best karahi i have in my life! awesome food! very authentic! open 24 hours.. very busy and noisy.. read more

Kabob Palace - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Stop the best in the DMV - by FAR. No one clones close to their chick peas. Open late. One downside: prices have gone through the roof. $21 for a kabob plate is rough. We used to go weekly, now maybe once a month. read more

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I always love coming here. I had the opportunity again to order a platter for my family. The flavors that Kabob palace has for their kabob are just flavorful and smokey. It seems they just have it down pat. I got a lamb (a bit chewy with fat) and chicken and Kebob sheesh with chickpea, rice, salad and Nan. The Nan is fluffy and you get fresh chewy nan instead of the dry and brittle ones at other comparable shops. I like that it taste like sourdough in the bites. read more

Oh how much I miss this place. I lived in Falls Church and would drive here once a week or once every other week. I love that they make everything fresh and when you order; they get right to cooking. It's always packed here; no matter what time and parking is very limited. It's so worth the wait; most authentic food hands down! Customer service is excellent. They have tables and chairs for dine in. I like to take it to go. I highly recommend this place. Everything is soooo delicious here. read more

One of the best spots for kebabs and karahi. We ordered the goat karahi and chicken kebab. There wasn't much waiting, and even though the restaurant isn't too fancy, the food was prepared pretty quickly. Both dishes were delicious and full of flavor. Definitely a great place if you're looking for good, authentic food without the frills. read more

Kabob Palace - 15-A. Goat Karahi (for 2 Persons) - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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I've been a loyal customer of Kabob Palace for more than 20 years, which is why I was especially disappointed with my experience today. After getting home and opening our takeout platters, it was immediately clear that something has changed. Even the way the food was packaged felt different from what I've come to expect over the years. While the kabobs themselves were still good, the sides were noticeably different and the overall meal just didn't taste the same. It honestly did not feel like the quality and consistency that kept me coming back for so many years. I wanted to ask if there has been a change in management, recipes, or kitchen operations recently. Unfortunately, this experience was disappointing enough that I don't see myself returning. I felt it was important to share this feedback as a long-time customer who truly enjoyed and supported your restaurant for many years. read more

Been coming here since I was little with my dad and the food is always 10/10! The guys that work behind the counter are pumping out the food for everyone and have a hard exterior but they're truly softies if you just ask for what you need! The decor is rustic but is crowded and could definitely be updated but I'm not coming there for a fancy night out. I'm coming for the grilled chicken and naan! read more

Kabob Palace - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Review for delivery only. I hadn't had Kabob Palace in several years but it was as good as ever. There was a large portion of lean perfectly cooked boneless chicken accompanied by a large fresh salad, chick peas and a large fresh piece of naan. I was hungry and it was still plenty of food for leftovers. This place has been around forever for a reason and I'll be back here again sometime. read more

Kabob Palace - Boneless chicken with salad, rice, and okra - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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The food here is really good. I've had several kabob places in the area and this is my favorite by far...it's why I keep coming back, in spite of... In spite of what you may ask? The service. No matter when I come or who's working the front it's never a friendly or even good experience. Customers are treated more like an annoyance or inconvenience than a welcomed guest. Even simple requests (like having my salad put in a separate container) are refused. Sigh. They're lucky the food is this good.... read more

I came back to this restaurant after a decade with the same friends who introduced me to this place. After spending $200, we came out angry, sad, and regretful. The kabobs were dry, and lacked spice. The chana literally had no taste. My meal was $40 and they forgot to give me a skewer of kabob. This whole thing was an utter disaster. Took 40 mins of waiting for literally nothing. I was embarrassed. I asked my friends if we can meet there because of my experience a decade ago. We all came out sad that this place has fallen apart so badly. Don't even consider. read more

5/4/26 3:30 the last few times I ignored the guy with hairnet and mustache there making fun of me when I ordered my food. I told myself if it happens again I would say something and it happened again. I'm going to take my business somewhere I'm there to order food not be laughed at. read more

I've been going to kabob palace for about 4 years now and their food never disappoints. Since I usually order for pick up, it takes a while for them to prep but that's understandable since they are always packed with customers. I usually either get the lamb kabob or the beef kubideh and it comes with chick peas rice salad and naan. I got the lamb karahi once which was also great and serves about 4 people. Prices have gone up quite a bit over the years though read more

I ate here years ago and thought I had reviewed it, but apparently did not. But the food was so great, that I was recommending it to a friend and have searched for about 20 minutes to try and find this link to send them. read more

Kabob Palace is a national treasure! I lived in DC for 6 years from 2015-2021, and I would come here often. The chickpeas are simply divine (and well-seasoned). The chicken kabobs are smokey and succulent. Even the salad was always crisp and packed with flavor. Nom nom. In addition to the food, the service was always top notch and the restaurant is oozing with character, from the stickers covering the walls to the rich diversity of patrons you'd find in line at the restaurant. read more

Kabob Palace - Boneless Chicken Kabob - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I'm surprised this doesn't have higher reviews. My dinner was some of the best middle Eastern food I've ever had The chicken was perfectly cooked and slightly spicy. Everything was delicious I was skeptical at first but this place will certainly be added to the rotation. It's a crystal city gem read more

Kabob Palace - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Our family loves Kabob Palace so much. We discovered this 24 hour place during the isolation period and we've gone at least every other week since then. The place is usually pretty busy during dinner hours. The chicken and beef kabob always taste very tender and juicy. The chick peas have a little spice to them. The spinach is flavored very well. Inside dining is an option but the parking lot is a little tight. Recommend visiting! read more

Kabob Palace - Boneless Chicken Kabob - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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This place really hits the spot. Place was packed on Friday night at 10:30 and food took a while to get to us. We got a boneless chicken plate and a beef and boneless chicken plate. The boneless chicken I have to say is so juicy. Usually when you grill chicken it starts drying out, but none of the pieces even the next day after microwaving felt dry. Really impressive. The lentils over rice and naan felt like carb overload but it was really good. Portion size is pretty big. In hindsight my wife and I should have just got one plate to share. Also love that it's really close to Avis rental read more

Kabob Palace - Beef and chicken special combo - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

This place is 24/7 and it's known by locals as a staple for food that you can get late night. Walking in, there is a lot going on but don't let it intimidate you. There is a menu that you can glance over to order food. If you like dishes ranging from kabobs to biriyani or curry based dishes, this is a place for you. I got the palace combo 2 which came with kubideh and boneless chicken served with basmati rice and naan. You also get two sides and they scoop a lot for you too! I got chick peas and mixed vegetables. For the price you pay, this is definitely enough to feed two people for it's worth. The food may not look appetizing but it's quick, late night food doesn't discriminate here. If it tastes good, thats all that matters to me. Fortunately it delivers and I can see why it's still a place to go to after so many decades later. read more

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Food was great, but the ambiance is not that great. It's a self service restaurant. it was not busy the day we went read more

Kabob Palace - 1. Chicken Kabob (Boneless) - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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We had the kabob plate that cane with the meat, rice, pita bread, salad and another dish that was green and a bit spicy. Both meats were tender and well seasoned and were really good. The pita bread was huge and warm when it came out. Mango lasi was less creamy then what i would expect but was rich in mango taste. The place was small and had a few tables. Its not a fancy place but you go for the food. So you order at the counter, chose your food and you wait as they prepare it. read more

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The kabobs here are really good with the naan. I had the chicken and lamb tikka combo and the lamb tikka was by far the best lamb tikka I've ever had and my family owns several Afghan restaurants. Both kabobs were cooked very well despite being large chunks. I didn't care for or like there sides or the rice hence the 4 stars. The kabobs are top notch though. I will be back to try the lamb chops next and the bone in chicken. Would love to try some of the Karahis but they look like way to much for one or two people lol. Service is a little funky make sure to go to the right side to order the left side is for pickup. read more

Food quality: traditional Bengali style cuisine, large portions Inside: tons of tables, well lit. Can easily bring yourself or multiple people to eat Price: in comparison to nyc/queens, food is on the pricier side but that's a given with nova area read more

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(2.0) Let down...I came to Kabob Palace on a friend's recommendation since they've been around for a long time, but I honestly don't see the appeal. The food was cold, bland, and completely forgettable--nothing like the flavorful kabobs I was expecting. While I'll admit their hours are convenient, that's really the only positive here. The kitchen looked unsanitary, which made me even more uncomfortable about eating the food. Overall, a very mediocre experience that I won't be repeating. Definitely not worth the hype. read more

This place has gone down the drain. The wall has cracks where you can see ants coming in and out, floor had muddy water under the table. We ordered combo platter and all kebobs were somewhat dry but beef kebob particularly was so tough that you couldn't even bite through it. We brought the complain to the guy on the front and he blamed us for ordering it!! Instead of saying he'll re cook it etc he goes it'll take too long here take a side of haleem Like what!!! And mind you prices for a run down place with below average food is ridiculously high!! 30 bucks for a combo platter!! Please avoid unless you like below average food and throwing your money away read more

A lot of reviews for this place and I can see why its a popular spot. my friends love this place because it does feel like you are in another country. I've lived in the area for a few years now and finally got to try it out. It opens late. You can tell its legit by the customers who eat here. The food is good and fresh and kabobs were good. They give a lot and they serve the food in the pan it was cooked in. I'm just not a fan of lamb so I'm not the best reviewer of this place. I did enjoy the curry with the potatoes, forget what it was called. Overall its a great place if you like kabobs and Afghan/Pakistan? food. read more

We visited this place on a Sunday for a quick meal. I was pleasantly impressed by the service and flavor of my meal. I ordered the chicken and lamb kabob with rice, chickpeas, and salad. There's plenty of self-service seating inside so we decided to eat inside. The food was absolutely delicious and a huge portion. I will definitely be back! read more

This place has gone downhill. They got stingy with portions and got way overpriced. The curries and sides are drenched in oil and are tasteless. read more

Kabob Palace - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Been here many times over the years... genuine delicious hot food, excellent service... like everywhere now, prices are high... this is great place to get some delicious food... eat-in or take-out... menu or buffet bar... Food quality: 4 Service: 4 Ambiance: 2 Price/value: 3 read more

Kabob Palace is hidden behind the slightly shady plaza in Crystal City. There is a lot of seating inside and you wait in line before ordering and paying. With 9 of us a couple Sundays ago, the food came out surprisingly fast and the portions were huge. CHICKEN KABOB (BONELESS) - 19 (post-tax) Again, the portions were massive. I chose chickpeas as my side/vegetable and there was a heaping amount of chickpeas on top of a very flavorful bed of rice. A small side of salad and a several pieces of juicy chicken breasts that have been charred and seared to perfection. I ate maybe half of it and was able to make two smaller lunches out of it the couple days after. This was such a good deal and the food was so delicious. Again, that chicken really be hitting and you can eat that rice on its own because its well-seasoned. I would highly recommend Kabob Palace. It is the best kabob restaurant I've had in Arlington so far. read more

Kabob Palace - 1. Boneless Chicken Kabob - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Really juicy and well marinated kabobs. Tried the chicken kobideh plate which came with rice, bread, and sides of your choice. I got the lentils with greens which were very hearty. Well seasoned, ready in ~10 minutes, and great flavors. Highly recommend if you are in the area! read more

The interior is gorgeous. The staff was incredibly nice and treated everyone like a friend. Food came out quickly, and the portions were huge. The chicken kubideh was seasoned well and juicy. The naan was super fluffy and flavorful. This is definitely the place to go if you're looking for a big family-style meal. read more

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This place is a gem. They are open 24 hours. My go to is the chicken kabobs. It is served with rice, salad, side and naan. The sides always rotate daily. I love the curry potatoes on Tuesday. The chickpeas are also delicious. read more

HEALTH HAZARD!! Went in around 11pm on a weekday night and the place was slammed. I got the Boneless Chicken and Lamb Combo. The food took 30 minutes which allowed for plenty of time to notice the health hazards. Most of the food is touched with bare hands. You will notice them touching the register and money and then food with their bare hands. My personal favorite was when one of the guys wiped off his sweat, proceeded to pick his ear wax, then handle someone's bread. The food itself had bold flavors. The bread and side of sauce were really good. I would recommend asking for an extra one or two sauces per order. Overall, I wish they handled food properly as they would receive a higher rating. read more

Kabob Palace - Chicken and Lamb Combo - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I've been picking up food here for years. Their chickpeas and rice are so good (especially the second day). I had the boneless chicken this time and it was so moist and tasty. Can't wait to go back! read more

Kabob Palace - Boneless 1. Chicken Kabob (Boneless) Chickpeas & rice with a bite of spinach/potatoes - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Very clean and nice first time here. Food was ok . I was thinking Gyro but they didn't do them . So I ordered lamb and salad with chicken and peppers. It been here for many years . Even tho not my kinda of food but over all experience was nice. read more

Kabob Palace - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I only ordered for the beef curry and they let me too. Got there and I was told they're not serving beef which was disappointing, should have not let people order beef. read more

Kabob Palace is totally legit! I can understand why this 24 hour place is so popular and so well regarded. Walking into the restaurant on a Saturday night after midnight and the tables were full and the line snaked around to the entrance from the register. Nothing fancy, but it was on and poppin.' I ordered only the lamb kebab and naan bread with the sauce to make a wrap to eat on the train back up to NYC. Well that didn't happen and I ate it the next day back home. This is an important point, because it was juicy, tender and flavorful two days later! For well under twenty bucks, that was quite a bargain, with so many tender chunks of lamb meat the plate sized naan had difficulty wrapping around. It's the best wrap you'll ever eat! There is so much more on offer here. The chickpeas and spinach looked great! All the meats look and smell tremendous. This is a savory Kabob Palace. If you manage to get a table during peak time, you can have your meat, rice and veggies served up in these gigantic steel bowls, whose steam rising hints at the fragrant and spicy olfactory aromas soon to treat your palate. The platters they fill to the styrofoam's capacity with the meat, rice and veggies are feasts and bring people back. One time here and you'll be a repeat patron too! Do yourself a favor and stop by when in the Arlington vicinity and you'll be back. I will. Four well deserved stars! read more

So good we ate it back to back. Literally went two days in a row. I wish we had Afghan food in Atlanta. The Chickpeas with sauce, the chicken, the spinach it was all sooooo good. OMG. I might have to fly in just to get this read more

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Came in on a Sunday, which was not busy at all. The decorations around the place have not changed since I've been there a couple of years ago. There are a lot of tables and a lot of seating, but can be cramped at times (self-seating). The food was amazing. All dishes were extremely flavorful and delicious. Naan and some sauces came with it, making it even better. Both the Nehari and the combo platters were well worth it. Definitely coming back again for more. read more

Kabob Palace - Nehari Weekend Special Family Combo 2 - Afghan Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

This place is always a great option for those nights late out as it's 24/7. I love ordering the Koobedeh platter and lamb platters. Nice sized portions with every meal and expedited service. read more