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Evanston · Mediterranean

Kabul House Restaurant

4.42,422 reviews ·Opentil 9 tonight
I did a private dinner for my family and friends here and the service was amazing and the staff was very helpful and friendly
Hanan AbdulkareemHanan Abdulkareem · 175 Google reviews
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Kabul House Restaurant — dependable mediterranean in Evanston. Straight from the source, no adjustments. The welcome here is real, and good value. Rufaida: "The lamb chops were cooked to perfection—tender, juicy, and well-seasoned" [patio]

☀️Patio — a Evanston classic in summer.

What 2,422 diners keep saying

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2424 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60202
Evanston
Today11AM-9PM
Sun11AM-8PM
Mon–Thu11AM-9PM
Fri–Sat11AM-10PM
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Review photo by Den Pro
Jul 2026

Only $20 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!

Den Pro

Den Pro

358 reviews on Google

Review photo by Mandy Mandy
Jul 2026

Take away and very Delicious, chicken, rice, sauces everything are flavorful here.

Mandy Mandy

Mandy Mandy

177 reviews on Google

Review photo by Zaghum Khawaja
Jun 2026

First things first, the place was nice, clean, and had amazing customer service. Luel was a great server and made our experience even better. We ordered a couple of items from the menu, and everything was flavorful and delicious. The filet mignon was cooked to perfection. I’ll definitely be coming back and highly recommend this place!

Zaghum Khawaja

Zaghum Khawaja

65 reviews on Google

Review photo by W H
Jun 2026

Random dinner selection and it was delicious. Friendly staff, quick service.

W H

W H

42 reviews on Google

Review photo by July B
Jun 2026

Kabul House Restaurant exceeded my expectations. The food was savory, juicy, and full of authentic flavor. Everything was prepared exactly as requested, which I greatly appreciated. The staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and accommodating throughout the entire visit. It's clear they take pride in both their food and customer service. If you're looking for a delicious meal and a welcoming atmosphere, I recommend trying Kabul House Restaurant.

July B

July B

248 reviews on Google

Review photo by Anas Al-Yamoni
Feb 2026

Stop super friendly food was great

Anas Al-Yamoni

Anas Al-Yamoni

75 reviews on Google

Review photo by Aaron Dodson
Feb 2026

This was a nice experience for me and my friend. They out a ton of energy into their product and how they present themselves. They had a wide variety of menu items to select from and all with reasonable prices. If you're looking for a lunch special, that's only Monday-Friday.

Aaron Dodson

Aaron Dodson

66 reviews on Google

Review photo by Roman Mamedow
Jan 2026

Went to Kabul House in Evanston with some friends and it was honestly a really good experience. The place has a chill, cozy vibe — nothing fancy, just comfortable and welcoming. You walk in and it already feels like a spot people come back to regularly. The food was the highlight. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful, and the portions were solid. The kabobs were juicy, the rice was perfectly cooked, and nothing felt dry or bland. You can tell the food is made with care, not rushed. Even people in our group who are usually picky were happy with what they ordered. Service was easygoing and friendly. Nobody rushed us, and everyone was polite and helpful without being over the top. It made the whole experience feel relaxed. Overall, it’s a great place if you want something different from the usual takeout or chain restaurants. Good food, good vibe, and a spot I’d definitely come back to. If you’re in Evanston and want to try Afghan food, this place is worth checking out.

Roman Mamedow

Roman Mamedow

54 reviews on Google

Review photo by Lana
Jan 2026

We chose this restaurant because we wanted to try something new and we didn't regret it. I'm an excellent cook, so I'm very picky about food and generally very picky. And I rarely like food outside of home. But this time, 10/10. We will defiantly return back 🙏🏻

Lana

Lana

3 reviews on Google

Review photo by Kaitlyn Claire Manlongat
Jan 2026

First time dining at Kabul house and my family and I had nothing but phenomenal things to say, we loved all the food we ate. The service was also great. We will be back, thank you!!!

Kaitlyn Claire Manlongat

Kaitlyn Claire Manlongat

4 reviews on Google

Review photo by J Smith
Jan 2026

Good afghani food.

J Smith

J Smith

61 reviews on Google

Review photo by Maha Kami
Jan 2026

Food was exceptional, great ambiance, and wonderful service.

Maha Kami

Maha Kami

26 reviews on Google

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