Afghan Bistro Menu – Springfield, VA

Type : Afghan restaurant

Location : Springfield, VA

Boldly flavored Afghan cuisine, based on family recipes, served in warm, homey storefront surrounds. Based on 848 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price $$

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery

Afghan Bistro 22150

Address:
8081-D, Alban Rd, Springfield, VA 22150

Phone: (703) 337-4722

Website:

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Hours

Monday

(Labor Day)
4–9 PM

Hours might differ
Tuesday 11 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–9 PM
Thursday 11 AM–9 PM
Friday 11 AM–10 PM
Saturday 11 AM–10 PM
Sunday Closed

Menu

LUNCH MENU
Bistro Signature Mix Grill Mazza
Marinated and charbroiled lamb shoulder chops, lamb rib chops, lamb tenderloin and beef tenderloin, served with spicy fresh herb chutney
$16.95
Carrot Slaw
Julienne carrots cooked with brown sugar and cardamom, chilled and tossed with fresh citrus
$5.95
Mantu Appetizer
Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$7.95
Seekh Kabob Appetizer
Marinated and charbroiled ground beef, served with cucumber and dill yogurt
$8.95
Mix Grill Mazza
Marinated and charbroiled salmon, ground beef, beef tenderloin and lamb rib chop, served with avocado yogurt
$13.95
Quroti
Afghan bread topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$7.95
Sambosa
Stuffed with a minced beef and lentil qorma, fried until crisp, topped with powdered sugar and cardamom
$7.95
Lamb Tenderloin Appetizer
Marinated and charbroiled, served with cucumber and dill yogurt
$11.95
Chicken Lawaan
Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$13.95
Chicken Ryehaan
Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew with diced tomatoes, topped with fresh basil, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$13.95
Chicken Karahi
Boneless chicken thigh in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$14.95
Rumi’s Chicken
Boneless chicken thigh in a sweet and spicy tomato based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$13.95
Lamb Shank Sabzi Moghuli
Bone-in braised lamb shank in a spicy tomato based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$20.95
Veal & Mushrooms
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$20.95
Veal Ryehaan
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with diced tomatoes, topped with fresh basil, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$20.95
Veal Karahi
Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$20.95
Chicken Sabzi Lawaan
Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$14.95
Saffron Chicken
Boneless chicken thigh in a yogurt based stew infused with saffron, lemon and fresh dill, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$14.95
Chicken Aracosian
Boneless chicken thigh in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$14.95
Lamb Shank Moghuli
Bone-in braised lamb shank in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$18.95
Veal Lawaan
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$19.95
Veal & Mushrooms Sabzi Lawaan
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens and mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$20.95
Veal & Nakhoud
Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with chickpeas, garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$20.95
Veal Moghuli
Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$20.95
Lamb Tenderloin
Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$22.95
Lamb Shoulder Chops
Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$18.95
Aracosian Lamb Platter
Marinated and charbroiled lamb tenderloin, lamb rib and shoulder chops, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$30.95
Lamb & Beef Tenderloin
Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$24.95
Beef Tenderloin & Chicken Kabob
Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$17.95
Chicken & Ground Beef
Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$14.95
Chicken Thigh Kabob
Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$14.95
Surf & Turf
Marinated and charbroiled salmon and beef tenderloin, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$19.95
Frenched Rack Of Lamb
(Chopaan) Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib chops, served with seasoned rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$20.95
Lamb Chop Duo
Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib and shoulder chops, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$22.95
Bistro Signature Lamb Chops & Beef Tenderloin
Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib chops and beef tenderloin, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$22.95
Beef Tenderloin
Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$18.95
Seekh (Ground Beef) Kabob
Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$13.95
Chicken Breast Kabob
Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$14.95
Salmon
Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of slow cooked greens topped with fresh dill
$15.95
Kabob-E-Samarooq
Marinated and charbroiled portobello mushroom, zucchini, onions and tomatoes, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$14.95
Bistro Burger
Marinated and charbroiled ground beef, mixed greens and spicy herb ketchup on a toasted brioche bun with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$10.95
Chicken Wrap
Marinated and charbroiled chicken breast with mixed greens, spicy herb chutney and avocado yogurt in a lavash wrap, with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$11.95
Seekh (Ground Beef) Wrap
Marinated and charbroiled ground beef with mixed greens, spicy herb chutney and avocado yogurt in a lavash wrap, with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$11.95
Salmon Wrap
Marinated and charbroiled salmon with mixed greens, spicy herb chutney and avocado yogurt in a lavash wrap, with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$13.95
Lamb & Greens
Braised bone-in lamb shank served with saffron infused basmati rice and slow cooked greens, topped with fresh dill
$16.95
Risotto & Lamb
Braised bone-in lamb shank served with spicy short grain rice, chickpeas, lentils and kidney beans topped with fresh dill
$15.95
Qabuli Palou
Braised bone-in lamb shank served with seasoned rice topped with carrots and raisins and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$16.95
Pumpkin Dumpling Entree
Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$13.95
Aushak Entree
Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$13.95
Mantu Entree
Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$13.95
Afghania Nakhoud Chalou
Spicy tomato based chickpea qorma with garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron rice
$12.95
Sabzi Chalou
Slow cooked spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves and cilantro, topped with fresh dill, served with saffron rice
$13.95
Kabob-E-Samarooq
Marinated and charbroiled portobello mushroom, zucchini, onions and tomatoes, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$14.95
Yogurt With Cucumber & Dill $4.95
Daal Side
Spicy lentils infused with turmeric, topped with fresh dill
$5.95
Qabuli Side
Seasoned basmati rice topped with julienne carrots and raisins
$4.95
Chalou Side
Saffron infused basmati rice
$2.50
Nakhoud Side
Spicy tomato based chickpea qorma with garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro
$5.95
Sabzi Side
Slow cooked spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves and cilantro, topped with fresh dill
$5.95
Palou Side
Seasoned basmati rice
$3.50
Baklava
Sweet pastry made with layers of phyllo and chopped nuts, topped with cardamom
$3.95
Firni
Milk pudding infused with rose water and cardamom, topped with crushed pistachios
$3.50
Rose Water Ice Cream
Vanilla ice cream topped with freshly crushed cardamom and rose water
$3.50
Saffron Sheer Birinj
Rice pudding infused with saffron and cardamom, topped with crushed pistachios
$4.25
Cardamom Ice Cream
Vanilla ice cream topped with freshly crushed cardamom
$3.25
DINNER MENU
Bistro Signature Mix Grill Mazza
Marinated and charbroiled lamb shoulder chops, lamb rib chops, lamb tenderloin and beef tenderloin, served with spicy fresh herb chutney
$19.95
Carrot Slaw
Julienne carrots cooked with brown sugar and cardamom, chilled and tossed with fresh citrus
$5.95
Mantu Appetizer
Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$9.95
Seekh Kabob Appetizer
Marinated and charbroiled ground beef, served with cucumber and dill yogurt
$10.95
Mix Grill Mazza
Marinated and charbroiled salmon, ground beef, beef tenderloin and lamb rib chop, served with avocado yogurt
$16.95
Quroti
Afghan bread topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$9.95
Sambosa
Stuffed with a minced beef and lentil qorma, fried until crisp, topped with powdered sugar and cardamom
$9.95
Lamb Tenderloin Appetizer
Marinated and charbroiled, served with cucumber and dill yogurt
$13.95
Chicken Lawaan
Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$17.95
Chicken Ryehaan
Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew with diced tomatoes, topped with fresh basil, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$18.95
Chicken Karahi
Boneless chicken thigh in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$18.95
Rumi’s Chicken
Boneless chicken thigh in a sweet and spicy tomato based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$17.95
Lamb Shank Sabzi Moghuli
Bone-in braised lamb shank in a spicy tomato based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$26.95
Veal & Mushrooms
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$24.95
Veal Ryehaan
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with diced tomatoes, topped with fresh basil, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$23.95
Veal Karahi
Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$23.95
Chicken Sabzi Lawaan
Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$18.95
Saffron Chicken
Boneless chicken thigh in a yogurt based stew infused with saffron, lemon and fresh dill, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$19.95
Chicken Aracosian
Boneless chicken thigh in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$18.95
Lamb Shank Moghuli
Bone-in braised lamb shank in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$26.95
Veal Lawaan
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$23.95
Veal & Mushrooms Sabzi Lawaan
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens and mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$24.95
Veal & Nakhoud
Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with chickpeas, garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$22.95
Veal Moghuli
Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
$23.95
Lamb Tenderloin Kabob
Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$29.95
Lamb Shoulder Chops
Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$28.95
Aracosian Lamb Platter
Marinated and charbroiled lamb tenderloin, lamb rib and shoulder chops, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$36.95
Lamb & Beef Tenderloin
Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$30.95
Beef Tenderloin & Chicken Kabob
Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$26.95
Chicken & Ground Beef Kabob
Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$17.95
Chicken Thigh Kabob
Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$17.95
Surf & Turf
Marinated and charbroiled salmon and beef tenderloin, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$27.95
Frenched Rack Of Lamb
(Chopaan) Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib chops, served with seasoned rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$29.95
Lamb Chop Duo
Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib and shoulder chops, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$29.95
Bistro Signature Kabob
Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib chops and beef tenderloin, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$30.95
Beef Tenderloin
Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$29.95
Ground Beef Kabob
(Seekh) Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$16.95
Chicken Breast Kabob
Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$17.95
Salmon
Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of slow cooked greens topped with fresh dill
$21.95
Kabob-E-Samarooq
Marinated and charbroiled portobello mushroom, zucchini, onions and tomatoes, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$16.95
Bistro Burger
Marinated and charbroiled ground beef, mixed greens and spicy herb ketchup on a toasted brioche bun with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$12.95
Lamb & Greens
Braised bone-in lamb shank served with saffron infused basmati rice and slow cooked greens, topped with fresh dill
$23.95
Risotto & Lamb
Braised bone-in lamb shank served with spicy short grain rice, chickpeas, lentils and kidney beans topped with fresh dill
$22.95
Qabuli Palou
Braised bone-in lamb shank served with seasoned rice topped with carrots and raisins and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$22.95
Pumpkin Dumpling Entree
Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$17.95
Aushak Entree
Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$17.95
Mantu Entree
Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$17.95
Afghania Nakhoud Chalou
Spicy tomato based chickpea qorma with garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron rice
$13.95
Samarooq Dumpling Entree
Steamed and stuffed with mushrooms, topped with a bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
$15.95
Sabzi Chalou
Slow cooked spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves and cilantro, topped with fresh dill, served with saffron rice
$15.95
Kabob-E-Samarooq
Marinated and charbroiled portobello mushroom, zucchini, onions and tomatoes, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
$16.95
Yogurt With Cucumber & Dill $5.95
Daal Side
Spicy lentils infused with turmeric, topped with fresh dill
$7.95
Qabuli Side
Seasoned basmati rice topped with julienne carrots and raisins
$6.95
Chalou Side
Saffron infused basmati rice
$3.50
Nakhoud Side
Spicy tomato based chickpea qorma with garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro
$7.95
Sabzi Side
Slow cooked spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves and cilantro, topped with fresh dill
$7.95
Palou Side
Seasoned basmati rice
$4.50
Baklava
Sweet pastry made with layers of phyllo and chopped nuts, topped with cardamom
$3.95
Firni
Milk pudding infused with rose water and cardamom, topped with crushed pistachios
$3.50
Rose Water Ice Cream
Vanilla ice cream topped with freshly crushed cardamom and rose water
$3.50
Saffron Sheer Birinj
Rice pudding infused with saffron and cardamom, topped with crushed pistachios
$4.25
Cardamom Ice Cream
Vanilla ice cream topped with freshly crushed cardamom
$3.25
CHUTNEYS
Mango Chutney
[16oz] Sweet and Spicy. Pairs well with your Spicy Risotto and Qabuli combination platter but, of course, you may add to any dish you choose or enjoy as a dipping sauce.
$10.00
Red Chili Chutney
[16oz] This is the spiciest of our four chutneys but still mild enough not to require a warning label. The Red Chili Chutney will enhance your kabobs, your potatoes, and any other dish you want to spice up or you may enjoy as a dipping sauce. HOT
$10.00
Fresh Herb Chutney
[16oz] Vinegar, herbs, garlic, and chillis combine to make this a mouthwatering, spicy, and tangy, chutney. Your Kabobs and grilled meat will be enhanced by the Fresh Herb Chutney but, of course, you may add to any dish you choose or enjoy as a dipping sauce. SPICY
$10.00
Avocado, Cilantro, And Yogurt Chutney
[16oz] Our mildest of the four chutneys. The avocado chutney is a delightful addition to your delicious Turnovers and most vegetarian dishes but, of course, you may add to any dish you choose or enjoy as a dipping sauce.
$10.00

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Reviews

Daniel Herrera
What a great hidden gem afghan bistro is! I’ve dined in and carried out. The carry out which was a chicken and beef combo with chick peas had lots of flavor and a very good value because of the better quality.

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Lee O’Connor
This was the second time I have enjoyed Afghan food. I wanted to introduce my sons to Afghan food and they enjoyed it very much. I loved it the first time at another restaurant and loved it even more this time. It is my favorite ethnic food now. The assorted dumpling appetizer was delicious and the lamb tenderloin dinner was perfect.

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RICK DEGOVIA
Qe were passing through from Florida looking for a restaurant close by and stumbled on Afghan Bistro with amazing rating. Great atmosphere. Very welcoming and attentive staff. Food was so fresh flavorful. Our tastebuds were dancing The waiter welcomed us with fresh warm bread and dipping sauces which was so good. The sampling appetizer was delicious. Waiter recommended the lamb shank with saffron rice which fell off the bone and melted in your mouth. We will definitely be back on our way back home to Florida. It’s a must!!!

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Scott White
This place is a must-try. It feels like a hideaway place and is off the beaten path. Parking is free which I always appreciate. From the moment we went in and through the evening we felt welcomed and had great service. The atmosphere is very relaxing and comfortable. Finally, all the food we had was great. I had the chicken aracosian, which was delicious and so plentiful I couldn’t finish it. My wife had the chicken saffron, and my son had the veal moghuli.

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David Carrington
The food is just as amazing as the atmosphere and service. It’s hard to choose which one was best. The pumpkin dumplings are a must with any entree.

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H H
Wow! Such a great food and super nice staff with great suggestions and so polite. You really get a taste of Afghan culture with the decorations and style of the place. They accommodate vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free. They even brought carrots for dipping in place of the bread. I highly recommend them. Beautiful plate display and the food is above and beyond. Very clean and they wear gloves to clean and also change the gloves every time.

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Michael Godley
We have been dining here for several years now. We live in the Philadelphia suburbs. We never visit the Alexandria/DC area without having lunch or dinner at Afghan Bistro sometimes more than once.

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Domenic Savini
What a very rare gem!! Exceptionally thought out menu and brilliantly prepared dishes. You can taste the quality and freshness with each bite. The lamb is perfect either grilled or stewed and the basmati rice is served in many different ways each with unique flavor profiles. You will not be disappointed but please call ahead because we locals tend to take up the tables from the moment they open yo when they close.

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Doug Mercer
Wow, I loved it here! For the starters, the service was incredible. The staff were so friendly. When were seated, we were immediately given our waters, a carafe, bread, and four delicious dips that could have been a meal themselves. They were always quick to replenish our table’s carafe and bread, and they even brought clean forks and knives after our appetizers ahead of our main courses. I could tell they were keeping an eye on our table to make sure we never needed anything.

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Reza Monzavi
I was really hungry, and went there by myself. it was my first time there as well.

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