Some of the best Persian food in town! Avesta has some of the most rich and juicy high quality food that hits the spot. From generous portions to amazing naan bread I love love coming here. Their cherry rice is just top tier here and it goes so well. I had never had cherry rice before coming here and I'm hooked!. From the pictures you can see its quite a generous portions of rice so you'll be pretty full by the end of it. Kabobs beef/chicken, always extremely fresh, juicy, and rich in flavor. Hummus with the complimentary naan goes so well together I've came back year after years and am happy to report that their quality has remained the same. I always recommend Avesta when it comes to Persian food! read more

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Avesta Persian Restaurant delivers a well-rounded dining experience with a warm, inviting ambiance and genuinely friendly service that makes you feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. It's the kind of spot that works just as well for a casual dinner as it does for a relaxed night out with friends or family. We started off with the lentil soup, which was comforting and flavorful--light yet satisfying, with a nice balance of spices. The hummus was smooth, creamy, and elevated even more by the complimentary fresh bread, which came out warm and perfectly baked--easily one of the highlights of the meal. For mains, the Koobideh Combination stole the show. The kababs were juicy, well-seasoned, and cooked perfectly, with that classic smoky flavor that makes Persian kabobs so good. Definitely the standout dish and a must-order. The Salmon & Chicken combo was equally impressive--both proteins were tender, nicely grilled, and paired beautifully with the saffron rice and grilled vegetables, giving you a great mix of flavors and textures. We also tried the Soujuk & Cheese Lahmajun, which added a nice twist to the meal. It had a crispy base with rich, savory toppings, and the cheese brought everything together really well--great for sharing. Avesta is a solid go-to for Persian cuisine in Houston. Between the quality of the kababs, fresh bread, and overall flavor, everything hit the mark. Pair that with the great atmosphere and welcoming staff, and it's definitely a place worth coming back to read more

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This Persian restaurant came highly recommended by a friend, and I can see why; it blew me away. After exploring several Persian spots in Los Angeles, New York and San Diego, this one stands out as the best. I ordered the Soltani kebab, two gorgeous squares, one of koobideh and one of barg and swapped the usual white rice for their fragrant dill rice, known as baghali polo. It was a flavor explosion. Before the main course, they offered a complimentary appetizer of fresh greens and feta with fresh cooked warm bread. It's simple, but so spot-on. I also tried their kashk-e bademjan, an eggplant dip, which was decent, though not the best I've had. The kashk flavor just didn't hit the mark for me. The price was incredibly reasonable for the quality you get. The staff were welcoming and attentive, and even with a full house, the service was smooth and seamless. I also peeked into the restroom and it was clean, always a sign of a well-run place. This spot is a total standout, and for any Persian food lover, it's a must. I'm absolutely giving it five stars and can't wait to come back for more! read more

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I had a wonderful lunch at Avesta. The LAMB SHANK w CHERRY RICE was perfectly cooked. The broth was flavorful and hot! The lamb was tender. The cherry rice was sweet and savory. I appreciate the complimentary bread and herb/cheese plate provided at the beginning of the meal. My dining guest ordered the SALMON KEBAB W DILL RICE which was outstanding as well. Perfectly grilled yet moist. The YOGURT SODA DOOGH is an interesting drink - more savory than I thought it was going to be. My daughter described it as similar to drinking minty ranch sauce. The MANGO LASSI was delicious and a bit lighter than the Indian version. The star of the meal were the PERSIAN HUMMUS and DILL LABNEH. Standout dips! Hummus was very garlicky. Labneh was thick and cooling. Next time I will try more of the apps. read more

Avesta Persian Grill - Lamb Shank w Cherry Rice - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great Persian food. Ordered the lamb sultani. The lamb was flavorful, the ground beef was solid but a little less good, the rice was great and the surprising star of the show was the grilled tomato! (I know, I know, it was just that good) Ordered via delivery, so no view on service or ambiance. My wife had some too, this sultani dish was big enough for two. She liked it even more than I did. Solid 5*. I like being surprised by little delicious extras like the grilled tomatoes and the included flat bread! read more

Avesta Persian Grill - Lamb sultani - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Houston, Texas

Today I tried Avesta Persian grill and omg! It was very delicious. The service was exceptional...kudos to Marvin he was very knowledgeable and was able to guide me through the menu. I wasn't sure what to order since I don't often eat Persian cuisine. I had the Kabob combo with a koobideh skewer added. The flavors and aromas in my face when the food came to the table were making my mouth melt. No regrets coming to Avesta. I'm definitely coming back when I'm in the area again. read more

Avesta Persian Grill - Kabob combo with extra meat - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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A Houston treasure. Our group of six guys ordered the Royal Platter. It comes with three styles of rice. The flatbread was excellent. Highly recommended. read more

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I recently catered From Avesta. The food was absolutely delicious. Beef kabob 5/5. Loved the tenderness, juicy and succulent flavor. Accompanied with basmati rice and salad. Chicken kabob 5/5. Also very juicy tender and flavorful. Grilled to perfection. Hummus 5/5. Consistency was key. Smooth textured and very tasty. Accompanied with home made bread. Salad presentation was beautiful. All the guest throughly enjoyed the food. The employees brought all the trays to my car and placed it in the trunk. The ambiance was nice. Very spacious from inside. Nice decor. read more

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I've been recommended this place multiple times and I'm so glad i finally got around to trying it. Avesta was delicious and it definitely fulfilled my Persian food craving. We got the persian hummus, mast museer as our two dips, a fattoush salad, and the lamb shish kabob to share. The persian hummus was super flavorful. It was really well seasoned with garlic and cumin. Some of the best hummus I've had a a perfect dip to pair with the meal. (8/10) The mast museer tasted just like a yogurt with the essence of grilled shallots. There was a subtle after taste where you can taste the shallots but it was not mixed throughout the yogurt as I had expected. It was fine, but nothing outstanding. (6/10) The fattoush salad was delicious and I was really happy with the large portion. It was perfect to share and very fresh. I also liked how the vegetables were not just tossed in dressing but actually well-seasoned. (7.5/10) The lamb shish kabob was a huge portion and I loved how the staff already separated the portion on to two plates for me and my friend to share. The chicken was super moist and tender and the grilled vegetables were nicely charred. The lamb, however, was a bit tougher than I like but the flavor was there. (7.8/10) The food tasted great and was reasonably priced, the portions are generous, and the staff was very attentive. I also loved the ambiance of the place. The decor was nice and modern and the vibe was very warm and inviting. I would definitely come back for more! read more

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Highly recommended. All entrees are $15-18 and portion was really big that we could not finish. Tastes good and you feel like you are eating healthy food. read more

Avesta Persian Grill - Lamb Shank - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Houston, Texas

I came back here many years after my initial review, and for the first time since they moved across the street. I've been on a Persian food kick lately, with repeat visits to Kasra, so I wanted to see how Avesta compares. The atmosphere feels a bit more modern. Food prices and portions seem similar to Kasra, naturally. However, I feel like there's a drastic difference in flavor. We opted for a combo with kabobs and upgraded to the cherry rice. All of it was good...fine...but undoubtedly lacking in flavor, in comparison to Kasra. The meat is very juicy, but not very flavorful. And the rice had lots of cherries sprinkled on top, but it didn't wow me. The bread became pretty hard and dried out quickly, despite being brought to the table fresh. Almost as if it's reheated and then warmed through. Service was typical--nice, attentive enough. But I can say that I'll probably be crossing this off my list for Persian food now. read more

Good food good price and friendly people. Melody is really nice and polite. Haven't been disappointed yet.

I've ordered take out three times from Avesta. The first time was terrific, with great food and generous portions. The second time the food was still great but I got less hummus and bread than the first time, even though I ordered the same items as the first order plus one additional item. I called and I had to drive back to the restaurant but they did give me additional hummus and bread. This time, they gave me less humans bread again plus they left out an order of tabuleh. I've called four times and get hung up on after 3 minutes each time. Not sure I am going back. read more

First time coming to the new location, much bigger than the old one, congrats! Avesta is one of my top 3 Persian places to go to. Mango lasee was top tier, not too sweet. Kubideh portion was HUGE! a lot of rice than what I need. The meat was soft and flavorful they give 1 small tomatoe on the side. We got seated pretty quickly and served immediately. Place is super casual. read more

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Awesome service and food would come back again!!!! The hummus was not bland but flavored with garlic and lemon which was a nice touch I know some hummuses aren't that flavorful and the chicken was really flavorful as well read more

What an excellent friendly and delicious spot ! Very clean space and service was quick. Great tasting complimentary bread. We will be back for the wonderful food here! read more

Avesta Persian Grill - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Houston, Texas

Every time I go to Avesta, it becomes more and more an absolute favorite restaurant. Today we ordered takeout -- chicken chenjeh and beef kubideh, tabbouleh, hummus. The food was phenomenal. The service was outstanding. Incredible value. read more

This place has the Best kabobs in Houston. No other restaurant has this quality in food and service. Dine in or To go, consistency in "taste and flavors" is always there. Avesta has always given me more value for my buck, than other restaurants. read more

Avesta is a relatively new gem to me, but after about a year and a half, I've dined here a handful of times since this is a favorite of the friend group. Avesta brings serious competition to nearby Kasra, and I think I actually like Avesta just a liiiiittle bit more. Our experience this latest visit was excellent. Our reserved table for 10 was already set up with cold waters and cups for hot tea waiting. The Persian Bread with the Persian Hummus was so so so good. I couldn't restrain myself from eating it, and was nearly full once the food came out. This is my equivalent of chips & salsa in a Mexican restaurant. The bread dipped in hummus, topped with some cucumber, cheese square, and basil is chef's kiss. Fun fact: while traditional Mediterranean hummus is made with chickpeas, Persian Hummus is made with garbanzo beans. I ordered the Koobideh Combination plate, which came with beef koobideh, chicken koobideh, and basmati rice. As soon as my plate came out, I spread the butter all over the meat and rice to step up the flavor! This plate is my go-to whenever coming here, and it was just as good as all the other times I've had it. Both of our servers were extremely friendly and dedicated, and took extremely good care of our big group on a weeknight. They came around often to refill our hot teas, bring us more Persian Bread, and just ensure that we were having a good time. I had brought a cheesecake for our group to share after our meal. The waitstaff graciously held it in the refrigerator while we dined and brought it out at the end of the meal for us with serving plates and forks. We've seen our same servers' friendly faces on previous visits, and look forward to seeing them again next time! The hot tea is a must. For the rare cold night in Houston, this hits the spot. Don't forget to add in a sugar cube or two from the included sugar bowl! My friend substituted a side salad in lieu of rice, which looked really tasty! I will have to try that next time - while the rice here is delicious, the side salad would likely be less filling. We will definitely be back at Avesta soon. This is in the rotation of our friend group's get together and it will continue to be! I have always mentally noted trying the lamb shank next time, but always find myself going back to the koobideh! read more

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This was the best Persian food I have ever had! And I have traveled to a lot of states trying different restaurants. If you're in Houston this is an absolute MUST STOP. Amazing, friendly service as well. I will be back every visit. read more

Nut allergy warning: The Fensenjan is made with walnuts, so avoid that. The cherry rice and several appetizers also come with nuts. Time to Appetizers: 15 Minutes Time to Royal Platters: 40 Minutes I reserved about two weeks ahead of time for a Monday night with a party of 15-20 as we were uncertain about attendance. They lost my reservation when I arrived 15 minutes early. Another party of 10 also arrived right after I did. Their reservation also seemed to get lost. We were seated in reasonable time, although it took quite a while to get our orders, and the kitchen did run out of pita bread during our meal. For 14 people, we ordered 2 of the hummus, 2 of the baba ghanoush, and 2 of the Royal Platter for Six. It was just enough food all around, with a few leftover chicken pieces. The food is absolutely great - very reasonable prices; pita went great with the hummus and baba ghanoush, and the meats were incredibly flavorful and filling with the rice. Service during our meal was reasonable for how busy the restaurant suddenly got. We could've used more water refills but did manage eventually. Overall, a really solid and affordable option for larger groups who have the time for an extended meal, but I'd definitely call and confirm your reservation. read more

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Another exceptional meal from this delectable well managed Persian restaurant. The lamb tank stew was delicious extra extraordinarily flavorful and provided a depth of flavor rarely achieved. The roasted lamb shank was equally delicious provided with an incredible selection of rice. The boys are able to split the chicken kebab plate as it has plenty of chicken and an exorbitant serving of rice with roasted vegetables. They have a sweet and rich mango lassi which is the perfect accompaniment to any meal. The service is fantastic and they keep checking to ensure you have an exceptional experience. Best to ask to be in Ahmad and Kevin's section... They treat everyone exceptionally well, ensuring your glass is never empty, and you're completely satisfied. The restaurant is always clean and well-maintained with a very lovely decor. The music is called to a background level so talking is very easy amongst the table. read more

Avesta Persian Grill - Lamb Shank with Eggplant stew - absolutely delicious - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Houston, Texas

One of the best Mediterranean restaurants we have visited. Food was fabulous! I ordered the chicken boneless dark meat kebab, my husband had the Sultani kebab. Absolutely delicious! We also had a picture of doogh ( yum!) service was excellent. We were seated quickly and a waiter was very helpful with recommendations. . Ambience was good. The food was just fantastic. We will be back soon! read more

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My friend and I got hungry when we were studying next door at Cafetales, so we hopped on yelp and found Avesta. We had no idea what we were walking into, but the reviews seemed good and we were feeling spontaneous. We were instantly greeted by a nice man (either the hostess or the manager), that walked us to our table and gave us nice menu recommendations. We ended up ordering the kashle bademjan (eggplant appetizer) and the chicken joojeh. While we were waiting for our food, the same man actually brought out a free thing of hummus for us to try! This was a very kind gesture and gave us the opportunity to try one of Avesta's specialties. Kashle bademjan- this is an eggplant like hummus with walnuts on top. We used it as a dip for the complimentary bread and it was very delicious- light and true to its intentions. Chicken joojeh kabob is a dish of cornish hen over basmati rice. When they brought the plate out, I was shocked. The meal was humongous. The cornish hen was well grilled and very tender. The rice was seasoned well and paired seamlessly with the protein. This is the perfect dish to get ($14.99) for the men out there that have never-ending stomachs. At the end of your meal, the give each customer complimentary hot tea which was perfectly soothing after a big meal. I would be happy to dine at Avesta again. The service, food, and interior were all top notch and made our spontaneous visit quite enjoyable. read more

Avesta Persian Grill - chicken joojeh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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This is probably the best restaurant I have ever spontaneously discovered. After working several hours in a nearby coffee shop with no plans for lunch, Avesta caught my eye. Upscale interior, casual-dining prices, and a chance to try new food? Don't mind if I do. First of all, hats off to the (presumed) manager for being incredibly courteous to my friend and I during our meal last Wednesday afternoon. Middle Eastern food has always been in my top 3, but we had never tried Persian cuisine specifically. He displayed patience with answering our questions and giving his recommendations. While waiting for orders, the restaurant provides complimentary baked bread and sabzi (a collection of parsley, basil, feta cheese, and cucumbers). We ordered the Kashke bademjan (an eggplant appetizer with walnuts) to dip with the bread which tasted amazing. However, the real winner in my eyes was the hummus which the manager graciously provided on the house without us asking for it. It was clear that he took pride in his food and since we were first-timers, he wanted us to explore some other options as well. Our main entree was the chicken joojeh kabob, a massive dish of cornish hen with saffron basmati rice and two grilled tomatoes. For $14.99+tax, this dish easily feeds two people with potential for leftovers. If it is any indication of how much I enjoyed it, my fingers were entirely orange by the end of my meal from the seasoning. We ended our meal with hot tea which acted as the perfect palate cleanser. Both the manager and server dropped by often to check how we were doing. Given the value and quality of the food, I was probably coming back here regardless. However, because the manager went above and beyond, I will be revisiting even if the location is out my way. read more

First trip to a Persian restaurant. Yummo! Fried cauliflower with lemon and feta sauce was bomb. Lamb shank fell apart at the touch. Not sure they will replace Cajuns anytime soon but dill rice was a nice change up. read more

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I can't recommend this place enough! I love bringing my friends here when they want to try Persian food. Everything is delicious. My favorite dish is the chicken chenjeh, tabbouleh and hummus. This time I got the chicken and beef combo and was delicious. read more

Avesta Persian Grill - Chicken Chenjeh Kabob, Koobideh Kabob, tabbouleh, sabzi with feta, dough and chai - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Houston, Texas

The food is always amazing. My favorite is their dill rice and Koobideh kabob. My go to spot if I'm craving Persian food. The portions are huge so I'm always packing the remainder home. Service is friendly and great. Rarely ever had to wait a long time to get seated. It's in a nice little plaza so my friends and I usually walk around that plaza to walk off our food too. read more

Avesta Persian Grill - Chicken Koobideh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Houston, Texas

The best Persian food ever love it so much gotta get that lamb and that chicken and that salmon and tzatziki Thank you to Movi!! Best customer service ever read more

Avesta has to be the best kept secret in Houston's restaurant scene. I only found them because it was Noruz and we felt like having a good Kabob for lunch and thanks to google maps (and checking the reviews on Yelp!), I found it. It's kind of in an unassuming part of town in an unassuming shopping center but they had the best Chenjeh Kabob I have ever had. I'm not kidding either. The beef was lean, tender, seasoned, and grilled to perfection. Their Soltani dish was also a hit. The atmosphere is very nice and modern as well. Everything looks clean and new. read more

Always a winner, great food, service and huge portions! Make sure to add a grilled jalapeño for some extra kick!

Over the years Avesta continues to be one of our favorite spots for Persian food. We've also got to try more items on the menu with each subsequent visit. Our recent shish kabob combination was a win in terms of the chicken tenderloins. The pieces were juicy, moist, and well flavored. So delicious! The beef fillet was unfortunately a hit or miss. Some pieces were cooked just right while other pieces were overcooked and extremely chewy. Definitely recommend the beef koobideh kabob over the beef fillets. Lentil soup was delicious as well and I would definitely order again. Babaganoush is also another all time favorite with the smokiness in the flavor. I kept looking around during our recent dine-in experience to see what others were ordering and it appeared that most tables had at least one order of koobideh. The table right next to us (party of 4) ordered 4 of the exact same koobideh plate! From this quick observation, it seems safe to assume that koobideh is the most popular item at Avesta, although next time I'm going to just directly ask the workers. You won't be disappointed if you come to try some koobideh here! read more

What happened to their Koobideh and rice ?!?! The taste is just no longer the same unfortunately and this was our go to spot for Persian. So sad, now we've got to find a new spot. Our last order with 8 plates of Persian beef koobideh and rice the meat tastes gamey, greasy, not cooked or seasoned right. The rice once was aromatic, fragrant and fluffy now it's just maybe the cheapest available Basmati on the market. Either or it was a good run with Avesta read more

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! The food is excellent you can tell everything is made very fresh. The seasoning and spices are on point. Service was very good the staff is very nice and accommodating. The restaurant is nice looking inside. read more

I was fortunate enough to be taken to this restaurant by a client who's of Persian descent so they knew exactly what to order and gave me and my wife a wonderful food tour. We started off with some outstanding appetizers like baba ganoush, hummus and some items I've never heard of but they were excellent! But the real showstopper was when they delivered this wonderful platter of grilled meats and a stewed lamb shank that was fork tender. Check out the pics and enjoy! read more

Avesta Persian Grill - Fork tender lamb shank - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Avesta is one of my absolute favorite restaurants in Houston! The quality of their ingredients shows through in every dish and I'm never disappointed. My go-to's every time are: Chicken boneless kabob- 5/5 the chicken thighs are so juicy and flavorful. The rice is fluffy and savory and soothing, especially after adding the included square of butter. The charred tomatoes add a little burst of citrus that just elevates all of it. I've had the chicken breast kabob as well, and it's also incredibly juicy. Not dry at all like breasts can end up being. This comes with so much food, I end up taking the leftovers home and having 2 additional meals for later (which reheats beautifully!) Persian hummus- 5/5 I could survive off of Avesta's hummus alone. I eat it with the bread and the basil and it's just so amazing, it's hard to leave room for my entree. Mango lassi- 5/5 My favorite drink here. It's slightly fizzy and feels like it soothes my stomach while being delicious. Food here comes with their bread and a tray of basil, goat cheese, and parsley. Before this, I didn't think I cared for basil but this basil is so flavorful and almost spicy in the best way possible. Their bread is one of my favorites as well. read more

Avesta Persian Grill - Persian hummus, bread, and plate of herbs, cucumbers and goat cheese. Bread and plate of herbs are complimentary with your meal! - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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HOUSTON, TX 77042 / PERSIAN / 05-27-24 / TAKEOUT DINNER +The portions are huge; you'll get two meals for the price of one. +The dill rice is delicious. +The meats were seasoned and cooked well. +The hummus is great. -No white sauce or spicy sauce was provided. read more

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It was alright, kabobs and chicken didn't have Persian taste, they had some kind of honey sauce on kabobs and chicken and it didn't taste good at all. read more

Well, this place is quite nostalgic for me--as some of us Empath types have emotionally charged food journeys that relate to which special people were with us. Here, my beloved husband would come enjoy the food here. Sometimes we would come by ourselves, other times when the kids were younger, and other times, our dear cousin in law would come here with his lovely wife --we'd all celebrate some sort of occasion. And the kebabs and breads, rice with zafran (saffron) with fresh tomatoes, mushrooms, and veggies were yummy and well served--without being overdone or underdone. A nice balance could be tasted in all the meals that we tried. The teas are resplendent and fragrant. I recommend the food and the atmosphere wholeheartedly. read more

I just love this place! The food is so delicious and the service is excellent and prompt!