly loved this…read moreplace and recommend it to everyone. Kabob Corner is a great spot for Afghan cuisine. The restaurant is very clean and well maintained, which makes the dining experience comfortable. The customer service is friendly and respectful, and the staff make you feel welcome. The decoration is nice and gives a warm Afghan vibe without feeling crowded. The food is fresh and full of flavor, especially the kabobs, which are cooked perfectly and taste amazing. The desserts are also very tasty and a perfect way to end the meal. Overall, Kabob Corner offers excellent hygiene, good service, and delicious food. I will definitely be coming back.

Food is great. So tasty. Rich flavors. Lamb and chicken perfectly cooked. We've been coming…read morehere (and to their previous location) for years. And will continue to. And the friendliness of "Mazou" at the counter was definitely a highlight. Thanks for remembering us...it had been a while.