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!

4.5/5 rounded up The…read morekoobideh is glistening juicy deliciousness!! I live more than an hour away so I doubt I'll come here too often but it was worth the visit. The rice was great (a lot when it's the only side) the onions were yummy which is huge for me bc I never like the onion "salad" restaurants usually give. This one they properly "rinsed" the onion and it wasn't too sharp with a nice cilantro top note. I tried the chicken from my husband and wasn't too blown away personally but he and the other person with us that ordered it loved it. Price wise you get a solid portion so even if it might be more than some other places I don't think it's unreasonable. If you're really on a budget you can get a single koobideh for I think it was $9 which I wish I did bc I had a lot of rice left over but not much koobideh for my left overs the next day. Space is small so just keep that in mind if you plan to go with a larger group. We were a good of 6 and we barely made it work. The staff is great but it is more a self service (seat yourself, order at kiosk, get your water) with them bringing the food out to you.

Hits every time! Everything about their plates is fire. Food is consistently good. The meats are…read morejuicy and flavorful. Only downside is expect to smell like a fire pit when you leave this place. It's extremely smoky, stuffy, hot and crowded. Food is worth it!

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 portions are pretty large here but so are the prices. It took a while to get the food and there…read morewas only one person to help out. All kebabs were tender, though I wish there was more to my plate then rice and kebab for the price I paid. They do keep it clean and honestly the flatbread is killer so you win some you lose some. We were told we could request more flatbread but when we did so, no more bread came, so that sucks. I've definitely had better here and the kebabs were better than the stew so don't go for their namesake instead, if you do decide to come here.

Yas has AMAZING Persian food! Decided to order this last minute for a family party…read more We had the koobideh, ground chicken, and lamb skewers... and all of them were 10/10. The vegetables and yogurt complimented everything perfectly. Everyone (even our young kids) loved everything we had ordered. I wish I had taken pictures but all of the food we picked up was packed and presented well. I would definitely order here again! If you're craving Persian food, don't walk..RUN to Yas! I can guarantee you'll love it :)

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.

Came here to celebrate a birthday and lucked out with the best table in the house! We were seated…read morenext to an open window with the perfect breeze and great people-watching. This was my first time trying Persian food and I loved it! Everything was full of flavor, the meats were cooked perfectly, and the desserts were beautiful. The ambiance was warm and authentic, but the service really stood out. Everyone was so attentive, even if they weren't our server. Such a great experience and definitely somewhere I'd come back to!

Love to try out new steakhouses when I get the chance and Labor Day was the perfect chance to try…read moresomething new. [[ Parking ]] I personally think parking is pretty difficult in general in the downtown Palo Alto Area. It's near an indoor parking area (first 2 floors are non-permit parking), outside parking lot, and lots of street parking. However, when we went almost everything was full. I luckily one open street parking spot and luckily my car is super compact and I was able to squeeze in. I probably would be more stressed if I were driving a large SUV or large sedan. [[ Restaurant / Service ]] I thought the restaurant was pretty beautiful inside and in a good location (corner side). They have plenty of seats that look outside and also a ton of indoor seating in case you want more privacy. - One con was that we were seating in a I guess a "bad booth"? It was in the corner and the padding seemed to have sunken in so I had pretty bad support the whole meal. I got use to at the end but next time I'll just choose a chair. Service was really good. Our server checked in frequently, filled our waters, and was relatively attentive. No complaints here. [[ Food ]] I thought the presentation was beautiful for each dish and there was some standout things: 1.) The complimentary bread had delicious butter and mint/cilantro sauce(?) Not 100% sure but it tasted really good. Unlimited bread too as we gobbled up the first round pretty quickly. 2.) If you get a steak (which I hope you do), I love the little flamethrower presentation when they melt the butter on top of your steak. I thought that was a nice "wow" touch for the dining experience. 3.) I really enjoyed the crab cakes and thought the balance of taste and cook was on the spot and gave a really strong start to the rest of the meal. The okay things: 1.) Surprisingly the steaks were just okay in my opinion. Don't get me wrong, they taste good but I wasn't blown away by either the filet mignon or the dry-aged rib eye. It's solid steaks but nothing too memorable. 2.) The sides in my opinion were a let down. The Mac & Cheese was SOO watery. I took a picture of how much liquid was after getting through the top layer. I wish it was more melted/gooey-ness cheese rather than the watery consistency. The truffle fries were alright but my wife wish it had more truffle taste. [[ Conclusion ]] Great business place to get food as well as a nice dine-out experience. It's a solid place.

A coworker recommended Chelokababi and I'm glad they did because I'm not sure I would've come…read moreacross this! Overall it was a good meal and cute little restaurant. My boyfriend and I shared the complimentary pita and falafel appetizer, and I ordered the rack of lamb entree. The pita was so fresh and warm! The falafel was ok; I felt the pieces were a little small and over baked. The lamb and rice was delicious! This was some of the best lamb I've had at a restaurant--incredibly tender and great flavor--and I loved how buttery the rice tasted. I enjoyed sitting in one of the alcoves, as it felt like a little private space without being totally secluded, and our wait staff was very nice. The food came out a little faster than we would've liked for date night, but they also didn't rush us out when we were done. Would love to come back to try something else next time!

It's a hidden gem in the bay area. loved the ambiance, food and service…read more we went for a ladies dinner. such a good experience. saffron tea was so good. everyone loved it. I would love to try out high tea with sweet and savory pastries. food was nice. how I wish their falafel were little bit big and juicy. they had very tiny 3 falafel on the main course plate for vegetarian.

Great food and kind service! The beef kebab was very tender as was the chicken kebab. Atmosphere is…read moreunique and fun!

Excellent food and service. Highly recommended. The servings are large. Good for sharing.read more

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!

We were invited to an event at Caspian Restaurant yesterday, and we had a great experience. They…read moremanaged everything so well, especially considering how many guests were there. The staff was organized, friendly, and attentive, and the service throughout the event was excellent. The Persian food was fresh, delicious, and authentic. Everything was served nicely, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. We were really impressed with how smoothly they handled the whole event. Definitely a great place for Persian food and also for hosting gatherings and special occasions. Highly recommended!

We love Persian food and I would come back to Caspian. The portions were very large so do t…read moreover-order. The plates included rice and salad and we ordered Greek salad in addition and didn't need it (a higher end restaurant would have told us that). All that said, the salad was very good, the rice amazing and the chicken very good. I was disappointed that the Koobideh was not lamb and beef mix (and that the person who seemed to be the owner didn't know what I was talking about). The service got a little slow as noted in other reviews but honestly, we were in a hurry and a good meal is meant to be enjoyed slowly.

This was my first time having uyghur food and i really enjoyed dining here! I enjoyed the flavor…read moreprofile of every dish. We were a party of 6 and were seated immediately. Service is friendly! At the end of our meal, we were offered free soft serve. I plan to come back in the future :) ORDER RATINGS - Pilaf served with salad and unsweetened yogurt dressing 9.5/10 This was my favorite dish from here!! - Golden crispy roasted lamb ribs 9/10 - Uyghur grilled lamb shank 9/10 Loved the seasonings that came with this dish. For both of the shank dishes, keep in mind they are a bit hard to share in a large group as you have to cut the shank yourself - Braised lamb shank with naan 8.5/10 - Big chicken plate 8.5/10 The hand-made noodles in this dish were so good!!! - Eggplant with mashed garlic 8.5/10 Great appetizer for a garlic lover! Has spice / a kick to it. Wish the egg plant was served in a more sharable way though

So hard to decide what to order! We ended up getting:…read more- the big chicken spicy dish with wide noodles - crispy lamb ribs -beef noodle soup I really loved the lamb here. Nice depth of flavor and doesn't taste super gamey. Some pieces were a bit fatty so just be aware. Beef noodle soup had a really nice flavor profile also! The big chicken dish was good, but the potatoes came out a bit hard, and it's not my favorite to eat a lot of chicken with bone-in pieces. My partner loved this however. We also got the hot lemon honey tea and a passionfruit yogurt drink. Liked both- the lemon honey drink was super sweet though, and I think you'll like the yogurt drink if you like kefir. Will definitely be back!