Aria-Afghan Restaurant Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Aria-Afghan Restaurant, where authentic Afghan flavors come alive in every dish. Nestled in North Highlands, CA, this unassuming gem invites you to explore a menu rich with culinary heritage. Highlights include the tender lamb shank, renowned for its fall-off-the-bone quality, and the iconic qabili palaw, a must-try for any Afghan cuisine enthusiast.
A fan-favorite, the chapli kebab showcases the restaurant's commitment to quality, featuring succulent beef, chicken, and lamb variations. Complement your meal with house-made mint chutney and Afghan bread, enhancing the robust flavors of each dish.
With an array of vegan and vegetarian options, there's something for every palate. Aria-Afghan also stands out for its warm atmosphere and friendly service, making it a delightful spot for casual dining or takeout. Don’t miss the chance to savor an unforgettable culinary experience!
Appetizers
Ashak
Afghan style dumpling filled with leeks, topped with meat sauce split pea sauce if vegetarian, garlic yogurt and sprinkled mint.
Mantoo
Steamed Afghan dumplings stuffed with ground beef, onions, and spices, topped with garlic yogurt, split peas, and dried mint
Mantoo Veggie
Steamed vegetarian dumplings stuffed with mushrooms, cabbage, onions, and spices, topped with garlic yogurt, split peas, and dried mint
Shornakhod
Boiled chickpea dish with sliced potatoes
Borani Badanjan
Baked eggplant topped with garlic yogurt and dried mint, served with a side of rice and bread
Aash
Afghan noodle soup with spices, chickpeas and beans
Potato Bolani
Afghan flatbread stuffed with shredded potatoes, green onion, and spices
Beef Chapil Kabob
Grilled ground beef patties mixed with eggs, green onions, wheat flour, and seasonings, served with rice and bread
Chicken Kabob
Marinated chicken breast charbroiled, served with rice and bread
Chicken Koobideh Combo
A combination of Chicken Teka and Beef and Lamb mixed Koobideh Kabobs, served with rice and bread
Triple Kabob Chicken, Koobideh And Chapli
A combination of chicken Teka Kabob 4 pieces, Beef and lamb mixed Koobideh one skewer and beef chapli Kabob, served with rice and bread
Chicken Koobideh Kabob
Ground chicken mixed with spices, charbroiled, served with rice bread
Chicken Chapli Kabob
Patties of grilled ground chicken breast mixed with onions, wheat flour, and seasonings, served with rice and bread
Triple Chicken Kabob
A combination of chicken Teka 4 pieces,chicken Koobideh one skewer and chicken chapli one patty served with rice and bread
Chicken Wrap
Cooked pieces of seasoned chicken, served with vegetables and special sauce in a tortilla bread wrap
Chicken Curry
Boneless chicken breast prepared in a curry sauce, served with rice and bread
Sabzi Palaw Veggie
Spinach dish served with a side of rice and bread
KoobidehShami Kabob
Charbroiled ground beef and lamb mixed with special seasoning, served with rice, bread and salad
Qabili Palaw
Lamb Shank cooked with special seasoning served with rice topped with raisins and carrots
Main Dishes
Party Platters
Platter 1 Takeout Only Estimated To Be Enough For 8 To 10 People
3 skewers chicken Teka Kabob 3 patties Beef chapli Kabob 4 patties chicken Chapli Kabob 4 skewers Beef and Lamb mixed Koobideh Kabob 1 Small tray rice Raisins and carrots on rice costs 8.00 extra 10 pieces of bread, 1 bowl chatni
Platter 2 All Chicken Takeout Only Estimated To Be Enough For 10 To 12 People
3 skewers chicken Teka Kabob 6 patties of chicken chapli 4 skewers chicken Koobideh Kabob 2 Bowl chicken Qurma Curry 1 Small tray rice Raisins and carrots on rice costs 8.00 extra 10 pieces of bread, 1 bowl chatni
Platter 3 Takeout Only Estimated To Be Enough For 10 To 12 People
5 skewers chicken Teka Kabob 6 patties Beef chapli Kabob 6 patties chicken chapli 1 Medium Large tray rice Raisins and carrots on rice costs 12.00 extra 20 pieces of bread, 1 bowl chatni, 1 bowl red sauce
Platter 4 All Chicken Takeout Only Estimated To Be Enough For 12 To 14 People
5 skewers chicken Teka Kabob 6 patties of chicken chapli 6 skewers of chicken Koobideh 2 bowls of chicken Qurma Curry 1 Medium Large tray rice Raisins and carrots on rice costs 12.00 extra 20 pieces of bread, 1 bowl chatni, 1 bowl red sauce
Platter 5 Takeout Only Estimated To Be Enough For 14 To 16 People
6 skewers chicken Teka Kabob 8 patties of chicken chapli Kabob 8 patties of Beef Chapli Kabob 1 Medium large tray rice Raisins and carrots on rice costs 12.00 extra 20 pieces of bread, 1 bowl of chatni, 1 bowl red sauce
Platter 6 Takeout Only Estimated To Be Enough For 16 To 22 People
6 skewers chicken Teka Kabob 6 patties of chicken chapli Kabob 6 patties of Beef Chapli Kabob 6 skewers of Beef and Lamb mixed Koobideh Kabob 1 medium Large tray rice Raisins and carrots on rice costs 12.00 extra 1 Small tray chicken Qurma Curry 1 small tray bread, 2 bowl of chatni, 1 bowl of Red sauce
Platter 7 Takeout Only Estimated To Be Enough For 20 To 25 People
8 skewers chicken Teka Kabob 10 patties of Beef Chapli Kabob 10 Patties of Chicken Chapli Kabob 1 large tray rice Raisins and carrots on rice costs 12.00 extra 1 Small tray chicken Qurma Curry 1 small tray bread, 2 bowls of chatni, 1 bowl of red sauce
Platter 8 Takeout Only Estimated To Be Enough For 22 To 28 People
6 skewers chicken Teka Kabob 6 patties of Beef Chapli Kabob 6 patties of chicken chapli Kabob 8 skewers of Beef and Lamb mixed Koobideh Kabob 8 skewers of chicken Koobideh 1 large tray rice Raisins and carrots on rice costs 12.00 extra 1 small tray chicken Qurma Curry 1 small tray Bread, 2 bowls chatni, 2 bowls of red sauce