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Zarak by Afghan Kitchen, Vancouver, BC

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen

4.8
4.8
1537 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Afghan

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 41 times today
  • 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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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Delivery & takeout

What 1,537 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
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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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.

1,537 Reviews
  1. mira

    Vancouver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day 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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  2. Matt

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    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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  3. Karim

    Vancouver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    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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  4. Allan VIP

    Vancouver13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    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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  5. Trish

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    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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  6. Lisa

    Vancouver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    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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  7. Ronald

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a special occasion dinner and it was our first time dining at Zarak. Once I walked into the restaurant, I smelled the aroma of the spices which made me hungry. The server was very attentive. He explained the drinks menu to us. After we ordered the drinks, he then explained to us the full menu with a few recommendations on the popular items. The food arrived in a very decent pace instead of all dishes arrived the same time jamming up on the table. The server would make efforts to check on us timely. We ordered the beets and burrata salad, slow cooked lamb shoulder and the Uzbeki Palaw. The portions were decent because they meant to be shared. Food were delicious. To finish the dinner, we ordered the Mum's Secret and it was delicious. I would certainly recommend this restaurant and I would definitely go back.

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  8. LindaR

    Vancouver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The customer service was extraordinary. We will definitely return.

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  9. Cleo

    Vancouver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food , fantastic staff , delicious cocktails , can’t wait to go back!

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  10. Mahsa

    Vancouver6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you for the great food and service. It was a great experience celebrating my husbands birthday with our family.

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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 1537 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
7:00 pm
Booked 41 times today
Google Map for Zarak by Afghan Kitchen

2102 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C5

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Delivery & takeout
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