Restaurant
Afghan Star
251 Hampshire Rd, Sunshine VIC 3020, Australia
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251 Hampshire Rd, Sunshine VIC 3020, Australia
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Plan your visitAbout Afghan Star
Afghan Star turns out smoky charcoal skewers and oversized flatbread along Hampshire Road without an ounce of pretense. Locals head here for generous platters of seasoned lamb, spiced chicken, and fluffy Qabuli rice studded with carrots and sultanas. The dining room keeps things simple with long communal tables, letting the woodfired crunch of blistered naan and crisp-crusted pizzas carry the weight of a relaxed group feast.
- Live Charcoal Skewers: Seasoned chicken, lamb tikka, and mince skewers grilled over live coals and plated with aromatic rice.
- In-House Afghan Naan: Baked fresh to order in generous proportions with a blistered, woodfired chew.
- Afghan Fare Meets Pizza: Spiced meats and traditional mains share the kitchen with freshly baked thin-crust pizzas.
What's On at Afghan Star
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Diners Choose Afghan Star
Authentic charcoal grills, giant fresh naan, and a crowd-pleasing hybrid menu make Afghan Star a go-to Sunshine favorite.
Fresh Charcoal-Grilled Meats
Meats are marinated and cooked directly over live coals to deliver tender texture and deep smoky flavor.
fresh off the charcoal grill
Khudadad Azimi Freshly Baked Giant Afghan Naan
Breads are baked hot on site to achieve a distinctive contrast of fluffy interior and crisp woodfired crust.
giant, fluffy with a woodfired crunch
Natalie Remedios Family-Friendly Menu Variety
Generous shared spreads and fresh dough pizzas provide variety that easily caters to kids, friends, and mixed groups.
Family friendly sitting. If you love your meat then eat here.
kenneth jolley Welcoming Setting for Gatherings
Long communal tables and a shared menu of kebabs and pizzas accommodate lively get-togethers without fuss.
Do visit this place with your family and friends, if you are thinking to hangout with your buddies craving some delicious Afghani food, and Pizzas.
Ishq Ahmed Unpretentious, Abundant Portions
Hearty platters packed with rice, fresh salads, and naan ensure fulfilling meals and plenty of take-home portions.
It was good authentic food that wasn't pretentious.
Liz L Comforting, Home-Style Reliability
Straightforward service and quick turnaround allow guests to enjoy a reliable, home-style meal whenever cravings hit.
quick Afghan fix for with a homey experience
Edwald Edwald
Most popular items
Charcoal-grilled skewers and traditional slow-cooked specialty mains
Mixed Kebab Platter
The mixed kebab platter was incredible—the meat was perfectly seasoned, tender, and fresh off the charcoal grill.
Khudadad Azimi Lamb Shank Rice
The lamb shank rice is super super yummy.
free range human Jooja Kebab
Delicious Afghani food, very juicy and tender Jooja.
Aly Karim Chicken Biryani
Chicken biryani was mild spicy and tender chicken cooked with flavourful biryani spices.
Leena H
Other favorites
Freshly baked breads, specialty pizzas, and comforting side dishes
Giant Afghan Naan
It's giant, fluffy with a woodfired crunch to it.
Natalie Remedios Afghan Special Pizza
Afghan special pizza is top class pizza. So yummy.
allison lewis Lamb Qorma
Qorma was sweet tomato based dish with very tender lamb.
Leena H Chicken Kebab Wrap
The chicken kebab wrap was surprisingly really good.
free range human
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most popular dishes to order?
Reviewers highlight the mixed kebab platter with chicken and lamb skewers, charcoal-grilled meats, tender lamb shank with Qabuli palaw rice, and freshly baked giant Afghan naan bread. The menu also features pizzas such as the Afghan Special.
How large are the portion sizes?
Portions are very generous, with platters often arriving with bread, rice, salad, and dips. Diners note that meals can easily feed multiple people or provide ample leftovers, and the staff can provide containers to pack up remaining food.
Do they serve pizza alongside traditional Afghan food?
Yes. Alongside traditional grilled meats and kebabs, Afghan Star serves freshly made pizzas—including vegetarian options and the Afghan Special pizza—making it easy to accommodate groups with mixed tastes.
Can you dine in or get takeaway?
Yes, Afghan Star offers dine-in seating with long tables suited for groups and families, as well as takeaway service.
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