Kabul Lounge | Afghan Restaurant

A halal Afghan restaurant and lounge on 5 Avenue SW downtown - kabobs, karahi and hookah, in a room reviewers describe as heavily decorated and genuinely striking, with the food plated to match. What to order The mutton karahi with naan is the dish praised most consistently, on bread that comes out crisp outside and soft within, topped with garlic and coriander. Chapli kabab, hummus, lamb and kabuli pulao make up the standard table for a group. The hookah is a real part of the offer. Set your expectations At 3.9 from around 350 reviews this is the most divided page of any Afghan kitchen here, and the split is not about taste. The enthusiastic reviews describe an excellent evening; the poor ones describe specific freshness failures - hummus that had turned, tired salad and pickles, biryani that was mostly salted rice. The kabobs and karahi are the safe orders; the cold mezze and the rice dishes are where the complaints cluster. Good to know Good for groups, reservations accepted, step-free access and free parking. Lunch, dinner and dessert served, with takeout and delivery. Rated 3.9 from around 350 Google reviews.

Kabul Lounge | Afghan Restaurant

A halal Afghan restaurant and lounge on 5 Avenue SW downtown - kabobs, karahi and hookah, in a room reviewers describe as heavily decorated and genuinely striking, with the food plated to match. What to order The mutton karahi with naan is the dish praised most consistently, on bread that comes out crisp outside and soft within, topped with garlic and coriander. Chapli kabab, hummus, lamb and kabuli pulao make up the standard table for a group. The hookah is a real part of the offer. Set your expectations At 3.9 from around 350 reviews this is the most divided page of any Afghan kitchen here, and the split is not about taste. The enthusiastic reviews describe an excellent evening; the poor ones describe specific freshness failures - hummus that had turned, tired salad and pickles, biryani that was mostly salted rice. The kabobs and karahi are the safe orders; the cold mezze and the rice dishes are where the complaints cluster. Good to know Good for groups, reservations accepted, step-free access and free parking. Lunch, dinner and dessert served, with takeout and delivery. Rated 3.9 from around 350 Google reviews.

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Kabul Lounge | Afghan Restaurant
Kabul Lounge | Afghan Restaurant
Temporarily closed
★ 3.9 (350 ratings) · $20–70
846 5 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 0N3, Canada · (403) 262-2927
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3.9 350 Ratings

I feel terrible, but I can't give this place many stars right now. I needed something halal to eat, so I thought I'd give this place a try. The Chicken Biryani is not what you would expect for Biryani. It is a lot of yellow, salted rice with some bony chicken pieces. Wings, neck, etc. The spice level is good. It's evident but not too spicy. The big issue I had was the menu was not accurate. I was diverted away from the overhead boards and told to look at a menu. The menu price is two dollars less than the price I was charged. This should be updated immediately. The sauce on the side was barely half full. While it added some nice flavour to the dish, I wish there was more! I need to know what I'm purchasing and what I'm paying. Thank you for offering halal options in this city!

Lubna U 2 years ago Read on Google

This restaurant feels like stepping into a fairytale, with vibrant flowers adorning the space, creating a dreamy, magical atmosphere. The food is not only incredibly delicious but also plated like a work of art, almost too beautiful to eat. The background music is cheerful and soothing, perfectly complementing the enchanting ambiance. The chef, who is both charming and friendly, adds a personal touch by interacting with guests and sharing his passion for culinary excellence. Highly recommended—next time I visit Calgary, I’ll definitely come back for another unforgettable experience!

Queenie Wang a year ago Read on Google

“I recently visited Kabul Lounge and had a mixed experience. The food was excellent—I ordered the mutton karahi with naan bread, which was soft on the inside, crispy on the outside, and topped with garlic and coriander, making it especially flavorful. The chicken skewer was juicy and paired well with the homemade chili sauce, garlic sauce, hummus, and salad. While the food and service were great, I wasn’t impressed with the cleanliness of the washroom, and the overall decor felt quite outdated. However, the friendly and welcoming staff made the experience more enjoyable. Despite these minor drawbacks, the food alone makes Kabul Lounge worth a visit.”

Harry Samby a year ago Read on Google

Recommended by a middle eastern friend and did not disappoint. Hookah was amazing. Everything was delicious, from the Chapli Kabab to the hummus, to the Nan bread, to the lamb and meat and Kabuli Pulao and salads, everything was excellent. Service was also very very good shout out to Ayesha and Danny and Anwar and Saeed. Will come back soon. Thank you very much guys!!

Waj Nas a year ago Read on Google

Me with my friend went to dine in. We ordered Sultani Kabab and Mix Platter. Humus was rotton, Pickes were dried and was not fresh for sure. Salad in both platter were probably from previous century. Meat of kabob was not smelling fresh and the rice was cold. After the food was served, I called him back and pointed my concerned, with his reaction we decided to leave that place without paying. After the incident I saw the reviews if this place which weren’t good and I now have reasons why this place has such reviews. Pathetic place!

Shahzaib ur Rahim 4 years ago Read on Google

A halal Afghan restaurant and lounge on 5 Avenue SW downtown - kabobs, karahi and hookah, in a room reviewers describe as heavily decorated and genuinely striking, with the food plated to match.

What to order

The mutton karahi with naan is the dish praised most consistently, on bread that comes out crisp outside and soft within, topped with garlic and coriander. Chapli kabab, hummus, lamb and kabuli pulao make up the standard table for a group. The hookah is a real part of the offer.

Set your expectations

At 3.9 from around 350 reviews this is the most divided page of any Afghan kitchen here, and the split is not about taste. The enthusiastic reviews describe an excellent evening; the poor ones describe specific freshness failures - hummus that had turned, tired salad and pickles, biryani that was mostly salted rice. The kabobs and karahi are the safe orders; the cold mezze and the rice dishes are where the complaints cluster.

Good to know

  • Good for groups, reservations accepted, step-free access and free parking.
  • Lunch, dinner and dessert served, with takeout and delivery.

Rated 3.9 from around 350 Google reviews.

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