DARBAR Afghan Restaurant & Grill

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “Really enjoyed our meal here! The food was delicious and beautifully presented, especially the fresh bread, kebabs and rice. Everything was full of flavour and the portions were generous. Our waiter, I believe his name was Ehsan (apologies if I’ve got the name wrong!), was really lovely, friendly and attentive. He made us feel very welcome and provided excellent service. Overall, a great experience with delicious food and lovely service. Definitely a place I’d recommend! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “Unfortunately, we did not have a good experience here. The food was disappointing and did not taste fresh, and the overall hygiene could have been much better. The service was okay, but nothing special.. :( We also wanted to order a particular dish, but we were told it was already finished at around 7 PM, which was quite disappointing, especially so early in the evening. Green chutney was extremely tangy sour. No taste in any of the sauces. Overall, the experience was not good, and we expected much better from an Afghan restaurant.I hope the restaurant can improve the food quality, freshness, hygiene, and availability of dishes.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Absolute joy of a place! Firstly service by the young gentleman Mohammad was top class throughout the whole evening, he also prepared one of the best shishas I have tried in the UK hands down! (And I’ve tried shishas from Egypt to turkey to countless other countries) then comes in the food which is a whole other story, delicious, fresh, and perfectly cooked, (Manti is a must try)😍their variety is also incredible so if your a fussy eater you’ll definitely still be satisfied at this gem of a place! This was my second time to visit and definitely not the last! 10/10 highly recommend! ⭐”

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• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Claims 100% fresh on the menu but it wasnt. Burger meat was solid and stank like animal fat was pulled out someones freezer. Food took more than a hour idk how frozen patties takes a hour to make and no one else was in the restaurant. Food was garbage wife vomited in the toilets and i vomited hours later. Food was horrible wouldnt even feed my dog this. Honestly i recommend just going to the mcdonalds 1min away instead👌”

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• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “recently visited Dhabar Afghani Restaurant and had a fantastic experience. The food was rich, authentic, and full of flavour — you can really taste the traditional Afghan spices and slow-cooked techniques in every dish. The lamb was incredibly tender, the rice perfectly fragrant, and the freshly baked bread was a highlight on its own. The staff Mohammed was warm, welcoming, and happy to recommend dishes, which made the whole visit feel relaxed and enjoyable. The portions were generous and great value for money. If you’re looking to try something different from the usual curry houses and want authentic Afghan cuisine, this place is definitely worth a visit. I’ll be coming back soon!”

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• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “Went for lunch with family. Food was delicious and authentic, with great proportion size. Very cordial and helpful service, enhanced the experience. Atmosphere was cozy though slightly old fashioned. Overall was amazing, highly recommend.”

• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “I recently visited Darbar, an Afghan restaurant, and it turned out to be a genuinely great experience. The food felt both comforting and full of depth, with a balance of flavors that was rich without ever being overwhelming. The highlight for me was the grilled meat—perfectly cooked, tender, and packed with a smoky, well-seasoned flavor. It paired beautifully with the rice, which was light, fluffy, and subtly fragrant, adding a gentle sweetness that complemented the savory dishes really well. What stood out overall was how everything felt thoughtfully put together. The combination of fresh herbs, soft bread, and creamy elements gave the meal a great variety of textures, making each bite interesting without being complicated. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, and the service matched that—friendly, attentive, but not intrusive. It made the whole experience feel easygoing and enjoyable. All in all, Darbar is definitely a place I’d recommend. It’s a great introduction to Afghan food if you haven’t tried it before, and even if you have, it’s clear they’re doing things right.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·6 months ago

  “Lovely restaurant that we found by chance. We went for lunch. We ordered the dumplings, lamb kofta, chicken kebab, lamb meatballs, the fresh orange juice, and dough (a yoghurt drink). Everything was delicious, although I would recommend the lamb kofta instead of the lamb meatballs. Lovely atmosphere and staff were very friendly - excellent customer service.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·8 months ago

  “Really fantastic hidden gem. Reasonably priced for the tasty food. Reasonable sized portions, not too small and not too large. It's a very xlcozy environment and the meals were banging! The waiter was very helpful and created a seating area which provided some privacy in an open setting. Definitely worth the visit!”

• G

  Google user

  ·10 months ago

  “My husband and I went for lunch/dinner today and the food was AMAzing. This is our first time going to an Afghan restaurant and this one did not disappoint us. Althought this place was very close to place we live I never went there before, regretting that. The food was delicious, the service was very good, staff was welcoming and friendly and the decor inside was so nice with good folk music playing. So calm and peaceful. We booked a place today morning which we usually do but was not busy during the time we went. Definitely visiting with friends next time.”

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