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The Afghan Horsemen: Vancouver's Original Afghan Restaurant
The Afghan Horsemen opened in 1974 and bills itself as the first Afghan restaurant in Canada. It is also believed to be one of the oldest Afghan restaurants in North America. It now sits at 202–1833 Anderson Street, near Granville Island.
The family-managed restaurant celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024. Here's what to order.
About The Afghan Horsemen Restaurant
It began as a small coffee-and-sandwich shop on Broadway at Cypress, drawing Kitsilano hippies with its vegetarian options, and later moved and expanded before settling in its current home.
The room is decorated with paintings and tapestries from Afghanistan, and diners can choose regular tables or traditional floor seating on cushions. It seats about 110, with a patio for more.
The Menu
How It Works
Start with boulany, share a platter, and finish with firni.
What to Order
- Potato boulany: flatbread stuffed with potato, onion and cilantro, pan-fried.
- Horsemen's special platter: a sampler of the kitchen's specialties.
- Chaka: garlic yogurt sauce.
- Firni: cardamom milk pudding with cashews and pistachios.
Dietary Needs
Afghan menus usually include several vegetarian dishes. Many dishes use yogurt, nuts and wheat. Tell staff about allergies.
Atmosphere and Dining Experience
Cozy and traditional, with floor seating and a patio.
- Best for: a classic Afghan dinner and groups
- Price: moderate
- Format: dinner, sit-down
- Good to know: floor seating available
Location: Fairview / near Granville Island, Vancouver
The Afghan Horsemen is at 202–1833 Anderson Street, Vancouver, BC.
Hours of Operation
The Afghan Horsemen opens for dinner and has been closed Mondays. Check current hours before you go.
Reservations
- Reservations are available.
Price Range
The Afghan Horsemen is moderately priced.
Contact Information
- Address: 202-1833 Anderson St, Vancouver, BC V6H 4E5
- Phone: 604-873-5923
- Neighbourhood: Fairview / near Granville Island, Vancouver
- Cuisine: Afghan
Frequently Asked Questions
When did The Afghan Horsemen open?
1974.
Is it the first Afghan restaurant in Canada?
It describes itself that way.
Can I sit on the floor?
Yes, there is traditional floor seating as well as tables.
Where is it?
202–1833 Anderson Street, near Granville Island.
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