For two millennia, Afghanistan, a landlocked country at the crossroads of Central and South Asia, boasts a rich and diverse culinary heritage. The country's cuisine reflects its multicultural history, with influences from Persian, Central Asian, Indian, and even Mediterranean culinary traditions. Though the food was served quickly, it wasn't made quickly. Rice, particularly long-grain varieties like basmati, is blanched for a day before it's cooked. Meats are marinated in carefully prepared concoctions for hours to ensure tenderness. Lamb shanks are stewed for hours each day. Never had Afghan food? You're not alone. There are only a handful of Afghan restaurants in NJ. Located at the Westfield Plaza off of South Avenue E, some of my colleagues decided on takeout as first-timers for lunch, which came recommended as the food tastes and feels like home from this family-owned and -run establishment. We called the order in for their family platter consisting of Ground Chicken, Lamb and Beef Kababs, Garden Salad, Brown Rice, Fresh Naan Bread, and a side of Potatoes with a red sauce and yogurt. Upon arrival at Famous Kabab Cuisine, my colleague and I were greeted by the owner, Ahmed, who has more than 25 years of experience in making fresh bread and kabob, and informed us of a 5-minute wait. The food remained hot back into the office, would feed 5, and have some for leftovers. The kebabs (ground chicken, beef, and lamb) were well seasoned, tasted delicious, and paired beautifully with the brown rice. Top that bread or kebab with the trio of sauces. A white yogurt sauce with dill is very reminiscent of tzatziki sauce, a vinegary green sauce with cilantro and pureed walnuts, and, for those who do want the heat, a red habanero sauce that should have come with a warning. Overall, one can tell the food was made fresh with quality ingredients. It is not cheap, but one gets decent portions, which we can recommend.

I think it's safe to say I've become a life-long customer of Famous Kabob Cuisine and I've referred a handful of friends who live around the area. There was a point where I was getting their chicken tikka kabob platter weekly (and still get it very frequently). The service is always timely and the quality of the meals is consistent. The ambiance is so cute, the restaurant itself is very clean and the family who run it are always so welcoming and friendly! Highly recommend, you won't be disappointed!!

Tried this place for the first time last night. Small place but nice ambience. And the food was terrific! The father and son running the place were great. We had a long conversation with them. They allow you to bring wine but as a nod to their religion they do not have wine glasses. So unless you're ok with drinking wine from water glasses, as we did, bring your own wine glasses. You must try this place

Excellent shawarma and chicken tikka kabab. Mixed appetizer and mango shake were also great choices. Have been here a few times now. Renovated decor makes for perfectly serene dining.

Delicious food. We take out Very reasonably priced Love the kadoo Live lamb different rice

This was my first time trying Afghan food, and it was absolutely delicious! I'm already craving the bolani again. On paper, the bolani description doesn't sound like much, but it's a flavorful, fragrant flatbread stuffed with potatoes and spices. The additional dipping sauces made it all the more tasty. We also tried the kofta korma, which was a saucy dish of spiced ground beef patties that paired perfectly with rice. Can't wait to explore more of the menu. We ordered takeout but next time we'll have to stop by and dine-in.

just discovered this authentic AFGHAN restaurant, cute narrow with lots of tables, so many delicious vegetarian options first had their thick lentil pea soup then we had a boldini flatbread, one with potatoes and one with butternut squash, they are listed as appetizers but they are 14" long and thick fried chewy and hot and we couldn't finish the host is very nice and the chef delivered our food, had a thick fresh made mango shake afghan food is very different and can't wait to try the rest of the menu

Literally stumbled upon this place with my friend when our plans fell through. Authentic Afghan food in NJ?!? Whaaat?! Literally tastes homemade and the flavors are perfect. This place feels like home with wall decor filled with Afghani pictures. The service is a bit slow, but the food makes up for it in so many ways. We were brought salads and fresh tandoori naan to start, along with white sauce, chutney, and hot sauce. The naan is so good. We ordered the kadoo bolani because it is that time of year in which pumpkin/squash is in season. By far the best kadoo bolani that I have had in the area. The kabuli rice was authentic and the meats were also seasoned to perfection. Both my friend and I were savoring every bite and we could not believe that we hadn't heard of this place until now! So worth the visit! I cannot wait to be back! I 100% recommend!

Yay! Nice family owned restaurant that re-opened (closed for some time after the owner's father passed away). The Bolani is a must!! The ground chicken kabob was my favorite and the chicken Chapli kabob was my husband's favorite. The firni was absolutely delicious and made my taste buds dance. Look forward to coming back again!