Zarak by Afghan Kitchen

4.8

1277 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Afghan

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Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is an elevated Afghan dining destination with an innovative bar program.
A narrative of hope and humility, passion for the tradition and history of Afghanistan, refined dishes, not straying away from the integrity of mum's recipes.

**Kindly note that we leave lots of tables open for walk-in for brunch service**

We accept online bookings for 1 -6 guests. To book a party larger than 6 guests, please call the restaurant at 604-318-3456 or email hello@zarakvancouver.com

Thank you, and we can't wait to meet you soon.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

2 Jun 2024

19:00

Booked 39 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Afghan, Middle Eastern, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Dinner Wed–Sat 17:00–22:30 Sun 17:00–22:00
Phone number
(604) 318-3456
Website
https://www.zarakvancouver.com/
Dress Code
Smart Casual

Location
2102 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C5
Area
South Main
Cross Street
Main & 5th
Parking Details
Street Parking
Additional
Gender Neutral Restroom, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access

Popular dishes

Bolani, Flatbread, Potato, House SpiceCA$14.00
Afghan Chips, Pakawra, Chutney YogurtCA$14.00
Fried Chicken, Scallion, Cumin, ChutneyCA$15.00
Field Greens, Lablaboo Vinaigrette, Roasted Beets, FetaCA$16.00
Shor Nakood, Chickpea, Potato, Pickled PepperCA$12.00
Hummus, Roasted Red Bell Pepper, PaprikaCA$12.00
Chilled Eggplant, Black Pepper, YogurtCA$15.00
Aush, Tomato Broth, Legume, QrootCA$11.00

Dumplings

Mantu, Spiced Beef, Onion, Chaka, Yellow DalCA$16.00
Aushak, Leek, Scallion, SpinachCA$15.00
Spicy Aushak, Cabbage, Carrot, Bean Sprout, Chilli, LubyaCA$15.00

Zohra's Dastarkhan

Bandejan, Eggplant, Qabuli Palaw, Grilled BreadCA$26.00
Lamb Shank, Kachaloo, SalataCA$34.00
Dahl, Lentil Stew, Pickled ChilliCA$21.00
Spicy Chicken, Gravy, NaanCA$25.00
Lamb Shoulder, Toasted Almond, ChilliCA$37.00
Beef Kofta, Coriander, Qabuli PalawCA$29.00
Sabzi, Spinach, Split PeaCA$22.00
Chicken Kebab, Saffron, Garlic, CuminCA$23.00
Lamb Kebab, Yogurt, Seven SpiceCA$24.00
From the Field, Bandejan, Sabzi, KachalooCA$25.00
To Share - Yak Dou SeyCA$82.00
To Share - Triple KebabCA$68.00

For the Table

NaanCA$4.00
ChutneyCA$3.00
Qabuli PalawCA$9.00
SalataCA$5.00
Cauliflower, Pickled Raisin, Black Tea, RomescoCA$14.00
Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Char MasalaCA$15.00
Lubya, TomatoCA$11.00

Qandustan

Mum's Secret Cake, Tres Leches, Cocoa, Sesaonal FruitCA$13.00
Shir Yakh, Rosewater Gelato, Qaimaq, PistachioCA$12.00
Firni Jar, Milk Pudding, Seasonal JamCA$9.00
Rotating - Vegan Gelato, by Salvatore BoccarossaCA$9.00
Fresh Mango Gelato, by Salvatore BoccarossaCA$9.00

What 1,277 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Vancouver / British Columbia
Great for creative cocktails
Vancouver
Best Service
Vancouver
Innovative
Vancouver
Gluten-free-friendly
Vancouver
Great for creative cocktails

1,277 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We hosted a large party at Zarak and everything was exceptional. The server and staff were incredibly accommodating, the food was delicious and beautifully presented, and the ambiance was perfect for our celebration. Highly recommend.
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KlaraK
Vancouver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food here is fabulous! The staff is fantastic - they are knowledgeable about the food, ingredients, making suggestions on what we might want to try based on everyone’s tastes… you don’t get service like this anymore and it add so much more to the whole dining experience! Did I mention the food is fabulous ;-) ! Amazing! Amazing! Amazing! Can’t wait to go back!
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Alex
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything about this restaurant is absolutely PERFECT! The quality of dishes, service and hospitality is always consistent!
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Zarak is not cheap, so expect that before you go, but the service is always friendly and the staff knowledgable. The food is always excellent, and they have some fantastic cocktails!...especially the brunch cocktails.
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Huyxn97
Vancouver
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very good food and great service. The front patio is a bit noisy with the Main St traffic.
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ChelseaB
Vancouver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a great experience - Hassib? Was incredibly friendly, genuine and passionate providing great service to match the great food :)
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always incredible! We celebrated my birthday here and it was so great! All the food has the most phenomenal flavours and all pair so well together, everyone who works there is so kind and knowledgable and just wants you to have the best dining expereince possible. From the cocktails, mocktails, appies, mains and desserts its all 10/10 ! don't miss your opportunity to go!
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MerikaYP
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 24 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great and really liked that they had non alcoholic drinks that were decently priced and tasted great! Surprisingly hard to find sometimes.
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DanielB
Vancouver
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 May 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food had big, bold flavors. We had fish and potato dumplings, lamb shank, lamb pilau (rice), and fish curry. Textures were odd: fish and potato interior to dumplings was mushy, but otherwise great flavor. Lamb shank on turnip puree also was a strange textural combination which resulted in slow-cooked, tender lamb on mushy vegetable puree. The pickled veg was a great addition, though, which lent the plate acid and crunch. Finally, the lamb shank and fish curry were a bad combination of flavors on the palate. Each dish alone was excellent, though.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 23 May 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a pleasant surprise in all aspects. The decor is well done with Afghan motifs. I love the vests the servers wear, so colourful and cultural. The Belgian beer made specially for them was delicious and very cold and the cocktails colourful and tasty. The food was so tasty and you can taste the exotic spices in them. The dumplings were cook well, not overcooked or tough and the fillings was tasty. Lastly, our server, Gina, was so attentive and informative. Our first time but not our last. Great food, service and ambiance.
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You can order delivery directly from Zarak by Afghan Kitchen using the Order Online button. Zarak by Afghan Kitchen also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 318-3456.

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 1277 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

2 Jun 2024

19:00

Booked 39 times today

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2102 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C5

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Main & 5th
Area
South Main
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Dinner Wed–Sat 17:00–22:30 Sun 17:00–22:00
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Afghan, Middle Eastern, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Street Parking
Additional
Gender Neutral Restroom, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access

Website
https://www.zarakvancouver.com/
Phone number
(604) 318-3456

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Lamb Shank Kachaloo Salata

Fried Chicken Pickled Jalapeño

Beef Kebab

Small Plates

Bolani, Flatbread, Potato, House SpiceCA$14.00

Afghan Chips, Pakawra, Chutney YogurtCA$14.00

Fried Chicken, Scallion, Cumin, ChutneyCA$15.00

Field Greens, Lablaboo Vinaigrette, Roasted Beets, FetaCA$16.00

Shor Nakood, Chickpea, Potato, Pickled PepperCA$12.00

Hummus, Roasted Red Bell Pepper, PaprikaCA$12.00

Chilled Eggplant, Black Pepper, YogurtCA$15.00

Aush, Tomato Broth, Legume, QrootCA$11.00

Dumplings

Mantu, Spiced Beef, Onion, Chaka, Yellow DalCA$16.00

Aushak, Leek, Scallion, SpinachCA$15.00

Spicy Aushak, Cabbage, Carrot, Bean Sprout, Chilli, LubyaCA$15.00

Zohra's Dastarkhan

Bandejan, Eggplant, Qabuli Palaw, Grilled BreadCA$26.00

Lamb Shank, Kachaloo, SalataCA$34.00

Dahl, Lentil Stew, Pickled ChilliCA$21.00

Spicy Chicken, Gravy, NaanCA$25.00

Lamb Shoulder, Toasted Almond, ChilliCA$37.00

Beef Kofta, Coriander, Qabuli PalawCA$29.00

Sabzi, Spinach, Split PeaCA$22.00

Chicken Kebab, Saffron, Garlic, CuminCA$23.00

Lamb Kebab, Yogurt, Seven SpiceCA$24.00

From the Field, Bandejan, Sabzi, KachalooCA$25.00

To Share - Yak Dou SeyCA$82.00

To Share - Triple KebabCA$68.00

For the Table

NaanCA$4.00

ChutneyCA$3.00

Qabuli PalawCA$9.00

SalataCA$5.00

Cauliflower, Pickled Raisin, Black Tea, RomescoCA$14.00

Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Char MasalaCA$15.00

Lubya, TomatoCA$11.00

Qandustan

Mum's Secret Cake, Tres Leches, Cocoa, Sesaonal FruitCA$13.00

Shir Yakh, Rosewater Gelato, Qaimaq, PistachioCA$12.00

Firni Jar, Milk Pudding, Seasonal JamCA$9.00

Rotating - Vegan Gelato, by Salvatore BoccarossaCA$9.00

Fresh Mango Gelato, by Salvatore BoccarossaCA$9.00

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