Craving Persian and in North Vancouver? Hit up Akbar Joojeh. The restaurant's a colorful vibe, and there's space for any special occasion, large or small. Portions are healthy, bring your appetite. I asked for jalapeño peppers and got several huge ones in a bowl. Bonus: they were spicy and I was a happy camper. (I don't think they charged us for them.) The peppers added even more flavor to the lamb shoulder entree I sprung for. The dill rice was a treat too, huzzah. Service was on-point. Staff helped with our questions on the dishes, and put up with my usual atrocious behavior[1]. Early in the evening we heard this playing https://www.shazam.com/track/802578689/youre-still-the-one and later on the tempo went up. Good times. Credit accepted. [1] Kidding, kidding. Look forward to returning! read more

Best, most juicy koobideh kabab. Top 2 persian restaurants I've ever had. One of my fav places in Vancouver. Whenever Im in BC, I go here. read more

Akbar Joojeh - Koobide Kebob Mahali | کته کوبیده محلی - Persian/Iranian Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

Absolutely loved our experience at Akbar Joojeh in Vancouver! The food was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. We tried the famous Akbar Joojeh as well as the Koobideh Kebab, and both were excellent. The chicken was tender and perfectly cooked, and the Koobideh was juicy and flavorful. The atmosphere was beautiful, clean, and very welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. Great food, great atmosphere, and a wonderful overall experience. We'll definitely be coming back! Highly recommended! read more

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We came here for Christmas dinner and were blown away by the food and ambience. We ordered the fried eggplant dip, spinach yogurt dip, and shirazi salad to start. All were delicious. For the mains we had the Vaziri (koobideh and joojeh) and the Akbar Loghmeh. It was the best koobideh I have ever had. The rice was also cooked perfectly. We enjoyed the music and beautiful decor. Overall, we had a great time here and will certainly return! read more

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Unfortunately, I was very disappointed with my experience. Ordered take out for a pick up on my way home from work. When I arrived the food was ready, however, not a single staff member was helpful and actually quite rude as I tried to get my order. Ended up speaking to a host and 4 staff just to figure out the pick up. When I got home the food did not match what was was described, salmon skewers were only baked salmon filet, the $9.99 salad was less than a cup of diced tomato and cucumber and the beef skewer was dry and under seasoned. Surprising considering how many great reviews there are. With so many choices for great Persian food on the North Shore I will go some place else next time. read more

Saw this spot with good reviews and decided to check it out. I don't eat Persian food often, but if I had a local spot as good as this, I'd have a hard time staying away. The restraunt itself has cool decorations and vibe. Lots of people coming in for late dinner. The staff was friendly and inviting. The food was excellent. Both the beef and chicken were super juicy and delicious. Highly recommend dining here! read more

An interesting restaurant, one of our handyman recommended this place highly to us, and we had to give it a try. We got their kebab and fried chicken, it's different from the fried chicken i know, but still extremely delicious It's a little overpriced but I think it's worth it Service is good! read more

I really like Akbar Joojeh. The meat is fresh and full of flavor, and the bread is amazing always served hot and fresh. The berry salad is also great, sweet and tangy, and it goes really well with the meal. The restaurant has a cozy vibe and the staff are very friendly and welcoming. The only downsides are that it's usually very busy, parking is difficult, and they don't offer side sauces like hummus or tahini. Overall, a great spot. read more

Have been here few times. Love it!!! Amazing meat choices and the complementary bread is delish! read more

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Akbar Joojeh is a gem! Recommended to us by locals, it's unassuming from the outside, but the seating area is cozy and vibrant. The vibe is casual but warm, and service is friendly and fast and they're wearing cute ethnic clothes that match the vibe. Portions are huge for the price, and everything tastes homemade in the best way! You should be able to split one meal with two people easily! Unfortunately we had no idea this place is known for their joojeh (grilled chicken), so we didn't get it. Also didn't know you should order some dips with the free bread. We got beef and chicken kabobs - very juicy and tender with a nice flavor. Also got the Chicken with Plum Stew that has a nice flavor and the chicken was fall off the bones without being dry - even found a few plum seeds, so it's definitely real plums. Everything came out really quick since some are ready-made, but you wouldn't be able to tell. It's a great spot whether you're dining in or grabbing takeout. Definitely a nice place for Persian comfort food in Vancouver. read more

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Great food, great service, and great ambiance. A nice small place with family style portions. read more

Akbar Joojeh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

Akbar Joojoh is such a great restaurant and hits all the right notes. We came here for a family dinner and everything was so delicious! There's a lively vibe/atmosphere and the space is filled with bright, welcoming colors. Service was also top notch and the overall experience was fantastic. The menu is quite extensive, but the Akbar joojeh is what they're known for. Roasted Cornish game hen with a salty, crisp skin and flavorful meat. The hen was a little drier than expected, even though we asked for it to be juicy and moist, but the flavor was spot on, especially with the pomegranate molasses. Koobideh and joojeh were also cooked perfectly and I could've eaten a whole bowl of the mast o moosir. If you're looking for a fun, lively restaurant with amazing Persian food in North Van, Akbar Joojeh can't be missed! read more

Best Persian food in Van City! Order everything! Hard to pick! The have small place so it might be long line to get in! Sit-in is great experience but you ll get the smell of Kabab! So be prepared ;) Great service and fun decoration! read more

Akbar Joojeh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

Amazing and welcoming staff with excellent service. Everyone was very polite, and the food was out of this world--rich in flavor and absolutely delicious. 10/10. A little pricey, but definitely worth it. read more

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They have wide range authentic Persian foods, great ambiance and service , I suggest booking in advance, the prices are higher than other persian restaurants however their quality is if not the highest is one of the best. I suggest trying the Akbar Jujes chicken. Great place for date nights, if you don't mind not drinking alcohol. read more

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GOOD! Recommend the lamb kebab. Was driving up from Seattle, WA and found this highly recommended place. Can understand why the reviews are so great. Would come back here. I'd like to try dining in. read more

Finally we found the true authentic Iranian restaurant in North Vancouver. A place not only enjoy the local cuisine but also learn a lot of the long history of Iranian civilization. The outstanding culture on earth! read more

Don't come here if: Atmosphere and Environment are important to you, as it is quite cramped and requires some cleaning. Also, the service even though friendly they can be overwhelmed, and you as a table may feel the lack. Do come here if: You want to try exotic and creative Persian dishes with a twist. I actually thought all the dishes were quite good (see pic.) Yeah....I enjoyed all seven dishes...with the exception of one little yogurt, which I'm sure felt out of place as no one really went for seconds from it. The service was friendly and they tried to keep all tables happy as they were packed and had a line up out the door on a Saturday evening. Oh....and one thing...they don't serve tea and deserts on the weekends. Not serving tea in a Persian restaurant is like....not serving wine in an Italian restaurant....so, some room for improvement. But, overall I might be back if I'm in the area again and am craving that style of dine out. read more

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Akbarjoojeh 19th in Vancouver a solid 10/10. The Joojeh Kebab was incredibly juicy and full of flavor, and the Koobideh Kebab was just as delicious. The Tahdig was perfectly crispy, and the rice and bread were both excellent. If I had to pick something to skip, it would be the half hen, while it was good, the kebabs definitely stole the show. Overall, a fantastic spot for Persian cuisine. Highly recommend! Khosh maze bood! read more

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New Persian Restaurant in North Vancouver! Checkout @akbarjoojeh for delicious Persian dishes and a variety of pomegranate infused dishes We Tried: Special Akbarjoojeh $24.99 Sour Chicken Kebab $26.99 Chicken Mix Veggie Kebab $17.50 Salam Yoghurt Drink $3.50 Marinated Olives $6.99 Shallot Yoghourt $5.99 The interior is beautiful and has elements of Persian culture. The portions are good and all the chicken dishes were fresh and juicy. I will definitely be going back to try more dishes and get their Sour Chicken Kebab again . Food: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Service: (I went during their opening week so the staff seemed overwhelmed) Parking: 4.5/5 read more

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Omg, the best lamb chops ever!!! Melt in your mouth tenderness, flavorful, and not tasting game-y/lamb-y taste. So delicious! Also had the sour beef, the yogurt drink, and the marinated olives. Everything was so delicious. It is a beautiful venue with fun music and lively. The staff were friendly, quick, and very helpful. When I asked for more pomegranate sauce, they brought it to me. I was so impressed with the food. The menu is a book with photos, and descriptive descriptions of the food for someone who is not aware of the food. The place was full but quick turn around of service. I will definitely return again. read more

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Great food, the atmosphere is very nice with good service. A great taste of Persian food.

Food, service, atmosphere were amazing. It was my husband's first time having Persian food and it did not disappoint. Will drive across the border again to go here again. read more

The service was terrible, waitress was also quite socially awkward and odd. Food was also mid.

My daughter and I had lunch here recently on the recommendation of a friend. I got violently ill from food poisoning shortly after eating here. I called the restaurant twice and left messages, letting them know that they had bad meat on hand so other patrons wouldn't get sick. I also asked for a refund as it was an expensive lunch. Its been two weeks and no reply. Very disappointed. Avoid. read more

Was on a trip to Vancouver and had heard about this place. We were a group of four, one couple ordered a platter with koobideh and chenjeh, to share. I ordered the chicken and plum stew, and my partner ordered the dill rice and osso bucco. We also ordered an eggplant dip and the famous Persian yogurt drink called dough. The food was fantastic, delicious, juicy, big portions. The ambiance was nice, service was fast. The only issue we had was the lack of dinnerware. For example we ordered an eggplant dip, the didn't bring small plates or spoon for the dip. I just think that would be common sense. But other than that everything was great read more

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This place was awful. The food tasted old and bland, like it had been sitting out all day. The service was slow and the staff seemed annoyed whenever we asked for anything. Our drinks took forever, and when the food finally came it was cold. The restaurant itself looked dirty and the whole experience was disappointing. Definitely would not come back read more

This place worth to come everyday. Wonderful food, great decorations and very respectful staff. They all have big smiles. Can't wait to come back here to enjoy their food. Wish they open a branch in LA soon! read more

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The food and ambiance is great. We went to Akbar Joojeh 19th, the new location and had their signature chicken. The chicken was cooked well but a bit dry. Doogh and koobideh were on point though. read more

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We were visiting from los angeles , the entire staff was so nice and friendly, we were helped by Hedyeh and Aynaz, The food was absolutely delicious read more

Akbar Joojeh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

Amazing Persian food. Better Persian food than many parts of Los Angeles and Orange County. Highly recommend the soltani kabob. Get some dips for the bread. Service was excellent, food was amazing, tahdig was on point. Would definitely come back! read more

After hearing so much about akbar jooje we decided to give it a try. Let me start by saying the service is amazing. People are so nice and friendly. The food itself was really good and the portions were so huge, the only thing is that the restaurant is a small restaurant and it gets tight when there are so many customers. Overall an amazing experience read more

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The food may be ok though extremely greasy. The place is tight and the service is terrible. We had reservation but the staff was unable to find our reservation. The tables were co close that it was tough to pass through to get to the chair. As soon as we found a place to sit, the server informed us that we will have 90 minutes to finish our food and must be leave. The clock has stated ticking! read more

Best persian restaurant ever! Food is great! I'm sure it wont be easy to find such a beautiful restaurant and high quality food and nice team even in Tehran. Music is fantastic and the waiters and waitresses have fun dancing and serving the food read more

Akbar Joojeh - Even the menu is a piece of art! - Persian/Iranian Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

We've been longtime visitors to Akbar Joojeh in Vancouver, especially on weekends when our family comes up from Seattle. We have three young children with special needs, so dining out requires a bit of planning and care. We usually look for a quieter table where the kids can feel comfortable and not be disruptive to others. Today, I called ahead and kindly explained our situation, asking if it would be possible to reserve a table. Unfortunately, I was told they don't take reservations -- no exceptions. I was disappointed by the lack of consideration, especially after explaining that our children can be a bit loud and that we simply needed a suitable space to make the experience smoother for everyone. Because of this, we had to change our plans last-minute and went to Cholo Chicken instead, where they not only accepted our reservation but were extremely warm and welcoming. We've always gone to Akbar Joojeh for the food -- which is excellent -- but good food should come with good service. As restaurants grow in popularity, I hope they don't lose sight of the hospitality and human touch that build lasting relationships with customers. Sometimes, just a little flexibility can make a big difference for families like ours. read more

Serious allergen warning. Staff assured us the Chicken Kebab was nut-free, but my daughter had an anaphylactic reaction and required emergency treatment. Independent lab testing confirmed the dish contained multiple nut proteins. The restaurant denied everything. Totally unsafe for anyone with allergies. read more

I've heard a lot about this place so I had to try it out for myself. The food is amazing!

Tasty, authentic traditional food. Cozy, warm, and welcoming abundance. Great service. Will be back.

Best lamb I've ever eaten! It's a busy spot, but organized well so it was still a great place for serious conversation for me and three friends! read more

This was my first time here and the experience was unique. I don't understand what the hype is though, because food is just okay... nothing to rave about. service was terrible. The gal that greeted us was half dressed... and the woman taking our order didn't know what lemonade was. I would recommend another place. read more