Helmand Palace

Afghan restaurant · Polk Gulch

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Longstanding Afghan institution serving halal specialties like aushak, kaddo, and kebabs in a warmly old-school dining room. Recognized by Eater SF as a city classic and valued by regulars for steady, soulful cooking.

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Halal Food in San Francisco (2025)

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

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