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Shish Kebab House of Afghanistan
Categories: Restaurants Afghan Nightlife Bars Hookah Bars Afghan, Hookah Bars [Edit]
36 LaSalle RdWest Hartford, CT 06107
(860) 231-8400
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 11 am - 10 pm
Fri-Sat 11 am - 11 pm
Sun 2 pm - 9 pm
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Music:
- Live
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Thu, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- Yes
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
32 reviews for Shish Kebab House of Afghanistan
Review Highlights
"My husband had the Kabeli Palow with lamb and potato as his..."
(in 4 reviews)
"...of the sides - I like the spinach rice and some variety of..."
(in 5 reviews)
"...of heaven in pieces of spiced lamb strewn across my plate."
(in 12 reviews)
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32 reviews in English
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Review from Dennis U.
9/19/2011
I've been walking past this place for years and never gave it a try. Well last weekend I was in West Hartford about lunch time and said what the heck its worth a try.
I was almost put of by the lack of any observable clientele. Up to the bar on the second floor.... still no one. Finally up to the third floor and eureka!
Never having had Afghan food so this was sort of flying blind although there are a lot of similarities in Central Asian and Mideast foods, Shish Kebab....
The menu has a lot of dishes to try in the appetizer and side dishes yet alone in the entrees. One can graze by ordering a bunch of any of those. We started with an order of ashak, a ravioli like dish, great. I moved on to a Kabul burger. A huge patty of beef infused with shallots served on a pita with lettuce and tomato. It was accompanied with possibly the best fries in the state of Connecticut if not the east coast. Freshly cut, fried perfectly and dusted with lemon pepper. These alone are worth the trip.
MK had the chicken salad A fresh salad with a mountain of grilled chicken. We also got a side of the yogurt with cucumbers which went well on my burger as well as the salad.
I think this place is great and won't walk past it in the future.While we there there were a number of families with under five year olds having lunch as well so its definitely kid friendly at lunch time. -
Review from Gloria B.
West Hartford, CT
Updated - 1/17/2012
Dear Shish Kebab House - do you import young men to act rudely to your customers, or is this what your customer base has evolved into? How I longed to share some Afghani cuisine with my boyfriend, but the young dudes hanging over the balcony making catcalls just turned my stomach. Even though I longed to see my boyfriend kick some pathetic loser butt, you had no seats open at the upstairs bar. A pity. We left, and found somewhere else to eat, though it was much less entertaining.
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1/19/2010
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Review from Rolf L.
Hartford, CT
1/15/2012 1 Check-in Here
An interesting building with many rooms and hallways. Went up to the top level with a few people and shared a couple of hookahs. Friendly knowledgeable staff and a low lit, laid back, fun atmosphere. Would definitely go back for hanging out and can't wait to try them for dinner!
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Review from Brian W.
South Glastonbury, CT
12/11/2011
I went here once, on a Friday night. Nice atmosphere that is also unique. There is a bar in the front, more private dining toward the back and upstairs, with live music (single person playing instrument). The food was very good, I had a beef shish kebab with spinach and spinach rice. Definitely worth a try if you're in the area.
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Review from Kat C.
West Hartford, CT
1/12/2012
went here last night on the spur of. I've been going here a couple of times now and even went to their restaurant when it was still on franklin ave in hartford. i love love their eggplant with yogurt sauce on top and pumpkin puree. i usually get a lamb dish and spinach rice with the entree but last night i wanted to have their trout again. i was so looking forward to having the trout since i remember it being light, fresh with lemon and spices but sadly they were out of it last night. very disappointed especially we came when there were only three other people having dinner that night (we came around 6 pm) so I was surprised that they were already out. hmm...anyways had the chicken kebab instead and that was good. shared the plate with a friend and it was enough to fill me up. definitely if you also get an appetizer. im definitely still a fan but i hope next time i come, they don't run out of the stuff im looking forward to having. try it!
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Review from J. B.
Poughkeepsie, NY
12/4/2011
This place has well prepared food, although I feel its a bit on the pricey side for relatively cheap ingredients. I don't know of any other place serving Afghany dishes so its a must to try or sample every so often. Hey look at it this way, the real Afghanistan is very dangerous and has no running water so this place offers a pretty good deal letting you sample their food in the comfort of West Hartford. Kebab dishes are great, and the sides that come with them are very tasty. I tried the samosa app and it was really good, and had a spicy dipping sauce that was unique. 4 stars for food, service, ambiance...-1 star for a bit overprice.
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Review from Sanh A.
6/14/2011 1 Check-in Here
I tried Shish Kebab House for dinner and love the environment. I had a great experience because the decor was stimulating to the eyes and mind. I never had real Afgan food but even if this is the Americanized version I'm not disappointed.
Decor: The space is huge. The furniture is rich wood and there are tons of rugs scattered around. More than anything I felt like I was outside of CT. When you step into this establishment it feels like you're in a new world.
Food:
The bread they had at the table was lovely. I don't know what it was called but it was light and didn't make you feel guilty of eating too much bread.
My boyfriend ordered the combination Shish kebab that comes with a sample of everything (beef, lamb and chicken). For someone who is not familiar with their food, we felt we made the right choice. The meat came out perfect.
I ordered the salmon. I thought it was on the salty side but I did enjoy the meal.
For our sides, we selected the eggplant, pumpkin and spinach. Out of the three the eggplant was the best. It was eggplant with yogurt and a tomato base sauce on top.
We tied both the brown and spinach rice. The brown rice was okay but the spinach rice was a great medley of ingredients. It complimented the dishes well.
Parking:
We were there on a weekday during dinner so we didn't have a hard time finding a metered parking space. I'm sure if it was the weekend it might have taken more effort. -
Review from Martin G.
West Hartford, CT
12/20/2010 1 Check-in Here
The Shish Kebab House is a great restaurant with an excellent bar.
For food, I usually get the lamb kebabs - usually well seasoned and I've never had them dried out. You can't go wrong with most of the sides - I like the spinach rice and some variety of potatoes. Everyone raves about the pumpkin puree, but I find it too sweet. The meal will leave you filled without being overstuffed - which is good, because after dinner it's time to hit the bar.
There's plenty to like at Shish's bar - the atmosphere, the bartenders, and most importantly - the cocktails. They have a large number of fresh ingredients on hand to make pretty much whatever you like. While fruity drinks are popular here, the bartenders know how to pour a good classic cocktail. Hendrick's up with a fresh cucumber garnish - order it. The bar also seems to scale well with your state of mind - casual cocktails over conversation or shots to take it up a notch. -
Review from A H.
Hartford, CT
11/7/2010
Let's get into this, because I paid a fortune to eat here and left with nothing but empty pockets and dashed expectations.
To begin, this is a high end Afghani restaurant in west hartford center that has a location, facade, and price list indicative of a five star restaurant. The truth is the food, service, and decor is reminiscent of a sinking ship that may have once been worth the time and money.
The food is nothing but sub par, pre cooked, tasteless crap that I wouldn't feed to a starving Afghan. I asked our waitress flat out if she recommended the samosas, she flat out said that they were tasteless and shouldn't get them. She recommended another started that came out just as fast as she walked away. This started my suspicion of the pre cooking. Needless to say the starter was bland and overcooked.
The main course also started off on shaky ground. I asked our waitress if she recommended the merguez, she promptly replied that she had no idea what I was talking about. Well I explained, it's the spicey lamb sausage on your menu that even states that it's "merguez". Merguez is one of my favorite things in the world and I was not thrilled when she told me that she had never tried it and nobody had ever returned it.
Well to no amazement, our food arrived in an oddly short amount of time, but was the temperature of something that had sat for a long time. This leads me to believe most of the food is prepared way ahead of time and slapped on the plate upon order.
The food was all sub par. Having lived in the middle east and eaten this type of food all over the world at a fraction of the price, even in paris, I payed my bill and promptly left, noticing that we had odered two courses and partially eaten in under half and hour. The famous sides are also so painfully aweful that I wouldn't admit they serve them in the first place.
I almost forgot the decor. They seemed to have spent more time and money on the two tables that seasonally sit outside the front door than they have on the whole interior. This is the classic bait and switch that you would expect to see somewhere other than west hartford and is very deceptive.
You could easily spend less money and get better food that is cooked to order almost anywhere else. -
Review from Carmina B.
Berkeley, CA
12/8/2010
Perhaps it was because of a Wednesday night, too cold to be out, or perhaps it's just because Hartford isn't a dining out kind of town... This dining room upstairs was empty but the bar downstairs was a different story. Food was excellent, flavorful and substantial. I had the Beef Shammi Kabab with the spinach rice and eggplant as my veggie. The beef kebab was tastefully seasoned right but a bid dry as it was made with extra lean ground beef. I asked for some yogurt and it was worked well. The eggplant was real good and presentation was lovely with the spice and yogurt mixed on top. My husband had the Kabeli Palow with lamb and potato as his veggie. The dish was well made but would pick another vegetable dish as the potato was boring. We skipped dessert as we were very satisfied.
Nice ambiance, dimly lit dining area and private. Good service. Worth trying if you're in W. Hartford! -
Review from Eric M.
Denver, CO
5/19/2010
Again, a work dinner (trend here?)...
So, I was about to walk into a burger place in West Hartford, when I decided to consult Yelp to see if there were any better options.
Kebab? Surrrrrrrrrrre, I'll do kebab.
This place is just outstanding. Great atmosphere (the upstairs is definitely the place to go, though the bar itself was pretty cool too (but deserted when we went), the food was really tasty (mantoo app, chicken kebab and pumpkin puree), and they even have a good wine selection.
And, just out of curiousity I asked about the low table? Apparently the thing never gets used. The server's comment was that it might as well have "cobwebs" on it, and that nobody ever wants to sit there. So, I'm not calling anybody out, but I specifically asked about it, and that's what I was told. So, judge for yourself.
Overall, a very satisfying experience, both the quality of food and service, as well as the overall cultural experience. Well done, Shish Kebab House. We'll definitely be back... next time with a bigger crowd! -
Review from Mike L.
Updated - 5/18/2011
Went back for drinks with some friends, but didn't eat. The scene becomes significantly more trendy as it gets later. The "family run" service atmosphere is gone, replaced by polished and professional bartenders and servers. Lots of hip people looking for a place to hang where you can actually hear the other person talking. Overall a nice alternative to other overcrowded and way too loud bars in the area.
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Review from Brian s.
Sanford, FL
1/19/2009 1 photo
A great restaurant in an unusual location, sort of tucked away from the road. The inside is rather unusual with different levels and little separate areas and booths. Gives it a exotic feel. The staff was very friendly and since we were not very acquainted with Afghan food, patiently explained the different dishes and opinions.
The food itself was fantastic. I have to admit I don't have much to compare it to because I have only been to a couple of other Afghan places, but everything we ordered was wonderful. The pumpkin curry was sweet and tangy but not overwhelming, and my friend loved her lamb kebab. The menu has all sorts different and wonderful items, unusual and different without being too strange. Many of the sauces and yogurts are absolutely unique taste sensations.
I have been here several times and enjoy coming with different friends to introduce them to this wonderful food. -
Review from Anthony P.
West Hartford, CT
6/20/2011
The food was great. The drinks were great. The atmosphere was cozy and comfortable. It was pricey for me. But, I will be back to this place, definitely!
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Review from Nicolette H.
West Hartford, CT
9/4/2010
Since moving to West Hartford I have heard from all types, friends, coworkers & strangers how great this place is. I was able to finally give it a go & was truly impressed for many reasons.
First the service was excellent. As an avid eater outer service is HUGE to me. Second the restaurant is dedicated to clean healthful food. (I will stop numbering now)... I adored the traditional bread that came while we waited for our salad which was ENORMOUS thank goodness my dining partners had eaten there & urged that we split it. I am not afraid of a good Kebab but the veggies options looked so good I had the eggplant & the spinach ride. They were fantastic!
Finally, a great wine selection & martini list, this was a very pleasant surprise. I look forward to my next outing here. -
Review from Omar E.
Philadelphia, PA
10/8/2007
No reviews on this place yet? What a shame. Well, out of all the places I've reviewed here so far, this is the first getting five stars.
This excellent eatery was located for many years in the South End, then they made the move to West Hartford Center, presumably a big investment, as it is a very large restaurant now with a beautiful bar, upstairs dining area and patio.
The food is some of the best I've had anywhere and I've dined all over the country from hole-in-the-walls to trendy bistros to upscale restaurants. If you're the kind of person who feels like they might orgasm when they have a really good meal, then be sure to get a secluded table as this one actually might do it. My favorite is the Lamb Kabeli Palow with a side of Pureed Pumpkin, but the Mantoo and Ashak (both kinda a Afghan ravioli) are also superb. The salads and kebabs are great too-- you can't go wrong here.
Besides the food, the ambiance is nice and the service excellent-- professional without being snobby, friendly without being intrusive.
It ain't cheap, but it ain't exactly pricey either (entrees in the $15-20 range). For the quality of the food, atmosphere and service, I feel I'm getting a real bargain everytime I eat there.
Which is why it's such a disappointment and such a sad comment on the state of Hartford's culinary scene that on nights I should be fighting for a table (for example Friday night or Valentine's Day), I have had no trouble getting a table. The last time I was there they had resorted to "Service Industry Night" promotions at the bar to drum up business in order, presumably, to break even on the huge investment they must have made moving to West Hartford.
I strongly encourage people to visit this place soon, before it goes under-- make me the jerk waiting at the bar for a table with his date on a Friday night because it's so damn packed. I can think of nothing more fitting for such a quality establishment. If it were still in the little building in the South End, I'd be happy to have it be a "secret" for the true chowhounds like myself, but I don't wanna see this restaurant's investment in moving to West Hartford be a failure, because it's one of the best places I've ever dined at and want to continue going there. -
Review from Gan M.
Boston, MA
2/16/2008
How do I begin to praise perfection?
The staff is charming. The atmosphere is convincing, classy, and intelligent. The menu is expansive and exciting. The cuisine, flawless. Everything about this place is consistent and reliable - what is good once is guaranteed to be good many times over. Vegan options abound and may I (enthusiastically) recommend the pumpkin puree side dish?
Accolades all around for you at Shish Kebab House! -
Review from Jennifer G.
Austin, TX
6/22/2009
I am really surprised at the reviews that people said they received bad service. I went here with my parents last Friday because there was a long wait at a near by restaurant. We sat outside on the street and our waitress was lovely, her name is Solemio (awesome name huh). She was very attentive and when another server brought my father the wrong beer, she was apologetic.
The food is good and the portions are huge. My favorite thing I ate was the yogurt salad, the dressing is simply perfect! -
Review from Sara S.
Boston, MA
9/28/2008
The food is five star, but the cruddy service and awkward seating pushes the rating down to four stars.
I love Afghan food and have only had it at two other restaurants in Boston and Washington DC. What a nice suprise to find this in West Hartford, of all places! My mom and I started the vegetarian Ashak- six large dumplings filled with scallions and spinach, yellow split peas, mint and a delicious homemade yogurt. All the flavors melded together so perfectly, and the chewy texture of the dumpling combined with the crunch from the yellow split peas was SO good. This appetizer proved that you foods that are healthy can also be incredibly tasty!
As an entree, I got the Chicken Shammi Kebab with Spinach Rice and Pumpkin. The Shammi was ground chicken, then skewered and grilled. I am usually incredibly skeptical of ground meat, but this was all white meat and very high quality. The pumpkin was AWESOME- almost the consistency of mashed potatoes, with perfect spicy and sweetness.
I would undoubtedly come back here if I were in West Hartford. So healthy, tasty, and overall a wonderful experience (with the exception of slow service and a dirty plate). As for it being expensive, I really don't think it is. -
Review from Dennis J.
Alameda, CA
4/3/2008
I have found my little slice of heaven in pieces of spiced lamb strewn across my plate. So fucking tasty. And the rice and goddamn eggplant. So good. I washed this all down with a spicy bottle of Ridge Zinfandel. Service was excellent (probably because we were the only people eating at 8pm; I have no idea why). Nice ambiance inside...70's look outside. Beautiful big luscious bar that made me want to order all forms of exotic drinks.
It's the cat's meow. -
Review from Vanessa L.
Pasadena, CA
10/9/2011
We live nearby this place and the mister had been bugging me to try it, so we decided to enjoy this weekend of awesome weather and went for lunch. One of our friends had dined here 3 times in 1 week, so we had high hopes!
FOOD:
- kebab combination of lamb, chicken, and beef: the lamb (3 pieces) was cooked to a tender medium, and was not overly gamey. The chicken (2 pieces) was what you would expect a chicken kebab to taste like, however, it was slightly dry. The beef kebab (3 pieces) was the least exciting as it was dry and did not have a broad spice profile like other kebabs we've had at other places. The portion size did not justify the $17 price tag, though.
- spinach rice: tasted great, but not memorable
- eggplant: seemed like it was all the rage on Yelp, so my mister got it and enjoyed it. I didn't try it (not a fan), but I must say the presentation was beautiful.
- mantoo: the tender dumplings were well-stuffed with tasty meat, and the skin of the dumplings were the right balance of chewy and tender. The sauce complimented the dish very well.
- table bread: some kind of a whole wheat flat bread that reminded me of a toasted bagel thin - slightly sweet! the outside was lightly toasted and crunchy, but the inside was soft and fluffy. SO DELICIOUS! Eat it while it's still warm, or else it will get soggy.
- we got a "Fish & Chips" entree which was featured as one of the specials - the trout was perfectly fried and tasty. The skin was crispy and the fish was flaky. I was SO excited to eat the fries after having read a review here that it was the best fries in CT - but I was so disappointed to see soggy friends with some kind of cajun-esque spice powder on it. The fries were cut by hand, I think, so I appreciate the fresh potatoes - but the terrible knife work created fries that were nearly flat on one edge and super thick at the other. This resulted in uneven cooking during the frying process, and I found the fries to be pretty terrible. This dish also comes with a forgettable salad.
AMBIANCE:
It's really exotic and decorated very well. I agree with other reviews that you feel like you are transported to another place. Beautiful rugs and decor everywhere! There was a small stage in the upstairs area that may be for live music at night?
SERVICE:
Our server was working alone and was managing about 3 tables. Yet she did not refill our waters, even when coming back to our table to give us the additional bread we had requested.
PARKING:
We parked right outside in one of the meters - lunch for 2 of us took 1 hour, so we we're glad we put in a dollar into the meters.
VALUE:
Aside from the combination kebab place, most of the lunch menu's entree items are about $10 or less, which is great! -
Review from Reid F.
Framingham, MA
3/21/2011
While not a purely traditional Afghani meal, the food we ate at this restaurant was fresh and flavorful. In particular, my wife raved about the eggplant, while I found the Kabeli Palow to be excellent.
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Review from Liz B.
Hartford, CT
2/24/2009
After living in Boston for six year, I am constantly looking for new, ethnic restaurants in the Hartford area. The Shish Kebob House is definitely a gem! I have tried a few different dishes on the menu and have been quite pleased with them all.
To start, diners are served with a wonderful crispy bread, perfectly portioned and seasoned with salt and butter. Main dish portions tend to be on the very large size, which can be remedied by asking for the lunch-size or child-size portion - perfect for one! The beef shammi kebab is moist and wonderfully spiced. The catfish dish is great if you're looking for something on the lighter side, as the earthiness of the fish and the acidity of the tomato sauce blend well without being overwhelmed by butter. They have wonderful vegetarian dishes, as well, such as the ashak. The textural blend of noodles, yogurt sauce, crunchy split peas and mint make it almost impossible to leave any left on the plate.
I have to say, however, that the best thing on the menu may just be the sides. The pumpkin puree is "crazy good," as one of my friends described it. As for the eggplant, it's maybe the best eggplant I've ever had.
The only thing standing in the way of a 5-star rating is the service, which is very hit or miss. -
Review from Kaz H.
San Francisco, CA
6/21/2009
Being from the Bay Area I'm used to really good Afghan food. Maybe that's why I felt this place is really over-rated.
What I liked:
The atmosphere (upstairs) was excellent. The night I went they had live music. It was lively and traditional.
What I thought was ok:
The food! I liked the Chicken Kabab and Qabli Paloa. Everything else was pretty mediocre. The lamb wasn't cooked too well and both our sides (potatoes and eggplant) were below mediocre. I guess I've had a lot of very good authentic Afghan food in Fremont, CA, so maybe I was expecting too much.
What I did not like:
The service... From the minute we walked in, I felt a sense of attitude from the lady behind the bar. They were hesitant to give us a table upstairs, even though there was lots of space. The girl waiting our table would disappear for long periods of time which was kind of annoying. They served us our food without providing plates so we had to wait again for our waiter to appear.
If you plan to go to this place, do get a table upstairs (it's much better than sitting downstairs by the bar!). -
Review from Kimberly B.
West Hartford, CT
7/11/2009
I love the food here.
Last night I had the Lamb Kebob Kabeli Palow and the pumpkin puree side. Rice pudding for dessert.
This is one of the top three places in West Hartford for tasty moderately priced food.
They didn't know what Gluten Free meant that was the only draw back.
Sitting outside watching people go by added to the enjoyment. -
Review from Ryan B.
Old Saybrook, CT
2/9/2011
Definitely an interesting place to eat at. It is a multi-level restaurant with multiple rooms and has an upscale feel to it, at least for dinner. The prices were also upscale, which I didn't totally expect. I eat mainly vegetarian these days, so I ordered the veggie platter with brown rice. In order of quality: the brown rice tops everything, I'm not sure what they did to it but it's texture was absolutely amazing, the eggplant (while simply a thick slice of eggplant) has great flavor and melted in my mouth, the pumpkin was pretty good with interesting spices, and the mushroom were nothing to write home about. A little overpirced, but vegetarian friendly and something different.
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Review from Michele T.
Hartford, CT
6/26/2008
Sorry guys but it met expectations.
The Shish Kebab House specializes in shish kebabs, big surprise there.
I ordered the sauteed lamb, bowlani, and pumpkin puree only to be topped off with the baklava.
The fiance ordered the lamb kebab with brown rice and mushrooms.
The bowlani was wonderful, my simple brain connected this to a quesadilla. The sauce on the side was a yummy citrus blend. The pumpkin puree was served on a plate with some design stamped in it and was exactly what you think pumpkin puree should look like heaped onto a plate with a pattern on top, however, tasty. I liked my sauteed lamb more than the char-grilled lamb while I loved the brown rice but the mushroom side fell flat with me.
The baklava was served very cold and if baklava wasn't difficult enough theirs was even worse, but again one of the more flavorful baklava's I have had.
My impression was, "This is good but... ", or "This was delicious but...."
I was craving a vegetarian dish and they didn't really have one, seriously they do shish kebab with rice and a vegetable side that is it.
Extensive wine list. I drank Root. Awesome interior, and fabulous service. -
Review from Prince P.
Tampa, FL
8/25/2010
This place gets a lot of hype primarily because it's like one of 3 choices in the area that serve this type of food. But having eaten Afghan food, and Afghan fusion in other locations, this place does not do justice to the genre. First off the service is borderline nonexistent at a time when the restaurant was empty. The food seemed diluted and watered down, and in some of the orders the food was actually a bit runny. Those of you that have tried Afghan food in NY, DC and Philly will cry foul after the first bite. Additionally, the food was excessively priced for what we got. In closing, Afghanistan is going through a lot these days, so there is no need for the additional negative propaganda this place is creating about an otherwise terrific genre!!!
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Review from Bloss P.
Arlington, MA
12/10/2007
All the food we had here ROCKED!!! It was so flavorful. The food also looked awesome. The staff was very friendly and polite. We tried the Combination, Chicken Shammi Kebab and Kabali Palow, all are definitely recommended. The side of eggplant was the very best eggplant dish ever!! This place is A++. We had a little bit of a wait till the food came but definitely worth every minute. The chai was also very good. The neighborhood is very quaint for a nice walk around the block. Truly a shame that there is only one other review for the Shish Kebab House.
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Review from KT S.
West Hartford, CT
9/12/2010
This place sold me on Afghan food! The sides of pumpkin purée, eggplant and the rice with carrots/ raisins are all recommended. I had the lamb merguez kebabs, but really all of the kebabs are delicious. I'm so glad we tried this place!
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Review from Linda S.
Cobalt, CT
8/23/2009
I had always liked this restaurant when it was in Hartford, but hadn't checked it out since its move to West Hartford a couple of years ago. I went with a group of 6 people. We ordered the Afghan House Dinner Treat -- a selection of appetizers, shish kebabs, and side dishes for $33/person. This can only be ordered for a minimum of 4 people, but is highly recommended because of the variety. Everything is served family style. I LOVE the pumpkin puree. Next time I go I am going to order an extra serving of this to take home! We ordered the "Dinner Treat" for 5, but really 4 servings would have been plenty to serve the 6 of us.
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Review from Kay S.
New York, NY
3/15/2010
Love this place. A bunch of us ended up going there for a night out and it was great. The service was amazing and the food and hookah was delicious! I enjoyed it very much. The family that owns the business is very sweet and hard working. I know this for a fact because we know the owner. Our waitress was great and even knew what halaal meant when we went and asked about it. They didn't even charge us when one of my klutzy friends broke one of the glasses at the bar. All in all amazing place and will most def be going there again!
