Afghan Kebab House

So this place had its ups and downs. The food was delicious, I loved the decor and cleanliness. I especially loved the floor seating area. The thing that lacked for me was that we came for dinner here around 6:30 and they were already out of rice so we only had bread to eat with our sides and were limited with our other options. I’m not sure how you run out of rice at a restaurant that is busiest during dinner 🤔 and especially when the most popular afghani dish (qabali palao) isn’t available because of no rice…. It kind of discourages me to come again for fear that it won’t be available for us again. And although our entree’s were supposed to come with rice and didn’t, we were still charged full price for half the of the menu item. They said they couldn’t adjust the price, which was odd and frustrating The service was good but it was only one man doing everything, taking our orders, bringing the food, cleaning up, and it was pretty busy so I feel like they should hire more help. The dishes didn’t come with serving spoons so we used our own utensils, no napkins so you have to go up and ask for those as well. And every time you want more food you have to go up and wait in line for them to order it and bring to the table. The highlight dishes for us were the Manto and the chicken achari karahi. I would recommend this place if you’re getting takeout and if rice is an option, but otherwise I don’t think it’s worth the drive all the way out to downtown (which is already sketchy during the day so it’s just double crazy at night).

This restaurant was widely lauded in public forums and it smelled absolutely delicious when we entered. It shares a lot of resemblance with Indian and Pakistani cuisine - the kebabs, the pulao, the tikkas, and the karahi preparations. We got the chapli kebab, veg sambosa, afghan salad, and chicken kebab skewer. It came with a special tangy sauce which was spectacular. The chapli kebab oozed with coriander flavor. The chicken tikka was succulent and smoky. The salad was fresh and crisp. The samosa was freshly fried, and the chutney paired with it brilliantly. The chapli kebab came with rice which was aromatic and resembled pulao. The staff was in review helpful with the questions we had. We were satisfied and left with our tummies almost bursting.

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! 🙌🍽️

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 1000/10 — Absolutely Delicious I’m so grateful that my district’s professional development team chose them to cater our event because the food was incredible. After just one bite, I immediately called my husband and said, “We’re coming here for date night!” The flavors were amazing, everything was perfectly cooked, and you can truly taste the care that goes into their food. I can’t wait to visit the restaurant in person soon... this was hands down one of the best meals I’ve ever had! These were the Lamb Kebab and the Lamb Achar

Great authentic afghan food! The rice & nan are my favorite. I’ve tried the beef & lamb it’s so flavorful! The guy upfront is so kind and is willing to answer any questions! It’s a great place to try something different other than the usual spots around town

The food and service was excellent. There is a focus on quality and flavor that shows through on the plate. You know it's authentic when the local Afgan population eats there, yet it's very inviting for those, like myself, that have never had Afgan food.

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.

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.

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.