My friends and I had an amazing experience here. When we sat down, one friend explained that she was gluten free, vegan and couldn't have garlic. Albert didn't bat an eye lash and assured her that he would make a special meal for her. Then he turned to the other 3 at our table and asked if we would like him to prepare a special meal for us to enable us to share plates and experience a variety of meats and sides. We ended up with an amazing spread of meats, stews, several rice dishes, salad and vegetables and took home enough food for at least 3 meals. And the special dinner for our friend on the restricted diet was indeed delicious and truly a feast. Our total bill including wine and tax and tip came to about $40 pp. Given the quality and abundance of food and the amazing service, this was a very reasonable price. My friends and I highly recommend this place. read more

Came here right when they opened and we were actually the first ones to dine in! The place was super clean and there was plenty of seating, which was nice. Even though it was early, I noticed a ton of pickup orders coming through--always a good sign that locals love the food. I ordered the chicken and beef koobideh and really enjoyed it. The chicken was dark meat (which the server kindly asked about--great service there!), and it was juicy and flavorful. My husband got the trout fish meal, but he was a bit surprised--he expected a fillet and got it with skin and bones instead. Just something to note if you're not into that. The only thing that caught us off guard was the eggplant borani. When the server said it "comes with bread," we assumed it was complimentary, but it turned out to be a charged appetizer. That was on us for not clarifying, but a heads-up would have been helpful. Overall, solid food and service--just watch out for the add-ons! read more

Shamshiri Restaurant - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Northridge, California

Shamshiri, meaning sword or a type of Persian black tea, is in a typical, unassuming Socal stripmall. Nothing fancy and down to earth as is the food which takes its cues from the standard Persian repertoire, but done through a humble homemade filter. The portions are extremely large here to show hospitality. You will never leave hungry here. There is more than enough to take home for another lunch to save from cooking another meal. 0) On the House: Large Plate of salad of crisp, chilled iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber with a nondescript creamy, tart dressing. Pita bread basket. 1) Tahdig: Almost all rice based cultures covet the crispy, crunchy rice found at the bottom of the flamed cooking pot. Basically, to recreate this crunchy rice on a large scale, Tahdig is now fried Basmati rice. You can opt to order thickened stews to put on top of the Tadig. I ordered two that came in good sized bowls for 50 cents each...Such a deal!!! 1a) Fesenjan: A mostly sweet and bit sour thickened stew of mostly pomegranate syrup, ground walnuts, often chicken. Pomegranate symbolizes fertility, rebirth and life in Persian culture, 1b) Ghormeh Sabzi: Less viscous stew made from Sabzi which is any kind of green vegetables but, in this case, spinach, kidney beans, dried limes, and bit of beef. 2) Joojeh Kabab: Cut up pieces of bone in Cornish Game Hen seemingly marinated in yogurt so even the usually dry breast meat is moist, firm yet soft. Bravo! I just wish that some garlic, thyme, oregano, Za'atar, etc. would also have been mixed into the marinade for more complex flavours. Dry, nutty Basmati rice is the default, but I wanted to try their Shirin Polo which is a sweet, orange flavoured Basmati with candied orange zest, and generous amount of Pistachio nuts. I thought it would have been analogous to Canard à l'Orange or French Orange Duck. In their attempt to show home style generosity, the sweet, orange flavour was amped up to the point it became almost a dessert. A more subtle Shirin Polo would have made it a more sophisticated dish. Iranian Black Iced Tea: A richer, slightly stronger tasting tea than the standard wussy Lipton style orange pekoe tea. What lacked in awareness of the higher Persian cuisine, 3+ stars, was made up for by the inexpensive prices and the sheer volume of acceptable food presented. Service is fast, efficient if not particularly warm and personable. 4- stars PS Come for lunch when many of the items are discounted. read more

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This place has been around forever but this was my first time trying it and I was not disappointed. I stopped by for dinner with my parents who have been coming here for over 30 years. Kinda bummed they didn't bring me sooner! It is by no means a fancy restaurant but the food is incredible. Persian restaurants are known for their generous portions but man, this place really gives you a lot. Everything was extremely flavorful, tender, and moist. Highly recommend if you're looking for some bomb Persian food! read more

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I have been going to Shamshiri in Nortridge for decades, to savor their mouthwatering Persian selections. My favorites are their kabobs and different modifications (think sour berries) of generous amounts of basmati rice that accompany their entrees. The Mast O' Mooseer (yoghurt with shallots) is another of my must haves. Generally, I always get the koobideh kabob to go, but this time, I was in the mood to sit down and have some chunks of meat. I chose the Shish Kabob, which is advertised as grilled filet mignon pieces. The restaurant prepares it medium well and past experience revealed it to be dry and tough. So I asked for it medium rare, for the first time. The dish that came to my table had marvelous optics. The beef was well charred, had an intoxicating aroma and well distributed coloring amongst the seven generous pieces. But there were a few problems. For one, I could not comfortably cut into the beef without using excess force, and shredding it. I asked for a sharper (steak) knife and was told that was all they had. While the meat was juicy, it was extremely chewy. I even questioned whether it was filet mignon, because it did not look and behave like it. I was told it was. If that was the case, could it have been a bad cut? This substantiates why I am leery about ordering meat pieces. Amongst the other items, the thick creamy yoghurt did not disappoint. Same with the grilled onion and tomato. The saffron rice is always fluffy and abundant. The green salad was crisp and refreshing. Take home message? Looks like I will have to skip the Shish Kabob and stick only with the koobideh, if I am ever in the mood for skewered grilled beef. read more

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I've been coming to Shamshiri Restaurant for over 20 years, and it's still one of my all-time favorite spots. I try and come out with my mom when we get the chance. The food is consistently delicious and comforting, from the juicy koobideh to the fluffy saffron rice and grilled tomatoes, everything is flavorful and made with care. The portions are generous, and the quality has remained solid throughout the years in my opinion. The atmosphere is relaxed, the staff is welcoming, and it's the kind of place that's perfect for both family dinners and casual lunches. It's rare to find a restaurant that holds up for decades, but Shamshiri truly has. If you're craving Persian food done right, this place is a classic. read more

Shamshiri Restaurant - chicken koobideh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Northridge, California

The owner is always there. He's a hunter. He's was a friend of my father's and one of the kindest humans ever. My father has left this world but every time I come here I remember him loving this place. His favorite was the lamb shank. He would usually order two portions. One to take home. The grilled fish is excellent. Kabobs are of the highest quality. If you haven't been definitely try their lunch specials. The staff are very polite and servings are large. The smells are always delicious. read more

This place never fails to disappoint. Again got cold pre-cooked food. Cold soup. Shifty service and typical Ding songs either chatting or hiding. Was driving by and stepped in. What a mistake. read more

Just adding menu photos. I didn't know they have lunch specials but it only comes with 1 koobideh so regular chicken koobideh for $18.95 is a pretty good deal since it comes with 2 skewers and lotsa rice. For me 1 order is 3 meals already because of the huge portion which also comes with grilled tomato and onions and a couple of naan pita bread, butter and sumac seasoning and extra onion. Service is quick and fast as we always order over the phone and by the time we get there it's ready(we're a couple of blocks away) Their combo beef and chicken koobideh is the best. It's not Raffi's place but it will do. You can also dine in as there's plenty of tables inside, it's casual and plenty of free parking read more

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After 2 yrs decided to try again yesterday- ordered pick up. Things could not have gotten worse but they did! First: Presentation - Soltani $32.99: food did not 'look' inviting or have any aroma- I should have taken photos - the kabobs were laid on top of each other with no attempt to make an impression. The filet mignon showed no signs of having been char grilled and the pieces were not in any way uniform in thickness or size. The koobideh skewer was a rubbery piece of meat - very ugly and also lacking signs of char grilling. These 2 pieces might have been just cooked in an oven. Second: Taste (or rather LACK OF FLAVOR) Soltani should be a skewer of marinated filet mignon and a skewer of beef koobideh, char grilled. Both lacked any flavor A miserable compilation of disppointment in what could have been a truly remarkable meal. I feel such disgust for this business. We're heading back to Ali Baba where we've eaten hundreds of this meal and have never been disappointed! read more

This place is a family favorite. Their portions are huge and their flavor is 10/10. My uncle loves to eat here when they visit the valley. I, now live 5 minutes away. So when we had fall the family over we were able to order catering trays over the phone. Everything was ready in 30minutes. I let them know that my family usually orders the Shamshiri Plate and if they could make some catering trays for 15 people - he estimated the amounts and give me a quote over the phone. Service was quick and easy - they have never disappointed us and will continue to be one of our fave meals. It can be expensive but each plate can feed two people so it is not as expensive as it seems. Give this Valley classic a try! read more

This is a Persian Restaurant in Northridge. It has some authentic Persian flavors but I can't say that I loved it. There are plenty of indoor seating and they have a table upfront where they put together the to-go orders. Not sure why they put it up front instead of to the side. Our server was friendly and gave recommendations on what to order and what combinations to eat together. I've eaten at other Persian restaurants and I really wanted to love it. The food was okay but not the best I've had. The salad was okay. The Dolmeh were good, better than I've had at other restaurants. We got the combo chicken and shish kebab and shared it. The chunks of filet mignon were slightly overcooked. The chicken was juicy though. I liked the colorful basmati rice but it could have been more flavorful. We had a side of Gheymeh Bademjon since we like eggplant but it wasn't as good as we expected. The sauce was good and we drizzled it over the basmati rice. The Persian ice cream wasn't as good as we were expecting either. I loved the hot Persian Tea!! read more

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Since from the late 80's we've been coming here and the food was always consistently good. Normally, I order to-go to enjoy and share the huge portions with my family. There's nothing fancy but plain old great food. It's my go-to when I lived in the valley. read more

Delicious food and huge portions! The restaurant is very spacious, so my party of 3 was seated instantly around lunch time. I ordered the Beef Koobideh, which came with 2 huge pieces of beef and an even larger serving of rice! There was also complimentary salad and pita, so I definitely took part of my food to-go. read more

Shamshiri Restaurant - Beef Koobideh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Northridge, California

Unfortunately, not what I expected. Having been practically raised with shamshiri in Westwood, this really put a somewhat of a bad name to them. I ordered to go but aye in my car. Here is why the 3 stars: 1. Chicken kubideh wad dryyyyyyy. 2 beef kubideh was ok. Nothing to brag about 3 salmon kabob was ok. Nothing to brag about when it came to flavor. 4. They give you roughly about 2 pounds of rice with each plate. Not sure if they were appointing us to feed the hungry? $22 to $25 per plate. I didn't see it being worth it. Perhaps you might want to give them a try. I certainly will not come back. The lady in the front was nice read more

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I've been coming to this restaurant for over 10 years now! Food is always fresh and delicious. We ordered our company holiday lunch and they happily catered! Even made suggestions for the vegetarians in our group! We opted for a mix of chicken koobideh, beef koobideh, soltani, chicken breast and dark meat as well! We had regular basmati rice and got the zareshk polo for us Barberrie lovers! Must o khiar is always a must and well, great feedback from our crowd overall!! Just an fyi Catering portions were huge! Party of 15 easily fed 20+ read more

Shamshiri Restaurant - Chicken barg or at least what's left of it!! - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Northridge, California

Love this place. I have been coming here since I was a little girl. Everything is always great. I especially love the lemon yogurt dressing. I literally want to drink it! Everyone who works their is super nice and accommodating. Never had a bad experience and have been coming here for 30+ years. read more

The service is always great, delicious food, and great customer service. As of now, which has been for years, my only favorite location to eat Persian food. As for food, I go there just for their Chicken Barb as shown on the picture. Sometimes when I'm undecided, I always get asked whether I prefer white or dark meat (chicken Kabob). Nice location, plenty of parking. Ambiance in the restaurant is simple and casual. A local mom and pop restaurant. read more

Shamshiri Restaurant - Chicken Barb (flat chicken juicy breast) - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Northridge, California

We have been going to Shamshiri on Roscoe and Tampa since the 80's when we moved to Reseda. Same ownership and still rocking their Kabobs and service. Albert always helps us out, my apologies if I got his name wrong. Very quick and huge huge portion of food, if your not huge eater 2 people can share a combo plate. Their salmon, chicken, and koobideh beef is awesome and phenomenal. I always recommend if your eating Mediterranean to dine in, once taken home and it cool down it tends to lose its hot steamy spices and juices. Bon apeptit! read more

Always a great time at Shamshiri! We stopped in for lunch and had such a good experience. The food was delicious, and they had great lunch options that were perfect for both adults and kids. The service is always wonderful--friendly, fast, and welcoming. Everything tasted fresh, and we left full and happy. Definitely one of our go-to spots for a solid meal and good vibes. read more

The best comfort food is the Persian food. When you don't know what to eat then with no doubt you can eat Persian food. I called Shamshiri and placed my order and I showed up in 20 min to pickup my order. The food is so delicious and tasty and the service was pretty fast or take out orders. The restaurant has been in existence for quite some time, the decor and interior might not be as modern or updated as newer establishments, but they still have customers. read more

Shamshiri Restaurant - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Northridge, California

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Always such a great restaurant to order for our family dinners. We order family style and they put everything together in tray. Easy to order, easy to pick up and food always hits to spot. Order the shish kabob (filet), beef koobideh (ground beef) and the Cornish hen. They give good portions and with the catering they give pita and grilled tomato. Staff is always super friendly. read more

Shamshiri Restaurant - Family style Shish Kabob, Beef Koobideh, Cornish chicken - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Northridge, California

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Recently went back to Shamshiri with about 20 people. Albert greeted us, he tookour order's and served us. Everything was perfect. He's always pleasant and give great recommendations. Everyone loved the food and they of this wonderful place. Looking forward to having another big party at Shamshiri read more

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This place is hidden on Tampa and it's so good. Friendly staff, great service and delicious food. read more

Shamshiri Restaurant - Ghormeh Sabzi, soup and Persian tea - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Northridge, California

I grew up eating here & it's still as amazing. Even through the delivery apps it's as tasty and fresh. Nothing like their beef soltani / shamshiri and chicken barg! True persian cuisine with great portions!! read more

This was my first time trying this place and Albert was the most welcoming server I've ever came across. The food was also very flavorful and authentic, will definitely be coming back !! read more

Shamshiri Restaurant - Koobideh Combo Koobideh Combo - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Northridge, California

I haven't been here since pre Covid or even longer because the consistent meat taste was loosing its touch. Today I went back for lunch and I am very pleased that the Shamshiri dinner portion tastes good and is worth your money. Remind you that this ia not the BEST but it's pretty darn good. You got me back and my friends. Pleasant experience and service. read more

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2nd time I've been here. The 1st I came was Friday to bring my friend for her Birthday. My Dentist & my friend recommended this place to me. This place DID NOT DISAPPOINT!! The FOOD IS AMAZING AND PLENTIFUL!! The SERVICE IS FRIENDLY AND OUTSTANDING!!! The DOOD is so DELICIOUS that today's Tuesday & I had to bring my son, Vincent, here to get food too YUMM read more

Been going here since I was little and we love it! One of our favorite Persian restaurants. Everything is so good and specially their boneless chicken kabobs! read more

Shamshiri Restaurant - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Northridge, California

I visited Shamshiri with a group of friends, and we ordered hummus and a pitcher of dough. I personally had the shamshiri. Parking is fairly easy, and the staff are patient especially in explaining the menu items. They haven't served Sabzi here since COVID; the hummus and dough though were delicious! I'm considering stopping by just to order a quick snack or simple brunch. The shamshiri came with barg and koobideh, and it should have came with vegetables and a roasted tomato. Whether the barg or koobideh, I found them both to be noticeably dry, a little tough to eat. Flavor wise, though, I think they felt "reserved" - not bland but not seasoned to their full potential. The rice, bread were tasty, and I enjoyed the tomato. I wish there were more vegetables - a roasted pepper or roasted onion, but definitely not a dealbreaker. read more

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Worst persian food if you just want rice maybe is ok although they can't even make persian rice i ordered beef kebab I true all in trash never again this is true garbage read more

Wow wow wow !!!! if you're looking for authentic Persian food should only come here .... I found this restaurant on yelp. Came to pick up food and let me tell you. It was absolutely delicious. The restaurant was full of people was very welcoming when I walked inside . Very nice people can't wait to come back here. read more

Shamshiri Restaurant - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Northridge, California

The food is consistently yummy, with the portions being very generous. Overall, the service is very good. The ambience is somewhat basic, and the atmosphere tends to be somewhat loud, making it hard to hear the people at your table. read more

Shamshiri Restaurant - CHICKEN SHAMSHIRI - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Northridge, California

Shamshiri is our Persian Food go to in the valley. Their Kabab Koobideh with basmati rice is delicious. This restaurant is spacious and clean. The Service staff are very attentive and friendly. Limited parking lot but plenty of street parking. read more

Was looking for lamb shank and lubia polo, we were not disappointed! Service was great any thing we needed was quickly served. This will be a regular stop for me going forward. I would recomend anyone to have a well served meal here. Thank you, so much Albert! Ed- read more

Consistently excellent cuisine, Mediterranean cuisine ranks first in the valley. I visit nearly every week, and the outstanding customer service is exceptional. read more

Well I was craving some really delicious koobideh and I brought my husband to this Shamshiri location, I had only been to the one in Westwood and Encino when open. So I figured the quality would be guaranteed. Not so much. So I am pretty familiar with Persian cuisine and so I ordered a few more of my favorites to go. Like the gormet zabzehi, rashte soup. Btw I may not spell the name right but I def know what the dishes are and how they're suppose to taste when made fresh. The koobideh didn't taste fresh nor did the seasoning pop with flavor. Upon arriving to my home the meat smelled like fart. I kept hiccuping that taste in and I totally got sick from the koobideh. My husband ate my leftovers and very soon found out why I only took a few bites in the restaurant and when I got home I hit the bathroom.asap! I will not return, however the waiter was very nice and the entire restaurant needs a cleaning there is dust everywhere. Looks are deceiving when you look at food but the layer of dust that my finger lifted off of my table and all around me including the dead tree plant that you can see has been dragged around based on the dirt on the floor that trails it. You see all these people standing by the register, how about get a duster and do something! read more

Shamshiri Restaurant - Kooobideh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Northridge, California

The Best Restaurant in All of San Fernando. Albert is the waiter that took care of me and my family.He was the best Waiter I have ever had serve me. I go out to dinner many times many places. The service we received from Albert made me feel like I was part of his family. Thank you Albert.! I so appreciate you making us all feel so respected and valued. You truly made our dinner experience as wonderful as the flavor of the delicious food. Sincerely Linda Stevens. I highly recommend Shamshiri and Albert. read more

Shamshiri Restaurant - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Northridge, California

We've been coming to Shamshiri Restaurant for over 20 years, and in all that time, they've never once let us down. The food is rich, flavorful, and filling, with generous portions and consistently high quality. If you're looking for an authentic and satisfying Iranian dining experience, this is the place to be. We usually come for a full dinner, and our meal always begins with tahdig with fesenjan--crispy rice topped with a luscious walnut stew. It's an absolute must-try, but keep in mind that tahdig can sell out quickly. We always call ahead to make sure it's available. For entrées, we love the Shamshiri Combo, which gives you the best of both worlds: Barg (a tender filet mignon skewer) and Koobideh (spiced ground beef). Their chicken dishes are just as incredible--the Chicken Barg and Joojeh Kabob are always juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor. On select days, they also serve Baghali Polo with lamb shank, a dish we absolutely love for its rich, herb-infused rice and flavorful gravy. To round out the meal, we enjoy Persian tea served with actual sugar cubes--a simple but wonderful touch. Beyond the amazing food, the service is exceptional, thanks in large part to Albert. He's been taking care of us for years, always remembering our usual order and ensuring that our food is served family-style and packed up just the way we like it. Since we've been regulars for so long, we always call ahead to make sure Shamshiri has everything we need for a perfect dinner--Albert, our tahdig, and sometimes even the Baghali Polo. This place has kept us happy for decades, and we look forward to many more meals to come! read more

My wife loves the lamb shanks here, which are only available on certain days. I love the kebabs and their rice is amazing. Delicious Persian food service by a friendly staff. read more