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Helmand in Baltimore is a four star Afghan restaurant. Here's a place to get good food. Located in the Downtown North neighborhood, this inexpensive restaurant has been around for the last 5 years. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a romantic atmosphere. This restaurant features a full bar. This restaurant is good for groups. People who have eaten here found the food consistently done to a turn and equally lovely.
4.0 of 5 stars.
One of our best restaurants in the city. Consistent. Well priced. Nice wine selection.
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to The Helmand many times with various friends over the last ten years of so. Yesterday, I went with two friends who had never been. I must admit, I had not been in quite a while so it was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was a lovely restaurant in a beautiful part of town with excellent and unique food. The pumpkin appetizer was divine and surprising, and the bread was unusual and tasty. The sabzy challow was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here numerous times and I my guests have never been disappointed. The few dishes that I thought were perfect, Chicken Lawand and Vegetarian Platter. Give the Kaddo Borawni (pumpkin) and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, the garlic and pumpkin is delicious. The ahsouk are off the hook. I highly recommend the dwopiaza (lamb with vinegar soaked onions). The lamb and the mushrooms has two different, and very...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner at The Helmand this past weekend on a visit to a friend who lives in Baltimore and has been here before. Definitely a great choice for dinner! The atmosphere is casual but still classy;...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place rocks, it is crampy and tight you sit right on top of other diners! but the food is great and amazing prices, service is average, but Middle Eastern is my favorite, make reservations!
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I first moved to Baltimore, I was told that the best place to eat in Mt. Vernon was the Helmand. I have yet to eat at every restaurant in this artsy district, but I was very pleased with...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Perfect restaurant for vegetarians. The pumpkin appetizer is divine. I've never had anything here that I did not truly enjoy. It is not "cheap", but it is a reasonable for the amount and quality of...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The ambiance had the murmurings of engoldened intellectualism. Shiny wine glasses and an amazing sweet potato appetizer made a nice palate for my tongue. The bread was what good bread should be, firm...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, I'm a loser..I went back to The Helmand and ordered the exact same dish I had last time (the ashouk..leek ravioli). The roommates and I did try the pumpkin appetizer that was recommended on Yelp,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This food is SINFUL! The pumpkin is to die for. The best Afghan food I've had next to homemade.
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love eating here! I'm veggie lover (not a vegetarian though), so for vegetarians, it's a great place to try a lot of Afghan food. I particularly enjoy their mushroom dish. Their freshly baked...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Helmand seems to be a local favorite, and I can see why, as it offers diners another choice in the area besides chain restos, burger joints and Italian. Their pumpkin appetizer is a must-try: steamed...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Other than the difficulty at seating large parties, I highly recommend the Helmand. It is a little on the pricey side, but well worth it. The restaurant is stylish and beautiful. The food is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Filling, delicious food.If only it was a bit cheaper.Then my tummy would be happier.
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Helmand was a nice, charming, cozy restaurant. I really liked the nice warm atmosphere, which was especially inviting since the cold weather made us feel like walking blocks of ice. The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Even though we had reservations, we ended up waiting about 10 minutes at the bar. That's to be expected as this place is pretty packed on weekends.Again, great service, friendly attentive staff,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I used to eat Kofta Chalow at my friend Orzala's house growing up, so rich and flavorful, full of pungent spices. I tried the vegetable version at the Helmand and it was pretty good. My favorite...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Helmand was delicious. The appetizers, soups, and entrees were all wonderful, especially when mixed together. The wine selection, service and ambiance were all great ... but then there was the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best restaurant in Baltimore. Get the kadoo, you'll wish you had ordered two. Fantastic.
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first taste of Afghan food, and I didn't know what to expect. I should have looked at a map though, because it reminded me of a cross between Indian and Middle Eastern food, with a lot less...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As my first foray into Afghan cuisine, The Helmand was a glorious success! (In fact, we decided to try it due to overwhelmingly positive reviews on Yelp.) We were able to sneak into the last table...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2008
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The Helmand restaurant is one of my favorite places in Baltimore. The decor, service, food, and atmosphere is exceptional. The prices are also reasonable.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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The other week I headed out for the Bachlorette Party of a friend. We started...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The other week I headed out for the Bachlorette Party of a friend. We started at The Helmand The Helmand serves Afghan Cuisine. When you walk in you are welcome by a warm feeling with colorful main...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Enjoyed this place when I stopped by the other week. The pumpkin appetizer was not the best version I've had (for that try Maiwand Kabob in Columbia), but was still good. I had the Korma Mahi (sea...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2008
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The bread is a must-get here. My bf and I always bring it home and make sandwiches from it the next morning. Vegetarian versions of their appetizer are fabulous....and if you're looking for a place to take a...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/14/2008
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We were ignored for the first five minutes upon entering the restaurant. After speaking with someone, twice, we were unceremoniously shown a table at which time we decided to leave. Will never find out if the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is as good as you'll get in Kabul (maybe even better)! Mantwo is my favorite Afghan dish, and I have eaten it homemade in Afghan family homes in Kabul, and this is just as good! Its so...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If anything, go for the Kaddo Bowrani--wholly scrumptious! I never really thought that pumpkin and yogurt would go so well together but wow! Out of all appetizers I've had in my lifetime, this ties...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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Took a friend here for his birthday as a suprise, the food and service were absolutlely delightful, but it was rather crammed with people and tables.
kudzu.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love Afghani food and this little place does not disappoint in the least. The pumpkin dumplings are delicate, the yogurt sauce nicely textured, and the black walnut ice cream Delicious. The service...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think the Helmand is one of the top restaurants in Baltimore, I've been eating there for about eight years now (about 4 times a year these days). The food is always outstanding and the service is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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From what I understand, the food from The Helmand is as close to authentic Afghani food as you are likely to find in the US. I loved the platter style dinner options so that you could sample many different...
kudzu.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome place. Love the ambience and the service. Please reserve in advance (especially on weekends). Very nice food. True taste of Afghani culture...(given that the restaurant is owned by Ahmad...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is great. I was brought here as a surprise a couple of years ago and try to go back whenever possible. They have a whole section of the menu for vegetarians. The vegetarian section...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
delicious. good bread. good pumpkin appetizer. shaftal salad is yummy.
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Funny that my first Yelp is about this Baltimore restaurant, since I actually live in the SF Bay Area. I'm so glad we found The Helmand, thanks to Yelp (two nights in a row). The Helmand serves...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely exquisite Afghan cuisine. Superb atmosphere. Wonderful service. Great dessert. Just go.
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's a little pricey ... but a perfect place for a date!!!Food is delicious, everyone polite, setting perfectly lit...(not too dark, not too bathed in light).I didnt try the appetizers but had a lamb...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best thing about Charles Street, REALLY. And look for it's facade in the upcoming flick He's Just Not That Into You, The Helmand is one of those places where you wonder why they aren't a chain....
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious. The food is a bit more wintery (heavy) than I expected but good lord is it good! The appetizers are alright, tasty, but overall unnecessary if you already know you want a delicious lamb...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So I went to The Helmand on a date last night... it took a bit of convincing on my end: me: What are you in the mood for, food wise?her: "I dunno, I'm up for whatver"me: *thinks to self: I hope she...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. They have a fab pumpkin appetizer with garlic yogurt. Honestly, I thought it sounded kinda gross-- until I tasted it! I ate my words and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow Golly!The food at The Helmand knocked the socks off this Bay Area snob. While I only ordered the vegetarian soup, it was incredible. The spices were varied and interesting.The only downside was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Completely fabulous. My wife and I moved to Baltimore a year and a half ago, and this is the restaurant we've been to most often; it's the first restaurant we take people who visit to. Everything on...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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Great restaurant! The food is amazing, prepared very well and quite unique. The restaurant atmosphere is relaxed and the service is excellent. Dress up or down, this restaurant has both.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gotta love it! The food is not something you find everyday, everywhere, and is so tasty and affordable. I like going to places that offer meals that I don't have the ingredients or know-how to whip...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic food that you simply canNOT find anywhere else, yet priced to compete with the most mundane TGIFreakin'Appleblechs, Helmand is not to be missed.Try the pumpkin appetizer. It will knock your...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love restaurants that feel busy and homey. This is one of those. Six of us came to the restaurant on a friday night without booking. This, usually a sure way to get no food and results in walking up...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place kicks ass. In terms of pure bang for your buck, it doesn't get much better. Quality ethnic food on white table linens in a cozy atmosphere with good service doesn't get much cheaper. If...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic food in a very nice atmosphere that makes the prices a steal. Seriously, where else can you have this quality of food on white table cloths with friendly, nonintrusive service for...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I would have never thought I'd like Afghan food until I came to this place. For appetizer, kaddo bowrani (baby pumpkin with yogurt & garlic sauce) is good. I would've never thought I'd like something...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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Loved the Persian-style icecream with rosewater and Saffron. The food was not that great though. I'm Persian and thought I'd love Afghani food, but I found it really bland. I wonder if it's the Americanized...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent food. Great service.
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
excellent food, served quickly and very well priced. The atmosphere is great, you can wear jeans or you can wear a suit depending on the night. I've got nothing bad to say about this restaurant!
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is where I take my parents when they come into town, or go for birthday dinners with friends, or just go when I want something other than my usual preferred burrito fare.I love the Helmand. I've...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was my favorite, favorite, favorite restaurant during college, and -- 8 years later -- it still is. The atmosphere is warm and friendly, and the food is always delicious and well-priced. I've...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Helmand made me very happy the night I ate there. I went in with very little expectations and left a happy Matt. Love the prices, the bread, the squash, the seasonings and that other thing I had...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2007
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Visiting family on Maryland's Eastern Shore for the holidays I found myself in Baltimore for dinner and the theatre, more specifically at The Helmand. Having never experienced Afghan cuisine before I have...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As everyone else has pretty much stated how fantastic this place is already, I'll just highlight some key points:1) Yes, they do serve up fantastic Afghani food with fabulous service and a classy...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2006
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Its something new, something different. Something delicious. I recently moved to Baltimore and, was unanimously advised to try the Helmand. Almost every person I talked to raved about this place; and, for good...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/31/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When we first arrived at this place it felt a little awkward. It was packed, and my girlfriend and I stood at the door like schmucks for a few minutes before anyone came to help us. That was strange,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2006
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This is a great restaurant! I'm particularly impressed with their service. I went there for an early dinner this weekend, around 6PM, and was seated right away. The waiter was very attentive, polite and...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/24/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Baltimore seems like this far away land, and I don't know much about it. We happened to be in the area and decided to eat, but I didn't have my computer with me, so I couldn't check good ole trusty...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Update: What a gem of a neighborhood restaurant! Try the specials while you dine there; the fish dish (can't remember the name) was amazing and wait at 8pm on a Saturday with no reservations was only...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cozy, classy. Decent wine list. Outstanding food. Nice selection for vegatarians and non-vegatarians alike. The bread is wonderful. If you love cilantro you will go crazy for the cilantro sauce they...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Who knew that Baltimore was home to a fabulous authentic Afghani restaurant. I went mid-week and the place was packed. Just by seeing the patrons faces, I knew that this place would live up to its...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite places in Baltimore. The food is delicious, the service is awesome, and they have a pretty good wine selection, for being so small. Vegetarians and meat eaters will bother...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2006
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After happy hour down at Little Havanas we decided to catch a bite to eat at The Helmand. We did not have reservations (It was 8pm on a Wednesday) and we only had to wait 15 minutes. The bread they serve is...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/25/2006
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The Helmand is one of Baltimore's many jewels. It's fine dining, so it's not exactly cheap, but neit...
judysbook.com - user review - 02/03/2006
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The Helmand is by far my favorite restaurant in Baltimore. Although I had never tried Afghani food b...
judysbook.com - user review - 02/02/2006
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The Helmand is a wonderful restaurant located in Mount Vernon. Their cuisine is Afghanistani, and i...
judysbook.com - user review - 02/01/2006
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I have been a loyal customer of Helmands for ten years in three cities. I called for a Saturday reservation and got a 5:30 reservation. I was told that we would need to be done by 7pm. Never has a restaurant...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2005
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Named after the longest and most important river in Afghanistan, this restaurant is awesome! The food is delicious and the prices are very reasonable. Make reservations, it is popular. The service is quick,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/18/2005
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First, you have to try the pumpkin appetizer. It has a silky texture and tangy yogurt sauce. The atmosphere is classy but not imposing. The menu prices are suprisingly reasonable and the portions are very...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/02/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
great food (everything we got was excellent.), romantic atmosphere (but a bit crowded, which isn't a bad sign), good (but not overly friendly) service, good selection of wine. we waited for our table...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2005
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This is one of the best resurants in Baltimore! A must to anyone living in or visiting Baltimore.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/22/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Helmand(I don't why it's not listed as such) owned by Afghan prez Karzai's brother - I came because there's also one in SF. Food is very good, although it's good to go with someone who's got...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2005
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Simple, delicious, afghan cuisine. Half the menu is vegetarian friendly. The pumpkin appetizer is to die for.[Update: Unfortunately, on my last visit, we had bad, rude, service, starting with a 45...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2004
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I love their lamb, it is so tender and flavorful. In one dish with rice flavored with cumin and raisins with grated carrot. It comes with a delicious sauce as well. Our favorite appetizer is the pumpkin filled...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/30/2002
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The Helmand is a great place to dine. The food is GREAT, the staff is friendly, and there's a great atmoshpere there.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/11/2002
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My friend & went there on the spur of the moment, without reservations, in jeans & were able to get a table by promising to leave by a certain time. Excellent marinated meats and amazing creamed spinach! also,...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/18/2002
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I had the best lamb dish here: cubes of marinated, tender lamb, currants, carrots and rice. So good. Service was alway accomodating. And prices are reasonable.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2002
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i discovered afghan food about 5 years ago and have been an addict ever since. this restaurant is one of the best of its genre that i've been to in the world and in my opinion is one of the best restaurants...
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everyone loves the helmand. the food is consistently done to a turn, the service is consistently impeccable. a local favorite for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike...
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this small afghani restaurant in the midtown mount vernon neighborhood features an intimate, candle-lit dining room decorated in shades of rose. traditional afghani robes adorn the bare brick walls. the food...
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this is our favorite restaurant in baltimore over the last 10 years...
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