There are many reasons why the Helmand is the go-to restaurant for first dates. The food at this Afghan restaurant is delicious, and it offers a selection that makes both vegetarians and die-hard meat eaters happy. The atmosphere is intimate and inviting, but the prices are low enough that if the date doesn't work out you won't feel burned. We would crawl through glass for the aushak, a rich, leek-filled ravioli, and the kaddo borawni, a delicious pumpkin dish that works as an appetizer or dessert.