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Arman Cafe

4.4 (7 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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3 days ago

What a nice place to have afghan food. Best place for parties. It is an Afghan Restaurant and cafe located on the heart of El Cajon

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Thank you for visiting us and hope to serve you again

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Khyber Pass Zarparan

(967 reviews)

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Hillcrest

Incredible restaurant in the heart of Hillcrest! So hearty and flavorful - absolutely adored…read moreeverything we ordered: - mantu: topped with ground meat, these were so savory and delicious - aushak: bright flavor profile from the leeks made it a perfect pairing for the yogurt dill sauce - aush: comfort food soup with noodles! - the chicken and beef were spiced + charbroiled to perfection. too good with the upgraded raisin carrot rice. accompanied with heart and a spicy pepper. the service was amazing. absolutely above and beyond. the dining room featured high ceilings and unique art. can't wait to return.

I was planning a lunch date with a dear friend today, and she mentioned she'd never tried Afghan…read morefood. Since we were going to be in Hillcrest, we chose Khyber Pass - and wow, what an incredible decision. This was easily some of the best food I've had in a very long time. We started with the Bolani. Absolute perfection. It had a beautiful crunch, perfectly seasoned filling, and none of that sogginess I often run into with Bolani elsewhere. We could've ordered another plate and been thrilled. Next came the Aushak with ground beef: one of my all-time favorite Afghan dishes. Think of it like delicate leek-filled ravioli topped with savory meat and tangy yogurt. It hit all the right notes. We also shared the Kofta Kabob, served with grilled vegetables and fluffy basmati rice. The seasoning was spot on, and the meat was juicy and tender, similar to Persian koobideh, but truly memorable in its own way. Our server recommended the Afghan Yaghoot Chalao (Cherry Curry) with chicken. Yes, cherries! Sweet, sour, rich, bright. I had to resist the urge to literally lick my plate clean. And then: the Qabuli Palao with lamb. I do not like lamb. My friend loves it, so I agreed...and I'm so glad I did. I genuinely loved this dish. The saffron-coriander rice with carrots and raisins was aromatic and comforting, and the lamb was tender and flavorful. If you're hesitant about lamb, trust me, this dish might convert you. Portions were generous, we came hungry, and still left with leftovers. I also ordered the house-made Doogh, a mint yogurt drink. It's not for everyone, but it's pure comfort to me. We finished with hot tea infused with cardamom, black for me, green for my friend, and it was the perfect close to a perfect meal. I told our server that this food was even more delicious than what my mother makes. I'm Afghan born and raised in San Diego. That is not a compliment I give lightly. I believe the restaurant is under newer management since around 2020/2021. I last ate here in 2015, and even back when it was on Convoy in the late '90s, and this is the best it has ever been. I highly, highly recommend Khyber Pass to anyone: adventurous eaters, first-timers, comfort-food seekers, well everyone. I'll definitely be back, and next time I'm saving room for dessert.

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Best koobideh and khapli kabob in the game. The koobideh is super juicy and comes with 2 pieces of…read morebread. The khapli comes with 3 giant disks of crispy beef and the seasoning is unmatched. The service is great but make sure you go over your order. They have a restaurant side and market side which is cool.

I am highly disappointed with the business practices at this establishment. I ordered Chopan kabob…read moreplate and, since it did not include rice, I requested a side of rice. I specifically asked for plain rice, as I do not prefer kabuli rice due to its sweet and savory combination. An older gentleman kindly allowed me to sample the rice, which I agreed to take. However, the issue arose during checkout. I clearly informed the younger staff member that I did not want an additional full meal and only requested a side of rice. He initially agreed but proceeded to charge me the full price of a meal after simply removing the lamb. This is not only misleading but also reflects poor ethical business practices. My request was straightforward, yet the lack of flexibility and customer service was disappointing. Additionally, I was informed after all that back and forth that lamb shank was in fact unavailable and was offered kabob as a replacement. This further demonstrates a lack of transparency and attention to customer expectations. I declined and the whole ordeal just left me with a distasteful experience and disappointed as this is not representative of the beautiful Afghan hospitality. I initially visited with the intention of evaluating this restaurant as a potential venue for hosting an event. Unfortunately, this experience has changed my perspective. I strongly encourage management to address these issues, as they significantly impact the overall customer experience. Tried the chopan kabob I don't know if it was intentionally done but it is soaked in salt. Never again.

Arman Cafe - halal - Updated May 2026

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