Afghan Restaurants near Alexandria, VA

“Authentic Afghan Cuisine & Outstanding Service!

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Afghan Restaurant Authentic Cuisine & Sheeryakh, and I must say, it was an incredible experience! From the moment we walked in, the hospitality was warm and welcoming. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed, providing excellent customer service with a genuine smile.

Now, let’s talk about the food—absolutely delicious! Every dish was bursting with rich, authentic Afghan flavors. The kabobs were perfectly grilled, the rice was fragrant and fluffy, and the mantu were just incredible. You can tell they use high-quality ingredients and put a lot of love into their cooking.

If you’re looking for a place that serves mouthwatering Afghan food with top-notch service in Alexandria, VA, I highly recommend Afghan Restaurant Authentic Cuisine & Sheeryakh. Can’t wait to visit again!“

“Had the buffet around 1800 hrs. Comes with a large piece of Afghan bread. Buffet veggie dishes and 2 meat dishes. Ferni and fruit for dessert. Everything was fine to me, except to get white or brown rice you need to ask a counter person. I think they expect customers to re-use their dirty styrofoam plates since I was the only one who appeared not to--which now makes me wonder whether I should return here.“

“The best gyros I have ever had. I used to live very close by in Alexandria but then I moved. I still come back specifically for their gyros.

Service is also good. 10/10. This one time the staff took it upon them to help me get my locked keys out the car! Not everywhere takes customers like that.“

“We had never tried Afghani food before, and I am so glad we did. The staff was so friendly and helpful with any questions we had. They recommended the Mini Taste of Arocostia for our first time. Everything was FANTASTIC!!! The food was cooked perfectly. The service was great! We never had to ask to have our beverages filled up, because they were already on top of it before we had to ask. They packed all our leftovers into boxes for us for our way home. We will definitely be going back!“

“First time here today. The food was amazing! Service was excellent! ❤ I love Afghan food.“

“Loved eating here. The restaurant smelled faintly of incense, which was a welcome ambiance. Tables are layed out well so it doesn't feel cramped. The space is nice and bright with beautiful decor. The staff were friendly and very attentive. Service was fast and the food was absolutely delicious! Loved every single thing I ordered:

Sheer chai — this tea had a nice balance of milk and sugar

Mantoo classic — these beef dumplings were full of flavor and served at the right temperature, hot but not too much to burn your mouth

Lamb shank — the sauce was packed with flavor and the meat fell off the bones. It came with rice that was a lovely buttery complement to the lamb

Sheer berenj — had this for dessert and it was very refreshing. It's not milky and the pistachios on top added a nice nutty flavor to the rice pudding

Green tea with cardamom — nice way to end dinner“

“Best Kabob House in the town.“

“This place is beyond writing s good review. I used to be in college 22 years ago and it was the spot for everyone bc they have really good food and always generous. Recently, I took my son there after many years bc I moved away and now back in the area. My son loved it so much, this is our second visit in less than a week. The place is just as good as it used to be and they reason behind all the success in my own opinion is bc it managed by an excellent owner and his family. Really the food and the service is beyond your imagination.
As I was leaving, I spotted Moby dick across the street and I am confident to say, if you eat here, you would not eat Moby dick even if it was for free. Good job in keeping up the hard work and may God bless the owner and his family. We will see you guys again soon. All the love and respect to everyone that works there ??????“

“The best kabob place in the WORLD. I love coming here, I come at least three times a week it’s my favorite food and I’m always looking up to it. Most importantly the WORKERS are what make this place the place. Super sweet and understanding and caring. I will never stop coming here!!! 💘💘“

“We were a larger party of 10 and had made reservations. Our table was ready for us when we arrived and the owner (I think) welcomed us.
Several people had been here before. There are options for everyone. I had the vegetarian sampler, which was delicious and flavorful. Everyone enjoyed their meal. The restaurant has great ambience with Afghan artwork and crafts adorning the walls.
Highly recommend.“

“what were some of the highlights at big red halal you ask?? THE CHICKEN.. and the red sauce🤤“

“wonderful gem of a spot! delicious cocktails and food. extremely knowledgeable staff“

“Courthouse Kabob is an absolute gem! The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Their kabobs are perfectly seasoned, the portions are generous, and the staff is warm and welcoming. Whether you’re dining in or taking out, the experience is always top-notch. A must-visit spot for anyone craving authentic and delicious Afghan cuisine!
Arman!“

“We were visiting DC and wanted a quick bite late in the night. The food is absolutely delicious. The chicken kebabs melts in your mouth. The pita bread is fresh and hummus is delicious. The food was great that we decided to take out next day as well. Highly recommend the place.“

“I’ve been coming here since 1999, and I must say, this place serves the best Kabob I’ve ever eaten. The food is delicious, and the sauces truly elevate the dish. The service is phenomenal, and they cook the food fresh on the spot. If you’re in the mood for a great Kabob meal and find yourself at Springfield Mall, you must try this place. I highly recommend the chicken—it’s amazing.“

“I had an amazing experience at Kababestan! The food was delicious, and the service was exceptional. A staff member named Safa at the front desk went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Safa was incredibly kind, attentive, and professional, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great food and outstanding service. Definitely looking forward to my next visit!“

“I've been a loyal customer of Flame Kabob in Springfield, VA for many years, and they never disappoint! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned. If you're looking for a consistently delicious meal, this is the place to go!“

“This is the best kabob place I have ever been to it’s awesome and the best food ever

Vegetarian options: Great chickpeas

Kid-friendliness: Great kid friendly food

Wheelchair accessibility: Extremely excess able“

“I'm usually eating at lunch which is sparsely attended, and thus staffed, but everyone is quite nice. My most recent lunch, Mantu, "ground beef and onion-filled dumpling, topped with fresh homemade yogurt, meat sauce and dried mint" was the best thing I ate that week. I imagine that one weekend the large dining room is crowded with families.“

“Such a nice place in an adorable little corner in Georgetown DC. Everyone already knows how awesome Afghan food is and this is just another spot with mouth watering Afghan cuisine and bunch of other modern type of things from sandwiches and more on their menu. They even have Mantu! The Afghan Dumplings with meat sauce over it. I had the lamb chops entree! 4 PIECES! Awesome!“

“One of the best restaurants in the country, excellent food, terrific service and beautiful environment.“

“Food is consistently delicious and relatively healthy - particularly for the Howard University crowd that frequents the establishment which is across the street from McDonald’s. That said, I’m older (78) and don’t live around the corner. But I keep coming back (eight years and counting). I go for the chicken and salmon salads.

Vegetarian options: Lots of veggies, but the fresh salad is the bomb!

Parking: I park in the McDonald’s lot since I’m rarely there more than five minutes.“

“Awesome customer service and food“

“Seekh Kababs platter was just amazingly delicious. Comes with 2 Seekh Kababs 1 naan and tons of Kabuli Pulao and chick peas. I had with lamb and wife had the same thing with chicken and all the servings are very generous. We will definitely be going very frequently whenever we are in town. Service was excellent.“

“Food was just perfect and the staff is very friendly. The lamb was just amazing!“

“Shinwari offers fantastic food, incredible tea, and impeccable hospitality. A beautiful and unique restaurant, 10/10 anyone in this area should absolutely give this place a try. Could not praise them enough. Thank you Shinwari for a wonderful evening!“