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    Afghan Kabab Express

    4.4 (151 reviews)
    InexpensiveHalal, Afghan, Mediterranean
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    AFGHAN KABAB EXPRESS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Mix Gyro Over Rice | Instagram: @telephonesmoothie
    Jacqueline T.

    It's not often I find an Afghan restaurant, so when I saw this on our trip to Albany I wanted to try it. My husband and I shared: - Falafel Pita Wrap - Badenjan - Mix Gyro Over Rice - Bolani I enjoyed everything, but my two favorite things were the Bolani and the Mix Gyro Over Rice. We got takeout and all of it held up very well with takeout.

    Chicken kebab!
    Allen G.

    Hostess was a sweetheart very interesting place used to be a Chinese food restaurant. The aesthetics hasn't been changed. Kind of reminds me of a restaurant in Williamsburg. The food was really good if you're in a rush this is definitely the spot the chicken and sumac are perfect!

    Lamb/beef gyro over rice
    Jessica W.

    Afghan Kabob Express - overall good portions, light on the oil and yummy rice! Lamb/beef gyro over rice- they make the food fresh to order so we had to wait 15 minutes. The rice was the best part- very light on the oil yet still flavorful. The meat was ok, it was cut into very small pieces which was easy to eat but didn't have much spice. The white and red sauces tied the dish together nicely. The proportion of meat to rice was a bit low- I would have liked a few more veggies and less rice or more meat. Overall a very satisfying meal!

    Falafel plate
    Lu-Shien T.

    Outstanding food at an unbeatable value. Sketchy part of town, the cafe entrance is inside a hallway of what may once led to offices or a small mall. Ask for the key to the restroom. The Falafel were small but crisp and flavorful and were served with fries and rice. The lamb kebabs were tender and flavorful. A pleasant surprise since most lamb medallions have been chewy at other restaurants. The lambshops were more of a bone in rump steak with bone chips and gristle than the lamb cutlets pictured. Still tasty, but a challenge to cut up. The koobideh was excellent and moist with balanced spices. Surprisingly, I preferred the lamb kebabs over the koobideh this meal. The Afghan rice (pulaw) can be substituted for regular rice for an extra charge and is more flavorful. The blaklava is pretty darn good.

    Nina M.

    What a delightful delicious dinner. Everything we order was delicious. Salad dressing was so good. I wish I could tell you more about authenticity but it was just delicious I recommend having delivery as there is no easy

    There are some vans parked next door
    Fox E.

    Afghan and done it again. My friend Bob says this place sucks. Well you're wrong, K Bob? XXXXXXXXX. Oh sorry, that was an accidental X press. WHAT TO GET: The Kababs. WHAT ELSE: My ex is depressed. She's Afghan Kebab Exdepressed. Four stars in Albany doesn't always mean something is great. However in this case, it's underrated, if anything. The kebab was a little dry, but still extremely tasty Persian style deliciousness. They didn't have Kobedeh, which is why I came (and my fave type), but the chicken was lovely, and I look forward to returning. The rice is absolutely delicious too. John Rice-Davies was actually named after this rice, as was Ray Rice and Rice University. It's easily the best Middle Eastern food I've tried in Albany, and goes along with the excellent nearby Gyros and the Italian Sandwiches to form the backbone of the state capital's hidden gems and top treats. The wait is long, so I recommend ordering ahead.

    Sauces.
    Addy B.

    Bolzani. Thin, crispy, golden brown. The potatoes inside were soft. Carbs encased in carbs, I'll be back of these. I had the gyro over rice. The rice was fluffy and seasoned well. The gyro was tender and it all mingled well with the white and red sauces. It was also served with a small salad. It's filling and inexpensive the gyro plate, ideal for lunch or takeout. Note-$10.00 minimum for credit cards.

    two plates of food on a table
    V M.

    $20-25 meal for two people. Amazing food! The rice was so damn good, it's making me drool just thinking about it. The man behind the counter who waited on us was super nice. Will definitely be back when I'm in town!

    Menu time! Bring a friend for secrets stuff on the menu
    Nita C.

    This is a quaint and great place to get some delicious Afghan Kabab. I got the mixed rice, which rice with shredded chicken and beef, which was delicious!! I have never really had much experience with Afghan food, but it was definitely very good. The meat wasn't dry, and the flavours were all just right without being too overwhelming to the taste bud. They have this "white sauce", and it's super yummy. They also have a green, mint sauce, which also really adds a zing to the concoction. If you're a fan of spicy food, they have mixes of red spicy sauce as well, and it definitely satisfied my craving for some spicy flavours. They do have take out, so if you're up for some yummy noms like this for a movie night, this would definitely be on my menu! Just remember to ask for some extra white sauce and green sauce to take with you.

    Kebab chicken dish with their unlimited white sauce, mmmm

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    This is one of few restaurants that you should not miss in Albany. Their lamb shank is very tasty.

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    Best Afghan kababs in the upstate/capital district area. My favorite is the koobideh kabab.

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    3 years ago

    Very tasty food, I really enjoy eating their kebabs. They are very nice decor in ambience and are very nice business owners

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    3 years ago

    Incredible food at a great price. Bolani and chicken / gyro over rice were both delicious. Servings sizes are generous. Highly recommend.

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    6 years ago

    Good cheap halal. Skimpy on the white sauce so order extra! I always get the chicken over rice with pita and extra white sauce.

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