Service is amazing and food is great! Our favourite is the lamb shoulder! The rice is delicious!

Located near Granville Island, it had almost been a decade since I was last at Afghan Horsemen. Yes prices have gone up with inflation but the delicious taste is still there! I went with a friend and we got the eggplant dip to share as an appetizer. It is quite a good size and I quite enjoyed the flavors to start off our meal. I got the lamb kebab dish for my main and it was a decent amount of food. I did wish there was a bit more seasoning on the kebab but overall it was not bad. If you are going with a large group, I recommend getting one of their platters as it is definitely what they are known for. Also if you are eating in - there is FREE PARKING for four hours which I did not know until I had already paid.

Afghan Horsemen transports your to a middle eastern wonderland through their weekly belly dancing performances. Their cushion room is a dream come true with the vibrant colours of the fabrics but low romantic lighting. It is floor seating but definitely an experience I'd recommend to all. Now that we've gotten ambience out of the way it's on to the delicious food! The platter make it easy for table sharing and come with a variety of appetizers. The horseman special platter comes with lamb chops that just melt off the bone. I devoured the humous with the soft pita bread the chicken kebabs were juicy and flavourful. If you're not a huge fan of lamb, you should opt for the beef and chicken kebabs instead. Make sure to order the 3 dip combo as it gives you a nice variety for their appetizer dips (eggplant, humus and spinach yogurt). The service is the only thing that could be a bit faster and a bit friendlier but this long loved restaurant is truly a gem in Granville island.

Cute spot with lovely theme decor. Really transports you away from the city. Great spot for all party sizes. They were able to accommodate a large party dinner very close to when we needed it. We had almost 20 people! Well attended by the waiters. The food was pretty good overall. I liked the eggplant dip the most from the sample platter.

I remember being in the car as a young kid going down Cambie Street and seeing the big bright Afghan Horseman restaurant sign at its original location by Cambie and Broadway. It always intrigued me, as a child, what Afghan food was and once I grew up I made sure I tried it out and have not looked back since. Afghan Horseman is one of my favourite local gems that I recommend to everyone over the years and it never disappoints. They offer an authentic Afghani dining experience that is both delightful and memorable. The highlight of my visit was the Horseman Platter, which showcases a variety of traditional dishes, each more flavorful than the last. The platter includes tender chicken and beef kebabs, succulent lamb shoulder, crispy potato pawkar, and an amazing baked eggplant that stands out with its rich flavors. The addition of delicious hummus, spinach dip, and a fresh greek style salad with feta complements the meal perfectly. Another standout was the potato boulany, which was simply delicious. The combination of these dishes provides a well-rounded and satisfying taste of Afghani cuisine. Afghan Horsemen is a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy authentic and flavorful Afghani food in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Came here during dine out Vancouver and holy cow everything was absolutely delicious. From the appetizers to the main courses and the dessert I can't say a bad thing. We really loved how flavourful all the meat dishes were, and those potato slices seem double fried and poufy are to die for. Ambiance is very unique and to my understanding. If you go late enough on a Friday and Saturday for dinner, they have music and belly dancing. Service quick and helpful. It's definitely a restaurant you need to check out at some point if you are visiting Vancouver or if you live here and haven't had a chance to go.

This place gets so busy and the restaurant was actually full. We were told that our meals might come out in 30-45 mins and since we can't have the table for more than 2 hours, we could only do mains and no appies. Glad we didn't do appies as the mains were huge. Ordered the platter for 2 which can easily feed 3. Chicken was a bit dry with big portions of potatoes and rice. Lamb shank was very flavourful but the chops were chewy. Service was good and the waiters came by often to refill our water. As the restaurant was full it was a tad loud so thankful there wasn't over powering music in the background like some restaurants. This place has been around for a long time. Strange location and parking is hard to find but overall great experience.

Located in Granville Island, Afghan Horseman is one of the oldest Afghani restaurants in Vancouver with mouthwatering Afghani dishes. Their menu caters for a family-style dining experience with platters that can be shared with 3-4 people. Their platters also have a variety of items and you can easily customize it to your liking. Their portions are very generous as well! I loved everything that I ordered their but the best item on their menu were their super crispy potato pakoras with their labneh dip!! It was so good and very addicting to eat, would choose this over fries any day. Their Afghan special platter had meat and veggie options which I really liked because it catered to everyone on the table. Their lamb shoulders were sooo soft they practically melted in my mouth. Their chicken kebabs were so flavourful and complimented the kabuli rice! The service at Afghan Horseman was attentive and friendly, the staff eager to guide us through the menu and provide recommendations. The showcase the Afghani culture not only through their cuisine but also through their decor! They also had a belly dancing performance on the night we went in (Friday night) which we thoroughly enjoyed and it really got us submerged in the Afghani culture. I would highly recommend this restaurant and I personally cannot wait to go back!

I remember this place from about 30 years ago it was so good! The food and experience back then was memorable so when I was in town I requested we come here to celebrate my birthday! The food is incredible. You can't go wrong with anything on this menu. They have selections for vegetarians as well. The ambiance and service were amazing! We even had an amazing belly dancer who went through the entire restaurant appear. I highly recommend this place. There is a reason why they've been around for so long. So happy they are still in business! Thanks for making my birthday so memorable! My only complaint is I wanted to stay longer and we were the last to leave it was so much fun lol! They definitely need an after hours venue for the partiers ;)))

I have been coming here for years and have NEVER had anything shy of an amazing experience. The service is wonderful. The food is amazing every time hands down, and the ambiance can't be beat. Sitting in the cushion room on a night when they have belly dancing entertainment is such a fun experience. Overall the food is the star of the restaurant. Authentic and rich flavours that leave you satisfied yet wanting more.