Mate's Table
Subscribe
Create
Share with the community

What would you like to make?

Add a recommendationShare a place worth gathering around.Create a guideBuild a useful list for your city.
For business

Restaurant

Afghan Hayat Restaurant

23/29 Walker St, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia

Recommended by 10 people

Updated

Find Afghan Hayat Restaurant

23/29 Walker St, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia

Directions ↗
+61 3 9793 9981
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

Book Now

About Afghan Hayat Restaurant

Afghan Hayat turns group dining into an outright spectacle in Dandenong, pairing generous platters with tableside dry-ice mist. Long banquet tables fill with spiced charcoal skewers and Kabuli Pulao crowned with shredded carrots and tender lamb falling off the bone. Baskets of warm naan and rice arrive with complimentary refills—ideal when gathering a hungry crowd. Diners wind down over glasses of traditional green tea and cardamom-scented sweets.

  • Tableside Smoke Platters: Shared feast menus arrive with dramatic dry-ice theatrical mist at the table.
  • Free Bread and Rice Refills: Banquet set menus include complimentary refills on fresh naan and seasoned rice.
  • Generous Kabuli Pulao: Heaped trays feature tender lamb shanks, spiced kofta, and fragrant rice garnished with raisins and carrots.
RestaurantAfghanRestaurant

What's On at Afghan Hayat Restaurant

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

No events or specials listed right now.

Why Guests Choose Afghan Hayat Restaurant

Discover generous Afghan banquets, theatrical tableside presentations, and warm hospitality designed for celebratory gatherings.

  • Theatrical Dry-Ice Presentations

    Banquets feature theatrical dry-ice smoke presentations that add tableside excitement to celebratory group dining.

    We were given the privilege of having theatrics of dry ice with our dinner.

    Rinita Goundar

  • Traditional Green Tea Ceremonial Finish

    Banquet dining concludes with traditional hot green tea paired with desserts for a complete cultural dining ritual.

    Ending the meal in a very traditional way with green tea and range of fresh warm and cold desserts were nothing less of perfection

    Muhammad Mehdi

  • Generous Banquets with Free Bread and Rice Refills

    Banquet set menus include complimentary refills of fresh bread and rice, ensuring groups leave fully satisfied.

    Had the banquet style set menu, option 2. Had a little bit of everything, free refills on the bread and rice if you are still hungry.

    Elisa Ngo

  • Abundant Servings of Traditional Spiced Mains

    Traditional Afghan dishes like Kabuli Pulao, kofta, and charcoal kebabs are served in abundant portions suited for hearty appetites.

    The Kabuli Pulao was lovely, with a good balance of sweet and savoury flavours, the sweetness from the carrots and raisins and the savoury from the meat and spices. The serving included two large pieces of meat on the bone, both tender and falling off the bone. The portion size was also very generous, served in a large tray.

    Parvez Shahid

  • Seamless Hosting for Large Group Banquets

    Large dining groups and family parties of twenty to thirty guests receive attentive, seamless banquet coordination.

    We had dinner at Afghan Hayat with a group of 20 people, including kids, and chose the banquet menu. The food was very nice, generous, and full of flavor. Everything was well prepared, and everyone enjoyed the meal. Customer service was also very good, making it a great place for group dining.

    Shey

  • Warm and Family-Centred Celebrations

    Staff warmly accommodate family milestones and children with welcoming touches, celebratory sparklers, and caring hospitality.

    We turned up without a booking for my little nephew's birthday, and the team welcomed us with open arms. They made his birthday truly spectacular. A special thanks to Sitaeesh and the entire crew, who went above and beyond to accommodate us, especially considering we had four energetic little kids with us!

    Nish Yoga

Signature Afghan dishes and theatrical banquets popular for gatherings and cultural dining

  • Banquet Style Set Menu

    Had the banquet style set menu, option 2. Had a little bit of everything, free refills on the bread and rice if you are still hungry. They even had the performance smoke coming out, woah. Fancy! Unexpected!

    Elisa Ngo

  • Kabuli Pulao

    The Kabuli Pulao was lovely, with a good balance of sweet and savoury flavours, the sweetness from the carrots and raisins and the savoury from the meat and spices.

    Parvez Shahid

  • Chapli Kebabs

    We particularly love the chapli kebabs and chilli condiment.

    Anisha J

  • Mantu Dumplings

    We also tried mantu dumplings. Their salad and salad dressing was the best I’ve ever had. 100% recommend.

    Rabia Shah

Beyond the menu

Distinctive hospitality touches and theatrical presentation elements that elevate group dining and celebrations.

  • Theatrical Tableside Smoke Presentations

    Banquet tables receive theatrical dry-ice smoke presentations right at the table, creating a memorable visual spectacle during celebratory dining.

  • Complimentary Bread & Rice Refills

    Banquet set menus include complimentary refills on fresh naan bread and rice so group gatherings are served with true abundance.

  • Celebration Cake Presentations with Sparklers & Music

    The venue stages celebration moments by bringing out birthday cakes accompanied by celebratory music, sparklers, and dramatic smoke effects.

  • Traditional Green Tea & Sweet Finish

    Meals conclude in traditional Afghan fashion with complimentary or banquet-included fragrant green tea paired with traditional sweets.

Before you head over

Practical planning recommendations grounded in verified diner experiences

  • Opt for Banquet Menus with Refills

    Banquet set menus come with theatrical smoke effects and generous portions, including free refills on bread and rice to satisfy hearty appetites.

  • Book Ahead or Visit at Opening

    The venue fills up rapidly in the evening with reservations; consider arriving right at lunch opening or reserve ahead for celebratory groups.

  • Take Advantage of BYO and Allergy Flexibility

    Guests can bring their own wine to complement grilled meats, and staff accommodate dietary needs such as dairy allergies upon request.

Explore more places in Melbourne

Find familiar flavours, neighbourhood favourites and somewhere new in Melbourne.

Browse all Melbourne venues