Afani Restaurant

Visited September-October 2024: Shame on me for taking so long to finally write this review for such an amazing Filipino restaurant “Afani” in Jabal Amman! I actually stumbled upon this gem 💎 (Afani Reataurant) by accident while picking up food at a nearby Asian spot, Red Dragon. Lucky me! Shoutout to the wonderful owners—Mohammad (yay! half Arab, half Filipino), his awesome cousin Hatem, and Mohammad’s lovely Filipina mother (the secret behind that mouthwatering home cooking- Tita, I forgot your name po). When I first discovered them, they had only been open for about 4–5 months, so they didn’t pop up on my foodie radar right away. Since then, I’ve tried about 90% of the menu, and let me tell you—everything is spot on. Honestly, for the last 5 visits we just kept ordering the same dishes because they’ve become my fiancé’s absolute favorites in Jordan: Kare Kare, Bicol Express, Pancit Canton, Chicken Adobo, and Tortang Talong. The portions are just right—not skimpy, not overwhelming—and the flavors are authentic, even though some dishes can’t use real pork here in the Middle East. Still, they nailed the taste so well you won’t even notice. Condiments are available on request, Filipino desserts hit the sweet spot, and the overall vibe instantly reminded me of home: warm service, cleanliness, professionalism, and that cozy “auntie’s kitchen” atmosphere. Bonus points: -Karaoke for anyone who wants to unwind 🎤 anytime -Strong WiFi -Straightforward service—they get that you’re here for the food! -Friendly recommendations for non-Filipino guests who don’t know what to order -A cute stamp card system—you can actually earn a free meal (even the 80% of Philippines doesn’t do this!). They even host a Christmas party and gift exchange, which makes it feel like a slice of the Philippines right here in Jordan. Honestly, coming here feels like stopping by your auntie’s house to check what’s cooking—it’s a Filipino thing, and Afani nails it. See ya guys in a few

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Afani Restaurant is a hidden gem for Filipino food lovers in Amman. Tucked above a supermarket on Za’edah Street, it greets you with a warm and a cozy atmosphere filled with nostalgic Filipino decor and music. The menu is full of authentic, home-style dishes—crispy fried rice with shrimp, savory noodles with chicken, flavorful spring rolls, curry, and perfectly cooked Milkfish (Bangus). Portions are generous, prices are very reasonable, and the flavors taste just like home.