Mazza

A spacious, upscale Afghan restaurant on 8 Avenue SE downtown - qabuli pulao, chapli kebab, lamb shank and dumplings in a dining room much nicer than the typical kebab-house setup, which is the reason to pick it if you want Afghan cooking somewhere you would take someone. What to order Bolani to start, then mantu and the biryani rice. The naan is baked soft to order, and the fried fish and the kebabs both come out juicy. Sheer yakh is the dessert to finish on. Portions are generous for the price band. Good to know The music runs loud, which reviewers who came for a quiet meal mention. It is not perfectly consistent. A minority describe dishes that did not match the menu photographs or the reputation - the score is 4.5 rather than higher because of it. Reservations accepted, with lunch, dinner and dessert, a restroom and free parking. Rated 4.5 from more than 550 Google reviews.

Mazza

A spacious, upscale Afghan restaurant on 8 Avenue SE downtown - qabuli pulao, chapli kebab, lamb shank and dumplings in a dining room much nicer than the typical kebab-house setup, which is the reason to pick it if you want Afghan cooking somewhere you would take someone. What to order Bolani to start, then mantu and the biryani rice. The naan is baked soft to order, and the fried fish and the kebabs both come out juicy. Sheer yakh is the dessert to finish on. Portions are generous for the price band. Good to know The music runs loud, which reviewers who came for a quiet meal mention. It is not perfectly consistent. A minority describe dishes that did not match the menu photographs or the reputation - the score is 4.5 rather than higher because of it. Reservations accepted, with lunch, dinner and dessert, a restroom and free parking. Rated 4.5 from more than 550 Google reviews.

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Mazza
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Mazza
★ 4.5 (551 ratings) · $20–30
237 8 Ave SE Unit 105, Calgary, AB T2G 5C3, Canada · (403) 300-0788
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4.5 551 Ratings

Absolutely incredible experience! The food was unforgettable every bite was packed with flavor and practically melted in my mouth. We ordered the bolani, mantu, and biryani rice, and everything was unbelievably delicious. The sheer yakh was amazing as well; I’ve never had ice cream quite like it before! What made the experience even better was the value. The prices were very reasonable for the quality and quantity of food we received. A special thank you to our server, Hamasa, who was so kind, sweet, and welcoming. Even though the restaurant was close to closing, we never felt rushed. We ended up eating past closing time, and she continued to be incredibly gracious, even encouraging us to take our time. Everything was perfect from start to finish. Outstanding food, excellent service, and a warm atmosphere. Highly recommended, and we will definitely be coming back!

Kalie Gilbert 2 months ago Read on Google

It was a great experience! We loved the food and the service was amazing! The naan was soft and perfectly baked, and Fried Fish & kebabs were juicy, tender, and well-seasoned. Portions were generous and good value for money. Great place for anyone craving authentic Persian food. Must visit highly recommended!

Faisal Brone 6 months ago Read on Google

This is my favorite place. The food and drinks are excellent, and everything here is really good. The staff are also very friendly and welcoming. I would definitely recommend everyone to come and visit this place.

Amandeep King a month ago Read on Google

I’m going to be completely honest. I had been looking forward to trying Mazza for a long time. I read many positive reviews and carefully went through the menu to understand the dishes. The pictures looked great—but unfortunately, what we received was completely different. My order included: Qabuli (Kah-bully) Chicken Biryani Chaplee Kabob Chicken Karahi Naan 2 Chicken Soups First, we never received the Chicken Biryani. Instead of two chicken soups, we received one chicken soup and one lentil soup that was watery, cold, and completely flavorless. The naan was stale—at the very least, it should have been warmed before serving. The Chicken Karahi was very disappointing. It was simply chicken with capsicum, tomatoes, and a large amount of oil. It did not resemble a traditional Afghan/Pakistani Karahi at all—more like a basic chicken stew or fajita-style dish, with little to no flavor. The Chaplee Kabob was the worst I’ve had. I’ve tried this dish at many places, but this one was extremely dry, rubbery, and tasteless. Even the chickpea karahi served with it lacked any real masala or seasoning. The only good item was the Lamb Qabuli. The rice was flavorful, and the lamb shank was well-cooked and tender. However, a quick broil could have improved its appearance, as it looked quite pale. Overall, this was a very disappointing experience—especially during Eid, when restaurants are expected to showcase their best. I had high expectations, but unfortunately, they were not met.

Husam Saleh 5 months ago Read on Google

We had lunch at Maza today. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and has a very nice atmosphere. However, the music was quite loud, which we found a bit distracting during our meal. The food was just okay—decent, but not particularly memorable. Overall, the ambiance was the highlight of our visit.

Nomad- Faiz 3 months ago Read on Google

A spacious, upscale Afghan restaurant on 8 Avenue SE downtown - qabuli pulao, chapli kebab, lamb shank and dumplings in a dining room much nicer than the typical kebab-house setup, which is the reason to pick it if you want Afghan cooking somewhere you would take someone.

What to order

Bolani to start, then mantu and the biryani rice. The naan is baked soft to order, and the fried fish and the kebabs both come out juicy. Sheer yakh is the dessert to finish on. Portions are generous for the price band.

Good to know

  • The music runs loud, which reviewers who came for a quiet meal mention.
  • It is not perfectly consistent. A minority describe dishes that did not match the menu photographs or the reputation - the score is 4.5 rather than higher because of it.
  • Reservations accepted, with lunch, dinner and dessert, a restroom and free parking.

Rated 4.5 from more than 550 Google reviews.

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