Afghan Bistro

Name: Afghan Bistro
Address: 8081 D Alban Rd, Springfield, VA, United States, 22150
Telephone: (703) 337-4722
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

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$30 and under

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Afghan Bistro, located in Springfield, VA provides guests an authentic Afghan cuisine with a modern flair.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 22, 2022

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Booked 29 times today

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(703) 337-4722

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
Website
http://www.afghanbistro.com/
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

Location
8081 D Alban Rd Springfield, VA 22150
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

Popular dishes

Bistro Signature Mix Grill Mazza$15.95
Grilled lamb chops (rib and shoulder cuts), lamb tenderloin, and beef tenderloin, served with spicy fresh herb chutney.
Carrot Slaw$4.95
sweet julienne carrots tossed with fresh lemon juice and garlic.
Hot Mazza Assortment$10.95
A variety of spicy beef dumplings, roasted butternut squash bouranee, roasted eggplant bouranee, and leek dumpling.
Kadoo Turnovers {Boulanee}$5.95
Pan-fried to perfection, stuffed with roasted butternut squash, served with yogurt garlic sauce.
Lamb Tenderloin$7.95
Tenderloin marinated in our house spices, charbroiled to perfection, and served with yogurt with cucumber & dill.
Leek and Scallion Dumplings {Aushak}$5.95
steamed and topped off with a flavorful kofta paashaan (minced beef and lentil korma.) Finished off with mint and yogurt puree.
Quroti$5.95
traditional afghan dish consists of toasted afghan bread, topped with a warm yogurt puree infused with garlic and topped off with minced beef.
Mix Grill Mazza$11.95
Grilled Lamb Chop, Beef Tenderloin, Salmon and Seekh Kabob served with toasted Afghan bread and Avocado Chutney.
Potato & Leek Turnover {Boulanee}$4.95
sautéed to perfection, stuffed with potato and leek, served with an avocado chutney.
Pumpkin Dumplings$5.95
Flavored with bistro spices, steamed to perfection, finished off with your choice of yogurt garlic sauce OR minced beef, topped off with crushed dry mint and cayenne pepper.
Roasted Eggplant or Butternut Squash {Bouraanee}$5.95
served with a side of bread topped off with a rich demi-glace, infused with special seasoning, finished off with a mint yogurt puree.
Roasted Eggplant Puree {Barta}$4.95
A cold meze made with garlic and yogurt puree served on top of a crostini.
Sabzi Turnovers {Boulanee}$5.95
Pan-fried to perfection, stuffed with a combination of spinach ,kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves, and cilantro, served with avocado chutney.
Sambosa$4.95
Pan-fried turnovers stuffed with minced beef and lentils, topped off with powdered sugar and ground cardamom.
Seekh Kabob$6.95
One succulent Ground Beef Kabob served with Yogurt and dill.
Spicy Beef Dumplings {Mantu}$5.95
minced beef flavored with bistro spices. Steamed to perfection with a carrot and peas qorma, finished off with a yogurt garlic sauce and topped off with crushed dry mint and cayenne pepper.
Yogurt with Cucumber & Dill$4.95
Mediterranean yogurt with fresh dill and cucumber.

Soup & Salads

Bistro Signature Lentil Soup
prepared with mung beans, lentils, chick peas, minced beef, special spices and yogurt. (vegetarian option available)
- Small$4.95
- Large$7.95
Bistro Salad$5.95
Combination of mixed greens tossed in a sweet and tangy balsamic vinaigrette served with bleu cheese, and walnuts.
Mixed Green Salad$4.95
combination of mixed greens tossed in a sweet and tangy balsamic vinaigrette served with garlic croutons.
Jaan-e-Ama$5.95
mirepoix of fresh tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, cucumbers, and cilantro, tossed with lemon juice and blended together with plain yogurt.

Burgers & Wraps

Beef Bistro Burger$8.95
our signature ground-beef burger is marinated with fresh herbs and spices, charbroiled to perfection.
Beef Wrap$8.95
marinated charbroiled minced beef topped off with mixed greens and wrapped in lavash bread.
Chicken Wrap$8.95
marinated chicken topped off with mixed greens and wrapped in lavash bread.
Salmon Wrap$10.95
marinated charbroiled salmon topped off with mixed greens and wrapped in lavash bread.

Entrées

*all entrees served with beef shank may be substituted for lamb shank for an additional $2*

Braised Beef with Greens {Sabzi Chalaou}$11.95
spinach, kale, mustard greens, turnip leaves, collard greens and fresh herbs. Slow cooked with beef, served with saffron infused basmati rice.
Leek and Scallion Dumplings {Auskak}$11.95
steamed to perfection, topped with a flavorful kofta paashaan (minced beef and lentil qorma). Finished off with mint and yogurt puree.
Qabuli Palou$13.95
beef shank slowly braised then baked with long grains of basmati rice infused in house spices. Topped off with raisin and julienne carrots.
Rissoto & Beef {Sholah}$11.95
beef shank slowly braised with lentils, chick peas, and fresh dill.
Spicy Beef Dumplings {Mantu}$11.95
minced beef flavored with bistro spices. Steamed to perfection with a carrot and peas qorma, finished off with a yogurt garlic sauce and topped off with crushed dry mint and cayenne pepper.

Chops and Kabobs

Aracosian Lamb Platter$34.95
Shoulder chops, rib chops, and tenderloin served with long grain seasoned basmati rice, topped off with julienne carrots and raisins, accompanied by a side of roasted eggplant.
Beef Tenderloin$15.95
chunks of tenderloin marinated overnight in our special bistro spices and herbs, charbroiled to perfection, served with a portion of seasoned long grain fragranted basmati rice.
Beef Tenderloin and Chicken Kabob$15.95
Skewer of tenderloin kabob & skewer of chicken kabob served with long grain Basmati palou, salate, avocado chutney, potato bouraanee & fresh Afghan bread.
Bistro Signature Lamb Chops & Tenderloin Kabob$19.95
New Zealand French rack of lambs including a skewer of Tenderloin Kabob served with your choice of Palou or Qabuli, served with Salate, Avocado Chutney, Hot Afghan Bread, and Butternut Squash.
Boneless Juicy Chicken Thigh Kabob$10.50
Skewer of boneless chicken thigh kabob, served with long grained basmati rice (Chalou), salate, avocado chutney, Afghan bread and sautéed potato bouraanee.
Chicken Breast Kabob$11.50
chunks of chicken breast marinated overnight in our special bistro spices charbroiled to perfection served with a saffron long grain basmati rice.
Chicken & Ground Beef Kabob$12.95
skewer of chicken Kabob & skewer of seekh kabob served with long grain basmati rice, salate, avocado chutney, and fresh afghan bread with potato bouranee.
Frenched Rack of Lamb {Chopaan}$15.95
succulent rack of lambs, marinated overnight in our special bistro spices, charbroiled to perfection, served with seasoned long grain fragranted basmati rice.
Ground Beef Kabob {Seekh}$9.95
marinated overnight in our special bistro spices and herbs charbroiled to perfection served with a saffron long grain basmati rice.
Lamb Chop Duo$26.95
Combination of two frenched rack rib chops and shoulder chops, marinated in our house spices, served with seasoned basmati rice topped off with julienne carrots and raisins, served with a side of roasted eggplant.
Lamb Shoulder Chops$17.95
Marinated in our special bistro spices, charbroiled to perfection, served with a portion of seasoned long grain basmati rice topped off with julienne carrots and raisins.
Lamb & Beef Tenderloin$29.95
Skewer of lamb and beef tenderloin marinated in our house spices, served with long grain seasoned basmati rice topped off with juilenne carrots and raisins, accompanied by a side of roasted eggplant.
Lamb Tenderloin$21.95
Chunks of tenderloin marinated in our bistro spices, charbroiled to perfection, served with seasoned long grain basmati rice topped off with juilenne carrots acommpanied by roasted eggplant.
Salmon$12.95
chunks of salmon marinated overnight in our special bistro spices and herbs, charbroiled to perfection served with a saffron infused long grain basmati rice.
Surf and Turf$19.95
Skewer of salmon and skewer of Tenderloin Kabob served with combination of white Chalou and seasoned fragrant brown basmati Palou. Served with hot Afghan bread, salate, avocado chutney and your choice of Butternut Squash or Eggplant Bouraanee.

Vegetarian

Baadenjaan Chalou$8.95
roasted eggplant served with long grained saffron infused basmati rice.
Baadenjaan Karahi$10.95
Roasted eggplant slowly cooked in a spicy tomato based stew, served alongside long grain saffron basmati rice.
Baadenjaan Moghuli$10.95
Roasted eggplant slowly cooked in a tomato based stew mixed with Garam Masala, served with long grain saffron basmati rice.
Kachaloo Chalou$7.95
potato korma served with long grained saffron infused basmati rice.
Kachaloo with Mushrooms Lawaan$10.95
Potato qorma and mushrooms slowly cooked in a yogurt based stew infused with garlic, served with long grain saffron basmati rice.
Kachaloo with Mushrooms & Sabzi Lawaan$10.95
Potato qorma, mushrooms, and our slow cooked greens stewed in a yogurt based sauce infused with garlic. Served alongside with long grain saffron basmati rice.
Kadoo Chalou$8.95
stewed butternut squash served with long grained saffron basmati rice.
Leek & Scallion Dumplings {Aushak}$9.95
Steamed to perfection, topped off with a carrot and peas qorma. Finished off with a yogurt garlic puree, dry mint and cayenne pepper.
Qabuli Combination Platter$11.95
sabzi, kadoo, baadenjaan, and kachaloo served with a fragrant spice infused long grain basmati rice topped off julienne carrots and raisins.
Sabzi Chalou$8.95
slow cooked spinach, kale, mustard greens, turnip leaves, collard greens, and fresh herbs. Served with baked long grained saffron basmati rice.
Sabzi Lawaan$10.95
Spinach, kale, mustard greens, turnip leaves, collard greens, and herbs slow cooked in yogurt based stew infused with garlic. Served alongside long grain saffron basmati rice.
Sabzi Moghuli$10.95
Spinach, kale, mustard greens, turnip leaves, collard greens, and herbs slowly cooked in a tomato based stew. Served alongside long grain saffron basmati rice.
Spicy Rissotto with Eggplant and Butternut Squash$11.95
Rissotto cooked with chick peas, lentils, and mung beans then infused with fresh dill served with eggplant and butternut squash bouraanee.

Qormas (Stews)

Chicken Lawaan$10.95
Boneless chicken slowly cooked in a yogurt based stew infused with garlic and cilantro. Served alongside long grain saffron basmati rice.
Chicken Sabzi Lawaan$11.95
Boneless chicken and slowly cooked greens, blended together in a yogurt based stew.
Chicken Ryehaan$11.95
Boneless chicken slowly cooked in a yogurt based stew infused with garlic, basil and fresh tomatoes.
Chicken Karahi$13.95
Boneless chicken and roasted eggplant slowly cooked together in a spicy tomato based stew.
Chicken Aracosian$13.95
Boneless chicken and roasted eggplant slowly cooked in a tomato based stew infused with Garam Masala.
Lamb Shank Moghuli$16.95
Bone-in lamb shank and roasted eggplant slowly cooked together in a spicy tomato based stew infused with garam masala.
Lamb Shank Sabzi Moghuli$15.95
Bone-in lamb shank and mixed greens slowly cooked together in a spicy tomato based stew infused with garam masala.
Rumi's Chicken$10.95
Boneless chicken slowly cooked in a sweet and spicy tomato based stew.
Saffron Chicken$12.95
Boneless chicken slowly cooked in a yogurt based stew infused with saffron, lemon, and dill.
Veal Lawaan$15.95
Boneless veal slowly cooked in a yogurt based stew infused with garlic and cilantro.
Veal & Mushrooms$16.95
Boneless veal slowly cooked in a yogurt based stew infused with garlic, mushrooms, and cilantro.
Veal & Mushrooms Sabzi Lawaan$17.95
Slowly cooked alongside mushrooms and mixed greens in a yogurt based stew infused with garlic and cilantro.
Veal Ryehaan$16.95
Slowly cooked boneless veal in a yogurt based stew infused with garlic, basil, and fresh tomatoes.
Veal & Potatoes$16.95
Boneless veal sitting on a bed of our potato qorma, topped off with a yogurt demi-glace.
Veal Karahi$17.95
Boneless veal and roasted eggplant slowly cooked in a spicy tomato based stew.
Veal Moghuli$17.95
Boneless veal and roasted eggplant slowly cooked together in a tomato based stew infused with garam masala.

Additional Sides

Qabuli Rice$3.95
Baadenjaan, Kachaloo, Kadoo, Sabzi$3.95

Side Substitutions

Qabuli Rice$2.95
Baadenjaan, Kachaloo, Kadoo, Sabzi$2.95

Desserts

Baklava$3.95
sweet pastry made with layers of filo, topped with chopped nuts and cardamon.
Cake$5.95
Choice of daily flavors.
Cardomom Ice Cream$3.25
Freshly crushed cardamom sprinkled on top of vanilla flavored ice cream.
Firni$3.95
afghan pudding infused with cardamom and topped off with crushed pistachios.
Rose Water Ice Cream$3.50
Vanilla flavored ice cream topped off with freshly crushed cardamom and rose water.
Sheer Birinj$4.25
afghan rice pudding infused with cardamom and topped off with crushed pistachios.

Beverages

Coke, Diet Coke, Ginger Ale, Sprite$2.00
Iced Tea$2.00
Cardamom Green OR Black Tea$2.95
Saffron Tea$5.95
Cranberry, Lemonade, Pomegrante, Sour Cherry, and Orange Juice$3.00

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4.9

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4.6Ambience
4.8Value

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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and the service was great. My friends and I we had a fantastic time here. Definitely 5 STARS
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beedbs
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Afghan Bistro never disappoints. My husband and I went for date night. As we normally do on date night, we enjoyed an appetizer, two entrees, and dessert. We had all vegetarian dishes this time and they were fantastic. My favorite is the vegetarian sampler. For dessert, we had almond cake and the rose water custard. Heavenly. The leftovers the next day were also great!!
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Schatzi
Washington DC
42 reviews
vip
5.0
42 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always excellent! Go-to restaurant that I bring guests to enjoy.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Went for birthday—was really fantastic food!!
Afghan BistroResponded 5 days ago
Thank you for celebrating with us! We're glad that you enjoyed it!
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AntonE
Washington DC
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
Food is always great. Service was good but not as great as last time.
Afghan BistroResponded on May 9, 2022
Thank you for your feedback, Anton!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Superb! The lamb was cooked to perfection.
Afghan BistroResponded on May 9, 2022
Thank you, we're glad you enjoyed our lamb!
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TonyZ
Chicago
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing and so as the service . Well worth the visit . I was in the area for business and this is the spot you shouldn’t pass .
Afghan BistroResponded on May 6, 2022
Thank you, Tony! We're so glad that you joined us and enjoyed your experience!
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BM15
Washington DC
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Aushak and lamb tenderloin cannot be beat! Great spices!
Afghan BistroResponded on May 2, 2022
Thank you! We're glad you enjoyed the lamb and dumplings!
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Fernando
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing little place (the original location, out of two other fancy ones in DC). At first we were expecting a high end restaurant but this is more of a very nice, family owned business, its a small, cozy restaurant but the service and food are amazing. It will not disappoint you, even if the location is a shopping center, it is definitely a place to go and enjoy good quality food for vegetarians and meat eaters.
Afghan BistroResponded on April 25, 2022
Thank you for your kind words and support! We're glad you enjoyed the feel of our smaller, original restaurant as well as our other locations in DC. We hope to see you again soon!
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ANBT
Washington DC
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
All appetizers and main courses were absolutely delicious!!!. The menu has a great variety. The desserts were just as delish. My favorite is the cardamom cake. The staff is very friendly and Gracious.
Afghan BistroResponded on April 14, 2022
Thank you! We're glad that you enjoyed all of your courses while dining with us. We appreciate your support!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service - love this place!
Afghan BistroResponded on April 11, 2022
Thank you! We're happy to hear you enjoy our restaurant!
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BarbaraB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
This restaurant was really good. Although the space is small, the food and service was excellent. I'd recommend this restaurant to others.
Afghan BistroResponded on April 11, 2022
Thank you for your kind review! We appreciate your support!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food!
Afghan BistroResponded on April 4, 2022
Thank you!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were celebrating our anniversary. They brought us each a glass of champagne to toast with. The food was great as always.
Afghan BistroResponded on April 4, 2022
Thank you for celebrating with us! We're glad that you enjoyed it!
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N2FabFood
Washington DC
36 reviews
vip
4.0
36 reviews
Dined on March 28, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience3
Food was wonderful however - restaurant was very cold and was seated in the corner of the restaurant and it was really uncomfortable plus my food got cold really quickly. Also service was not great - waiter was minimally attentive and had to wait and look for him for everything - I wanted another glass of wine but never got the chance to order
Afghan BistroResponded on March 30, 2022
We apologize that your experience didn't exceed your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and you taking the time to write us.
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TBsMom
Washington DC
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
As always, afghan bistro was wonderful. The food is consistently great. Small dining room so it’s loud and you are close to your neighbors, but the food and service make up for it.
Afghan BistroResponded on March 29, 2022
Thank you for your feedback and kind words. We appreciate your support!
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
They haven’t missed a beat during covid. Food was as amazing as we remembered!!!!
Afghan BistroResponded on April 4, 2022
Thank you for your kind words!
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jayk
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
I had the beef and chicken kabob with brown and white rice which was excellent, and my wife’s meal was seekh kabob (ground beef) which was a bit hard to chew, but tasty. Potato and leak turnovers (4 pieces for Mazza) were also good, but a bit over priced. The 3 of the 4 side sauces were very good if you like “spicy”, but we chose the less spicy yogurt with mint sauce as our favorite. Service was very good, but the restaurant is relatively small so the patron may get a sense of over-crowding. The ambiance was fine, but on the evening of our visit, there was an excessively noisy toddler in the dinning area. Nevertheless, overall, we would give this restaurant 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Afghan BistroResponded on March 21, 2022
Thank you for your feedback and kind words! We appreciate your support!
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PatrickO
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I've eaten here four times, each meal has been excellent and delicious. I usually ask the server for help in decided what to eat, and each time it has been great. Take out is just as good as eating at the restaurant.
Afghan BistroResponded on March 14, 2022
Thank you, Patrick! We're glad that you've enjoyed your experiences with us. We appreciate your support!
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NeilD
New York Area
50 reviews
vip
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This little restaurant has a HUGE menu!!! The selections are so different from other Mediterranean restaurants. The food was scrumptious and portions were plenty other than the mixed grill appetizer which was delicious but very little meat. The lamb shank was one of the best I have ever had!!!! The wine list was very nice. We went there because of great reviews online( absolutely correct) when we were driving from Florida and made a stop in Lorton VA. I think I would just stop there on the way from anywhere local.. Hope to return soon!!!!
Afghan BistroResponded on March 21, 2022
Neil, thank you for writing us and making the trip to dine with us! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience and we hope to see you again soon as well!
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ShelleyJ
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our second visit in 2 weeks. The lamb with the roasted greens was delicious and the veal with mushrooms dish was too. We also enjoyed the dumpling appetizers and the hot saffron tea. We’ll be back!
Afghan BistroResponded on March 14, 2022
Thank you for your feedback and kind words! We look forward to your return!
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DavidB
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was great, as always! We frequently bring our local NoVa friends and out-of-town guests to Afghan Bistro for a remarkable dining experience. We have come to rely upon their consistently delicious food and gracious service!
Afghan BistroResponded on March 8, 2022
Thank you for being our loyal guests! We appreciate your kind words and support!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love bringing friends to this place. The food is exceptional and the service is wonderful.
Afghan BistroResponded on March 7, 2022
Thank you for the feedback! We appreciate your support and kind words!
JB
JeanB
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent kabobs, stews, bread, and veggies. The Springfield location doesn't look so great from the parking lot, but inside, it is very comfortable. The restaurant is small so be sure to get a reservation even for lunch.
Afghan BistroResponded on March 7, 2022
Thank you for the feedback and kind words! We're glad that you joined us and enjoyed your meal.
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ROBERTP
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had a fantastic meal. I highly recommend the Chicken Aracosian. It is a gastronomic adventure. Though it is not on the menu, ask for the Pumpkin Kadoo appetizer, it's simply delightful! The service was excellent, and the food sublime. It is a well run family business. I will be back!
Afghan BistroResponded on February 28, 2022
Thank you for your kind words and recommendations! We look forward to your next visit!
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Natalie
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was incredible! Wonderful portions. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Def going to go back!
Afghan BistroResponded on February 28, 2022
Thank you, Natalie! We look forward to welcoming you back!
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ShelleyJ
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food is absolutely wonderful. The service is excellent. I wish the tables weren’t so close together given that we are in COVID times, but it’s a tiny restaurant. Next time we will go earlier in the evening when it is likely to be less crowded. We will definitely return to dine here.
Afghan BistroResponded on February 28, 2022
Thank you for your feedback and kind words. We're happy to hear that you will be returning!
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LynneS
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food & service, as always!
Afghan BistroResponded on February 28, 2022
Thank you, Lynne!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinner was amazing. The food is honestly some of the best we’ve ever had. You can tell they make quality, time-tested recipes with love. They serve complementary bread and chutneys first, which were all amazing. We ordered the mixed appetizer sampler and it honestly had some of the best eggplant and squash I’ve ever eaten. For our entrees, I had the Lamb Shank Moghuli and my husband had the lamb and beef tenderloin kabob- both were divine. Large portions and reasonable prices. Friendly service. You cannot go wrong at this place! We will definitely be back soon.
Afghan BistroResponded on February 21, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to write us! We're glad that you enjoyed the food and the experience! We appreciate your kind words and support!
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Taocat
Richmond
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Oh my gosh, my favorite restaurant yet!! Amazing food and terrific service!!
Afghan BistroResponded on March 7, 2022
Thank you, we are honored to be your favorite! We appreciate your support!
A
Ameena
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff was AMAZING and the food was delicious!!!!! Had such a nice time!!!!
Afghan BistroResponded on February 21, 2022
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad you enjoyed dining with us!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Get the Mazza appetizer. Everything was delicious
Afghan BistroResponded on February 21, 2022
Thank you for your recommendation and thank you for joining us!
KJ
KelleyJ
St. Louis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service, every time we have a chance to go out, this is where we go, great for vegans!
Afghan BistroResponded on February 21, 2022
Thank you for your support! We're glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, all the dishes we ordered were so tasty! Friendly service. Our favorite neighborhood restaurant.
Afghan BistroResponded on February 21, 2022
Thank you! We're glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Wonderful as always.
Afghan BistroResponded on February 17, 2022
Thank you for dining with us!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and atmosphere was simply amazing. Quite and easy to have a nice conversation. Service is on point.
Afghan BistroResponded on February 16, 2022
Thank you for your kind words and support!
V
Vday
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience - well crafted menu and service was kind and attentive.
Afghan BistroResponded on February 15, 2022
Thank you for joining us for the holiday! We appreciate your kind words and support!
K
Kreatout
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food! Great staff!! Truly a gem…
Afghan BistroResponded on February 14, 2022
Thank you for your kind words!
J
John
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Highly recommended, they finally updated the wine list
Afghan BistroResponded on February 14, 2022
Thank you, John!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was very friendly and the ambiance was warm and inviting. Food was really delicious. We had a variety of appetizers which were all excellent. This was our first time here, and I would definitely go here again (and again).
Afghan BistroResponded on February 9, 2022
We're glad that you enjoyed for first visit with us and look forward to your future visits! Thank you!

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 1071 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 22, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(703) 337-4722

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

Website
http://www.afghanbistro.com/
Phone number
(703) 337-4722
Catering
For more information about catering please give us a call.
Private party contact
Wais Shirzoi: (703) 337-4722

Afghan Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Lamb &amp Beef Tenderloin

Pumpkin Dumplings

Lamb Shank Moghuli

Mazza (Appetizers)

Bistro Signature Mix Grill Mazza$15.95

Carrot Slaw$4.95

Hot Mazza Assortment$10.95

Kadoo Turnovers {Boulanee}$5.95

Lamb Tenderloin$7.95

Leek and Scallion Dumplings {Aushak}$5.95

Quroti$5.95

Mix Grill Mazza$11.95

Potato & Leek Turnover {Boulanee}$4.95

Pumpkin Dumplings$5.95

Roasted Eggplant or Butternut Squash {Bouraanee}$5.95

Roasted Eggplant Puree {Barta}$4.95

Sabzi Turnovers {Boulanee}$5.95

Sambosa$4.95

Seekh Kabob$6.95

Spicy Beef Dumplings {Mantu}$5.95

Yogurt with Cucumber & Dill$4.95

Soup & Salads

Bistro Signature Lentil Soup

Bistro Salad$5.95

Mixed Green Salad$4.95

Jaan-e-Ama$5.95

Burgers & Wraps

Beef Bistro Burger$8.95

Beef Wrap$8.95

Chicken Wrap$8.95

Salmon Wrap$10.95

Entrées

Braised Beef with Greens {Sabzi Chalaou}$11.95

Leek and Scallion Dumplings {Auskak}$11.95

Qabuli Palou$13.95

Rissoto & Beef {Sholah}$11.95

Spicy Beef Dumplings {Mantu}$11.95

Chops and Kabobs

Aracosian Lamb Platter$34.95

Beef Tenderloin$15.95

Beef Tenderloin and Chicken Kabob$15.95

Bistro Signature Lamb Chops & Tenderloin Kabob$19.95

Boneless Juicy Chicken Thigh Kabob$10.50

Chicken Breast Kabob$11.50

Chicken & Ground Beef Kabob$12.95

Frenched Rack of Lamb {Chopaan}$15.95

Ground Beef Kabob {Seekh}$9.95

Lamb Chop Duo$26.95

Lamb Shoulder Chops$17.95

Lamb & Beef Tenderloin$29.95

Lamb Tenderloin$21.95

Salmon$12.95

Surf and Turf$19.95

Vegetarian

Baadenjaan Chalou$8.95

Baadenjaan Karahi$10.95

Baadenjaan Moghuli$10.95

Kachaloo Chalou$7.95

Kachaloo with Mushrooms Lawaan$10.95

Kachaloo with Mushrooms & Sabzi Lawaan$10.95

Kadoo Chalou$8.95

Leek & Scallion Dumplings {Aushak}$9.95

Qabuli Combination Platter$11.95

Sabzi Chalou$8.95

Sabzi Lawaan$10.95

Sabzi Moghuli$10.95

Spicy Rissotto with Eggplant and Butternut Squash$11.95

Qormas (Stews)

Chicken Lawaan$10.95

Chicken Sabzi Lawaan$11.95

Chicken Ryehaan$11.95

Chicken Karahi$13.95

Chicken Aracosian$13.95

Lamb Shank Moghuli$16.95

Lamb Shank Sabzi Moghuli$15.95