Khyber Pass Zarparan Restaurant

San Diego, CA · Afghan restaurant

Rating
4.5/5
★★★★★ 4.5
Reviews
20
Rank in San Diego
#733
of 3838 restaurants
City Percentile
62%
rating percentile
Address
Khyber Pass Zarparan Restaurant, 523 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
Phone
(619) 294-7579
Website
khyberpasszarparan.com
Status
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM

Khyber Pass Zarparan Restaurant is a restaurant located in San Diego, CA. It is one of 3,838 restaurants listed in San Diego. Its 4.5-star rating is above the San Diego city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Khyber Pass Zarparan Restaurant

Afghan, Persian, Middle eastern, & Mediterranean cuisine. Variety of dishes available for vegans and vegetarians. We make our food fresh daily with quality ingredients. Halal meat used to serve our clients. High quality food with affordable prices... More

Hours

Saturday11 AM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Janda Marie · Jan 2026

The staff was very welcoming. Even though we accidentally arrived close to closing, they assured us that it was no problem and the kitchen was still open. As a vegetarian, I was very impressed with their amount of options. I couldn't decide what I wanted to order, but then I saw that there was a vegetarian platter option on the menu. This allowed me to try multiple entrees and rice styles that they make. Their grilled vegetables were deciduous and perfectly done. My mom ordered a meat entree and she said it was very tender, the rice was perfect, and all of the flavors you're looking for are very present. My waiter even explained all of the flavors and ingredients on my plate. They were quick with refilling water, clean-up, and the food was noticeably fresh. The environment inside of the re

★★★★★ 5.0 m c · Feb 2026

Cyrus is an excellent restaurateur, and fills the place with jovial hospitality and stories as rich as the aromatic and sumptuous dishes he serves. My first time in the door, on a random afternoon, and I am now walking out to the rest of my day, belly full of cherry-stewed lamb, already a fan. Be zoodi mibinamet!

★★★★★ 5.0 Waleed Hezam · Sep 2025

recently had the pleasure of dining here and I'm still thinking about the food. The customer service and welcoming is overwhelming. If you're looking for a meal that's truly worth every bite, this is the place. The moment you walk in, the aroma of spices and grilled meats sets the stage for an incredible experience. lamb kebab, which was cooked to perfection. The lamb was so tender and juicy, with a subtle smoky flavor that was out of this world. Every dish we tried was clearly made with care and high-quality ingredients. The portions were generous, and the prices were incredibly reasonable for the quality of the food.

★★★★★ 5.0 Hailey Lynn · Nov 2025

Absolutely incredible food!! The seasoning was wonderful. Unique and yummy spices!! The kabobs were phenomenal! & I hear the cherry stew is amazing!! Looking forward to trying that dish next time! 10/10!

★★★★★ 5.0 Renee Reyes · Sep 2025

Absolutely delicious! Kind service, exquisite vibes and we will definitely be coming back. The afghan lamb rice was our favorite dish but so many more amazing dishes to try next time.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Afghan restaurantCatererHalal restaurantPersian restaurantVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant

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