Food27 Decor21 Service23 Cost$32
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Diners make a "culinary expedition" to this midpriced Mt. Vernon "landmark" for "consistently...
Owned by Hamid Kharzai's brother, Qayum Karzai, Helmand serves outstanding Afghan fare in a casual yet elegant space. Beautiful woven textiles and traditional dresses adorn the walls, adding color to the simple white table settings. Try one of the many outstanding lamb dishes such as kabuli pallow (lamb tenderloin with carrots and raisins) or the vegetarian aushak (Afghan ravioli). For...
Helmand Restaurant Review:
For more than two decades, Helmand has remained one of Baltimore’s most popular restaurants. It’s been an impressive run, especially for a place specializing in a cuisine as uncommon as Afghani. How does Helmand do it? By suiting many types of dining needs: for one, it’s white-tablecloth, gracious enough for special occasions, yet comfortable (and modestly priced) enough for every day. The food...
Exotic spices, fine food and superb service have made this local institution Baltimore's premier Afghani restaurant.:
The Scene
The Helmand's colorful main dining room is adorned with festive Afghani clothing and tapestries. The outer room has a burnished wooden bar and several intimate tables. Both...