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The Helmand

Culinary excellence awaits

Afghan$$$
4.5
1020 reviews

The Special Occasion — dress accordingly

Afghan cuisine in East Cambridge near CambridgeSide. The kaddo borawni (pan-fried pumpkin with yogurt garlic sauce) is a must-order. The lamb dishes are excellent. Cozy, fireplace in winter, romantic without being stuffy. Boston Globe Best Date Night winner.

Chef's Table Selection
East Cambridge

The Maitre d' Recommends

Kaddo Borawni
Lamb
Date Night
Cozy Fireplace

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Contact Details

Address

143 First St, Cambridge, MA 02141

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Hours

Sun-Thu: 5PM-10PM, Fri-Sat: 5PM-11PM

Transit

5 min walk from Lechmere

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