Kabuli Pulao
Kabuli pulao with meat is repeatedly praised, including a review calling it the restaurant’s best dish.
Al Kabab Al Afghani Bur Dubai
Bur Dubai
Al Kabab Al Afghani is a Bur Dubai restaurant serving Afghan dishes in a casual dine-in setting. Reviews point visitors towards Kabuli pulao with meat and freshly made kebabs, with spacious seating that includes majlis-style and private areas.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
821 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Tender Kebabs
The lamb kebab was described as tender and well-cooked, while another review praised the juicy, rich kababs.
Generous Portions
One diner specifically said the quantity was a lot, and another found the food more than enough.
Majlis Seating
There is ample space for small groups, including majlis-style dining, tables and private sitting areas.
Fresh Food
Several diners mention fresh ingredients or freshly prepared food, including the kebabs and main dishes.
Prompt Service
A customer described the service as prompt and efficient, with staff attentive throughout the meal.
Metro Access
The restaurant is located close to Saraf DG metro, which is useful for visitors travelling without a car.
What to Eat at Al Kabab Al Afghani Bur Dubai 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 Bur Dubai, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Al Kabab Al Afghani Bur Dubai, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Kabuli rice mutton Net +5
“1. Kabuli rice mutton is out standing”
Positive 6Negative 1
Review excerpts
“1. Kabuli rice mutton is out standing”April 2025
“Food is delicious and quality is better and waitress anisha is nice and helpful kind polite she served with smeliy face thank you so much for everything must try qabli palow and fresh jucie.”February 2026
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Fish fry Net +2
“Mahalla food is so much delicious 😋 I will order best food of al kabab al Afghani qabli palow with meat and fish fry fresh and tasty same taste of Afghanistan staff also good 👍 most visit restaurant”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Mahalla food is so much delicious 😋 I will order best food of al kabab al Afghani qabli palow with meat and fish fry fresh and tasty same taste of Afghanistan staff also good 👍 most visit restaurant”December 2025
“Mutton sikh kebab was special & fish fry.”October 2018
Honorable mentions (20)
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Buffets Net +1
“one of the best priced buffets i ate in dubai.”
Positive 2Negative 1
Review excerpts
“one of the best priced buffets i ate in dubai.”April 2019
“25 aed buffet all you can eat.”October 2018
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Afghan starchy soup Net +1
“The dish was accompanied by an Afghan starchy soup, which added a comforting element to the meal.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The dish was accompanied by an Afghan starchy soup, which added a comforting element to the meal.”May 2023
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Afghani pulawo Net +1
“Great place with tasty food and very qualified staff…we had Afghani Pulawo and BBQ it taste great, nice sitting area”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Great place with tasty food and very qualified staff…we had Afghani Pulawo and BBQ it taste great, nice sitting area”June 2024
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Afghani tikka Net +1
“Best items we had were the qabuli pulao, mutton karahi and afghani tikka.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Best items we had were the qabuli pulao, mutton karahi and afghani tikka.”May 2024
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Alo keema Net +1
“On one hand, their Alo Keema was a delightful surprise. It was well-seasoned and had a great flavor profile, indicating the chef's skill in preparing traditional dishes.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“On one hand, their Alo Keema was a delightful surprise. It was well-seasoned and had a great flavor profile, indicating the chef's skill in preparing traditional dishes.”January 2024
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Bbq platter Net +1
“I highly recommend Chicken Tikka and BBQ Platter from this restaurant.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I highly recommend Chicken Tikka and BBQ Platter from this restaurant.”October 2021
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Biryani Net +1
“I ordered Afghani meat pulao and biryani both dishes were very delicious and fingerlicking”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I ordered Afghani meat pulao and biryani both dishes were very delicious and fingerlicking”April 2025
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Chicken briyani Net +1
“it was really amazing place to try Afghanistan food, i had a chicken briyani because i was alone and i was not that much hungry but it was nice experience. I give them 8/10 for everything.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“it was really amazing place to try Afghanistan food, i had a chicken briyani because i was alone and i was not that much hungry but it was nice experience. I give them 8/10 for everything.”December 2025
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Chicken tika masala Net +1
“Delicious food with good service, chicken tika masala with briyani was awesome. All they need to do something is AC in the restaurant. Otherwise everything was awesome.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Delicious food with good service, chicken tika masala with briyani was awesome. All they need to do something is AC in the restaurant. Otherwise everything was awesome.”August 2021
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Chicken tikka Net +1
“I highly recommend Chicken Tikka and BBQ Platter from this restaurant.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I highly recommend Chicken Tikka and BBQ Platter from this restaurant.”October 2021
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Chicken tikka briyani Net +1
“I ordered chicken Tikka briyani and so delicious.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I ordered chicken Tikka briyani and so delicious.”June 2019
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Curd mix Net +1
“2. Curd mix is also very nice”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“2. Curd mix is also very nice”April 2025
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Fried rice Net +1
“Fried rice was really good.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Fried rice was really good.”October 2021
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Houmous plate Net +1
“The Tabbouleh salad and Houmous plate were a delightful start to the meal. The freshness of the ingredients in the Tabbouleh salad, including the parsley, tomatoes, and bulgur, created a vibrant and flavorful combination. The creamy and smooth Houmous was a perfect accompaniment, providing a delicious dip for the warm bread served alongside.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The Tabbouleh salad and Houmous plate were a delightful start to the meal. The freshness of the ingredients in the Tabbouleh salad, including the parsley, tomatoes, and bulgur, created a vibrant and flavorful combination. The creamy and smooth Houmous was a perfect accompaniment, providing a delicious dip for the warm bread served alongside.”May 2023
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Lamb kebab Net +1
“For the main dish, I opted for the Lamb Kebab. The kebab was well-cooked and tender, offering a satisfying burst of flavor.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“For the main dish, I opted for the Lamb Kebab. The kebab was well-cooked and tender, offering a satisfying burst of flavor.”May 2023
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Mutton karahi Net +1
“Best items we had were the qabuli pulao, mutton karahi and afghani tikka.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Best items we had were the qabuli pulao, mutton karahi and afghani tikka.”May 2024
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Mutton sikh kebab Net +1
“Mutton sikh kebab was special & fish fry.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Mutton sikh kebab was special & fish fry.”October 2018
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Tabbouleh salad Net +1
“The Tabbouleh salad and Houmous plate were a delightful start to the meal. The freshness of the ingredients in the Tabbouleh salad, including the parsley, tomatoes, and bulgur, created a vibrant and flavorful combination.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The Tabbouleh salad and Houmous plate were a delightful start to the meal. The freshness of the ingredients in the Tabbouleh salad, including the parsley, tomatoes, and bulgur, created a vibrant and flavorful combination.”May 2023
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Tikka kabab Net +1
“number 1 food in this restaurant really very very tasty.tikka kabab very yummy”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“number 1 food in this restaurant really very very tasty.tikka kabab very yummy”June 2019
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Afghani meat pulao Net 0
Mixed feedback
“I ordered Afghani meat pulao and biryani both dishes were very delicious and fingerlicking”
Positive 1Negative 1
Review excerpts
“I ordered Afghani meat pulao and biryani both dishes were very delicious and fingerlicking”April 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Bill. Review the bill before paying: one diner noticed a 123 AED total and found a handwritten 90 AED amount on the back.
Ask Buffet. If you want the buffet, confirm it is running before visiting; a weekend lunch review found no buffet available.
Use Metro. Saraf DG metro is nearby, while front-side RTA parking was described as limited.
Order Kabuli. For a first order, consider Kabuli pulao with meat; it is one of the clearest recurring dish recommendations in the reviews.
Check Portions. For delivery, confirm the meat portion: one order had rice for two to three people but only one mostly-bone piece of meat.
Try Weekday Buffet. The older buffet listing describes dinner buffet service on weekdays, with kebabs included but no soft drinks or juice.
Plan the visit
Practical details
41st Street and Al Mussalla Road, Bur Dubai, Near Al Fahido Metro Station - Exit 3
Al Souq Al Kabeer - Al Fahidi, Dubai
Common Concerns
High Prices
A reviewer found the restaurant too expensive for regular visits, saying curry and main dishes start above 40 and yoghurt costs 16.
Food Hygiene
One diner reported flies landing on the main dish, salad and yoghurt, followed by no apology or offered solution.
Meat Inconsistency
Reviews include complaints about a smelly lamb BBQ and chicken, contrasting with otherwise positive reports of fresh meat.
Billing Concern
One customer alleged receiving an incorrect 123 AED bill before the waiter presented a handwritten total of 90.
Weak Air-Conditioning
Older reviews say the AC needed improvement, including one diner who specifically said it was the main thing to fix.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
25 AED
Dinner buffet
“Dinner buffet available for 25 AED on weekdays”Google review · June 2018
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The Bottom Line
Al Kabab Al Afghani is a casual Afghan restaurant in Bur Dubai where the strongest reason to visit is the food itself. Reviews repeatedly point to Kabuli pulao with meat, kebabs, Afghan meat pulao, and biryani. The lamb kebab was described as tender, while another diner praised the qabuli pulao, mutton karahi and Afghani tikka.
Portions can be generous, and the restaurant has enough room for tables, majlis-style seating and private sitting areas. Service is often described as polite, quick and attentive, and the setting is simple rather than decorative. Saraf DG metro is close by, though front-side RTA parking is limited.
Older reviews mention a weekday dinner buffet at 25 AED, with several kebabs available but drinks excluded; confirm that the buffet is operating before you go, as one weekend lunch visit found none. Prices are a concern for some diners, with one reviewer saying curry and main dishes were not below 40 and yoghurt cost 16. There are also serious isolated complaints about flies, a smelly meat dish, an incorrect bill and a wrong delivery item.
These sit alongside many positive reports, so check the bill and inspect meat dishes before settling in.