Ayvana absolutely exceeded every expectation. From the very beginning, the experience was exceptional. Alisha was so kind and professional over the phone and thoughtfully advised us to make a reservation ahead of time if we wanted a booth -- such a helpful touch that already set the tone. The moment we walked in, we were immediately impressed by the atmosphere. The restaurant is absolutely beautiful -- spacious, elegant, and incredibly clean. The lighting created such a warm and inviting ambiance that made the entire experience feel cozy yet upscale. Everything felt thoughtfully designed and comfortable. And I have to mention something people often overlook: the bathrooms were spotless. Clean restrooms say a lot about a restaurant, and Ayvana clearly pays attention to every detail. When we arrived, Aila brought our drinks and was incredibly sweet and genuine. Then came our server, Neda... and WOW. She was absolutely outstanding. From her warm smile and wonderful tableside manner to her attentiveness and service, she made the entire evening feel special. You can truly tell when someone loves what they do. And now... THE FOOD. OMG. The beautifully presented mast o khiar (which sadly I didn't get to photograph) was delicious and so thoughtfully prepared. The barley soup was warm, comforting, and full of flavor. Then came the Chelo Kabab Barg... and I can honestly say it was one of the softest, most flavorful, and best-marinated barg kebabs I have ever had. Perfectly cooked and absolutely phenomenal. And just when I thought the experience couldn't get any better, we ended with tea and warm bamieh. WARM bamieh!! I had never had bamieh served warm before and now I'm wondering where this idea has been all my life. Absolute genius. Amazing food, beautiful ambiance, exceptional service, and attention to detail from beginning to end. Ayvana has officially earned a return customer. Highly, highly recommend. read more

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Amazing classy modern Persian food With the great design in atmosphere With a lot of specialties in Persian food read more

I'm not sure how I found this place, maybe through TikTok or Yelp but I saw some nice videos and the kebabs looked great, so I was excited to dine here tonight with my partner. The server was very kind and the restaurant itself looked beautiful. We ordered tahdig at the beginning, but it wasn't fresh at all, so we had to send it back. They offered to let us keep the khoresht, but unfortunately that wasn't good either and it was cold. We then ordered chicken kebab and koobideh with zereshk polo and plain rice. The chicken kebab wasn't anything special and the koobideh was average. Overall, the experience was not what we expected at all. Will I go back to this place again in the future? Definitely not. read more

Had the most amazing time enjoying Persian food that tasted even better and fresher than homemade food. Neda was super sweet. She welcomed us so kindly. Will definitely go back again. read more

Ayvana - Salmon And Bronzino - Persian/Iranian Near Me - San Fernando Valley, California

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Amazing fresh ingredients. Amazing service, great atmosphere. I've already recommended it to friends and family. Coming from a restaurant background, you're missing out if you're not going!!! read more

My husband and I came with my sister in law and her husband to Ayvana and we are completely and utterly blown away by the quality of each dish, how delicious and well made they are, and above all, how amazing staff was! The servers were so sweet and brought our food out very timely. Everything we ate was perfectly cooked and tasted very delicious. Next time, when it's not so hot out, I'll go back to try their Ash Reshteh as it looks so appetizing! I highly recommend trying it here! It's a sister restaurant to their very popular Ali Baba. You won't regret it! read more

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Walked in for lunch loved the food and the amazing service by Alia. Will definitely be going back. They also did a great job with the decor. Must try read more

Everything here was amazing ... service to quality of food and the atmosphere was great.. the meats are very tender and juicy. Had the dish of mushrooms.. wow one of the best I have eaten.. our server was so polite and friendly.. (sorry couple get her name- she had her hair braided and was wearing glasses ) love their rice's specially the dates rice. Good luck to you and your staff Chef Mighafarri will definitely be back .. read more

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Beautiful new Persian restaurant in the Valley! My family decided to try out Ayvana over the weekend and really enjoyed it. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. Our server was Neda and she was very friendly and attentive. The kabob koobideh was juicy, tasty and cooked to perfection. I personally like the kabob barg best, the meat was very tender. We also tried a couple of appetizers...the tahdig topped with stew and the halim bademjan, all were excellent. I also loved the design and decor of the restaurant. The dark green and gold tones used throughout and beautiful lighting fixtures made you feel like you stepped inside a glamorous speakeasy bar or upscale lounge. The only reason I took off 1 star is because I was extremely put off by another guest who was allowed to bring their small dog inside the restaurant while they dined. And no, this definitely wasn't a service animal. I understand this may be an unpopular opinion, but I don't think pets should be allowed inside the dining area. read more

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This is a newer ish restaurant and we were so surprised by how good the food and the ambiance especially the services. Inside is beautifully decorated and also have outdoor seating, they also have a big area for private events looks very nice even the bathroom is super nice. Highly recommend it. read more

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Let me start off by saying this place was one of the most beautiful Persian restaurants I've ever been to. The decor was very pretty and different from other Persian restaurants I've been to. Our waitress was very nice but she seemed like she was the only one working so it was hard for her to be as attentive as we would have liked. I had to flag her down for a refill of water a few times. Again not a knock on her, she needed help. What seemed to be the owner was there celebrating a birthday and it was weird because he took it upon himself to grab whatever he wanted out of the bar and kitchen but didn't seem to care to be attentive to anyone else but his own needs. As for the food. I'm going to be honest, I'm Persian so I have a higher standard and expectation when it comes to Persian food but the beef kabob was very flavorless and the barg tasted gamey. The tahdig Fesenjān was good but it was so hard it was as if you were biting into a rock. Wasn't very pleasant read more

Absolutely delicious!! I've tried many Persian restaurants and believe me this restaurant does not disappoint. read more

I finally decided to have dinner here with my wife on a Monday night after passing by this restaurant multiple times. I arrived at around 5pm to find no one else dining in the restaurant. It was kind of nice since we had the restaurant to ourselves. The interior is designed very nicely and feels like a true fine dining restaurant. We were immediately greeted by our server Neda, who was very friendly and attentive. She sat us right away and took care of us throughout our visit. The menu was very straightforward so it did not take long for us to order. We decided to go with a burrata salad, fesenjoon and the ayvana special. We were provided with bread and butter right after we ordered, but I was disappointed to find that the bread was just some cold store-bought lavash. A fine dining restaurant like this should have warm and fresh bread. It is a big part of the experience when dining at a Persian restaurant. The salad came out pretty quickly and tasted good, but the portion was very small for $18. There was just one small piece of burrata and very little tomatoes. The main courses arrived pretty quickly. The fesenjoon had good flavor and was more on the sour side. The stew came with chicken. The chicken was good quality and tasted good but you could tell it was added to the stew before serving. They were not cooked together and had different flavors. The portion was again very disappointing for $24. The Ayvana Special Plate was the biggest disappointment, but mainly due to the portion. All three of the meats were very good quality, cooked perfectly, and tasted good. The problem was that the amount was way too little for $60. Also, the grilled bell peppers, onions and tomatoes were not cooked for long enough so they were still kind of hard. You get two plates full of rice, but only one of them came with a small piece of tahdig. There were a couple of instances that did bother me during the visit. One issue that I had was the phone for the restaurant kept going off. It was a very loud landline type tone that rung throughout the whole restaurant. The other issue was that they hired a man to take drone shots of the restaurant that day and he decided to fly it around inside while we were seated. It was pretty ridiculous, however, I did not say anything since the man was just doing his job. The takeaway from this is that the portions and the price are the biggest downside to this place. I really do not think that it is reasonable. I would consider returning if they maintained the quality of the kabob, upped the portion size and/or reduced the prices. read more

Ayvana - Ayvana Special - Persian/Iranian Near Me - San Fernando Valley, California

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Came across this restaurant on yelp and since it was brand new, I decided to try it. Everything was amazing, from food to drinks to service. Thank You to the owner Ali for a great experience. Arda & Vahe read more

I am very grateful for their food, service, and the quality of their meals. They are very kind and welcoming, and they make me feel like I am at home in my hometown. I am truly grateful to Razieh, who works from the bottom of her heart with great passion and positive energy. I also appreciate Dylan and Alissa for being so kind and supportive. I highly recommend this amazing Resturant. read more

Ayvana - Kabbab Khoobideh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - San Fernando Valley, California

The salmon kabob was really good. It was very soft and juicy. Pair that with Ash Reshteh or Barley Soup that come quick in the beginning, both of which were amazing especially in this winter weather. Last time I had the combo koobideh with the beef and chicken kabob which was also very good, especially compared to other kabobs in LA that tend to be dry. If you don't live in the valley like me, it's definitely worth the drive and at a good price. Besides the food, the restaurant is beautiful, perfect for family or dates, with very friendly staff. read more

Ayvana - 37. Salmon - Persian/Iranian Near Me - San Fernando Valley, California

Absolutely phenomenal! Great service, so kind, and the food? Oh man. You are in for a TREAT. This place not only hit the spot but brought the culinary magic. Came here with a friend after a long hike, and boy did we leave happy. And the ambiance? Just outstanding, home run, outta this world. Eat Ayvana, love Ayvana, be Ayvana. read more

I want to start by praising the lovely server. She was attentive and caring and made us feel at home. Atmosphere was plain and simple. Nothing fancy. Perhaps a bit sterile. The food... Kubideh was juicy and tasted ok but I feel I've had better. Shirazi salad tasted like it had been prepared in advance and the onion was a bit strong. With some Shirazis, I drink the dressing...this one I did not care to. We did like the eggplant appetizer. Lavash was (again) good not great. read more

100/10!! Cannot recommend this restaurant enough! We had a private dinner here for about 15 people and the owner was extremely accommodating. The back of the restaurant was closed off for our party and the table was all set and ready with appetizers when we arrived. Their service and quality is top tier. Some of the BEST kebob we have ever had. Extremely tender and juicy. All of the dishes were delicious. Their food presentation and ambiance was also perfection. We will definitely be returning!! read more

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We had our memorial event at Ayvana in Tarzana yesterday. The food, service and ambiance were outstanding. The staff were amazing and attended to our guests professionally and kindly. The setup was done beautifully, and all the guests enjoyed the experience and great food. Thank you for taking such great care of us at a difficult time. read more

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There are many persian restaurants in the valley so I went with what I saw on Yelp and I was not disappointed. The food was delicious, the service was wonderful and the ambiance was awesome. Seeing that we were the only non persian diners in a nearly full dining room was very reassuring. We will definitely be back! read more

Much needed an elegant and high quality restaurant in the Valley...We went there to check the place out and fell in love with the quality of the food, taste and atmosphere of the place. By far it's our favorite Persian restaurant throughout the LA. We highly recommend trying all of their food as you won't be disappointed. We will definitely will be back for more and planing to have our corporate holiday event in there as they have a separate space dedicated for special occasions. read more

Ayvana - Delicious beef Koobideh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - San Fernando Valley, California

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Last night our friends suggested we try this new restaurant and I'm so glad we did! When we walked in we were greeted by their accommodating hostess. The decor is very aesthetic, background music is a vibe, and the menu prices are in line with other local Persian restaurants. We tried their trio appetizer which was great and everyone enjoyed their entrees. The true test of a "good" Persian restaurant's is their beef koobideh & let me tell you, it was delicious and juicy! I will say it's in the top 3 I've had. Also, the shish kabob and chicken kabobs were juicy and melt in your mouth tender. Our server was very attentive and since we had a birthday in our party several staff members along the owner came and sang to him. It was very special! Ayvana is definitely a new fave that I'm going to have drag my husband to the valley for! read more

Ayvana - Homemade tiramisu was very light and tasty. - Persian/Iranian Near Me - San Fernando Valley, California

We had dinner there last night. Inside the restaurant is very cute, beautifully decorated; great ambiance. There is a large room on the side where a private party can be held that can fit probably up to 50people. The service was great. The prices were comparable to the other local Persian restaurants. Our party tried mast o mousir, halim bademjoon, salad Shirazi, lamb chops, soltani and albaloo polo. The quality of the food was excellent, but the koobideh was not very flavorful and the salads/appetizers needed a bit more salt. I think if they could perfect their koobideh a bit more, it would be 10/10. But the barg was amazing, as were the lamb chops. We will be going again. read more

Ayvana - Soltani with half rice half shirazi salad. - Persian/Iranian Near Me - San Fernando Valley, California

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Stopped by to try this place around 5 PM and not even 1 person was in the restaurant. Tried to get a soup to go and the nice lady show me the container and asked for the price and she said $15.00 . The container was very small There are more restaurant with better quality in the Valley with better food and menu . read more

A classy restaurant with excellent food and a fantastic server. The Barg/filet kabob was juicy, very tasty, and was cooked to perfection. The ground beef kabob was tasty and juicy. The rice was high-quality sella basmati rice and well-made. The Ghorme Sabzi/Vegetable Stew tasted and smelled fantastic. I ordered the Pure Eggplant/Kashke Bademjan, which was incredibly delicious. Considering my Persian heritage and my known pickiness when it comes to food, even a good cook like myself was very impressed. This restaurant deserves nothing less than an A+, and I plan to return many times. read more

Ayvana - Ghormeh Sabzi/ Vegetable Stew, Yummy - Persian/Iranian Near Me - San Fernando Valley, California

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I saw that this restaurant recently opened and decided to give it a try. It's gorgeous inside. It's really upscale and beautiful. The service was great - the servers continually checked in on me to make sure I had everything I needed and refilled my tea and water promptly. I ordered the chicken koobideh and it was delicious. It was some of the best Persian food I've ever had. I spoke with the manager Shervin about the restaurant and he was very kind and polite. He told me they had a dining room with TV for special events as well. Overall, great experience and great food. I will be back. read more

Ayvana - Chicken Koobideh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - San Fernando Valley, California

The food was truly amazing! I ordered the combo koobideh, and it was so juicy and full of flavor. The service was great, and the interior was beautifully decorated with a lovely atmosphere. I highly recommend dining here!we will definitely come back read more

Small portions, average food at best... any restaurant in this area provides better value, and much more delicious food. I was really excited to try this but we were all extremely disappointed. read more

Amazing authentic Persian food, beautiful restaurant, and great service. Highly recommend!

Amazing addition to Tarzana. Everything we had was great. Amazing eggplant and great salads. The chicken is really well done.

Great restaurant! The food was amazing and it really is a beautiful place. Service is great and the people there are so nice, something you can't get anywhere else. Would definitely recommend! read more

Food was not tasty and not fresh at all . Service was GREAT . The restaurant is beautiful and nice location. I'll say may be that day wasn't a good day for the chefs ! read more

We ordered for the first time. The food was amazing and fresh. We had the Ghorme Sabzi, they cooked it with fresh herb and no cheap oils. Other restaurants cook their Ghorme with dried herbs and too much oil. Not tasteful. We also ordered Soltani kabob. The rice was delicious and the meat tasty. Enjoy. read more

Ayvana - Soltani - Persian/Iranian Near Me - San Fernando Valley, California

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An exceptional Persian dining experience from start to finish. The rack of lamb and branzino were both outstanding , perfectly cooked, full of authentic flavor, and beautifully presented. The restaurant itself is elegant and stylish, with a warm, upscale atmosphere that makes the whole experience feel special. Service was excellent as well , Neda was attentive, friendly, and made everything smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend and will definitely be coming back. read more

Ayvana is a solid Persian restaurant. I wasn't sure what to expect walking in, but I left truly impressed and wanting more. The kebabs were juicy and perfectly seasoned, and the rice was fragrant and cooked just right. Everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared. The space is stylish and welcoming, and the service was friendly. Definitely worth checking out and coming back to. read more

Great food and great service. Razi was amazing and and took care of us. Beautiful and friendly environment and ambience.

Unfortunately, this was a very bad experience. The food quality was extremely poor. The koobideh, both beef and chicken, tasted bad and had an unpleasant smell, which immediately raised concerns about the quality of the meat. After eating, everyone in our group felt unwell and experienced stomach issues. We had to take medication and it took a few hours before we felt better. This should never happen at any restaurant. The prices are very high considering the low quality of the food. I do not recommend this place at all, and if they continue serving food like this, I do not see how they can stay in business. The only positive aspect of this restaurant is the interior decoration and design, which is nicely done. Unfortunately, good ambiance cannot compensate for poor and unsafe food. Not worth the money. read more

Persian restaurant that is brand new. Love the decor and the fact that is not old fashioned and stinky. Food was delicious and employees were nice and attentive . I would recommend read more

We hosted our son's birthday here and it was a fantastic event! All our guests raved about the delicious food and beautiful atmosphere. We met in advance with the owner, Ali, and he helped us set the menu and plan for decor and other details for the private dining room. Ali and his team were incredibly warm and accommodating and helped us enjoy a great night without any worry. We will definitely be back for lunch and dinner! The restaurant is stunning and the food is the best Persian food we've ever had! Highly recommend Ayvana! read more