Afghan Kabob Restaurant

Oh my goodness… We just found our FAVORITE Afghan restaurant in the Greater Washington DC area! Don’t let the name fool you: Afghan Kabob has a much more varied and subtle menu than just kabobs… though those are choice and juicy, especially the lamb. In short, this was the best Mantu, Aushak, and Kadu (Pumpkin) I have ever had, anywhere… hands down. Run, don’t walk, to Afghan Kabob Restaurant in Springfield, Virginia.

Loved the food! Dumplings were flavorful, eggplant appetizer was delicious. We got bread stuffed with leak and potato which was also tasty. The sweet carrot pilau with lamb was fabulous and came with a great spinach on the side. The mixed grill kabobs were also great... tender chicken and well seasoned ground beef. Plenty of tasty bread was served alongside our dishes so we left very full! The only thing I would not order again was a side dish that seemed to be lentil and meatball. The lentil was tasty but the meatball was not to my liking. Overall, I hope to be back soon!

We ordered take out from here and the food was amazing! Both the chicken breast and chicken thigh kabobs were so juicy and flavorful. The naan is probably some of the best naan I've ever tasted. The portions are also huge and you'll probably have leftovers too!

This place has new owners!! Since they took over, the food has been amazing. The chicken and lamb kabobs are so tender! You won’t go wrong. The restaurant is clean, the servers are nice. It definitely hits that kabob craving. In an area where there’s a kabob restaurant on every corner, this place really comes out on top. The quality is consistent, as well. And it’s kid approved! Don’t get scared away by the outside appearance, the inside is clean and decorated nicely. But most importantly the food is delicious. The bread is my favorite. It really is decadent. You can tell everything is made fresh as it takes some time to come out. You aren’t getting reheated or premade food.

This has to be the best Afghan restaurant in Northern Va period. Excellent food that just fills you up with such satisfaction. Been here several times and I feel this place is a best kept secret. I highly recommend the kabobs, lamb dish, and their spinach side dish which is amazing. They also serve a very yummy Afghan style tea that goes great with the food. You can always smell the spices and delicious food coming from the kitchen while surrounded with a warm, comfortable vibe. You must come here people!!