Afghan Kebab House
Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Afghan Kebab House is a straightforward Upper East Side lunch spot serving grilled meats, rice platters, and Afghan staples without pretense. Open daily 1–10 PM on a walk-in basis, it's best for weekday afternoons when the small space stays manageable. Skip it for special occasions; book it when you need reliable, affordable food near Museum Mile.
About Afghan Kebab House
Afghan Kebab House is a New York City venue with daily hours from 1 to 10 PM and a casual dress code.
What the Room and Menu Deliver
Pearl does not have information about the room, seating layout, menu items, cuisine details, portion sizes, or beverage program at Afghan Kebab House. The safest confirmed guidance is practical: the venue is in New York City, the dress code is casual, and the hours are 1 to 10 PM every day. For dining research, you may also compare options such as Xi'an Famous Foods 西安名吃 | Upper East Side 78th&2nd, 2nd Ave Deli, Inès, Momokawa, and NR - Cocktails & Ramen, while checking each venue directly for current details.
When to Go and What to Expect
Afghan Kebab House lists the same hours every day: Monday through Sunday, 1 to 10 PM. Pearl does not have information about peak times, wait times, reservations, takeout, delivery, accessibility, payment methods, or service style. If you are pairing a visit with cocktail bars in New York City, confirm timing and availability directly before you go.
Reservations:Timing: Open daily from 1 to 10 PM. Dress: Casual. Location: New York City. Transport: For visitors comparing other New York City options, Momokawa, Inès, 2nd Ave Deli, NR - Cocktails & Ramen, and Xi'an Famous Foods 西安名吃 | Upper East Side 78th&2nd are additional venues to research directly.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 1–10 PM · Tuesday: 1–10 PM
- Location
- 1448 1st Ave, New York, NY 10021
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- afghankebabhouse2.com
- Phone
- +12125172776
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Afghan Kebab House reads like a straightforward neighborhood grill: a modestly appointed dining room anchored by regulars rather than foodie traffic. The tone is unpretentious and steady: the sort of place that remains part of everyday life on First Avenue. Culinary focus is deliberate and elemental: charcoal-grilled kebabs, simple seasonings and the interplay of rice, flatbread and dried fruits that define Afghan cooking. Rather than spectacle, the restaurant offers reliable technique and familiar comforts, so the atmosphere feels familial and relaxed, with most of the personality delivered through the food rather than décor.
Best For
This is a practical neighborhood choice for everyday meals and relaxed dinners. A steady local clientele suits solo lunches, quick weeknight dinners and family or small-group meals where familiarity and dependability matter. Afghan Kebab House feeds neighbors and regulars as an immigrant-run kitchen. If you want a straightforward, charcoal-grilled kebab and a supportive neighborhood vibe, this is the kind of spot you return to repeatedly.
Ordering Tips
Focus your order on the grilled specialties and rice dishes. Try a lamb kofta or the combo kebab to sample the charcoal-grill technique. The Kabuli Palau (rice with dried fruits) and the lamb with almonds and raisins are mentioned as signature accompaniments that showcase the cuisine's sweet-savory balance. Eggplant borani offers a vegetable contrast. Plan to share plates family-style or order a combo to get a representative spread of the menu.
Venue details
Ambiance
Intimate, cave-like setting with authentic decor; cozy and comfortable interior that feels like a local hideaway with warm hospitality.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Family style
- Drinks Focus
- Tea
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Halal, Pescatarian friendly
Signature Dishes
- Lamb Kofta Kebab
- Combo Kebab
- Kabuli Palau
- Eggplant Borani
- Lamb with Almonds and Raisins
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1448 1st Ave, New York, NY 10021
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 1–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 1–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 1–10 PM
- Thursday
- 1–10 PM
- Friday
- 1–10 PM
- Saturday
- 1–10 PM
- Sunday
- 1–10 PM
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- 2nd Ave Deli, Notable alternative
- Momokawa, Notable alternative
- Inès, Notable alternative
- NR - Cocktails & Ramen, Cocktail Bar, Cocktail Bar
- Xi'an Famous Foods 西安名吃 | Upper East Side 78th&2nd, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Afghan Kebab House occupies the low-key end of Upper East Side dining, where 2nd Ave Deli commands higher prices and longer waits for deli classics, and Inès caters to the wine-and-small-plates crowd with reservations booked weeks ahead. Afghan Kebab House asks for none of that, walk in, order kebabs, pay less, and leave within an hour. Xi'an Famous Foods offers the closest comparison in format and price tier, swapping Afghan flavors for hand-pulled noodles and cumin lamb.
For casual neighborhood eating, Afghan Kebab House and Xi'an Famous Foods both deliver value without requiring planning. Momokawa sits at a different price point, expect higher checks and a reservation system, while NR - Cocktails & Ramen serves ramen and cocktails in a bar setting with evening-focused hours. If you need a quick, affordable meal between museum stops or hotel check-ins, Afghan Kebab House and Xi'an Famous Foods compete directly; for a sit-down dinner with wine, Inès or Momokawa make more sense.
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| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afghan Kebab House | New York City | No published awards | |
| 2nd Ave Deli | New York City | No published awards | |
| Momokawa | New York City | No published awards | |
| Inès | New York City | No published awards | |
| NR - Cocktails & Ramen | New York City | Cocktail Bar | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 OAD Casual in North America |
| Xi'an Famous Foods 西安名吃 | Upper East Side 78th&2nd | New York City | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Afghan Kebab House?
basics are limited: Afghan Kebab House is in New York City, lists daily hours from 1 to 10 PM, and has a casual dress code.
What is Afghan Kebab House known for?
Pearl does not have recognition, menu, or specialty details for Afghan Kebab House. Afghan Kebab House is a New York City venue open daily from 1 to 10 PM with casual dress.
