I'd passed this place without giving it a second thought. It looked like just another shawarma…read morespot. There were five million other shawarma spots and this place looked pretty small. Man, was I wrong. This wasn't just a shawarma place. It was a legit grill place. Shawarma, kebabs, chicken fillets, dapas... you name it. Impressive. And for a price that didn't go over 100php for most items. Even more impressive. What stunned me though was how much bigger it was on the inside. It added a lot to the ambiance of the place. There was lots of room and lots of seats, giving it a rather cozy feel. The food itself is pretty good! Not dry, tasty and that's without drenching it in sauce as is my usual modus when it comes to these wraps. Despite the price, it wasn't at all small and they didn't skimp on the fillings which is something that doesn't happen very often. So if you're looking for something light and filling but won't kill your wallet or make you feel like you didn't eat enough, this is where I'd suggest to go.

At first I was a little frustrated because Mandi Persian Grill replaced this cool café on that same…read moreplace. It was the only one with turtle pie then. It took me some time to warm up to it but my love for hummus has overcome this tampo, so I decided to try it out. Needless to say, it was on a whole different scale than the café it replaced, but I still like it because of my love for Middle Eastern food. PROS: You'd be surprised how roomy it actually is. On the ground level it would just be around 4 tables and you have to scoot to get to the counter and place your order. But downstairs, it's comfortably spacious; I love samplers! So of course I had their Mandip Trio. It was so fun to eat because I got to try the Moutabal and Keema too, which is quite good; I liked reading this little story on their menu on how Mandi got their name. CONS: Orders take a bit of time to prepare; We could use for more pita for the Trio. TL;DR: Authentic Persian food that's not just some random shawarma place. More Mandi!

Hands down my favorite place to eat in in Taft Avenue!…read more Ababu opened about a year ago and hasn't lost its momentum since, well at least for me. They serve Persian and Mediterranean foods which are two of my favorites! The best part? It's just a block away from my building so if you do visit, there's a possibility of you running into me there (don't forget to say hi!)! Ababu's food is very affordable but unlike most cheap eats, Ababu serves amazing food! Their Beef Kebab Rice Meal is my favorite! It consists of charbroiled ground beef with egg, corn, onions and tomatoes on rice. They also serve bottomless iced teas with the meals though I believe they use powdered iced tea. The only drawback is that the place can get really hot and a little smoky when they are cooking the meat and the poor air-conditioning sure doesn't help.

I was here the day it opened…read more I don't mean that in a general sense. I mean it quite literally. I was literally standing outside the glass door when this place first opened, and I was its first customer. I didn't plan for it to happen. I was just really hungry and lo and behold, there's a good-looking Persian restaurant opening just beside my building. So I stood outside and gave them the evil eye until they let me in and fed me. You can't go wrong with shawarma rice, and that proved true here. The best part though? Unlimited iced tea. Granted, it's probably just powedered iced tea, but who cares? It's cold and sweet and everything the doctor ordered.

Reasonably priced and really good Persian food! :D…read more My usual orders are Ox Brain, Hummus, and Beef Kebab. Oddly, they are more expensive than the branch in Timog. Must be the rent in Metrowalk. Either way, the food is good, service is good, and value for your money is great!

This restaurant has been around for quite some time now- Family's usual midnight food-go-to place!…read moreWe go here like 2-3 times a month, I used to be very picky with food, but I finally learned to appreciate the food here! The menu has a wide selection to choose from -- shawarma, kebabs, hummus, and many more. I recommend getting the Chelo beef kebab kobideh, for P275 (add P30 for basmati rice!) -- definitely a must-try- or the Mahksos. Most of their dishes served with rice is good for sharing, however, when really hungry, it could be just for one. Pair it with Dogh (yogurt shake), and you're good to go! We keep coming back here all the time for our midnight cravings!

Worst service it's like I didn't exist arriving. Calling…read morewaiters was a waste of time. Beef kebab and chips was more like a plate of chips with a toothpick kebab how lousy Taste was pathetic I've lived in Iran for 2 years , this food would never be excepted in Iran I've no idea how anyone can rate this restaurant higher than 1 star . In Iran they also greet and make you feel welcome . Nothing like this place! No ambiance !

Poor service and inadequate menu selection. I would advise against it because they don't even have…read morehot tea or water for a Persian restaurant

My family took us here to try the food. We got seated right away. The atmosphere was nice. The…read moreservice was very good. The food were delicious, sorry i did not get a chance to take pictures. They have parking spots but very tricky to get in and out. Will definitely come back.

Hossein's interior is gorgeous as well as apt for its motif, all dimly lit curtains tinged with a…read morewarm, sun-baked palette. I learned about Hossein through my best friend, who loved their food so much that she couldn't stand up after clearing her plates. Neither could I, and that's a good sign. First things first: one does not simply enter Hossein without trying their Roti Channai (P125). Served with a mild sauce mixed with Indian spices, the roti is soft on the inside and crisp on the outside. As for mains, I strongly recommend their Lamb Shish Kebab (P550) and their Raan Masala (P2780), the latter of which is leg of lamb cooked in a creamy and thick curry sauce, mixed with special herbs and spices. In my opinion, the Raan Masala is definitely the star of the menu. Even the sauce of the masala goes really well with the kebab. So much so that I ended up dipping my kebab in the sauce of the masala instead of the actual sauce of the kebab. All of this doesn't come with rice yet, so you'll definitely want to order a heaping of buttery-hot Biryani Rice (P180), good for two people. I used to have a "don't love it, don't hate it" attitude toward Persian cuisine, but because of Hossein, I am now stuck in the "will eat everything until I puke" phase. Easily the best (and priciest) Persian restaurant I've tried in Metro Manila.

There is plenty to like about Persian King Kabab: they have plenty of variety on their menu,…read moreservice was nice, inside dining was pleasant, food was served fairly quickly, the portions were plenty and the pricing was a good value - and most importantly, the food was delicious. * I had lamb chops with basmati rice and it was tasty. My gf had the kabob and it was seasoned perfectly. She had the avocado shake while I had the mango shake w yogurt that hit the spot. * A Persian restaurant in Quezon City is not too common and this is a nicely hidden gem.

I was craving hookah and I was desperate, so after a number of failed attempts checking other…read moreArabic restaurants, I found success at Persian King Kabab. Their hookah was so terrible and dirty, I might as well not have gone to get hookah. The vase was disgusting, as seen in my picture. I offered to pay double if they would let me prepare my own hookah, but they would not allow it. At least it was cheap...

The only kebab place i know within my reach. I've been trying this even before they opened their…read moreCainta Branch... what i love about here is they are open 24hrs.

Can I say that World Class Persian Kebab is my best-kept secret? I really want to, do allow me to…read more Because despite being one of the dirtiest places to eat in Quezon City, they whip up an amazing dish of Chelo Kebab and yogurt sauce every time. I'm a little ashamed to admit that this place is really one of my favorites. From afar, the place looks like an old and smelly establishment that reeks of dirt and sweat. Although partly true, I would like to think that this is part of their charm. Their yogurt sauce is quite rich without the usual sweet taste. So with a slice of tomato, a slice of onion, a piece of Chelo and rice slathered with yogurt sauce, there's a party in my mouth. My dad absolutely refuses to eat here so me and my brother try to sneak out and dine here without him knowing. And let me tell you, it's worth it every damn time.

My girl friends and I were coming off of an art and zine thing from the basement area of the same…read morebuilding and we were tired and hungry, so we decided to take a break from art and the crowded basement and went out into the street to look for a place to eat. Unfortunately, most of the eating options were farther out in Morato or E. Rodriguez, so we decided to have some Persian at the World Class Persian Kabab. I've always seen branches of this around and was always intrigued by its 24/7-ness and its garish design, though inside it was a little more raw and broken-down than I would have liked. Still it was a pretty nice spot to be sitting outside despite the rain and traffic around us. My friends got a chelo kabab and I got a shawarma, which were good and fine, but nothing to write home about. I've had better, though definitely not at the prices they had--they're cheap given the portions they put out, I'll give them that. They're probably better for a post-drinking bite to eat, rather than a place to go when you're looking for comfort in food. They did seem to have karaoke upstairs, though... Curious. I'll have to see what's up with that.

Located just at the entrance of The Yard, this Mediterrenean stall not serves not just authentic…read moreMediterranean cuisine but all makes sure that every ingredient used are Halal certified. We tried their Chelo Kebab, consist of two chunky strip of beef with two roasted tomatoes, tumeric rice and a yogurt and hot sauce on the side. The rice is soft and fluffy with hint of tumeric. The beef has a wonderful beefy smell and hint of herbs. On top of that the beef meat is organic. But since the meat are rather lean, while soft it seems to lack the juiciness you get from fat. But if you're conscious of your fat intake, this is perfect for you.

Halal Kabab Express is located near the entrance at the Yard at Xavierville. It serves Persian food…read morethat is organic and halal. We tried the Chelo Kabab Bushide. It is two long strips of tender, organic, beef chunks lying on a bed of turmeric rice and two roasted tomatoes. The entire dish is flavorful and authentic. You can taste the spices and the aroma is very good. The kitchen is managed by the Sri Lankan chef/instructor at ISCAHM.

My friend was taking me to lunch one hot afternoon and we were walking the streets of Timog on the…read moreway to a restaurant which was still apparently closed when we got there. She told me she knew of a good Persian restaurant near by that I might like to try and since we're already there, why not? When we got there it made me realize that I actually know the restaurant and have been there a few times though admittedly it was late at night and a couple of friends were starving from drinking all night. We were greeted by the friendly staff and were shown to our table, since I don't go Persian a lot, she was kind enough to walk me through the menu and gave us a few minutes to decide. This has to be one of my favourite Persian restaurants even though it's small and not updated when it comes to the interior and such but when it all boils down to it, does it really matter? The food you're getting is top notch and it's also very affordable. Try it and maybe see for youself!

Came here pretty late at night around 1:30AM after a day of studying and hitting up a couple bars…read morealong Tomas Morato. Surprisingly, there were 3 other medium/large parties in the restaurant as well, keeping the ambiance pretty lively. The restaurant is very clean and bright. They give each table its own pitcher of water and some of the garlic white sauce and hot sauce these types of restaurants are known for. Food came out super fast!! We waited probably less than 10 minutes. Our entire party of 6 got the beef chelo with basmati rice and grilled tomatoes. Loved how fresh the tomatoes they used were. The texture contrast with the grilled end and the fresh part was great. It definitely came with a lot more rice than you'd see from places like Mister Kebab so for those on low-carb diets, be warned! The beef came cooked well and seasoned just right. No complaints. The cleanliness, long hours, and good food are more than enough reasons to come back the next time I'm around Timog and craving Mediterranean!