The best I ever had! Randy and his family are so amazing…read morepeople who makes great food! Thank you Randy!

First of all Fabiola... what a wonderful experience you gave me as a first timer! Thank you for the…read moretop notch service. I came into the restaurant asking how long my order would take, she said 10 minutes. Although there were chairs and tables under an eave, I chose to go to the car. Faviola brought the food to me and it was sprinkling outside! She even came back and gave us extra utensils when she realized there were two of us. All the while smiling:) I ordered via yelp because we were starving and easily this restaurant has their menu in organized and visually appealing. Their descriptions and the variety of selections and customizations on point. My husband said he wasn't hungry but then saw the food and we scarfed it all down. He gave it 8.5 and said would come back. I ordered pickled vegetables which I thought was going to be onions but I think it's actually cabbage. Not my preference so I will take that home to the parents. Did order yogurt dip- husband was a fan. The chicken thigh and filet were so tender. I had put a note on the order for medium rare. I wouldn't call that medium rare but it was tender nonetheless. I'm sad I had to pay extra for a half of a Roma tomato, salad and lavash- the lavash I saw it in the add-ons menu so I assumed it wasn't in there. Ended up with so much lavash. No need to buy extra. The entire thing came up to $63-ish. The food was 4/5 but service was 5/5! I know this economy has everyone struggling. This was probably the most I have spent on Mediterranean food. I would have expected $45-$50. We just came back from Turkey so this would have costed us $15-$20 USD. Portions for rice and meat were good though! All in all- would come back!

Taste of Persia special combo #2, chicken breast is so tender, beef is perfectly seasoned without…read morebeefy smell, onion salad is on the point, Rice is perfect and everything goes with roasted tomatoes. I will definitely come back.

Food is perfect, service is great, been here a few times and the food always tastes amazing!!!read more

Food was fresh and amazing Highly recommend the tadigh cause…read moreit is bread tadigh not rice Love geymeh in it which is almost a meal by itself Service is fast and friendly Ambiance is like a hole in the wall Deezee is great too Will be back as often as I can

Came in on a Friday night. Was seated immediately. We enjoyed the Torgabeh Special Dish For 2…read morePeople. It included 2 ground beef skewers, filet skewer and chicken skewer, 2 tomatoes, 2 plates of rice, shirazi salad. Shallot yogurt and bread. You get a choice of breast or thighs. We choose the chicken thighs and it was so juicy. The ground beef was so flavorful. The shallot yogurt is amazing on the bread and meats. Restaurant was clean and inviting.

The place seems nice, parking is limited. I came in today for the first time, I usually go to the…read moreplace closer to the freeway (but wanted to try this place to see if I can find something different). I got my usual Beef Koobideh (it was okay, a little bland compared to the persian places I have tried in Los Angeles, NJ, FL, etc...). The beef koobideh was larger than most other places and they gave a lot of rice too (which I like). My son got the Chicken Koobideh, he also thought it was okay... he was indifferent. I tasted a bite of it, it was also less flavorful than I would usually expect. My wife got the Jewel Polo with Steamed Chicken. She was the one with a not happy review, she was telling me that it was unlike any place she had ever tried and was like "All they did was lightly boil the chicken and put it in the tray". I didn't try it because that is not my dish, I only stick with Beef Koobideh anywhere I go. The people working here seemed very friendly, the customers were also very friendly since they seemed to know the workers and helped me flag down the main guy for a question. My review isn't to discourage anyone from this place. It just didn't hit the spot for my wife so I won't be able to give it a second try. As a south asian person, we like our food with lots of flavor and lots of spices... so you might find this place perfect for your palate. My wife kinda forced my hand on the topic, I would not beat them up as harshly (I ate all of my Beef koobideh and enjoyed it, but even left to my own opinion... I'd go back to my usual place for a familiar flavor). I only took one star off because of the feedback from my wife.

The food is pretty good. But the service was terrible. They are simply accepting too many online…read moreorders and have no capacity to serve customers already seated. It took 10 minutes to get soda, 20 minutes for appetizers and over an hour for the main dishes. The waitress had all kinds of excuses: we got large orders, it's holiday, you ordered lamb, etc. Basic decency says that you should at least warn about the significant delays and let diners decide if they still want to eat there. I guess these guys are too greedy for decency. Despite the good food, I recommend avoiding unless you are ok waiting over an hour.

Two months ago, we had a disappointing experience at Arya during our son's birthday celebration. We…read moreshared our honest feedback and we were genuinely impressed by how the co-owner, Fera, and the Manager, Mehdi, responded. Rather than dismissing our concerns, they took our feedback to heart and extended an invitation to return--one we decided to accept. Last night, we had dinner at Arya and it was the event of the day for my wife and me. From the moment we arrived, the entire team--from the receptionists to our server Serdar and the support staff--treated us as honored guests. Every interaction felt warm and genuine. The food was exceptional. We started with a mezze platter featuring delicious spreads, pastries, and felafel, followed by a mixed green salad that showcased some of the best burrata we've ever had, topped with tiny, sweet berries. Our main courses were equally memorable: a stunning Fesenjoon pomegranate-walnut chicken stew with a perfect balance of slightly sweet and tart, and a side of basmati rice studded with almonds, pistachios, berries, and orange peel. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, unique, and delicious. But what truly made the evening special was the service and genuine hospitality. Serdar, our server, was remarkably warm and attentive. We had fascinating conversations with him about his world travels, the uniqueness of Persian cuisine, and his recommendations for authentic Turkish breakfast and dinner spots (he's half Greek and half Turkish, which made his recommendations all the more authentic and personal). Mehdi introduced himself during the meal and checked in on us with a genuine interest in our experience, not just as a manager, but as someone who truly cares. When we mentioned we had no room for dessert, Mehdi surprised us with a beautifully presented pistachio-saffron ice cream served in an ornate bowl made of ice--a perfect final touch that felt like a work of art. This visit demonstrated that Arya is a restaurant that listens, cares, and delivers on its promise to provide not just excellent food, but genuine hospitality. We left feeling valued and delighted.

This place was amazing. I decided to make reservations to this restaurant for our 6th anniversary…read more The food was excellent, the inside ambiance was really nice, and the staff was very attentive and friendly. We ordered the rack of lamb with chimichurri and the salmon special, both were delicious and full of flavor. They greeted us with a nice card when we arrived and even surprised us with a tasty dessert afterward to celebrate our anniversary. The wife was happy and they made our night feel special. We'll definitely be coming back.

All the staff in CheloKabobi are so friendly and caring. I invited a group of my relatives who had…read morecome from Europe and they love atmosphere and hospitality they received and the best of Persian dishes they served. Our table was served by Mahin Khanom and Danial who behaved us like their family members. I appreciate their kindness, Soheila

We have been going to this restaurant for more than a decade…read more The food is very good. The yogurt with the cucumber, the soup, the kebab, all are very good, even delicious. However, we just came back from dinner. We were somewhat frustrated as the music, which has never been an issue in the past, made our experience unpleasant. We don't mind background, quiet music, as long as it's not "boom boom boom ". Unfortunately, this was the case tonight. We asked the waiter to change the music. The music was changed for awhile, and then " boom boom boom" came back. We hope the issue will be resolved, so that we could come and enjoy the food, again.

My mind is blown. Came here on a Saturday night at around 8 pm. The staff were all very kind. We…read moreused the QR code to look at the menu and the server came by to take our order. I absolutely loved everything we ordered here. The hummus was delicious. I couldn't stop eating it The shallot yogurt was one of a kind. The best yogurt I've ever tasted at any Persian restaurant . The beef and chicken koobideh was just amazing . Flavorful, tender and super juicy. The best I've ever tasted in my life. Even the saffron basmati rice was actually fragrant. We will definitely be back often and bring a bunch of friends with us. My favorite Persian restaurant!

Loved the kashk bademjoon. Absolutely delicious. Tried the…read morecombination koobideh. Enjoyed the chicken more than the meat. Everything else was average. I'm still reeling from paying $11.99 for a small bowl of yogurt with chopped cucumber in it. The meal cost us upwards of $110 for two and this is not a fancy place. I think the sides are really expensive for what they are - especially the yogurt and the shirazi salad (Again just chopped cucumber and tomatoes in a small bowl) Tahdig with ghormeh sabzi came swimming in oil with barely 2 small pieces of meat in it and four kidney beans. Did not eat this. Tahdig was not crunchy, it was soggy. Service is extremely sweet.

Mazzeh Grill in San Jose is a true gem when it comes to delicious, authentic Halal Mediterranean…read morecuisine--and their catering service is top-notch! Whether you're planning a family gathering, wedding, corporate event, or just a casual get-together, Mazzeh Grill delivers flavor, quality, and professionalism every time. Their combo platters, kabobs, rated tomato, yogurt dipping, cucumber/tomato salad, and falafel are crowd-pleasers, and the hummus, rice, and fresh salads are always a hit. Everything is prepared fresh, seasoned perfectly, and served with generous portions. You can truly taste the care that goes into every dish. The staff is friendly, responsive, and easy to work with for catering orders. They are AMAZING! If you're looking for a reliable and flavorful Halal catering option in the Bay Area, Mazzeh Grill should be at the top of your list. Perfect food, perfect service, wonderful small woman own business, I highly recommended!

Never had Persian food before but this place just sets my expectations high for other Persian…read morerestaurants I try in the future!!!! Ordered the old skool (koobideh) mazzeh plate which comes with the beef/lamb skewer (choice of 1 or 2 skewers), rice and roasted tomato!!! The meat was super tender and flavorful and honestly 1 skewer is a good amount of food! The rice is also very well seasoned; not just your typical plain rice. What really blew my mind was the yogurt white sauce they offered. Holy moly it's so good. It's so refreshing to eat with the kabob and I love that they have bits of cucumber in it; way better than any yogurt sauce I've every had! The chipotle tahini was also super great if you love spice!

Been in area over 50 years cook myself often know good food and recently joined Caspian's…read morecustomers team great food with excellent service create an outstanding environment that make feel at home family owned (Husband & Wife) welcome you to enjoy and share your good time With deepest appreciation Well done job!

I find this Persian Restaurant offers the best Persian food with exceptional service…read more Romina goes out of her way to make sure customers are satisfied and happy with the service. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone seeking traditional Persian food and kabobs.

Great xinjiang food here, lamb is good, fresh and tasty. Will consider come here againread more

This is one of the best XinJiang style restaurants I ever had in the Bay Area. Especially the…read moreeggplant starter, I enjoyed so much!