Kabul Darbar Alumrock Road, located in Birmingham, is a gem for lovers of authentic Afghan cuisine. Nestled at 912 Alum Rock Rd, this restaurant evokes the rich flavors of the Peshawar region, much to the delight of patrons. Notable dishes include the succulent Chapal Kebab and the indulgent Lamb Karahi, both praised for their tenderness and depth of flavor. Customer reviews confirm the mastery of Afghani cooking here, with Salik Z highlighting the melt-in-your-mouth Lamb Shank hidden within the Kabuli Palau. Hassan Rehman echoes this sentiment, describing the experience as “heaven,” with the juicy kebabs and warm naan stealing the show. The cozy atmosphere makes it ideal for family gatherings, as noted by Rose Anne from PrettyLittleDiners.x, who appreciated both the quick service and the welcoming decor. The restaurant's dedication to freshness shines through as dishes retain their delightful taste even as leftovers, suggesting quality ingredients and careful preparation. For those seeking a taste of traditional Afghan fare, Kabul Darbar is a must-visit destination, offering a hearty and satisfying dining experience that celebrates the essence of communal meals and flavorful bites.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair accessible entrance
Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
No wheelchair accessible restroom
Service options
Offers curbside pickup
Offers delivery
Offers takeout
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves halal food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has restroom
Atmosphere
Casual
Cozy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Lunch reservations recommended
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free parking lot
Free street parking
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Reviews For Kabul Darbar Alumrock Road
Salik Z
May 30,2025
Proper Afghani food. The Chicken wings just looking at them you knew were going to be good - succulent and flavorsome. The Lamb Chops were also bang on with the right amount of char and the me was just perfect - again succulent, tender and flavorsome. The 0.5kg Lamb karahi was made to perfection. I had the Afghani rice with raisins and julienne carrots. What was a surprise to me was the piece of Lamb Shank hidden underneath which I was not expecting at all; absolutely melt in your mouth. Would definitely go back to this place
Hassan Rehman
Apr 20,2025
For a moment i thought im in peshawar, my pathan brother, juicy chapli kabab, salty mutton, that naan, the noise uffffff i was in heaven Alhamduli’Lah الحمداللہ Awesome simply awesome Must must must try and have their food The afghani lamb tikka was from heavens Chapal kabab was like melting in my mouth 200% authentic food from peshawar.
Traveler
Apr 11,2025
Kabul Darbar offers a satisfying dining experience with its delicious pulao and flavorful mutton karahi. Both dishes were well-prepared, rich in taste, and true to authentic Afghan flavors. The cozy setting adds to the charm, making it a great place for traditional food lovers. It's definitely worth a visit for hearty meals!
Rose Anne (PrettyLittleDiners.x)
Mar 24,2025
I can here with my husband for a quiet meal. We ordered a family naan , lamb karahi half KG, one chapli kebab & bottled soft drink. This cosy restaurant tucked away, is super family friendly. If you haven’t been there before, it’s a must try! The family area seating is small, & so are the womens toilet. Very boxy. But tbh that doesn’t bother me, as I never use public toilets, I’m very fussy. Only used this one to wash my hands before & after eating. The service was very quick, polite & our food didn’t take long. I would say between 15 - 25mins. Our drinks came to us first. We got served a light salad with 2 sauces, one mint sauce & chilli sauce. We didn’t really notice how long it took for our food to arrive. But was relatively quick as we knew what we wanted as my husband has been here prior, so our choice of food was easy & simple. The Chapli kebab is tender, not too spicy but it does have heat. I’ve been to other restaurants that serve Chapli kebab, this by far has to be the most tender of them all. Didn’t break into a hard chunk, the Kebab had all fresh ingredients, even after we packed our food. The food once reheated for left overs, still had the exact same taste & flavour as we had just brought it home from the restaurant. The lamb karahi was filling & extremely tender, personally a bit spicy for me, but it tasted even better the next day. So the spice was worth it for me. The family naan was huge, I didn’t expect it to be. But it was so soft & easily pulled apart to break. Complimented the lamb karahi perfectly. We also packed this & the next day, reheating on a non stick pan, the naan did not flake or crumble. Tasted the exact same. For a quiet restaurant, it was very very good. Wholesome decor, simple menus not fuss nothing. I would highly recommend this restaurant. One critique I would say, I would definitely ask for less spice. But that is because my spice tolerance is non existent. I personally cannot handle spices. But good place to go, to have a chilled evening quick & hearty meal.
Umar Farooq
Feb 28,2025
Went here with friends and had a variety of dishes, including kabuli palau, peshwari chapal kebab, chicken karahi, lamb karahi, channa, mix grill and peshwari naan. Have to say every single dish was delicious. The lamb was so soft and tender and chapal kebab also on point. Service was also quick and friendly.
Mark Stevens
Feb 21,2025
First time at an afghan restaurant and it was amazing! Pre-ordered food and it came straight out, hot, fresh and well cooked Would definitely recommend the Chapli kebab
Kamran & Shaista
Feb 18,2025
Authentic Afgan Food. I am never disappointed. Family eating area. Plenty of parking space. Tried almost the whole menu, all very tasty and satisfying.
Natashah Khattack
Feb 15,2025
I come here especially for the chapli kebab. It is so tender and texture is on point. Not too salty and exactly how it tastes in peshawar. Exactly to break and not tough. Good value for money.
Reviews For Kabul Darbar Alumrock Road