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Zarak by Afghan Kitchen, Vancouver, BC

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen

4.9 (1611)
CAN$30 and under
Afghan
2102 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C5

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2 people
11:00 p.m.
Booked 24 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
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.

**Kindly note that we leave lots of tables open for walk-in for brunch service**

We accept online bookings for 1 -7 guests. To book a party larger than 7 guests, please email hello@zarakvancouver.com

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

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Afghan, Middle Eastern, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighbourhood
    Mount Pleasant
  • Cross Street
    Main & 5th
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Gender Neutral Restroom, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access

What 1,611 people are saying

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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1,611 Reviews
  1. Melody Yen Lin VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service with great food. Quite a few vegetarian options. We sat outdoor and it was perfect!

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  2. Oliver

    Vancouver / British Columbia9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing! 10/10. Wed be back for that for sure. Sooo delicious (and well plates!) We found the service quite disruptive. We had 3 separate servers asking us the same Qs (how’s the food, can I take your plate, can I take this, are you done with this etc). They came to our tables close to 10 times in the course 30 minutes. Became very annoying and would constantly interrupt our conversation. Also, why would you ask if we wanted to pay on two separate occasions if my friend isn’t even done their beer? Made us feel very rushed. Also, please don’t ask if you can take a bolani dish if we are still eating it.

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  3. Christi

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Generous and gracious hosts! We were treated to so many wonderful dishes, artfully made with love, attention to flavour and skillful presentation. It is as if the goal of all is to delight each guest's palette and heart. An elegant, unpretentious ambiance. -- A meal that tasted like poetry.

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  4. Alan

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always dependable - very tasty and wonderful spices. We love their lamb and rice dishes.

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  5. Thomasina VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were excellent! Our waiter was one of the best we have ever had! Thank you!

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  6. Ursula

    Vancouver / British Columbia8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went with the $75 chefs meal. Plenty of food, we took home a full dinner worth. Servers were attentive and happy to answer questions about the food and restaurant. A major plus was that we could hear each other across the table. Food was delicious. I thought it was good value. We did not feel rushed either.

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  7. jenny VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Belated Mother’s Day Dinner – Great Food, Mostly Great Service This was my second time dining here, and the food was just as amazing as I remembered. We came to celebrate a belated Mother’s Day dinner, and overall, the experience was really good. When my mom and I arrived, we were walking in slowly—she has knee injury and uses a cane to support her weight. As we made our way in, one older gentleman (staff) standing at the entrance didn’t greet us, smile, or offer any help. He just stared at us, which felt awkward and a bit unwelcoming, especially given my mom’s condition. Thankfully, once we were inside, everything improved. We were seated quickly and our server was incredibly friendly and attentive. They checked on us multiple times, refilled our water, and made sure we had everything we needed. We ordered several dishes to share (the portions are generous), and every single one was flavorful and beautifully prepared. Despite the uncomfortable moment at the entrance, the rest of the evening went smoothly. I’m glad I brought my family here—we all enjoyed the meal, and I’m happy to say we’ll be coming back again.

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  8. Sarah

    Vancouver / British Columbia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    attentive, friendly service, amazing cocktails (both in flavour and presentation) and the food was delicious. perfect for sharing with friends or a date night with somebody special.

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  9. JR

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional group experience. We did a 6 person tasting menu and got to try almost everything on the menu. The service was excellent. Great experience all around.

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  10. Wambui

    Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed our meal: Kabul pulao, lamb shank and the fried chicken appetizer. Had a couple of mocktails (one passion fruit, one mango) which were delicious and fun- the mango one came with anpopsicle. Dessert was the dulce leche to which they added a festive birthday touch for my friend. The service was so good- attentive and informative and friendly. The best thing about Zarak (other than the food) is how unpretentious it is. My only thought is: given that people share their food, maybe bigger tables so there’s enough surface for all the dishes? But that’s a minor quibble- not enough to keep me from returning or recommending this restaurant!

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FAQs

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 318-3456.

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is rated 4.9 stars by 1611 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
11:00 p.m.
Booked 24 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 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
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