Ariana Kabob House

Ariana is a family-owned Afghan restaurant where you can truly feel the love put into the food. The mother is the main cook and uses authentic family recipes, which makes every dish special. The wait is a bit longer than at a typical American restaurant, but it is absolutely worth it. The food is some of the best I’ve ever had. Highly recommend starting with the eggplant paste appetizer. it’s outstanding. Their lavash bread is incredible. The meat dishes and kebabs are flavorful, tender, and perfectly cooked. And don’t skip dessert - the baklava is amazing! A hidden gem in Duluth and a must-try if you love authentic, homemade food.

It was our first time trying Afghan cuisine and we loved it. The flavors were lighter than Indian and middle eastern but brought out the natural flavors of the ingredients. The lamb shanks had meat falling off the bone and blending so well with the fluffy brown rice. We were served by Tabish who was wonderful the whole time, and such a joy to chat with. Definitely coming back.

Our first time eating here & the food was exceptional! 😋😋. Tabish was awesome! Very attentive, nice & suggested the Wazeri plate for us. We will definitely be coming back here often! We couldn’t find good Mediteranian food anywhere close to us but we found it now!

This was our first time at Ariana and having Afghan food. It was a great experience and yummy food! We had the mantu, banjan and the Uzbeki Palau. The lamb was so tender. Ask for the garlic sauce to go with it. We will definitely be back!

I had an outstanding experience at Ariana Kabab House. The restaurant is spotless and has a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like stepping into an authentic Afghan home. The food is absolutely delicious—perfectly seasoned, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Our waiter, Maseh, provided excellent service. He was friendly, attentive, and made great recommendations that helped us try some amazing dishes. If you’re looking for truly authentic Afghan cooking paired with great service in a clean and comfortable setting, Ariana Kabab House is definitely the place to go! Highly recommended. Thank You. -Randy & Adele