Grilled Kebabs
The kebabs are praised for being juicy inside, smoky outside and perfectly grilled.
Al Kabab Al Afghani Al Raqi Restaurant
Deira
Al Kabab Al Afghani Al Raqi is an Afghan restaurant in Deira, known in reviews for grilled kebabs and Afghani pulao. Customers describe tender meats, flavourful rice and, at its best, welcoming service in a comfortable, family-friendly setting.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
361 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Tender Meat
A reviewer found the mixed grilled meat soft, juicy and well-seasoned.
Flavourful Rice
The Afghani pulao and other rice dishes are repeatedly described as tasty and full of flavour.
Family Seating
One review specifically notes generous seating arrangements suitable for families.
Warm Hospitality
Several diners mention welcoming, friendly or respectful staff, including excellent service from start to finish.
What to Eat at Al Kabab Al Afghani Al Raqi Restaurant How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Al Kabab Al Afghani Al Raqi Restaurant, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Al Kabab Al Afghani Al Raqi Restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 6
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Afghani pulao Net +2
“Had a very good Afghani Plov.”
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Review excerpts
“Had a very good Afghani Plov.”August 2023
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Charcoal grilled chicken Net +1
“Food Quality is very Good, Well decorated restaurant, Famous restaurant in this Area, There are many types of food available here, I ate some special food items! -( Charcoal* Grilled chicken is my favourite recipe)”
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“Food Quality is very Good, Well decorated restaurant, Famous restaurant in this Area, There are many types of food available here, I ate some special food items! -( Charcoal* Grilled chicken is my favourite recipe)”July 2022
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Chicken chapali kabab’s Net +1
“Delicious food , different in Indian Subcontinent,, very prompt and good service ,, rates very affordable …Must go place ,, Chicken Chapali Kabab’s , Murg Afghani Kurma ,, Khunafa sweet ,, out of the world”
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“Delicious food , different in Indian Subcontinent,, very prompt and good service ,, rates very affordable …Must go place ,, Chicken Chapali Kabab’s , Murg Afghani Kurma ,, Khunafa sweet ,, out of the world”May 2023
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Khunafa sweet Net +1
“Delicious food , different in Indian Subcontinent,, very prompt and good service ,, rates very affordable …Must go place ,, Chicken Chapali Kabab’s , Murg Afghani Kurma ,, Khunafa sweet ,, out of the world”
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“Delicious food , different in Indian Subcontinent,, very prompt and good service ,, rates very affordable …Must go place ,, Chicken Chapali Kabab’s , Murg Afghani Kurma ,, Khunafa sweet ,, out of the world”May 2023
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Mixed grilled meat Net +1
“Food is excellent you can identify that they are using fresh Cut of meat .I love thier mixed grilled meat highly recommend restaurant Its soft juicy & tender seasoning spot on .”
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“Food is excellent you can identify that they are using fresh Cut of meat .I love thier mixed grilled meat highly recommend restaurant Its soft juicy & tender seasoning spot on .”January 2023
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Murg afghani kurma Net +1
“Delicious food , different in Indian Subcontinent,, very prompt and good service ,, rates very affordable …Must go place ,, Chicken Chapali Kabab’s , Murg Afghani Kurma ,, Khunafa sweet ,, out of the world”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Delicious food , different in Indian Subcontinent,, very prompt and good service ,, rates very affordable …Must go place ,, Chicken Chapali Kabab’s , Murg Afghani Kurma ,, Khunafa sweet ,, out of the world”May 2023
What to Avoid (3)
Food 3
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Charsi karahi Net −1
“Very bad experience with this restaurant the staff was all girls and service was very poor food quality is average I ordered charsi karahi they served me this dish less meat extra bones cooked with bell peppers the taste was so sweet I hope they will do best in future”
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Critical review excerpts
“Very bad experience with this restaurant the staff was all girls and service was very poor food quality is average I ordered charsi karahi they served me this dish less meat extra bones cooked with bell peppers the taste was so sweet I hope they will do best in future”August 2025
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Mutton chops Net −1
“We visited at 11:30 PM and ordered food — the mutton chops were fully burnt, and other items were dirty and smelly.”
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Critical review excerpts
“We visited at 11:30 PM and ordered food — the mutton chops were fully burnt, and other items were dirty and smelly.”November 2025
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Shinwari Net −1
“Management is changed, it’s no more afghani resturant, they prepare shinwari in red chilli , so if you think it’s afghani, be careful”
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Critical review excerpts
“Management is changed, it’s no more afghani resturant, they prepare shinwari in red chilli , so if you think it’s afghani, be careful”August 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Prefer Dining In. For a more predictable meal, consider dining in rather than relying on delivery, which several reviews describe as late or incorrect.
Avoid Late Hours. If possible, avoid very late visits: one 11:30 PM order was linked to burnt, dirty and smelly food.
Check Karahi. If ordering charsi karahi, check the meat portion and preparation first; one diner received mostly bones and a sweet taste.
Confirm Style. If you want specifically Afghan flavours, ask how the dish is prepared, as one review questioned a change in style.
Budget Carefully. Check prices before ordering: diners describe them as normal or affordable, but others found them high for the quality.
Plan the visit
Practical details
2nd Street, Al Baraha Area, Near Al Baraha Hospital, Deira
Al Baraha - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Food Safety
Some recent reviews report smelly or allegedly unhygienic food, including one food-poisoning complaint.
Delivery Delays
Delivery complaints include waits of up to two hours and orders arriving late, cold, wrong or incomplete.
Inconsistent Cooking
One late-night order included fully burnt mutton chops, while another reviewer found chicken hard and not freshly cooked.
Uneven Service
Reviews range from excellent hospitality to understaffing, slow service and staff described as rude or uncooperative.
Poor Washrooms
A diner rated the washroom facilities poorly for cleanliness and maintenance.
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The Bottom Line
Al Kabab Al Afghani Al Raqi is a casual Afghan restaurant in Deira where the strongest reviews focus on grilled food. The kebabs are described as juicy, smoky and perfectly grilled, while mixed grilled meat is praised for being soft, tender and well-seasoned. Afghani pulao, chapli kabab, chicken chapali kabab and murg Afghani kurma also appear in recommendations, giving first-time diners several named dishes to consider.
The experience is not entirely consistent. Some diners report fresh ingredients, generous portions, comfortable family seating and welcoming service; one described the restaurant as clean and family-friendly. Others mention slow or rude service, understaffing and an average atmosphere.
Prices are described both as affordable or normal for the area and as high for the food quality, so it is worth checking the bill before ordering extensively. Delivery is the biggest practical caution. Reviews describe waits of two hours, late and cold food, missing items and incorrect replacements.
Recent complaints also mention smelly food, burnt mutton chops and one alleged case of food poisoning. For a first visit, dining in during a less rushed period and checking the freshness and preparation of your order may be wiser than ordering late at night or relying on delivery.