Helmand Kabob Palace Pickering

Some of the best Afghan food that we have had! Excellent taste and flavors! The owners are very kind and even though we were a large group of 15, they catered to our needs. You will also have a great conversation with the head chef, whose wits are as sharp as his cooking skills! We had the large family platter for 15 and there was more than enough food for all of us to enjoy. This plaza has some great food options such as Affys, silver spoons and dessert lounge, but don't overlook this Afghan spot!

January 4, 2025 on Google

The food at this place is always the most authentic, always fresh and always delicious! Whether it is dine in or catered it never disappoints and we have been going to this place since my teenagers were babies! I am only giving the atmosphere 4 because they need a bigger place but the food is all worth it. They accommodated our group of 20 guests last minute and the service was super fast! Thank you!

January 1, 2025 on Google

I visited Helmand Kabob Palace in Pickering a couple of months ago with friends. The chicken kabab was flavorful and enjoyable, but the salad fell short of expectations. The rice, topped with carrots in traditional Afghan style, didn’t quite suit my taste. The pricing was reasonable, which was a plus. The restaurant wasn’t crowded during our visit, creating a relaxed atmosphere, but the service left room for improvement. While the amenities are limited, the ample parking space is convenient. Overall, it’s a decent spot to explore Afghan cuisine, especially if you’re curious to try something new, but there’s room for enhancements in both service and presentation.

December 30, 2024 on Google

I will start with the positives. The prices were good, with two shawarma sandwiches at $12. The Shawarma Plate was 10.99. For the quantity/price ratio, it was decent. The wait wasn't too long however I suspect I know the reason why. First I will start with the fact that when I walked in, there was no shawarma spit nor were the grills on. That should have been an indication of something is wrong. I chalked it up to slow due to the holidays and it was kind of late, around 730ish. The full menu was only available via QR code, which isn't an issue for myself luckily, however anyone who doesn't know how to use it, is stuck with looking at only a fraction of the menu on the TV displays overhead. FYI we got two items for take out 1st Item: The chicken shawarma wrap. It was bad. The Wrap was a tortilla wrap filled with chicken which was clearly boiled in turmeric. Only taste came from what seems like ranch dressing, couldn't really tell. Not even a hint of spice. I didn't even get a chance to look at what they were putting in the wrap as they prepped behind their kitchen walls. As mentioned before, the grill wasn't even on, so it was just soggy. Unfortunately I ate it all without taking any pics, however you can see in the photos of the second item, the chicken is just boiled. 2nd Item: Chicken dinner plate. I don't know where to start. First thing is they put some fries in, nice touch IF they were actually fried properly. Clearly fried in oil way below temp, so they were soggy and oily. I can't even give the excuse that it was because of take out, we live about 2 minutes away. The chicken, which was supposed to be the star of the show fell flat. As you can see in the image, not grilled on the spit or on the flat top or anything. The sauce which was supposed to be hot, definitely was not. The salad, almost non existent. I cannot recommend this place to anyone, and if you are able to read any of the 1 star reviews, believe them as the owner is flagging any negative reviews as false. Fight me

December 21, 2024 on Google

I tried their chicken shawarma, I loved it. Although I won’t call it a shawarma, but it is literally the best chicken wrap ”shawarma” I’ve tried in Canada and I’m not exaggerating.

December 10, 2024 on Google

Such a nice family owned restaurant. The food was extremely delicious and the price was really affordable. The restaurant was also well decorated made me feel like I am actually dining in a local restaurant in Afghanistan.

December 10, 2024 on Google

I've been coming to this restaurant for over 3 years, and it truly is a hidden gem. The atmosphere is always welcoming, and the food never disappoints. One standout dish is the lamb shank — tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. It's hands down one of the best I've had anywhere. If you're looking for a top-notch meal in a cozy spot, this place is a must-try!

November 26, 2024 on Google

You Gotta eat here! This was my first time trying Afghan food. It was so yummy. I had the lamb curry. It was so flavourful so tender I highly recommend it. The salad was lovely. The spring rolls were amazing. The rice was cooked to perfection and the chicken soup was like nothing I’ve had before.

November 21, 2024 on Google