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Helmand Palace

Afghan, Vegan Pumpkin, Eggplant

$$

Top tips

  • Ask for the Special Vegetarian Entree without yogurt sauce; it includes pumpkin, eggplant, okra and pallow rice.
  • Expect generous portions; several reviewers describe the servings as large.
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  • Try Vegetarian Aushak, Dall and hummus as starters; a reviewer ordered all three vegan.
  • Ask the staff to confirm ingredients and preparation when ordering vegan, since some dishes need adjustments.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention special vegetarian platter, hummus and special vegetarian entree.

Good for

The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, generous portions and affordable.

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Also praised for attentive service, cozy atmosphere, good value and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Helmand Palace’s Special Vegetarian Entree brings together baked pumpkin, pan-fried eggplant, sautéed okra and pallow rice; ask for it without yogurt sauce to keep it vegan. Reviews praise the generous portions and warm, attentive service, and the flatbread with dips and shareable appetizers make it a good fit for dinner with a group.

Vegan menu

CAN BE MADE VEGAN
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Helmand Palace · dine-in · 1 dish

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2424 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109

Opening hours

Monday
17:30–22:00
Tuesday
17:30–22:00
Wednesday
17:30–22:00
Thursday
17:30–22:00
Friday
17:30–22:00
Saturday
17:30–22:00
Sunday
17:30–22:00

the food

5.0 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
  • Good service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
lentils, chickpeas
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