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Afghan Bistro

4.9
4.9
1214 Reviews
$30 and under
Afghan
Afghan Bistro, located in Springfield, VA provides guests an authentic Afghan cuisine with a modern flair.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Afghan, Vegetarian / Vegan

  • Hours of operation

    Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (703) 337-4722

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Sofia Masroor

  • Catering

    For more information about catering please give us a call.

  • Private party contact

    Wais Shirzoi: (703) 337-4722

  • Neighborhood

    Springfield

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Additional

    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,214 people are saying

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 5Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.9Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. KatieF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious! We especially loved the mango mocktail and the meat/fish appetizer plate.

    Afghan BistroResponded 1 day agoThank you, Katie! We are glad that you enjoyed dining with us!

  2. Vistor

    Washington DC

    65 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great place for lunch. Quality of food and service is excellent. Highly recommended for lunch.

    Afghan BistroResponded 2 days agoThank you for your kind words and support!

  3. RosarioC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. We had a good time celebrating our wedding anniversary there. Thanks!

    Afghan BistroResponded 1 day agoThank you for celebrating with us! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience!

  4. MaryM

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food at reasonable prices, friendly people. This is a family favorite

    Afghan BistroResponded 2 days agoThank you, we are so glad that you and your family enjoy dining with us!

  5. RichardR

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is a jewel. Great service that treats you like family and great home cook meals.

    Afghan BistroResponded 2 days agoThank you for choosing us to celebrate your special day! We are so glad that you enjoyed!

  6. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been coming here since they first opened. The quality and value have remained consistent in the 5 years we have been coming here. Tonight, we brought some new friends and they once again did not disappoint. I cannot commend this place more to you. Try it, and you will likely try it again…

    Afghan BistroResponded 2 days agoThank you so much for your loyal support! We are so happy to hear that you have enjoyed dining with us for years. We appreciate your kind words.

  7. GDCM

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Entree portions were small for the higher priced items. Canned soda served instead of fountain.
  8. FreddyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant is very authentic and good services….

    Afghan BistroResponded 2 days agoThank you, Freddy!

  9. Saablover

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fabulous Food Great Wait staff. On par with the sister restaurants in McLean and DC.

    Afghan BistroResponded on March 17, 2023Thank you for dining with us! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience!

  10. EdK1

    Washington DC

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    As always, the food and service were excellent. The only downside is that it is so small, therefore, crowded and loud. But the wonderful food compensates for that.

    Afghan BistroResponded on March 13, 2023Thank you! We appreciate your feedback and support!

  11. Localdine

    Washington DC

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have never been so impressed by a restaurant as I have been here. I've seen great reviews and they're solid. The dinner started with homemade bread and four sauces for dipping - this could have been my entire meal as the sauces were each different and delicious. My wife and I both had lamb dishes. I had a lamb shank that melted in my mouth. My wife had the Lamb Tenderloin with roasted eggplant - very good as well. The restaurant is very small and comfortable. The wait staff are very helpful if there are any questions. We plan to become regulars for lunch as well.

    Afghan BistroResponded on March 13, 2023Thank you so much! We appreciate your kind words and are happy to hear you enjoyed our lamb dishes! We look forward to seeing you regularly!

  12. ShelleyB

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Glad I found this place thanks to a friend. I’ve been several times now and the food is always delicious and there are a many options to satisfy everyone your party. Portions are very good and I’ve even taken enough home for another small meal. Service and attentiveness is just what you want, but not too much. Highly recommend anyone looking for authentic Afghan food full of flavor and delicious. Recommend making reservations either by calling or online.

    Afghan BistroResponded on March 13, 2023Thank you, Shelley! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed dining with us! We appreciate your kind words and support!

  13. Vitale

    Washington DC

    60 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fantastic food at very reasonable price

    Afghan BistroResponded on March 14, 2023Thank you!

  14. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, delicious, fresh, and amazing food pair with exceptional customer service…that I unfortunately have to pay five times as much at other establishments to experience.

    Afghan BistroResponded on March 13, 2023Thank you very much! We are glad that you enjoyed our food and hospitality!

  15. Bryan

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Absolutely spectacular food (they recently rolled out a fully vegan menu in addition to the regular non-veg menu, which was spectacular!), great service and attention, and overall wonderful dinner. The restaurant is unfortunately small, so tables are close by and it's pretty tight, making the ambiance a little less private. But that doesn't take anything away from the delicious food and grade-A service. Highly recommend!

    Afghan BistroResponded on March 13, 2023Thank you, Bryan! We appreciate your kind words and are happy to hear that you enjoy our vegan options! Thank you for your support!

  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our favorite place to eat. We unfortunately no longer live in the area, but definitely make sure we come here when we are back to visit. LOVE LOVE this place!

    Afghan BistroResponded on March 13, 2023We are so glad that you are able to join us during your visits! We appreciate your loyal support and kind words!

  17. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Been here ~ a dozen times. Never had a bad meal nor bad service. Another fantastic dinner, as usual!!

    Afghan BistroResponded on March 7, 2023Thank you for your kind and loyal support!

  18. AmyO

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a delight and the food is amazing! I keep returning wit friends and family!

    Afghan BistroResponded on March 7, 2023Thank you, Amy! We look forward to your next visit!

  19. danak

    Washington DC

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and fabulous service. Great vegan menu! Lots of options and very reasonably priced. Love this restaurant!

    Afghan BistroResponded on February 27, 2023Thank you for your kind words and support!

  20. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great food, service a little slow but very courteous and helpful.

    Afghan BistroResponded on February 27, 2023Thank you!

  21. Sonny

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a very authentic Afghan Restaurant. The Afghan waiters were very professional and helped us understand and order our dinners. The food was delicious and we enjoyed the ambiance and service. Thank you,

    Afghan BistroResponded on February 20, 2023Thank you! We are glad that you enjoyed dining with us!

  22. Marion

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A wonderful lunch experience for me and my guest. The wait staff is very attentive as if we were their only table [which we were not]. They know the menu and are wonderful at steering you to just the right dish. The prices are very reasonable and the cooking, presentation, and taste is phenomenal. To be honest, the whole experience, for both of us, was better than 5 stars.

    Afghan BistroResponded on February 20, 2023Thank you, we are so glad that you enjoyed your experience with us! We appreciate your kind words and support!

  23. Loki

    Washington DC

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was terrific and the service was excellent. Meat was so tender knives were not needed. Flat bread was excellent as well.

    Afghan BistroResponded on February 17, 2023Thank you for your kind words and support. We are so glad that you enjoyed our food and hospitality!

  24. bbh2os

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous, as usual…food, service, ambiance…the staff is classy and very attentive. Looking forward to our next visit.

    Afghan BistroResponded on February 13, 2023Thank you for your kind words. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely incredible. Everything was perfect. We couldn’t ask for more from a dining experience.

    Afghan BistroResponded on February 13, 2023Thank you so much! We are so happy that you enjoyed dining with us!

  26. JasonN

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Afghan Bistro always delivers the best quality and testing food we can ask for. Service is on point and rivals any 5 star DC hot spot. Every time we go we get greeted with a smile, the food is spectacular and consistent and never disappoints. The prices are very reasonable and surprisingly generous portions for what you pay. We will be back over and over again!

    Afghan BistroResponded on February 6, 2023Thank you, Jason! We appreciate your kind words and support!

  27. Cindy

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Had an early (6pm) dinner on a week night. Restaurant was quiet. Food was delicious! Highly recommend the lamb tenderloin and beef tenderloin combination.

    Afghan BistroResponded on February 3, 2023Thank you, Cindy! We are glad you enjoyed your experience with us.

  28. Anotherfoodie

    Washington DC

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The potato and leek turnovers were tasty as were the marinated and charbroiled lamb chops. But the true stars of the meal were the roasted butternut squash and the not-to-be-missed pistachio cake. Definitely will go back for more!

    Afghan BistroResponded on January 30, 2023Thank you for your feedback and support! We are glad that you enjoyed and we look forward to your next visit!

  29. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always Afghan Bistro never disappoints! From the moment we walked in we were welcomed and spoiled with great food and amazing service. It was my husband’s birthday dinner and they even brought out a dessert with a candle unprompted…and was it ever delicious! We were so full that we didn’t even eat the birthday cake we had waiting at home. Afghan Bistro a family favorite and I am already looking forward to our next visit.

    Afghan BistroResponded on January 30, 2023We are so happy to hear that your family enjoys dining with us! Thank you for choosing us to celebrate your special day. We appreciate your support and kind words.

  30. marcinpau

    Washington DC

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The dining area is small, so be sure and make reservations. The food is excellent and the service is first rate. A great place for dinner!

    Afghan BistroResponded on January 30, 2023Thank you for your kind words and support!

  31. Zahav

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always a fabulous meal. We were three and each one of us lived the food and service. Make a reservation since this is a small place, a hidden gem.

    Afghan BistroResponded on January 27, 2023Thank you for your kind words and support!

  32. ArlineS

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super. I liked everything we ordered. Be careful of the dips. They told us which ones were hot and they were. I liked the mild one.

    Afghan BistroResponded on January 19, 2023Thank you for your kind words and feedback!

  33. Accokeek

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Truly outstanding food! If you have to focus on something not to miss, try the Mixed Grill appetizer and the Pistachio Cake for desert. We had the Chicken Ryehan and the Veal and Mushrooms both of which were delicious, but suspect that just about anything on the menu should be good. We will definitely be back

    Afghan BistroResponded on January 19, 2023Thank you for your kind words! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our food and that we will be seeing you again soon!

  34. dawnmcg

    Western NC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This was such a great choice for our birthday celebration for my son! The whole group loved the food (meat-eaters and vegetarians alike) and the service by our waiter, Kyle, was phenomenal. We could not be more pleased with our meal and the whole experience! Thank you Afghan Bistro chefs and wait staff!

    Afghan BistroResponded on January 18, 2023Thank you for choosing us to celebrate your special occasion! We are so glad that you enjoyed your experience and that Kyle took great care of you during your visit!

  35. Phred

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant does it all well. Food, service and attention to detail. We had several different dishes each one was delicious. The waiter Kyle was very attentive and knew the preparation of each dish down to every detail. As Vegans we were impressed and relieved to get this kind of detail. I highly recommend!

    Afghan BistroResponded on January 16, 2023Thank you for taking the time to write this kind review! We are happy to hear that Kyle took great care of you. We appreciate your support!

  36. Mike

    Washington DC

    93 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    93 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Always a fun place. Food is delicious. Enjoy ordering old favorites while trying new things

    Afghan BistroResponded on January 16, 2023Thank you, Mike! We are glad that you enjoy dining with us!

  37. 569joe

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Do yourself a favor and try this place. The food is so good!

    Afghan BistroResponded on January 12, 2023Thank you for your support and kind words!

  38. JenniferB

    Seattle

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another outstanding evening at Afghan Bistro! We all loved our food, and the service was exceptional. Love this place!

    Afghan BistroResponded on January 9, 2023Thank you, Jennifer! We are happy to hear that you and your guests enjoyed dining with us! We appreciate your kind words and support!

  39. RobertW

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food is outrageously good--as usual. And our server was delightful. He was helpful in every way and made our visit thoroughly enjoyable.

    Afghan BistroResponded on January 9, 2023Thank you, Robert! We are glad to hear that our hospitality was on point, as well as the food. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to your next visit!

  40. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great dining experience. The food is simply amazing and the staff is always polite!

    Afghan BistroResponded on January 17, 2023Thank you for your kind words and support, we are glad you enjoyed!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Afghan Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 337-4722.

Afghan Bistro is rated 4.9 stars by 1214 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Afghan Bistro

8081 D Alban Rd, Springfield, VA 22150

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Springfield

  • Hours of operation

    Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Afghan, Vegetarian / Vegan

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Sofia Masroor

  • Additional

    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (703) 337-4722

  • Catering

    For more information about catering please give us a call.

  • Private party contact

    Wais Shirzoi: (703) 337-4722

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