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You can order online! Browse our menu items and choose what you’d like to order from us.

Accepting Orders
Pickup time: Up to 45 minutes
Pickup Address: 5100 MacArthur Boulevard, Washington, DC 20016

DINNER MENU

DINNER HOURS: | Tuesday - Thursday (3:00PM - 9:00PM) | Friday - Saturday (3:00PM - 10:00PM) | Sunday (3:00PM - 9:00PM)

SPECIALS

Spicy Shinwari Karahi

Smoked and slow cooked with your choice of chicken, lamb or veal. Cooked in spicy tomato qorma infused with garam masala, ginger, and fresh tomatoes. Served with pickled onions and peppers over toasted afghan bread.

$25.95

Afghania Dhood Palou

Smoked and slow braised lamb shank served over top of seasoned basmati rice topped with julienne carrots, raisins, and crushed pistachios. Served with a side of roasted eggplant.

$27.95

Lamb Shoulder with Okra

Bone in lamb shoulder slow cooked in a tomato based stew with okra, infused with garam masala. Served over saffron infused basmati rice.

$29.95

Kichir-e-Quroot

Classical savory dish. Slow cooked short grain rice, chickpeas, kidney beans, lentils. Served with choice of veal or eggplant qorma, finished with yogurt garlic drizzle and fried onions.

$22.95

Shorwa Watanee

Traditional soup with slow cooked potatoes, carrots, beans, and cilantro overtop of afghan bread. Served with pickled onions and jalapenos.

$21.95

MAZZA (APPETIZERS)

Bistro Signature Mix Grill Mazza

Marinated and charbroiled lamb shoulder chops, lamb rib chops, lamb tenderloin and beef tenderloin, served with spicy fresh herb chutney

$26.95

Mix Grill Mazza

Marinated and charbroiled salmon, ground beef, beef tenderloin and lamb rib chop, served with avocado yogurt

$23.95

Hot Mazza Assortment

Aushak, mantu, baadenjaan, kadoo, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$22.95

Quroti

Afghan bread topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$13.95

Baadenjaan Bouranee App

Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$13.95

Kadoo Bouranee App

Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$13.95

Carrot Slaw

Julienne carrots cooked with brown sugar and cardamom, chilled and tossed with fresh citrus

$8.95

Potato & Leek Turnovers

Stuffed with potatoes and leeks, fried until crisp, served with a side of avocado yogurt

$14.95

Sabzi Turnovers

Stuffed with slow cooked greens, fried until crisp, served with a side of avocado yogurt

$14.95

Kadoo Turnovers

Stuffed with butternut squash, fried until crisp

$14.95

Samarooq Turnovers

Stuffed with mushrooms, fried until crisp, served with a side of avocado yogurt

$14.95

Sambosa

Stuffed with a minced beef and lentil qorma, fried until crisp, topped with powdered sugar and cardamom

$14.95

Pumpkin Dumpling Appetizer

Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$15.95

Leek & Scallion Dumplings (Aushak) App

Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$15.95

Samarooq Dumpling Appetizer

Steamed and stuffed with mushrooms, topped with a bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$15.95

Sabzi Dumpling Appetizer

Steamed and stuffed with slow-cooked greens, topped with a bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$15.95

Spicy Beef Dumplings (Mantu) Appetizer

Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$15.95

Seekh Kabob Appetizer

Marinated and charbroiled ground beef, served with cucumber and dill yogurt

$14.95

Lamb Tenderloin Appetizer

Marinated and charbroiled, served with cucumber and dill yogurt

$17.95 - Unavailable

SOUP & SALADS

Bistro Signature Lentil Soup

Minced beef, lentils, chickpeas and mung beans, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint, cayenne and fresh dill

$15.95

Bistro Salad

Mixed greens, bell peppers, tomatoes, croutons, bleu cheese crumbles and walnuts, tossed in a balsamic dressing

$12.95

Mixed Greens Salad

Mixed greens, bell peppers, tomatoes and croutons, tossed in a balsamic dressing

$11.95

CHOPS & KABOBS

Frenched Rack of Lamb (Chopaan)

Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib chops, served with seasoned rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$36.95

Lamb Shoulder Chops

Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$35.95

Lamb Chop Duo

Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib and shoulder chops, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$35.95

Aracosian Lamb Platter

Marinated and charbroiled lamb tenderloin, lamb rib and shoulder chops, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$48.95

Bistro Signature Lamb Chops & Beef Tenderloin

Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib chops and beef tenderloin, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$39.95

Beef Tenderloin Kabob

Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$34.95

Beef Tenderloin & Chicken Kabob

Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$34.95

Ground Beef Kabob

Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$23.95

Chicken & Ground Beef Kabob

Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$25.95

Chicken Breast Kabob

Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$23.95

Chicken Thigh Kabob

Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$23.95

Salmon

Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of slow cooked greens topped with fresh dill

$27.95

Surf & Turf

Marinated and charbroiled salmon and beef tenderloin, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$35.95

Bistro Burger

Marinated and charbroiled ground beef, mixed greens and spicy herb ketchup on a toasted brioche bun with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$19.95

Lamb Tenderloin Kabob

Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$36.95 - Unavailable

Lamb & Beef Tenderloin

Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$36.95 - Unavailable

ENTRÉES

Braised Lamb & Greens

Braised bone-in lamb shank served with saffron infused basmati rice and slow cooked greens, topped with fresh dill

$32.95

Qabuli Palou

Braised bone-in lamb shank served with seasoned rice topped with carrots and raisins and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$32.95

Risotto & Lamb (Sholah)

Braised bone-in lamb shank served with spicy short grain rice, chickpeas, lentils and kidney beans topped with fresh dill

$32.95

Leek & Scallion Dumplings (Aushak) Entree

Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$25.95

Pumpkin Dumpling Entree

Steamed & stuffed with butternut squash, topped with minced beef & lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint & cayenne

$25.95

Spicy Beef Dumplings (Mantu) Entree

Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$25.95

QORMAS

All qormas are gluten free. GF- gluten free

Chicken Lawaan

Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$25.95

Chicken Sabzi Lawaan

Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$26.95

Chicken Ryehaan

Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew with diced tomatoes, topped with fresh basil, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$25.95

Saffron Chicken

Boneless chicken thigh in a yogurt based stew infused with saffron, lemon and fresh dill, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$26.95

Afghania Chicken

Boneless chicken thigh in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$25.95

Chicken Aracosian

Boneless chicken thigh in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$25.95

Rumi's Chicken

Boneless chicken thigh in a sweet and spicy tomato based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$25.95

Lamb Shank Moghuli

Bone-in braised lamb shank in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$33.95

Lamb Shank Sabzi Moghuli

Bone-in braised lamb shank in a spicy tomato based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$33.95

Veal Lawaan

Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$31.95

Veal & Mushrooms

Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$32.95

Veal & Mushrooms Sabzi Lawaan

Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens and mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$32.95

Veal Ryehaan

Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with diced tomatoes, topped with fresh basil, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$31.95

Veal & Nakhoud

Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with chickpeas, garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$31.95

Afghania Veal

Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$31.95

Veal Moghuli

Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$31.95

VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

All vegetarian dishes can be prepared vegan. GF- gluten free

Afghania Baadenjaan

Roasted eggplant in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$20.95

Baadenjaan Moghuli

Roasted eggplant in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$20.95

Sabzi Moghuli

Slow cooked greens in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$20.95

Sabzi Lawaan

Slow cooked greens in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$20.95

Nakhoud & Mushrooms Lawaan

Spicy chickpeas in a garlic yogurt based stew with mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$19.95

Nakhoud & Mushrooms Sabzi Lawaan

Spicy chickpeas in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens and mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$20.95

Afghania Nakhoud Chalou

Spicy tomato based chickpea qorma with garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron rice

$19.95

Baadenjaan Chalou

Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne, served with saffron rice

$20.95

Kadoo Chalou

Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne, served with saffron rice

$20.95

Sabzi Chalou

Slow cooked spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves and cilantro, topped with fresh dill, served with saffron rice

$20.95

Qabuli Combination Platter

Four variations of our vegetables: sabzi, nakhoud, kadoo and baadenjaan, served with qabuli rice

$26.95

Aushak Entree (Vegetarian)

Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$25.95

Pumpkin Dumpling Entree (Vegetarian)

Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$25.95

Sabzi Dumpling Entree

Steamed and stuffed with slow-cooked greens, topped with a bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$25.95

Samarooq Dumpling Entree

Steamed and stuffed with mushrooms, topped with a bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$25.95

Spicy Risotto with Eggplant and Butternut Squash

Spicy short grain rice, chickpeas, lentils and kidney beans topped with fresh dill, accompanied with sides of roasted eggplant and butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$24.95

Bamya Chalou

Spicy tomato based stew with okra topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron rice

$20.95

Kabob-E-Samarooq

Marinated and charbroiled portobello mushroom, zucchini, onions and tomatoes, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$25.95

ADDITIONAL SIDES

GF- gluten free

Yogurt with Cucumber & Dill

$8.95

Nakhoud

Spicy tomato based chickpea qorma with garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro

$10.95

Baadenjaan

Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$10.95

Daal

Spicy lentils topped with fresh dill

$10.95

Sabzi

Slow cooked spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves and cilantro, topped with fresh dill

$10.95

Kadoo

Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$10.95

Qabuli Rice

Seasoned basmati rice topped with julienne carrots and raisins

$9.95

Palou

Seasoned basmati rice

$9.50

Chalou

Saffron infused basmati rice

$9.50

KIDS MENU

Offering curb side pick up and no contact carry out.

KIDS MENU

Kids Beef Bistro Burger

Marinated and charbroiled ground beef, mixed greens and ketchup on a toasted brioche bun with a choice of side

$9.95

Kids Chicken Breast Kabob

Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a choice of side

$9.95

Kids Aushak

Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$8.95

Kids Beef Tenderloin

Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice and a choice of side

$11.95

Kids Chicken Lawaan

Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$9.95

Kids Qabuli Combination Platter

Four variations of our vegetables: sabzi, nakhoud, kadoo and baadenjaan, served with qabuli rice

$10.95

Kids Frenched Rack of Lamb (Chopaan)

Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib chops, served with seasoned rice and a choice of side

$15.95

Kids Lamb Tenderloin

Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a choice of side

$14.95

Kids Mantu

Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$8.95

Kids Salmon

Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a choice of side

$13.95

DESSERT MENU

Rich array of Afghan desserts.

DESSERT

Cake

$8.00

Firni

Milk pudding infused with rose water and cardamom, topped with crushed pistachios

$6.50

Saffron Sheer Birinj

Rice pudding infused with saffron and cardamom, topped with crushed pistachios

$7.50

Baklava

Sweet pastry made with layers of filo, pistachios, and walnuts topped with ground cardamom.

$9.95

MARINATED RAW MEATS

MARINATED RAW MEATS

Raw Chicken Breast (1lb)

$12.00

Raw Chicken Thigh (1lb)

$12.00

Raw Ground Beef (1lb)

$12.00

Raw Beef Tenderloin (1lb)

$26.00

Raw Frenched Rack of Lamb (1lb)

$28.00

Raw Lamb Shoulder Chops (1lb)

$24.00

Raw Lamb Tenderloin (1lb)

$28.00

Raw Salmon (1lb)

$22.00

Raw Kabob-E-Samarooq (1lb)

Portobello mushroom, zucchini, onion and tomatoes

$12.00

CHUTNEYS

CHUTNEYS

All carryout will include chutneys in 2 oz containers. Available for purchase are 16 oz containers.

Mango Chutney [16oz]

Sweet and Spicy. Pairs well with your Spicy Risotto and Qabuli combination platter but, of course, you may add to any dish you choose or enjoy as a dipping sauce.

$10.00

Mango Chutney [16oz]

Fresh Herb Chutney [16oz]

Vinegar, herbs, garlic, and chillis combine to make this a mouthwatering, spicy, and tangy, chutney. Your Kabobs and grilled meat will be enhanced by the Fresh Herb Chutney but, of course, you may add to any dish you choose or enjoy as a dipping sauce.

$10.00

Fresh Herb Chutney [16oz]

Red Chili Chutney [16oz]

This is the spiciest of our four chutneys but still mild enough not to require a warning label. The Red Chili Chutney will enhance your kabobs, your potatoes, and any other dish you want to spice up or you may enjoy as a dipping sauce.

$10.00

Red Chili Chutney [16oz]

Avocado, Cilantro, and Yogurt Chutney [16oz]

Our mildest of the four chutneys. The avocado chutney is a delightful addition to your delicious turnovers and most vegetarian dishes but, of course, you may add to any dish you choose or enjoy as a dipping sauce.

$10.00

Avocado, Cilantro, and Yogurt Chutney [16oz]

LUNCH MENU

Orders from this menu can only be scheduled for Sun, Tue - Sat: 12:15 PM - 2:59 PM.

LUNCH HOURS: 12:00PM to 03:00PM (Tuesday to Sunday)

SPECIALS

Spicy Shinwari Karahi

Smoked and slow cooked with your choice of chicken, lamb or veal. Cooked in a spicy tomato based stew infused with garam masala, ginger, and fresh tomatoes. Served with pickled onions and peppers, over top of toasted afghan bread.

$16.95 - Unavailable

Afghania Dhood Palou

Smoked and slow braised lamb shank served over top of seasoned basmati rice topped with julienne carrots, raisins, and crushed pistachios. Served with a side of roasted eggplant.

$21.95 - Unavailable

Lamb Shoulder with Okra

Bone in lamb shoulder slow cooked in a tomato based stew with okra, infused with garam masala and topped with cilantro. Served overtop of saffron infused basmati rice.

$21.95 - Unavailable

Kichir-e-Quroot

Classical savory dish. Slow cooked short grain rice, chickpeas, kidney beans, lentils. Served with your choice of veal or eggplant qorma, finished with yogurt garlic and crispy onions.

$18.95 - Unavailable

Shorwa Watanee

Traditional soup with slow cooked potatoes, carrots, beans, and cilantro over top of afghan bread. Served with pickled onions and jalapenos.

$16.95 - Unavailable

MAZZA (APPETIZERS)

Dumplings, turnovers, grilled meats and more! All items labeled vegetarian can also be prepared vegan.

Bistro Signature Mix Grill Mazza

Marinated and charbroiled lamb shoulder chops, lamb rib chops, lamb tenderloin and beef tenderloin, served with spicy fresh herb chutney

$23.95 - Unavailable

Mix Grill Mazza

Marinated and charbroiled salmon, ground beef, beef tenderloin and lamb rib chop, served with avocado yogurt

$19.95 - Unavailable

Hot Mazza Assortment

Aushak, mantu, baadenjaan, kadoo, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$19.95 - Unavailable

Quroti

Afghan bread topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$10.25 - Unavailable

Baadenjaan Bouranee

Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$11.95 - Unavailable

Kadoo Bouranee

Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$11.95 - Unavailable

Carrot Slaw

Julienne carrots cooked with brown sugar and cardamom, chilled and tossed with fresh citrus

$8.95 - Unavailable

Potato & Leek Turnovers

Stuffed with potatoes and leeks, fried until crisp, served with a side of avocado yogurt

$12.95 - Unavailable

Sabzi Turnovers

Stuffed with slow cooked greens, fried until crisp, served with a side of avocado yogurt

$12.95 - Unavailable

Kadoo Turnovers

Stuffed with butternut squash, fried until crisp

$12.95 - Unavailable

Samarooq Turnovers

Stuffed with mushrooms, fried until crisp

$12.95 - Unavailable

Sambosa

Stuffed with a minced beef and lentil qorma, fried until crisp, topped with powdered sugar and cardamom

$12.95 - Unavailable

Pumpkin Dumpling Appetizer

Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$13.95 - Unavailable

Leek & Scallion Dumplings (Aushak) Appetizer

Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$13.95 - Unavailable

Sabzi Dumpling Appetizer

Steamed and stuffed with slow-cooked greens, topped with a bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$13.95 - Unavailable

Samarooq Dumpling Appetizer

Steamed and stuffed with mushrooms, topped with a bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$13.95 - Unavailable

Spicy Beef Dumplings (Mantu) Appetizer

Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$13.95 - Unavailable

Lamb Tenderloin Appetizer

Marinated and charbroiled, served with cucumber and dill yogurt

$15.95 - Unavailable

Seekh Kabob Appetizer

Marinated and charbroiled ground beef, served with cucumber and dill yogurt

$13.95 - Unavailable

SOUP & SALADS

Greens and vegetables offered with various signature toppings.

Bistro Signature Lentil Soup

Minced beef, lentils, chickpeas and mung beans, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint, cayenne and fresh dill (Vegetarian option available)

$12.95 - Unavailable

Bistro Salad

Mixed greens, bell peppers, tomatoes, croutons, bleu cheese crumbles and walnuts, tossed in a balsamic dressing

$10.95 - Unavailable

Mixed Greens Salad

Mixed greens, bell peppers, tomatoes and croutons, tossed in a balsamic dressing

$9.95 - Unavailable

CHOPS & KABOBS

Marinated and skewered chunks of chops and kabobs to pull at your taste buds. All chops and kabobs are gluten free. GF- gluten free. All chops and kabobs are served with bread and chutney.

Lamb Tenderloin Kabob

Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$28.95 - Unavailable

Frenched Rack of Lamb (Chopaan)

Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib chops, served with seasoned rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$26.95 - Unavailable

Lamb Shoulder Chops

Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$25.95 - Unavailable

Lamb Chop Duo

Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib and shoulder chops, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$25.95 - Unavailable

Aracosian Lamb Platter

Marinated and charbroiled lamb tenderloin, lamb rib and shoulder chops, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$36.95 - Unavailable

Bistro Signature Lamb Chops & Beef Tenderloin

Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib chops and beef tenderloin, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$27.95 - Unavailable

Lamb & Beef Tenderloin

Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$28.95 - Unavailable

Beef Tenderloin Kabob

Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$25.95 - Unavailable

Beef Tenderloin & Chicken

Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$25.95 - Unavailable

Ground Beef (Seekh) Kabob

Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$17.95 - Unavailable

Chicken & Ground Beef

Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$18.95 - Unavailable

Chicken Breast Kabob

Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$17.95 - Unavailable

Chicken Thigh Kabob

Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$17.95 - Unavailable

Salmon

Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of slow cooked greens topped with fresh dill

$19.95 - Unavailable

Surf and Turf

Marinated and charbroiled salmon and beef tenderloin, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$26.95 - Unavailable

BURGERS & WRAPS

Marinated burgers and wraps, seasoned to perfection and mixed with our freshest greens, vegetables and herbs.

Bistro Burger

Marinated and charbroiled ground beef, mixed greens and spicy herb ketchup on a toasted brioche bun with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$15.95 - Unavailable

Seekh (Ground Beef) Wrap

Marinated and charbroiled ground beef with mixed greens, spicy herb chutney and avocado yogurt in a lavash wrap, with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$15.95 - Unavailable

Chicken Wrap

Marinated and charbroiled chicken breast with mixed greens, spicy herb chutney and avocado yogurt in a lavash wrap, with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$15.95 - Unavailable

Salmon Wrap

Marinated and charbroiled salmon with mixed greens, spicy herb chutney and avocado yogurt in a lavash wrap, with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$16.95 - Unavailable

ENTREES

Savory and well seasoned plates accentuated with flavorful toppings. All entrees are served with bread and chutney. GF- gluten free

Braised Lamb & Greens

Braised bone-in lamb shank served with saffron infused basmati rice and slow cooked greens, topped with fresh dill

$24.95 - Unavailable

Qabuli Palou

Braised bone-in lamb shank served with seasoned rice topped with carrots and raisins and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$24.95 - Unavailable

Risotto & Lamb (Sholah)

Braised bone-in lamb shank served with spicy short grain rice, chickpeas, lentils and kidney beans topped with fresh dill

$24.95 - Unavailable

Aushak Entree

Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne (Vegetarian option available)

$20.95 - Unavailable

Pumpkin Dumplings Entree

Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne (Vegetarian option available)

$20.95 - Unavailable

Mantu Entree

Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$20.95 - Unavailable

QORMAS (STEWS)

Plentiful and delectable stews with a variety of offerings. All qormas are served with bread and chutney.

Chicken Lawaan

Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$19.95 - Unavailable

Chicken Sabzi Lawaan

Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$20.95 - Unavailable

Chicken Ryehaan

Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew with diced tomatoes, topped with fresh basil, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$19.95 - Unavailable

Saffron Chicken

Boneless chicken thigh in a yogurt based stew infused with saffron, lemon and fresh dill, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$20.95 - Unavailable

Afghania Chicken

Boneless chicken thigh in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$19.95 - Unavailable

Chicken Aracosian

Boneless chicken thigh in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$19.95 - Unavailable

Rumi's Chicken

Boneless chicken thigh in a sweet and spicy tomato based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$19.95 - Unavailable

Lamb Shank Moghuli

Bone-in braised lamb shank in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$24.95 - Unavailable

Lamb Shank Sabzi Moghuli

Bone-in braised lamb shank in a spicy tomato based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$24.95 - Unavailable

Veal Lawaan

Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$23.95 - Unavailable

Veal & Mushrooms

Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$24.95 - Unavailable

Veal & Mushrooms Sabzi Lawaan

Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens and mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$24.95 - Unavailable

Veal Ryehaan

Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with diced tomatoes, topped with fresh basil, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$23.95 - Unavailable

Veal & Nakhoud

Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with chickpeas, garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$23.95 - Unavailable

Afghania Veal

Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$23.95 - Unavailable

Veal Moghuli

Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$23.95 - Unavailable

VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

Various dishes ranging from dumplings mixed with fresh herbs and greens to our tasteful rice dishes. Our vegetarian options are plentiful. All our vegetarian dishes can be prepared vegan. All vegetarian entrees are served with bread and chutney.

Afghania Baadenjaan

Roasted eggplant in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$16.95 - Unavailable

Baadenjaan Moghuli

Roasted eggplant in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$16.95 - Unavailable

Sabzi Moghuli

Slow cooked greens in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$16.95 - Unavailable

Sabzi Lawaan

Slow cooked greens in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

$16.95 - Unavailable

Nakhoud & Mushroom Lawaan

Spicy tomato based stew with garlic yogurt, chickpeas & mushrooms, topped with cilantro

$16.95 - Unavailable

Nakhoud & Mushroom Sabzi Lawaan

Spicy tomato based stew with garlic yogurt, chickpeas, mushrooms & slowly cooked greens, topped with cilantro

$16.95 - Unavailable

Afghania Nakhoud Chalou

Spicy tomato based chickpea qorma with garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron rice

$15.95 - Unavailable

Baadenjaan Chalou

Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne, served with saffron rice

$16.95 - Unavailable

Kadoo Chalou

Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne, served with saffron rice

$16.95 - Unavailable

Sabzi Chalou

Slow cooked spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves and cilantro, topped with fresh dill, served with saffron rice

$16.95 - Unavailable

Qabuli Combination Platter

Four variations of our vegetables: sabzi, nakhoud, kadoo and baadenjaan, served with qabuli rice, contains yogurt

$19.95 - Unavailable

Aushak Entree (Vegetarian)

Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$19.95 - Unavailable

Pumpkin Dumplings (Vegetarian)

Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$19.95 - Unavailable

Sabzi Dumpling Entree

Steamed and stuffed with slow-cooked greens, topped with a bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$19.95 - Unavailable

Samarooq Dumpling Entree

Steamed and stuffed with mushrooms, topped with a bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$19.95 - Unavailable

Spicy Risotto with Eggplant & Butternut Squash

Spicy short grain rice, chickpeas, lentils and kidney beans topped with fresh dill, accompanied with sides of roasted eggplant and butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$18.95 - Unavailable

Bamya Chalou

Spicy tomato based stew with okra topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron rice

$16.95 - Unavailable

Kabob-E-Samarooq

Marinated and charbroiled portobello mushroom, zucchini, onions and tomatoes, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

$18.50 - Unavailable

ADDITIONAL SIDES

Additional sides to compliment your meal.

Yogurt with Cucumber & Dill

$6.95 - Unavailable

Nakhoud

Spicy tomato based chickpea qorma with garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro

$8.95 - Unavailable

Baadenjaan

Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$8.95 - Unavailable

Daal

Spicy lentils topped with fresh dill

$8.95 - Unavailable

Sabzi

Slow cooked spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves and cilantro, topped with fresh dill

$8.95 - Unavailable

Kadoo

Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

$8.95 - Unavailable

Qabuli Rice

Seasoned basmati rice topped with julienne carrots and raisins

$8.95 - Unavailable

Palou

Seasoned basmati rice

$8.50 - Unavailable

Chalou

Saffron infused basmati rice

$7.95 - Unavailable

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