This is the second time I am reposting this honest review which the owner keeps flagging and Yelp…read morekeeps removing. This is clearly something the owner does because a few reviews below someone else mentioned her review was flagged and taken down. THE OWNER/MANAGER IS NOT A HONEST PERSON. The owner of this establishment contacted Yelp to remove my original review, claiming my experience was not legitimate. I am reposting my review with screenshots showing that | placed an online pickup order and visited the restaurant. The photos are timestamped from 2/3/2026. Transparency matters, and attempting to discredit a real customer experience instead of addressing it reflects poorly on the business. Flagged Content: Order: Chicken Shawarma Plate Total: $17.55 Location: 217 W Winton Ave, Haywara, CA 94544 I am extremely disappointed with this purchase. The food was not good at all. The chicken was clearly not fresh--it tasted old and seemed like it had been reheated in the microwave, possibly from a day or two earlier. The side dish with garbanzo beans also tasted old. The pita bread was cold and not even warmed, which shows a lack of care. The service was just as bad. When I arrived, the front door was locked even though the restaurant states it opens at 11:00 AM. I arrived around 12:35 PM. A gentleman eventually came to open the door. When I told him my name and that I was there for a pickup order, he seemed completely confused. A young lady then stepped in and asked about my order, and I had to show her proof that I placed it online. Apparently, my order was not in their system despite my confirmation. She told me my food would be ready in three minutes. I was on my lunch break, and there was no apology for the door being locked or for my order not being ready. I ordered ahead specifically because I was on a time limit. The fact that it was ready in "three minutes" made it very clear that the food was reheated rather than freshly made. The ambiance was also unpleasant. The restaurant has large chandeliers trying to appear elegant, but it doesn't work. Chairs were stacked on top of tables, so dining in wasn't even an option. There was also a strong smell of floor cleaner throughout the restaurant, as if they were trying to cover up another odor. Overall, I do not recommend this place. The food quality, service, and overall experience were very disappointing. This was a waste of money. I ended up throwing the food away because I was worried about food poisoning and didn't have time to return it since I was on my lunch break. I will not be coming back.

The owner got my review removed from yelp with an excuse that this is not the restaurant for this…read moreservice. However it is. I am posting it here. We went for iftar buffet today ( which was Sunday but since my review got removed ) on the Winton Ave one Was expecting way more than what was served. By the time I got to get bolani, there was barely anything left. There was only one meat dish- chicken kebob. It was over cooked and dry. There was barely any meat in the qabeli dish. When I mentioned it to the sever in charge, instead of making sure there is more meat for all guests and customers, he kept lecturing me that he did bring meat and if people take a lot he can't control it - literally saying can't hold people's hands. It was very embarrassing as he was so loud while talking to me and everyone looked at me. Two suggestion: for the price they are charging, they better have more meat option and do better job. 2nd - customer service is everything. There are many options in BayArea , I brought my family here because I had great past experience having dinner here after my meetings in the eduction county office. However, today's experience was disappointing. Treat your customers with respect. You are not giving them food for free or doing them a favor. We pay! Remember that! Very disappointed in the behavior today! If you want your business to succeed be open to criticism and learn to accept and change and improve! Removing reviews is not the way to address the issue.

First impressions....cozy place outside. with a warm feel inside as we were greeted. When my wife…read moreand I walked in, they were filming. We were greeted with an enthusiastic welcome. When seated after ordering, we were served with the signature Afghan bread with delicious spicy dipping sauce. The owner I presume also introduced us to two lovely dishes. One with potato in a flat bread and the other was a butter nut squash. They were both served with a creamy yogurt. My wife and I ordered the trio Kabob and the eggplant dish. Highly recommended. The meats are so tender! Out of all the Persian places I have experienced the chicken at this establishment is the best! The beef even more! The dessert was heaven... If you want a true Afghan foodie experience, this is the place to go to in the Bay Area! Can't wait to try the other dishes!

A lovely family-owned, cozy Afghan restaurant with traditional eats like bolani, chapli, lamb…read morekebab, etc. Upon arriving, my friend and I were warmly greeted by the host and directed to order and pay later. We got the potato bolani and platter of the chicken kebab and chapli kebab to share. The potato bolani was my favorite, but the chapli kebab didn't have much flavor. The chicken was decent and paired well with the rice. My favorite items were definitely the bolani and chutney. At the end of our meal, they offered us a complimentary dessert of rose-flavored pudding with crushed pistachios. Overall, a 3.5 for food. I would definitely come back for the bolani. Please note parking can be quite difficult since it's in a small plaza so expect to parallel park in the neighborhood.

I recently ate at Kabul Afghan Cuisine in San Carlos, and it was one of the best and freshest meals…read moreI've had in a long time. We ordered the salmon kebab, chicken kebab, and the soft pumpkin topped with a flavorful ground lamb meat sauce and yogurt sauce. Every dish was outstanding. The kebabs were incredibly delicious. The chicken was juicy, tender, and full of flavor, but my absolute favorite was the salmon kebab. It was perfectly cooked, fresh, and exceptionally tasty. Beyond the amazing food, the service was equally impressive. Jamal and Michelle were genuinely warm, welcoming, and hospitable, making the entire dining experience even more enjoyable. The atmosphere is beautiful and unique. It has an upscale feel, is very clean, and is rich in cultural charm. Walking into the restaurant makes you feel like you've been transported somewhere far away--definitely not California. I highly recommend Couple Cuisine and look forward to returning.

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)

Large portions, good flavor. Can be a little disorganized but very homey style. Even other patrons…read moreare very friendly. Charbroiled meats were fantastic. Must get. Perfect char, juicy meat, and great texture on the patty. I also really enjoyed the potato bolani. Crispy bread and creamy potato. Huge portion. What's not to love! Had free chutney at the table. The slow cooked lamb in the pallow was fall-off-the bone. However, not too much meat. Mantu was a skip for me. Meat inside was delicious and sauces and wrapper worked, but not special compared to other dishes, especially since lentils were a little undercooked. Doogh as a drink isn't up my alley, but paired with the heavy meat dishes well.

TLDR: Went for a friend's birthday lunch on a Sunday afternoon, and they were able to accommodate…read morefor various sized parties. They were a little disorganized, but the decor and vibes were very homey. Their portions are fairly large, and overall the food was pretty decent, although not all of the dishes were my cup of tea I will say. This was my first time having Afghanan cuisine, so take what I say here in my review with a grain of salt. I rounded up because the food was pretty tasty and filling, but wasn't super impressed by the overall experience. So, to me, flavor and quality of the food is more important than the overall experience with the staff and vibes of the space. I would have given a 3.5/5 if I could. Food: 4/5 A friend mentioned that this is his family's go to spot for some of the most authentic Afghan food, so this is what I am basing the rest of this review on. We ordered Triple Kabob Murgh, Teka and Chaplee Kabob, Quabili Pallow, Mantu, Aushak, Sabzi Challow, Kado Borani, and Doogh. The kabob meats were all seasoned differently and were very tender, but everything else had a very similar palate to each other. Everything was fairly tasty, and the lamb wasn't too gamey, which I appreciated. If you try the Doogh yogurt drink, know that it is sour and an acquired taste, my friends said it wasn't good until they ate some food along side it. Staff/Space: 3.5/5 The staff wasn't the most friendly nor did they really come to check on us. The guy just took the order and brought our order and that was the only real interactions we had with the staff. The space in general was super homey and very much set for cozy family vibes. There is a decent amount of space inside and outside to accommodate for various party sizes. There is only street parking, which is not super convenient.

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.

Food is great. There lamb dishes are heavenly…read more Try the breads. Try them with their eggplant dish. Eggplant plus yogurt tastes great with fluffy bread. Chapli kabob is excellent

We've been customers of this Afghan Kabob House for about 20 years now. We used to order regularly,…read moreand even dined at the main De Afghanan Restaurant, but as prices increased over the years, we've limited our visits to once or twice a year for the past decade. I regret not leaving a review earlier--I didn't want to simply echo what everyone says: that this is the best kabob. Unfortunately, today that "is" became a "was." We ordered lamb and beef, and I was surprised to see the total come to $43. I wasn't surprised that they only accept cash. What was shocking, however, was the taste and quality of the food. This is not the same Kabob House we once loved. The meat was overcooked, less tender, and noticeably different in flavor. The main reason for this review is the strange taste I noticed while eating the meat. After biting my third piece of meat, it tasted so off that I had to spit it out and rinsed my mouth right away. I became genuinely concerned about getting food poisoning, completely lost my appetite, and stopped eating. Sadly, after so many years of loyalty, this experience means we won't be returning. You've lost another long-time customer.

I never had or ordered food from here (never dared to be honest) mainly because I always had…read moreserious concerns about their hygiene practices. The thin see-through plastic-looking curtain at the entrance door is extremely dirty and filthy. This alone is the major deterrent for me. Then I entered the store and it was extremely dark at 2:00 pm. There was only one light on at the butcher area. The guy at the counter ignored me and didn't even bother to say hi or if I need any help, which I really did. I was looking for some middle eastern style dill pickles. I had to go through all the isles in the darkness to find the pickle isles. There was no dill pickles! Only a few pickled vegetable jars from the manufacturers that I never shopped before. Their condiment options are very limited and is not like Middle Eastern, Persian, or Arab markets where you find a big selection of a variety of brands for one single item. I hope they get to adopt better hygiene practices, learn to say hi to the customers, and bring more variety of products. I think most of positive reviews are from their family and friends. I agree with the negative reviews.

This was the Best Afghani Cuisine food ever! Excellent Customer service. Made me feel at home.read more

Still our favorite Afghan place in the Tri-Valley. Nothing fancy but always freshly and flavorfully…read moreprepared. Pricing are going up everywhere but Kabul Kebab has somehow become a pretty decent value! Ordered 3 dishes for 3 adults and it was more than we really needed. Also ended up ordering potato bolani which was absolutely delicious, but probably not needed as our main dishes were more than enough. Happens when you order hungry sometimes. Service is always pleasant and easy. Still one of our go to places after church. Definitely our favorite Afghan/Kebab place!

I love Afghan cuisine, but unfortunately this did not meet my expectation at all. We ordered…read moretakeout and tried the following dishes: 1. Triple Kabob (with Chicken, Koobideh, and Beef Chapli): 2/5, despite having lots of spices, probably had not the right combination of spices, not well seasoned, kind of bland, and very dry 2. Beef Teka Kabob: 1/5, extremely overcooked and not well seasoned 3. Qabili Palaw: 2/5. Sooo disappointed, because this is my absolute favorite Afghan dish, and it was not well prepared at all. It looked like all components were separately cooked and put together. 4. Beef Manto: 4/5. this was actually pretty good. Still not the best Manto I've had, but something that I would like to order again 5. Bolani Kachaloo: 3/5. Good, but not great. It could have had more filling and more flavorful. I've had much better Bolanis before as well.