Bamiyan Kabob

What is Bamiyan Kabob? Anchoring a bustling strip plaza at 62 Overlea Boulevard in Thorncliffe Park, Bamiyan Kabob is the original outpost of one of the GTA’s foundational Afghan grill houses. The dining room is straightforward and counter-service driven, arranged with no-nonsense casual tables and bright overhead lighting designed for feeding families and solo diners efficiently. While there is no bar or patio setup, the steady crackle of the charcoal grill and the aroma of fresh tandoori naan keep the space perpetually lively.

Bamiyan Kabob Menu & What to Order The fully halal menu centers on massive platters loaded with seasoned basmati rice, garlicky white sauce, crisp iceberg salad, and warm flatbread. Start by sharing a crisp plate of Bolani—pan-fried flatbread stuffed with spiced potatoes and herbs—before moving on to the signature Chopan Kabob, which yields bone-in lamb chops charred over high flame. The spiced Beef Chaplee Kabob and Chicken Sultani combo deliver deep coriander-and-chili seasoning, best washed down with a cold house-made Doogh.

Know Before You Go Seating operates strictly on a walk-in, counter-order basis, so expect a queue during prime weekend lunch and dinner rush hours. Free surface parking is readily available in the shared plaza lot, and TTC riders can catch the 25 Don Mills or 81 Thorncliffe buses right out front. The kitchen serves steadily from 11:00 a.m. to late evening throughout the week.