Afghan Kebab House

We tried Afghan Kebab House and WOW — the food was absolutely amazing! 🇦🇫✨ We ordered a variety of plates and did family style so we could try everything… and we loved it all! You can really taste the authentic Afghan flavors. The location is such a gem, and if you’re looking to explore a new culture and enjoy a delicious meal, this is definitely the place to go. We 100% recommend it! 🙌🍽️

Hidden gem in ABQ downtown. Only one certified! Quite love their modern and industrial design. 100% legit Persian cuisine. Clean and tasty. Good service with a self-help water fountain. They also offer a floor mat area for a unique experience.

Some of the best food I've had in the 505. Adorable restaurant, the young man who owns it has top notch customer service and wow the food was incredible. I got the chicken tikka Kabob meal and the rice and naan were incredible as was the chicken, the beef tikka was as well. Also the potato bolani was heavenly. I got takeout but my office is around the corner, I definitely will be a regular here. A new gem in the heart of downtown!

Afghan Kebab is amazing! The vibe is super cool and really refreshing for downtown. They’ve got traditional floor seating, which is a neat experience—just a heads-up that you’ll need to take your shoes off. Everything is made in-house, and you can taste the difference. The baklava is seriously next-level, and the tea has free refills (yes please). So good!

Everything was delicious and none of the desserts were overly sweet plus had a great cardamom flavor, or really strong on the pistachio. Bolani was crispy on the outside with a soft interior that made for a great appetizer and wasn't overly greasy while still having a good layer of oil (butter?) for cooking and moisture. The chutney was almost like table salsa at a Mexican restaurant, but still uniquely chutney and paired perfectly with all savory items. Beef kebab was tender and well seasoned. The lamb karahi is braised in some kind of spiced tomato-garlic gravy and was falling apart tender with a flavor that layered for more complexity and enjoyment as it's eaten. The service was fast, friendly, and attentive, with consideration for what you may want or need with your meal.

Great experience at the Afghan Kebab house! Quick service, super bright and clean restaurant with wonderful food. Just what I was looking for! Thanks again!

I noticed this restaurant recently opened and decided to give it a try. I stopped by on a Thursday evening and I’m so glad I did. The owner was incredibly friendly, and the food was absolutely delicious. I wanted to sample a bit of everything, so I went with the Family Combo 1 and also tried all three of their desserts—each one was great. I’ll definitely be coming back!

Afghan Kebab House had their soft opening today and I HAD to swing by for lunch so I could try Afghan food for the first time! I really enjoyed my Bolani and Beef Tikka Kebab. I could’ve eaten an entire plate of their rice! But honestly, what I loved the most was that the community SHOWED UP for this new business! The line was out the door the entire time I was there. They had a limited menu, the wait time to order was a little long, and they had a few glitches with online orders… but everyone was so understanding and respectful while the Afghan Kebab House team hustled as they worked through things. Seeing this support and respect truly warmed my heart! What I Tried: Bolani - Fltatbread stuffed with potato, green onions, clantro, and aromatic spices, served with chutney Beef Tikka Kebab - Juicy, tender beef pieces marinated in a rich blend of spices nad herbs, then skewered and grilled, served with chutney Salad - Mix of finely chopped tomatos, cucumbers, onions, and herbs Baklava

Love this place, food is delicious and so darn tasty and fresh. Love the laid back eclectic vibes here and the staff is always helpful. Definitely a must when I'm in the downtown hood.

Order at the counter then find your seat style restaurant - with floor seating available. GREAT food. You can tell they definitely focus on the flavors here. Slightly pricey for the portion size, but still very much worth it. Being my first time here the cashier was also very patient and even helpful with the menu. Will definitely be revisiting this place

Very tasty! Nice and helpful employees. Calm and peaceful, authentic atmosphere. Authentic and flavorful food!

Fantastic! The food is delicious! We did not sit on the floor because I don't think I could get up after but the sitting area looked very inviting. We each ad a different dish, lamb tika, chicken tika, beef tika, eggplant and lots of rice and delicious bread. Unfortunately none of us had any room for desert but next time I will save some space! Loved it

Disclaimer- food was ordered at work for a meeting and take out never does justice. That being said, after having seen amazing reviews- the food didn't seem to meet our expectations. The kebabs were dry. The sambusas were decent. The baklava was just ok.

Really nice place in downtown Albuquerque. I opted for the eggplant entree, Burani Banjan, a tomato and eggplant stew with a yogurt sauce and naan bread. The bread is more of a typical flatbread a bit like focaccia and was very good. I also tried the saffron tea which was also delicious. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff.

We ordered the chicken karahi and a side of pulow. The sauce of the chicken was savory, with just the right amount of fresh ginger, coriander, garlic, and other spices. Heat level was on the mild side. This is a nice addition to replace Knead, which eventually only served pastries.

The atmosphere is so nice and the food is to die for! The staff were so kind and attentive I can't wait to go back.

The food was absolutely amazing. We got a chive filled flatbread and chicken plate. Every bite was heavenly. And the saffron tea was soooo good, especially after a long walk in the sun. Service incredibly helpful quick and kind. A great experience.

I have come here several times and have run into many other regulars . This place has just opened and already has regulars ! The taste , the carpet seating area , and the service is top notch ! I love the Mantoo and the Chicken Karahi. The Ferni and Baklava are delicious desserts and the Afghan Tea is really yummy .

Food was tasty and the service was very friendly and attentive! I had the chicken tikka kebab, and the chicken was juicy and flavorful and the rice it came with was delicious. Excited to try more of their menu.

Food was outstanding. My friend and I had the mantu (meat dumplings), shami kebab and chapli kebab. All super flavorful, including the rice that came with the kebabs. Service was friendly and prompt.

Absolutely beautiful food. Everything tasted so flavorful. You must try the black tea.

We ordered the family kabob meal, the lamb "qabuli" and the bolani. The bolani was the best part because it was made of homemade dough, although the fillings were a bit bland. The worst was the rice they called qabuli. Afghan qabuli is very famous for its aroma and taste. This rice was not cooked in the proper way (just white rice cooked in brown liquid and then drenched in a bad tasting oil) and covered with a bit of carrots and raisins. It lacked any flavor, aroma, depth. The kabobs were also not made of good meat and very hard to chew.

Food is excellent, we ordered Family combo 1 and it was perfect for 3. The environment very nice and great service.

Great, flavorful food. Very friendly people. I had the chicken tikka kebab and really enjoyed it.

food was delicious, service was excellent. ambiance is good with afghan art, music videos, and maps. a traditional floor seating area was beautiful.