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Bijan Persian Grill

3.9 (369 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Updated 1 week ago

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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Lamb Soltani
Brandon D.

Spontaneously went to Bijan Persian grill in Houston for late night dinner. I got the lamb soultani, which comes with lamb and a skewer of beef koobideh. It comes with basmati rice and some grilled veggies. The meat was honestly just ok. They were both on the dry side and had a more heavy char. The rice was amazing mixed with the butter and this red spice thing you can mix in to make it a little more tangy. They give you complimentary pita, feta, mints, and radishes. I also got a kashk-e-bademjan (eggplant dip), it comes with yogurt, garlic, mint, onion, and basil. It was decent but I felt like the dip I had at other Persian restaurants were more dynamic in flavor. The portions were big though and I had plenty of leftovers. They also gave me another pita bread to go

Tina T.

Tried this place for the first time tonight. Lina my waiter was truly kind and amazing. The place was also pretty cute. Upon arrival they bring you complementary hot bread, cheese, butter and herbs to try. Then since I wanted to try the specials on the menu I tried the beef chicken kebob combo as well as the ghorme sabzi stew and gheimeh stew combo option which this option of food was pretty unique option on the menu compared to the other Persian restaurants. Their shirazi salad was also pretty great with great flavor and seasoning. Price was also pretty good and affordable for the food options provided. For drinks I got dough which is yogurt drink with mint and then for dessert I got hot tea and bakhlava. I definitely recommend this restaurant.

Olga S.

Just think that the food here is amazing isn't my statement. I ended up ordering a bunch of extra food to try at home. I'll try to post those pictures later, but it won't do it justice. It is a fantastic. The immune is nice. The personnel is super helpful and sweet and the location is easy to find.

73-Hot Tea for Two

I walked in to the restaurant and was welcomed by the friendly staff. It was an afternoon and less busy weekday. The place is clean and well maintained. The naan and a plate with lime, butter and cheese I believe was complimentary. I ordered the Special combo meal. It was beef fillet and juicy chicken fillet, that's marinated and grilled. Additional to that, I ordered tea because who doesn't like tea with their meal. Great combination and I do recommend. I also ordered the Bijan Special in the menu to go as well. They do have parking lot, coming in and leaving was not a hassle since it was not busy. SPECIAL COMBO - 9/10 BIJAN SPECIAL - 8.5/10

21. Chelo Kabab Koobideh
James T.

This is one of my favorite Persian restaurants. I almost always get the ground beef kabobs. The feta and bread are a great snack to start the meal. Reminds me of my roommate from Iran during college. We often ate feta and radishes for a snack. The restaurant is clean and the service is very friendly. My only complaint is that after I was served know one every offered me any more tea or water.

100. Bijan Special
Samantha M.

My absolute favorite restaurant in Houston. I could write love songs about Bijan. And after recently trying another Persian Houston restaurant with a near identical menu but slightly higher prices that left me with regrets, I figured a Yelp review praising Bijan was long overdue. I've lost track of how many times I've eaten here in the past year. And I will be eternally grateful to my boyfriend for introducing me to this place. The staff is great and starts you with a complimentary plate of freshly made flat bread and mint, butter, feta cheese cubes, and radish. My preference is to melt some butter on the warm bread and sprinkle on a healthy amount of paprika and then wrap it around a cube of feta. In terms of recommendations, you can't go wrong with the warm eggplant dip as an appetizer. This is probably my favorite dish on the menu, and I think it's done better here than other Persian restaurants. The name is Kashk-E-Bademjan and it's a warm eggplant with a drizzle of yogurt topped with roasted garlic, caramelized onions, and a sprig of mint. If the staff hasn't already offered a second flat bread with your eggplant, just ask. The size is big enough to share but I can easily polish off one of these by myself and prefer it that way. For the main course, I strongly suggest the Bijan special. It is a massive plate of chicken and filet mignon beef skewer, saffron rice topped with cherries, cranberries, almonds, and pistachios, and lastly roasted vegetables. Note that some of their dishes do not come with the cranberry/almond topping on the rice. Fortunately the menu includes pictures of pretty much every single dish. If you like some sweetness with your savory food, the rice is much better with the addition. Honestly, nothing compares to a fresh plate of Bijan, and the food is generally very consistent in flavor. There was a singular visit when I thought the Kafta kebob had too much parsley. On my last visit, it was phenomenal. The meat is always tender and juicy. If I had to choose a final meal, it would be Bijan. Thank you guys for the wonderful meals!

Tea
Maria S.

This would be my last restaurant meal before having to hunker down at home due to weather. I wanted either hummus or soup. They had a lentil soup. The serving is large. I couldn't finish it. It was good but I've had better lentil soup. The bread served with feta cheese and herbs is delicious. I wanted hot tea too. The tea is watered down and not my type. It's served with sugar cubes. The waiter at the end told me I could have ordered stronger tea when I mentioned it to him.

Family Platter

Came here with a large party and everyone loved it! The family platters are HUGE and all very tasty. The service was also exceptional and everyone was very friendly.

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Kacy M.

My mom brought me back leftovers and it was great! Rice was a tad dry, but the chicken was moist, veggies grilled perfectly, and everything was flavored well. Most of my go to Persian spots are down Westheimer so it was nice to try a new one. The portions were big!

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The food was spectacular. The service was top notch and the owner even greeted me and had a chat. Loved my meal.

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This is a very nice Persian restaurant with indoor and outdoor sitting, and high quality food. I recommend it.

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Food was delicious as usual,service was amazing too,presentation was great.Specially Cornish hen was very good flavor.

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Great delicious kababs. Portion size is decent with the sides. Service and ambience was perfect,ade us feel welcome

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Amazing food! I loved the chicken and beef & the cranberry on the rice was a delicious addition. The atmosphere and service were also great.

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4.4(1.5k reviews)
2.7 mi•Westchase
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Sunday family dinners are usually Middle Eastern kabobs. Last visit was with seven family members…read more Nice to get a plate filled with kabobs, chicken, lamb or salmon, served with basmati rice and grilled vegetables. We usually substitute the rice for Persian salad. Diced cucumbers, tomatoes and red onions with a Persian dressing. My favorite. For something different, try the fesenjan. Chicken served with a pomegranate, walnut and saffron stew served with basmati rice. So tangy and sweet. Love this one! Add some hummus, whipped feta or warm eggplant dip while you wait for dinner. Parking is easy. Make a reservation for a weekend dinner or lunch.

My girlfriend and I were looking for something a bit different in the area and decided to have our…read morefirst try on Persian food at Kasra. I must say I have to echo her review, as we were blown away by the flavors. The restaurant was packed, and the decor was fancy but comfortable. One look at the interior and clientele already convinced me this place would be authentic. We opted to try 2 different combos, the Kasra and seafood combo, so we could share and try a bit of everything. It's hard to pick a favorite, all the proteins were flavorful and tender. The rice was a whole talking point just by itself. I often get bored with plain old white rice, so I'm glad Kasra seasons their rice well. The portions were very generous as well, they left me full after cleaning up that whole plate. This was an excellent introduction to Persian cuisine for me, we got lucky that we chose a place that would leave a great first impression!

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4.6(260 reviews)
5.0 mi•West University
•$$

I had a good experience with Kasra Persian grill. The service was good, the food was yummy & I felt…read moreit was a great value. We had a larger party & ended up getting the family platter to split. We also got sides of the hummus and garlic sauce. Their hummus was really delicious! Definitely a standout. All the different kebabs on the family platter were yummy. I liked the chicken kubideh kebab the best! It was nice and juicy w/ good flavor. The jujeh, chicken kebab, and kubideh were all good, but could've been a bit more juicy for my tastes. But overall everything was yummy. The rices were good too - I liked the baghali the most. Ambiance was nice, it was pretty crowded and a bit on the louder, but had a nice and welcoming vibe. They had some interesting artwork. And value was great, it ended up not being too expensive for our table of 6. You can call and make a reservation, I recommend this on weekends as the place was pretty packed. Also - there's a parking garage in the middle of rice village with 2hrs free parking. Definitly recommend that as well because street parking can be hard to find

I had read through Yelp that people could stand around outside waiting for a long time to get in…read moreduring peak hours because the food is so good. I have grown to trust the people who write reviews, so we went around 5:30-5:45 during the week; it turned out to be a good idea. There were just a few tables that had two, three, and four people. I've been going to restaurants for a long time and for those of you that also go, the moment you walk in there's a smell of food being prepared that wafts out from the kitchen. It's a good smell at Kasra. It was a tad early to get a true vibe, but I didn't care; I wasn't there for the vibe. Our waitress was great and knew what she was talking about. Friendly and polite, she checked on us frequently to make sure we were getting what we wanted. The food was very good and we enjoyed the different tastes from cold to hot appetizers. Make sure you try the hummus I don't stand in any line for anything, but that said if you're looking for the complete experience then go on the weekend around dinner time.

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Rumis Kitchen

4.4(427 reviews)
3.2 mi•Galleria/Uptown

Came here to celebrate a good friend's birthday and wasn't disappointed by their service nor food…read more Service was top-notched. We were seated promptly despite not having the full party. We appreciated that kind gesture. Every food item on the menu looked delicious. I decided on the Lamb Rack. Loved the texture of the lamb and loved the basmati rice. Lamb was cooked perfectly, and the rice was very fragrant. We were offered a complimentary Persian Ice Cream Sandwich which had an unique flavor. It wouldn't be a flavor for everyone, but to me, it was a perfect ending to a great entree as it was light and mildly sweet. Note that not all food options are halal. Their website is updated with the information and you could also ask the server for clarification. Absolutely adore the interior. The restaurant could get loud but still bearable. Complimentary valet parking is available. Self-parking is also available. Highly recommend to make reservation as the restaurant does get crowded during peak hours.

It's ok to have a February birthday in September. Why not? It's still 2026, and when your favorite…read morepeople are around you, each day will find an excuse to celebrate. Since this place was a surprise venue for me, as soon as I saw the name "Rumi," I knew nothing could go wrong with it. I collected so many of Rumi's books, and having them around me makes me feel very peaceful. My family in Houston waited six months to celebrate my birthday due to my health issues, and I feel so blessed to have them around me. This place is always crowded, so please make a reservation even on weekdays. We went on weekdays, and even then we got a reservation for 8:45 pm. But honestly, every effort was worth it. We got there on time. Velet parking is available, but if you want to avoid more waiting, pass the restaurant, and you will see a big parking lot. We walked in and loved the interior, but it was very crowded with happy faces. We were seated in 5 minutes and started enjoying the ambiance and decor. It's a beautiful place to celebrate precious moments with your family and friends. Everyone loved our server, Zack, and his presence and approach. He talks so kindly with each of us. His recommendations were so good that we found every kind of dish for everyone, including vegetarian options. We started with sides, Thanks to Zack.

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Avesta Persian Grill - Royal Platter for 6. About $107 plus tax and tip.

Avesta Persian Grill

4.6(770 reviews)
4.5 mi•Westchase
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On the recommendation of my friend, ordered food for pick up for my dad's birthday! I ordered…read morechicken kubideh, lamb, hummus, the house salad, and lots of seasme bread. The food was delicious and everyone enjoyed it! The portions were generous and the prices fair. I called to place the order and the person who answered gave me guidance on what to order and how much based on the number of guests! I'd definitely love to return and dine in.

It wasn't the greatest start since I was waiting for 5 minutes for a host/hostess to attend to us…read more I think she was busting tables or in the kitchen but she was nice once we were accommodated. Once seated our server Baba introduced himself and made great recommendations. Now I'm not the biggest fan of hummus but I'm glad I got to try it. To start off, they brought us some complimentary bread. It came out hot & fresh. The bread was fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside. I also enjoyed the roasted sesame seeds that they put on top of the bread. Then I had the mango lemonade drink which I thought was refreshing and the mango was strong. As stated I rarely eat hummus but theirs is made in house and I can tell because it was delicious. It was creamy, nutty, savory and earthy. My friend decided to get their lamb shish kabob combo and I got the soltani kabob. His came with lamb and chicken and mine came with beef tenderloin and ground beef. Both dishes were amazing especially his since the chicken was bursting with flavor. Nicely grilled and seasoned. The lamb was also solid as well, it was tendered. The beef tenderloin was also nicely seasoned & tendered. The ground beef was my least favorite since it tasted like hamburger meat, but I don't hate it. The rice was cooked to perfection. At the end I ordered their dessert and got the Bastani Irani. It says on the website that it's homemade but our server informed us that they purchased it from a vendor. Not a big deal for me since the ice cream was very good. Creamy, sweet and the nuts added texture to the dessert. Baba was kind enough to give me two more breads to take home since I still had hummus leftover, I'm definitely gonna devoured it the next day. It's rare that I eat Persian food but when I do I know it's gonna be good. They do not mess around when it comes to seasoning. Overall, good service, good food, nice decor. I'm looking forward to trying out their seafood kabob the next time I dine in. I also wanna add that this restaurant is on Yelp top 100 for recommendations and I'm not surprised.

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Shandez Persian Grill

4.8(84 reviews)
4.4 mi•Westchase

Came here for a lunch with the SO while we were in the area…read more We ordered the appetizer sampler, koobideh combo, and meat in a bowl (forgot the name but it was one of their specialities). The bread the veggies that came out were very good. The appetizer sampler we got the eggplant dish, hummus, and yogurt and shallot. The hummus was not our favorite as our other go to Persian places seem to have a smoother texture but the eggplant was good. The yogurt was pretty tangy with light shallot flavor that wasn't super detectable but it was still nice. The koobideh was juicy and the rice and tahdig that came with it was super yummy. I don't love the seasoning for the chicken koobideh but that's just a preference thing nothing was wrong or unpleasant about it. The lamb koobideh was on point. The meat that my SO had was very good as well. Beef was tender. The chicken was tender. The only thing I was confused about was that my SO was supposed to also have tahdig on his rice but didn't receive it, he just got normal rice. My SO didn't tell me until the very end of the meal though so we didn't say anything to them but it was strange to forget that part of the meal. We didn't knock them for that because my SO didn't bring it to their attention and I'm sure they would have fixed it if we told them. Service was very friendly. They kept checking on us and were very polite. The outside of the restaurant is unassuming in a strip mall but the inside is pretty. There are some other Persian places that we prefer but the tahdig and the service and the juiciness of the meat were great here. The hummus was not our favorite though which to us is a big component that we like to eat. 4/5.

I ordered the Beef Barg with Dill Rice last night. It was really well made, charbroiled as kabobs…read moreshould, marinated very nicely, easy to cut and very delicious. It didn't have that metallic, irony taste like liver which I hate thankfully either. The tomatoes were juicy and charred well with a refreshing taste. The dill rice was full of dill, lima beans and a pleasant, balanced earthy aroma as well as butter / oil too. I get it almost every time. Very welcoming, friendly and efficient service as well. The Iranian food is excellent from this cafe.

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Cafe Caspian - Saffron ice cream

Cafe Caspian

4.4(393 reviews)
5.8 mi•Westchase
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This is one of my favorite restaurants!…read more My company usually host one of their board meetings here. They have a private room for parties and we typically utilize that room for the meetings. The restaurant is beautifully adorned with cultural art throughout. The booths also have embroidery from the region as well. Every dish is absolutely delicious! They also label gluten free, vegetarian and whether it contains nuts. If you have other food allergies or sensitivities, they can cater to it as well. Appetizer recommendations: Kashk E Bademjan and Hummus - rich creamy dip that goes perfectly with their complimentary homemade naan, herbs, radish and cheese. Sumptuous rice: Sweet- shirin pollow and javaher pllow Savory- sabzi pollow if you prefer more of the herb flavors Entrees: Lamb shank - the meat falls off the bone and it's delicious over a bed of rice. Beef Soltani - well-seasoned and tender. They serve it with a side of tomatoes, onions, jalapeño pepper and basmati rice. I always substitute the regular basmati rice with a sumptuous rice. Chenjah - i ordered the chicken and it was very well seasoned. The chicken was not dry and it also came with a side of tomato, onions, jalapeño and basmati rice (substitute it for the sumptuous rice and thank me later haha). Desserts: Pistachio ice cream is my favorite Baklava is rich, heavy and delicious Baklava cake is sweet but lighter than the baklava. Cheesecake is your typical. Overall, great customer service and very clean. I recommend this restaurant! Be sure to savor every bite.

If we can ever have more Stars, we'd love to give more , more …read more We came One Friday evening. The restaurant was pretty busy. Yet it was calm and peaceful vibe. Our Family was deeply immersed into the authentic vibe of Persian culture, food and people. Love it so much. Food: the food that touches your heart, both my son and I feel like crying ( with happiness, hard to describe feeling) Our server was warm welcoming and very attentive to our need. She gave me a sample of drink which was happy side of the real order. I can run on and on with all I love about Cafe Caspian. Personally, I think they deserve better Stars! They do! Wish Cafe Caspian all the bests! Best,

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4.0(335 reviews)
0.3 mi•Sharpstown
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Went to Darband on the recommendation from a co-worker. Parking lot could be bigger! The food was…read morefantastic! Just a little "hole in the wall" restaurant on Hillcroft. You go to the counter to order your food and pick it up, that was not a problem. The beef and chicken kubideh was very good, as well as the rice. The naan was soft and hummus was creamy and delicious. Highly recommend this place for Persian food in Houston that will not break the bank.

We came in a half hour before they closed. First time here…read more No one explained the order, pay and delivery process. We were just told to sit down, only on the right side of the dining area. Thought they would bring out the food. They rang a bell and called out a number. I looked at my receipt, saw the number and told my husband that we had to pick it up. It looks like a full service restaurant, but it's not. My husband walked up to the cashier's counter, expecting the order. The cashier pointed him to the other dining area. It was just placed on top of the food case, no counter. Someone verified it was our order before he took it. I'm short and if I were picking up a bowl of their lentil soup and can't see if the soup is level, there could be a spill. The lamb shank was good, but we had to ask for the sauce that normally comes with it. She brought it. The butter was melted, so dripped over the rice easily. I guess it was too much to ask that the bread plate include feta cheese like at other Persian restaurants. I don't recommend coming in late as the bread was very hard. Dipping it in the sauce helped.

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