Dolan Uyghur Restaurant

Reviews

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  Rebekah Duerksen

  2 days ago
  5.0
  I picked up a "surprise" order and it was delicious! (I think it was Pepper Steak.) There was a surprising amount of heat, but the flavor was spectacular. It was filling and hearty. There was also a dessert (Kazandibi, I believe) that was wonderful. I had driven past this restaurant so many times and wanted to try it, but it wasn't high on my list of priorities. That changed after today's lunch! Now I'm going to try to get my co-workers and friends to give it a taste and see how often we can get in there.
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  Hakan Akel

  3 days ago
  5.0
  If you want to experience a cuisine that carries history, culture, and soul in every bite, I highly recommend Dolan Uyghur Restaurant. This place is more than just a restaurant — it feels like a cultural journey through the Silk Road. The atmosphere is warm and authentic, and the food is filled with rich spices, handmade noodles, and flavors that stay with you long after the meal. What I loved most is how the restaurant reflects the beauty of Uyghur culture through both hospitality and food. The hand-pulled noodles, kebabs, and traditional dishes are made with care and passion. Their tea alone feels comforting and healing. As someone who believes food should slow people down and bring them together, this place truly resonates with my philosophy. The experience reminded me that food is not only about eating — it is about storytelling, memories, culture, and connection. Whether you are exploring a new cuisine for the first time or already love Central Asian flavors, this restaurant offers something unique and meaningful. The cozy ambiance and friendly service make it a place where you want to stay longer and enjoy the moment. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates authentic food and cultural experiences.
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  Elmar Chakhtakhtinski

  May 10, 2026
  1.0
  This was an awful experience. Not sure if we hit a particularly bad day, as we saw so many great reviews and were eager to visit this restaurant. We had a party of nine people with a reservation and ordered many different dishes. The food was so-so. Laghman (beef and chicken in 2 different shared orders) tasted pre-fabricated, with sauce and toppings lacking in flavor and taste. The samosas were super dry, particularly the meat one. The tandoori lamb was also on a drier side, with no hint of any charcoal flavor, suggesting that the “tandoori” was an over-the-stove frying pan or a kitchen oven. Pilaf was good, and the beef tongue and tripe dish very tasty. But the main disappointment was the service, to the brink of wanting to stand up and leave. It started a little slow, when a waiter came to the table after 5-10 min and asked about drinks and answered questions. Things quickly deteriorated afterward. The orders came in random sequence, some with huge delays. Waiters confused orders and were nowhere to be found to ask for water or status of an order. The to-go (pickup) clients seemed to take priority over the dine-in guests. The irony was that most of the time during our prolonged (not by our choice) dinner they had several waiters and only a handful of tables busy with patrons. We had a birthday in our party, so the kids wanted desserts for the occasion (the adults were too distressed by the quality of food and service to join in that endeavor). It took well over 15 min to get a waiter who could be asked for desserts. And he brought wrong ones, so we had to send it back. After waiting for another 10-15 min, we got the sweets by ourselves from the dessert stand, as we were sitting nearby. The waiter finally came and asked if we still wanted the desserts. His reaction to finding out that we grabbed them by ourselves was telling, with no regret that they were not properly served. Our bill came first without desserts on it. When we asked the server he said that he simply forgot to include them and added the desserts. We paid the bill with a 20% obligatory (and profoundly unearned) tip for “large parties”, got up and left, doubtful that we ever would come back.
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  AJMAL ALOKOZAY

  May 8, 2026
  1.0
  I ordered kabab from this restaurant and when I got home and opened the box, most of the food was burnt and not properly cooked. It was not edible and not what I expected based on what I paid. I contacted the restaurant right away to request a refund or replacement, but they refused and said they could not do anything. I was very disappointed with both the food quality and the customer service. I hope the restaurant takes this seriously and improves food quality control before serving customers.
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  Dra. Balbin

  May 4, 2026
  5.0
  A 10/10 experience! The atmosphere is beautiful and super cozy, but the food is on another level. The noodles were delicious, and you can really taste the quality of the ingredients (Halal). Don't forget to order the tea and the fruit yogurt shakes they are so refreshing, flawless, and the perfect way to round off the meal. The service was spectacular; the kind of hospitality that makes you want to come back again and again. 100% recommended!

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