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What to order
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Bukhari Rice
Mentioned multiple times as one of the restaurant’s standout items, praised for being very tasty, the best rice some reviewers have ever tasted, and especially delicious with meat tikka.
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Grilled Chicken
Called out as a famous dish and described as brilliant, with reviewers highlighting its strong taste and popularity alongside the rice.
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Mutton Matki
Specifically recommended as a must-not-miss item, with reviewers noting it as a favorite dish at the restaurant.
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Kadai
Listed alongside Mutton Matki as a dish not to be missed, suggesting it is one of the restaurant’s well-liked specialties.
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Meat Tikka
Recommended through the praise for bukhari rice with meat tikka, with reviewers describing the combination as amazing and flavorful.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM to 1 AM |
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| Tuesday | 9 AM to 1 AM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM to 1 AM |
| Thursday | 9 AM to 1 AM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 1 AM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 1 AM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 1 AM |
About Afghani Restaurant
Afghani Restaurant is an Afghan restaurant in Al Buraimi, Oman, known for rice dishes, grilled chicken, and other Afghan-style plates. Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, especially the bukhari rice, the friendly staff, and the good service. The restaurant is described as casual and cozy, with seating that works for groups and solo diners. It is priced in the OMR 2 to 4 range, which reviewers often describe as good value.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Sports
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- All you can eat
- Halal food
- Happy hour food
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Afghani Restaurant known for?
It is best known for bukhari rice and grilled chicken, with reviewers also calling out the rice as especially memorable. The Afghan food is described as flavorful and a little spicy, and many reviews mention the staff and service as part of the experience.
What dishes are most recommended at Afghani Restaurant?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend bukhari rice, grilled chicken, chicken on charcoal, tawa chicken, and mutton matki or kadai items. The rice with meat tikka is also highlighted as a strong choice, especially for people looking for the restaurant’s signature Afghan flavors.
What is the atmosphere like at Afghani Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and sometimes trendy, with nice seating and family rooms that can fit about 8 people. It suits groups, families, and solo diners, though some reviews note it can get noisy when many customers are present.
Is Afghani Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is OMR 2 to 4, and reviewers specifically call it a very good price and the best price-to-quality ratio in Al Buraimi. That makes it a budget-friendly option for Afghan food, especially given the consistent praise for taste and service.
When is the best time to visit Afghani Restaurant?
Reviews suggest it can get crowded and noisy at busy times, so visiting outside peak meal rushes may be more comfortable. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night food, and it also accepts reservations if you want to plan ahead.
Is parking available at Afghani Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Afghani Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Afghani Restaurant offers vegan options.
Is the food at Afghani Restaurant halal?
Yes, Afghani Restaurant serves halal food.
Is Afghani Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Afghani Restaurant is good for kids.
