Menu

Kamdesh Afghan Cuisine offers a diverse menu with vegan and vegetarian options, along with traditional Afghan dishes like Bolani and Pallow. The restaurant provides a cozy atmosphere and is open late, accommodating big groups. Customers rave about the generous portions and homemade taste, particularly praising the salmon and rice dishes. The spacious and well-maintained establishment showcases Afghan culture through decor and music. Despite some reviews mentioning high prices, the quality of the food remains top-notch. With excellent service and a family-friendly environment, Kamdesh Afghan Cuisine is a must-try for those looking to experience Afghan cuisine in Oakland.

Appetizers

Appetizers

Squash (Kadu) Borani

Vegan served with no yogurt) Fresh sauted butternut squash served over a zesty yogurt.

$10.99

Bolani Potato

(Vegan) Traditional Afghani flatbread stuffed with a potato & onion.

$12.99

Kadu Bolani

(Vegan) Traditional Afghani flatbread stuffed with squash & onion.

$12.99

Gandana Bolani (Seasonal)

(Vegan) Traditional Afghani flatbread stuffed with leek & onion.

$13.99

Turai Daal

(Vegan) A combination of zucchini, scallions, & lentils cooked in our special spices.

$10.99

Eggplant (Bon Jon) Borani

(Vegan served with no yogurt) A tasty dish of eggplant, garlic, & onions topped with a zesty yogurt sauce.

$9.65

Aush

Authentic Afghani noodle & vegetable soup topped with homemade yogurt.

$8.99

Afghani Salad

(Vegan served with no yogurt) A mixture of red onions, tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro, & mint topped with our special house dressing.

$5.99

Kamdesh Special House Salad

Vegan mixture of lettuce, mixed greens, tomato, red onion, & cucumber.

$6.99

Sabzi

(Vegan) A combination of spinach & scallions cooked in our special spices.

$10.99

Mantoo

Dumplings cooked with ground beef, onions, topped with special yogurt sauce.

$9.99

Pallow (Brown Basmati Rice)

Halal

$6.99

Baklava 1 piece

$2.00

Baklava 3 pieces

$5.00

Challow (White Basmati Rice)

Halal

$5.99

Afghani Naan

Three pieces

$2.00

Afghani Yoghurt

Yogurt mixed with cucumber & mint.

$2.99

Side Dishes

Side Dishes

Beverages

Beverages

Mexican Glass Bottled

$3.75

All Soda Can

$1.99

Pot of Afghan Green Tea

Halal

$4.00

Green Tea

Halal

$1.99

Doogh

Yogurt drink mixed with cucumber and mint leaves.

$2.99

Beef Tikka Kabab

Fresh beef marinated in our special spices served with a grilled tomato. Served w/ white or brown rice

$17.99

Beef Kabab (Kubideh)

Fresh beef marinated in our special spices served with a grilled tomato. Served w/ white or brown rice

$18.99

Chicken Breast Kabab

Fresh chicken marinated in our special spices served with a grilled tomato. Served w/ white or brown rice

$17.99

Chicken Thigh Kabab (boneless)

Fresh boneless chicken marinated in our special spices served with a grilled tomato. Served w/ white or brown rice

$18.99

Lamb Tikka Kabab

Fresh lamb marinated in our special spices served with a grilled tomato. Served w/ white or brown rice

$18.99

Lamb Chops

Fresh lamb chops marinated in our special spices served with a grilled tomato. Served w/ white or brown rice

$21.99

Fish Kabab

Fresh fish marinated in our special spices served with a grilled tomato. Served w/ white or brown rice

$22.99

Chicken Chapli Kabab

Fresh chicken marinated in our special spices served with a grilled tomato. Served w/ white or brown rice

$16.99

Chapli Kabab

Grilled ground sirloin, prepared with a blend of spices, cilantro, tomatoes and scallions. Served with a grilled tomato.

$15.99

Qabili Pallow

Afghanistan's most popular dish, brown basmati rice with lamb shank, topped with sauted raisins and julienned carrots and fresh beef marinated in our special spices served with a grilled tomato.

$19.99

Kofta Challow

Fresh beef kofta marinated in our special spices served with a grilled tomato. Served w/ white or brown rice

$15.99

Lamb Korma Challow

Fresh lamb korma marinated in our special spices served with a grilled tomato. Served w/ white or brown rice

$16.99

Sabzi Challow

(Vegetarian) (Vegan) A combination of spinach & scallions cooked in our special spices. Served with white basmati rice.

$14.99

Sabzi Challow (With Lamb)

Fresh sabzi (veggies) marinated in our special spices served with a grilled tomato. Served w/ white or brown rice

$23.99

Squash Challow

"(Vegan served with yno yogurt)Squash cooked in our special spice, served with white basmati rice."

$14.99

Eggplant Borani

Fresh eggplant borani marinated in our special spices served with a grilled tomato. Served w/ white or brown rice

$14.99

Entrees

Entrees