Afghan Cuisine Restaurant

The Dining Gang
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​You'd think right away I would be allowing for big bonus points for just finding an Afghan restaurant to experience... but I've been here many times.  
No points for a NEW dining adventure or even new dining friends. My international dining friends, known as the TWITS have made a few appearances in the dining blog already. But as you can see, Margit and Sigi are eager to add this spot to the dining list.

I will give 3 bonus points for curious location, though!  At Hwy 6 and Voss, this is actually in my old Sugar Land. We didn't have to drive into Houston. How many of my friends just drive on by, when there are actually so many dining options! There's the Halal Chinese spot next door and a Pakistani dessert shop a few doors down. Many other choices as well!

Twits
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​I'm cheating on this picture, because it was taken last year. However, it shows the TWITS group in the very festive atmosphere, with flags and tile roof and fabric art.   

There is a stage behind us with a woven rug and speakers.  We asked about entertainment, but you must provide your own. Next time we will come more prepared.

Zamir
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​As you can see Zamir, our waiter has a very big smile. When the 4 of us arrived at 7:30, he greeted us with a grin and a slight chuckle which we interpreted as, "Oh my, here they are  again!"   We asked if he had missed us and he gave us some kind of polite response.  

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We like Zamir's service because he is very pleasant, but he mostly leaves us alone. We tuck ourselves into a booth, pull out our own wine, (allowed) feast on flavorful dishes and chat for an hour or two. 5 points for Zamir, who never gets annoyed with us. I know that may be a high rating when most customers want their water glasses filled constantly. But I am one of those people who worries that we may be overstaying our welcome. Think I worry too much? It helps to know that at age 6, I fretted about my noisy family of 6, in our Staten Island apartment. I scribbled out notes of apology and slipped them under our neighbors' doors.

Atmosphere

Atmosphere!  You know I like authentic and everything about this place says Afghanistan. We thought this woven piece was possibly something you might put on a camel's back, but we were told it was just decoration. 

The huge painting pictured above, feels a bit intense. But the kites add a playful touch... unless you've read the book Kite Runner, which could bring up some darker thoughts. ( I did like that book, though!) 

​Food
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This really is why we come.  Prices are so reasonable and we can get a few appetizers and a couple entrees and share.  

This is Bolani, which they describe as Afghani calzone!  It's stuffed with leeks, potatoes and cilantro, seasoned and grilled!  Homemade yogurt for dipping! ​

Afghan Naan

​Afghan Naan! This long almost woven looking bread, is best piping hot!  We ordered 2 for our 4.  

Zamir was smart and waited a while to bring the second one. 1 bonus point for hot bread!

No Pics
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​I have no pictures of the Borani Badenjan (sauteed eggplant with garlic and tomatoes) or the Mantoo ( Afghani dumplings stuffed with beef and onions, then steamed and covered in sauce) These 2 disappeared so fast I couldn't snap a shot!  But if you go, get these small dishes to share!  Wonderful!

Main Courses
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​Our main courses were both chicken.  The charbroiled kabob on the right came with seasoned rice and broiled tomato. 

The smaller dish was Sabzi Challow, chicken breast with sautéed spinach and seasoned sauce! 
Tonight Afghan Cuisine gets all 5 points for food!

​TOTAL POINTS FOR AFGHAN CUISINE- 19!  Hmmm.  It seems to me that my numbers just keep increasing with each blog.  It's about the experience folks!  Maybe I'm learning to enjoy my dining adventures better??