What a wonderful surprise! I was in the mood for kebabs and headed to my usual spot, only to find it closed. Rather than give up, I decided to try this Afghan restaurant--and I am so glad I did! The lamb kebab was absolutely outstanding: tender, flavorful, and packed with spices that complemented the meat perfectly. Best of all, it wasn't overly salty, which allowed all of the rich flavors to shine through. The rice was equally impressive--perfectly cooked, beautifully seasoned, and delicious enough to enjoy all by itself. In fact, the food was so good that I've already ordered it twice! When I got home, I shared some with my parents. After just one taste, they immediately put away the dinner they had planned to make and asked for the restaurant's address. Before long, I was ordering delivery for them too. That's how good it is. It's not often that I discover a new favorite restaurant, but this place has absolutely earned that distinction. If you're looking for authentic, flavorful Afghan cuisine, I highly recommend giving them a try. You may find yourself becoming a regular just like I plan to be! Thank you for such a wonderful meal. I'll definitely be back. read more

Spice Kabab - Tikka Lamb that comes with rice! YUMMY! - Indian Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

I ordered a kind of stew with lamb and spinach. The flavor was superb but the lamb could have simmered a bit longer. The flavor was enhanced by the meat being cooked on the bone and some of the bones were split which enabled the marrow to enrich the flavor even more. The portion was more than ample and I shall enjoy another meal as a result. I will simmer the meat longer to complete tenderizing it. I first encountered Afghan cuisine some 20 years ago when I was privileged to work with resettling Afghani people in St Louis, MO. I have eaten at many Afghan restaurants since then and have enjoyed the food very much. However, of all the restaurants and homes that I've eaten in, I have found that I do not enjoy the sauces offers here. There is no true "white" sauce that I've eaten elsewhere and all of the sauces are watery instead of thick. Perhaps it is a regional preference. Also, I wish they would consider adding a half naan/half rice option to the place instead of rice OR naan. The rice, by the way is absolutely DELICIOUS I also enjoy the complimentary green or milk tea but would appreciate a cooler of water to be dispensed in the same area. I enjoy both the food ambience in this casual spot. I will continue to return, as I work my way through their menu. read more

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Amazing restaurant! The service was outstanding from start to finish, and everyone made us feel welcome. The food was fresh, flavorful, and truly wholesome. The fresh tandoori naan was absolutely delicious--hot, soft, and the perfect complement to every dish. You can really tell they care about quality. Highly recommend this place, and we'll definitely be coming back! read more

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Overall experience 3.5 NEW OWNERSHIP & MENU The waitresses are pleasant and the interior has been completely renovated. It's more formal and you cannot look into the kitchen. It has a very different vibe - not a homey feeling. The old menu was more diverse & interesting IMO. My lamb chops were tasty but dry. The kebabs that my table mates ordered were not dry & enjoyable. We still managed to order a few appetizers that we have not ordered before - a different type of dumpling stuffed with leeks and a bread soaked in a yogurt spice mixture. Both appetizers were good. The menu can be found on Google. read more

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This place is definitely a hole in the wall. It's operated as a mom and pop shop! Service and food were okay. The portion for the naan bread was huge, definitely perfect for sharing! read more

Spice Kabab - Indian Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

Great food and even better service! The staff was incredibly kind and attentive, and every dish we ordered was delicious. I truly appreciate the wonderful experience and highly recommend this restaurant. I'll definitely be back! read more

Spice Kabab - Specially the bread was great as well. - Indian Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

We moved to the neighborhood and have been looking forward to trying this Afghani eatery. This modern looking "hole-in-the-wall" serves amazingly delicious food! The meat (halal) was perfectly cooked. Service was a little slow but not a deal breaker. Complementary all-you-can-drink chai tea was a nice touch. We will definitely be back to try other dishes. read more

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Pleasant surprise. Food was tasty, hot, and fresh. I like their attitude The nice lady helped us order & explained what to order. Very helpful. read more

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Awesome chicken kebabs in the Rancho area with amazing prices and fast service. Small and cozy ambiance.

A Sad Goodbye to What Was Once Our Favorite Spot It breaks my heart to update our glowing 5-star review from February. Back then, Spice Kabob felt like a hidden gem--warm, welcoming, and full of soul. The food was incredible, and the atmosphere reminded my wife of her babunia. We were greeted like old friends, and every visit felt like being a guest in someone's home. We eat out 3-4 times a week, and this quickly became our go-to spot. We even planned to bring my wife's family here next month when they visit. But today's experience changed everything. We arrived to an empty restaurant, sat down, and placed our usual order. Our salads came quickly, which usually means the main dishes are on their way. Then we noticed a large stack of naan being placed on a nearby table. Moments later, every staff member sat down to eat lunch--while we and another customer who had placed a phone order were left waiting, completely unacknowledged. We've been to plenty of places where staff eat together, and we think that's great. But what we've never seen is the entire kitchen shut down while customers are actively waiting for food. No one checked on us. No one explained the delay. No one even looked our way. The other customer's wife and child waited in the car, clearly getting restless. Eventually, they came inside, saw the staff still eating, and looked just as confused as we were. After nearly 30 minutes, someone finally got up, put on gloves (without washing hands after eating with them), and started cooking. We had to ask for our food to go because we were out of time. and this is what we were told about the wait time being so long, "The Chicken Malai takes longer to cook, and we can't start the beef kabobs until the Malai is almost done." That wasn't the issue. The issue was that the kitchen stopped working for 20 minutes while customers waited. And when we got home, our chicken was still pink in the middle--clearly rushed and undercooked. We've ordered these dishes many times before. We know what they're supposed to look like. This experience poisoned what used to be a special place for us. Even if we came back, we'd always remember how unwelcome we felt. We're loyal to places we love. We get to know the staff, and we support them. That's what we were building with Spice Kabob. But today made it clear that something fundamental has changed. This didn't have to happen. There were so many ways this could've been handled better: Let us know before ordering that the kitchen was about to take a break. We could've decided to stay or come back later. At the very least, someone could've come to our table and explained the delay. A simple acknowledgment goes a long way. Bring out naan with our salads and apologize for the wait. That small gesture would've made us feel cared for--and the other customer could've shared it with his child. Don't have the entire staff stop working at once. Cook the pending orders first, then enjoy your meal together. That's basic hospitality. My wife said her family--who owned a restaurant--would never treat guests this way. For months, Spice Kabob felt like home. But now, that feeling is gone. I asked her if she was sure we were done with this place, and she said yes. Despite the food and atmosphere reminding her of growing up with family, the experience was ruined. Spice Kabob, thank you for the beautiful memories and for bringing literal tears of joy to my wife on our first visit. We truly hope you take this feedback to heart. Imagine if this had been our first impression--we never would've recommended you to friends and family, who also became fans because of that magical first visit. This is where we part ways. We're sad, disappointed, and deeply bummed out. But we hope you learn from this and find a way to bring back the warmth and care that made your restaurant so special. read more

Absolutely fantastic restaurant with large portions of freshly prepared food and the kindest wait staff. Highly recommend their chicken thigh and the Tikka Kabab plate with lamb! Not to mention the phenomenal, freshly baked naan. Everything is full of flavor and they have additional sauces and spices at the table. The only thing not made in-house is the baklava, but it's still very good! Don't be dismayed by the diner-like interior or the paper plates that are provided. The staff are also super friendly, making us feel right at home as they provided suggestions and took time to TRULY check-in. We really appreciate how engaging they were, even the owner! They also offer complementary tea! read more

Probably the best qabuli palow I've had in a long time. Great service, food was served quickly. the portions are generous, and the dining area is clean and well maintained. read more

Very delicious Manto with lamb tika Kabab And clean place with great customer service read more

Spice Kabab - Very delicious mantu with lamb tika Kabab - Indian Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

I went on their grand opening on 05/28/26, I loved their food and excellent customer service. I really recommend them. They provide authentic Afghani food. The restaurant was well organized and the staff were friendly. read more

We had lunch here yesterday for the first time. AMAZING!! If you like food that has amazing flavor, cooked fresh and HOT immediately.. this is your place. The nann was the freshest we have ever had. The environment was very nice and clean. The owners were proud and very nice. Definitely give it a try... you won't be disappointed read more

What an absolutely delicious meal!!! I can't say enough about Spice Kabab. The food was extremely well proportioned and very savory. We had the Lamb and Chicken Biriyani plates along with the chicken wrap. OMG, super satisfying and it made me want more. My only issue is that I live 20 miles away. The restaurant is uber clean which included the restrooms. These owners are very conscientious about cleanliness which made us feel even more at home here. I've included pictures of our meals. There was so much leftover that we had again the next night. read more

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We ordered the Tikka Plate for 2 and it was amazing. The Naan bread is fresh out the oven and delicious. The meat was all tender, juicy and FULL of flavor. The team running the place are friendly and attentive. We are new to the area and will definitely be returning! read more

It's a great Afkanestani restaurant with authentic afkan food and culture. AMAZING SERVICE and great hospitality. The staff running full speed to serve people . Beautiful mom and dad shop . Ambiance is not fancy but it feels ok sitting inside. FOOD was amazing. Oriental spices that u can smell it from far away. Great portion. Lots of parking spaces outside Restrooms clean and kitchen spotless. Even salad smells great f that even make sense . Great experience I'd definitely come back. You see I made kebab since I was in HS. But afkan kebab feels light and you can eat so much without getting your stomach saggy. I am now a big fan of afkan food cuz it's simple but tasty . Not complicated with fat and sugar ans ingredients yet!!! Spices were right and food feels light after finishing eating. read more

Sad that this place is temporarily closed. They have the best kabobs in the area. It's a hole in the wall that doesn't have a good location but the food is worth the visit. Their food is so delicious and everything they serve is homemade, even all of their sauces are made in house. The kabobs are very juicy and so flavorful. I rarely get chicken kabobs at restaurants because they're not as flavorful and almost always dry. But even their chicken kabobs here are amazing and so tender. The service is great, everyone is friendly, and you get free unlimited hot tea when you dine in. Love coming here for their kabobs (beef, lamb, and chicken), can't wait for them to reopen. read more

Best Food! Best Service and great people. Will come again. The beef and the lamb was amazing read more

Spice Kabab - Amazing Food! - Indian Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

Hands down the best Afghan restaurant I have been to in the US. From the naan, tea, and bolani to the biryani, mantu and lamb chop, everything is very delicious. The lamb seekh kebob with the garlic naan is a must try! read more

My daughter chose this food joint based on its 4.8 star rating. We both loved the food and the service. It's a family run place and all of them are awesome and very proud of their culture and excited when people like me show up to try the Afghan national dish Kapuli Puloa. This dish was damn good! My daughter got the lamb kabobs with garlic naan bread. The price was right, the food delicious and the owners were very nice. I went back home to Florida but my daughter definitely will be back. Definitely worth stopping by guys read more

The service is awesome. When I first come in, I have the habit to wipe all the tables and chairs with wet wipe(even though the table is clean by naked eyes), the waiter immediately bring out clorox wipe to wipe all the tables again for us. We came here on Sunday afternoon,the environment of the restuarant is not crowded and clean. We can slowly eat our food comfortably. The food is nice!, my daughter finished the Naan Beef itself and finished the cucumber side! The biriani is yummy too, but a bit spicy for my daughter, i love it's spiciness though. The lamb kebab is so tender and juict. There is some lamb smell so my faughter cannot stand the smell, but I love it though. The lentils side also taste nice surprising, I'm not a lentils fans but I can finish the whole thing. The biryani are huge, we have to make it togo. read more

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Halal Chicken biryani is more like Pulau one order can cover 2 people. Recommended try other dishes.

I love the 50's diner decor, may have been there previously. The lentils were good, rice decent and the wraps are so massive. My son couldn't finish. A little too spicy for him. The potatoes filled bread was good as well, but not worth 80 something dollars. Very very pricey for the food. Service was good, just a little confused w decor and food, when walking in, I feel as though I'm grabbing a burger with fries and a shake. read more

Spice Kabab - Indian Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

Came here to satisfy a craving for some fresh Mediterranean style food and was not disappointed. The kebabs are cooked over flames right outside and were perfectly succulent and flavorful. The ingredients were fresh and the goats cheese and sesame naan bread was absolutely delicious. Kitchen and restaurant looked sparkling clean and the staff were friendly, warm, welcoming and helpful. They even serve a salad with a bowl of chickpeas in broth with your main. read more

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Lots of good restaurants nearby, try those instead. Urban Grill and Salad, Yummy Kabob, Priya Indian Cuisine. Visited this restaurant for lunch today. Placed an order for a dish at the counter and sat down. As one of the ladies brought the food to my table, I asked for a glass of water and she pointed to their refrigerator and told me I needed to get a bottle of water, which I did. After eating the plate, I went to the counter to order the dumplings and paid and as I was going to sit back down, the same lady asked me if I had paid for the bottle of water and then she gestured to me in a derogatory manner. I asked her why the restaurant did not have water for customers and she said that they did not and we are required to pay for bottles of water. I asked her why there was no tap water available and she stated that they did not offer tap water for customers. I expressed concern that water was not available for customers at which time a different lady that was seated at a table near the counter stated that they do have tap water but it tastes bad. I asked her why I was told I could not have tap water and this second lady stated that the prior lady meant to say they do (although she clearly refused to provide water to me). I then stated that I would be reporting my concerns to the Department that they refuse to provide water to customers and the second lady stated that I did not need to do that because they do offer water but they were not required to provide filtered water. I stated that I was clearly refused water; the initial lady stood there and did not respond. All this over a $1.50 up charge for water. read more

Tried this place for the second time. Service has improved since the first time, lovely staff and very friendly atmosphere. Food was great as before, I RESPECT them for the unlimited complimentary CHAI. If you're an Afghan, this place HAS to be in your list. From green to black to sheer chai, everything is perfect. Great to see they added more staff to their team. read more

Spice Kabab - Indian Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

We came for the first time and the food and service were great!! Juicy chicken and tasty beef .. their yogurt was so good. Very clean place. read more

very good! Iv been back a number of times... don't forget to try there hot milk tea! Very authentic and great flavor! read more

We came to Spice Kabob as a group of 7 and had an amazing dining experience from start to finish. We ordered various dishes, including lamb tika kabobs, Fish Kabobs, Chappli Kabobs, mantu, Bolani, and Daal (Lentil). We asked every order to come with garlic naan. Every single item was delicious, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The lamb was tender and well-seasoned, the fish had a great char with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, and the chapli kabob had that perfect balance of spice and juiciness. The mantu were hands-down some of the best we've had--delicately wrapped and topped with a savory meat sauce. The bolani was crispy on the outside and packed with well-spiced filling on the inside. You could taste the authenticity in every bite. Service was excellent--friendly, prompt, and attentive without being overbearing. The staff made us feel welcome and ensured we had everything we needed throughout the meal. The warm and inviting atmosphere with a nice cultural touch that added to the overall experience. Prices were very reasonable, especially considering the generous portions and food quality. Whether you're new to Afghan cuisine or a longtime fan, Spice Kabob is a must-visit. Great food, great service, great vibe--what more could you ask for? We'll definitely be back! read more

Everything was great, from the fresh kababs to the sheryakh. Truly, some of the best kababs I've had, and the garlic naan was amazing. The customer service was excellent, very friendly people and the atmosphere was calm and welcoming. Their authentic Afghan tandoori fish was also incredible, coming from someone who usually doesn't like fish. We"ll definitely be coming back. 10/10 service with very welcoming owners! read more

Spice Kabab - Indian Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

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Lovely food, staff was so friendly making sure we liked everything! Free hot milk tea was such a nice touch. Chicken Shami wrap spices were so good with some of the yogurt we got topped on between bites. Lamb Kabobs were spiced perfectly and super juicy... And the potato bolani bread was sooooo satisfying. Give this place some love, they deserve it! read more

Came in with hubby on Sunday afternoon, was brought in by the sight of owner grilling outside. Ordered mixed bolani, mind you I have had my fair share, but this one was our if this world, and portion size will feed me all week, chutney served with is amazing. Also ordered a side of garlic naan, beef keema naan and spice shami special. Everything was amazing, meat was tender, flavorful and well spiced. Owner was friendly introduced himself and his family, he shared his passion for sharing culture through food. Complimentary hot milk tea and tea made waiting for our made to order meal pleasant. Owner also share all meat is ground in home which I appreciate as we are trying to eat as least processed foods as possible. Will continue to return. read more

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Great food and service. Clean and fast and very tasty. Highly recommended. The naan was perfect along with the spices and aroma.

The food here is amazing. The customer service is exceptional and the food came out quickly. The lamb kebab plate is a must try here! There is great music playing and it really adds to the ambiance of the restaurant. Will be eating here again! read more

Thank you very much guys my best place in Sacramento absolutely come again super friendly very delicious see you soon read more

Spice Kabab - Thank you so much guys my best place in Sacramento super friendly very delicious food absolutely come again - Indian Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

The food was just terrific! We went tonight with our family and the service was just amazing. They were very hospitable and had good mannerisms. We ordered the kebab and the meat was super tender and juicy I highly recommend it. The garlic naan was crispy and savory and just right. And the ambiance of the restaurant was nice and homey. read more

Spice Kabab - Indian Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

I was excited to try Spice Kabab as I love Afghani food. The aroma of the spices and food being cooked as I walked in was a good sign. I was excited to try my Chicken Karachi and was disappointed to find that they'd given me goat when I returned home to eat my food. I explicitly said I wanted chicken FIVE times when I ordered and pointed to it in the menu repeatedly. If you like goat, you'd probably enjoy this dish but I don't and I most definitely didn't want to pick through fatty meat and bone. I tried, but couldn't eat this meal. The sauce itself was flavorful and good, I would've enjoyed it if the protein was correct. Had I not repeated my order multiple times I probably wouldn't be so upset at the mistake. I will not be returning. read more

We're not from Sacramento, and we were just looking for restaurants that close late. We're glad we found this place! The food is just phenomenal, very flavorful, tastes very authentic. Mix the food with their sauce, even more tasty. Plus, the servings were huge. The service is great, the staff were very friendly and make great food recommendations. Highly recommended! read more

Spice Kabab - Our orders. Chicken Biryani and Beef Tikka Kabab - Indian Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California