# Maiwand Village > Banquet-style space with spacious tables and a clean, remodeled interior creates a casual, inviting atmosphere suited for families and large parties. The vibe shifts from quiet to lively as formal guests arrive, often after prayers, with authentic Afghan cuisine served fresh and portions generous. Focus on large gatherings and events distinguishes this place from typical Afghan restaurants. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/MaiwandVillage - Address: 5698 Thornton Ave, Newark, California, United States - Phone: +15107900557 - Website: http://www.maiwandvillage.net/ ## What it is good for - Food — 9.6/10 - Authentic — 8.8/10 - Kid Friendly — 8/10 - Buffet — 7/10 - Party — 6.3/10 ## What people say - "I loved the authentic Afghan cuisine, especially the flavorful kabobs." - "The chicken kabob is moist and tasty, a real kid-pleaser." - "The buffet had juicy, delicious kabobs at a reasonable price." ## Good to know - The Ramadan buffet costs $25 per person with limited items. - An 8-year-old child is charged the same price as an adult for the buffet. - The buffet line is only on one side, causing longer wait times. - The restaurant is kid-friendly and suitable for large parties. - Sodas are charged separately and not included in the buffet price. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.