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Middle Eastern, Afghan
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Reviewed 21 February 2023 via mobile

It has been quite a while since it had Afghan so I didn't remember what to expect. Needless to say it exceeded whatever expectations there were. All 10 members of the party thought it was the best meal of our trip (and by no means...the most expensive) and I think all were in agreement that the fish kebab was the best cooked salmon any of us had ever had. There was a slight char on the outside and perfect flaky inside. The more traditional Afghan dishes were equally good and combined flavors in a way I have never experienced from another cuisine. As soon as I get home I'm looking for the nearest Afghan restaurant but we have no realistic expectations that it will come anywhere close to Kabul.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 18 December 2022 via mobile

I’m a pescatarian but I do vegetarian when I go to Kabul. The pumpkin and eggplant are my favorites, Amazing. I only eat bread if it’s outstanding and I eat bread at Kabuls. Friendly comfortable environment. High quality at a reasonable price

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 11 August 2022

We visited Kabul Afghan Cuisine because of the high rating on Trip Advisor. We were not disappointed. This is a family run owned and operated restaurant that has been in business for 35 years. They clearly know what they are doing.

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 16 February 2022 via mobile

The Best Restaurant in San Carlos in my opinion. Service is warm. Food is outstanding. This unassuming restaurant in a little strip mall is a true peninsula treasure.

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed 1 November 2021

I highly recommend the vegetarian platter. I chose pumpkin (my favorite), cauliflower (my second favorite) and eggplant. There is also a spinach choice available. The dish came with Basmati rice and a tasty bread. Loved the decor and the music. Great photos on the walls...of Afghanistan and its culture.More

Date of visit: November 2021
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Reviewed 14 July 2021 via mobile

First very welcoming. Place was packed and different people so that very comforting, it showed acceptance- just my 2 cents… ok now let’s do food- omg 😳mg yum, yum - seafood combo - salmon & shrimp 🍤- well seasoned, so tasty 😋, rice was very...good as well, Afghan bread 🥖- pallaw- soft with a nice bite & sesame seeds- just delicious, finish of with dessert- firnee - milk cardamom pudding topped with pistachio. Service was slow but worth the wait. She was very nice & warm. Super grateful for a nice yummy dinner. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️More

Date of visit: July 2021
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Reviewed 3 July 2021

We had a spectacularly good meal there last night. Three shared dishes (battered, fried eggplant; lamb kebabs (their specialty); and sauteed pumpkin were more than enough for the two of us. Very attentive, knowledgeable servers. It's still our favorite restaurant on the peninsula.

Date of visit: July 2021
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Reviewed 25 April 2021

My daughter and I dropped in Thursday evening around 7:30 for a quiet place to have a serious conversation and a solid meal. KAC was perfect. We were promptly seated, the wait staff was helpful. The food came quickly. The portions were generous and tasty....If spice is your thing, ask for the green home-made sauce as a side condiment. Original and flavorful. We stayed an extra hour after we finished eating engaged in private conversation. The management seemed to understand that and gave us space and time to sort out our issues without badgering or interruption. Kudos!More

Date of visit: April 2021
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Reviewed 6 March 2021 via mobile

Excellent kabobs at this very authentic restaurant. The lamb is delicious! My favorite side is the pumpkin. Rice is also wonderful. Haven’t had anything here I don’t like!! During the pandemic (they just opened for indoor dining) the take out business on the weekends is...crazy busy. Make sure you order ahead!!More

Date of visit: March 2021
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Reviewed 14 October 2020

delish food... we went there about 7:30 and they had one table left. i had called ahead and was told no problem at that time which was true except when they say they close at 9 they mean it. they were very nice about it...but i felt it was clear we were holding them up. outdoor dining is such a treat these days that i guess we lost track of time a bit. anyhow the food was really great. especially the PAKAWRA-E-BADENJAN which was a favorite for both of us. we also enjoyed the combo kabab with lamb perfectly cooked and chicken just a tad dry but still very good. the LAWANG was also good and the KADU was yummy. they are in my neighborhood so going back tonight for some take out appys to go along with my homemade indian food. great neighborhood gem.More

Date of visit: October 2020
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Reviewed 22 February 2020

My wife and I consider this one of our favorite "go to" places to dine, especially when we have company from out of the area. The Afghani food is always delicious, well-prepared, and courteously served. Kabul's staff is friendly, helpful and professional. For a great...selection of Afghani food, give them a try. Reservations are available, but only for large parties.More

Date of visit: February 2020
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Reviewed 21 January 2020

We were seated immediately for lunch at 11:30. We ordered Mantoo and Kadu (pumpkin) to share. Our shared entrees were delicious and were generous portioned: Kabab-e-chopandaz; kabab-e Mahee; chefs platter; and karayee We were so full we could not eat dessert- next time we’re going...to order 2 entrees, so we can have dessert!More

Date of visit: January 2020
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Reviewed 9 January 2020

Very tasty food. Big portions. Good value. Ate here with a party of 20 people on New Year's Eve. They handled us efficiently. Everyone was satisfied.

Date of visit: December 2019
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Reviewed 30 December 2019

Always delicious and always consistent. Kabul offers a great family friendly restaurant with good food and generous portions at reasonable prices. I have been going there regularly since it opened.

Date of visit: October 2019
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Reviewed 21 November 2019

Worth a trip if you are in the area. Decent number of veggie options and the meat (which I didnt eat) looked very good too.

Date of visit: November 2019
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Yes, They were great helping me to have my 80th birthday party there. It took special planning to have it on a Saturday lunch when they are usually closed. Michelle is very easy to work with. She is creative and added good... More
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What kind of restaurant does Jeff E go to that has no menu? Sounds too expensive for me, too, but if they have a menu, I read not only the choices but the prices.
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KABUL AFGHAN CUISINE, San Carlos - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews - Tripadvisor

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Kabul Afghan Cuisine is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4