It's Eid! The moment my family and friends of 10 walked in, we were promptly seated (we called earlier to put our name on the waitlist as they do not take reservations on Eid). The ambiance and the atmosphere was energetic but not super loud it was refreshing especially on a special holiday. It reminded me of home Our server, Carla, was exceptional! Friendly and patient despite the Eid rush of people coming in and also dealing with a large party like ours. (she deserves a raise!!) The food as you can see from the pix was exceptional too!! We ordered two family kabob platters which were served to us under 15 mins (which is really unheard of considering it is a special holiday and there are a lot of people here!) this goes to show they were prepared and planned accordingly so the staff, food, meat etc were ready for demand. ps: their lamb chops were mmmm yum! The Persian tea totally hit the spot after a long day of work, hints of cardamon and rose were very soothing. I loved that the tahini yogurt sauce and the salad and rice and the garlic paste was flavored really well, extremely well balanced. Also: if you're on Keto, this is an epic place to eat. Protein and salads here are #nomnomnom !!! Overall an exceptional experience! If I could give more stars I would. Note to management: please thank the kitchen staff and the servers for all their hard work! Everything was amazing. Thank you! read more

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Have you ever tasted something that tastes like the way a dishwasher pit smells. It's gross. My first experience here was okay. They forgot 3 items on the order and the food was decent not as good as their sister restaurant (Bella Balducci). However, they credited the food for the next time and service was not terrible. The next time came, and I orders Tahdig (the crispy rice dish) and was credited the missing items from before. The Tahdig was extremely disappointing, not only was it a quarter of the size the Tahdig is from Bella Balducci (the sister restaurant) but it also tasted like the way a dishwasher pit smells and was burned and dry, not crispy like their sister restaurant. The garlic feta fries were below sub-par, they were the opposite of meaty fries (how they were explained) the feta tasted like it was a week old, and there wasn't much feta to begin with. The fries were so soggy and wet, that McDonalds does a better job, that's bad. I will not be coming back to this location. I may however, try Bella Balducci again, the trip was worth it the first few times but this place was very disappointing. I'm giving 2 stars because they did actually provide the food they messed up on the first time. But it's closer to 1 star. read more

Diyar - Wet soggy fries with not much of the described toppings. - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

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I can't believe there is a Persian restaurant on the plateau! Very typical food including kebabs, skewers, polo, stews, and the mezze. We ordered a stewed chicken dish and the mezze platter. The food is expensive but honestly, most Persian restaurants are and they were very generous with their portions. The rice that came with the chicken dish was excellent (saffron and topped with barberries). I am very excited to go back to try more of their rice dishes. You can order these separately. The rest of the food was well prepared as well. The place is very nicely decorated and would be a great place for a nice sit-down meal. I hope they do well and stick around. read more

I tried this place out with a friend for lunch. It's very nicely decorated and quite a large space. We ordered 2 lunch dishes: beef kebab and okra stew. They were both good. However the amount of rice that is served seems excessive. My advice for them would be to bring out smaller portions of rice and then if customers need more, to bring out more when requested. The beef was tender and the accompanying tzatziki sauce was delicious. Okra stew was good but was swimming in oil which I know can be off putting to some, another girlfriend warned me about that. She said her lamb dish looked exactly the same. I'm just hoping it's healthy and assuming it's olive oil but not sure, I didn't ask. Service was prompt and they checked on us multiple times. I'd be up for trying it again. read more

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It's my first time trying Persian foods. I came in not knowing what to expect. The interior is bright and vibrant with cultured decorative designs. The 2 meat platters ordered were plenty for 5 ppl with 2 large plates of rice. The meats were all flavored, seasoned well and very nicely presented. Lamb was not my favorite but the beef and chicken were juicy and tender. The hummus was so creamy and smooth that I can just that for a meal. The naan bread was fresh and hot, perfectly paired with the hummus. The staffs were all very friendly. read more

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While vacationing in Seattle We found an unexpected hidden gem. A beautifully designed large spaced Restaurant. It was traditionally designed with beautiful artifacts that put a smile on your face. It is clean and the services was excellent caring to your needs before you ask for it. They wore lovely traditional attire and a bigger smile. Even the owner came over checking on us. The food!!! Superb. Best Persian food I ever had. One of the food we ordered that really stood out was the Gorma Sabzy was the best I ever had. I come from OC which is full of top notch Persian food but Diyar was in a class of it's own. The authentic flavors and freshness ruined it for all other Persian Restaurants. I am sad that it is in a different state but will definitely recommend it and will go again and again. read more

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Full disclosure, not yet a Persian food connoisseur. So take this rating with a grain of salt. This may be an outlier, may be not, but the meats which we were looking tremendously forward to were all overcooked. Dry, chewy. Now, maybe that is how Persian meats are cooked, so totally respect that. But for me, it was just too overcooked. The salad, soup, black tea, all delicious, without a doubt. The ambiance, vibe, restaurant, excellent. Service excellent. Very friendly, prompt, follow ups. Food for me was 2 stars, + star for the rest. Someone may correct me on thats just the way the meats are cooked traditionally and that is fine, but others should know that to have correct expectations going in. read more

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A memorable new Zabiha Halal Dining Experience Not just food, a full 5-star experience. That's how I'd describe DIYAR in Issaquah. Honestly, one of the best new additions to both the Iranian and halal food scene in the Pacific Northwest. The moment i entered, i felt this place was designed to create an experience, not just serve a meal. You walk into fish pond and garden-inspired entrance that immediately transports you elsewhere. Persian culture is embedded into every corner -- arches, colorful stained glass, mosaics, chandeliers, intricate wall designs... the touch of Iran is everywhere. I genuinely haven't seen another restaurant here that has gone this deep into cultural design and ambiance. Even the staff uniforms stood out, traditional embroidered coats that perfectly matched the atmosphere. And as soon as I seated, 20 month old got his own dining utensils and a lovely toy. beautifully thought! The restaurant itself is massive, with spacious seating, family booths, open gathering areas, and large private room designed for family events and parties. There's also a separate café section on the side, giving the entire place multiple different vibes under one roof. And then came the food. The Tahdig was easily one of the best I've had in a long time -- a unique variation, perfectly crisp on the outside while staying soft underneath. 5/5 On top of it, I ordered Ghormeh Sabzi -- essentially the national dish of Iran. Another 5/5 for me. The herbs and dried lemon were beautifully balanced, the texture was creamy and rich, and the beef had absorbed all those deep herbal aromas. The Mazze Sampler was also excellent. The Kashk-e Bademjan was buttery, slightly smoky, with gentle sweetness throughout -- incredibly comforting. Mast-o-Khiar was thick, rich, and refreshing. The hummus leaned more garlicky, which I personally enjoyed. The falafel was decent too, though definitely more Persian in style, I still personally prefer the Palestinian-style versions. And I completely forgot about the drinks. The traditional buttermilk drink, DOOGH, was incredibly refreshing and paired beautifully with the heavier kababs and rice dishes. I also tried the DIYAR Mojito. It was good, though a little lighter in flavor than I expected. Decent enough, but I'd probably explore some of their other drinks next time instead, not necessarily a must-order. Another surprise for me was the Shirin Polo. A beautiful saffron-infused Persian rice loaded with sweetness, nuts, and fruity flavors. It immediately reminded me of Zarda, the celebratory sweet rice dish famous in Bangladesh and Pakistan. It genuinely made me wonder, did Zarda originate from Persian cuisine? I would definitely order Shirin Polo again. And one thing I really appreciated was the generosity of the meal portions. The endless rice, fresh bread, stews, kababs, sides -- everything together felt less like a restaurant dinner and more like a feast or festival gathering. But obviously, the centerpiece of any Persian meal is the kabab. I tried four: * Beef Koobideh * Chicken Joojeh Kabob * Beef Shish Kabob * Barg (beef tenderloin kabob) The Chicken Joojeh and Beef Shish Kabob both scored full points from me -- super juicy, tender, aromatic, and perfectly cooked. The Koobideh was excellent too (4.5/5). The Barg used very high-quality meat, though I personally wished for just a little more buttery richness and flavor depth (4/5). I also tried Gheimeh Bademjan -- a tomato-based split pea stew with beef and fried eggplant. Hands down another standout dish. Deeply comforting, flavorful, and beautifully balanced. Soo goood .... DIYAR was founded by the family behind Kabob Korner and Bella Balducci, and with this restaurant, they've elevated themselves into something much bigger. They're bringing a truly immersive Persian dining experience to the Pacific Northwest. I genuinely loved this place. And of course, no Persian meal ends without tea and dessert. I tried the baklava and the Persian date-filled cookie. Both were good and enjoyable, though I wouldn't necessarily call them must-tries compared to the rest of the menu. I just checked their rating 4.9/5 -- well deserved Location: 4592 Klahanie Dr. SE, Issaquah, WA 98029 read more

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We've been here 4 times now and still love it just as much. They've already added a lunch menu, have daily specials on offer, and the Chef has even asked for our input on our experience to get feedback. They're doing wonderfully delicious things here and the service, quality, and flavor has made them a quick dinner solution so close to home. It's such a beautiful space, I love the colorful booths every time we are seated. read more

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Amazing food and service! I will say it is a bit pricey and gives a more "fancy" restaurant feel but the quality of the food was pretty good. I got the Barg Soltani and the beef koobideh was better than the Soltani. So I'd probably just get the beef koobideh next time or try something else. Service was great and fast. Super busy! Great addition in Issaquah. read more

Diyar - Barg Soltani - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Okay, we found our permanent to go place for Mediterranean food. Hands down the best flavors, fresh ingredients and clean and nice Persian decor. We went in the middle of the day but the food was made to order. The hummus was insanely good - almost didn't need anything else! We could taste the olive oil was of high quality. Meat was grilled to perfection. Normally it's a little dry, burnt and not seasoned well. It was so tender, flavorful, juicy and just perfect from end to end. Grilled tomato was just great as well. Our waitress was awesome too! The service was friendly but just our experience, we weren't allowed to sit in the booths though it was not busy at the time nor were there reservations (we asked). Hoping for a little better initial service next time because we are coming back! read more

Diyar - Hummus - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

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We came here for our anniversary dinner and it was so good! We enjoyed the dishes of kebab and mixed yoghurt sampler. Great atmosphere with Persian traditional decorations. We were greeted by the staff and the owner offered a complementary Dubai chocolate cake and amazing saffron pistachio ice cream. Keep up the great work and we will be there again!! read more

Diyar - Chocolate cake, and pistachio ice cream. - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Excellent Persian food. We had a large group and everybody loved their food. I tried the salad shirazi, Misra ghasemi, kabob (barg, joojeh, and koobideh), fries, and a sekanjebin drink. Everything was great. The joojeh was moist, the barg tender, the koobideh juicy. The rice perfectly fluffy and buttery. The service was impeccable. The decor chic. My son loved the fountain with the goldfish in it. Prices were more than reasonable. I will definitely be back. read more

Diyar - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Honestly the best Persian food! It's simple but beautiful place.Service is really good too. read more

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Our dinner was delicious from eggplant dip with bread to perfectly grilled lamb lollipop and beef kabobs. The saffron rice is super yummy and fluffy Last but not least dessert is delicious Love the decore and a very warm and welcoming ambiance Service is amazing very welcoming and professional Next time when we come back will definitely have to remember to order the salad read more

Diyar - Beef kabobs( grilled steak very tender and juicy - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

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I guess this is a fairly new restaurant in Klahanie suggested to us so we made a date for the four of us to meet. Of course I checked the menu online to make sure, ya know, that there were some reasonable choices. Well, I mean I'm not too big on "weird" stuff BUT this menu was anything but. So delicious and their Greek salad so delightfully fresh with just the right amount of crumbled feta. Dinners run in the mid 20$. Known mostly for their wonderful kebabs, I ordered the Bakhtiari (beef and chicken) and the missus had the chicken. It comes with an extraordinarily amount of long grain Bismati rice and green peppers. Our friends had the shrimp kebab and his wife ordered the Bakhtiari as well. We shared a Greek salad , more than enough for four. Let me say, there was an abundance of food. We brought home enough for a second dinner. We arrived by 5:30 and it looked pretty empty but within the hour, the place was packed, and on a Tuesday night. These folks have a hit on their hands. Disclosure: no alcohol. read more

Diyar - Your friends, Lou and Michelle - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Great food, attentive and friendly staff, lovely ambiance inside the restaurant. We will gladly drive back for the scrumptious food. We're from walking distance of their Kirkland sister restaurant. We're delighted to see they now have another option for inside seating. read more

Diyar - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

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Had early dinner here with my husband the other day based on friends recommendations and we loved the food and the friendly service. The portions here are generous and they make for some great leftovers. We were so excited about the food here and we ordered two appetizers and two entrees and a yogurt drink (phenomenal)! We would definitely reorder the eggplant appetizer (first item on the list) and the ground kafta entree (first item on the grill menu). We also enjoyed eating the leftovers the next day. The ambiance is family friendly. Loved the radio cassette and other vintage decor items! read more

Very enjoyable food. It feels that it was cooked with love. Every dish is very tasty, with the perfect amount of spices, fresh and cooked to perfection. Not overly sweet or not overly fatty. Just one advise - portions are quite big. So be careful when ordering - I could barely breath when finished :) read more

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Wow! This restaurant is beautiful! From the hospitality, to the decor and the food that taste delicious! It is very new but they have transformed the restaurant from Chans place that was there for decades. I am so excited that we officially have a Persian restaurant in Issaquah and I plan to be back again and again! read more

Diyar - Lunch menu - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

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Love this place! I order here at least once a month! I love how you get rice included with the platter orders and not have to order it separately! read more

Everything was amazing! We usually go to their sister store, Kabob Korner, in Lynnwood. Now that this place is open, we will be coming every month! read more

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We wanted to try a new Persian restaurant on the Eastside, and we are so glad we did! The restaurant is absolutely beautiful, with thoughtful decor that reflects Persian culture with style and care. The service was excellent from start to finish. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, thank you, Iman! The owner also stopped by our table a few times to check on us and make sure everything was good, which was a very nice touch. Most importantly, the food was delicious. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. My only small disappointment was that they do not offer tadigh, which is one of my favorite Persian dishes. At first I was told yes, but what was brought out was tahchin, which was good, just not the same. I would love to see tadigh added to the menu in the future. Overall, we had a lovely experience and will definitely be back. Merci! read more

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Went twice already in 1 week The place is really nice, the decor is very authentic, the food is amazing with little wait, and the staff are really great! Cant recommend enough! Thank you Mr. Kaveh and his team for a much needed quality persian restaurant read more

his place feels like stepping into another world. The warm light, the earthy walls, the quiet calm in the air -- everything invites you to slow down. It's the kind of atmosphere that comforts you before the food even arrives. And when it does, the plates are as beautiful as they are delicious -- full of color, flavor, and care. Diyar Restaurant in Issaquah, was such a pleasant surprise for us! read more

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I am recommending this restaurant because of the Customer service alone. The food is a plus!!! Now the food is pretty good but not quite consistent. I have visited two times in person and I did delivery recently. I have some feedback as I really love Persian food and I really want them to win. Firstly, they have the best kebab in the game in my opinion every time we have ordered it, it has been juicy and flavorful. The rice can be a bit chewy/gamey? after some point. Also, I am never given butter along with my rice, even though I see others are given butter. A small improvement that may be an oversight. I am also big on food temperature and I feel the food could come out piping hot. It has been hot but not piping hot like I like my food. I do not believe that they should serve a pepperocini with their kebab plates. I also think that they should offer onion and basil for the table to share rather than a few slices as a garnish. As of recent, I ordered delivery and ordered fresh basil and onion as an upcharge. The basil was dry and did not seem fresh. And unfortunately, I did not receive any onion at all. We also ordered a side of extra onions in person and it took a while to get to our table. It seems as if they are scrimping on onions. And that is a staple in Persian cuisine. I also believe that they should not include walnuts in their sauces and in their appetizers. Someone may be allergic for one, and for 2 it is off putting to bite into a walnut while eating your appetizer. There are also some other inconsistencies. The first time we ordered kebab we were given a garlic sauce, the second time we were not. The desserts were dry in flavorless. I do feel like they are working out the kinks and I want them to win which is why I'm leaving this review. I'm still keeping it a five out of five again because the Customer service Best in the state especially when it comes to Persian restaurants! We all know the restaurant that starts with a "C" and is a sea (hint), and their notorious horrible customer service along with their horrible food! But not here! They are the kindest and most professional!!! from the owners to the staff everyone is professional, sweet and kind and they all seem to love having you join them, even the servers seem to enjoy their job. Big plus for us and why we will continue to patronize them. I just think that you should also serve your house salad as a starter dish. It should not be offered as a separate entrée. Serve a bowl for everyone to share at the table. And if ordering to go, also offer a side salad and it should be included with the koobideh meals no matter what. I'm pretty upset that I didn't receive raw onion because I did pay for it. Other than that, I feel they will do better and they will do well. One last thing is, they should tend to the restrooms throughout the day and night to make sure that it's clean and well stocked. We went on a busy night and the women's feminine receptacle was filled. The floors also are a bit slippery so be careful. On busier nights, they might want to offer a number system or a paging system to make sure they say keep the crowd under control and that whoever is in line is accounted for. offering a night for entertainment for example a belly dancer, would also be a nice touch. I have spoken to the owner directly and I wanted to offer this feedback to him, but I never got a chance. We still wanted to make sure that we gave him the best review ever because he deserved it. They are going to rule Persian food in the western Washington area! I hope they take my suggestions into consideration. And give me extra onions next time for the missing onions, in my to go order lol! Diyar for the win! Thank you for the amazing food, the amazing hospitality, reminds me of family. read more

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Best food and ambience. This is our second time since this restaurant is opened. The only suggestion is to have some vegetables in kabob dishes. read more

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My wife, daughter, and I absolutely love this place--we come at least once a week. The staff is always incredibly friendly and welcoming, and we're consistently greeted with a smile. The atmosphere and phenomenal food make it easy to keep coming back. Highly recommend! read more

Diyar - Vaziri plate - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

This place had the best kebabs in the Seattle area and we tried them all. The restaurant is lovely and reminded me of the places I used to go in LA. Great service, delicious food, highly recommend! read more

I was so thankful to discover a delicious and inviting new Persian restaurant open up in the Klahanie center! First thoughts were that decor beautifully highlights their culture, space felt elegant, and warm. Our server was a lady who was also very courteous and friendly as well as attentive throughout the service. The food. We ordered the Kashk-o Bademjan eggplant appetizer which arrived warm and accompanied with pita bread. Divine! Must try. For entree, my spouse and I ordered the Classic Platter for two which comes with Beef Koobideh, Chicken Kabob, Beef Shish Kabob and saffron rice and some roasted tomatoes and onions. The meat was full of flavor without being overly seasoned (well marinated) and cooked perfectly. There was a nice char of the grill on the meat while being tender and juicy inside. The saffron rice was a terrific side to enjoy the kabobs with, along with roasted vegetables. We will definitely be back again! read more

Diyar - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Outstanding! Great ambiance, delicious food, amazing service. So lucky that sammamish has this new Persian restaurant. We'll be back soon to try more dishes! read more

We ordered so much food. Not a single things that wasn't amazing! Zeytoon parvardeh ​ Greek Fries Kashk-e Bademjan ​chicken lemon soup(an instant fave) Sour Cherry Rice(Albaloo Polo) ​koobideh plate & Bakhtiari ​ ... BAklava ​& Dubai Chocolate Cake ​ so glad we found and cannot wait to tell everyone about this amazing spot! read more

Large resturant and busy. Classic Persian design, excellent service, large proportion.Delicious food, aromatic black tea.this time we tried diffrent kebabs, tahdigs and Shirazi salad. Too full to try dessert. Management around, visiting customers to be sure of satisfaction .They serve halal so no alcohol.No reservations on weekends but seats available on timely manner.will be back again. read more

A Hidden Gem on the Sammamish Plateau. We came across Diyar through a Facebook review and decided to check it out -- so glad we did. It's tucked into the Klahanie neighbourhood in Sammamish, east of Seattle near Issaquah, and well worth the drive. Kevin, the owner, told us that diyar means "home" and "homeland" -- and that really does sum up the experience. The food is genuinely outstanding; the kabobs and saffron rice alone are reason enough to come back. The room has a lovely feel to it -- warm and relaxed, with a pretty waterfall entrance and little Iranian touches on the walls. Staff were attentive without being overbearing, and our kids were made to feel just as welcome as the adults. Can't recommend it enough.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

Food was amazing and the service was great. Relaxing environment and great desserts! I definitely recommend this restaurant!

Delicious food, excellent service in a family friendly setting. The owner Ramin is a fabulous host

The food, service and ambiance were excellent. A very special find, that has only recently opened. Definitely the best and most authentic Persian & Mediterranean food I have experienced in WA state read more

Food, service, ambience and decor were all on point. Food service was fast and portions were big.

It's amazing food, especially the family Grill platter , literally everything here is amazing. We tried so many dishes decoration location. The servers recommended 100% read more

When you first walk in, the space is beautiful. You are immediately greeted by a warm and friendly staff. The food uses high quality ingredients and the portions and large making the prices fair. We loved our entire experience! read more