If you are looking for an authentic taste of Afghan and Middle Eastern cuisine in Birmingham, Kabul Darbar on Ladypool Road is definitely a spot worth visiting. From the moment you walk in, the warm hospitality and inviting aroma of freshly grilled meats immediately set the tone for a memorable dining experience.
The food at Kabul Darbar is truly the highlight. Every dish we tried was cooked to perfection and full of flavor. Their famous Afghani kebabs were incredibly juicy, tender, and well-seasoned with a unique blend of spices that gave them a mouthwatering taste. The chicken tikka had a smoky flavor straight from the charcoal grill, paired beautifully with their fresh naan bread, which was soft, fluffy, and served hot from the tandoor.
One of the standout dishes for me was the Kabuli Pulao—fragrant rice topped with lamb, carrots, and raisins. It was a perfect balance of savory and sweet, and you could tell it was made with care and tradition. The mixed grill platter is also a must-try if you want a bit of everything. It came generously portioned with chicken, lamb, and koftas, making it ideal for sharing.
Not only was the food delicious, but the portions were generous and the prices very reasonable, especially considering the quality and taste. You really get value for money here, which makes it an excellent choice for both families and groups of friends.
The service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The staff were happy to recommend dishes and explained the flavors, which made the whole experience feel welcoming and personal. The restaurant itself has a simple yet clean and comfortable atmosphere, making it suitable for casual dining as well as slightly special occasions.
To finish the meal, we tried their chai, which was served piping hot and had a rich, comforting taste—perfect after a hearty meal. They also offer a selection of desserts, and the traditional ones like firni (Afghan rice pudding) add a sweet touch to the end of your visit.
Overall, Kabul Darbar on Ladypool Road is a fantastic spot for anyone who enjoys rich, flavorful, and freshly made Afghan cuisine. The food was delicious from start to finish, the service was excellent, and the atmosphere made us feel right at home. I would highly recommend it to anyone in Birmingham looking for a satisfying meal that combines authentic taste with...
Read moreI have seen their food videos on TikTok and food were looks nice I had one guest came from London so I thought let's give a try and I went their ordered some starters and half kg lamb karhai the guy who took our order I clearly said him what we need and how much in the quantity and spicy even I have orderd in the guy native language Pashto so no chance of miscommunication so once the food arrived was not spicy at all as we ordered and we need to resend again to make it spicy wasted time and finally once we finished eating the bill was given to me was so high for what we ordered I ask the guy on payment counter why the bill so high the guy told me you had 1kg lamb karhai I have told him I never orderd 1kg but he insist me to pay for that I asked for the guy who took my order so we can confirm but he was disappeared and he doesn't know where he went so I didn't any argument with him as I had guest with me so I Paid him and decided not to go again. Rubbish customer services, No Team work and coordination Food was not Nice as well. Advice for owner should look in this matter staff is not serious to build...
Read moreIt was a wonderful day out. We had a lovely dinner in here. Seating facility is okay, not a big place. Overall food was excellent and delicious. We order couple of items like chicken kebab, lamb chops, mutton krrahi and chicken karrahi, raita, salad and big hanging naan was making table beautiful. In a taste kabab was on average, looks dried & doesn't looks fresh. Lamb chops was good in taste, but small in size. If you are chops lover you order large meal. Mutton & chicken Charsi karrahi booth were delicious. Its difficult to say wich one number one. Chicken Charsi karrahi I would say you may not found anywhere else like that rather I do not have anywhere else sofar. Oh, I almost forgot the Kabli polao. It was top of everything. Mutton was very well tendered, Rice were well cooked, carrots and raisins are making them delicious. Economically its quiet expensive. We pay almost £120 for 7...
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