Roanna Lloyd
Well I'm not even sure where to start.... Firstly we were greeted with such beauty and kindness, we were seated and then the most gorgeous food arrived at our table. The food was cooked to perfection, absolutely gorgeous flavours and great quality. The rice was the most delicious rice we'd ever tasted. It was a calm warm atmosphere with a cute little canary singing to us whilst we enjoyed our starter and 3 mains. After our meal we had a pot of cardamon tea, which again was absolutely spot on, a little tea light candle underneath to keep it hot. The service was lovely, the staff treat you like family, they welcome you with open arms and they see you out with hugs and hand shakes. Smiles all around. This will definitely be our go to place for many dinner dates to come. Thank you so much for a splendid evening.
Aleksandra Ociepa
Recommend!
Very nice restaurant, delicious food, staff very kind and helpful.
I’ll come back ☺️
Augustinas M
Something really unique and worth trying out!
The service, food and atmosphere is top notch! Definitely coming again
Local Guide
For an exceptional Persian dining experience, this establishment is a must-visit. Indulge in delectable dishes, enjoy the warm hospitality of the staff, and savor the impeccable service. Don't miss the chance to treat yourself to an authentic culinary delight if you're in the area.
Jason T
One of the best restaurants in Middlesbrough. The food and service is excellent. You can bring your own alcohol for a small corkage charge. The mixed kebab is the best thing on the menu.
Julie Allport
The food is amazing. They don't sell alcohol but there is no problem bringing your own or calling to the shop on there corner. Have told friends . Wi definitely be back.
Kourosh Eshraghi
Really enjoyed this place, quality food, very nice and welcoming staff, highly recommend.
Ken Sherwood
Delicious menu options. Food service quick attentive and nicely presented.
A chance to enjoy a different cuisine in Middlesbrough always welcome. Highly recommended.
Delivery options also available
Payman Parseyan
I used to co-own one of Canada’s highest rated Persian restaurants so I’d like to leave a review from that point of view:
The atmosphere is very lovely. The staff were quick to greet us and have us seated right away. They were very professional and overly accommodating to my non-Persian co-worker that was out with me.
As for starters, we tried the must-o-khiar, must-o-mosir, kashke bademjan, mirza ghassemi, the tabouleh, the fattoush, and the bread. The starters were well above average but like most times, there is room for improvement there. The Mirza ghassemi was the best one for sure. It tasted very close to the Mirza Ghassemis of Shomal. The bread was phenomenal - likely the best I’ve had at a persian restaurant (outside of Iran and the LA area).
We had the “platter for four” meal - which included minced lamb Kabab, Barg, chicken breast, baby chicken, and lamb shanks. The kababs were fantastic. Super tender, real ingredients, and most importantly, they were properly cooked. Many persian restaurants over/undercook kababs; this one does not - the chef is on point here.
As for rice, we had the baghali polo and the zereshk polo. Both were fantastic. They made these using real saffron rice and cooked the rice properly - not over-cooked like many places. We tried it with butter on some and without on the other, and it was great either way. While it is common for Persian restaurants to leave butter on the side of rice, many cook it with too much butter/oil to begin with - they did not.
The staff are really easy going and friendly. The interior of the restaurant gave me goosebumps. The artwork in this restaurant belongs to a person who appreciates real Persian history and art. It is incredible and reassuring to see this wonderful taste of decor in a truly Persian restaurant.
Normally, I’d review the prices as well, however, I’m not from the area and this isn’t really a fair assessment; however, as a western Canadian, the prices were far below what we would pay for these meals at home. I’ll be a regular to this place when I’m in the area.
Amr Amin
Very good food . and the staff were very nice 👍👍
Iain Veitch
Didn't realise you had to bring your own alcoholic drinks. Fortunately wine bay 3 mins walk.
Fantastic food, great prices definitely go back
Karen Price
Food really good and good value for money. The Persian tea is lovely too would highly recommend
yahiya siddiqui
Perfect place to dine-in for a quality and tasty food in MBR, Decent Kababs, Juicy red sauce chicken in the pic( a must try), hummus ,naan overall a satisfying experience. Dont forget to try their saffron Tea
Isaac Jacques
This place is great I have never had Persian food before I was very impressed with the lamb shank and the tea was absolutely beautiful. Staff were helpful too
Arshad Jillani
They’ve some good variety of food and a very decent dining area.
Costel Dutuc
This is one off the Best Kebab eated.
Very nice and friendly staff.
We didn't have a booking on a Saturday night,but they found a table for us.Thank you
Catherine and Daniel
Absolutely incredible Persian food here that lives up its plaudits. We enjoyed the amazing aubergine dip and Olivieh salad with the lightest of breads, plus some falafel. Then the fesijan stew which was a really unique flavour, plus grilled sea bass and some kebab skewers. Can’t wait to try more of this delicious cuisine
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