Helmand Palace

Afghan restaurant · Polk Gulch

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"It’s easy to miss this Afghani spot nestled on Van Ness, but it remains a staple for tasty halal Afghani cuisine and unique menu items such as kaddo, or baked pumpkin, and aushak, a delicious leek-filled dumpling (there’s also a vegetarian version available)." - Dianne de Guzman, Eater Staff

The 13 Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in San Francisco

2424 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109 Get directions

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