Best Afghan Food in Islamabad - Menu, Locations, & Specialities

Loved by people across Pakistan, Afghan cuisine is one of the most celebrated food options.

In major cities, there are many restaurants that serve the authentic Afghan taste, with some being low-key while some are quite fancy.

If you live in Islamabad, there are some hidden gems serving quality Afghan dishes, and we have all the details you need to know about them.

Top Afghan Restaurants in Islamabad

Below are the most popular Afghan Restaurants in Islamabad based on positive reviews.

#	Afghan Restaurants	Location	Contact Number
1	New Kabul Restaurant	F7 Markaz	(051) 2650953
2	TKR (Tahir Khan Restaurant)	Shakarparian	0304 1110857
3	Afghan Restaurant	G-9 Markaz	0306 5449101
4	Balana Afghan Restaurant	F-8 Markaz	0312 9165664
5	Sultan’s Afghan Cuisine	Agha Khan Rd, F6	0332 6075555
6	Janaan Restaurant	F-10 Markaz	0302 0958637
7	Kabul Balkh Restaurant	G-13	0330 2323614
8	Balkh Restaurant	F-10/2	(051) 6122439
9	Kabul Mazar Restaurant	G-9/4	0332 5266721

Now we will go through each Afghan restaurant one by one.

1. New Kabul Restaurant

Considered the best restaurant for Afghan cuisine, the New Kabul Restaurant offers some of the best Afghan dishes in town. It is a busy place to dine in, and you will see many foreigners along with locals eating here.

Specialties:

Aghani Chicken Tikka
Afghani Kabab
Mutton Tikka
Chicken Roast
Afghani Boti

Contact Number: (051) 2650953

Complete Menu: Check out the Kabul Restaurant F7 menu.

Location: F-7 Markaz, Jinnah Super Market, College Rd, next to Hill View Hotel, Islamabad.

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2. TKR (Tahir Khan Restaurant)

Located in a scenic location, TKR is the best place to enjoy great food with great views. It has Pakistani and Afghan cuisine and is frequently visited by celebrities and food vloggers.

Specialties:

Kabuli Pulao
Dum Pukht
Chapli Kabab

Contact Number: 0304 1110857

Complete Menu: Check out the TKR complete menu here.

Location: Shakarparian, Islamabad.

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3. Afghan Restaurant

If you are looking for a low-key place for great Afghan food, consider the Afghan Restaurant. Located in G9, the place serves fresh and tasty Afghan delights that are affordable.

Specialties:

Kabuli Pulao
Koila Karahi

Contact Number: 0306 5449101

Complete Menu: Call for the menu.

Location: G-9 Markaz, Shadab Plaza, Islamabad

4. Balana Afghan Restaurant

Balana Afghan Restaurant is an economical venue for tender and juicy Afghan cuisine. Great for families, the place offers delicious Karahi, Dhumba, and Afghan Tikka.

Specialties:

Afghani Tikka
Chicken Karahi

Contact Number: 0312 9165664

Complete Menu: Check out the complete Balana Afghan Restaurant menu here.

Location: Ayub Market, F-8 Markaz, Islamabad

5. Sultan’s Afghan Cuisine

Sultan’s Afghan Cuisine is a fancy yet small space for Afghan delights. The ambiance and the taste are commendable, and it’s great for family gatherings.

Specialties:

Lamb Ribs
Kabuli pulao

Contact Number: 0332 6075555

Complete Menu: Call for the menu.

Location: Agha Khan Rd, Roomy Signature Hotel, F6, Islamabad

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6. Janaan Restaurant

Janan is another fancy restaurant that Afghan food lovers can visit. They serve great taste, offer impressive ambiance, and have a wide variety of dishes that you can choose from.

Specialties:

Shahi Platter
Lamb Rosh
Mutton Tikka
Kabuli Pulao
Chicken Dum Pukht
Afghani Chicken Boti
Mutton Rosh

Contact Number: 0302 0958637

Complete Menu: Check out the Complete Janaan Restaurant menu here.

Location: Corner Plot, F-10 Markaz, Islamabad

7. Kabul Balkh Restaurant

Kabul Balkh Restaurant is a mid-range Afghan eatery that offers great taste and quantity of food. The place has a chilled-out vibe and is great for weekend getaways.