Balkh Bakery & Deli

Don't miss this gem! Food, service, and staff are wonderful-- yummy lil home in the wall.

This place is a gem for Cream Rolls and other assorted pastries. Its service has improved further under the new leadership and management as of recent. Check it out for yourself- won't be disappointed. The pound cake, Roat, and cookies are delicious, with one warning- must have a gym membership to burn it off!

Wow! What a gem! Located in an unassuming mall, you would never have thought you'd find some yummy food here. Balkh has baked goods and a full kitchen in the back to cook up some great bulanee and kabobs (made to order). So whatever the occasion, breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack, dessert, or a party, there's something for you here.From the outside, it doesn't look like much. You wouldn't expect it to have a deli inside. When I entered, I was greeted with refrigerated cases of pastries and baked goods. Cookies, cream rolls and other desserts are visible as you enter. I ordered the potato bulanee (without the spice) and a cream roll. The bulanee took about 20 minutes to make so while that was getting handled in the back, I enjoyed my cream roll at the dining tables they had inside. The cream roll was delicious! Freshly made, crust was flaky and topped with powdered sugar to give it a nice sweetness to it. Despite the sugar topping and the cream filling, it was not too sweet. The bulanee was huge! Made fresh once you order, this gigantic treat can only fit in the pizza box they give you. It comes with the spicy sauce and yogurt. Very tasty and the potato filling was spread out evenly. The prices were a little higher than expected but relative to other places, it was reasonable for the portion of food you get. Definitely sharable.The exterior of the building makes it seem questionable but do make sure to give this place a try. Easy parking, fresh food, and excellent service makes this an unforgettable, no frills, gem in this neighborhood. Definitely worth a visit!

This place is in a no frills strip mall that doesn't look inviting from exterior. Okay- all the Yelpers talking about cream rolls got me curious! $2.50 for a fresh, crisp, delicious cream roll out of the fridge case.Also tried 3 kinds of cookies & a large sweet bread. Service was good & she explained what items were or contained. Prices are very fair & parking is plentiful.May go to 5 stars next time- although the listed closing is 7 pm, I was told the kitchen closed at 5. So trying kabob or bolani will have to wait for next visit.

Locally owned. The owners are extremely nice. You can call ahead and put ur order in for sweets. Their sweets are fresh. Their Bolani is sooo good especially if you eat it there.

Omg this place is seriously the best. The pastry filled with chives is out of this world. Great customer service. Staff is always nice and smiling

*under new management* I was surprised to see that a few reviews on Google have negative experiences with customer service. However I realized that those experiences were with the previous owner. The new owner is a sweet lady and the food is top notch. The bolani is the best in the east bay and the cream rolls is the perfect dessert to eat after. I highly recommend this place for authentic afghan food and amazing customer service.

Best food and good customer service with the new management I recommend it to all who likes afghan food & pastry

This bakery is amazing! The pastries and baked goods are delicious, with the pistachio cake being amazing. The new owners had great customer service, with friendly and attentive staff. I'll definitely be coming back!

Hey yelp another review however Balkh Bakery Deli should change their name to garbage bakery this place is the worst and lowest reviewed food place. If yelp would have allowed would have given this place zero stars because of the rude lady owner who has a terrible arrogant attitude it's like she treats the customers like her workers bad. Horrible customer service, the customers are paying for their food items and she treats me like I am eating there for free.Recommend to stay away from this dirty hole in the wall dump, and check your receipt, and order before getting over charged for invisible fees that were not ordered!! Trash establishment.