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Al Taiba Bukhari — Restaurants in Manchester

Al Taiba Bukhari

RestaurantsManchester

4.7 out of 5 stars4.7(1,587 reviews)

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Quick info

+44 161 222 7690
21 Wilmslow Rd, Manchester M14 5TB, United Kingdom
£10–20

About Al Taiba Bukhari

Al Taiba Bukhari is an Afghan restaurant on Wilmslow Rd in Manchester, cooking over charcoal and coal. Chicken al faham, kabuli pulao, and kofta kebab feature alongside lamb chops and grilled sea bass, with rice dishes served with chilli tomato sauce, mint yogurt sauce, and a side salad. Grilled wings and fries are also on the menu, and ice cream and milkshakes round it out. Upstairs, traditional floor seating is set up for families and groups, and unlimited free tea is offered to those dining there. Seating for large groups is available without a reservation, and the restaurant takes walk-ins throughout.

Good to know

  • Good for kids
    Good for kids · Family-friendly

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Reviews

4.7/5
1,587 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention kabuli pulao, chicken al faham, kofta kebab and grilled sea bass.

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Customer Review Summary

Reviewers most often single out the qabuli pilau, praised for separated, well-seasoned rice with sweet sultanas and paired with a chilli tomato sauce and mint yogurt sauce. Close behind are the chicken al faham, described as juicy and charred from the grill, and the kofta kebab, which one reviewer calls the best in Manchester and another found fatty, salty and delicious. The grilled sea bass and lamb chops also earn praise, one reviewer calling the chops a game changer. Several mention that the food is cooked fresh over charcoal and that portions and prices feel good for the money. Service is described as friendly, welcoming and polite, and the large upstairs floor seating is noted as suiting families and groups, with one group saying they were catered for without a reservation. The one lukewarm note comes from a reviewer who found the food okay but a bit bland. Reviewers also mention unlimited free tea, great ice cream and milkshakes, and a recent refurbishment that looks fresh.

Featured reviews

  • Google user
    “If you enjoy Afghan food, Al Taiba Restaurant is definitely worth trying. We had a selection of dishes and were very happy with the quality and flavours. Staff gave us excellent service and was genuinely welcoming and helpful throughout our meal. A very pleasant experience. And the owner Ahmed was very humble person”
  • Google user
    “Food is ok but abit bland for my liking. Service and staff are good. Good about of seating available ideally for family or small group.”
  • Google user
    “This place has become our go-to in Wilmslow Road. Friendly service, amazing value for money. They do some great staple afghan dishes and great grilled sea bass.”
  • Google user
    “Very good food, the pricing was decent. Lady working there was so polite. Good place for families. Platter what we order was great!!”
  • Google user
    “I had a really strong craving for both kabuli pulao and some baked chicken. I just placed an order from Al Tauba Bukhari, specifically for the chicken al faham and the kabuli pulao. • CHICKEN AL FAHAM The chicken was really flavorful, it had a nice juicy texture, and it was seasoned perfectly. It delivered a really good taste, and you could definitely feel the char from being grilled. I highly recommend giving it a try. • KABULI PULAO The rice was perfectly separated, each grain distinct, and the sultanas were properly sweet. The rice itself was juicy and well-seasoned, allowing you to really savor the proper taste of the beef nestled inside. This dish really stands out when paired with their excellent chilli tomato sauce and refreshing mint yogurt sauce. And don't forget, their salad was also quite good. • TIP You absolutely must try the dish where two sauced rice portions are topped with a few pieces of chicken, plus a side salad. That first bite really gives you a true sense of how this dish is supposed to taste. * RATING Chicken Al faham received a score of 10 out of 8.5. The Kabuli Pulao was rated 10 out of 8. Overall, this restaurant is definitely worth trying.”

Hours

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Highlights

  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner
  • Popular for solo dining
  • Small plates

Amenities

  • Wi-Fi
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Family-friendly
  • Cozy
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  • Onsite services
  • Late-night food
  • Solo dining
  • Restroom
Dining options· 5
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • Seating
  • Table service
Crowd· 3
  • College students
  • Groups
  • Tourists
Family-friendly· 1
  • Good for kids
Offerings· 2
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
Atmosphere· 1
  • Casual

Location

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