Afghan Palace Restaurant - Al Nahda 1

Name: Afghan Palace Restaurant - Al Nahda 1
Address: Shop #8, Ahli House, Al Nahda, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143803131

Al Nahda

Afghan restaurant Closed 04 380 3131

Afghan Palace Restaurant is an Afghan dining spot in Al Nahda 1, known in reviews for dishes such as Kabuli Pulao and tender kebabs. It combines traditional food with family-friendly seating, including private sections and ground seating.

Reputation Score

4.7

★★★★★

2,953 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Kabuli Pulao

Kabuli Pulao is a recurring favourite, with reviewers praising its flavourful rice and tender, juicy meat.

Private Seating

Private or secluded seating sections make the restaurant comfortable for family meals and diners wanting more privacy.

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What to Eat at Afghan Palace Restaurant - Al Nahda 1

These items at Afghan Palace Restaurant - Al Nahda 1 got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 3

Kabuli pulao Net +3

“The food is flavorful, especially the grilled kebabs and Kabuli Pulao, and the portion sizes are generous.”
Garlic bread Net +2

“Garlic Bread owseme”
Naan Net +2

“5/5 13th July 2023 Now i know why this restaurant has such high ratings. The food is absolutely spectacular for someone that has not tried Afghani cuisine. It was super tasty, that is including all the different varieties we ordered from naan to rice, to curries. The dal soup was not nice for me, but everything else was spot on. Our waiter was patient and told us what exactly to order for someone who has not tried their cuisine. Would come again!”

Honorable mentions (24)

Afghan platter for two Net +1

“Food here was amazing! From mix chicken veg soup, starter Mantu which was very delicious, afghan platter for two which was way more than enough, serving was huge and taste was superb, down to chocolate ice cream for dessert, everything we had was great.”
Ashak Net +1

“Traditional Afghan dishes. The food was excellent in terms of taste and beautifully presented. There are secluded seating areas for more privacy. I highly recommend the ashak and especially the bolani!!! If you’re ever in Dubai and want to enjoy great Afghan food, this is the perfect place.”
Biryani Net +1

“Afgan Palace Restaurant in Al Barsha, The food was average because the Chicken Shinwari was bit Salty but Biryani was good, service was great and family cabin provided was a good thing to eat privately.. recommended to visit”
Bolani Net +1

“Traditional Afghan dishes. The food was excellent in terms of taste and beautifully presented. There are secluded seating areas for more privacy. I highly recommend the ashak and especially the bolani!!! If you’re ever in Dubai and want to enjoy great Afghan food, this is the perfect place.”
Butter bread Net +1

“For a husband, wife, and toddler this is the place you need to experience. Special Degi Kebab it was new and we would order it again every time. Herati Zafrani Kebab Kari was the best we’ve tasted. And we have tried several. Would order it again. Garlic bread has the perfect bite kick of fresh garlic and the butter bread was warmer than the best pancake you’ve ever dreamed of and will invite my mom to try next visit. Ask for Mr. Abdul Mateen for the best experience!”
Chanike mutton Net +1

“Chanike Mutton, Awesome very special taste”
Chapli kebabs Net +1

“-amazing place!! -atmosphere wise: clean and aesthetic —-wonderful food, keva was delightful, heavenly chapli kebabs, uzbek pulao was 10/10 wait staff hamed raza was wonderfully soft spoken polite and attentive to our every dining need.”
Chicken alfam Net +1

“The food truly stood out. I tried a variety of dishes including the Mixed Plates, Chicken Soup, Chicken Alfam, Chocolate Cold Coffee, and Sweet Lassi. Every item was flavorful and well-prepared, especially the Chicken Alfam which was juicy and perfectly spiced.”
Chicken soup Net +1

“The food truly stood out. I tried a variety of dishes including the Mixed Plates, Chicken Soup, Chicken Alfam, Chocolate Cold Coffee, and Sweet Lassi. Every item was flavorful and well-prepared, especially the Chicken Alfam which was juicy and perfectly spiced.”
Chocolate ice cream Net +1

“Food here was amazing! From mix chicken veg soup, starter Mantu which was very delicious, afghan platter for two which was way more than enough, serving was huge and taste was superb, down to chocolate ice cream for dessert, everything we had was great.”
Herati zafrani kebab kari Net +1

“For a husband, wife, and toddler this is the place you need to experience. Special Degi Kebab it was new and we would order it again every time. Herati Zafrani Kebab Kari was the best we’ve tasted. And we have tried several. Would order it again. Garlic bread has the perfect bite kick of fresh garlic and the butter bread was warmer than the best pancake you’ve ever dreamed of and will invite my mom to try next visit. Ask for Mr. Abdul Mateen for the best experience!”
Kabuli chicken tikka Net +1

“Took the kabuli chicken tikka it was so so amazing, so so fresh, juicy smokey chicken my god so so juicyyyy.”
Kheer Net +1

“Complimentary kheer was yummy 😋”
Lamb kebabs Net +1

“I had an amazing experience at Afghan Palace Restaurant! From the moment I walked in, the warm hospitality and traditional Afghan decor made me feel at home. The food was absolutely delicious — every dish was rich in flavor and beautifully presented. I especially loved the Kabuli Palaw and the tender lamb kebabs. The naan was freshly baked and perfect with the homemade chutneys.”
Mantu Net +1

“Food here was amazing! From mix chicken veg soup, starter Mantu which was very delicious, afghan platter for two which was way more than enough, serving was huge and taste was superb, down to chocolate ice cream for dessert, everything we had was great.”
Mix chicken veg soup Net +1

“Food here was amazing! From mix chicken veg soup, starter Mantu which was very delicious, afghan platter for two which was way more than enough, serving was huge and taste was superb, down to chocolate ice cream for dessert, everything we had was great.”
Mix grill Net +1

“2. Mix Grill (7/10) - it was decent but not amazing as expected. The chicken tikkas were extremely dry and lacked flavour”
Mixed plates Net +1

“The food truly stood out. I tried a variety of dishes including the Mixed Plates, Chicken Soup, Chicken Alfam, Chocolate Cold Coffee, and Sweet Lassi. Every item was flavorful and well-prepared, especially the Chicken Alfam which was juicy and perfectly spiced.”
Rustampak mutton Net +1

“If you're a true food lover, Afghan Palace is an experience you simply cannot miss! The Rustampak mutton—tender beyond belief—melted in the mouth, rich with the bold and aromatic flavours of Pesto-style Afghan spices. And the Sigwara Mutton Kadai? Absolutely divine—each bite was a burst of juicy, fiery perfection that left us craving more. It's not just food, it's a celebration of Afghan culinary artistry. Do yourself a favour—head over and treat your taste buds to something unforgettable!”
Shingwari kadai Net +1

“Shingwari kadai Is a must try”
Sigwara mutton kadai Net +1

“If you're a true food lover, Afghan Palace is an experience you simply cannot miss! The Rustampak mutton—tender beyond belief—melted in the mouth, rich with the bold and aromatic flavours of Pesto-style Afghan spices. And the Sigwara Mutton Kadai? Absolutely divine—each bite was a burst of juicy, fiery perfection that left us craving more. It's not just food, it's a celebration of Afghan culinary artistry. Do yourself a favour—head over and treat your taste buds to something unforgettable!”
Special degi kebab Net +1

“For a husband, wife, and toddler this is the place you need to experience. Special Degi Kebab it was new and we would order it again every time. Herati Zafrani Kebab Kari was the best we’ve tasted. And we have tried several. Would order it again. Garlic bread has the perfect bite kick of fresh garlic and the butter bread was warmer than the best pancake you’ve ever dreamed of and will invite my mom to try next visit. Ask for Mr. Abdul Mateen for the best experience!”
Uzbek pulao Net +1

“-amazing place!! -atmosphere wise: clean and aesthetic —-wonderful food, keva was delightful, heavenly chapli kebabs, uzbek pulao was 10/10 wait staff hamed raza was wonderfully soft spoken polite and attentive to our every dining need.”
Uzbik kabuli pallow Net +1

“3. Uzbik Kabuli Pallow (9/10) - the rice were extremely flavourful, well cooked and tasty. The chicken was again too dry and hardly 2-3 pieces.”

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Chocolate cold coffee Net +1

“The food truly stood out. I tried a variety of dishes including the Mixed Plates, Chicken Soup, Chicken Alfam, Chocolate Cold Coffee, and Sweet Lassi. Every item was flavorful and well-prepared, especially the Chicken Alfam which was juicy and perfectly spiced. The cold coffee and sweet lassi were great refreshers to complement the meal.”
Sweet lassi Net +1

“The food truly stood out. I tried a variety of dishes including the Mixed Plates, Chicken Soup, Chicken Alfam, Chocolate Cold Coffee, and Sweet Lassi. Every item was flavorful and well-prepared, especially the Chicken Alfam which was juicy and perfectly spiced. The cold coffee and sweet lassi were great refreshers to complement the meal.”

What to Avoid (5)

Food 5

Afghan pulao Net −1

“We tried the Afghan pulao, and it was just okay. However, the rice was cold, and the meat was not as expected—it was neither properly seasoned nor tender as it usually should be. Overall, we were quite disappointed.”
Dal soup Net −1

“5/5 13th July 2023 Now i know why this restaurant has such high ratings. The food is absolutely spectacular for someone that has not tried Afghani cuisine. It was super tasty, that is including all the different varieties we ordered from naan to rice, to curries. The dal soup was not nice for me, but everything else was spot on. Our waiter was patient and told us what exactly to order for someone who has not tried their cuisine. Would come again!”
Lamb with tomato Net −1

“The lamb with tomato is not tender.”
Lentil soup Net −1

“The food was very flat. I stared with the lentil soup as I like to do in Arabic restaurants. The soup was not seasoned and did not come with the crispy croutons as normal lentil soups do in Dubai.”
Pulao with lamb shank Net −1

“Pulao with lamb shank was ok I felt it needed more flavour.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Visit Off-Peak. Try quieter hours if possible, since one review specifically warns that service may slow when the restaurant is busy.

Ask Guidance. If Afghan food is new to you, ask the team to explain the menu and recommend suitable dishes.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Shop #8, Ahli House

Al Nahda First - Al Nahda, Dubai

04 380 3131

Mon	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Tue	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Wed	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Thu	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Fri	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sat	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sun	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Busy Delays

Service can slow during busy periods; one review mentions a wait of more than 20 minutes for an order.

Parking

Parking may be difficult to find around the Al Nahda 1 location.

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The Bottom Line

Afghan Palace Restaurant in Al Nahda 1 is a traditional Afghan dining spot with a menu that reviewers return to for Kabuli Pulao, kebabs and dishes such as bolani, ashak and Shingwari Kadai. Kabuli Pulao is especially divisive but often praised: one diner called the rice extremely flavourful, while another found the rice cold and the meat under-seasoned. That variation is worth keeping in mind.

The setting suits family meals, with private or secluded sections, ground seating and an interior reviewers describe as clean and thoughtfully designed. First-time Afghan-food diners have found the waiters useful for explaining unfamiliar dishes and suggesting what to order. Portions are often generous, including an Afghan platter for two described as more than enough, though some guests felt prices were high for the quantity.

Timing and logistics need a little planning. Service is reported to slow during busy hours, and parking can be difficult to find. Pickup has also produced a notable complaint: one customer waited 40 minutes in the car and received cold food.

If you are visiting for shawarma, check availability first, as one review said it was no longer offered. Overall, the restaurant has strong appeal for traditional Afghan flavours and family seating, with occasional inconsistency in food temperature, tenderness and seasoning.