Afandi Kitchen is committed to bringing you the most authentic Xinjiang food experience. We choose the freshest ingredients and combine traditional cooking techniques to present you with the original taste of Xinjiang. Warm and thoughtful service and comfortable dining environment will make you linger.
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Can’t wait to come back! Might be our go-to spot when we visit the Factory. Called ahead to check if they were busy but luckily we were good. Got there, seated right away and were quickly assisted with drinks, we ordered, and things came fairly quickly. Food came out as it was done cooking, worse part of that was naan came out last so I kind of waited for it to start my meal fully but it didn’t take long just a few minutes after the meat. We asked for our stir fry to have mild spice and it was perfect for a small kick but not overpowering for us. The spring rolls were yummy and with the spicy mayo they’re served with too(we also put some kebab meat on the naan and added some of the spicy mayo and it was delicious!). The rose tea was delightful and the honey with it was a must, does suck it’s $3 a cup of honey which was not enough for us to finish the pot so that’s a downside but it was delicious! Loved everything we ate, the relaxed vibe, decide, and music were inviting. Staff was nice and quick. Would recommend coming and enjoying! Even took us some more to go to enjoy later back on the Illinois side.
… moreSarah Elzawahry
This is a STL hidden gem! This unassuming restaurant is easy to miss but you will be so glad you didn’t. Each dish is exquisite and packed with so much flavor. We tried so many dishes and each one was so good. I definitely recommend the lughman, both the dry stir fry and original. They hand roll the noodles for the dishes right there in front of you and they are so soft and tasty. We are already talking about going back to try more!
… moreA. Yudhanto
Marking our 4th month in Missouri, we decided to try a new cuisine — Uyghur cuisine seems to be very intriguing. It is all HALAL.
Place is clean and quiet. Staff is friendly, and quick.
We were so hungry that we tried many items: crispy deep fried pumpkin sambos, Laghman (hand pulled noodle with beef, chilli and tomato sauce), dry stir fried noodle (with lamb), signature lamb kebab, house special braised beef burger, tea, and mango yoghurt.
Suprisingly, three of us can finish all! Good portion. It’s a bit pricey, but it’s all worthed! The foods are just so good!
We will return to Afandi next time and try different items! Love this place. One recommended place for enjoying HALAL meals in St Louis area.
… moreHaris H
I stopped by Afandi Kitchen for lunch and ordered the lamb kababs with naan, plus two beef langman dishes. The food arrived fairly quickly and was overall quite good. However, I was disappointed that the naan appeared to be store-bought rather than freshly made. We also tried the mint floral tea, which was milder than I expected.
When it came time to leave, it took a bit longer than I’d like to get the check and pay. Still, the restaurant is clean and the food is enjoyable.
… moreLindsay Blum
This was my first time trying Uyghur cuisine. We really enjoyed our flavor-rich meal. The yogurt wraps were a nice relief from the heat of the chicken dish, and the handpulled noodles were perfectly prepared. We look forward to returning, especially to try the tea and rice pudding. Thank you!
… moreBen Shakman
First time visiting and absolutely agree with the 5-star rating average!
We ordered a bunch of stuff (see pics) and loved almost all.
First to hit the table were the pumpkin sambosas. I’ve had a good number of sambosas and samosas in my time. These were among the best. Also interesting was the dusting of powdered sugar on what was otherwise a savory dish. It worked very well. This was my best bite of the night.
Next up: spring rolls. I was a fan but the others weren’t.
Somewhere in there we decided to order a pot of their house special tea. It was really flavorful and the aroma turned heads at other tables. The price seemed a bit steep (no pun intended) but it was definitely worth the price. Strongly recommend trying the special tea.
I think the lamb kabobs were next. Minimum order of three and there were three of us so it made sense. At least until the wife declared she didn’t want hers. I split them with the kid and we both really enjoyed the meat and the onions dusted with that red spice blend (not sumac) with a name I can’t remember. Lamb was seasoned nicely and tender. Important to note is the portion is in line with the price. If you want to eat lamb for your meal, you’ll want to order a bunch of the little skewers.
Laghman beef in brown sauce was next. Really tasty and full of great stuff. Hand-stretched noodles topped with a beef & mushroom mixture, matchstick carrots & cucumbers. Great flavor even for someone who picks mushrooms out of dishes, so not noticeable.
Final dish to hit the table was their beef yoghurt wrap. Bread resembled a pita and was filled with slices of beef, onions, tomatoes, lettuce and their yogurt sauce. Beef was tender and beautifully seasoned and the vegetables were fresh. Beef was really interesting! I kid you not, my first impression was Big Mac. That said, a significantly upgraded Big Mac!
Dessert was a pecan chocolate baklava. It was tasty and appeared to be house-made. One recommendation would be to let it sit for a while to temper. I suspect a fair amount of flavor was suppressed by serving it refrigerator cold.
Overall a really spectacular dinner. Can’t wait to go back and try more of their menu.
… moreNancy A.
I think the noodles here are some of the best in STL. The menu is very clear, the food came out quickly, and the restaurant looks new. Our server was kind and friendly, but we had to call for assistance several times even though we were the only table there. Lastly, the women’s restroom was in terrible condition — there was water all over the floor, and it looked very slippery for both my child and me. We ended up leaving the restaurant feeling quite disappointed.
… moreAndre Rodon
Afandi Kitchen is a quaint little ethnic restaurant that boasts a unique offering of dishes from Northwestern China. Unlike typical Chinese fare in America, their food exhibits a unique blend of Asian, Mideastern, and Greek influences. The spicing is well balanced and nuanced and their hand-pulled, house-made noodles are truly one-of-a-kind. The menu at Afandi Kitchen is halal, and the atmosphere carries you away to a distant foreign land. The staff is friendly and respectful. I would recommend trying Afandi Kitchen to anyone that is interested in exploring a new and unique experience – their food is delicious.
… morebella oelzen
Such a great experience, the service was quick and so helpful for my dad and I as we had never tried this cuisine. It was so wonderfully delicious, and the dining area was clean and well kept. Super interesting flavors and really tasty, we will be back!
… moreJeremy Schierhoff
Amazing and authentic Uyghur cuisine. Noodles are hand pulled to order and have a great texture. The spices and flavors were familiar to northern China while being very unique at the same time. Definitely a win for food lovers and the St Louis area.
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