It's exciting to have Afghan food on the Eastside! I have tried the kabobs, bolani, mantoo, and pallow with meat. Everything has been really delicious and reasonably priced for the high quality food that you're getting. The food can take a while to make so I find that calling ahead and doing pickup is the best way to go.
Khadijah L.
*takeout only as of 6/20/22* Really enjoyed the food and too bad it's takeout only. The qabili pallow (lamb shank over rice) was to die. For. The lamb was so juicy, and the sweetness of the raisin in the rice was good to offset the strong lamb taste. Very good dish. The kabobs were tender and well seasoned. The best part, they gave us so much bolani I thought they made a mistake. Seriously leftover for days. Oh don't skip out on dessert. Get the ferni custard with rose water. It's worth it. Ali, the owner was so nice and friendly. I asked if they were ever going to reopen. It's hard with WFH he said. His clientele prior to covid were a lot of tech workers in downtown Bellevue. Not sure why it needs to still be said but please be kind, patient to service workers and tip them appropriately.
Grant S.
They're still not open for dine in due to staffing shortages, so I did a takeout order of Chicken kabobs with side of garlic sauce and Sabzi. Boy I've missed this place. Now that I'm back in the office few days a week, I'm definitely planning on takeout more often. Food is still as great as I remember! And it's always great talking with the owner. Such a nice guy!
Rafi Azam
Went to this Resturant with friends and boy I was disappointed. 3 of the main Afghan dishes were not available which was ridiculous. A teenager as a server who couldn’t even seemed to have no manners or experience. What a let down. So we decided to walk out and go to a different restaurant. I normally don’t write reviews, let alone negative, but being Afghan myself, it was sad to see how these restaurants are operated.
Rafi A.
Went to this Resturant with friends and boy I was disappointed. 3 of the main Afghan dishes were not available which was ridiculous. A teenager as a server who couldn't even seemed to have no manners or experience. What a let down. So we decided to walk out and go to a different restaurant. I normally don't write reviews, let alone negative, but being Afghan myself, it was sad to see how these restaurants are operated.
Adel Lahlou
I stopped here during my bike ride. I had the qulabi Uzbeki (palawi). The meat was very tender and well spiced.Dine in was closed but I sat outside to eat. The owner was so nice and brought out other dishes and spices for me to sample. I will be coming back again to order full dishes for sure!
Angel C.
***They are still takeout only!*** I've been coming here since 2009 when my high school best friend introduced it to me, back when it was in Federal way. They shut down but moved to Bellevue and I would make the trip to get food here any time I could. The best part of their menu imo is the Bolani. I haven't had bolani anywhere else as good as here! The chutney is seriously something else, it's super tangy and it has a kick to it. Anyways the bolani is so chewy and delicious and I seriously cannot get enough of it. They haven't changed their price since I can remember and still give you a heaping pile of it! I also tried the slow roasted lamb shank this time and wow it was sooooo flavorful and the meat fell right off the bones. Love this place so so much!
Evan T.
Afghan Cuisine was actually recommended to me by an Afghan friend when I had asked him if there was any restaurant in the Seattle area that made great food which reminded him of home and he told me about this place. Super friendly and delicious cultural food! I always get the kebabs, rice with raisins, and bolani. I have yet to try the lamb shank but it's definitely on my list and something I wish I could enjoy for dine-in but as of the end of April 2022 they still did not offer dine in. If you're looking for some Afghani food I highly recommend this place, can't go wrong with kebabs can you?
Salman Zafar
If you are a meat lover and want to try authentic Afghan food, this is the place to go. I absolutely love their meat options (in particular Tikkah Kabab and Pallou)......There are not too many halal restaurants that can do a good job at cooking meat according to your preference (I like medium rare).....Afghan cuisine is always spot on.....Highly recommend checking them out
Brian S.
I spotted this place while driving by, and having never eaten Afghan food before, stopped in for takeout. The owner was very kind & warm, giving me thorough explanations of all the dishes. The kebabs were delicious. Juicy, tender, and perfectly seasoned. The pulao rice is a new favorite, so fragrant. Can't wait to go back!
Best lamb shank dish in Bellevue. We love to support small businesses and this restaurant is both authentic and delicious!
Balkrishna N.
i really enjoyed the lamb and chicken kebabs. My wife is particularly fond of the Ferni, definitely recommend.
Brian C.
The food here is seriously spicy. I ate some burned my mouth and my stomach didn't feel well after I ate it. Way too much spice on some of the dishes.
Jeffrey C.
This place has very delicious food. The flavors are very unique and authentic. Prices are good and the owners are awesome guys!
Bilal Ahmad
Honestly I am really not interested in giving reviews, but on this I would like to share my thoughts. This restaurant is really not offering afghani foods cuz Afghani food is very yummy. Honestly nothing taste good here. I really do not recommend this restaurant. Wish there was a zero star cuz one star is to much for this.
It's exciting to have Afghan food on the Eastside! I have tried the kabobs, bolani, mantoo, and pallow with meat. Everything has been really delicious and reasonably priced for the high quality food that you're getting. The food can take a while to make so I find that calling ahead and doing pickup is the best way to go.
*takeout only as of 6/20/22* Really enjoyed the food and too bad it's takeout only. The qabili pallow (lamb shank over rice) was to die. For. The lamb was so juicy, and the sweetness of the raisin in the rice was good to offset the strong lamb taste. Very good dish. The kabobs were tender and well seasoned. The best part, they gave us so much bolani I thought they made a mistake. Seriously leftover for days. Oh don't skip out on dessert. Get the ferni custard with rose water. It's worth it. Ali, the owner was so nice and friendly. I asked if they were ever going to reopen. It's hard with WFH he said. His clientele prior to covid were a lot of tech workers in downtown Bellevue. Not sure why it needs to still be said but please be kind, patient to service workers and tip them appropriately.
They're still not open for dine in due to staffing shortages, so I did a takeout order of Chicken kabobs with side of garlic sauce and Sabzi. Boy I've missed this place. Now that I'm back in the office few days a week, I'm definitely planning on takeout more often. Food is still as great as I remember! And it's always great talking with the owner. Such a nice guy!
Went to this Resturant with friends and boy I was disappointed. 3 of the main Afghan dishes were not available which was ridiculous. A teenager as a server who couldn’t even seemed to have no manners or experience. What a let down. So we decided to walk out and go to a different restaurant. I normally don’t write reviews, let alone negative, but being Afghan myself, it was sad to see how these restaurants are operated.
Went to this Resturant with friends and boy I was disappointed. 3 of the main Afghan dishes were not available which was ridiculous. A teenager as a server who couldn't even seemed to have no manners or experience. What a let down. So we decided to walk out and go to a different restaurant. I normally don't write reviews, let alone negative, but being Afghan myself, it was sad to see how these restaurants are operated.
I stopped here during my bike ride. I had the qulabi Uzbeki (palawi). The meat was very tender and well spiced.Dine in was closed but I sat outside to eat. The owner was so nice and brought out other dishes and spices for me to sample. I will be coming back again to order full dishes for sure!
***They are still takeout only!*** I've been coming here since 2009 when my high school best friend introduced it to me, back when it was in Federal way. They shut down but moved to Bellevue and I would make the trip to get food here any time I could. The best part of their menu imo is the Bolani. I haven't had bolani anywhere else as good as here! The chutney is seriously something else, it's super tangy and it has a kick to it. Anyways the bolani is so chewy and delicious and I seriously cannot get enough of it. They haven't changed their price since I can remember and still give you a heaping pile of it! I also tried the slow roasted lamb shank this time and wow it was sooooo flavorful and the meat fell right off the bones. Love this place so so much!
Afghan Cuisine was actually recommended to me by an Afghan friend when I had asked him if there was any restaurant in the Seattle area that made great food which reminded him of home and he told me about this place. Super friendly and delicious cultural food! I always get the kebabs, rice with raisins, and bolani. I have yet to try the lamb shank but it's definitely on my list and something I wish I could enjoy for dine-in but as of the end of April 2022 they still did not offer dine in. If you're looking for some Afghani food I highly recommend this place, can't go wrong with kebabs can you?
If you are a meat lover and want to try authentic Afghan food, this is the place to go. I absolutely love their meat options (in particular Tikkah Kabab and Pallou)......There are not too many halal restaurants that can do a good job at cooking meat according to your preference (I like medium rare).....Afghan cuisine is always spot on.....Highly recommend checking them out
I spotted this place while driving by, and having never eaten Afghan food before, stopped in for takeout. The owner was very kind & warm, giving me thorough explanations of all the dishes. The kebabs were delicious. Juicy, tender, and perfectly seasoned. The pulao rice is a new favorite, so fragrant. Can't wait to go back!
Restaurantji Recommends
Best lamb shank dish in Bellevue. We love to support small businesses and this restaurant is both authentic and delicious!
i really enjoyed the lamb and chicken kebabs. My wife is particularly fond of the Ferni, definitely recommend.
The food here is seriously spicy. I ate some burned my mouth and my stomach didn't feel well after I ate it. Way too much spice on some of the dishes.
This place has very delicious food. The flavors are very unique and authentic. Prices are good and the owners are awesome guys!
Honestly I am really not interested in giving reviews, but on this I would like to share my thoughts. This restaurant is really not offering afghani foods cuz Afghani food is very yummy. Honestly nothing taste good here. I really do not recommend this restaurant. Wish there was a zero star cuz one star is to much for this.