We loved this place. We were going to order tonight, but found out it just closed 3 days ago (8-26-2021 ish). :(
Perry M.
Great Afghan food. Got turned on to this place by an Afghan. You know if the Afghans eat here then it's good.
Maggie S.
Food and service was perfect. Will return many times. What a gem. Cooking by a professional Decor, cleanliness all perfect. Only negative we had 3 flies that came after food
Leighla E
Wonderful food and even more wonderful family! My dad, who is from Kabul, was visiting from out of town. We stopped by and were pleasantly surprised that this restaurant is owned and operated by a true Afghani family (many restaurants claim to be authentic and aren’t). The family was so warm and welcoming and the food was great!
Leighla E.
Wonderful food and even more wonderful family! My dad, who is from Kabul, was visiting from out of town. We stopped by and were pleasantly surprised that this restaurant is owned and operated by a true Afghani family (many restaurants claim to be authentic and aren't). The family was so warm and welcoming and the food was great!
Lavanya Loganathan
I have no idea how this place has any good reviews. The taste is very bad, food is either undercooked or burnt and the cutlery are not clean.
Marshawn F.
I came here 4 years ago amazing food friendly staff..just left same spot love it....good family restaurant...amazing rice and meats nothing bad to say..99.98%my spot..
Pradeep G.
I am so glad they are open for in-person dining. One of best meals that we have eaten in a while!! Afghani food is delicious and, in addition, to the amazing flavor, their food is high quality. My wife had the chicken kabob which was flavorful and cooked to perfection. On the owner's recommendation, I had the beef stew with cauliflower. Again, excellent flavor!! We also had 3 side dishes - peas, lentils, and spinach. All were delicious. My wife ordered an additional dish to go, so she could share it with her mother tomorrow. The owner is a warm, kind gentleman and his wife cooks with great care and attention. I highly recommended this wonderful gem of a restaurant.
Brandon Green
Food was delicious. The beef was very tender, flavorful and juicy. The staff is also very friendly. Would recommend anyone to this kabob shop!
scott kupres
Wow, very nice inside, the staff was polite and helpful. The food was amazing. I will definitely be comming back here.
This little place is a hidden treasure on the edge of Scripps Ranch and Mira Mesa. It's Afghani cuisine, and the food is amazing. My absolute favorite is their gulpi chalow (tender lamb shank with tender perfectly spiced cauliflower). Since I'm on a low carb diet, he will substitute the rice for extra cauliflower (or spinach) for me. It's an amazing dish. If you're not into lamb, they have beef, chicken, or vegetarian dishes. I would recommend calling them directly for your order. I have been getting takeout since the pandemic started but they might be open for in-person dining now- call them to check if you want to dine out.
Mariam S.
The ambiance was good. The Manto hardly had any yogurt and the bolani was an imitation and not the real deal. The kabob and Potato khorma was very good!
German Trujillo
Great clean restaurant to have lunch during the week.Food is amazing, good portions and friendly service.Definitely recommended!German Trujillo
Abraham Rabony
The food was really authentic and delicious. The flavoring was right on! I would definitely go there again for Afghan food!
Alexis Evanoff
Everything I have ever eaten here is just delicious!!! I *highly* recommend this place. It is as legit as it gets!!! I used to work in an Afghan restaurant in Orange County and I remember it as being some of the best food I have ever had so when I came here I was hoping it would be everything I remembered—it was even better!!! Regarding the service: this is the first restaurant I have visited post-‘rona that has been perfect in food presentation, taste, and timing of service. Literally the first one to absolutely nail it like COVID never happened. I really appreciated this. Please visit this place because I want it to be able to stay in business. This is a small, family owned restaurant and the pandemic was really hard on them.
We loved this place. We were going to order tonight, but found out it just closed 3 days ago (8-26-2021 ish). :(
Great Afghan food. Got turned on to this place by an Afghan. You know if the Afghans eat here then it's good.
Food and service was perfect. Will return many times. What a gem. Cooking by a professional Decor, cleanliness all perfect. Only negative we had 3 flies that came after food
Wonderful food and even more wonderful family! My dad, who is from Kabul, was visiting from out of town. We stopped by and were pleasantly surprised that this restaurant is owned and operated by a true Afghani family (many restaurants claim to be authentic and aren’t). The family was so warm and welcoming and the food was great!
Wonderful food and even more wonderful family! My dad, who is from Kabul, was visiting from out of town. We stopped by and were pleasantly surprised that this restaurant is owned and operated by a true Afghani family (many restaurants claim to be authentic and aren't). The family was so warm and welcoming and the food was great!
I have no idea how this place has any good reviews. The taste is very bad, food is either undercooked or burnt and the cutlery are not clean.
I came here 4 years ago amazing food friendly staff..just left same spot love it....good family restaurant...amazing rice and meats nothing bad to say..99.98%my spot..
I am so glad they are open for in-person dining. One of best meals that we have eaten in a while!! Afghani food is delicious and, in addition, to the amazing flavor, their food is high quality. My wife had the chicken kabob which was flavorful and cooked to perfection. On the owner's recommendation, I had the beef stew with cauliflower. Again, excellent flavor!! We also had 3 side dishes - peas, lentils, and spinach. All were delicious. My wife ordered an additional dish to go, so she could share it with her mother tomorrow. The owner is a warm, kind gentleman and his wife cooks with great care and attention. I highly recommended this wonderful gem of a restaurant.
Food was delicious. The beef was very tender, flavorful and juicy. The staff is also very friendly. Would recommend anyone to this kabob shop!
Wow, very nice inside, the staff was polite and helpful. The food was amazing. I will definitely be comming back here.
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This little place is a hidden treasure on the edge of Scripps Ranch and Mira Mesa. It's Afghani cuisine, and the food is amazing. My absolute favorite is their gulpi chalow (tender lamb shank with tender perfectly spiced cauliflower). Since I'm on a low carb diet, he will substitute the rice for extra cauliflower (or spinach) for me. It's an amazing dish. If you're not into lamb, they have beef, chicken, or vegetarian dishes. I would recommend calling them directly for your order. I have been getting takeout since the pandemic started but they might be open for in-person dining now- call them to check if you want to dine out.
The ambiance was good. The Manto hardly had any yogurt and the bolani was an imitation and not the real deal. The kabob and Potato khorma was very good!
Great clean restaurant to have lunch during the week.Food is amazing, good portions and friendly service.Definitely recommended!German Trujillo
The food was really authentic and delicious. The flavoring was right on! I would definitely go there again for Afghan food!
Everything I have ever eaten here is just delicious!!! I *highly* recommend this place. It is as legit as it gets!!! I used to work in an Afghan restaurant in Orange County and I remember it as being some of the best food I have ever had so when I came here I was hoping it would be everything I remembered—it was even better!!! Regarding the service: this is the first restaurant I have visited post-‘rona that has been perfect in food presentation, taste, and timing of service. Literally the first one to absolutely nail it like COVID never happened. I really appreciated this. Please visit this place because I want it to be able to stay in business. This is a small, family owned restaurant and the pandemic was really hard on them.