Afghan House — Restaurant in Rogers Park Township

My wife and I recently visited for dinner, and overall, it was a mixed, but promising experience.

We ordered the Qabili Palaw, Chicken Koobideh, and Chapli Kabob. The lamb shank in the Qabili Palaw was tender and flavorful—definitely the highlight of the meal. However, the rice that came with it was a bit underwhelming and lacked the rich flavor you'd expect from this iconic Afghan dish.

The Chicken Koobideh was decent—nicely spiced and grilled well. On the other hand, the Chapli Kabob was a bit of a letdown for us. It came out dry and a little burnt, which overpowered the usual bold, herby flavor Chapli is known for.

One of the real standouts was their Afghan bread—fresh, warm, and perfect with everything we ordered.

What really made the night special, though, was the service. The young man working both the front and the grill was incredibly polite and attentive. He went out of his way to make us feel welcome and even made sure our daughter was enjoying herself, which we really appreciated.

While not every dish hit the mark, I get the sense there's more to explore here, and I'm looking forward to coming back with friends to try some of their...

I recently had the pleasure of dining at this incredible Afghan house restaurant, and it was an experience to remember. From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed with genuine warmth and hospitality that immediately made me feel at home.

The menu offers a fantastic variety of traditional Afghan dishes, each prepared with care and bursting with flavor. The mantu (Afghan dumplings) were perfectly seasoned and delicate, and the qabuli palaw — fragrant rice with tender lamb and sweet raisins — was absolutely unforgettable. Every dish was beautifully presented and tasted homemade in the best possible way.

The ambiance is cozy and inviting, with traditional décor that adds to the authenticity of the experience. The staff were knowledgeable and happy to share the stories behind the dishes, which added a personal touch to the meal.

Whether you’re familiar with Afghan cuisine or trying it for the first time, this restaurant is a must-visit. Great food, exceptional service, and a truly welcoming atmosphere — I’ll definitely be...

I brought my girlfriend here for her birthday, and we had never eaten in an Afghan restaurant before, so it was an adventure. The staff was more than helpful in explaining menu items to us. As it is newly opened, they were especially generous and welcoming. Lovely Afghan music. The atmosphere is pleasant, but not fancy. There are long tables for family groups, and big windows for good view of street activities. I loved the biryani and the lamb shank was very good. My girlfriend’s chicken dish with biryani rice was very moist and well flavored. The meal came with a small salad. I recommend the green sauce that they served with the meal. They served a soup before the meal, which had chicken and lamb in it and it was very tasty and it was a good sized portion. The custard dessert was delicious and not overly sweet. Oh and did I mention the naan? It is different from theIndian naan. It was soft with Kris outside edges...