Afghan Kitchen

Although lacking any obvious Afghani design influence, this tiny two-floored space is pleasant enough. Jade-green walls, shared pine tables and lots of light create a fresh and straight-up vibe. The menu is equally simple, consisting of four meat and four vegetarian dishes: all pre-prepared and generally fairly mild (and often featuring yoghurt). Lamb with spinach (qurma suhzi gosht) was flavourful and filling. Vegetarian dishes are tapas-like in terms of ingredients, yet portion sizes are reasonably large. Unless you’re dining with someone who is willing to go halves on everything, you might have to get through a large plate of spiced pumpkin with yoghurt (borani kado) or dal – tasty, but rather repetitive, and better suited as side dishes. Still, bowls of rice are available, and the large portions of warm fresh bread are great for mopping up such food. Afghan Kitchen is no place for lingering (there’s little space and the rather complacent staff are hard to engage), but it’s a good bet for a quick, cheap bite, and makes a break from the norm.

Time Out Eating & Drinking Guide 2008

Services:

Booking: Booking advisable
Child facilities: Babies and children admitted: high chairs
Takeaway service: Takeaway service

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Latest user reviews

Afghan Kitchen was great value for money and had a lovely cafe style ambience. Main dishes are around £6.50. There is very limited seating which makes for a cosy atmosphere for dining with friends. You may wish to book ahead.
Rachel Borer  Apr 9 2008