Zarak by Afghan Kitchen

4.8

1541 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Afghan

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2 people

17 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 39 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Neighbourhood gem

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 -7 guests. To book a party larger than 7 guests, please email hello@zarakvancouver.com

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

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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 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(604) 318-3456
Website
https://www.zarakvancouver.com/
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
2102 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C5
Area
Mount Pleasant
Cross Street
Main & 5th
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access

Popular dishes

Bolani, Flatbread, Potato, House SpiceCAD 14.00
Afghan Chips, Pakawra, Chutney YogurtCAD 14.00
Fried Chicken, Scallion, Cumin, ChutneyCAD 15.00
Field Greens, Lablaboo Vinaigrette, Roasted Beets, FetaCAD 16.00
Shor Nakood, Chickpea, Potato, Pickled PepperCAD 12.00
Hummus, Roasted Red Bell Pepper, PaprikaCAD 12.00
Chilled Eggplant, Black Pepper, YogurtCAD 15.00
Aush, Tomato Broth, Legume, QrootCAD 11.00

Dumplings

Mantu, Spiced Beef, Onion, Chaka, Yellow DalCAD 16.00
Aushak, Leek, Scallion, SpinachCAD 15.00
Spicy Aushak, Cabbage, Carrot, Bean Sprout, Chilli, LubyaCAD 15.00

Zohra's Dastarkhan

Bandejan, Eggplant, Qabuli Palaw, Grilled BreadCAD 26.00
Lamb Shank, Kachaloo, SalataCAD 34.00
Dahl, Lentil Stew, Pickled ChilliCAD 21.00
Spicy Chicken, Gravy, NaanCAD 25.00
Lamb Shoulder, Toasted Almond, ChilliCAD 37.00
Beef Kofta, Coriander, Qabuli PalawCAD 29.00
Sabzi, Spinach, Split PeaCAD 22.00
Chicken Kebab, Saffron, Garlic, CuminCAD 23.00
Lamb Kebab, Yogurt, Seven SpiceCAD 24.00
From the Field, Bandejan, Sabzi, KachalooCAD 25.00
To Share - Yak Dou SeyCAD 82.00
To Share - Triple KebabCAD 68.00

For the Table

NaanCAD 4.00
ChutneyCAD 3.00
Qabuli PalawCAD 9.00
SalataCAD 5.00
Cauliflower, Pickled Raisin, Black Tea, RomescoCAD 14.00
Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Char MasalaCAD 15.00
Lubya, TomatoCAD 11.00

Qandustan

Mum's Secret Cake, Tres Leches, Cocoa, Sesaonal FruitCAD 13.00
Shir Yakh, Rosewater Gelato, Qaimaq, PistachioCAD 12.00
Firni Jar, Milk Pudding, Seasonal JamCAD 9.00
Rotating - Vegan Gelato, by Salvatore BoccarossaCAD 9.00
Fresh Mango Gelato, by Salvatore BoccarossaCAD 9.00

What 1,541 people are saying

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Vancouver
Best Service
Vancouver
Great for creative cocktails

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen offers a warm, inviting atmosphere with "fantastic food" and "attentive service." Diners rave about the "unique and delicious" Afghan cuisine, with must-try dishes like lamb shank and mantu dumplings. Although the restaurant is on the pricier side, the quality and experience make it "worth it." Perfect for brunch or special occasions, Zarak's cocktails and ambiance enhance the memorable dining experience.

1,541 Reviews

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Hanif VIP
Vancouver60 reviews
3.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Was a bit disappointed with the brunch, not what I expected from this restaurant. The hash brown portion was huge bit the english muffin for the Benny was a bit tough. Asked for hot sauce and got charged $3 for it..really? Also the wine selection and pours are a bit lacking. My partner had the avocado toast and the bread option was huge and not a good fit. Oh yeah and she found a fly in her drink. They made a new one, but probably should have comped it
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Alyson
Vancouver5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every dish was interesting and delicious and the service was lovely. The negroni was perhaps the best mocktail I've ever had.
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Helen
Vancouver2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What an amazing restaurant! Just love coming here and enjoying the whole experience. The team that looked after us were very authentic, knowledgeable and made our night extra special 🤩 Highly recommend this restaurant
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Jill
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding service, warm and friendly atmosphere and delicious food! What more could you ask for?
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mira
Vancouver2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So happy to have discovered this wonderful place!! Wow the flavours were amazing and I’ll be dreaming about it I’m sure! Can’t wait to go back!
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Matt
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and friendly service. This is our favourite spot in the city when we want to treat ourselves to a nice dinner. Highly recommended.
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Karim
Vancouver3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service. Would highly recommend the fusion brunch. You won't be disappointed.
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Allan VIP
Vancouver14 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Aman was a fabulous waiter. Made the evening great
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Trish
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Zarak’s Afghan kitchen is a beautiful cultural experience with outstanding service. We first encountered this lovely family when they opened their first restaurant in South Surrey and then have continued to enjoy the food at their Vancouver establishment. I highly recommend this restaurant for anybody who loves rich flavours and a lovely cultural experience with excellent service.
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Lisa
Vancouver3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The dumplings are delightful. The vegan bowl is so comforting and delicious. The braised beef was fall of the bone, melt in your mouth delicious. And we were able to have each dish without dairy, and you couldn’t tell anything was missing.
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FAQs

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 318-3456.

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 1541 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

17 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 39 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2102 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C5

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Main & 5th
Area
Mount Pleasant
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Afghan, Middle Eastern, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access

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

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Lamb Shank Kachaloo Salata

Fried Chicken Pickled Jalapeño

Beef Kebab

Small Plates

Bolani, Flatbread, Potato, House SpiceCAD 14.00

Afghan Chips, Pakawra, Chutney YogurtCAD 14.00

Fried Chicken, Scallion, Cumin, ChutneyCAD 15.00

Field Greens, Lablaboo Vinaigrette, Roasted Beets, FetaCAD 16.00

Shor Nakood, Chickpea, Potato, Pickled PepperCAD 12.00

Hummus, Roasted Red Bell Pepper, PaprikaCAD 12.00

Chilled Eggplant, Black Pepper, YogurtCAD 15.00

Aush, Tomato Broth, Legume, QrootCAD 11.00

Dumplings

Mantu, Spiced Beef, Onion, Chaka, Yellow DalCAD 16.00

Aushak, Leek, Scallion, SpinachCAD 15.00

Spicy Aushak, Cabbage, Carrot, Bean Sprout, Chilli, LubyaCAD 15.00

Zohra's Dastarkhan

Bandejan, Eggplant, Qabuli Palaw, Grilled BreadCAD 26.00

Lamb Shank, Kachaloo, SalataCAD 34.00

Dahl, Lentil Stew, Pickled ChilliCAD 21.00

Spicy Chicken, Gravy, NaanCAD 25.00

Lamb Shoulder, Toasted Almond, ChilliCAD 37.00

Beef Kofta, Coriander, Qabuli PalawCAD 29.00

Sabzi, Spinach, Split PeaCAD 22.00

Chicken Kebab, Saffron, Garlic, CuminCAD 23.00

Lamb Kebab, Yogurt, Seven SpiceCAD 24.00

From the Field, Bandejan, Sabzi, KachalooCAD 25.00

To Share - Yak Dou SeyCAD 82.00

To Share - Triple KebabCAD 68.00

For the Table

NaanCAD 4.00

ChutneyCAD 3.00

Qabuli PalawCAD 9.00

SalataCAD 5.00

Cauliflower, Pickled Raisin, Black Tea, RomescoCAD 14.00

Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Char MasalaCAD 15.00

Lubya, TomatoCAD 11.00

Qandustan

Mum's Secret Cake, Tres Leches, Cocoa, Sesaonal FruitCAD 13.00

Shir Yakh, Rosewater Gelato, Qaimaq, PistachioCAD 12.00

Firni Jar, Milk Pudding, Seasonal JamCAD 9.00

Rotating - Vegan Gelato, by Salvatore BoccarossaCAD 9.00

Fresh Mango Gelato, by Salvatore BoccarossaCAD 9.00

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