Our Story
Family-owned and serving authentic Afghan cuisine in Maryland since 1999.
Named for Maiwand, Rooted in Family
Welcome to Maiwand Kabob! Our name is derived from Maiwand, a historical and culturally rich village located in the Kandahar province of Afghanistan.
Maiwand Kabob opened in the fall of 1999 on a quiet corner in the heart of Columbia, Maryland. As Columbia’s very first Afghan restaurant, it was envisioned as a quaint, family-owned eatery with one simple goal: to provide generous portions of fresh Afghan food at moderate prices. Since our modest beginnings, Maiwand Kabob has slowly and thoughtfully expanded to seven locations to better serve and accommodate our customers.
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Marinated Daily
Our kabobs are marinated daily in traditional spices and seasonings.
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Cooked to Order
Prepared fresh from scratch using quality ingredients.
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Halal Meat
All of our meat is halal.
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No MSG or Preservatives
Nothing artificial added to our food.
Fresh, Authentic, and Generous
Afghan cuisine encompasses a broad variety of dishes but is most notable for its savory kabobs. Our menu is no different. We proudly offer a great variety of authentic Afghan dishes, from our succulent kabobs to our tandoori bread and mouth-watering rice pudding.
Maiwand Kabob has been consistently honored for its great taste and value. We have been recognized in the Baltimore Sun and the Washington Post and have been awarded “Best Cheap Eat” in Howard County.
At Maiwand Kabob, we strive for perfection not only in the preparation of our food but also in customer service. Our customers are our priority, and we look forward to welcoming you.