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Afghan Bamyan Kabob

4.61,107 reviews ·Opentil 10 tonight
Service seems to be nonexistent with only one person trying to keep the restaurant clean and serve everyone
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Afghan Bamyan Kabob — one of Lincoln Square's strongest mediterranean spots. Traditional preparation with honest flavors. The staff makes it feel personal. "The kabobs were perfectly cooked, juicy, and full of flavor" — Fazliomer khan [$, patio]

☀️Patio — a Lincoln Square classic in summer.

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5701 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60659
Lincoln Square
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Review photo by Den Pro
Jul 2026

Only $13 for a full, delicious meal: chicken soup, pilaf rice, chicken, and a juicy kefta kebab! Amazing food, generous portions, and unbeatable value. This place is awesome! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! TRY IT !

Den Pro

Den Pro

358 reviews on Google

Review photo by Adi Iriqat
Jun 2026

Loved, loved the food! The dumplings were to die for. The tomato lentil soup bursts with flavor. The kebab was moist and tender.

Adi Iriqat

Adi Iriqat

19 reviews on Google

Review photo by Bahadur Gulmirzoev
Jun 2026

Wooow, what an amazing food they have. That chicken was soo tender and soft. Melts in your mouth. Rice is soo perfectly cooked as well. Tashakkuri ziyod brothers

Bahadur Gulmirzoev

Bahadur Gulmirzoev

34 reviews on Google

Review photo by Lydia Nance
Jun 2026

Went here for lunch recently and it was delicious! We ordered the Afghan mantu, a white fish wrap, and a kabob plate. Service was quick and friendly.

Lydia Nance

Lydia Nance

1 reviews on Google

Review photo by Marti Rosen
Jun 2026

One of the best, most filling meals I’ve ever had for literally $15 (lunch special) ! Came with delicious chickpea soup! I got chicken kabob over rice with a bunch of sides. Super flavorful& juicy. Will absolutely be back. Plus great service

Marti Rosen

Marti Rosen

30 reviews on Google

Review photo by adila arezo
May 2026

I just ordered Ashak. It just tasted so much like Kabuli homemade Ashak. Thanks for making a really good one.

adila arezo

adila arezo

7 reviews on Google

Review photo by Abdullah Malikzai
May 2026

Serves: perfect and fast Food : tasty and fresh

Abdullah Malikzai

Abdullah Malikzai

1 reviews on Google

Review photo by Uzair Khan
May 2026

Food was delicious.. and great service as well must try onces in life…

Uzair Khan

Uzair Khan

2 reviews on Google

Review photo by Zaid Zia
Jan 2026

Might be one of the best Palau I have had in a while

Zaid Zia

Zaid Zia

66 reviews on Google

Review photo by Pei Kuo
Jan 2026

This restaurant is my introduction to Afghan cuisine and I’m delighted 😋 Kabuli Palaw and Afghan ashaika are so yummy! Don’t forget the sauces, they compliment the palaw. I also tried the beef qorma and bolani, which are great as well!

Pei Kuo

Pei Kuo

9 reviews on Google

Review photo by Musa Zadran
Dec 2025

Finally some real food in chicago! Food was fresh, cooked to perfection and delicious. Service was amazing. From now on it will be my favorite spot in Chicago. Enjoyed every bite of it.

Musa Zadran

Musa Zadran

10 reviews on Google

Review photo by Umair Tariq
Dec 2025

Quick service, great tasting food, and friendly staff

Umair Tariq

Umair Tariq

13 reviews on Google

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