Afghan Restaurants near Hayward, CA

“Nice and clean environment. Delicious food.“

“Great taste and very good customer service.“

“All was delicious; however, some basic items one might expect were unavailable, possibly due to a large party (80) that would be there later. Our group of 6 was easygoing about not being able to order some things we'd wanted. The disappointment didn't last long because what was available was very good.“

“We are from Connecticut, and during a recent trip to the Bay Area, we had the extreme good fortune to try the Afghan Awasana Kabob House. Oh my ... what an experience! The food was superb … an epicurean delight, but also plentiful, and very reasonably priced. The qabuli palow - a lamb shank dish was a standout, and the squash bolani - a stuffed flatbread was out of this world. The owner was very friendly during dinner, only to be surpassed by what happened after our dinner. Upon leaving, our car would not start. The owner offered to jump start our car. When that did not work, he offered us a ride back to the house where we were staying ... which we gratefully accepted. On the way, while we were thanking him profusely, he indicated that this was not an imposition as he routinely gave rides to his workers. I was moved to tears with his generosity. The Afghan Awasana Kabob House stimulated my palate, satiated my appetite, and above all, nourished my soul with renewed faith in the kindness of humanity. A truly memorable evening that will not soon be forgotten.“

“I ordered lamb shank, chicken kabob, and beef kabob with palao for a takeout dinner, and the experience was fantastic. The service was fast, and the food was ready quickly, which made the process smooth and convenient. All the dishes were delicious—the lamb shank was tender, and the kabobs were flavorful and perfectly cooked. The palao complemented the meats really well, making for a satisfying meal. Overall, I was very impressed with both the quality of the food and the efficiency of the service. I highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely be ordering from them again soon!“

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I recently had the pleasure of dining at this incredible afghan kabob restaurant, and it was an experience worth sharing. We called ahead to order Bolani, and I was impressed by how smoothly everything was handled—our order was ready and waiting when we arrived.

From the moment we placed our kabob order, it was clear that this restaurant takes pride in its craft. The kabob were cooked to absolute perfection—tender, flavorful, and grilled just right. Every bite was a delight, and the quality of the ingredients truly stood out.

One detail that really elevated the experience for me was the sumac shaker on the table. It’s a small touch, but it showed the restaurant’s commitment to authenticity and flavor.

Without a doubt, this is a 10/10 spot for kabob, and I’ll definitely be coming back for more. Highly recommend!“

“Went for a birthday party on a Sunday night. The staff was nice and the Afghan food was yummy. Lots of food, dancing and music. Had a very good time. The qaubli rice and the kebabs were good. Especially the chicken which was tasty and moist. Often chicken kebab is a bit dry but they cook it just right at Maiwand Village. My son loves it and likes the Chapli too. I love the pakora (sliced,battered and fried potato).“

“Got out of Oakland Zoo and found this place next to a liquor store but the food is deceptively tasteful vs the neighborhood. We order 2 gyros and a lamb bowl. Besides the ample portion, the meats (lamb, steak and chicken) are well marinated and tender. The lamb is not gamy at all. The fries that come with the order are so seasoned such that ketchup would actually ruin it.

Will definitely revisit next time I visit the zoo.“

“Fresh healthy food, Friendly staff, Great ambience“

“Highly recommended, I enjoyed the food and hospitality. Look fwd to taking friends and family here. 4300 Great America pkwy Santa Clara new local spot to eat“

“awesome place and great food“

“I don’t always make reviews however this place deserves a recognition. I’ve made order from here a couple of times under the new management and I’ve experienced nothing but pleasant and warming customer service. The crème rolls are absolutely delicious, and looking forward to trying some other delicious foods & pastries they offer. It’s family owned and I believe especially in times like these we should support local businesses.“

“Get the gyro combo & falafel kinda regularly aaaaand the food is DELICIOUS! the fries, the meats & bread are perfectly cooked every time - they even accommodate my pickiness >]~ *I order everything a particular way & they nail it, thank you!“

“This place is SO good! Been coming here for years and the food is just as good as ever. First of all the service is excellent; servers Masoud and Nawid were just incredible people - super kind and helpful. The cooking staff - David, Yadira, and Judith are also so friendly and talented at what they do. The lamb under rice is always melt off your fork tender. The bolani is crispy and moist and just a little bit spicy, which goes perfectly with the tart yogurt. And the Mandu ? were delicious and unique from Asian dumplings. Portions are very generous and we always have leftovers. My wife and I love this place and highly recommend it!!!“

“Absolutely loved my dining experience at {PESHAWARI KABABS]! The food was flavorful, fresh, and perfectly seasoned. You can tell they use high-quality ingredients in every dish. The service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. It’s refreshing to find a restaurant with such a great selection of authentic Halal options. I’ll definitely be coming back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for delicious Halal food.

My sincere thanks to everyone, with special appreciation for Haji Dawood and Hazrat Bilal.“