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    Cafe Caspian

    4.4 (389 reviews)
    ModeratePersian/Iranian
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Front of the menu
    Molly P.

    I usually don't give out a 5 star but I will have to say the food was amazing! We got the grand appetizer where you get to choose four different items from the appetizers and I was so glad we did! We got to get a taste of each flavoring. The service was great as our waitress was so nice and made great suggestions. Both mine and my husbands entrees were phenomenal! I can't tell you if is authentic as it was my first time to eat Persian/Iranian food but by looks of the customers that were there it seems it seems they served traditional fare. The ambience was beautiful! Oh and the dessert Havala was so good make sure you order the hot with it!

    Chicken koobideh with salad
    Mindy L.

    We were in the area for an Easter event and needed some lunch and this place received good reviews so decided to give it a try. When we first walked in, my husband's initial response was "are you sure???". The place looked really fancy on first glance and we were a little concerned we had walked into fine dining when we were just looking to grab a casual lunch. Thankfully I saw quite a few families with little kids, so that was reassuring. Also, our friend had already gotten a table for us, so we went and joined them. Since this is our first time here, we decided to order the usuals, koobideh, and badjeman. Our friend got the fesenjan stew, seafood kabob plate, and chicken breast chunks. When the food finally came out (it did take a little while), we all ate it very happily. Yes part of it was because we were so hungry, but the food was really very good. Everything was flavorful and perfectly cooked. I actually enjoyed my friend's fesenjan stew very much even though previously when I tried it at another restaurant I didn't like it at all. (Just to let you know how much we enjoyed the food, my husband and I came back a week later and ordered the same things...) Highly recommend this place for delicious Persian food!

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    Sasha G.

    Walking in, it feels like the entrance to Persepolis, with large, heavy, grand doors that immediately set the tone. It truly feels like you're being transported to an authentic Persian restaurant. I've eaten at Persian spots in several cities, including Los Angeles, and Caspian by far captures the essence of Persian culture the best. From the architecture to the décor, every inch of the restaurant, from floor to ceilingi s beautifully adorned. We arrived right at opening, so I took the opportunity to walk around and soak in all the details: stunning Persian rugs, traditional artwork, and an ambiance that felt both elegant and warm. We were seated promptly, and our waiter, who was Persian, spoke both English and Farsi, which I always enjoy. The menu is extensive compared to most Persian restaurants, offering dishes that are less commonly found elsewhere, including a variety of stews and soups. Shortly after ordering, we were served complimentary noon (bread), paneer (feta cheese), and sabzi (fresh herbs)--a traditional Persian starter that's both refreshing and nostalgic. Every entrée we tried was absolutely delicious. That said, portions are smaller than what you might expect at most restaurants, so it's best for each guest to order their own dish. Don't count on leftovers. As any real Persian would, we finished our meal with dessert and a cup of chai because no Persian meal is complete without it. Overall, it was a wonderful experience. Hats off to the owner for so beautifully capturing the richness of Persian culture and sharing it with pride. We'll definitely be back and would gladly recommend Caspian to any non-Persian friends looking to try authentic Persian cuisine.

    Michael T.

    Super duper ! We really enjoy dining here for the super friendly environment and kind staff with great hospitality. Our waitress Parisa is awesome with the best recommendations! Everything we ordered was perfectly cooked and seasoned! Leftovers were really amazing the next day :)

    Colorful Persian themed new year decorations
    Harris N.

    My Persian friend took me and my wife here for our first Persian authentic experience! We went during Persian New Year in March and everything was colorfully decorated! It was a pleasant time, and after this wonderful experience after trying other Persian restaurants it simply is not the same quality! This restaurant is my favorite Persian restaurant in Houston!

    Jose M.

    This place has been here forever, and it has been consistently great the entire time. The service is prompt, efficient and courteous. The ambiance is casual, not too fancy. Well appointed Persian decorations abound, a classic Persian restaurant. The food has been consistently good for the 20+ years my family has been visiting this establishment. They bring you pita and feta cheese with radish, onions, and fresh herbs when you sit down. We ordered hummus and then koobideh, perfect amount of char, juicy tasty. No complaints, great bang for buck. Check it out!

    Jewel rice (traditionally served at weddings)
    Montie K.

    Iconic Houston restaurant and family! They treat their customers like honored guests and VIPs with an annual appreciation dinner. The food is always amazing here, and I'm always trying new dishes. If you need a special occasion dinner book a large table and order family style. You will be treated with true Persian hospitality.

    Mecede A.

    Very cute decoy, non Persian host was very friendly and helpful! Ordered to go and my order was nicely packed. Liked everything specially the Sabzi. The Caspian salad was ok.

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    Kyla F.

    We came here with our friend Daniel, and it was wonderful! It was our first time trying Persian food, and we loved it! The service was great, and the atmosphere was gorgeous. It's a beautiful restaurant! To start, we got flat bread and a the Shirazi salad and the sabzi khordan. Both were good, I preferred the freshness of the shirazi salad. We also got the grand sampler, and we tried the kashik-e bademjan (an eggplant dip), mast-o khyar (a cucumber yogurt dip) and the mast-o moosir (a shallot yogurt dip). Of those- our favorite was by far the Kashik-e bademjan. It had this incredible savory unique flavor! Next we had our main meal. We tried three kinds of rice and a few kabobs. The rice we had was the javaher polow, the polow, and the sabzi polow. They were all excellent! My favorite was probably the polow. We had the beef koobideh, beef barg, and a chicken one as well. We loved the koobideh and the barg the most! The barg tasted like a really nice steak, and the koobideh was a ground beef with plenty of delicious spices. To finish out, we had some tea and the saffron and rose water ice cream. They were delicious! We also had the baklava. My favorite was the ice cream. It was delicious! This place was excellent, and we loved to try a new place! We will be back.

    Michelle O.

    I've been wanting to visit for a few years as I kept seeing the restaurant mentioned in news articles. The decor is unique and pretty. I liked the fabric on the tables. The herbs and feta plate and taftoon bread were good. While the bread was crispy with a fluffy interior, it was disappointing to see that you have to pay for another piece. Gohrmeh Sabzi (green herbs sautéed and stewed with kidney beans, dried limes and slices of beef) was unique and tart. It reminded me of a few Cambodian dishes but with a less refreshing aftertaste. I think I'd enjoy it more during the winter months. The Javaher Polow (cranberries, almonds, pistachios, carrots, orange peel, sour barberries) was pretty like a jewel box and had a sweet flavor profile. Every few bites, the rice was a little hard, which was a bit of a letdown. Since my stew came with rice, I was able to substitute the white basmati for any of the "Sumptuous Rice" for $4 extra. The saffron ice cream came with (3) scoops and tasted yummy.

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    Carmela D.

    The restaurant is beautiful and elegant. The food is delicious and service is outstanding. Will be going back.

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    Love the food and service is great. Have been going there for over ten years. Great atmosphere.

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    Big disappointment! Come from Russian back ground and was hoping to see more from the motherland

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    Very good classic Persian dishes and ambience with very good service. Fancier than Kasra and much less expensive than Rumi's.

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    The food is good but they give you really small portions when you order out. They charge way to much for the small to go portions.

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    Really good service, I love the big meatball and the kabobs the cherry rice is awesome. I recommend it

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    Ask the Community - Cafe Caspian

    Would anyone happen to know who the owner is?

    Yes Mel is the owner and his son works with him as well.

    Hello, do the stews contain any dairy, egg or meat products (such as meat broth)?

    Yes they do contain meat broth so they would not be vegan friendly but no egg or dairy.

    Hello, can the stews be made vegan by removing the meat? The menu says they can be made "vegetarian", but we've cooked many of these stews at home and they do not contain dairy or egg products (and would therefore be vegan without the meat).

    Hello Valerie! Yes all of our stews are cooked without the meat with the exception of the Loobya stew.

    Do they serve alcohol?

    Yes .They serve wine but no hard alcohol.

    Do I need to make a reservation?

    You don't have to, but certain times may be beneficial. They are closed on Monday

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