Reviews for Khyber Pass Zarparan Restaurant in San Diego, CA

If you have a craving for some Middle Eastern food, I would recommend this place. Even though we did not know most of the... foods, the waiter was patient to explain and recommend meals based on what we wanted. Just a heads up, the Kachaloo Chalao hasfruits(says it on the menu). Unfortunately, my buddy was unable to enjoy it since he said it tasted a little too fruity andweird. Also, the house doogh did not taste good. It was our first time, which may be a factor as well. This place charges anautomatic 18% gratuity; there's a sign that says so. However, after paying, there's still an option to include gratuity. I guessyou don't necessarily have to, but if people don't notice the automatic deduction, they may tip twice. Not that it's the faultof the restaurant. I would recommend this place. The food was great. Read more

Just had an amazing meal here! Everything was delicious and the service was excellent. You could feel the love in the food. I... will return here for many more meals. Fantastic Read more

Nothing to complain about ... Everything was excellent. The staff was friendly, nice ambiance with both indoor and outdoor... seating. The spices, flavors and aromas of the food were amazing! The portions were generous. We started with the appetizerplate to share. It was more than enough for four. ($14). I ordered #32. Very tender lamb, (or you can get chicken), in azesty stew like sauce served with basmati rice that was perfumed with cinnamon, cardamon, anise and clove. On top the rice werecaramelized shaved carrots with raisins and currents. Excellent! ($20). I left with half of it. Next time I might try sharingsome of the items including the entree just to sample more flavors. Save room for the Baklava (2 pieces $4) or the saffron,rose water ice cream with pistachio. ($7). In case you haven't noticed it was all very affordable! I'd you are vegetarian,there are lots of options for you here! Read more

The food was great. Portions were average. However, the AC was turned off, so you keep sweating while eating. Also, they force... you to pay 18% gratuity without giving you the option to choose. Read more

One word might sum up the tastiness of the flavors here- scrumptious! I wish we had places to eat like this in Texas! The dish I... got had beef in pasta shells with yogurt and peas, amongst an assortment of delightful flavors I’ve never before tasted! Read more

We have never tried Afghani food before and had a great first introduction! Our waiter gave us tons of recommendations and... helped us pick out a well rounded meal. We loved all of the food we tried! This is a wonderful date night spot! Read more

Very good! The food was delicious and came out quickly. We had the Bolani, Boneless Chicken Kabob and Afghan Chicken Curry. High... quality ingredients - the meat especially was excellent. Read more

The food was amazing! We tried bolani, beef shish kabob and kabuli polau with lamb. All the dishes were super tasty. Spice level... was perfect . The kabob and meat were well cooked , soft and juicy. If we visit San Diego again , we will definitely try thisplace again. Read more