Delicious and a good value!…read more Was traveling on business and got into town after 9:00 PM, when my usual stops were closed, and was lucky to find this hidden gem. I love a good lamb gyro, and this was one of the best I've had. The fries were abundant and had a tasty seasoning on them, and the potato Bolani was good, too. On top of it all, the owner/ cook was so gracious and kind. Looking forward to stopping on my next trip.

2 stars = cook/cashier was nice. Food wasn't very good, the…read morelamb shwarma was in chunks and didn't taste like lamb. It was wrapped in a tortilla not pita bread. Falafel smelled bad and was dry. Dolma was wet and tasted like it was from a can. Ambiance was a typical sitting area. Double charged $1.20 ($2.40) "service" fee on receipt, yikes. For $50 lunch for 2 I expected better. Disappointing for a first time visit, unlikely to return.

So glad to have this place in town. Food is bomb. This will definitely be my go to place for Afghan…read morefood going forward. We got a large takeout order for a group of 9 so can't speak too much to service or ambiance but here's what I can say - - Online ordering direct through their website was easy - Called the restaurant to make sure they got the order and they were very friendly over the phone - Everything was accounted for and packed well - Chicken skewers were incredible. Usually my least fav at other places but my favorite thing we ordered here - Beef delicious - Chapli also delicious - Doogh delicious - Cucumber salad standard and fresher than most other places in town Love that they open at 11 for those of us who eat on the earlier side. Everyone including picky eaters loved their meal :)

We decided to give Authentic Afghan Kebab & Cuisine a try while we were in the neighborhood…read more Coming in, the restaurant was mostly empty with a fairly modern decor and it was clean inside. The restaurant was not big, but we were fine with it. After being seated down, here's what we ordered: 1. Triple (Sultani) Kebab - (4 out of 5) The plate that the food came with is of normal size. We got chicken, lamb, and beef as the meats. The rice and the meats had spices similar to other Indian cuisine and they've all tasted great. The meats were tender and they were freshly made. This plate though is on a slightly pricier side given that the meat that you get isn't very much. (close to $30) I'm 5'10 and I was still hungry after finishing the plate just for some context. 2. Hummus dip - (5 out of 5) I've always like the hummus dip in general so this dish was something I looked forward to trying. With the bread they have given us, with this dip I could taste the home made cooking stylistically for this dish along with the freshness combined with olive oil really gives you the desire to over consume carbs. Gotta be careful if you're watching your diet like me, haha. 3. Bolani - (4 out of 5) Bolani was a dish they've recommended. We've went with the combo option. This dish has a flat bread similar to a naan on the outside covering the inside that included with pumpkin, leek, and potato. With the yogurt dip this sure is a lot to consume. We came as a family of three and we can barely finish this so keep that in mind also. 4. Afghan dip? (4 out of 5) I can't really remember much of this dish but it tasted good. However there was not anything outstanding that I could remember. 5. Service (3 out of 5) Given that we were the only family eating inside, we waited for nearly 25-30 minutes to get our food. While they were friendly for the most part, waiting that long isn't really acceptable. All in all, I can't really say that this restaurant stood out above other restaurants that offer similar foods in the neighborhood. While the food were decent, it's really a toss up on whether I'll be coming back or not. I guess we'll see. The prices are fairly steep for what you get so keep that in mind if you wanna give this place a try!

Sarah our server was so kind. She checked on us multiple times throughout the evening. It was…read morepretty busy on a Friday night. Shared the beef kebab entree with the pumpkin, yogurt and meat sauce dish and a side of spinach. I like how the restaurant is tucked in the corner of a strip mall and non descript from the outside. On the inside it's bustling and usually a small wait (cuz people love it here)

This is easily the best Afghan food I've had in the Bay Area so far! Everything from the service to…read morethe decor, to the food was near perfection. I tried several different dishes. Mantoo- Excellent, creamy, very hearty, and the lamb didn't have a hint of game at all. Solid Kabab e Murgh- The juiciest chicken I've had so far this year. Literally, the juices were straight dripping from the chicken. Tender, moist, flavor was insane yet simple tasting, and the grill char taste that you can only get with cooking over an high heat open fire was just the cherry on top. Quabili Pallaw- The lamb was tender, juicy, and the carrots and raisins really added a different flavor profile to the dish along the rice. Korma Challaw - Beef was tender, the sauce and seasonings meshed so well I couldn't stop shoveling rice into my mouth. Solid dish.

The vibes are immaculate. The food is perfect for sharing a meal with family and friends…read more To be specific, don't miss the crudo, eggplant and mantu dishes - they are flawless. Next time, we get the sea bream!

Having tried their sister restaurant Parche, my husband and I wanted to check out Jaji for an…read moreafter-work date-night. The interior is beautiful and welcoming, the staff were also helpful with recommendations from the menu. Jaji has a similar layout to Parche with everything meant to be shared. I felt the portion sizes were more aligned with their price tag versus my experience at Parche. Now lets get to the food! We started with the Bahar Crudo, a refreshing beet-marinated ocean trout, as well as the Salata, a surprisingly large bowl of fresh salad with plenty of veggies, tzatziki and a delightful herb vinaigrette. For warm plates, we split the Bonjon Borani, beef cheek Mantu dumplings, and the Chapi Kabob with a side of saffron rice. I loved the addition of the orange peel in the rice. But I think my favorite of all was the Bonjon Borani, I couldnt't get enough of the delicious sauces over the perfectly cooked eggplant.

Finally got to try this place after walking by hundreds of times on Van Ness St. It's afghan and…read moreMediterranean cuisine which is a favorite of mine. I ordered the mixed grill kebab to try all their staple meats. The koufta and lamb were definitely the best since they were super tender. Also their okra side that they serve is easily one of the best ways I've ever had okra prepared. Slightly salty but stewed and still slightly firm for a satisfying bite. Kebabs Beef: B Lamb: A- Koufta (ground meat): A+ Chicken: B+ Okra: A

I don't love the grilled meats, our favorites are the curried meats…read more Appetizers: Most of the entrees come with either Sabsi or Dall on the side, so you probably don't need to order those separately. The Kadoo (pumpkin) and Banjan (eggplant) are good. You can also order a appetizer-sized Mantwo or Aushak if you want to try them without getting a full entree. Entrees: Qabelee: Definitely get this, the rice is delicious, so flavorful there's a whole lamb shank and it's fall off the bone tender. Mantwo: Big meaty dumplings, quite good Aushak: Leek dumplings with a meat and yogurt sauce. Lawand Lamb: A delicious lamb curry, served with Sabsi Kourma Chalow: A flavorful lamb stew, served with Dall. Things I would not order again are the Theeka Kabab and the Mourgh Challow. They are tasty but the other entrees just shine so much more.

We recently went back to try their food after seeing them on Check, Please! Bay Area, and all the…read moredishes we ordered were excellent. They make the best bolani! Try their half-and-half option so you can enjoy two different flavors. The kebabs are also fantastic. We usually go for the lamb kebab and shami kabob, and they never disappoint. The owners are very friendly, and the service is always great. We'll definitely be back again!

Ordered to go by calling about 30 mins before they closed and we asked if they were still taking…read moreorders and they said yes but were giving attitude so we thought about whether to place an order or not, but decided to go ahead and order food anyway given their glowing reviews We got their combination beef and chicken kebab plated and they kept getting the order wrong saying it was one beef and one chicken plate and I had to correct them multiple times to say it was a combination plate When asked for no cucumber in salad due to the food allergies and instead if we can do hummus and they said no given they will be closing they can't do hummus but that they would make sure no cucumbers were in the salads - instead they added half a jalapeño and onions in the salad to replace the cucumbers :( Inside when picking up the orders they were giving my husband weird looks and acting as if they were super inconvenienced by the order - mind you there were other people in the restaurant waiting for their to go orders as well, they staff were rude. We wish they had told us to not place an order when we asked "can we place a to go order ?" All they had to say is "no we are no longer accepting orders, vs giving rude attitude The food itself, the chicken kebabs were way too spicy; the "second side" was just a spicy sauce, so the whole beef and kebab plate that is supposed to come with 2 sides came with "salad" that had lettuce, jalapeño and onions; and the second side was a little container of a water with peppers sauce that was way too spicy. The beef kebabs were decent but it doesn't explain the $55 they charged for the 2 dishes, definitely not worth the price or the hype, super disappointing overall

Coming back here for many years and it's always a great experience…read more Food is always on point Service is always friendly and hospitable Prices are reasonable 5 stars!

Khyber Pass is such a comforting place to come to, and time after time they have been incredibly…read moreconsistent with their food. I highly recommend the mantoo and bolani for appetizers, and the vegetarian dish and lamb shank for entrees. The dahl soup is also incredibly rich and comforting, and by far my favorite place for it. The service is always incredibly quick and welcoming, and the owners always help us receive exactly what we want. The inside has beautiful tables, and on the side, there is floor seating for large parties and celebrations.

Came here once before and enjoyed the food for the most part. Decided to stop in on the way back…read morefrom Dillon beach. Unfortunately the food wasn't as good as we remembered. The shredded chicken and chicken kabobs were super dry. We go two all meat combos and only the ground meat one was delicious. The lamb was ok and kebabs are the same. The one highlight was the "house" made Baklava and the green Pistachio dessert. Don't think we would come back after this last visit.

Everywhere I've lived, I've had a go-to shawarma place-- and in Petaluma, it's here (at least for…read moredinner). This place is reliably good food, with kind owners. The sandwiches are reasonably priced, and the baklava is delicious. I like that they don't rush you.

Hi guys! I loved De Afghanan in Fremont, so I decided to try the Walnut Creek location, and it did…read morenot disappoint! The food was so yummy, but beyond good food, hospitality is what really makes me want to come back to a restaurant. I came here a few weeks ago with a friend, and Raihana (I hope I got her name right!) took care of us. She was so kind, attentive, and polite. She checked on us multiple times and was genuinely such a warm person. It was my friend's first time trying Afghan food, and because I always speak so highly of it, I really wanted her to have a good experience. I was so happy that she loved not only the food, but the hospitality too. I really believe the people representing a restaurant are a huge part of what makes it successful, and Raihana made our experience that much better. Thank you Raihana!

This restaurant has the best Afghan food by far. Amazing service and kindest staff. Cozy ambiance…read moreand truly a wonderful experience. If you want true authentic food this is the place :) Shout out to our sweet waiter, Nilab!

Enjoyed a nice family lunch at Kamdesh. The restaurant is large but we were one of two diners on a…read moreSaturday. The restaurant was pretty warm from the oven and no ac was on, there is a fan near the door. We ordered many appetizers, the best was the potato bolani, and eggplant borani. Unfortunately there was no pakora but they had samosas, which were ok. For mian dishes, we had a variety of meat and vegetables. For veg, I recommend the sabzi challow and green beans. And heard the lamb chops were good. Food came out hot and delicious but it did come out slowly. There was only one cook in the kitchen. Service was friendly, they allowed us to eat an outside cake in the restaurant. Would come back to eat again, maybe take out!

Recently I hosted a multi-day work event in Downtown Oakland where I was offering lunch each day,…read moreso instead of big chain restaurants or Doordash or EZ Cater, I actually called restaurants and spoke to managers/someone who could work with me on catering orders (talked on the phone? wow, shocking! But working with them directly helps them earn more than when it's through one of the delivery sites). I've always liked Kamdesh, sometimes during a busy lunch rush I've had to wait a little bit, but I felt like getting them a shot. I worked out a menu for a buffet lunch with different items and they delivered to my office in downtown. We had folks with dietary restrictions, and the person I talked to was able to walk me through some options. There were able to work within my price range per person and I could choose different items like kebabs, borani, etc. and they included cooked veggies, saffron rice and salad. It probably ended up being too much food but that's a good problem to have. Everyone enjoyed the meal, and we had leftovers in the fridge for a couple days.