I was in the mood for their food and so headed over. I love the fact that the waiter has an…read moreincredible memory and always knows what you like to eat and drink, very impressive, and he is welcoming for your visit to their restaurant. This is a hidden little gem in the back of a long strip mall and definitely a place you should add to your try list. It's not fancy to look at, but I always feel comfortable coming in here, and they can easily accommodate large parties. As usual, they brought a refreshing lettuce salad. Once I finished that off I ordered the Mantu appetizer. Mantu is stuffed with a wonderful ground beef filling, a little pocket of deliciousness, a tiny spicy heat to it, and a moist sauce that rounds out the flavor, and is finished with a generous sprinkle of sumac. It's a delicious light dumpling!! My favorite dish that I keep ordering over and over is the Showra. This is a super flavorful broth in which a lamb shank sits along with a potato. It sounds so simple, and it is, but I think it's absolutely wonderful. I've never seen a naan prepared the way they do their version. Pull off pieces and dip that into the broth so that it gets all soggy and delicious :-). They serve it with a small side of onion and lemon, and I squeeze the lemon juice into it and dump the onion into the hot broth. I like to finish the meal with the light Firni milk pudding sprinkled with chopped pistachios. While eating here, you could run next-door to the market if you need some Halal meat. I think the above is my favorite meal here.

Came here after seeing a video about this place online and I have to say I was honestly…read moreunderwhelmed. I came during lunchtime and it was completely empty but I still opted to dine in anyway, so I could get the real experience. The first booth I wanted to sit in was dirty, so I went to a different one which I eventually realized still had crumbs on it as well. I ended up placing my order and just telling her to make it to go bc I just wasn't feeling it. I ordered the lamb chops which on the menu had the full bone on it so you could easily pick it up and eat, but when I got my order, it didn't have the bone which I thought was a bit odd. In general, I feel like the rice and the lamb chops could've used more flavor. The little spicy sauce they provided helped though.

Service was so good. Seating was comfortable . And the food was absolutely delicious. My…read moredumplings were perhaps the best food item I've had all year!! Deliciously spiced and cooked perfectly! Will be back for sure.

This place reminds me of the best Afghani friends I used to know in my first college: kindly and…read moreruminating like Rumi. They take joy in being sincere and singular about their natural affinity with people, and natural affinity for genuine hospitality with a flair. My cousin and my beloved used to come here as we would have their aloo roti Afghan style, with delicious yogurts, sauces, chutneys, and kebabs. They take joy bread is thinner than most places, and oval shaped --so, you'll be craving another round (pun intended) before the meal is done. The yellow, saffron rice is my preferred dish with kebabs --made succulent, spicy, and tender. The music is lively, but not loud. The lighting could be dimmed a bit --candlelight might be better. Nice place. Most take good to go these days as most people seem to be in a rush for their lives.

I had a pleasant lunch at Angara Kabab & Karahi recently. Parking space was plentiful in front of…read morethis table service restaurant. My order was for the butter chicken for $15 and I added some garlic naan for another $3.50 along with some lemonade ($3). Both food items were delivered together about 10 minutes after ordering. The food was delicious. The butter chicken was made with tandoori chicken bathed in a slightly spicy and creamy butter and tomato sauce. The naan came with very 2 large slices and tasted as advertised. Garlic and butter always go together and this bread was well worth it. This meal tasted very good and satisfied my hunger. Table service was good here. I would order this meal again and be happy to return.

Angara you wouldn't notice from the street, so it's a little like a hidden gem. Their specialty is…read morekabab and karahi, hence the name. + The curries are excellent (shinwari chicken and beef kebab), lots of flavor. + The hyderabad chicken dum biryani was good, comes with salan and raita + Pricing is fair, a little cheaper than Aga's + They have peshwari naan, which is a personal favorite of mine, not too many places have it. + They offered complimentary samples of their chai, which was rich and delicious + Friendly staff + Clean restroom - My fiancee ordered the mango lassi, while the rest got water. We assumed it would be tap, but we got bottled. Fortunately, the charge was only $1. I would recommend clarifying with the restaurant / and the restaurant the guest. - Fiancee didn't think the lassi had enough of the mango flavor and didn't like that it came with whipped cream - Several items were not available, the shinwari special (soup), and borani bademjan (eggplant). I would recommend Angara if you're looking for karahi in Hillcroft. Plus they cater!

Mantoo dumplings and Dahl soup were incredible with great flavor and prices, mint lemonade was the…read morebest I've had

Amazing food! 100% halal for those with dietary restriction. We easily setup a reservation for…read moreabout 16 people including 2-3 high chairs. This is the perfect place to have a large group dinner with kids needing high chairs. I would recommend making a reservation though if it's a large party. Food came out hot and fresh and some items were a big hit. Highly recommend the Mantu, Bolani, Challow, Chapli, and Goat Chops. The Goat Chops were very tender, highly recommend trying those.

4.5 Stars Came here…read moreafter work on a Thursday evening. The restaurant was decently busy (about half the tables were filled) but I still felt taken care of. I was in line to order to-go but the lady in front of me had the hardest time paying for her order. After several unsuccessful attempts, another lady came by to take my order so that she could put my order to the kitchen first while I waited to pay. I found that to be extremely considerate of the worker to think to do that. Food came out in about 15 minutes. I was so hungry I ended up deciding to eat in my car. A little disappointed that they didn't include any utensils (nor did they ask if needed any), but thankfully I had some extras in my car. I ordered a chicken kebab and they were nice enough to sub my rice for a salad without extra charge. Also ordered the borani bademjan because I'm a fan of all things eggplant. Everything was delicious. The chicken kebab was juicy, moist, and nicely seasoned. However, my favorite item was hands down the borani bademjan. It had large pieces of smoky grilled eggplants and I love the spiced tomato flavors. Yum! Highly recommend for all eggplant fanatics. The borani came with a piece of nan that was good as well. Overall a great find and will be back to try other items.

Came here on a Friday night and the place was totally empty. Everything we got from the bolani to…read morethe challow kabab was excellent! Food was very fresh and not too heavy. The service was excellent. Ambiance was nice too and the bathrooms are super clean!

Some of the best Persian food in town! Avesta has some of the most rich and juicy high quality food…read morethat hits the spot. From generous portions to amazing naan bread I love love coming here. Their cherry rice is just top tier here and it goes so well. I had never had cherry rice before coming here and I'm hooked!. From the pictures you can see its quite a generous portions of rice so you'll be pretty full by the end of it. Kabobs beef/chicken, always extremely fresh, juicy, and rich in flavor. Hummus with the complimentary naan goes so well together I've came back year after years and am happy to report that their quality has remained the same. I always recommend Avesta when it comes to Persian food!

Avesta Persian Restaurant delivers a well-rounded dining experience with a warm, inviting ambiance…read moreand genuinely friendly service that makes you feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. It's the kind of spot that works just as well for a casual dinner as it does for a relaxed night out with friends or family. We started off with the lentil soup, which was comforting and flavorful--light yet satisfying, with a nice balance of spices. The hummus was smooth, creamy, and elevated even more by the complimentary fresh bread, which came out warm and perfectly baked--easily one of the highlights of the meal. For mains, the Koobideh Combination stole the show. The kababs were juicy, well-seasoned, and cooked perfectly, with that classic smoky flavor that makes Persian kabobs so good. Definitely the standout dish and a must-order. The Salmon & Chicken combo was equally impressive--both proteins were tender, nicely grilled, and paired beautifully with the saffron rice and grilled vegetables, giving you a great mix of flavors and textures. We also tried the Soujuk & Cheese Lahmajun, which added a nice twist to the meal. It had a crispy base with rich, savory toppings, and the cheese brought everything together really well--great for sharing. Avesta is a solid go-to for Persian cuisine in Houston. Between the quality of the kababs, fresh bread, and overall flavor, everything hit the mark. Pair that with the great atmosphere and welcoming staff, and it's definitely a place worth coming back to

Absolutely loved this small business! I wanted to try an Afghan restaurant and saw this featured in…read morethe Houston Chronicle. I got the two most popular dishes, including the karahi (beef per our waiter's recommendation) and the chapli kebab with bukhari pulao. The karahi portion was better than other restaurants! I wanted more curry sauce and the beef could have been more tender, but still delicious. The sauce also had some heat to it! The garlic naan was big and tasted fresh, one of my favorite naans I've had. The chapli dish was the standout. The beef was so flavorful and I normally don't enjoy ground beef!! Highly highly recommend. Complimentary hummus which went great with the naan however nothing to write home about. Complimentary hot green tea. Drinks are self serve. Dishes are served on paper plates and there are styrofoam plates to eat individually. I do wish they used glass dishware. Service was amazing. The staff were very friendly and checked up on us throughout the entire meal. I even heard them customizing a patron's order who wanted to try a little bit of lamp chop in addition to his lamb kofta which I found very generous. Restroom was very clean! Overall, delicious, fairly priced Afghan food. Highly recommend.

This is why I HATE to try new places! My birthday dinner went like this...ordered take out…read more Pointed to the menu and read aloud what I wanted, young cashier even repeated my order. 15 minutes later one bag of food comes and I'm told my order is almost ready, a second bag is coming. A few minutes later the second bag comes. I get home and the main dish I wanted isn't there. I called, you didn't order that. You are telling ME what I did or did not order?!?!?! That would be bad enough, but the tandoori chicken was so dry it was uneatable and went into the garbage. Hmmm, what to have for dinner now?

First time I tried this. Got the platter for 2. Authentic…read more The taste really surprised me. Fire grilled, chicken goat and booed kebabs, and a large lamb shank cooked buttery in the middle of the rice. The rice was specially cooked, flavorful, and really yummy. They don't try to kill you with salt. Food does not need extra salt to enhance your pallet. Always a good sign showing a chefs co fence with their food. And the size of the platter is generous. It could feed 4 people. Definitely a recommend if you like grilled meats and rice. Comes with sliced turnip, cucumber, fresh mint leaves and fresh parsley. I'll be going back to try other menu items for sure. High recommend.

Houston has a stunning Afghani restaurant scene, and Tolo Kabab House is one of its stars. Located…read morein a small strip center across from PlazAmericas (the former Sharpstown Mall), you are warmly welcomed, and as soon as you order, you can partake in free tea and soup. The chicken kababs were full of flavor, served over naan on giant skewers. The mantoo were delightful bites. And, as we were eating, a free dessert was set out, a cool refreshing pudding, the perfect antidote for a hot humid Houston summer day. The service was friendly, as were the fellow diners, who engaged us in conversation. I can't wait to return - consider me a fan!