
Nihari
£14.95Beef shin simmered overnight in a velvety spiced gravy, finished with fresh ginger, green chilli and coriander.

Three rich cuisines under one golden roof — slow-cooked nihari and sizzling charsi karahi, hand-pressed chapli kebab and lamb-shank Kabuli pulao, with Indo-Chinese favourites for the whole table.
On Greenford Road, by Sudbury Hill station.
Open daily, from 8:00 at weekendsGet directions →
Pakistani, Afghan and Indo-Chinese cooking side by side — a few of the dishes to start with.
Slow-cooked classics and karahi

Beef shin simmered overnight in a velvety spiced gravy, finished with fresh ginger, green chilli and coriander.

Traditional trotter soup, slow-simmered until rich, silky and deeply spiced.

Cooked in a traditional wok with fresh tomato, green chilli, coarse salt and black pepper. Chicken or lamb, half or full kilo.
From the Kabul and Pashtun table

Hand-flattened Pashtun-style minced meat kebab — crisp outside, tender in the centre, with coriander seed and crushed chilli.

Slow-cooked lamb shank on dum-style basmati, topped with caramelised carrot, raisins and almonds.

Lamb chops, lamb ribs, seekh kebabs, chicken tikka, wings and lamb tikka from the charcoal grill, with rice and chips. Serves 2–3; £79.95 for 4–6.
Wok-fired, tangy and spicy

Crispy chicken in a tangy, spicy garlic-soy sauce with spring onion and capsicum.

Wok-tossed noodles with chicken, crunchy vegetables and savoury Indo-Chinese seasoning.

Bring the family. Platters for two to six, chapli kebabs by the trio and karahi by the half or full kilo.
Classic, passion fruit, strawberry and coke mojitos at £4.45 each — or a jug of mango lassi to share.




The dishes our guests come back for again and again — and what they say about us on Google.
Our most-ordered dishes
“Absolutely amazing food! The Chapli Kebab, Charsi Karahi, and Kabuli Pulao were all outstanding. Everything was full of authentic flavours, perfectly cooked, and beautifully seasoned. The Chapli Kebab was especially delicious, and the Charsi Karahi had that perfect rich, traditional taste. The Kabuli Pulao was equally impressive—fragrant, tasty, and perfectly cooked. Definitely one of the best places for authentic asian food. Highly recommended!”
“We tried the chefs special Chapli kebab and kabuli pulao and it was the best one we had in london. Our host Lily was very sweet and helpful she catered to our every need. Highly recommended”
“I've both dined in and gotten take out from here and it's always excellent. First time I dined in, my server was very helpful. The Burani Afghani was so good that I think it's my new favourite way to have aubergine/eggplant and the Chapli Kebab was super flavourful.”
“Really enjoyed the food here. Everything was full of flavour, well cooked and the portions were generous. The meat was tender, the rice was delicious, and the food tasted fresh. Friendly service and good value for money too. Definitely a nice place for Afghan food — would happily come back.”
“Food was fantastic, the kebabs were really juicy. We ordered the Kobeedas and Grilled chicken with rice. Amazing flavours. The service was also amazing, Fatima was very attentive and polite. I will definitely come back.”
“Mixed platter was really enjoyable and their Koubideh was fantastic. The Chapali Kebab was pretty good too - I liked the way the seasoned onions were topped up on it. … Their Koubideh also comes in a wrap form and this with their white sauce goes a treat. Overall enjoyed it here”
“We were 50 people and really enjoyed the food and service. … Very tasty food and great service. We will come again and again. Very friendly Staff and well managed restaurant.”
“Absolutely amazing food and experience! The flavours were rich authentic n perfectly cooked. Every dish tasted fresh and full of spice, truly representing the country’s cuisine. The portions were generous, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the staff were friendly and attentive. You can really tell a lot of care goes into the food here. Highly recommend this restaurant — I’ll definitely be coming back!”
“Great Afghan food, but what stood out was how attentive and polite Fatima was. I would definitely return for the food and friendly service. Chapli kebab, chicken and kobeda were all fresh and tasty!”
“The Kabuli Pulao was absolutely delicious, and all the chicken dishes were very tasty and perfectly cooked. A special thanks to Rose, who served us so well. She was very friendly, always smiling, and spoke so nicely. … Highly recommended!”
“Wow amazing!! Ordered the whole chicken and it was cooked to perfection and seasoned very well. Nothing to complain about. Honestly 10/10. Will defo be ordering again and highly recommend this place.”
“We’ve visited this restaurant a couple of times now, and every visit has been fantastic. The food is absolutely amazing, the service is warm and attentive, and Rose is incredibly kind and welcoming — especially with my kids, which made such a difference for us. … Amazing food, lovely atmosphere, and great value… we’ll definitely be back!”
“…It was so delicious and tasty and freshly cooked some of Afghanistan dishes. Everyone really enjoyed the meal with a very very calm and lovely atmosphere in this little place. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone to try.”
“Tried this restaurant on recommendation and was not disappointed at all. Clean environment, great fresh food, quick and friendly service and very decent rates, I went with a group of 10 and everyone was happy with the food. Will go again.”
“The food was absolutely amazing! … This is TOO good to be true, what a scrumptious meal. We come for brunches and dinners and the amount of food is just perfect.”
“Delicious and satisfying food with generous portions. … The meat is flavorful and well-cooked, making it a great choice for sharing.”
“Absolutely delicious, it's always a hit. We are never disappointed when we come for dinner. Food is always fresh and taste homemade. Absolute perfection.”
“Delicious food, Top service by Rose and nice atmosphere. Highlights of the day was the chaply kabab”
“Beautiful resturant & the food was super good! Delicious & very flavourful. Would definitely recommend & come back!”
“Amazing food which was well cooked and tasty, excellent service by Rose and will definitely be back! Thank you for a brilliant dinner experience.”

From an intimate family function to a celebration for 500, we bring the same rich Pakistani, Afghan and Indo-Chinese cooking to your event. Pick from our menu or let us build a menu around your guests and your occasion.
Look for the golden Zaiqa-E-Mehfil sign on Greenford Road.
| Monday | 11:30 – 23:30 |
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| Tuesday | 11:30 – 23:30 |
| Wednesday | 11:30 – 23:30 |
| Thursday | 11:30 – 23:30 |
| Friday | 11:30 – 23:30 |
| Saturday | 08:00 – 23:30 |
| Sunday | 08:00 – 23:30 |
Walk in, or call 07435 820678 to reserve a table. Open every day, Mon–Fri 11:30–23:30 · Sat–Sun 8:00–23:30.