We dined here last week, and were very impressed. My entree of chicken w. apricots was delicious, as was my companion's lamb dish. Service was spot on, a nice pour of pinot for me and we left feeling very satisfied. We will return.

We were vacationing in San Diego and checking out the Hillcrest Neighborhood. We noticed numerous ethnic restaurants and decided to try one. We were thrilled to have chosen this one! The restaurant has a very nice atmosphere, well furnished and a nice, clean modern design. They also had a great wine and beer selection. The staff were warm, welcoming and... More

I was pleased to walk by this well appointed store front Afghan restaurant in the middle of the bustling Hillcrest neighborhood. I had the best lamb (lamb with apricots) I ever tasted. This place is good for a groups: order several plates and pass around to get a great sampling of fine dishes. The staff are very attentive and know... More

We ordered a take-out dinner from this restaurant yesterday. The meal was ready on time when we drove over to pick it up, and the service was very good. We were a party of 6 and we ordered various dishes, such as Tandoori Salmon, Chalow Baunjaun, and the Vegetarian Platter. The food was very good, though the portions tended to... More

Loved the lamb dishes! Atmisphere excellent! Food slightly pricey but "experiecne" worth it for a special occasion or nice dinner.

This Afghan restaurant in the eclectic Hillcrest neighborhood was very tasty - a mix between East Indian and Persian food without the hotness but great flavors. You need to try this - we would recommend it.

I've been going to Khyber Pass occasionally for years. I don't know the owners and have no commitment to them, although we've chatted once or twice. But I have never been disappointed with the quality of the food, and I happily take visitors there. This food is somewhere between Persian and Indian -- what could be better! And although I'm... More

Flavorful, cooked just right, always consistent. Great place for a good meal before or after a movie a block away. Great use of spices, deliciously prepared Afghan cuisine.

We went there for lunch to celebrate my husband's birthday. There were 10 of us. We ordered a variety of dishes and everything was delicious. The restaurant is designed very elegantly with beautiful art work. The server was very attentive. The owner was also very kind and answered any questions our group had. He brought 3 huge plates with baklava... More