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Top tips

Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Ask staff to help navigate the separate vegan menu; reviewers say they can explain which dishes are vegan and help assemble a meal.
  • Good to know: Check which dips are vegan before eating the complimentary bread and dips; one reviewer found that one dip wasn't vegan.
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  • Try the vegan sampler platter or pumpkin dumplings, both praised by reviewers.
  • Ask about vegan dessert availability; a reviewer noted that vegan sorbets may be available even though dessert wasn't listed on the vegan menu.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention afghan food, dip platter and sampler platter.

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Also baadenjaan moghuli, greens, kadoo, sabzi moghuli, tasting menu, vegetarian flight and lentil soup.

Good for

The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and generous portions.

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Also praised for attentive service, lively atmosphere and good value.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

This family-owned Afghan restaurant pairs a substantial, separate vegan menu with a warm, casual dining room. Reviewers praise the vegan sampler, pumpkin dumplings, and spiced stews; staff are described as attentive and knowledgeable about what can be made vegan.

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5100 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
12:00–21:00
Wednesday
12:00–21:00
Thursday
12:00–21:00
Friday
12:00–22:00
Saturday
12:00–22:00
Sunday
12:00–21:00

the food

5.0 out of 5. Spinach Rating

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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Abundant · 10+ dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Very knowledgeable
protein
lentils

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

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