Walked in on a Saturday evening. Got confused at first because when you enter, the place divides into left and right. To the left is where you place orders. Menu board that says Habibi Grill but when we asked the owner, he said that they still serve the Afghan cuisine. They have a separate menu for this. The area on the right is the dining area. It was quiet when we had dinner there. Got the lamb shank qabuli which was very tender and served with Qabuli rice and side salad. Lamb kabob was also bursting with flavor but we thought the serving size was small. The falafel plate was very good. Everything was so flavorful and we really enjoyed the food. The owner was very nice. Since we shared the food, we would have appreciated if we were also given an extra plate; nevertheless, we were starving so it was alright. Would definitely come back! read more

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Food: 5/5 Ambience: 5/5 Location & 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. read more

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Chicken kabob platter was very good! The chicken was juicy and definitely something I'd get again. 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! read more

Afghan Cuisine - Chicken Kabob Platter - Afghan Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I was in Richmond yesterday and wanted to check out some Afghani food. I've had a great deal of experience with the restaurants up in the Washington DC area. This restaurant appeared to have some good reviews but I was pretty disappointed. The Samosa was good and the Manto dumplings were ok, but the tomato and lentil sauce was also pretty bland when it should have been more rich tasting. The most disappointing was the lamb shank Qabili (Kabuli) was definitely not up to par. It was a very large portion, but it was very bland, lacking the warm spices of cardamom and cinnamon. It was more like steamed basmati rice with carrots and raisins. It did not seem to be cooked in the broth like it should have been. The lamb shank was large and cooked well but again, it lack flavor and seasoning. I don't live near any Afghani restaurants, which I have enjoyed a lot in the past. So I was looking forward to this on my trip to Richmond. However, if I return to Richmond I will definitely try a different restaurant. read more

Afghan Cuisine - Manto, lamb shank qabili, flat bread, chicken peas - Afghan Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Amazing food I was craving a very flavorful dish and they exceeded my expectations. Very nice environment as well read more

Afghan Cuisine - Afghan Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Very good kebabs. We tried lamb and chicken on rice. Both were tender and delicious. Casual. Would come here again!

I picked up the bottled yogurt drink. Not sweet as Indian yogurt lassi but If you don't mind not bad. Spouse got a can of Pepsi. My main order is the mantu $11.99 and spouse ordered juicy kabob $12.99. Mantu is delicious so is spouse's dish. The hot sauce was on the side for the Mantu. I used very little. Everything was wonderful. Loved every bite. Got the Firni for dessert. Very good. Got a couple to take home. Please go and enjoy. A very pleasant experience. Reply the best in the area. Equal to what we got in northern va. read more

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THIS IS IT: HE BEST FAMILY OWNED SMALL-BUSINESS I eat out all the time and let me tell you, I don't usually give 5 stars in all categories out easily. This place deserves the title of "best small business" spot in VA. And here is why. 1. The Food: attention to food quality is the number one priority, I have eaten fine dining in New York, and commonly you eat out of premium silverware and golden chairs but the food is the main thing you come for, and these people brought to me an "authentic" Afghan cooking like the one I taste in an Afghani home or in Uzbekistan. The Lamb shank was cooked to perfection, the Pillow was steamed soft and properly seasoned, the bread was fresh, hot, and not over burned. 2. The Service: they posted fast-food low prices, me and my friend spent 50 bucks and ate like kings, but that's not all, we were greeted promptly as we entered, the menu was explained to us in detail and pleasant attitude, and although payment is upfront, the service is brought to the table and the waiter checks on you similar to how you would dine at Olive Garden or better places. 3. The Atmosphere: people don't often care for more than a comfortable sofa, big table, and nice interior decor, this place while looks like a restaurant gives you a homie feeling thanks to its lighting, big windows, spacious arrangement and comfortable seating, and even thou they are in the middle of remodelling they take care to keep the area tidy and quite during opening hours. 4. This place has no professional management it is family owned and powered by the ethics and traditions of its operators, this disconnects you from the white-glove western methods of service and brings you to a sense of "normality" of how well people treat each other like people. ------ Support this business, stop by, and try that Lamb Shank, other restaurant owners should come here and take notes on how good food is done. read more

We had such a wonderful experience at this restaurant!! We're group of 8 (without reservation) but the staff was accommodating and went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. Everything we ordered was delicious!! read more

It was our first time here everything was very good highly recommend it The beef Mantu was a good choice for our first time here The chicken dish is very delicious it did have a spicy kick to it so be aware I also have a more in depth review on my socials check it out https://poplme.co/asianbaby804 read more

Afghan Cuisine - 22. Mantu - Afghan Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Soooo so good! Although we had some difficulty with Grub Hub not delivering the order correctly the restaurant's customer service was amazing and refreshing! I haven't seen customer service like this in a long time. I believe it was the owner or manager but they remade our beef Mantu order because the delivery person from grub hub forgot the Mantu. The owner wanted to make sure we had a freshly made Mantu and was even willing to drop it off to us himself, but my husband went to pick it up and owner gave us an extra baklava to make it right. The Mantu was so delicate and delicious, It was my first time trying it. I loved it! Very tender and moist. It says spicy but I didn't think it was. The other food we ordered was the rice pudding which was very tasty. Everything we had was delicious and we will order again! read more

Afghan Cuisine - 22. Mantu - Afghan Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I would not return. I was happy to watch as the two cooks formed falafels in front of us, thin disks of falafel, then drop them in the fryer. Unfortunately what came out (see picture) was a poor tasting, and even worse texture, mess. The inside of the falafels were between the consistency of fudge and cake frosting, and they tasted pretty bad We also had a huge piece of baklava that was inedible. It tasted stale and as though it had been stored next to something savory. read more

Afghan Cuisine - Strange consistency falafel - Afghan Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

walked it and ordered chicken and rice kabob . food took a bit longer than expected but it was worth the wait . bathroom had a shower in it it was a little odd but regardless , it didn't take away how delicious the food tasted . will definitely be back . read more

Afghan Cuisine - Chicken rice kabob - Afghan Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Food is excellent and well portioned. The flavor profile is on point. I woudl highly recommend this place. Kebabs are freshly cooked in front of you, so it does take a little bit of time to get your food. Took my food to go. read more

Wonderful place to go if you're looking for middle eastern cuisine. The food was nice and hot, perfectly cooked and had lots of flavor. The atmosphere was decent. The service was kind and quick. Would go here again read more

Delicious food with Decor to match. Appetizers light and refreshing. I loved all the dumplings as well as the yogurt dip . I even use the dip on the kebabs. All the kebabs come sizzling on a hot plate and large portions enough to feed 3 to 4 people. My favorite thing with a custard for dessert so light creamy top with a nice cranberry glaze. I also really enjoyed the baklava. I must try. When you come to eat here think Italy no rush food coming out at a little bit of a slower pace. Plan to stay for a while and just enjoy the experience and not be rushed. I would give this experience about 2 to 3 hours to truly sit back enjoy all the dishes and the cultural experience. You don't wanna let the rush of the experience allow you to miss the true essence of it. Tootles and enjoy read more

Afghan Cuisine - Dessert Custard - Afghan Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Excellent food and great service. Afghan cuisine provides great food at very affordable price. Highly recommended!!! read more

Great food and would come back easily! I would highly recommend this to anyone wanting something different for dinner read more

Made to order and fresh. Enjoyed the meal and probably my favorite Afghan in RVA.

Omg so I just moved close by this place and I'm afghan so when I say this place hits home, it was bussin! One of the best feelings receiving an authentic hot meal that just satisfies all your cravings! The customer service was so genuine and sweet, the place is so nice and clean compared to some of the raggedy ass places in rva but if you want authentic afghan food 100% RECOMMEND! read more

Afghan Cuisine - 17. Chicken Kabob - Afghan Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Went with my boyfriend and the food was really good! The price was average and the man who worked their made the food infront of us so it was fresh! Definitely will be going back :)) read more

Delicious food. Very pleased that I ordered this through door dash. Ordered the chicken and beef kabob combo. read more

Afghan Cuisine - Chicken and beef kabob - Afghan Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Quirky little place with really good food. Order at counter, food brought over when ready. Would have preferred teal dishes instead of paper plates, styrofoam bowls and plastic utensils. But food all very good. Mantu, lamb kabobs, chicken kabobs and Gyro sandwich all enjoyed by our table. Rice is really a stand out. Will happily return. read more

Best Afghan food in town, very delicious food, very friendly owner and staff highly recommended to all. read more

Afghan Cuisine - Very organized - Afghan Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I have had good Afghan food before, and this is not it. Kabobs were tough, not tender. Decor is "hole in the wall." $75 for 2 people! Kabuli palau on weekends only! Sorry to say, but my quest for good Afghan cuisine in Virginia continues. read more

my first time eating afghan food and i was not disappointed! the mantu was incredible and the yogurt sauce was frankly out of this world good. the spiced meat? delicious! just spicy enough as well! my card got declined and the person working there held my order for me while i ran and got some cash which was super nice of him to do. i will definitely be back! ps my cat wanted some of the mantu soo bad that she licked one! so it's also cat approved? read more

Very tasty Kabobs and pallau. Hole in the wall style with difficult parking but tasty food at an affordable price.

Very delicious Afghan food! The portion was enough for two meals for me and the mantu is just soo good.

Afghan cuisine has one of the best afghan food and the best up most respectful workers.it is very clean and I love there Customer service and there happy moods.they have a wide amount of delicious food and it is not expensive. read more