Order the best Afghan near Livermore, CA

Best Afghan Restaurants Nearby in Livermore

Tandoori Pizza

Tandoori Pizza

4.6
(100+)
• Fast Casual • Pizza
$0 delivery fee • 5.3 mi • 35 min
Tandoori Chicken Pizza
Creamy Garlic Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Bell Peppers, Red Onions, Diced Tomatoes, Tandoori Chicken, Green Onions & Fresh Cilantro.
$34.81
Malai Paneer Pizza
Malai Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Bell Peppers, Red Onions, Diced Tomatoes, & Marinated Paneer.
$34.85
Chili Paneer Pizza
Organic Spicy Curry Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Bell Peppers, Red Onions, Diced Tomatoes, Marinated Paneer, Green Onions & Fresh Cilantro.
$36.27
Chicken Tikka Pizza
Creamy Garlic Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Red Onions, Diced Tomatoes, Chicken Tikka, Green Onions & Fresh Cilantro.
$33.18
The Meltdown

The Meltdown

4.1
(900+)
• Melts • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee • 5.9 mi • 44 min
"My girlfriend and I loved it. Quality and quantity. An absolute satisfying breakfast for the morning. Definitely will be returning in the future hungry for more!!!!"
"The sandwich is almost empty, no sauce, little bit of meat, fries are not well cooked. Don't waste your money here. "
Giddy Up Melt - Combo
Chow down with shredded beef, sharp white Cheddar, creamy BBQ sauce and pickles on grilled sourdough bread. Includes your choice of a drink and a side to round out the meal.
$18.23
Hot Mess Melt - Combo
Go big or go home with tender slow-roasted beef, caramelized onions and sharp white Cheddar on grilled sourdough bread. Includes your choice of a drink and a side to round out the meal.
$16.55
Giddy Up Melt
Chow down with shredded beef, sharp white Cheddar, creamy BBQ sauce and pickles on grilled sourdough bread.
$14.15
Kebab House dba DeAfghanan

Kebab House dba DeAfghanan

Afghan • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
$5 off on $40+
Newly Added
Potato Bolani
Potato turnover with yogurt sauce.
$12.93
Qabili Pallow
Lamb shank with seasoned basmati rice, carrots and raisins.
$24.15
Triple Kabob
Chicken, Teka and Chapli.
$30.32
Chicken Kabob
Marinated chicken breast, charbroiled.
$25.22
Chopan Kabob Afghan Cuisine

Chopan Kabob Afghan Cuisine

4.6
(1k+)
• Dinners • KWB
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"I'm typically very picky about Afghan food because it's hard to find it done right. Chopan does it right though! I got the beef tikka kabob and the beef shami skewers and they are delicious! I will be ordering from here much more from now on! It's so nice to have a great Afghan restaurant so close to work."
"Amazing and tasty food! Loved the kabob, the meat was so flavorful and not dry at all! It was the first time I tried Aushak and it didn't disappoint with the multitude of different flavor notes like freshness from the yogurt and the warmth from the spicy chickpeas"
Bolani Kachaloo
Fried flatbread stuffed with potato and fresh herbs. Served with green chutney sauce and yogurt.
$14.62
Beef Chaplee Kabob
Two freshly grilled patties of beef seasoned with our special blend of herbs and spices. Served with rice, naan and a garden salad.
$18.41
Chicken Breast Kabob
A skewer of freshly grilled chicken breast seasoned in our house blend of spices. Served with rice, naan and garden salad.
$17.07
Mantu
Steamed dumplings filled with ground beef, onion and herbs, topped with meat sauce and garlicky yogurt sauce.
$14.72
Sultan's Kebab

Sultan's Kebab

4.7
(2k+)
• Mediterranean • Wraps
$0 delivery fee
"Consistently tasty every time! Falafel Ball and pita went great with the salad, hot sauce, and yogurt chutney. The Combo Shish Kebab platter was jam packed with meat for my husband. The hummus was the tastiest with the Pita Bread. Returning customers, will come again! "
"This is one of those rare times that the door dash prices are the same as the dining in. This is one of my favourites in Livermore. The food is fresh and always very tasty! I love that Sultan's Kebab gives us a substantial salad in a different container. I really appreciate that. "
Combo Shish Kebab
Marinated pieces of Lamb, Beef sirloin or Chicken breast skewered and grilled to perfection. They're often seasoned with a mix of spices, herbs, and sometimes a hint of garlic. Serves with jasmine rice, Spring mix salad, hummus
$19.89
Chicken Kb Plate
Marinated pieces of Chicken Breast, skewered and grilled to perfection. They're often seasoned with a mix of spices, herbs, and sometimes a hint of garlic. Serves with jasmine rice, Spring mix salad, hummus
$19.3
Chicken Shawarma Wrap
Roasted Chicken Shawarma, served with spring salad, jasmine rice, hummus and pita bread
$16.3
Chick Shaw Plate
Roasted Lamb and Chicken Shawarma, served with spring mix salad, jasmine rice, hummus and pita bread
$19.55
ZAM ZAM SUPERMARKET - 4555 Hopyard Rd

ZAM ZAM SUPERMARKET - 4555 Hopyard Rd

3.9
(10+)
• Halal • Sweets
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Kabab Kobideh
Including Rice, Salad, Naan & Chutney
$12.99
Goat Karahi
Rich, spicy, and deeply satisfying — a true karahi favorite, comes with 2 pieces of Afghan bread
$17.98
Tandoori Chicken Leg
Handcrafted donut filled with silky pistachio cream, delicately glazed, and garnished with premium roasted pistachio crumbs.
$5.96
Goat Pulao
Velvety pistachio cake crafted with finely ground pistachios for a rich yet balanced indulgence.
$17.98
Halal city pizza & kabob house

Halal city pizza & kabob house

Indian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
large Afghan style pizza
mshrooms,green bell pepper, tomatoes, red onion, black olives,jalapino,garlic and ground beef
$37.38
combo kabob
special marinated chicken breast meat and beef tri -tip serving with rice , bread. salad and green sauce (chantey)
$18.98
Vegetarian
Red sauce, mushrooms, green peppers, onions, black olives, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese
$35.79
Chicken Sandwich
Lettuce, mayonnaise, tomato, Swiss cheese
$11.43
Sahara Market

Sahara Market

4.4
(200+)
• Persian • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"UPDATE (June 2023): I am here to update my review for this store and change it from one star to five stars, they recently became so great and continuously I have received foods in a perfect shape, temperature so warm, cooked perfect, tasty and overall just absolutely great, they have also put complimentary tahdig in the order even without my request, well done Sahara Market, I’m so glad to see as a customer you folks improved your service and wish you the best for your future, I received a Joojeh Kabob with bone yesterday from them and without doubt was the best I have ever eaten in US, was marinated incredibly awesome and also instructions that I have written on my order was completely followed, thank you Sahara Market."
"Got one koobideh and a small piece of bread, nothing else. For $14, it's not worth the price. I expected rice and salad to be included, as the menu description calls it "lunch". The image shows a higher quantity, misleading!"
Potato Bolani
at bread filled with potato, cilantro, and green onion (spicy or mild)
$19.82
Persian Joojeh Kabob
1 skewer Persian marinated chicken (thigh) with grilled tomato, bread, and lettuce.
$20.69
Tandoori Chicken
Two juicy chicken leg quarters with lettuce, bread, and Sahara chutney.
$22.54
Lunch Koobideh
1 skewers beef koobideh serve with grilled tomato, salad, and bread
$16.14
HALAL CRESCENT GRILL & KITCHEN

HALAL CRESCENT GRILL & KITCHEN

4.6
(10+)
• $
$0 delivery fee
$5 off on $40+
"Experience the Bay Area's finest - the Triple Halal Pepperoni Feast Pizza (16" Extra Large) is a true delight, especially with its delightful flavor, portions and expertly blended seasonings 😊"
"Nice to find a halal pizza place around Livermore. Pepperoni pizza was really good. Will get again. "
Halal Chicken Wings
Halal. Halal favorite.
$18.82
Triple Halal Pepperoni Feast Pizza (10" Small)
Halal. Best seller. Halal beef pepperoni, red sauce, extra cheese.
$23.9
Halal Chicken Tikka Delight Pizza (14" Large)
Halal. Customer favorite. Creamy garlic sauce, marinated halal chicken tikka, bell peppers, onions, herbs.
$35.77
Tandoori Blaze Chicken Pizza (10" Small)
Popular choice. Tandoori halal chicken, garlic sauce, jalapeños, cilantro.
$23.5
AMALFI MEDITERRANEAN FUSION

AMALFI MEDITERRANEAN FUSION

4.4
(60+)
• Mediterranean • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
20% off on $65+
"Delicious and the fries were on point!"
Chicken Shawarma Wrap
Shredded Chicken, Pickles, Red Onions & Garlic Sauce wrapped in lavash W/Fries
$16.02
Chicken Shawarma Plate
Shredded Chicken Breast, Onion served W/ Hummus and your Choice of Basmati Rice or Fries
$17.18
Chicken Samosa
Ground Chicken, Potato & Onion wrapped in Samosa Dough
$9
Beef Shawarma Wrap
Shredded Beef, Tomato, Pickles, Red Onion & Tahini wrapped in Lavash W/ Fries
$16.82
Kailash Parbat

Kailash Parbat

4.3
(700+)
• Indian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"Nice taste and flavors once again! This time, tried the Veg Manchurian Gravy, and it truly delivered the authentic Bombay-style Indo-Chinese flavors I was hoping for. However, the prices are a bit steep for most items on the menu."
"Im seriously disappointed with the quality and quantity of the food here. I ordered HARYALI PANEER TIKKA. Very less quantity for the price, they can't even fill half of the cup for mint chutney. The food was average as well. Paying $20 for this dish is not at all worth it. Hope they improve. "
BOMBAY VADA PAV
The Bombay Burger is potato cake sandwiched in a soft bun.
$11.47
CHOLE BHATURE
Chole is a spiced, tangy, chick PAV BHAJI peas curry served with bhatura which is a soft and fluffy fried bread. One of our signature dishes at Kailash Parbat since 1952
$17.14
AAMCHI MUMBAI SANDWICH
One of Mumbai's famous street snacks - the Mumbai sandwich. Soft, white bread topped with a vibrant herb chutney, mashed potato masala, and double layered with cucumber, onion and tomato, with an oozing molten cheese centre.
$15.7
PANEER TIKKA LABABDAR
Crispy fried flour discs topped with onion, tomato, raw mango, herbs and spices served with chilli chutney and sweet tamarind sauce. Experience spicy, tangy, savoury, salty and crunchy flavours in your mouth in each bite!
$17.3
MEZA N MOKA

MEZA N MOKA

4.7
(500+)
• American • Cafe
$0 delivery fee
"my husband and I have never been disappointed here. the values vs. flavor is phenomenal. we discover something new each time and love it. all the desserts we have tried so far are delicious. this time, it was the Biscoff Cheesecake and the New York Cheese Cake. both were fatastic. I highly recommend them."
"Overall good catering experience. It was right on time with just the right amount of food I was expecting. The serving utensils were great quality. The labeling of the items was inconsistent but overall good bang for buck. "
Chicken Shawarma Wrap
Your choice of chicken shawarma wrapped with fresh veggies, Hummus, and garlic sauce in a warm tortilla wrap.
$14.37
Chicken Shawarma Plate
Marinated grilled chicken, Seasoned fries inside wrap, Cheese sauce & Algerian Sauce.
$19.55
Algerian Chicken Wrap
Tender skewers of chicken, served alongside rice or couscous salad, hummus, and pita bread.
$14.11
Chicken Kebab Plate
Marinated Grilled Breast of Chicken, rice ,hummus, salad , pita and garlic thoum
$19.47
Fresh Meat Factory

Fresh Meat Factory

4.0
(30+)
• American • Indian
$0 delivery fee
Whole Chicken (3 Lbs)
Our whole chicken is locally sourced, free-range, and antibiotic-free. Typical weight is around 3 pounds. Try our fresh and halal Chicken meat sourced from local farms in the Bay Area.
$17.51
Baby Goat Meat Mix (2 Lbs)
Online. Goat mix 2 lbs. Try our fresh and halal goat meat sourced from local farms in the Bay Area.
$31.07
Whole Chicken Organic ( 4 Lbs)
Our whole organic chicken is locally sourced, free-range, antibiotic-free, and fed with organic food. Typical weight is around 4 pounds. Try our fresh and Organic Chicken meat sourced from local farms in the Bay Area.
$29
Chicken Bucket Biryani
Hyderabadi chicken dum biryani - bucket (67 oz). Serves 3-4 people.
$24.45
Loard's Ice Cream And Candy

Loard's Ice Cream And Candy

4.8
(40+)
• American • Ice Cream Store
$0 delivery fee
"Prices are over the top! It's price gouging but I have been eating Loard's Ice Cream for 63 years and I will hopefully eat it til the day I die. I even had my first job at Loard's Ice Cream pallor in Dublin, Ca in 1979. I'm a lifer!"
"Regular brownie sundae. It was very good, excellent portion for the price, I will definitely order again. !"
Single Scoop
A scoop of Kawartha Dairy ice cream in a cup.
$4.71
SINGLE SCOOP
Pre-packaged 56 oz item. Please contact the store for availability and specific details.
$4.51
Regular Sundae
Hot fudge, bananas, and vanilla ice cream with more hot fudge, more bananas, and nuts. Includes whipped cream and a cherry.
$14.29
Regular Brownie Sundae
Fudge brownie topped with vanilla ice cream, hot fudge, caramel, and whipped cream.
$17.89
Desi Pizza Bites

Desi Pizza Bites

4.4
(60+)
• Pizza • Vegetarian
$0 delivery fee
"One of the pizza I ever had . Taste was so good and medium. Pizza is good for two people. It was completely fresh and chicken was so soft and delicious. I will definitely order again. I am their permanent customer now. they gave three ranch for free I never seen anyone giving free sauce with pizza only us Punjabi people can do this haha .i loved it "
"Just got the spring rolls . It was fantastic. Loved them. Also had pizzas always with these guys. Superb quality and great customer service. Keep it up . Thankyoy"
Half & Half Pizza
Can’t decide? Get the best of both worlds with our Half & Half Pizza. Choose any two of your favorite pizza flavors and enjoy them on one fresh, hand-tossed crust. Every pizza is made with our signature sauce, premium mozzarella, and fresh ingredients, giving you twice the flavor in every slice.
$31.68
Veg Momos
Soft and juicy vegetable dumplings filled with a flavorful mix of fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, available steamed or fried. Served with our signature spicy chutney for a delicious Himalayan-inspired bite.
$9.23
Butter Chicken Roll
Juicy butter chicken, fresh veggies, and signature chutney wrapped in a soft flatbread for a rich and flavorful Indian-style chicken roll.
$15.87
Tandoori Pasta
Rich and creamy pasta with a tandoori twist—bold, slightly smoky, and packed with flavor.
$15.18
KEBAB CORNER

KEBAB CORNER

4.7
(30+)
• $
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
BIG LAHMACUN
Traditional Adana-style seasoned minced beef wrapped in warm lavash bread, served with a fresh side salad.
$10.31
ADANA WRAP
A selection of flatbreads topped with seasoned ground meat, melted cheese..
$23.4
KUNEFE
Traditional Turkish meatballs baked with tomato sauce and vegetables, served with bulgur rice.
$9.67
ROASTING BEEF KAVURMA
Grilled marinated chicken skewers served with bulgur rice,hummus, grilled tomato, and grilled sashito green pepper.
$24.16
The Char House - 2550 SAN RAMON VALLEY BLVD, Unit K

The Char House - 2550 SAN RAMON VALLEY BLVD, Unit K

4.8
(40+)
• $
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Biriyani was very delicious and flavorful but the quantity was not enough for 4- 6 people . We had to arrange more "
"Chicken Kadai Ala Carte has to be a joke right? it was a watery stew, nothing close to a kadhai at all. Chapli Kebab (Chicken/ Beef) was raw and had a distinct smell. and Goat Haleem (with Naan) , 24 bucks for a tiny container or dal. sorry but this place is horrible."
Chapli Kebab (Chicken/ Beef)
Pak/ Afghan recipe of seasoned ground meat thin patty.
$7.83
Boneless Butter Chicken Ala Carte
Tender, juicy boneless chicken breast simmered in a rich, creamy tomato-butter sauce with a hint of aromatic spices
$16.53
Chicken Tandoori (2 Legs)
Leg and thigh of chicken grilled in traditional tandoor oven at high flame
$13.57
Hyderabadi Dum Biryani Chicken
Young chicken steamed with rice and seasoning in a traditional Indian recipe
$19.03
Cho Dang tofu &BBQ

Cho Dang tofu &BBQ

Korean • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Newly Added
갈비 Galbi
Grilled beef short rib with sweet soy sauce, onion, green onion
$36.99
Beef
Soft Tofu, Egg, Beef
$19.98
Beef Short Rib
Soft tofu, egg, beef short ribs.
$23.99
비빔밥 Bibimbap
Rice topped w/ assorted vegetables, egg & your choice of protein (beef, chicken or tofu)
$21.99
Falafel Town USA Inc

Falafel Town USA Inc

4.7
(400+)
• Mediterranean • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"my fave shawarma plate for the price. super flavorful and they give you a lot of food!"
"I tried the Philly Cheesesteak mild spice. It was a wonderful sandwich with flavorful moist meat, cheese, grilled onions mushrooms and peppers and whatever else makes it very tasty. Many or all other cheesesteaks in the area aren't as good as this. There are a number of disappointing cheesesteaks, and some close to this, but this is a great one. Of course order again, maybe the spicy one. Fresh and generous portions for the price"
Combo Shawarma Plate
Chicken and Lamb OR Chicken and Beef over top of yellow rice, pita, and salad with your choice of hummus OR tzatziki sauce.
$16.51
Lamb Gyros
Served in pita bread with cucumber sauce, lettuce, onions, tomatoes, parsley, and hot sauce (optional).
$14.37
Lamb Gyros Plate
Grilled sliced lamb served with rice, salad, cucumber sauce, hot sauce (Optional) & warm pita bread.
$16.71
Chicken Shawarma Plate
Falafel Town Falafels are made by soaking and blending garbanzo beans with fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, fresh jalapenos, fresh garlic, fresh onions, sesame seeds, cumin, and salt. The falafel mix is then formed into a ball and fried to perfection.
$16.37
Deccan Morsels

Deccan Morsels

4.3
(200+)
• Indian • Pakistani
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"top notch quality. limited menu but whatever you try is just very good.bun kababs are amazing, chai is top tier. tala gosh and chicken 65 is extremely good."
"The quantity was 1/4 th of what Tracy and other stores give. Malai was very watery."
Irani Chai
A rich, creamy, and sweet milk tea with loose leaf tea, cardamoms, and sugar.
$3.8
Rumali Chicken 65
Bite-sized chicken pieces coated in a spicy blend of chili, turmeric, garam masala, lemon, ginger, garlic, eggs, and rice flour, deep-fried until crispy comes with 1 Rumali roti.
$19.14
Bun Maska
A sweet bun split in half and spread with a mixture of butter and cream.
$5.26
Tala Hua Gosht
Tender pieces of mutton seasoned and spiced with traditional flavors. Sometimes infused with a hint of mustard oil for an extra zing. (No Rumali Included)
$20.78
The Olive Market

The Olive Market

4.8
(800+)
• Deli • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"I wish I got a 8. Build Your Own Sandwich and Market Special LOADED much sooner! The quality of the sandwich is very fresh and portion is HUGE! One of the best sandwiches I ever had. I will definitely be ordering again"
"Wow! Delicious high quality sandwich. Bread was super fresh. Generous portions of meat and cheese. Could easily be shared. Disappointed my drink didnt make it into the bag but I'll definitely be back for another sandwich. "
8. Build Your Own Sandwich
14 months aged prosciutto di parma, Italian pistachio mortadella, Italian salami, provolone, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, pepperoncini, mayo, salt and pepper, evoo, and vinegar on ciabatta.
$19.8
2. Padrino
Brisket hot pastrami, Swiss cheese, and house made coleslaw, on sweet soft roll.
$23.28
1. Market Special
LOADED VERSION (different than regular Market Special) Brisket hot pastrami, provolone cheese, shredded lettuce, mayo, mustard, pepperoncini, onions + calabria spread
$22.84
Market Special LOADED
Black forest ham, Italian salami, Italian pistachio mortadella, provolone cheese, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, thinly sliced red onions, mayo, salt and pepper, evoo, and vinegar on ciabatta.
$23.49
INDO CHINESE WOK

INDO CHINESE WOK

3.5
(100+)
• Indian • Chinese
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
20% off on $60+
"a little salty, but still pretty good"
"Sweet Corn Chicken Soup was basically warm water. so disappointed. there is no corn at all. Wont be ordering again. chicken is leftover from a different dish. I'm a longtime doordash customer and this is my first review. that's how bad it was. I had to let others know. Do not order from here."
Wok Tossed Veg Hakka Noodles
Indulge in the bold and vibrant flavors of our Wok Tossed Veg Hakka Noodles. Made with hearty noodles, a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, and a tantalizing blend of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and chili sauce. Sautéed to perfection in aromatic oil and seasoned with a pinch of salt for a truly satisfying and flavorful dining experience. Perfect for those craving a delicious and comforting dish with a modern twist.
$16.14
Szechuan Chicken Manchurian
Our Szechuan Chicken Manchurian is a tantalizing blend of tender chicken, savory soy sauce, and aromatic ginger and garlic, all coated in a crispy cornstarch batter. The tangy vinegar and sugar balance perfectly with the spicy kick of Szechuan peppercorns, creating a flavor explosion that will leave your taste buds craving more.
$18.32
Wok Tossed Chicken Noodles
Our delicious Wok Tossed Chicken Noodles are a flavorful and satisfying meal made with tender chicken, crisp broccoli, carrots, bell pepper, and onion all stir-fried together with garlic and soy sauce. Served over a bed of noodles, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds with every savory bite.
$18.98
Nawabi Chicken Dum Biryani
Our Nawabi Chicken Dum Biryani is a delightful blend of succulent chicken pieces, fragrant basmati rice, and a medley of aromatic spices. Slow-cooked to perfection with yogurt, onions, tomatoes, ginger, and garlic, this traditional dish will transport your taste buds to the streets of India with every flavorful bite.
$22.66

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