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Zarak by Afghan Kitchen

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is one of the best halal restaurants in Vancouver for dinner, especially if you want a strong option in Mount Pleasant.

Mount Pleasant keeps absorbing whatever the city throws at it — brewpubs, ramen counters, the endless convoy of brunch spots — and Zarak by Afghan Kitchen has quietly carved out a lane that none of those places can touch.

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Rating (Google) 9.2
1,703 reviews
Vancouver
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9.2
Rating
Based on 1703 reviews
Best used for
dinner and halal
Price and pace
Good value
Neighborhood
Mount Pleasant · 2102 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 0K1, Canada
Price
Good value
Google rating
9.2 from 1,703 reviews
Phone
(604) 318-3456
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What to order

Signature dishes at Zarak by Afghan Kitchen

Wagyu Tartare

Toasted Cumin, Garlic Aioli, Papadum

Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Cumin Rubbed Boneless Thigh, Afghan BBQ Glaze, Black Sesame

Chicken Kebab

Saffron Marinade, Seasonal Vegetables, Yogurt Chutney

Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder

Eggplant, Toasted Almonds, Chutney

Fish Masala Curry

Steelhead Trout, Steamed Bok Choy, Coriander, Garam Masala

Why go

What makes Zarak by Afghan Kitchen worth the move

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is a strong halal option in Mount Pleasant in Vancouver when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. Wagyu Tartare and Buttermilk Fried Chicken also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 1,703 Google reviews.

What to know fast

Public rating
9.2 from 1,703 Google reviews
Best used for
dinner and halal
Style
Halal in Mount Pleasant
Spend
Good value

Best for

Know before you go

Google rating: 9.2 from 1,703 reviews
Price point: value
Popular dishes: Wagyu Tartare, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Chicken Kebab
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What diners are saying

0 diner reviews · reviewed by Carlos Mendez for Zarak by Afghan Kitchen

Google snapshot
9.2 from 1,703 reviews
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Editorial review by Carlos Mendez
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For now, Zarak by Afghan Kitchen holds a 9.2 rating across 1,703 Google reviews.

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Quick details

Address
2102 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 0K1, Canada
Phone
(604) 318-3456
Price
value
TastyPals score
Coming soon
Google rating
9.2 (1,703 reviews)
Cuisine
Halal
Neighborhood
Mount Pleasant

Frequently asked questions

What cuisine does Zarak by Afghan Kitchen serve?

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is a Halal restaurant located in Mount Pleasant, Vancouver. Mount Pleasant keeps absorbing whatever the city throws at it — brewpubs, ramen counters, the endless convoy of brunch spots — and Zarak by Afghan Kitchen has quietly carved out a lane that none of those places can touch.

What is Zarak by Afghan Kitchen best for?

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is best for halal, dinner. Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is a strong halal option in Mount Pleasant in Vancouver when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. Wagyu Tartare and Buttermilk Fried Chicken also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 1,703 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Zarak by Afghan Kitchen?

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is in the Good value price range (value). Google rating: 9.2 from 1,703 reviews

What should I order at Zarak by Afghan Kitchen?

Start with Wagyu Tartare, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Chicken Kebab and Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Zarak by Afghan Kitchen worth visiting?

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen holds a 9.2 Google rating from 1,703 reviews. Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is a strong halal option in Mount Pleasant in Vancouver when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. Wagyu Tartare and Buttermilk Fried Chicken also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 1,703 Google reviews.

Where is Zarak by Afghan Kitchen located?

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is located at 2102 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 0K1, Canada. Directions are available via Google Maps.

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