Fragrant basmati rice slow-cooked in a savoury broth, layered with caramelized carrots and raisins, and crowned with a whole slow-braised lamb shank. This is Afghan comfort food at its most generous, a house special beloved by our regulars.
Kabuli Pulao is Afghanistan's national dish, and the lamb shank version is one of our most requested items. Long-grain rice is slow-cooked in a rich broth so it takes on deep, savoury flavour, then finished with sweet caramelized carrots and raisins.
The lamb shank is braised low and slow until it's meltingly tender and falls easily off the bone, served whole atop the rice. It's a generous, satisfying dish meant to be shared at the table.
Rice Dishes Fan
"The kabuli pulao with shank and biryani are outstanding — the rice is fragrant, cooked just right, and the meat portions are generous. The flavours remind me of home cooking from Afghanistan and Pakistan, and everything is halal and family-friendly."
Family Group
"One of the best Shinwari/Pakistani spots in northeast Calgary. The goat and lamb karahi are packed with flavour, the meat is tender and the spices are authentic without being overwhelmingly hot. Portion sizes are large enough for families and prices are reasonable for the quantity of food."
First-Time Visitor
"Impressed by the cleanliness, portion sizes and taste of the food, especially the chicken karahi and fresh naan. Great value for money — two dishes easily fed our group. We'll definitely be back to try the nihari and kebabs."
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Address
11 Castleridge Boulevard NE
Calgary, AB T3J 1L2, Canada
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Hours
Mon–Thu: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Fri: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sat: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sun: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM