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Kandahar Village is an Afghan restaurant in Gloucester that serves food quite different from what you'll find elsewhere in the Cotswolds.
If you've spent the day at Gloucester Cathedral or exploring the Docks, this is a natural place to settle in for the evening. The kitchen focuses on authentic Afghan cooking—tender grilled meats, fragrant rice dishes, and careful spicing that rewards taking your time over each bite. What stands out is the atmosphere itself. The staff genuinely seem pleased to have you there, which makes a real difference to how an evening feels.
Gloucester sits at the western edge of the Cotswolds and makes a practical base for exploring further afield. Cheltenham, Stroud, and Cirencester are all within easy reach. The city has proper history and character beyond being a transport hub—the cathedral and the Docks are genuinely worth visiting—but it's also where you can find an excellent meal that feels distinct from the dining options in smaller Cotswolds towns. After a day of sightseeing, this restaurant offers good food and the kind of hospitality that makes you want to linger over dinner rather than rush through it.
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