Wow this is a legendary Afghan restaurant located in Kensington Brooklyn and from the mante, to the…read morechicken kebab plate I can't tell you what's not amazing about this place. Good restaurant to come in with the family but also great for take out, and the quality and consistency is always top notch. The mante is seasoned so well and it's always fresh to order and one of my favorite dishes of all time. The food is very palatable as it's not spicy and you get a great value for your money. It's also halal and a great option in the area or if you're looking to explore and try some classic afghan food!

I had been to this Afghan restaurant once a good while ago, having gone there as part of a Yelp…read moreevent where I loved the food. More recently, I hosted a meal here with a bunch of others, and there were enough glaring issues that I can't recommend this place anymore, regardless of the excellent quality. The place is casual, and the staff had to be asked for silverware, extra cups for water, spoons for serving, and other items. To drink, someone had a $5 Doogh, and I ordered one too, but it never arrived, though at least it wasn't on the bill. They gave us a simple salad to munch on prior to the meal, which worked well with the yogurt dressing on the table. The bread on everyone else's table was missing from ours, which turned out to be the first difference in our meal compared to most other tables. For appetizers, we got a couple that were both $8 and had the same type of sauce. My preference of the two was the Mantu, or steamed dumplings stuffed with ground beef. The dish came with six large dumplings that were plump, with a nice thin dumpling skin. There was also the Aushak, filled with leeks and scallions. In comparison, they were smaller and a bit thicker, with a more refreshing filling. The sauces on both dishes consisted of a mix of garlic mint yogurt and a lamb/tomato-based sauce, and they went well, adding some tang. Of the mains, my preference was the $15 Chapli Kabob, or sizzling pan-fried ground beef patties mixed with fresh vegetables. In comparison to the Pakistani version, they were more delicately spiced, but I didn't mind, as there still was a little pleasant kick. The meat, otherwise, was very tender, with the three patties easily broken apart with a spoon for sharing. The group favorite was surprisingly the Spicy Chicken Kabob, consisting of boneless chicken breast marinated with a blend of Afghan spices for $17. The chicken was very tender and juicy, with a mild kick. I found it better than the $18 Lamb Tikka Kabob, with the meat in the latter being tasty but a bit dry/overcooked. There was also the tasty $15 Borani Banjan, or fried eggplant seasoned with spices and topped with garlic mint yogurt. This is available as an appetizer, but we got it as a main. The eggplant had a light crisp and a similarly tasty sauce, similar to the appetizers, which made sense in retrospect. The most well-known dish here is the Uzbeki Qabuli Pulao for $23, or braised lamb shank served over a bed of rice and garnished with sweet raisins and carrots. The lamb fell off the bone and was wonderful overall, and I can see why this is the most popular option here. I would comment on the Qabuli Pulao, but they gave us standard brown rice. They eventually gave us a separate dish of raisins and carrots, but this was annoying at best, as a few other dishes were coming out with said mixture on other tables, and I doubt they had all ordered it prior. For dessert, we got a single order of Firnee for $6, a housemade custard made with sweet milk, cinnamon, rosewater, and cardamom, garnished with minced pistachios. The custard was light with a mild sweetness. Otherwise, there was a pleasant floral flavor. We had a $5 pot of green tea with that dessert, which had some cardamom and I think maybe a little bit of cinnamon as well, and it went well. Overall, it was good, though a few of us got dessert afterwards at the excellent Pakistani shop Narala nearby. If the food wasn't so good, I'd be docking this spot another point or two, as this was the first time in a very long time that it felt like we were getting a different experience, in terms of bread and especially the rice, for some rather obvious/unfortunate reasons. The fact that they charged us for this rice multiple times without giving us said pulao irks me as well, even if it's only $3 per dish. To be honest, I would prefer to go back to a pricier spot in Manhattan, such as Afghan Kabob House or Ariana, where the service is nicer and we get the same experience.

Based on the recommendation of my chiropractor, I had lunch here earlier this week. Our server from…read moreMoldavia was friendly and attentive and suggested I try their most popular dish - the lamb lulya kebab which is ground lamb that is not overly spiced to allow one to taste the meat. It is served with rice and I found it to be a lighter than its Turkish equivalent. It was served with rice. We also ordered Turkish bread that was served warm. The dining area is comfortable and welcoming. Because this restaurant is set back from the Coney Island Avenue next to a liquor store it is easy to miss - but don't - it's excellent!

The interior is cute and they have a parking lot in the front…read more The servers were warm and eager to answer any questions I had about an unfamiliar menu. I ordered the Journey to Baku salad, the Turkish bread, and the Guru Khingal. The salad needed a pinch of salt, but there was a shaker on the table and with that addition, it was a decent refreshing appetizer. It's sort of a spread so I would recommend ordering some bread to eat with it. The bread came out steaming hot and smelling amazing. It was soft and fluffy on the inside and delicious. I took the extra home and ate it all immediately when I got there. Delicious bread. The Guru Khingal is honestly one of the best things I've ever eaten in New York City. I wasn't sure exactly what to expect, as I have never eaten this type of food before. The tender, handcut pasta seems to be layered with flavorful lamb fat like the most decadent possible buttered noodles and the ground lamb topping is rich and perfectly seasoned. The yogurt sauce gives the dish balance. It's a fairly large portion that could easily be shared between two. I highly recommend this spot, the glowing reviews are not exaggerating at all. I often like to try new and unusual restaurants, and sometimes I enjoy them mostly for the novelty. That was not the case at Village Cafe. My meal here was delicious and I am eager to return, even with the 75 minute commute from north Brooklyn.

WOW the Chicken rap was amazing ! Got it with both white and red sauce, just the nice amount of…read morespice to it. Highly reccommend it. I come to IC a lot and eat this, and its been consistently a go to for a nice lite lunch! Dont miss out try it.

While visiting Industry City, I stopped by Kotti Berliner Döner Kebab and I'm glad I did. I ordered…read morethe chicken pita sandwich -- it was delicious and the portion was huge. I couldn't even finish it all by myself! The flavor reminded me of döner kebab from my home country. I'm not from Germany, but the taste felt very authentic and close to Turkish-style döner, which made it even more special for me. The service was quick and friendly, which made the experience even better. Just note that the ambiance is more of a takeout setup -- there's no real sit-down area, so you'll need to find a spot nearby to enjoy your meal. I'm looking forward to going back to try more options from their menu. Highly recommended if you're in the area and craving a big, flavorful meal.

This place is great. The food is fantastic. It feels like I could actually be in Berlin…read more Highly suggest this place. If you're a fan of kebabs in this style, I don't think you'll be disappointed.

The staff were miserable, but the 3 stars is for the price to value (and taste) . I ordered root…read morevegetables as the protein and spent almost 20 bucks with tax. No sides, fries, or a drink. The food itself wasn't bad, but I think there are better $20 option at the Dekalb food hall.

That's the real deal! We can stay in the US now, since we found that one. Döner tastes great,…read morepeople are super nice. Doesn't get any better, they even have Spezi!!!

This takeout-only German-Turkish döner kebab spot at the north end of the East Village makes for an…read moreeasy and delicious meal. You order on the sidewalk via a kiosk and choose your protein (chicken, beef, or mixed), served as a wrap, sandwich, or in a box. I got the chicken box and of the three available sides (salad, yellow rice, fries) chose the rice and sides. The most delicious garlic cream sauce is drizzled over everything, though you can get extra sauce for $1 if you want more than just a drizzle. You can also get some spicy sauce for the same price, which does not come standard with the box. I didn't try the spicy stuff, but I would next time. The rice and the crunchy, shoestring-style spiced fries were great, but of course the biggest star of the box was the ridiculously tender chicken. It reminded me of halal street meat, but it's maybe even juicier and more succulent. Minor notes: The chicken was slightly, just slightly, over salted. Don't wait too long to eat the fries, which lose their luster pretty fast (as fries tend to do).

Food was amazing. We had two kebabs, chicken nuggets with French fries (for our kid) and Falafel…read morewith hummus. Everything was delicious, especially falafel. Service was great. Ready to help at anytime Ambiance was nice, neighborhood gem. We loved it ! Highly recommended

Two of us came here for lunch yesterday. My third or fourth visit -- never fails to please!…read more Delicious food at a decent price, excellent service. I had one of the pides (the one with the ground lamb) and couldn't have been happier with it. My companion had the chicken chops and was equally thrilled. Great to have a place like this in the neighborhood!

Came here on a Saturday afternoon after coming back from Governors Island. Place was almost empty…read moresans 2 tables. Food is decent, service is lacking, had to wait a very long time for everything just to get waters etc, I think its a husband and wife team... The cabbage dish was bland and my least favorite item, if you like fatty meat get the lamb ribs otherwise get the lamb kebab. The napoleon dessert was $12 and was so dry! Place could use a deep cleaning...Not sure if i would go back unless i happened to be in the area...

Over the last year this has become my favorite restaurant. The tea selection is amazing, especially…read morethe saffron/rose tea. It's so beautifully presented, with love and care. Any of the noodle dishes are a guaranteed win (lagman!) The spicy fried chicken is DELICIOUS. I recommend getting the larger size so you have extra to take home as a treat for yourself another day :) The family who owns/works here are SO sweet and kind. Definitely try this restaurant next time you're in the FiDi. People throw around the phrase "hidden gem" all of the time, but this is a real, true hidden gem.

Incredibly polite waitstaff and a wonderful spot to do a bottomless brunch. The food is excellent…read moreand the drinks were strong! Would love to come back. Next time, I'm getting the Dar burger over the chicken gyro however. Cheers!

Obsessed with the Chicken Noodle soup from this spot! They have some cute outdoor seating as wellread more