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    Ravagh Persian Grill

    4.3 (500 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Persian Ice Cream
    Crystal H.

    Authentic Persian food in New York is like coming across a shooting star. Ravagh is such a treat! The portions are massive but when you taste the food you will want to eat everything on your plate. I ordered the Bronzini and Barg Dinner. The Barg was out of this world. A steak that is seasoned to Persian perfection. I will be back just for the Barg , The green rice and the Tahdig(burnt rice). The cocktails are a tad overpriced but its okay given how generous the portions are, and how tasty the food is. I left very full, happy and ready to return.

    Rumit P.

    The quick and dirty review: Upscale feel, no lunch menu, perfect for small or large groups, and moderate prices for large portions! My friend and I had lunch here today at 11:15 AM. There were no customers yet so all attention by staff was catered to us. The service and hospitality were excellent. They served us complimentary bread and yogurt/chutney and informed us that a soup or salad came with the lunch entrees at no additional charge. The chicken kabob plate was amazing! So fresh with a ton of chicken and even more rice than you could possibly want. The server was well groomed in a company uniform, knowledgeable about the menu, made recommendations, refilled waters, offered drinks and dessert, and provided takeout boxes and bags and an itemized receipt. Highly recommended! Definitely would come back!

    eggplant dip
    Michelle H.

    such good healthy real food - i wish i found this place sooner!!! the portions are HUGE. could have eaten this for two full meals. my favorite thing was the eggplant appetizer dip (not babaganoush but i forgot the name). the bread is hot and they give you more if you run out. service was quick. nice big pour on the glass of wine for only $13! overall, i'm definitely coming back here. ambiance was clean, lots of tables

    Lindsey O.

    Delicious food and excellent service. The space is a little small and crowded but what place isn't in nyc? Regardless I'd definitely come back. We started with the hummus which was delicious, as was the yogurt and jalapeño/cilantro sauce that accompanied it as another dipper for pita. We split the beef kabob and it was excellent, and the best part was the rice. You can upgrade from white basmati to a specialty rice and we chose the one with sour cherries, pistachios, and almonds. It was my favorite part of the meal. We finished the night with the pistachio cake, which was also very tasty. We didn't have drinks, but between the appetizer, the shared kebab plate, and the dessert, it was $65 for my mom and I before tip. Honestly not bad as the kabob platter was so big we have leftover to take home. The servers were all super friendly. Our server Freddy was wonderful. We'll be back!

    Chicken Koobideh Kebob Dinner
    Pooja S.

    Came here around 6:30 on a Monday. There were quite a few people here but there was plenty of seating! Food came out quite quickly, and it was very flavorful! I got the chicken, it was well spiced and well cooked. I also tried some of the pork and it was nice and Smokey and tender. The service was great, we got a few water refills. Would definitely recommend!

    Amanda W.

    We went to Ravagh for brunch on a Sunday and this restaurant was busy! The decor is nice however the layout is really not ideal, it is basically 2 railroad long seating with tables and at the back the kitchen separates the sections. The kitchen was also completely open and smoke was pouring out due to their cooking style. We initially wanted a table in the 2nd room however the tables were so close together and we could not even push our baby stroller through. So we opted for the first room (the section when you walk in). It was also not really ideal either as our stroller kept getting in the walkway. While the other patrons were cordial and the staff was accommodating with our baby stroller, however I as a mom, did not feel comfortable in this situation. The food, on the other hand is absolutely delicious! I can see why there are regulars. While we have previously ordered from here, we've never been at the restaurant itself. We ordered koobideh, lamb chops, grilled chicken skewer and the branzino. It all came on huge plate full of rice and grilled veggies, such as onions, tomatoes, and zucchini. While I loved the veggies, it was hard to eat as a lot of them were burned. I had to remove the completely black tomato peel. I also loved that they gave us unlimited chutney and yogurt to pair with the meats. Overall, the food is excellent, rice is some of the best and the meats are deliciously grilled. However the layout and open kitchen is really not an ideal restaurant experience.

    Chicken Kebab with French Fries Lunch Special
    Sherry S.

    I met up with my sister for lunch on a Thursday afternoon. I've never had Persian food before so I was excited to try a new cuisine. The food was well prepared and delicious. I had the Chicken Kebab Lunch Special with French Fries. The special came with bread, different sauces and a side salad. Everything tasted very good and I definitely enjoyed my meal. I will definitely visit this restaurant again whenever I'm on the Upper East Side. The service was amazing and the restaurant was quiet. There weren't many people in there so it wasn't noisy. I enjoyed trying a new cuisine and I would recommend this place to anyone.

    Koobideh Kabob
    Josh R.

    This was my first time here. The restaurant itself is beautiful. I ordered the Koobideh Kabob (ground beef kabobs). The portions were generous, and the food had a ton of flavor! I can't wait to come back and give this place another try!!!

    Bronzini Lunch and Sultani Kebob Lunch
    Liudmila K.

    Great place with good food and nice atmosphere. Went here for lunch with my boyfriend. Portions are huge. So, for appetiser, we shared the Mediterranean Chopped Lunch Salad--fresh and flavorful. For the main dish, I had the Bronzini Lunch, and my boyfriend got the Sultani Kabob. Everything comes with fragrant rice and perfectly grilled vegetables. The fish was delicious, and the meat was tender and juicy. Even the complimentary bread and dips were great. Had some nice wine as well. Service was wonderful. Ravagh is a must-try!

    Loyal C.

    Ravagh is... just okay. The kabab was dense and underwhelming - definitely not one I'd remember fondly. The vibe is decent, but the AC was blasting so cold it made the experience uncomfortable. Overall, not very memorable.

    Lamb Chops Kebob Dinner
    Meryam A.

    We came here for dinner with a group, but make sure to plan for a reservation since there's not a lot of seating inside. The interior is cute and cozy, perfect for a feast! The service was quick, and they offered great suggestions. For appetizers, we had the hummus and kashk bademjan. Honestly, I regret not snapping a picture before we inhaled it--it was that good! I'm not even an eggplant fan, but this dish is a must-try. For the mains, we got the lamb chops and the combo platter loaded with meats. Trust me, skip the extra rice, even for a large group. While the lamb chops were decent (but I've had better as a Texan), the lamb, chicken, and beef kebabs were on another level. Each bite kept getting better--the marination must be straight from the gods! The platter also had steak strips that melted in your mouth. The only disappointment was the dill rice, which lacked flavor, but the meats totally stole the show. Will I be back? Absolutely, and I'm planning to fast that day so I can eat even more!

    Albaloo Polo Rice
    Richa T.

    My favorite restaurant for Persian food - FYI, they also have locations in Long Island. Pros: + Friendly staff + Amazing bread and sauces - I really love both the yogurt based and the green one that they bring out to the table + Decor is absolutely stunning + Lamb kebabs are delicious - This is the one that I always have to get + Upgrades for the rice - My favorite is the Cherry one. Most of the kebabs come with basmati rice. However, you can spend $3 to upgrade to one of their flavored ones. Don't miss this chance! + HUGE Portions - I share everything when I come IG: QueenOfAdventureNYC

    Flatbread, Dolmeh (Stuffed Grape Leaves) & Salad Olovieh (Potato Salad w/ Chicken & Peas)
    Chun M.

    Ravagh is the place to go for Middle Eastern style Grilled Meatz! I've dined at the one in Mineola and had lunch takeout at the midtown east locations and always had very satisfying meals. We were able to secure a Friday night reservation inside for a group of 10 and they accommodated us in the farside split dining room. The decor is very modern with light earth tones. I'm just glad we didn't sit outside because it was still stiflingly hot outside, even into the evening. It was very relaxed because the staff was really laid back and we were not in any rush either. We started with an assortment of appetizers: hummus, babba ghanoush, baked kibbee, all spread on stretched flatbread and stuffed grape leaves. It wasn't until after we started on the appetizers that we ordered out entrees. We just ordered a bunch of grilled meat & seafood platters shared family style and they occupied almost every square inch of the long table. Each platter came with a choice of white or green basmati rice (also topped with saffron rice) with grilled onions and tomatoes, but we also substituted some grilled vegetables, which added eggplant, green peppers, zucchini and broccoli. For the meats, there was a mix of Koobideh Kabobs (ground beef), Dark Meat Chicken, Salmon Kabobs, Barg (sirloin steak chunks) and my favorite the Lamb Koobideh Kabobs. The lamb is just the way I like it with gamey taste that not everyone likes. We also had a Braised Lamb Shank stew that went quickly. The savory sauce from the stew was excellent with the rice. We ended up with a fair amount to take home, especially the mounds of rice and vegetables. The dessert menu has some unique and intriguing choices, so we ordered a variety. My favorite was the Persian Ice Cream that was a bright saffron yellow. Ravagh is great for groups if you reserve ahead of time, but also for date night (unless you happen to sit next to a large, loud party like us).

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    Great food! Had never had Persian food before I came here. Loved it! The khoresh fesenjan (pomegranate chicken) is amazing!

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    Awesome kebabs, the lamb is sensational, highly recommend. Service is great, as well as the setting

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    Ask the Community - Ravagh Persian Grill

    Are there gluten free options?

    Kebabs and rices are gluten free, and most of our appetizers are gluten free too, Thanks!

    Is it halal?

    Yes

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