Last Friday night my daughter Kiley's mother in law hosted a large dinner for 30 at this place. I'm still learning about Persian food and the culture. I just adore my new son and his big, beautiful Persian family! She wanted to arrange this dinner for all the family that was in town for the baby shower the following day. I'm sorry for not getting any photos but the food was amazing, most especially the chicken and the filet! There were stuffed grape leaves, delicious rice offerings, mint dips and yogurt dips. Yummy flat breads. She says this is the place they always come to when they are in town visiting the kids. Great spot! read more

I ordered for delivery tonight and had a horrible experience. 1. After submitting my order on their website at 6:57pm, I received a call to let me know that they were out of beef koubideh and they asked if I wanted chicken or lamb instead, I asked for Chicken. Lamb was delivered. 2. On the call I was also advised that because of the distance their delivery fee was no longer $10, it was now $30. This was not advertised on their website at all. I live in Mid-City, the price doesn't seem reasonable. 3. Their website listed delivery time between 8:07-8:12pm, At around 8:30 I called to ask if the order was on the way or still in the works (1.5 hrs after I submitted the order). They told me they would call the driver to confirm ETA. Never got a call back. I called again at 8:41pm and was told that the driver was 15 mins away. The driver arrived at 9pm, 2 hours after I ordered, and way past the delivery window. 4. I am pregnant, so I ordered the lamb kabob WELL DONE. Instead, I received medium rare. I'm so disappointed, and hoping the single bite of undercooked lamb doesn't get me sick. read more

Shamshiri Grill - My order which clearly states well done - Middle Eastern Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Came here with a big group and a lot of allergies to accommodate: eggplant, peanuts, sesame seeds. The owner and Hossain helped us and had fantastic service. We got all kinds of rice ("if you need more rice then let us know" LOL), ghormeh sabzi (7/10 not salted enough), mixed meat platter (8/10 my fam loved the lamb chops). read more

Shamshiri Grill - Middle Eastern Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Shamshiri Grill made last Monday's dine at home with friends' my turn to host luncheon a most delicious experience. In my mind, work/time constraints prevented a Monday order. Plan ahead me called in the following for delivery last Sunday. So, what could possibly be ordered, remain fresh 24-hours later? I chose vegan/vegetarian sides/appetizers: Baba Ganoush - I've made it but Shamshiri Grill's is SO much better; creamy, perfectly seasoned. Hummus - Again, can DIY but why? Shamshiri Grill's is yum, pure yum, protein packed. Falafel - Balanced ingredients and frying technique is key. Came with a portion of tahini (had some in the pantry just in case). Should have ordered more falafel. Never gonna make this at home again, ever! Tabuli - Shamshiri Grill's includes the perfect hint of mint along with the parsley and tomatoes. Panir o' Shabiz - All aforementioned are wonderful BUT this, well this, is what I could eat and nothing else. Fresh basil, mint, tomatoes, radishes, sweet white onion, scallions, walnuts, feta, lemon, butter to be consumed with abundant pita bread and sumac provided. My kinda "sandwich"! This, Panir o'Shabiz was the only order I immediately deconstructed to avoid compromising the herbs' and veggies' freshness. Carefully wrapping them in kitchen towels, refrigerated then re-plated and back in the fridge prior to leaving for work after setting the table. Oh, isolated the feta and walnuts too. Everyone at last Monday's gathering is an omnivore with heavy plant-based dietary leanings. BUT, occasionally we stray hence a side each of chicken and beef koobideh (ground seasoned meat cooked kabob style) and grilled tomato, onion, red bell pepper garnish (also available as a side). I divvied each koobideh into bite sized pieces to be shared among three guests. REALLY good, make those tiny bites, REALLY, REALLY good. Everyone arrived, me too, on time to nosh on the veggie offerings as the koobideh and falafel gently warmed in the oven on low. Plenty of convo, cleared the table for tea and dried dates... Shamshiri Grill you and all the staff from chefs to delivery made my gathering a success, many thanks. Note: No recent pics (cameras/phones not allowed at our group's table) but 2017/18 ones reflect what we ate. read more

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Shamshiri has been part of my life since I was a child. My dad was a single parent, and some of my favorite memories growing up were coming here with him. This restaurant isn't just food to me it feels like home. After all these years, the taste, quality, and hospitality have never changed. The meat is still perfectly cooked, the rice is amazing, and every meal brings back memories from my childhood. Today I came with my cousin and ordered Baghali Polo with Lamb Shank for my dad because it's still his favorite meal after decades. Even with so many Persian restaurants opening across Los Angeles and all over California, my dad still only wants Shamshiri. He says nobody else comes close to the flavor and authenticity here. The owners and staff have always been kind, welcoming, and consistent throughout the years. You can truly feel the heart behind this place. Thank you, Shamshiri, for being part of my childhood and my family's memories for so many years. This will always be my favorite Persian restaurant in Los Angeles. read more

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Went here with friends for lunch the other day. Don't waste your money. The food is disgusting. SAD read more

They gave our bookclub a nice spacious round table in the front corner of the restaurant near the window and it was perfect. We came here specifically because most of us are vegetarian and they had an extensive vegan menu and many of the traditional dishes from the book we had just finished and were going to be discussing (The Stationery Shop). We ordered family style and had more than enough food! For our group of 6 we got a falafel appetizer, mirza ghasemi, tahdig with ghormeh sabzi, a small Greek salad (quite large), vla side of feta cheese, vegan zereshk polo with shirazi salad as the side, and because we thought it wouldn't be enough a side of grilled vegetables which was overwhelmingly large! They also brought some pita bread with garnish when we sat down. The falafel was delicious and moist and quite different than the taste of Greek falafel which is what ive usually had. The tahdig was nice and crispy with a layer of ghormeh sabzi on top which reminded me of an indian spinach curry. The zereshk polo had little barberries which I've never had but made it a bit sweet and tasted great with the grilled vegetables of which we had a huge assortment. The onion was Very spicy beware! Lastly, the mirza ghasemi which I forgot to take a picture of was delicious and tasted like Indian bengan Bhartu (a similar blended eggplant dish). I didn't really like the bread that it was served with as it got hard quickly. Everything else including the service was great. Thank you for a great exploration of Persian food! read more

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We went to this restaurant on a Friday night and it was packed. We were seated after a few minutes and our server came over to take our order. We ordered the koobideh kabob, adas polo, and barg kabob. The food was tasty and the portions were pretty large. We also tried the doogh and it was good. One thing that really concerned me though was the tables. They have stone tables and some of the corners are chipped and very sharp, which can be dangerous, specially for kids. My son accidentally hit his hand on one of the corners and ended up with two small cuts. We let our sever know so they can hopefully fix it and make it safer for others, but wasn't really any response or apology. He just said he would let the manager know. The manager never came over to check on what happened. If you are coming with kids, I'd suggest being extra careful or possibly skipping this place. read more

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Simply hands down one of the best to do it. Stepped in to get their chicken kebab plate, walked away completely satisfied and amazed by the quality, expedient service, the charm, all of it. I ordered their lentil soup as well, it was hearty and delicious and served not too hot, perfect for consumption. Their kebab is to die for honestly, I love the fresh pita as well, it's so good! The side plate of sliced turnips, onions and mint also is such a nice touch to the palette. Can't stress enough how great this place is! read more

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We [group of 4] came on Sunday around lunch and were able to be seated right away. It wasn't busy but there were a bunch of couples/families there (good sign!) We ordered a lot of food since we like to eat family style and try a bunch of things - everything was delicious and came out quick/hot! Servers were polite and staff was friendly. Overall great experience - we ate, laughed, were seated quickly, food came out fast, and drank a lot of serif tea. We took most of our food to go and the leftovers held well too! read more

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I love the food , but would not recommend ordering over the phone. I received the wrong order and the manager would not apologize or give me the food , it was what i order they gave my order incorect for the 5th time!!!! I am in complete discust with the them!!!!! Sad hat they are such idiots i can go on and on. read more

There are so many choices for Persian food in Westwood. Shamshiri has been a consistent winner for me over the years. Parking is scarce on Westwood blvd and the restaurant is always crowded. The maître d' is a bit snooty but I'm there for the food. The grill is in full view and it's pumping. Expect to eat lots of protein. Prior to ordering, pita bread and vegetables are plopped on your table. The bread is fresh and crazy good when warm (tip: not as good as take out cuz it gets hard). Raw onion slices (yes, you heard that right) with radish slices and mint leaves warm you up for your carnivore meal. I usually order chicken koobideh at Persian restaurants (ground meat seasoned and rolled into a log, grilled over an open flame). It's very flavorful and easy to savor with spoonfuls of rice. The shamshiri comes with koobideh and chicken kabob. On this occasion, the kabob was slightly dry. Incidentally, the shamshiri can also be ordered in beef. Persian stews are always a must for the table. Fasenjan is my personal favorite. Very velvety with tartness and sweet tones (Pomegranate and walnuts--who knew). Shamshiri has an artistic twist. The rice is an individual bowl with the treasure at the bottom. Tahdig is the well done crust harvested from the bottom of the bowl (it's known as "Persian crack"). Lamb kabab was the star tonight. It was perfectly grilled and succulent. I could've devoured two orders. It's always a treat to eat here or get take out when in the neighborhood. They have been consistently good for many years. read more

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Amazing food. Large portions. You will leave stuffed like you just finished a Thanksgiving meal. The chicken shawarma is awesome. Also had a dish that was chicken cooked in tomato sauce with green beans that was full of flavor. This place rocks. read more

Shamshiri Grill - Chicken cooked in tomato sauce - Middle Eastern Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I like to take friends and family here if they are craving persian food and a nice sit down experience! The portion sizes are huge and the chicken kabob is super juicy and flavorful. Its always packed inside! And they have the best lunch special, $20 gets you so much food. read more

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Ahh, One of the best Persian/Iranian places to eat in West L.A. Had the pleasure of eating here again recently after a long time. I ordered the Beef Kobediah, with Pita bread and all. Service was good, and restaurant has that Middle Eastern look inside to it. Feels good to visit here. read more

This restaurant serves up delicious high quality grilled, mesquite broiled meats in generous family style portions. Service was excellent as well; all of the staff greet you warmly whenever you interact with them. We enjoyed the shish kabob (tender filet mignon) and chicken koobideh kabob (flavorful ground chicken seasoned with lemon juice). I highly recommend trying Shamshiri Grill first, despite all of the competition on Westwood Blvd from other Persian restaurants with similar offerings. read more

As many have noted this is your typical old school Persian spot. If you looking for fancy decor this may not be your place, but solid, unpretentious Persian food in Terhangales? go no further The sabzi plate was fresh and vibrant. The fresh herbs and onion helped cut the rich nature of the food. Shallot Yogurt (Musir): Nice and thick. The balance of the sour and shallots was perfect. It was great just eating by the spoon or paired in a bite with the rice and kebabs perfect Salad Shirazi: One thing you have to do to balance the onslaught of kebabs and that oh so rich buttery rice is, in addition to the musir, add a traditional Salad Shirazi. The chopped salad of cucumbers, onions and tomatoes, dressed with lemon juice and olive out, add a bright, acidic, vegetative palate cleanser between bites. Chicken: Well seasoned and perfectly grilled chicken was juicy and tender. Beef Soltani: The best of both worlds. The Barg was t4ender, well seasoned and juicy. The Koobideh was super rich, and perfectly seasoned Service was on point and friendly. There are tons of options for Persian food in the area, but this one stands out with an understated excellence read more

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I begin with a truism: Cherry rice is the greatest thing since Gluten free white bread. Cherry rice elevates the lowly white rice to such lofty culinary heights that one forever after questions why plain white rice even exists. There, I said it. The four of us Bruin fans ate at Shamshiri Grill before going to watch UCLA dismantle USC. We all got different combo's with the aforementioned cherry rice officially called Albalou polo. The chicken Koobideh I ordered à la carte because their portions are so generous along with the cherry rice was tender and beautifully flavored. All took home enough for a second meal so while the prices have gone up, the portion size provides food to take home to enjoy later. Did I mention how good the cherry rice is and like pizza and some other food, it reheats and goes down easy later. read more

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I've seen the negative reviews and I've never had a bad meal here. This is the perfect place to impress your friends. Portions are huge and the food is comforting. We started with the kashk e bademjan and tahdig with fesenjan. We also ordered a Shamshiri plate with the two beef kabobs and a lamb shank. It was the perfect variety of food and an explosion of flavors. This place is as authentic as it comes and has been around forever. The staff is so friendly and accommodating. Try and come for an early lunch or be prepared to wait a bit. This place is not super casual but not super fancy. Just an overall solid spot for Persian food. read more

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First time back in over 2 years, and the overall experience was excellent. The 3 of us started with the salad with the cucumbers, onions, etc (can't remember the name) and it was delicious. Then, we shared the chicken and rice and again, it was great. Chicken had a bit of a charbroiled taste (one of us actually used the term lighter fluid, but I didn't think that at all), and overall it was delicious. Our server was wonderful (had a beautiful smile!) and the service was prompt and efficient. Next time we'll explore more of the menu! read more

The Baseline: For a Persian restaurant the kebabs and stews must have the classic Persian flavors, the rice/hummus sides must be well prepared with taste, the ingredients must be fresh, and the dining experience must be enjoyable. Food: The lunch specials here are fantastic and feed you well. I got the Koobideh Platter and the beef skewer was delicious. The grilled tomato and onion really accompanied the meat. I opted for the green salad and lentil soup for starters which really kicked off the meal. I forgot to ask for the garlic sauce but I was told this is a must have next time. Service: We had a great waitress when we visited. She was friendly, efficient, and accommodating to a bunch of different orders. Great service. Water glasses always filled. Ambiance: Shamshiri looks like a Persian restaurant. Main points is that the table layouts were well spaced and maximized service flow. Clean restroom. read more

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First of all let me say this is an absolute haven for anyone who is vegetarian or vegan. Also, if you have any friends who think all vegans eat is salad, take them here! There is an entire page of vegan delights, mostly vegan versions of the stews and classic Persian dishes so you don't miss out on the flavors. The food is very good and there are large portions. We ordered family style for 6 people and got grilled veggies, tahdig with vegan ghormeh sabzi, feta, a small greek salad, mirzah ghasemi, falafel, and saffron rice. We ended up having some leftovers but it was a pretty good amount for our party. The service was great as the server came multiple times to check on us. Toward the end we did feel like maybe they wanted us to clear out but our 2-hour parking limit was up so we had to leave anyway. The ambience is very nice in here. We sat by the window but when it got sunny we were able to lower the shade and stay comfortable. The grill has a clear window into the seating area so you can watch the grilling if you like. The restrooms were clean. Overall, I loved this place and my first time trying Persian food. I would certainly recommend it! read more

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Huge Menu, Good Vibes First time, our pledge was to avoid anything called a "kebob", which we did. The brazino fish thing was probably the best branzino we have ever had. The cheeseless pizza thing was pretty good, they only say this is mincemeat, and I don't know that is code for crappy meat re-purposed. Lastly, the tachin of lamb was super great. There are so many choices on this large menu - we will be back for sure,. read more

Since 1981. Shamshiri grill is located on the stretch of Westwood Blvd. known as "Tehrangeles"; it's nestled in a fun and walkable area full of middle eastern markets, Persian ice cream stores and Farsi bookstores. The interior has tiled floors, comfy wooden chairs with soft leather cushions, clean stone tables, and walls painted in deep shades of red which give it a festive feel for lunch and a romantic glow at night for dinner. Very personable staff and great service. It has a glass-enclosed kitchen with natural mesquite charcoal broiler & shawarma machines. Persian food with a Mediterranean style. Large selection of wines and they feature traditional Persian recipes with some nice vegan variations as well. The Shirin Polo (basmati rice with saffron, orange peels, pistachios and almonds) is scrumptious. My go-to dish here is their juicy grilled Khoobideh. I also love the Chicken Kabob, but all the meats they serve are top quality and delicious. Plates come with fresh baked Persian style bread made in their stone oven. They also do catering. No parking lot but there is easy metered parking on Westwood Blvd. and some free parking on nearby residential streets. read more

Shamshiri Grill - Koobideh beef and chicken mixed grill with rice. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Been coming here for years but hadn't been back for a long time and I was pleasantly surprised when I came in on a Friday evening and saw the restaurant was packed and filled with about 80% non Persian customers- which means that other cultures are enjoying my native food, which makes me happy. My boyfriend (who is Jamaican) shared the tahdig (crispy rice) with gheyme stew (red based beef yellow lentil stew), mast mosir (yogurt with shallots) and beef koobideh. It was all very tasty and more than enough for us to share. Our server was also very nice and attentive. read more

Shamshiri Grill - Tahdig with gheyme and mast mosir - Middle Eastern Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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If you are ever in the neighborhood, have friends or family over I highly encourage you to visit this gem. It's been around as long as I can remember. It gives you a feeling of nostalgia. The food is always good and never disappoints. In fact it raises the bar. Service is beyond polite and kind. Very professional staff who make you feel at home. Ambience is that of a casual eatery but you can dress up if you like. Come hungry as the portions of enough for two. read more

I have been going to this place for years and the service and food are somewhat inconsistent. When the service is good, it is great and you feel like you are being invited into someone's home. When the service is not great, it is inattentive and forgetful. Same with the food. When the koobideh is great, you want to lick the plate. Other times it is mediocre. My favorite however is the cherry rice which you can substitute to accompany the koobideh. My other favorites are the yogurt with nuts and currants and Shirazi salad which is tart and packs a punch. read more

Literally the best. I've tried the famous spots in Hollywood and Glendale but I always come back to Shamshiri. I always bring friends and family here when they're visiting from out of town. And their hot sauce!? Nothing else even comes close. read more

Shamshiri Grill - Middle Eastern Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The food is tasty and presented beautifully you can even see them grilling your food behind the glass. The rice they make is amazing called tahdig it looks like a cake crunchy on top. I got the chicken breast kabob with basmati rice with saffron the rest of table ordered fesenjan stew with pomegranate sauce and it came with beautiful tahdig desert was chocolate cake and tea with cardamon read more

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This is our weekly restaurant that we visit. We love the food there the SERVICES a is amazing and I just wish it will update their decor of the restaurant. They should work a little bit under the ambience specially at night when you wanna eat my friends they dim off all the lights read more

Shamshiri Grill, is an excellent restaurant; always giving bountiful portions. The upgraded rice orders are superb - you know, the kind with added raisins, etc. The only thing I would NOT order is anything with a tomato sauce; we ordered something in tomato sauce and was not found of it - otherwise, everything else is divine. If you like lamb shanks; this is the place! read more

I still love this restaurant, but I am sad that it no longer serves khoresh karafs (celery stew), which was my favorite dish here. I believe it may have been a victim of the pandemic. They told me ghormeh sabzi was the same thing, but it's not. I still love it here, but please bring back the celery stew! I miss it so much. read more

One of the best PERSIAN restaurants in LA ,the koobideh was, soft and juicy with a lot of flavor. The chicken was also juicy with a hint of lemon and saffron, and the barg was tasty, open kitchen design is very cool. You could watch them grill all the meats Highly recommend. read more

Shamshiri Grill - Middle Eastern Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Was there ordered a chicken kabob, well I must admit that the chicken was tasteless, last two time I was there food was bad with no taste at all, humus was terrible as well! But prices are higher! It was the last time for us eating there! Not recommended at all! read more

SO FRESH AND FLAVORFUL! immediately greeted by such friendly and accommodating staff. Food came out so quick and we were so impressed! Was able to swap out the rice for a large house salad without any additional charge which was also super nice! You can ask for the meat well done, medium, or however you like it. The meat was so juicy and delicious! Generous portions that will leave you feeling full. Both the barg and koobideh were delicious. Will definitely be back! read more

Shamshiri Grill - Soltani - Middle Eastern Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Fantastic experience at Shamshiri Grill! My family and I decided to celebrate my brothers birthday there when our original plans fell through at the last minute, but everything ended up better than we expected! The service was very kind, knowledgeable, and welcoming, while the ambiance felt warm and inviting. Food was 10/10!! Even though it was super busy for a Monday night and we didn't have a reservation, the host went out of their way to make sure we got a table. Our server recommended family style so we did a variation of chicken barg, the beef Shamshiri, and the gormeh Sabi with lamb shank along with a few appetizers. The food all came out at the perfect timing despite them being busy and wow was it good!! The chicken wasn't overcooked and was super juicy. The gormeh Sabzi and lamb shank were so flavorful and tender, but my personal favorite was the beef Shamshiri! The beef barg was perfectly cooked - juicy, tender, and very clearly, a quality cut of tenderloin. The koobedeh was out of this world!! My family and I had such a wonderful time at Shamshiri Grill and will definitely be back!! read more

A staple for Persian food in Los Angeles. Shamshiri has been around for decades and were one of the first Persian restaurants in LA. The menu has many traditional items the portions are large. I had the beef kabob but have experienced the lamb shank and chicken kabob on previous visits. read more

Shamshiri Grill - Middle Eastern Near Me - Los Angeles, California

the flavor/taste of shamshiri grill is unbeatable, especially their beef--hard to not like. took off a star because of the service (they ignored us a lot) and because of the steep prices read more

We've been coming to Shamshiri for decades, which is what makes this review especially disappointing to write. Unfortunately, over the last several years the quality and portion sizes of the food have declined significantly. After taking several months off, we decided to give it another try and were surprised to see that many dishes have increased in price by more than $5. While price increases alone aren't unreasonable given rising costs, the current food quality and portions simply don't justify the higher prices. Service was also an issue during our visit. The female servers we interacted with were curt, unhelpful, and inattentive, which made the experience feel uncomfortable and rushed rather than welcoming. Most frustrating, however, is the restaurant's rigid policy requiring one dish per person, even when diners clearly don't want or need that much food. We were forced to order an extra dish we didn't want and had no intention of eating, which felt wasteful and unnecessarily transactional. This restaurant used to feel like a reliable, special place we could count on. Sadly, between declining food quality, increased prices, unfriendly service, and inflexible policies, it no longer offers the value or experience it once did. read more

Great Persian restaurant with really solid koobideh and flavorful gormeh sabzi. Portions are huge so even though the price is a bit high, it's worth it since leftovers last a while. I also liked the variety of rice options! They're tasty, feel healthier than usual, and make the meal more interesting. Service was amazing and very attentive. Definitely worth checking out. read more