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Zarak by Afghan Kitchen, Vancouver, BC

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen

4.7
4.7
821 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Afghan
Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is an elevated Afghan dining destination with an innovative bar program.

A narrative of hope and humility, passion for the tradition and history of Afghanistan, refined dishes, not straying away from the integrity of mum's recipes.

For groups of 7 or larger, please call us directly at 604-318-3456.

Thank you, and we can't wait to meet you soon.


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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 57 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Afghan, Middle Eastern, Cocktail Bar

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–1:30 pm Dinner Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–10:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (604) 318-3456

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Neighbourhood

    Mount Pleasant

  • Cross Street

    Main & 5th

  • Parking Details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Gender Neutral Restroom, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access

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What 821 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Vancouver

    Innovative

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  1. DYLin238

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious and unique food. Love the interesting cocktails. Now a regular haunt
  2. Anam

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were quickly greeted and seated outside as per our reservation. Everything from the vibes, drinks, food, to the service was INCREDIBLE. Our server walked us through recommendations and consistently checked in on us throughout the meal. Her energy was amazing! We ordered the fried chicken, beet salad, mantu dumplings, short rib and palaw. There was not a single item we did not enjoy! The portion sizes were really great too. We ended up having leftovers which is rare for us. We will definitely be back next time we are in town.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Authentic Afghan food, amazing cocktails & desserts, in a modern setting with impeccable service! What else could you ask for?! Love it here and couldn’t recommend it more!!
  4. TracyR

    Vancouver

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    beautiful presentation, stunning cocktails, outstanding service my only comment is the food is slightly under seasoned for the 2 times I have been
  5. SaqueibK

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    innovative menu and very delicious food! They are accommodating to so many situations.
  6. JayB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great and attentive service, truly delicious and unique food, good size portions. Highly recommended and I certainly plan to go back again!
  7. DavidS

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service & great food and great drinks - thank you!
  8. ChrisC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service at Zarak does not disappoint. Both the drinks and breakfast items on their breakfast menu are equally delicious as they are showstopping.
  9. Eliz

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Accommodated a special request at shortish notice. Wonderful, helpful service and large flavourful portions. Highly recommended
  10. TinaD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Holy moly. This was mine and my friend’s first time at Zarak and boy was it an experience. Our server Sophia was absolutely phenomenal. Friendly, cheerful, well-versed in the menu and the offerings, and also very charming. She made the experience so wonderful (which is hard because we were already so impressed by everything else). The food: delicious. The menu: very interesting fusion that gives a cool kick and twist to traditional brunch menu items. The drinks? Fabulous. The mimosa flight is fun and the fruit loops drink is laced with a good amount of bourbon and nostalgic deliciousness.
  11. SandyC

    Vancouver

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time at Zarak, food was so unique and incredible!!! Even the drinks are so different and flavourful. We had reservations and were seated promptly. Space was clean and I especially loved the tableware and decor. The service was great!
  12. ZTee

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful presentation, excellent service and great flavours!
  13. DonaldH

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always a great meal, drinks and service, thank you.
  14. Maeverella

    Vancouver

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Server was lovely. Food and drinks were delicious. We were a party of three and two people got there food but the third had to wait quite a while for theirs. It was a cold sandwich so it was strange that it took so long. Will definitely go there again.
  15. Berin

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service. Very attentive. Great bunch. I had only been to the south surrey location and the vancouver spot was just as great.
  16. gargar

    Vancouver

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a great dinner with family. The service was efficient and our server was very helpful with ordering different food items. All of the food from starters, entrees and dessert were extremely tasty. We will definitely come back. Thank you for a great experience.
  17. Britta

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious! So many unique spices, the service was incredible, and overall the experience was a 10/10 for brunch. Highly recommend.
  18. blairw

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Interesting range of brunch choices and generous portions. Service was prompt and friendly.
  19. ChrisG

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My partner and I came by for brunch a while back and were so impressed by the food and drinks we had to come back for dinner. The cocktails were phenomenal (we both had the Zendegi and the Band-e-Amir) and we shared the mantu dumplings, Brussel sprouts, Uzbeki Palaw and bolani. Our server was truly excellent as well and helped guide us through the menu and offered plenty of recommendations (unfortunately I forgot to get his name). I would highly recommend Zarak to anyone, it truly was an amazing culinary experience and I can’t wait to come back!!
  20. Ash1

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The servers were top notch!! They were able to accompany us by using their iPad and iPhone to communicate with us.
  21. Eliz

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful friendly staff and the was food delicious.
  22. BarbaraT

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food great service and amazing cocktails!
  23. DYLin238

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food is alway a delight and service charming. One of our faves!
  24. StephanieB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and our service was excellent. We brought our kids with us. Often times that means we get poor service because people don't like kids in restaurants, but this was not the case. We were served wonderfully and we had a great celebration as a family. Thank you!
  25. MarkD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very accommodating and served us a surprise birthday treat!
  26. HOUMAN

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An amazing experience all around. Staff were wonderful and tentative throughout the entire sitting. Owner was there the entire time keeping his eyes out and attending to every single guests throughout the night and making sure everything was going well. Amazing food with unique twists and inspirations. Pricing and portions are great as well. Definitely one of my favourites places to go with friends.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had made a reservation to bring my mum here for Mother’s Day and for her birthday. This was her first time coming here and she thoroughly enjoyed herself. She was really happy!
  28. PhilipN

    Vancouver

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an amazing brunch today at Zarak. We had the chicken + waffles and kebab + eggs skillet. Both were excellent. We also tried the French Toast and it was amazing. Our server was excellent. He was attentive, friendly and informative providing details about our entrees and drinks. We always enjoy our brunches and are looking forward to dinner in the near future. Thanks for another great experience!
  29. nena008

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Service was excellent. Few of the dishes like short rib and fish were amazing. But I feel they need to expand the menu somewhat to bring in fresh updates - otherwise it’s hard to see myself going back there for the same meal.
  30. Swissmiss

    Vancouver

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food, drinks and service. Definitely recommend
  31. SharonD

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was exceptionally attentive and friendly! Excellent food for brunch with family!
  32. RonC

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience all around however it does become loud with all the hard surfaces and large parties .
  33. LaurenM

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and unreal service! Delicious summer cocktails! Will be back!
  34. mckent

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible service and delicious, complex but accessible dishes. Staff were incredibly knowledgable and hospitable.
  35. natasha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food and our server was incredible. The mock tails were delicious!
  36. KatherineR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, service was fantastic. The only complaint would be to have the table for about 20 minutes longer.
  37. judig

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The gentleman on the phone who helped us book a table was so wonderful and accommodating. He made our celebration of my daughters wedding perfect. Great food and excellent service
  38. ReidP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exceptional and extremely memorable food and service! The chicken and waffle is one of the best restaurant meals I have ever had. Everyone else at my table was very happy with their brunches as well. Caesar flight is fantastic!
  39. TamaraL

    Vancouver

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place. We keep coming back. Brunch is as good as dinner. Love the mimosa flight and french toast!
  40. ReemS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent restaurant for brunch. Great atmosphere.

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You can order delivery directly from Zarak by Afghan Kitchen using the Order Online button. Zarak by Afghan Kitchen also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 318-3456.

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 821 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 57 times today
Google Map for Zarak by Afghan Kitchen

2102 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C5

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Main & 5th

  • Neighbourhood

    Mount Pleasant

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–1:30 pm Dinner Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–10:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Afghan, Middle Eastern, Cocktail Bar

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Gender Neutral Restroom, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access

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