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Salam Afghan Food · 371 Grey Street, Hamilton East 3216 · Phone: 07 595 0101
Afghan Food: Questions & Answers (Hamilton)
Welcome! This page answers the questions we hear most at Salam Afghan Food — a halal Afghan restaurant in Hamilton, NZ. If you searched for “Afghan restaurant near me” or “halal food near me”, you’re in the right place. Start here and follow the links to our live menu and ordering.
Afghan cuisine is hearty, aromatic and balanced — think rice dishes like kabuli/kabili palaw, grilled kebabs, house-made flatbreads, bright chutneys, and delicate dumplings such as mantu and ashak. Flavours are herb-forward rather than very spicy, making it family-friendly and perfect for sharing. Explore favourites on our menu.
Yes — we prepare halal Afghan food. If you need details about certification or sourcing, please contact us.
Mantu are steamed dumplings filled with lightly spiced meat and onions, topped with garlic yoghurt and lentil or tomato sauce. Ashak are leek-filled dumplings (vegetarian-friendly) finished the same way. Try both on our menu.
Bolani is a thin, pan-fried stuffed flatbread, often filled with potato, pumpkin, or leek and served with chutney or yoghurt. Find it under starters on our menu.
Yes. Many Afghan dishes are naturally vegetarian, like ashak, bolani, and seasonal vegetable plates. Vegan and gluten-friendly choices are available — please ask our team or check notes on the menu.
Afghan food is generally mild to medium. We serve chutneys and sauces so you can add more heat to taste. If you prefer mild, let us know when you order online or in-store.
Yes. Use our online ordering for pickup. Delivery may be available via partners depending on your suburb and time of day — check at checkout or contact us.
Absolutely. We cater office lunches, family gatherings, school and community events with trays and family platters of Afghan favourites. See catering platters for ideas or contact us with your date, headcount, and dietary needs.
We’re at 371 Grey Street, Hamilton East 3216, New Zealand. Hours: Tuesday–Sunday 12:00–21:30, Monday closed. For live updates, visit Contact & Hours or Google Maps.
Start with kabuli palaw /kabili palao, mantu or ashak dumplings, and bolani. Pair them with our yoghurt sauces and a refreshing dogh. Browse highlights on the menu or order online.
Yes — great value for sharing. Tell us your group size and we’ll recommend portions of rice, kebabs, salads, and sides. See family platters or contact us.
We do. We can schedule weekly or monthly orders and accommodate dietary needs. Include your headcount, budget, and delivery schedule when you contact us.