Amazing and beautiful ambiance! Such great service! Food was delicious! My favorite singer performed! read more

Very disappointing experience. The service was poor, and the staff spent most of the time speaking to each other in Farsi, which made the atmosphere feel unwelcoming. It often felt like they were talking about customers, even if that may not have been the case. The food was bland, lacked freshness, and wasn't worth the price. The restaurant is also very dark, and the décor feels outdated. Unfortunately, I won't be returning. read more

This was our first time ordering from this restaurant on the Fourth of July, and unfortunately it was a terrible experience. We ordered two stews and one barg kebab. Thankfully, we never touched the stews, but we both ate the barg. Within a short time, we both became extremely sick. I hadn't eaten anything else since the morning, so I'm confident the kebab was the cause. We both felt so awful that, at one point, we genuinely thought we might need emergency medical care. It completely ruined our entire day. We're not writing this review to be unfair or to get anyone in trouble--we simply want to share our experience so others are aware. We hope the restaurant looks into its food preparation and safety because no customer should have to go through something like this. read more

If I could give a -5 rating I would! The establishment looks ghetto on the outside and in. Way overpriced terrible bland food, staff didn't speak English, rude, disrespectful to customers, then took my glued together chicken kabob before I even finished half the food. On top of that the waiter added 20% tip to our bill when it was the WORST SERVICE EVER! I will never go back & advise you to read all comments before you decide to visit. Don't get me started on the karaoke entertainment. Worst night ever! read more

I was at flame International, The food was fantastic! we tried Rack of lamb and cherry rice it was the best we ever had. we also tried beef Barg and chicken Barg it was amazing, they also had life music which we enjoyed alot. we highly recommend this resturant. read more

Not only the food is nothing especially The have the WORST customer service! Like hire them if u wanna loose customers! There is a super rude lady that was acting like we're bothering her just to exist! read more

Do not recommend this place for food, we stopped by for their lunch buffet on Thursday, food was cold, did not appear fresh except for the salad, The place was empty except for several folks who appeared to be related/known to the place who kept ordering their main dish from the kitchen, If there is ever a "zero" star, this place could have the honor!! Btw, If they want to keep the buffet they need to take this seriously, have the real setup with all the arrangements, including the warmers since this kind of food couldn't be served cold. read more

This place was extremely disappointing and honestly felt like a scam. The service was terrible, and the food quality was unacceptable. My friend and I ordered the chicken kabob, and the chicken came out raw. When we tried to address the issue, the staff struggled to understand what we were saying, which made the situation even more frustrating. To make matters worse, when we received our receipt, there was no itemized breakdown of our order--just a total amount due. Overall, the experience was very disappointing, and I would not recommend this place. read more

The service was 0/10. Our server never checked on us throughout the meal. There was no salt or pepper on the table, and no one came by to see if we needed anything. Our food arrived cold, although the taste was decent. They charged $100 per person, plus a mandatory $27 tip per person. Forcing customers to pay a gratuity for service they never received is unacceptable. I left feeling disappointed and would not recommend this restaurant. read more

The atmosphere is enjoyable, and if you're there with good company, you'll probably have a good time. The live music and band are decent and definitely the highlight of the experience. Unfortunately, the food and service are a major disappointment. Don't expect even two-star service. This place feels more like a cabaret that happens to serve food rather than a restaurant. I ordered the koobideh, which was acceptable but nothing special--not amazing or even particularly good. I requested half rice and half salad, but my plate arrived with almost all rice and only a tiny portion of cucumbers and tomatoes. There wasn't even any dressing. I had to ask for lemon, and it wasn't brought to the table until about 30 minutes later, long after I had finished eating. The staff explained that they have to run between the upstairs and downstairs dining areas, but that's not a valid excuse for poor service, long wait times, and inconsistent food quality. If the restaurant is understaffed, management should hire more employees to provide the level of service customers expect. Overall, if you're going for the atmosphere, music, and spending time with friends, you may still enjoy yourself. But if you're going for good food and quality service, this restaurant is likely to disappoint. read more

I went this place last night , I had great chicken Kabab , there is a great place with warm hospitality, great service and incredible food , I have been there several times and this place will be my first choice , and recommend this place . thanks to management and staff.? read more

We had lunch at Flame Santa Monica , the food is so amazing. We tried beef Soltani, it was the best I ever had . I highly recommend this great restaurant. read more

Flame International - 1. Ground Veal & Beef (Koobideh) - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I really wanted to love this place, but it missed the mark for me. The atmosphere felt average, the service was fine but not especially memorable, and the food didn't stand out. The meat was a little dry, and both the hummus and tzatziki tasted more store-bought than freshly made. With so many great options out there, I was hoping for something that felt more authentic and memorable. Unfortunately, this one just didn't deliver for me. read more

I had made a reservation for 2 ppl yesterday for a special event night and when I arrived we were told that we have to sit with 4 other guest. We were take up to the second floor which was dark, dirty and the table had food that was out for maybe hours and then we were sat on a table were there was dirty eaten plates. Felt very disgusted and the hospitality was terrible. I will never go back to that place! If I can I would give zero stars! read more

Food is great. Service is wonderful. The events are pretty nostalgic Only issue is number of servers for busy nights. It is few ladies for many desks some times but they are very professional in their job read more

We celebrated my mom's 75th birthday at Flame International with 30 friends and family. The food was delicious, the ambiance set the mood, and the music and entertainment made the evening a blast. Paris and Mo and their wonderful staff took very good care of us. Highly recommend as a venue for large parties and celebrating special occasions! read more

This restaurant is amazing. They stand in solidarity with the victims of Iran and Ukraine. They are so caring and thoughtful. More importantly, their food is fabulous. Their entertainment evenings are so fun and great for any group. I highly recommend this place to one and all. They have a huge space where you can through your parties too! Love it. read more

The best we have ever had great food and service especially server Amir. Thank you for your hospitality.

Wc smelled so bad , the food was not hot at all, server didn't checked on us much, not a good experience at persian restaurant as a persian

ONE STAR - A COMPLETE NIGHTMARE This place was an absolute disaster from start to finish. The food was horrible. Cold, tasteless, and honestly inedible. Nothing came out fresh or even warm. For a restaurant that pretends to be upscale, the food quality was insulting. The seating situation is pure hell. Tables are crammed so tightly together that you can't move your chair, let alone breathe. It's overcrowded to an unsafe level. They clearly shove tables and chairs into every possible inch just to pack people in and rip them off. We were charged upfront for our reservation on new years Eve, and were told the program would start at a specific time. When we arrived on time, there was NO table for us at all. Instead, they shoved a tiny table meant for maybe two people into the middle of the dance floor and expected four adults to sit there like a joke. To make it worse, the manager, a woman named Mostashari, along with a couple of the waiters, were extremely rude, aggressive, and unprofessional. Rather than fixing the situation, they pushed us out of the restaurant, escalated things, and we literally had to call 911 because of how hostile it became. This was not just bad service. It was chaotic, unsafe, and disrespectful. Never, ever waste your time or money at this place. There are countless better restaurants where you'll actually get edible food, basic respect, and a seat that isn't in the middle of a dance floor. Avoid at all costs. read more

The food is so amazing at this place . We really enjoyed our time, the music, the atmosphere & service were all great. I highly recommend this restaurant. Amir provides service to our table and he was so nice and helpful. read more

The lamb shank is to die for! #26 Ghorme sabzi with lamb shank! #27 lamb shank with egg plant and the sour cheery rice omg so good!! Service super Great afternoon early dinner be quite! But this place has Persian music!! Great place read more

Flame International - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This restaurant has the best Koobide , we were a large group for lunch on a Christmas Day & I must say that the food & service was so fantastic, the manger Paris is so kind & friendly . We will come back soon . Thanks Paris for the beautiful day you created for our group . read more

Flame International - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Our party of nine came here at around 5:30pm on a Thursday night and were able to get seated right away. The service was so friendly and attentive! Loved the complimentary fresh veggies and bread/butter. For appetizers, we got Taddig (x2), Kashk, Mast-o-Khiar (yogurt), Hummus, Shirazi Salad (x2). All the entrees are HUGE so prepare to have leftovers. I ordered Chicken Barg Kabob for mine and it was delicious. Usually I shy away from chicken breast but theirs was perfectly tender and not dry at all. Rack of lamb, soltani kabob, shish kabob are also amazing. 5/5 read more

Oh my God , the Beef koobideh at this place is number one . The manager was so nice & kind , she greeted us with warm welcome. We love the atmosphere & Decore as well . I will definitely be back. read more

Great food! Great service! Great ambiance! Great Event Space! I can't say enough good things about this place! You have to give it a taste !! read more

I was here for a private event. Staff were really rude and had a condescending demeanor. I had the koobideh kabob, which was really bad and oily. Not to mention they didn't get the order right. The DJ was really bad and was not ready for a birthday event. Overall not recommended, especially for private events. read more

Just got home from flame international the best atmosphere the best appetizers the best food and persian live music with the large dance floor I really enjoyed it and highly recommend it read more

Came in for an event, and the food was good but the rest of the experience was unpleasant - including service from the moment we stepped in the door. Ambiance feels like more of an event space than a restaurant. read more

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As someone who is Persian and has had his fair share of Persian food in the city, this is hands down one of my favorites. This is your local restaurant that's no frills. It's been here for as long as I can remember and relied upon by many. It's cozy and casual and has that family feel. While I normally come here for family dinners, I decided to give the lunch a go and loved the specials with a friend. Pictured is the regular sized portion of the koobideh but my friend did get the lunch size and it was enough for her. To start, we ordered the kashkh-e-bademjan. If you come to a Persian restaurant and not order this appetizer you're doing it wrong. Try being a bit adventurous and dip the bread in and enjoy. I really do love their beef koobideh, it's juicy and tender cooked to perfection. I love adding some sumac all over the plate and mixing in the grilled tomato. read more

Flame International - 7. Combination Koobideh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I came in with a little of a quenching throat . I ordered a Stella . The staff is attentive and nice . I personally didn't try the hookah but definitely next time !! Look forward to coming back and trying the food next time : ) It's not so busy for a Thursday evening . read more

Flame International - Check in host area - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food quality was very poor in comparison with the price. service was not good, the food arrived very late and 2 orders out of 6 was delivered wrong. read more

Had a party here on a Summer Sunday afternoon and it was a scorcher that day. Service was 100% because the staff was attentive regardless if its a guest or the one who threw the party. They had an appetizer table which i tried their yogurt with cucumber, hummus, and baba ghanoush; it was delish! i came back for seconds. The main course has beef, chicken, salmon, and luleh. All the meat was cooked to perfection! The basmati rice was absolutely soft and fluffy. I don't care much for their desserts but it was offered. The location is not bad, its right at the corner. Its street parking only but there's plenty in the back or the side either on Corinth or the back street which i forgot. read more

Terrible food, service and management Will never go back to this restaurant There is an overcharge on any modifications you make to the menu Amir the server was extremely nice read more

I'm not usually a big fan of lamb because it's gamey, but here they did it RIGHT. Amin, our amazing server, told me we could make it any way I wanted it. I requested it well-done, and it was the perfect char and still juicy. The yogurt with cucumber was perfect and flavorful. They give you unlimited *toasted* pita bread, and the portions are large. Amin, even though busy setting up for the night, was very kind and knowledgeable about the menu. When the staff is friendly and the food is perfect, I'll definitely be back. They have live music on Thursday - Saturday nights as well. read more

Flame International - a plate of grilled fish and vegetables - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Loved this place! The food was fresh and full of flavor, and the staff were super friendly. Great vibe, clean space, and quick service. Definitely coming back! read more

It was my birthday, and we had an amazing time! The food was absolutely delicious--we tried the chicken kabob, lamb shank, and ghormeh sabzi, and everything was cooked to perfection. Amir was an incredible host, making us feel so welcome with his warm hospitality. The atmosphere was beautiful, adding to the perfect dining experience. Highly recommend! read more

The food was really good and the service I'm going to come here all the time from now see you guys soon

I found the food very dry. Everything needed a sauce. The staff was nice. We went for a company party. They didn't know how to make drinks which is sad. I wouldn't recommend. read more

I've never left negative reviews, but I feel this experience deserves to be shared. My family and I recently visited this restaurant, and while the food itself was okay, the restaurant was noticeably dirty, several of the chairs had white hairs on them, almost as if a dog had been shedding there. On top of that, we had a very unpleasant encounter with Mrs. Mostashari, who I've been told is the owner's wife. While my toddler did walk and run around a bit, I was always right there beside him, keeping a close eye and making sure he wasn't disturbing anyone or in any danger. Despite this Mrs. Mostashari came over and very rudely told me to "keep your child next to your table because customers will complain and it's dangerous." I fully understand the need to maintain safety and respect for other guests, but the way it was handled was unprofessional and unnecessarily harsh. A polite reminder would have been more than enough. If this restaurant does not want toddlers to walk around at all, they should make that clear on their website or policies and state that children are not welcome. Instead, families are made to feel uncomfortable and unwelcome in the moment. Between the poor cleanliness and Mrs. Mostashari's attitude, this was a very disappointing experience. Unfortunately, we will not be returning, and I would not recommend this place for families. read more