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Afghanistan - The Afghan Horse-men Restaurant(1972 total words in this text) (1217 Reads) 
The Afghan Horse-men Restaurant - 2007 Review by "Party Diva" of SMiLES+FLiRTS
#202 - 1833 Anderson Street (2nd Floor)
Located at the entrance to Granville Island just behind Starbucks Coffee shop
Vancouver, BC
Tel: 604.873.5923
Website: http://www.afghanhorsemen.com
Email: contact@afghanhorsemen.com
NOTE: No reservations are taken through email!
Please call the restaurant for prompt service if you wish to make a reservation.
For a unique atmosphere and dining experience be sure to come to Vancouver’s own Afghan Horsemen. Formerly on Broadway by Cambie Street, this restaurant is now located just outside of the entrance of Granville Island. (For those who remember, this location used to be the Cotton Club, one of the few Turkish restaurants in town.) It now welcomes new visitors and old friends to the new home of the Afghan Horsemen. Known for their authentic cuisine, unique atmosphere decorated with an array of fabrics, paraphernalias, lavish pillows, and the music playing in the background. Once you enter the restaurant, you will feel like you’ve been taken away.
This large venue is divided into three rooms that can accommodate groups of all sizes from an intimate table for two to larger groups. The two rooms are designed for dining on low tables while sitting cozy on their lavish pillows. These rooms can be intimate and is perfect for private functions. The main room has tables and booths for those who prefer sitting at the table. Come and dine in all the rooms for a well-rounded experience.
To add to your dining pleasure, bellydancing entertainment happens after 8:30pm over the weekends. As this place can get full, be sure you have a reservation to ensure your spot to enjoy this weekend entertainment.
Enjoy the Afghanistan cuisine available both meat and vegetarian with vegan options. Platters are an excellent option of sampling variety of items and add a great dining experience as an alternative to ordering individual plates. This ends up being an easy option as the menu is large and it can be a challenge deciding on what to order.
For our experience, we ordered the Vegetarian Special (variety plate includes baked rice with Kabuli topping - sautéed carrots, raisons & almonds, served with baked eggplant, Dahl - lentil stew, Salata with Feta Cheese, Pakawra - batter fried potatoes & Chaka), Aush Soup (Special Afghan Noodle Soup, cooked in a mixture of onions, garlic, tomatoes, different herbs, mixed with yogurt & mint flakes.), and Dolmah (Stuffed cabbage roll, topped with ground beef or vegetarian). The meals were lightly spiced and very tasty.
The service was attentive once you were sat down but since it was a Saturday night when we made the visit, the restaurant was filled with patrons enjoying the same delights. For future note, if you do plan to dine over the weekend, consider getting a reservation, that way you are sure to be seated promptly once you enter the door. That way you can start the dining experience off on a good note for your date.
This is one of Vancouver's hottest places to wine and dine your date. With the ambience, cuisine and entertainment, you can enjoy a great evening out of the ordinary. Or come out as a pre-theatre/show dinner. If nothing special is planned after dinner, perhaps head down to Granville Island for an evening stroll along the waters enjoying the waterfront view.
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Afghan Horsemen Menu – 2007
(please check with the restaurant for updated version as they may be subject to changes)
APPETIZERS
HUMUS
- Afghan style lentil dip with pita
SABZI MAST
- Spinach & yogurt dip with pita
KHAYAR MAST
- Yogurt & cucumber dip with pita
3 DIP COMBO
- A combination of Humus, Sabzi Mast & Khayar Mast with Pita
PAKAWRA
- Batter fried potatoes with homemade yogurt dip
ZUCCHINI PAKAWRA
- Batter fried zucchini with homemade yogurt dip
SAMBOSA (Beef or Vegetarian)
- Specially spiced ground beef with mixed veggies, wrapped in dough & deep-fried
BOULANY
Wheat crust stuffed with mashed potatoes, onions & green onions, pan fried & served with Chaka (sour cream & yogurt) available with Ground Beef, Spinach and Feta Cheese or Lentils
COMBINATION APPETIZER
- A plate of Humus, Sabzi Mast, Salata with Feta Cheese & Pakawra, all served with pita
APPETIZER PLATTER
- A platter of Salata with Feta Cheese, Humus, Sabzi Mast, Boulany & Sambosa, all served with Chaka (sour cream & yogurt) and Pita
SALAD
SALATA
- Mixed onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, green peppers & mint flakes with our homemade Cilantro dressing (Dressing has Walnuts)
HOMEMADE SOUPS
AUSH SOUP
- Special Afghan Noodle Soup, cooked in a mixture of onions, garlic, tomatoes, different herbs, mixed with yogurt & mint flakes. Available Vegetarian or Ground Beef
KOCHA SOUP
- Special Afghan Lentil Soup (Vegetarian)
SIDE DISHES
BADENJAN BORANI
- Baked Eggplant with herbs topped with Chaka
DAHL
- Yellow Lentil Stew
DOLMAH
- Stuffed cabbage roll, topped with ground beef OR vegetarian
SABZI
- Cooked Spinach topped with vegetable sauce
TURSHIE
- Pickled Vegetables
PITA BREAD
- Whole Wheat Pita Bread
TRADITIONAL SPECIALTIES
KABULI PALAW
- Baked rice topped with Kabuli (sautéed carrots, raisons & almonds), served with spinach, cauliflower, cooked potato, and your choice of Baked Lamb Shank, OR Chunks of Beef Stew
BADENJAN BORANI
- Baked Eggplant with herbs, topped with Chaka (sour cream & yogurt), served with baked rice, spinach, and your choice of Baked Lamb Shank, or Chunks of Beef Stew
DAHL PALAW
- Lentil Stew served with baked rice, spinach, and your choice of Tender Baked Lamb Shank, OR Chunks of Beef Stew
DOLMAH
- Cabbage leaves stuffed with rice, tomatoes & herbs, baked to perfection, served with ground beef and Chaka (sour cream & yogurt)
AUSHAK
- Afghan Ravioli stuffed with cheese, topped with cooked spinach, Chaka (sour cream & yogurt), ground beef, spices & herbs
SPECIALTY PLATTERS – VEGETARIAN AND MEAT
*** ALL PLATTERS MAY BE ORDERED FOR ODD NUMBERS ALSO ***
KEBAB PLATTER DELIGHT
- This Meat Lovers Special starts with an appetizer of Humus & Sabzi Mast, Salata with Feta Cheese, and Whole Wheat Pita Bread.
The main dish includes Chicken Shish Kebab, Lamb Shish Kebab, Beef Shish Kebab, Lamb Shoulder, served with sautéed onions in vinegar, Salata (minced salad), Pakawra (batter fried potatoes), Chaka (sour cream & yogurt dip), & our special Pita Bread.
*** Baked Rice with Kabuli served at your request***
HORSEMEN’S SPECIAL PLATTER
- This combination of Meat & Veggie Platter starts with an appetizer of Humus & Sabzi Mast, Salata with Feta Cheese, and Whole Wheat Pita Bread.
The main dish includes Boneless Chicken Shish Kebab, Lamb Shish Kebab, Lamb Shoulder, Baked Rice, Baked Eggplant, Dolmah (cabbage roll), Pakawra (batter fried potatoes), & Chaka (sour cream & yogurt dip)
*** Beef Shish Kebab may be substituted for Lamb Shish Kebab ***
VEGETARIAN’S PLATTER DELIGHT (CAN BE ORDERED VEGAN ALSO)
This Vegetarian variety starts with an appetizer of Humus & Sabzi Mast, Salata with Feta Cheese, and Whole Wheat Pita Bread.
The main dish includes Baked Rice with Kabuli Topping (sautéed carrots, raisons & almonds), served with Aushak (Afghan Ravioli), Baked Eggplant, Dahl (yellow lentil stew), Pakawra (batter fried potatoes), and Chaka (sour cream & yogurt dip)
FROM OUR CHARCOAL GRILL
All Shish Kebab Plates come with either:
(1) Baked Rice, Salata with Feta Cheese, Pakawra (batter fried potatoes) & Chaka (sour cream & yogurt dip)
OR
(2) Baked Rice & Cooked Vegetables (Cauliflower, Spinach & Cooked Potato)
LAMB SHISH KEBAB
- Marinated skewer of New Zealand Boneless Lamb
CHICKEN SHISH KEBAB
- Marinated skewer of Boneless Chicken Breast
BEEF SHISH KEBAB
- Marinated skewer of Top Sirloin Beef
COMBO KEBAB
- One big skewer of all kebabs (Lamb, Chicken & Beef)
LAMB SHOULDER
- Tender marinated pieces of Lamb Shoulder served with Baked Rice, Salata with Feta Cheese, Pakawra (batter fried potatoes) & Chaka (sour cream & yogurt dip)
KARAHI
- Charcoal broiled Lamb Shish Kebab, served with fried eggs, sautéed onions, green peppers & tomatoes, served sizzling hot. A very authentic Afghan dish
CHALAW KEBAB
- Combination skewers of marinated Lamb Shish Kebab & Shommie Kebab (lean ground beef skewer), broiled on charcoal, served with Chalaw (basmati rice), grilled tomato & Turshie (pickled vegetables)
SHOMMIE KEBAB
- Marinated lean ground beef broiled on charcoal, topped with Salata (minced salad) & Chaka (sour cream & yogurt), wrapped in a pita & served with Salata with Feta Cheese, Pakawra (batter fried potatoes) & Chaka dip
VEGETARIAN DISHES
KABULI PALAW
- Baked rice topped with Kabuli (sautéed carrots, raisons & almonds), served with spinach, cooked potato, cauliflower & Chaka (sour cream & yogurt dip)
BADENJAN BORANI
- Baked eggplant with herbs, topped with Chaka (sour cream & yogurt), served with baked rice, spinach & cooked potato
VEGETABLE DELIGHT
- This variety includes baked rice, cooked spinach, cauliflower, baked eggplant topped with Chaka (sour cream & yogurt) and Pakawra (batter fried potatoes) and Chaka dip.
DAHL PALAW
- Lentil Stew served with baked rice, cooked spinach, & cooked potato
SABZIJAT
Baked rice served with Dahl (lentil stew), cauliflower, cooked spinach, Pakawra (batter fried potatoes) and Chaka (sour cream & yogurt dip)
DOLMAH
- Cabbage leaves stuffed with rice, tomatoes & herbs, then baked to perfection, Served with Chaka (sour cream & yogurt), & our special veggie sauce
DOLMAH & VEGGIE PLATE
- This variety plate includes a vegetarian Dolmah (cabbage roll), served with baked eggplant, cooked spinach, cauliflower & cooked potato
AUSHAK
- Afghan Ravioli stuffed with cheese, topped with cooked spinach, Chaka (sour cream & yogurt) & our special veggie sauce (tomato based)
VEGAN PLATE
- For strict Vegan’s, we have a plate of baked rice with Kabuli topping (sautéed carrots & almonds), Dahl (lentil stew), cauliflower, Salata & Pakawra (batter fried potatoes), with a vegetarian sauce dip.
VEGETARIAN SPECIAL
This variety plate includes baked rice with Kabuli topping (sautéed carrots, raisons & almonds), served with baked eggplant, Dahl (lentil stew), Salata with Feta Cheese, Pakawra (batter fried potatoes) & Chaka
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