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.
Food was excellent. Portions were small but still loved it. The staff were extremely dry & rude. Asked for two tables joined for two people since the whole Restaurant was empty but they denied even though there were only two other customers besides me. Food was great but the staff ruined the experience. Price is high in my opinion compared to the food portions.
Mar 21, 2026
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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 !
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.
My new favourite restaurant. I was kinda afraid because there's not a lot of vegetarian options, but I had the table d'hôte with the house soup & vegetarian combo, & it was amazing! the most delicious experience I've had in a restaurant in years. Will definitely come again!!
Oct 10, 2025
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Went here with my classmate. OMG it was really good dinner. We sat on the terasse but our food was still piping hot. Everything was delicious. The rice was so flavorul, the salad was savoury & the chicken. Oh mon dieu the chicken was incredible. It was falling off the bone & the pasta sauce didn't taste tomato-y. Everything went so well. I will definitely be coming back & recommending. The servers were very fast & friendly as well. The table beside us was rather noisey but beside that. Best dinner I've had in MTL since I've moved & the Price was so worth it.
I had the opportunity to dine at this fine establishment today & was pleasantly surprised. Firstly, very warm & welcoming. We were offered a choice of seating, indoor or outdoor terrace, we chose the latter. Small tables set in an enclosed back patio, created a cozy, relaxed setting. We were seated immediately & just as promptly, a server was at our table. Not a huge variety of choices on the menu, but interesting offers. We made our selections & were served each course wirh accuracy & basically no wait time by a very efficient & courteous server.
Everything was delicious. Another visit is anticipated in the near future.
Première expérience pour la cuisine afghane. Le décors & la musique du restaurant nous font voyager. Les plats sont très bons, ça vaut la peine de prendre la table d'hôte! Le staff est très gentil & amical. 😁
This is hands down one of my favorite restaurants in Montreal. Wow, just amazing food. For the entrée we got the leek stuffed pasta, & it was amazing. For the main we got the quail, it was juicy & deliciously seasoned to perfection (apparently the spice mix is a secret that the chef keeps to himself!). We also got the lamb shank, it was so amazingly tender, falling off the bone. I've never eaten such delicious meat in my life. Just wow. The rose pudding felt like a soft cloud inside my mouth, aromatic with notes of pistachios & cardamon, perfect to finish the meal. I recommend going there when you're hungry, because the portions are quite big. The table d'hôte is quite worth it. Our waiter was very nice & fast. Overall an amazing experience. 10/10 highly reccomend.
Jul 10, 2025
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Delicious traditional afghan food & very cool atmosphere. Maybe I'm biased because I'm half afghan, but I loved it! The lamb shank withe the kabuli palaw was so tender. I recommend get one of the table d'hote options for someone with a big appetite & wants to try the soup, maybe an appetizer, & desser with tea or coffee. Very cute patio
It was our first time in an afghani restaurant. The food was amazing from starters to the dessert. Service was fast & efficient. This restaurant has an amazing decor which makes you feel just like if you were having your meal in Afghanistan.
Also the table d'hôte are very much worth the price!!
100% would recommend.
The table d'hôte is incredible value! Wonderful service! Beautiful food, such rich & deep sauces. The dessert & tea to cap it off was magnificent. Will be going back!
Jan 7, 2025
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Pour une première fois à manger de la bouffe afghane au restaurant, c'était une très belle expérience. Étant marocain, plusieurs similarité dans les mixes d'épices donc j'ai beaucoup aimé. Certaines aliments ont une texture particulière, donc ça fait nouveau, mais pas toujours pour tout le monde. Les portions sont généreuse pour le prix & une table d'hôte tourne autour des 40$. Je recommande!
Excellent rapport qualité prix. La table d'hôte vaut la peine. La petite terrasse à l'arrière est bien agréable l'été. En plus, c'est apportez votre vin !
Amazing afghani food & beautiful restaurant! It's like entering another world. They have so many amazing dishes & their table d'hote options is amazing. I chose the mashaba soup, mantou, & kabuli palaw. It also came with bread & dipping sauce, tea (or coffee) & the pistachios rose pudding. It was a feast. We were really full after & everything was delicious. The service was amazing as well. We really enjoyed it!
I have no bad things to say about this restaurant. The ambience was super cozy & I felt very welcome. Their value for the table d'hôte is incredible if you want to sample many dishes. Everything we ordered was so so flavourful & well spiced. The lamb was incredibly tender. I highly recommend the ashak dumplings & the pumpkin appetizer. This restaurant is well worth the visit.
Stumbled across this place while exploring the neighborhood on a visit to Montreal, & went in because we had never tried Afghan cuisine. Lucky for us they had 1 unreserved table. My wife & I each had a different lamb shank dish, & the lentil soup. From the flatbread they brought to the table, to the soup & the entrees, everything was exquisite. Khyber Pass was a definite highlight of out trip to Montreal. If we go back to the city, this restaurant will definitely be on the itinerary.
