Zeenat Afghan Restaurant

Amazing little Afghan restaurant. When I arrived I was saddened to hear they are closing on the 12th Aug and have not yet found a new premises. It felt very serendipitous to visit them just before this. I’ll be keeping an eye out for when they reopen. So because of the impending closure the menu was more limited however they still had Kabuli Pulao (Lamb shank & rice) and Aushak (Leek dumpling) which is what I had in mind to order anyhow. They also brought out complementary Aush soup, bread & salad. To say the portions was super generous is an understatement, but I had exercised a lot beforehand climbing so was able to eat it all. All of the food was really delicious, some of the best Afghan food I’ve had. The Doogh drink I ordered was also nicely tart and cooling. The chef was friendly and welcoming, it really felt like being cooked for in someone’s own home. Quick note if you plan to visit give them a quick call to check opening times as they were opened at 1:30pm but it was listed as 12:00. I hope they reopen in a new venue soon, I will gladly visit again as it’s the chefs magic that makes this place special.

Went here today roughly around half 1 ish I believe;3. Maybe later than that, sorry I'm the girl with the massive sunglasses- just want you to remember me so you understand my appreciation for your services. The lovely man gave me dhaal to put on my Kabul pilau, that mantu was definitely not just a 1 portion; he gave me clearly a very large portion which was extremely kind as well as extra soup and afghan naan pieces and even salad on the side. May God bless you. Made my absolute day. I now finally have a favourite Afghan spot. Please always keep up your humbleness as certain people truly consider excellent customer service. I look forward to visiting you again soon, Ayse Ghorbani 🌹

Found this place on Google, as was looking for a Afghan restaurant in North west London. When we got there it was quiet, a family run business. Nothing fancy to look at, but the food certainly makes up for it. Got a set. Menu for 4-5 people for £49. Lots of food and very filling, would definitely recommend. This is substance over style, not one of those Instagram places that are over priced with average food.

Initial impression upon entry to the restaurant at 8:45pm on a Thursday night was rather negative. We ordered a special set menu for 2-3 people and we were 2 adults and a 12y old and a 2y old. The food took about 40 mins to start arriving and then the table got quickly filled up so many unexpected dishes from Maicha Qabuli Pilao with lamb shank, a plate of maantoo, 3 soups, a platter of mixed BBQ grill (lamb cubes, chicken cubes, chello lamb and even fish). We sure were very hungry by this time and were quickly impressed with the quality of the food. The kebabs were well seasoned and moist. The Qabuli Pilao was I'd say 3/5 - because it was a little under seasoned, but the lamb shank was a generous portion and so was the rice. We ate to our full and it's definitely a place to go for a regular meal but not a place your take someone for a gastronomic adventure as the peaks and troughs of the flavour spectrum are rather uniform. I'm giving it a 4 star because the owners really do try hard, and the food is very very good value for money. Improvements: focus on bringing out the distinct flavours of each dish.