Afghan Charcoal Kebab Balkh

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256/258 Thomas St, Dandenong VIC 3175

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Dandenong's legendary Afghan charcoal kebab institution, grilling halal skewers for two decades.

No-frills, busy takeaway-and-dine-in kebab shop with a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a loyal neighbourhood following.

Charcoal grilling, freshly baked Afghan bread made in-house, fully halal-certified meat, and generous portions served with rice, bread and salad.

Genuine Afghan charcoal-grill cooking that reviewers say tastes authentically home-style, including mantu dumplings and traditional bread.

Long praised as excellent value, but recent reviewers report rising prices, a per-meal dine-in surcharge, and smaller portions than in past years.

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256/258 Thomas St, Dandenong VIC 3175

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Dandenong

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