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The Helmand Restaurant, Baltimore, MD

The Helmand Restaurant

4.5
4.5
1986 Reviews
$30 and under
Afghan
  • Innovative
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
Providing fine Afghan cuisine for over 30 years in Baltimore. We offer small romantic seating for two up to rehearsal dinners for 50! Offer your guests a remarkable experience of culture, spices, wines and cocktails in a fine dining setting!
Carnivores, Vegetarians, pescatarians, and vegans all will enjoy!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Afghan, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Phone number
    (410) 752-0311
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Pikesville
  • Cross street
    Monument. Read
  • Parking details
    Plenty of on street parking or paid lot immediately next door
  • Public transit
    Purple Line -Charm City 4 blocks from Penn Station
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,986 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5
4.5 based on all time ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 2.7Value

NoiseModerate

1,986 Reviews
  1. Vince

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely enjoyed our first experience. The pumpkin appetizer is a must!

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  2. alisona

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I get the chicken kabob. The chicken is cooked very well. It is not dried out like some places. It was enough for me to take some home and have another meal. A good value for the $$

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  3. Elise

    VIP

    Baltimore

    76 reviews

    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The pumpkin and yogurt appetizer is outstanding. Our main dishes -- both vegetarian and meat -- were also terrific.

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  4. RonS

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great. Service was efficient. Ambience was nice. Great experience. I'll go back!

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  5. MarkF

    VIP

    Baltimore

    33 reviews

    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We always enjoy the Helmand. Prompt efficient service, delicious food no matter what we order and a cozy vibe. We usually get some form of lamb and whether it's slices or forest, a stew or kabob, it's always tender and flavored with care. Appetizers are just the right size and one can finish the entrees (barely) and still have room for dessert. We chose the hazelnut cake this time which was delicious and not overly sweet. I always like the cardamom tea and my partner enjoys the Turkish coffee.

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  6. grazie2

    Baltimore

    82 reviews

    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As expected from The Helmand, outstanding :starters Kaddo Borwani: pan fried Pumpkin and /or Salata. Outstanding entrees, Kabuli Pallow (Lamb) and / or Salmon Also Naan, and first rate and very reasonably priced wine options. The Afghan Ice Cream is an enjoyable and memorable dessert

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  7. WittB

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was good, ambience pleasant, noise level fine for conversation. However, once we placed our food order our meal arrived within minutes. No time for a conversation over a drink. We felt like we were being rushed out, although the restaurant was only half full. Clearly the dishes were prepared well in advance, and not to order. The plates were cold as was the food before we finished.

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  8. Galel

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is always right on target. Everything ordered was absolutely delicious. The service is excellent and the prices are very reasonable.

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  9. CherylAW

    Columbus

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had the chicken kabob dinner and it was very good. Would like to return and try more of the vegetarian dishes. Service was excellent.

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  10. AndrewP

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 29, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Helmand is always a great place to get delicious food at an amazing value. We have never been disappointed.

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Google Map for The Helmand Restaurant

806 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Monument. Read
  • Neighborhood
    Pikesville
  • Hours of operation
    Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Afghan, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Plenty of on street parking or paid lot immediately next door
  • Public transit
    Purple Line -Charm City 4 blocks from Penn Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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