Spring Cafe

This is a really nice Afghan foods. It was my first time having Afghan foods so I can't judge if it's authentic. However, the foods tasted really good. I was luck to have lamp shank. The meat, rice, and side dishes (I loved the pickles) were delicious. My partner ordered a beef soup in tea pot with bread and it was good too. The balance of taste of the beef soup was great, full of flavor of beef, veg and spices. The environment was cosy too. The space was not large however the dinning places were decorated with adorable plants and memo from the customers. Overall, it was a nice restaurant if you want to try tastes of Afghan.

Wow, I'm so glad I discovered this place and finally gave it a try! My husband and I have pretty adventurous tastes, but we'd never had Afghan food before, so I was a bit nervous. This is a cozy little cafe with limited seating, and I think the owner runs it solo. When you walk in, you can seat yourself, and he'll bring over menus. They also offer takeout. We visited on a Thursday afternoon, and it wasn't very busy--just one other table--so we were lucky to grab a spot.The food took a little while to arrive, but it wasn't an issue since the owner seemed to be handling everything himself. He was so kind and welcoming that the wait didn't bother me at all.We ordered the Kabuli Gosht Palau with beef, and it was incredible! The dish was packed with flavor, and the beef was unbelievably tender. My husband had one of the egg dishes (I can't recall the name), and it was equally delicious--I honestly couldn't pick a favorite. The homemade dumplings were also a highlight; the delicate outer skin was perfectly steamed. The portions and prices were just right.I can't wait to return and try more items from the menu. If you're considering visiting, don't hesitate--you won't regret it!

I stopped here passing through Baltimore and looking for some comfort food but also for something unique. I've never tried Afghan food before, but was happy to try something new! The interior of this café is very cozy and reminds me of the cafés and casual food shops I frequented all the time in college with their wall of sticky notes with messages from customers and the many different colors inside. I got the tokhum kachalo, bolani, and the saffron cardamom green tea (particularly bc I've been feeling lowkey sick and these all felt hearty but healthy)! My meal came quickly and with a free "dessert" in the form of two sweet almonds! I'm happy with my meal including the sharp taste of the green dipping sauce to go with the bolani, which I ate with pretty much everything. If i came back, I'd definitely recommend the bolani and probably try out another tea and hot plate.

I can't believe I've passed Spring Cafe hundreds of times but never thought to pop in. I'm glad I finally did. The cafe is lovely and vibrant inside and out.l and the owner was quiet but friendly. I ordered a little bit of everything--lamb stew, beef stuffed dumplings, air fried fries, apple/mango juice and milk, and veggie stuffed bread. It was quite tasty especially after you add salt and pepper. (I suspect that things are deliberately made mild to avoid scaring people away but that's just a hunch. )I definitely recommend making a stop for the ambiance and people watching alone--the food is the cherry on top. Be mindful that the air fried fries take about 15 minutes. That just gives you more time to chat.

Stopped in during the Christmas parade. They were very kind and had very quick service. Grabbed a hot tea to stay warm, definitely recommend this winter. They have a lot of vegetarian friendly options, looking forward to coming again.

The food was delicious and the service was great we will return for another delicious meal in this quaint restauran.

HAMPDEN, BALTIMORE, Md. - A charming little Afghan cafe, worth a visit. Small interior of four or five tables max - while there Saturday for lunch, one customer opted to eat outside (weather wasn't bad). The three in our party ordered an array of items - a couple big chicken samosas (each softball sized, $6.50 each, packed with meat), a small order of mantoo ($8.50), side dish of seasoned stewed eggplant ($8.50) and of seasoned cooked pumpkin ($8), and an order of gosht Palau ($12.50, tasty though maybe could've stood just a bit more meat). Everything was flavorful and quick and we'd definitely return. Very much a 4.5 star experience. One beef - they give you disposable plastic cutlery, which does work well with, like, the samosas.

Awesomely delicious food! Spices of food are the original and tastes real food. Service was great and the owner was extremely friendly and humble.

My boyfriend and I stopped by for a little coffee pick me up, and this place was great. Growing up in a Persian household, walking in here the smell reminded me of many afghan parties I had gone to. I got the peach tea and my boyfriend got the cinnamon coffee and they were both very yummy. I also enjoyed the rout (but I am a harsh critic because I believe my mother's homemade rout to be the best haha). The owner is very sweet and I got to talk to him in Farsi which is always pleasant. Overall great place and I look forward to coming back!

Last night we were exploring the avenue and needed a warm cozy meal and Spring Cafe did not disappoint at all. We were only slightly hungry but the menu has so much variety that we ended up getting the Kabul Special Dou Piaza (chunks of slow cooked beef with onions, peppers, etc), Kabul Kadoo (stewed pumpkin), Kabul Tokhum Karaai (eggs, tomato, onion, peppers) and we could not finish everything because we were munching on everything in rapid alternation because it was so delicious! I remarked that if I lived nearby, I could easily see myself regularly getting lunch/dinner here. I also got a black tea and was surprised to find it comes in its own little pot, with two candied almonds. A wonderful addition to our meal, and the portion may be intimidating but exactly what I'd hope for, being an avid tea drinker. If you and your companion have different tea tastes, the personal pot is especially appreciated! The service was friendly and the food was hearty but did not make me feel lethargic or bloated, even though we were both VERY satisfied by the end.