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Cafe Kashkar

4.0 (322 reviews)
ModerateTurkish, Halal, Uzbek
Open • 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Laghman lamb noodles
Laks N.

We have been meaning to try Uyghur food for a while. Looks like Brooklyn has a bunch of restaurants. Kashkar is a cute place. Compact, but has some panache. We added the Bosu Laghman after checking with the person attending and lamb soup. Both were quite good. The pulled noodles, being what they are, may feel a bit chewy, but we realize that is the idea. Sitting outside on a Sunny day was a good plus as well.

Mike S.

As someone from Xinjiang, I've been trying to come here for years, but I thought the food was okay. I think the Uyghur restaurants in Flushing are better. The place is very busy. They have a lot of good stuff on the menu. The dining environment was not good. There was no AC in summer and we were really hot. Service was decent.

67. Compote
Marianne D.

Wow. Just... wow. I've been searching for authentic Uyghur food like a desert nomad craves an oasis, and folks, I've found my culinary Shangri-La. This isn't just good; it's so good it makes me question every life choice I've made up until this point that didn't involve eating here. Let's talk fried manty. These aren't just dumplings; they're crispy, savory pockets of pure joy. I'm pretty sure angels sing when you bite into them. And the langman soup? It's like a warm, comforting hug from a kindly Uyghur grandmother who also happens to be a Michelin-starred chef. The noodles are perfect, the broth is rich, and I'm convinced it has magical healing properties. My only complaint is that I couldn't swim in it. Yet. The service is what I'd call "charmingly efficient." There's literally one waiter, who I suspect is also the owner, the busboy, and possibly moonlights as a secret agent. Despite being a one-man show, he's faster than a gazelle on a caffeine rush and surprisingly delightful. You'll feel like you're eating at your cool aunt's house - if your cool aunt ran a killer restaurant. The atmosphere is pure neighborhood gem - casual, unpretentious, and exactly what you want when you're about to dive face-first into a plate of deliciousness. Don't expect white tablecloths; expect to be incredibly comfortable and ready to get down to business with your chopsticks. Just a heads-up: they prefer cash, probably because their credit card machine is still trying to process how much flavor they're serving up. But they do take cards, so don't sweat it. In summary, if you're looking for an authentic Uyghur experience that will make your taste buds do a happy dance and your stomach sing praises, run, don't walk, to this place. My only regret is that I can't give it six stars. And that I have to leave. I'm already planning my next visit and debating whether it's socially acceptable to just move in.

David A.

Ate at one of the few Uyghur restaurants in NYC with friends last night in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn. Think of it as a hybrid between Uzbeki and Chinese, but 100% halal. Service was fantastic. Got free street parking right there immediately. Total cost $135 including tax and tip. Note: they don't write down that there is a service charge included in the total or that there's a cash discount; I had to ask. It was very different from what we ate in Providence last week at a Uyghur restaurant. Not pictured: pitcher of compote.

Alan T.

I always feel like Uzbeki cuisine is such an underrated cuisine. I ordered takeout from this mom and pop restaurant and got their lamb lagman (fried noodles), fried manti (dumplings), and lamb + beef skewers. I loved their skewers and dumplings! I did wish the noodles were "fried" more, but the lamb in that dish was also amazing!

14. Lagman
Justin T.

My friends and I were hanging out in Brighton Beach to check out some Eastern European spots. I've never tried Uyghur cuisine before, so this was a new experience. They offer a variety of dishes here ranging from soups, noodles, kebabs, and more. The food is unique, and I thought all our dishes were good and flavorful. I particularly enjoyed the manti and lagman noodles. I will say the portions are a bit small for the price. I also felt that service was a bit slow, granted the restaurant was busy at the time and there were 1-2 servers at a time. Overall, this was a good experience and I'm glad to try some new cuisine!

50. Lamb Kebab 52. Ground Beef Kebab 53. Chicken Kebab
Will N.

Such comforting food and a homey space. Best kebabs I've ever had. Flavorful and tender. Lagman noodles are a chewy hand-pulled texture, which is my exact preference. Beautiful color finishing on all the fried dishes. My favorite is the Samsa. The standout dish is the lamb stew on bread. (I don't recall the exact name.) Strongest flavor profile out of the entire table spread!

Anass D.

Cafe Kashkar has been around for over two decades and there's a reason it's still operating! Authentic Uyghur food in the heart of Brighton Beach. We ordered soup, fried pulled hand noodles with beef, Manty (Uzbeki dumplings), kebabs and their famous bread. This restaurant is the true definition of comfort food. Really felt like a home cooked meal. Everything tasted immaculate. In terms of ambiance, this place will make you feel like you're in Central Asia. The decor and patterns in this establishment were very pleasing to eye. Lastly, service was decent - our waiter gave us recommendations and was extremely helpful, but at the end he definitely wanted us to check out. It was near closing time so understandable, but we felt a bit rushed as we were wrapping up. All in all, I would strongly recommend this restaurant if you're looking to try authentic Central Asian food.

51. Lamb Ribs Kebab
Reema S.

Few joys have been jotted in my memory as deeply and happily as my visit to this unique restaurant. This is a beautiful homey Uyghur restaurant nestled in the hustle and bustle of Brighton Beach Ave. When you walk in and sit down, it's like being transported to someone's cozy decadently decorated drawing room in another world. Everything from the curtains, the vibrant printed fabric on the tables and the elaborate tea cups/china represents central Asian culture to the T. We started with some green tea and Naan, nibbling slowly and making our way to the center of the bread as we waited on our kababs - We ordered one of each type. Service was straightforward and simple, efficient without ant frills as is expected in a family restaurant. The tea tasted super fresh and came in an ornate tea pot with beautiful cups, and it was piping hot. The kababs came out sizzling hot with a side of tomato sauce. They were dripping in fatty goodness and perfectly grilled. The ground beef kabab is one of the juiciest things I have ever put in my mouth. The spices and flavors were perfectly balanced and not a single bite was dry or without juicy goodness. Lamb kebab was super tender, with lovely spices seared on to the pieces outside, a perfect bite and chew every time. Chicken kabab was super juicy, perfectly marinated and savory through and through. The real SHOWSTOPPER however, was the lamb rib kabab. This is easily one of the best things I've eaten in a REALLY long time. The kebab is a work of art, with tiny pieces of lamb ribs, perfectly skewered on, with equal amounts of fat and meat, cooked tender and the fat rendered perfectly. This was the most amazing skewer I've ever devoured, with spices and char on point and totally worth the wait. If you find yourself in little Uzbekistan, you HAVE to stop by this unique and amazing restaurant and try their food! 10/10 highly recommended!!!

Adam S.

First time of this type of food and it was amazing. I highly recommend the lamb dumplings and their stir fry noddles with lamb. So good! Good luck finding parking.

Jennifer L.

This is my first time trying out Uyghur. Here's a mom and pop shop that I would wholeheartedly recommend. Very kind staff and the restaurant's decor is thoughtfully done. - Samsa - very delicious. Especially with the sauce. - Manty - I don't think I've had skin this tasty before. The skin to meat filling is perfect. I imagine myself craving this in the future. - Lagman - lamb on noodles. Decent as well, but I would probably pass on this for more manty

47. Manty
Ashley N.

If you're in the neighborhood, check this place out! I would describe this cuisine as a mix of Middle Eastern, Asian & Eastern European food. so unique! The fried langman is a must. I also loved the compote, it's this fruit drink that's not too sweet.

18. Bosu Lagman

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9 years ago

absolutely amazing. i wish i could tell you the names of everything we ate, but every dish was incredible.

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