The restaurant Khyber Pass proposes to you an unforgettable trip in Afghanistan. Typically decorated, this restaurant offers plentiful scented and aromatized traditional meals to you. The cook, a true Afghan mom, makes sure that the whole is never spiced too much! Dessert Entries, you will learn many things on the culture of Afghanistan because the waiters are in majority of Afghan origin. Even if Lamb is the specialty, the diversified menu has something to please you all.
Come and discover a different cuisine which will surely charm you and let you be transported in a country which only waits to be discovered for its richness!
Reviews describe Khyber Pass as a warm, authentic Afghan dining experience with inviting decor, a relaxed atmosphere, and a terrace that shines in good weather. The food is consistently praised for rich, balanced flavors, generous portions, and staples like Kabuli Palaw, mantoo, and other traditional dishes that showcase Afghan cooking, with the BYOB policy adding value. The service is repeatedly highlighted as friendly, attentive, and efficient, and the setting blends rustic charm with cultural touches that feel transportive, especially on the garden terrace. Diners note reasonable prices for the large portions and the memorable ambiance that makes the experience feel special, often leading to plans to return to explore more of the menu. Overall, Khyber Pass stands out for authentic food, welcoming service, and a cozy atmosphere that makes it a go-to choice in the city.
I went for dinner with a few friends & the experience was amazing. The service was great & the food was delicious.
I got the Table D'Hote #1 with the lentil soup, Ashak (leek dumplings), & kabuli palaw. The soup tasted like traditional dal, very nice. The Ashak was amazing, basically dumplings with a different flavor. The Kabuli Palaw was truly the star! The rice was soft, the lamb was melting off the bone.
The staff was really nice, very attentive but not hovering. You could really take your time sitting there, eating food, & enjoying conversations. Highly recommend!
Quelle belle découverte ! On se sent vraiment en voyage le temps d'un repas. Leur table d'hôte est vraiment géniale. Nous avions un beau 4 services pour 45$ avec la table d'hôte #1. Les soupes sont réconfortantes, les entrées de borani & de mantoo nous font découvrir des saveurs que nous avons pas goûté ailleurs & que dire des plats. Le kabuli avec le jarret d'agneau & le riz avec les raisins secs est un coup de coeur. Le kofta est excellent également. Le petit dessert léger termine le repas sur une excellente note.
Fantastic dining experience from start to finish ! It was our first time, but won't be our last. This BYOW Afghan resto had ambiance & amazing food at reasonable prices, & great service.
We had the table d'hote #2 to try as much as possible. Started with a delicious lentil soup, followed by a massive Kabuli Palaw (roasted fork-tender lamb shank) accompanied by a huge plate of savory brown basmati rice, flavoured with afghan spices, raisins & carrot juliennes. Absolute amazing !
Other lamb dishes sampled were the Sabzi Chalaw (with spinach) & Korma Chalaw (tomato based), all equally delicious. Reservations are recommended, although we didn't have to wait at all, & it was Valentine's Day !
A very good place with absolutely delicious food. We have visited Khyber Pass several times already, & every single time everything was excellent - great taste, good quality, & nice atmosphere.
Highly recommended! 👍
Jan 1, 2026
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Je suis venu a ce restaurant le 19 décembre afin d'essayer la cuisine Afghane pour la première fois, le monsieur qui m'a servie Mobin avais une attitude très positive & nous a conseillé de très bon plats. On est sortit avec le ventre plein & la meilleure expérience en restauration. Merci aux serveurs & aux cuisiniers 👏.
Loved the food & the interior. Gives a very rustic feeling. We got the Kabuli Palaw as well as the Korma Chalaw. Both were very flavour infused & had a rich spicy undertone to it. Portions were huge. Loved the food as well as the service!
Service déplorable. Nous avions réservé par téléphone & la réservation avait été confirmée. Pourtant, à notre arrivée, notre table n'était pas prête. Nous avons dû attendre dehors sous la pluie & le froid, alors que d'autres clients, avec ou sans réservation, ont pu obtenir une table sans problème. Déçue, j'avais emmené mes amis pour une soirée d'Halloween & j'avais honte de représenter ce restaurant. La soupe était froide & le jarret d'agneau très dur & rassis.
We had the filet mignon brochette plate, perfectly cooked, tender, & full of flavor. The spices were spot on, & the portions were generous.
It's bring your own wine, so we showed up with a proper Poli Limoncello which made the night even better. The staff was warm, the vibe was relaxed, & everything felt authentic & welcoming.
An amazing night overall, highly recommend for anyone looking to enjoy great Afghan food with friends!
The restaurant was very busy, & cramped. It was difficult to navigate with a stroller & child. The food was okay & very overpriced. The service was ok & it took a long time to get the food. The server didn't check on us, we had to call him anytime something was needed.
The Khyber Pass is a great experience & highly recommended! There are two set menus that are a great value & allow you to sample across the menu. The soups as starters are recommended as salad comes with main plates. Every dish we tried was excellent: freshly made, good ingredients & cooked to perfection. The service was attentive & professional. There is great outdoor garden seating & a nice indoor area as well. I would love to go back & sample everything on the menu. Be sure to take your own wine & they are happy to serve it to you. This is the best restaurant experience I have had in a long time.
Note that currently for Friday & Saturdays there are two dinner seatings a 5 pm & 7:30 pm. The restaurant opens at 5 pm so call & leave your name & they will get back to you to confirm. Luckily there was space on the day we went, but be prepared if you only try to reserve on short notice.
