The owner is always there. He's a hunter. He's was a friend of my father's and one of the kindest…read morehumans 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.

I have been going to Shamshiri in Nortridge for decades, to savor their mouthwatering Persian…read moreselections. 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.

Found this spot on Yelp and with these ratings, I just had to try it. The place did live up to my…read moreexpectations. We ordered the meat combo plate, which came with beef lula kabob as well as chicken kabob and beef kabob pieces. The plate also came with hummus and because I came with my daughter and she demanded fries, I replaced the included basmati rice for freshly made fries. In addition, we decided to order a side of baba ganoush, which was very flavorful and just so worth it. The meats were outstanding. Both, chicken and beef kabob pieces were nicely marinated, perfectly grilled and delicious. The beef lula kabob really stood out to me and it's one of the better ones I've had in LA -- very juicy, well marinated ground beef and they cooked it so the juices are trapped inside the lula and they only get released after you bite into it. What I got was a perfect bite every time and those delicious beef juices made my taste buds say Yaaaaay and nourished my soul. Overall, a very good meal at a good price and it had my wife and daughter satisfied. The spot is located on a medium-size plaza with many parking spots. The inside is clean and has about 8 tables for dining in. The service was good and friendly. A worthy local place for a quick, delicious Mediterranean food. Will come back again!

Yummy! I really enjoyed my experience here, it's been a while since I've had good kabobs! I tried…read morethe two kabob combo, beef barg, and the fresh squeezed oj and everything was really good. The meats were flavorful without being too salty and the cook was perfect for each. I especially liked the chicken, they do it so right here! The service was very friendly. It's a small restaurant but has ample parking in a shared lot. I will definitely be back.

My boyfriend and I were looking for some Persian restaurants that were open late near us, so we…read moredecided to try Vanak. It's located inside a small plaza and has both indoor and outdoor dining. The place itself is cute and clean. When we arrived, it was empty. We sat and placed our orders and got our food fairly quickly. The food itself was delicious. The meat was very juicy and tender and the rice and salad were good as well. The only issue we had is the service. The owner was running around being the host and chef it seemed. He forgot things we ordered and then we had to wait forever to get our check. I don't know if the service is always like this but, they definitely need to hire more people to help. The food was really good so I'd be willing to give them another shot!

We were craving for Persian breakfast. Since we always go to this place, we decided to have a…read moregathering of 8 people for breakfast. They start at 9 am, so we were there at 9. Six people in our group ordered kale pache, three portion,based on the owner's recommendation, three portions were more than enough for six people, and he was right. Two of us ordered Persian omelet, which was amazingly delicious. The owner and staff are very friendly and helpful. They refilled the Persian bread, sangak, and tea nonstop. At the end, the owner gave us complimentary coffee and fruit from his own backyard. This place is good for groups, and they remodeled the store recently. There is an outdoor sitting area and plenty of spots inside of the store. Also if you are big group, just call them and reserve you spot for peace of mind. Just keep in mind that Persian food preparation takes time, so you can order earlier by phone or wait at the store. Definitely recommend this place to give it a try.

Great place for Persian food. Some of the best koobideh I've had in the valley and for a price that…read morecan not be beat. Their plates are huge and usually come with free sagnak bread. There are plenty of options to choose from between Persian and Mexican food, I have mainly tried their Persian food but Mexican looks good as well. The staff is always super friendly and accommodating. It is located inside the Jon's market near the bakery. Plenty of seating.

Persian food cafeteria style…read more International Market Grill is located inside of Jon's Marketplace Van Nuys; they have a second location at Jon's in Torrance. It's mainly a fast casual takeaway spot but seating is available inside if you wish to eat there. Impressive section of Persian style stews, appetizers, salads, rice and grilled meats. Kabobs are made to order and take about 10 to 15mins depending on how busy they are. Family style meals and Catering are super affordable. Freshly made Sangak flatbread are made there. Staff are so helpful and friendly!

Absolutely delicious. Their chicken is definitely a surprise hit that tasted great and was juicy…read more Saved an extra chicken shawarma for a later lunch 2 days after and it was still pretty amazing and juicy after reheating it. I will be making future visits here to try more of their menu

Really enjoyed my take out. We ordered this for dinner - lahmajun, chicken shawarma wrap and some…read morecheese sticks and everything was superb. Very generous amount of chicken in the wrap and they even added extra cheesy pastries. The lahmajun was big for a very affordable price. I love how simple but flavor everything is. Service is fast. Would order here again for dinner. It was superb and very affordable!

Easily Top 3 when it comes to authentic persian flavors and authentic kabob!…read more a chicken and beef kabob usually goes for $15-28 depending on the spot for $20 is a reasonable price for the amount of food you are getting the ambience of the restaurant truly gives it a very authentic experience. 10/10 I will be a regular. the restaurant is run by an older gentleman so food took about 15-20 minutes but it was worth the wait. would go here again.

Very rude owner,very poor service,!!! Do NOT waist your…read moremoney in this place, The owner is about to fight with you as soon as you walk in,!!!! You clearly can see his rude attitude..!!!! Also the food is NOT fresh at all, you can easily tell, It will be your horrible experience if you go to this place, And he charges you very over priced,!!!! I wouldn't spend a dime here again,

One of the best grilled Kabobs kobideh, in southern CA, I love it but unfortunately you guys moved,…read moreplease let me know new location. Thank you

Drove to this dump twice to give it a go but no one there at 12 peak of lunch time. Wasted my time…read more Not again. Had a sign "be back in 90 minutes." You kidding?

Great service Delicious food…read more Friendly staff. They do catering and have music on Saturdays

My sister called me, "You have to try POM Grill. It's the best restaurant I've ever been to!" I…read morewent to Pom today and after my first bite, I knew she was right. Everything I ate was fresh and tasted amazing. Leila and her husband, the owners of the restaurant, were so kind, welcoming, caring, and generous. You can tell they really love what they do! Thank you! POM Grill is one of the best restaurants I've ever been to. I loved it so much that I'm going back until I've tried every single thing on the menu. My sister just called me! She invited the whole family to Pom Grill today!

I live in OC, but anytime I'm in the Valley, I never miss a stop at Shemroon Kabab. Hands down some…read moreof the best Persian food around. The kabab koobideh is incredibly juicy, and the kabab soltani is perfectly cooked every time. I've honestly never seen another spot with such a wide variety of authentic Persian dishes. If you're heading to Valley Produce, make sure you swing by and try the kashkeh bademjan, mast-o-musir, and the creamy, sweet sholeh zard. Don't miss it!

I recently had an amazing experience with LAshemroon Kabab, and I felt it absolutely deserves a…read moregreat review. The quality of the food is top-notch--everything tastes fresh, well-seasoned, and clearly made with care and attention. What really makes this place stand out is how they treat their customers. The staff is incredibly nice, respectful, and welcoming. You can tell they truly value their customers and always try to provide the best possible service. Another highlight for me was their packaging. The presentation is clean, stylish, and very well put together. It's clear that they pay attention not just to the food, but to the entire experience from start to finish. They also offer some great extras that make a big difference, like complimentary salad and drinks, which is a really generous touch and shows how much they care about customer satisfaction. All in all, LAshemroon Kabab delivers an excellent combination of delicious food, outstanding service, and thoughtful details. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a great dining experience!

This meal was so life-changing I had to hop back on yelp to tell everyone. Firstly, the interior is…read morewell-decorated and spacious and the ambiance is excellent and our server said that the menu is part Persian inspired. Most importantly, the food was the greatest ever. My family would have been fine with just the baba ganoush and roasted eggplant-- it was hearty and creamy and garlicky, everything I have ever wanted in a dish. But of course, we ordered the super combo due to our hubris and paid the price (we took a bunch of boxes). They are not kidding when they say the Super Combo feeds 4-5, they must be talking about 4-5 men in their early 20s because it was way too much for us. Assuming you eat all the salad and rice and the bed if bread the meat is served on, I can imagine this feeding more than 5 people. It is truly the most value item on the menu, should you have the personnel to take it on. Highly recommended for anyone who likes mediterranean food! Try the baba ganoush and roasted eggplant!!

I order from Lemon Zest at least twice a week for lunch, and they never disappoint. Whether I get…read moreone of their plates or a wrap, the food is always fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. The BBQ plate is outstanding--the meat is perfectly seasoned, incredibly juicy, and packed with flavor in every bite. You can tell they take pride in the quality of their food. Their wraps are just as impressive. They're loaded with ingredients, bursting with flavor, and the portions are huge. One wrap is more than enough to leave you full and satisfied. Consistently great food, generous portions, and excellent quality keep me coming back week after week. Lemon Zest has easily become one of my favorite lunch spots. Highly recommended!