Afghan Kitchen South Surrey

Name: Afghan Kitchen South Surrey
Address: 16120 24 Ave Unit 115, Surrey, BC, Canada, V3Z 0R5
Telephone: (604) 727-0070
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.9

4.9

1063 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

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Afghan Kitchen is the manifestation of a young boy’s dream. He roamed the streets of Kabul in his sandals and saw how hard his family worked to sustain themselves. In the times of war, they moved to different neighbouring countries until they finally came to Canada.

Afghan Kitchen presents you the vision of the young boy’s very own restaurant since he was six years old. Every corner of Afghan Kitchen is thoughtfully curated. Every dish uses mum’s recipe.

This is a family-owned and -run business that reflects the best of Afghan roots, traditions, and values. Afghan Kitchen is the taste of home.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Apr 2, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 19 times today

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(604) 727-0070

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Afghan, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(604) 727-0070
Website
http://www.aksurrey.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Mom's recipes

Location
16120 24 Ave Unit 115, Surrey, BC V3Z 0R5
Neighbourhood
Surrey
Cross Street
161 st.
Parking Details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Avocado "Dream Dip"*$13.00
Chilled Eggplant Dip* **$13.00
Orange Hummus Dip*$11.00
Triple Dip Taster* **$27.00
Afghan Nuggets$15.00
A basket of golden fried chicken bites is now an Afghan Kitchen staple, served with Afghan chutney + Afghan yogurt
Gold Wedges**$8.00
Made for little ones or grown-ups. Crinkle-cut fries rubbed with walnut spice, served with Afghan yogurt + of course, ketchup
Pakawras**$13.00
Think big potato chips with a crunchy batter. Highly addictive, served with Afghan yogurt
Brussels Sprouts**$15.00
Crispy sprouts on a bed of roasted red bell pepper hummus, drizzled with beet vinaigrette

Soup & Salad

Afghan Noodles**$11.00
Also known as Aush. Tomato noodle soup made with beans, topped with yogurt. An Afghan cure for sick days
Sweet Corn Chicken Chowder$13.00
Mum's first creation in the kitchen. This is comfort food at its finest
Chef's Salad**$17.00
Seasonal greens + fruit, served with pink beet dressing or emerald vegan dressing
Chicken Greens$24.00
Seasonal greens + grilled chicken kebab, served with pink beet dressing or emerald vegan dressing

Vegetable

Aushak**$22.00
Steamed veggie dumplings, stuffed with leeks, spinach + green onion, topped with split peas, tomato sauce + yogurt
Aushak 2.0**$22.00
Steamed veggie dumplings, stuffed with onions, carrots + cabbage, topped with split peas, tomato sauce + yogurt
Bolani**$19.00
This is the famous big bread you are looking for on the menu. Pan-fried and stuffed with potato, herbs + spices, served with Afghan chutney + Afghan yogurt. To share or not to share, that is the question
Lentil Stew$17.00
Afghan soul food. Thick boil of lentils, split peas + spices, served with cumin rice
Sabzi$17.00
A humble dish of slow-cooked spinach, served with cumin rice
Lubya$16.00
Buttery soft kidney beans in a curry base, bursting with rich flavours of coriander + tomato, served with cumin rice
Banjan**$21.00
Customers who don't like eggplant have told us in the past few years that they enjoyed this dish. Pan-seared eggplant with layers of flavour that blend well together. Yogurt drizzle, served with Afghan rice
Kachaloo**$17.00
Tender potato slices in fragrant garlic-laced tomato sauce. Yogurt drizzle, served with Afghan rice
Kololi$18.00
An old family recipe. Handmade vegetable & flour patties in an inviting vegetable sauce. Slightly spicy, very flavoursome. Served with cumin rice

Meat

Mantu$23.00
Steamed minced beef dumplings, topped with split peas, tomato sauce + yogurt
Chicken Qorma$23.00
Boneless chicken thigh in a zesty sauce of onions, garlic + tomatoes, served with cumin rice
Afghan Chicken$23.00
Bone-in chicken thigh is cooked for hours in garlic tomato gravy. We devour this slightly spicy chicken dish after a long shift. Served with Afghan rice. We can always bring you some extra sauce, just kindly let us know
Lamb Shoulder$33.00
Roasted shoulder, perfect caramelization. Paired with our succulent Banjan (eggplant) dish + Afghan rice
Lamb Shank$34.00
Slow-cooked lamb shank in tomato stock. You don't need a knife; the meat falls off the bone. Give it a gentle shake then give us a thumbs up. Served with Kachaloo (potato) + Afghan rice
Grilled Spice Chicken$23.00
An unexpected surprise. We were bringing home marinated chicken breast using Afghan spices for our busy little brother. He loved it and told us to serve it here. Afghan 4-spice rubbed overnight, then oven-grilled. With potato & asparagus. For once, no rice or bread

From the Charcoal

From the Charcoal
Kebab has a long history dating to the ancient times where fuel for cooking was relatively scarce. Kebab dishes have been adopted and integrated with different cooking styles and innovations. Our kebabs are marinated at least overnight, then grilled over fire to maximize the tenderness of the meats and their flavours. Chicken, Beef, Lamb are served with Kachaloo (potato), diced Afghan salad + Afghan rice. The Shami Kebab is served with pickled onion, Afghan mint chutney + cumin rice
- Chicken$23.00
- Beef$24.00
- Shami (Minced Beef)$23.00
- Lamb$24.00

A Taste of Afghan Kitchen

Specially curated personal plates or shareable platters. All items are served with Afghan salad + cumin rice or Afghan rice

From the Field**$22.00
Plate for One: Eggplant, potato, sautéed spinach
To the Valley$34.00
Plate for One: Eggplant, potato, sautéed spinach + chicken kebab
Plant-Lovers*$49.00
Platter for Two: Eggplant, potato, aushak, sautéed spinach
KBL to YVR$68.00
Platter for Two: Eggplant, potato, sautéed spinach, chicken kebab, lamb shank
Afghan Feast$105.00
Platter for Four: Bolani (starter), KBL to YVR (above) & mantu (beef dumplings)
Nights in Kabul*$129.00
Kebab Bouquet for Four: Two chicken kebab, two beef kebab, two lamb kebab, seasonal greens, pakawras + Afghan bread

Add-Ons

Afghan Mint Chutney$3.00
Afghan Chutney$3.00
Afghan Bread$4.00
Afghan Salad$4.00
Pickled Onion Plate$3.00
Afghan Chutney Jar (To-Go)$12.00
Afghan Saffron (To-Go)$12.00

What 1,063 people are saying

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

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DanielleC
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was exceptional and the service was fantastic.
KW
KatW
Vancouver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’ve been here many times, good service and delicious food! Everything is very flavourful, drinks included.
DS
DaanyaalS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Afghan Kitchen had exceptional service as usual. Once they found out that I was fasting for Ramadan, one of the servers promptly brought me some dates and the owner brought me some milk to break my fast. This was very courteous of them. The food was delicious as always. I had taken my two friends with me for the first time, and they mentioned that the mum's secret recipe cake is possibly the best cake they'd ever had. Amazing service and always worth the trip.
SM
SiminaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience4
The food was so fresh & flavorful! We thoroughly enjoyed the appies & mains we ordered. I'd highly suggest their dip trio with bread, the dumplings and the lentil soup.
JF
JudyF
Exclusive
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience5
The roast lamb was outstanding. I was disappointed that they were missing an ingredient for my favourite cocktail.
SS
SimrandeepS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food as always. Our go to go for afghan food.
DD
DavidD
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience5
Our Dinners are always great. We come regularly and the food is always great and the energy is great. Service is not bad. I would recommend the slow braised Lamb Shank it is falling off the bone and the tomato sauce is seasoned to perfection.
HJ
HannahJ
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience4
A delicious selection of food! Definitely recommend ordering a bunch of things and sharing with others.
J
Jugraj
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Me and my fiancé was planning a date for us and we searched many restaurants and we thought we must try something new and afghan’s kitchen. Firstly we thought there might be less. Vegetarian dishes but we give it a try when we entered the afghan’s kitchen we were shocked by the atmosphere and we liked the aesthetic of the place as well the service was very good extremely yummy food and everything was perfect. We tasted the mun’s fav recipe that was amazing we will definitely visit that place 3. Times a month.
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Larry
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food here is excellent! Very tasty and wonderfully spiced. Such a nice change from other restaurant options.
GL
GordonL
Vancouver
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great place to eat at reasonable prices and the meals are fantastic.
C
Chloeb
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was amazing as well as the service. Minor issue but it would have been a better experience if we had a larger table. It was hard to maneuver the dishes as we were sharing. As the restaurant was super busy, it was noisy and hard to have a conversation. Understandable. We were in and out in about 1 hour 15 mins. We enjoyed ourselves and very much plan to return.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great first experience all-around. Have been wanting to try AK for awhile but having friends in town was the perfect excuse. Everything was delicious, from drinks to dessert, and we could tell special ingredients were used in every dish. Portions were bigger than expected and service was attentive and friendly. We’ll be back, hopefully soon!
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Ollie
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Love the large colourful meal platters for group sharing. Delicious food and authentic tastes.
AH
AnnH
Seattle
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great first experience! We had great food and service. Loved the atmosphere. We will be back!
FL
FoodieLyn
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a great dining experience! The friendliest, most attentive staff we have ever experienced and the food is fragrant and packed with flavour. Generous portions and absolutely delicious.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wasn’t too busy this time. Sat in the traditional section of the restaurant. Lots of different options available and the food was delicious.
KN
KNSbc
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My mom enjoyed her complimentary birthday pudding. The staff are all very kind and knowledgeable on the dishes and very welcoming when it comes to questions about menu items.
DC
DopeyCyclops
Vancouver
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service excellent. Our waiter’s attentiveness is hard to beat these days. His recommendations are spot on. Portions are generous, ingredients are fresh. Cooking skills are of high calibre, taste is beyond reproach. Overall a great dining experience. Can’t wait to come again.
MP
MercyP
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very good food . Highly recommende. Dessert and meal were fantastic and even the ambience.. feels like im at the arab country again
P
Paula
Vancouver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great service! Food was delicious as was the lychee cocktail, chai tea and desserts. The rose water ice cream was amazing. It was our first time there and we will definitely be back!!
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sirwallace
Vancouver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, very friendly staff. Will be going back again.
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Grace
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Delicious lamb shank and cocktails! I would come back again!
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AlanD
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent as always. Good flavours and yummy food. Thank you
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Sully
Surrey
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Once again simply amazing. Food was magnificent and service was excellent
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PhilipN
Vancouver
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had another good dining experience with family at AK. Service was friendly. Food was excellent.
MP
MariP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food, the service, and the ambience at Afghan Kitchen are all amazing. Every time I've gone, I've tried a different dish, and it's always been delicious. The service is top notch. Every server is knowledgeable about the food, is able to make recommendations, and of course, they are friendly! I highly recommend getting reservations because they do get busy.
MO
MartinO
Vancouver
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
We always enjoy our meal, particularly the lamb dishes, and the servers are always friendly. The only drawback is the noise level. We will certainly return.
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Leeeeesa
Vancouver
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went there for my girlfriend’s birthday for the very first time. The food was amazing. We had the KBL to YVR platter. So good and so much food that we had some to takeaway. Would definitely recommend to friends. Thank you!
JW
JohnW
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our first time there, and the food and the service was outstanding. We will definitely be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The experience was amazing!
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Himanshu
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always.. just awesome food, drinks and service..
JP
JP500
Vancouver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Was not thrilled with the traditional low seating position. This was not requested by me nor was I offered a choice. Food was very good ( even better than previous visits ). Server was excellent. Was not thrilled with the restaurant messaging me to confirm the reservation and the overbearing rules about the 10 minute holding time, all guests showing up together, etc. This should be a fun event, and not a bunch of instructions.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sat in traditional seating which was a fun and comfortable experience. We had the KBL ago YVR platter for two - which was a delicious and delightful sampling of quite a few dishes. We had the Saffron Tea with # 1 dessert sampler with Firni, Shir Yakh, and Mum’s secret cake - it was definitely not sample sized and we couldn’t decide which was our favourite. Bahir was our guide and server through this amazing dining experience and he really made it wonderful. Thank you We will definitely be back!
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Shayne
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food as always . Great service !! Wish it was closer
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Rachana
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious, the ambience appealing, and most of all our server, Sudhanshu, was incredible! Sudhanshu made us feel most welcome and comfortable, offered excellent suggestions from the menu based on our preferences, and enhanced are overall experience at Afghan Kitchen considerably. Many thanks, Sudhanshu! - Tourist from Seattle dined at Afghan Kitchen on February 19, 2023.
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docsed
Vancouver
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service. Quality food.
SM
StephanieM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was amazing! Loved our experience! So delicious.
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Sully
Surrey
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was wonderful and food was flavourful and felt like we were eating in someone’s home. Would recommend to anyone
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Anonymous2023
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
The food is outstanding! Big portions, so much flavour, well seasoned. The Afghan rice is 10/10, as is the Bolani. Highly recommend!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Afghan Kitchen South Surrey does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. Afghan Kitchen South Surrey also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 727-0070.

Afghan Kitchen South Surrey is rated 4.9 stars by 1063 OpenTable diners.

Afghan Kitchen South Surrey does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.