#bolani

Call ahead because the food takes a long time. I ordered bolani and it took 40 minutes. Crazy. They had a few takeout orders but didn’t seem that busy. The food is made from scratch. They even make their own Afghan style bread (thin flatbread). The menu includes several kinds of bolani, kabobs, sabzi, mantoo (dumplings), rice, desserts, and beverages.

Squash Bolani ($14.99): They’re known for their squash Bolani and for good reason. I don’t know how they get the flatbread (like a super thin pancake) so thin and still fill it with pureed butternut squash and onions. The flatbread is golden and crispy yet chewy. They cook it on a big griddle and top it with weights. It’s a marvelous creation. Even better, they made the filling spicy for me and served it with plain yogurt and a zesty cilantro sauce. One order includes a dozen pieces. My mouth is watering just thinking about it.

Service was very kind. I was welcomed and he even gave me a bread for free since it was my first visit. I gave the bread to my father. The restaurant is small and a bit cramped but warm and welcoming. It’s like going to someone’s kitchen. Smells amazing there too.

4.5 out of 5 stars.