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.
First time trying Afghan restaurant & the meals we had were absolutely delicious!
The service was amazing & the atmosphere was authentic from the decor, to the music & even the temperature.
100% recommend the combos that include the appetizer, meal & dessert
This was the best restaurant I have ever been too the service was great & the food was perfect & the restaurant looked so nice it gave me great Afghani vibes
May 19, 2025
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We were greeted by the host on entrance & asked if we wanted to sit inside or on the terrace. We were served three sauces, I liked the yogurt one, with some Afghani bite-sized naans. We ordered the 3 course choices that they had. Both of their soups were spot on, & so was the dessert pudding. The dessert was not very sweet, which is how we like it. The tea at the end was the cherry on top. The lamb shank I ordered was decent. The meat was coming off like butter, but it didn't wow me with its taste. We were a bit disappointed by the meatballs. They hardly looked like meatballs but rather two big pucks of meat. The sauce tasted better than the lambshank but was overly tomatoey. The service was outstanding! The waiters were really nice! The atmosphere was fantastic. It took me back to Afghanistan with all the cultural decoration.
Food was really good, friendly staff & cosy ambiance. We ordered Kabuli Palaw, Sabzi Chalaw, Combo Vege, Mantoo plate, Mourg kebab & waiter told us that owner offer us complimentary soups which are very good too! We have a great time & highly recommend dinning at Khyber Pass if you are in Montreal.
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
May 8, 2025
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Un de mes resto préférés à Montréal! J'y suis allé nombreuses fois & je ne suis jamais déçue! La bouffe est délicieuse, les prix sont raisonnables, le service est attentif.
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.
Not only the best Afghan food I've ever had, but probably one of the best MEALS I've ever had in my life. Everything down to the last kernel of rice was aromatic, delectably spiced, & tender. I previously had a favorite lentil soup at another place, but Khyber Pass has dethroned that other lentil soup. The rose pudding was creamy & comforting.
The service was rapid & impeccable.
This is definitely a restaurant/cuisine for you if you appreciate cardamom.
I will say that the menu is mostly focused on meat dishes, however, I actually did an entirely vegetarian spread when I went, & it was scrumptious. I was also pleasantly surprised by the post-dinner tea. I am very much a snob about tea, so often expect to be disappointed by something served in a restaurant, but it was really nice & smooth.
Apr 23, 2025
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After an 8-hour journey, all I needed was a good meal that felt like home. I searched for an Afghan restaurant in Montreal & ended up at Khyber Pass - & honestly, it was the best decision I made that day.
No waiting... The staff was super welcoming & kind, which already set the vibe right. Then came the food… & it blew me away. The flavors were so authentic, it genuinely felt like I was back home for a moment. I had been craving that exact taste for so long, & nowhere else hit the mark like this place did.
Everything - from the atmosphere to the service to the food - was simply amazing. Highly, highly recommend it if you're looking for a real Afghan food experience in Montreal.
Apr 16, 2025
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Hospitable service...
Lovely atmosphere...
& most relevant, the food was spectacular.... all of the dishes we ordered were superb... perhaps one of the best lentil soups I have had...
