3.0
19 reviews
50% will return

Khyber Pass

523 University Avenue, San Diego, CA

Afghan$$

Halal summary

A halal certificate is clearly visible on the premises. All food at this restaurant is certified halal.

Fully halal
Alcohol served
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About Khyber Pass

The Afghan Khyber Pass has been under its original ownership for almost 16 years. We have received critical acclaim from every major food reviewer in San Diego. Each dish is authentically prepared from recipes that reach back over many generations. Our mastery of seasonings and spices create our reputation among gourmets as well as those not familiar with Afghan cookery.

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Hours

Monday11:30 AM - 08:30 PM
Tuesday11:30 AM - 08:30 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM - 08:30 PM
Thursday11:30 AM - 08:30 PM
Friday11:30 AM - 08:30 PM
Saturday11:30 AM - 08:30 PM
Sunday11:30 AM - 08:30 AM

Amenities

Prayer allowed upon request
Parking space
Restroom
To-go
Handicap access
Transit access

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Location

523 University Avenue, San Diego, CA

3.0
19 reviews·5% would return
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Abdullah Parmach

Aug 2, 20212 reviews
4

Real authentic afghan food. The meat is halal and dishes are decent size. I'm an Afghan an know my food. The Bolani and Mantu is a must try at this place . Very delicious and I ordered the Qabili and kabob. The rice is average but the kabob was good. It's a bit pricy but San Diego is usually expensive compared to LA or OC. Great service and I've been here three times and the they always are consistent compared to other Afghan restaurants like Kabul west where it's hit and mess.. overall a nice place and good atmosphere.

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Yousaf khan achakzai

Feb 14, 20191 review
1

Restaurant is too much expensive and Over taxes was charged on us and the food was served properly but the taxes and prices which they charge are too much it was a worst experience and the menu was not properly arranged 😠😠

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Adileh Sharieff

Dec 24, 20183 reviews
5

We got qabli pillar, chicken and beef kabob . Each item was really good , and fresh

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Sheikh Asim

Aug 21, 20181 review
2

It was ok. Not that great! For the medium quality of food, i think it\'s expensive. I won\'t go back to here.

Would not return
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Mahpara Khaliq

Apr 1, 20173 reviews
4

When we visited we were verbally assured by owners that it is halal. We didn't check any credentials and they do serve alcohol. We ordered sambosa for appetizers which were excellent, followed by lamb chops (also excellent, definitely recommend) and chicken with kabuli pulao which was average. They did give us complimentary dessert (firni) which was also excellent. Ambience is very nice, good decor. Good place for family, however, like mentioned before they do serve alcohol.

Would return
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Salman Ahmed

Dec 14, 20151 review
4

Very nice environment. Went their with my parents on my visit to San Diego. Food was excellent and staff was very friendly. Menu was good. Went their again after couple of days with some guest. Waiter Ehsan with his pleasant smile and hospitality added to all the good stuff. He served complimentry dessert on our first visit and special afghan qehwa(tea) on 2nd visit. Must visit place.

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Naser moiduddin

Nov 8, 20153 reviews
2

It is zabihah but restaurant caters to non Muslims more alcohol is served. Expensive small portions but nice seating area. food is good.

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Huma Pandit

Dec 31, 201411 reviews
5

The food was excellent. Especially the kabuli palow and the grilled entrees. Owner came to our table to welcome us. Decor was beautiful. Will definitely visit again.

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Atif Rizwan

Oct 26, 201442 reviews
4

Food is great. No halal sign. Checked with owner who verbally assured that it's "zabihah Halal", nice place and good food. Food and naan were fresh. Enjoyed it. Can take family again.

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Née Ham

Sep 2, 20123 reviews
5

Best afghan food in California! Wonderful service and the naans were fresh and delicious. The tea was also great and a very generous serving. The chutneys were excellent too. We had the mantu, karhai chicken, and mutton kabob (served w three different types of rice) and all were phenomenal

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Uthman IbnFarooq

Jul 9, 20096 reviews
5

The Halal Board of San Diego found out that this resturant does NOT server Zabihah food.

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Mirza Beg

May 27, 200956 reviews
2

I was told over the phone that they have halal food and they also sell alcohol. I can not trust someone who does both. Alcohol and halal food doesn't go hand in hand.

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Shazia Rehman

Aug 2, 20074 reviews
4

I was visiting San Diego and this resturant recommended to me by a local muslim brother. Ambience is nice, they did confirm meat was halal. Portions are reasonably sized and food quality was good.

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Fawad Halim

Jul 31, 200415 reviews
1

We confirmed via phone the food is not halal.

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Faisal Ahmed

Feb 8, 200423 reviews
1

I did not actually eat there as I just checked out the atmosphere which did not seam halal at all. They serve alcohol and I don't think that goes hand in hand with serving halal meat.

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N****** K********

Sep 3, 200223 reviews
1

"This place is the worst restaurant I've come across on the zabihah website, it doesn't deserve to even be listed. We walked in enquiring about halal meat, the servers had no idea what we were talking about. They serve alcohol. The quantity of served food was poor; we ordered main courses and were horrified to see the amount sitting in our plates. Although the owner promised it was halal, we were still not so sure about it. The area is really not appropriate for a nice Muslim family. Go there at your own risk!"

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Daoud Al-Ghuti

Mar 4, 20023 reviews
2

The food is very expensive and the service varies from time to time. The owner is very slippery and ill-mannered and charges you for things you did not order. The meat is probably not halal as the owner is not religious himself.

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Daoud Al-Ghuti

Jan 29, 20023 reviews
4

Although not excellent, it was pretty good and the service was good. Be prepared to have a leisurely meal. Ambiance and atmosphere was good. Mostlty locals in the dining room. Fairly pricey, portions were good.

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Daoud Al-Ghuti

May 10, 20003 reviews
1

This is establishment is not halaal according to Zabihah standards. Please note this so as to not mislead Muslims.