Authentic and flavourful…read more Service and atmosphere: Our server was polite, friendly and helpful. The restaurant was clean and very well designed and decorated. It had great Persian vibe including music played. Food and drinks: Very good selection of traditional dishes that were not westernised as in other Persian restaurants. The food was fresh, well seasoned and was full of flavours. The meats were moist, salad and starter tasted fresh. Pinch of sumac which was available on each table was a perfect addition to our dishes. Highly recommend hot Persian tea. Pricing: $$ - very affordable for the quality and quantity of foods received.

Food is good, service is quick, the restaurant is well-decorated, and servers were considerate in…read morebringing out our food later so it wouldn't get cold while we waited for the last member of our party to arrive :) Only complaint is that we were served hummus, which we assumed came complimentary with the bread & side vegetables since the staff just set it down on our table. However, we were charged for it at the end. I understand the charge itself, but no one at the table had ordered it; they just set it on the table. It would have been nice if the staff had made it clear or asked if we wanted to add it to our meal. Perhaps there was a mix up with another table. Our experience was otherwise great, but double check the menu for what is complimentary and what isn't.

Some of the best Persian food in town! Avesta has some of the most rich and juicy high quality food…read morethat hits the spot. From generous portions to amazing naan bread I love love coming here. Their cherry rice is just top tier here and it goes so well. I had never had cherry rice before coming here and I'm hooked!. From the pictures you can see its quite a generous portions of rice so you'll be pretty full by the end of it. Kabobs beef/chicken, always extremely fresh, juicy, and rich in flavor. Hummus with the complimentary naan goes so well together I've came back year after years and am happy to report that their quality has remained the same. I always recommend Avesta when it comes to Persian food!

Avesta Persian Restaurant delivers a well-rounded dining experience with a warm, inviting ambiance…read moreand genuinely friendly service that makes you feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. It's the kind of spot that works just as well for a casual dinner as it does for a relaxed night out with friends or family. We started off with the lentil soup, which was comforting and flavorful--light yet satisfying, with a nice balance of spices. The hummus was smooth, creamy, and elevated even more by the complimentary fresh bread, which came out warm and perfectly baked--easily one of the highlights of the meal. For mains, the Koobideh Combination stole the show. The kababs were juicy, well-seasoned, and cooked perfectly, with that classic smoky flavor that makes Persian kabobs so good. Definitely the standout dish and a must-order. The Salmon & Chicken combo was equally impressive--both proteins were tender, nicely grilled, and paired beautifully with the saffron rice and grilled vegetables, giving you a great mix of flavors and textures. We also tried the Soujuk & Cheese Lahmajun, which added a nice twist to the meal. It had a crispy base with rich, savory toppings, and the cheese brought everything together really well--great for sharing. Avesta is a solid go-to for Persian cuisine in Houston. Between the quality of the kababs, fresh bread, and overall flavor, everything hit the mark. Pair that with the great atmosphere and welcoming staff, and it's definitely a place worth coming back to

Ok so this is a small place family owned and operated. I've been ordering from here for years and…read moreit's always good, never get a chance to dine in really. Takeout and delivery is always good but dine in is amazing everything from bread and hummus to the actual food. We got masakhan, fried chicken, kabsi chicken and lamb chops. Each dish is about $20 and at that price for a whole chicken it's a steal seriously. They have been around for years and are actually amazing if you haven't had food from there it's actually a crying shame. Service is sometimes slow but like I said it's all family. And seeing them all take a break to sit down and eat together is probably one of my favorite parts of my visit last night.

Found this place thanks to a TikTok recommendation and I'm so glad I came. I got their lamb chop…read moreplate which also included a side of their bread which was similar to naan. The lamb chops were seasoned to perfection! The rice could've used a little bit more flavor, but when paired with the lamb chops it balanced it out. The bread paired deliciously with their garlic dressing. I wanted to try their mint lemonade, but unfortunately they were out of mint at the time. Overall, this is a great hole in the wall spot. Their food is still affordable compared to what you would pay at a fancy place. The service was nice, and the food was prepared relatively quickly. They also are conveniently located in a plaza so easy free parking. I'm already planning my next visit because they had so many amazing dishes on the menu.

The dynamic shrimp and the burgers were amazing! The workers booked us outside on accident sadly…read morebut it was very nice outside!

We placed a pick up order of the beef kafta wrap, tabbouleh salad with salmon and pesto hummus. The…read moresalmon was exceptional! The restaurant is welcoming, clean and staff is friendly. Great packaging and food was phenomenal as usual!

We came here for an impromptu lunch after running weekend errands nearby at Total Wine and Home…read moreDepot. I had heard great things about the cafe at this new location, and had even tried their former location on Hillcroft a couple years ago as part of TooGoodToGo. While the concept is casual, the restaurant itself is very polished and feels like an upscale cafe. There is plenty of seating indoors as well as a huge patio outdoors. We opted to sit on the patio on a (rare) nice Houston day. The tables were spacious and the patio seating was very comfortable. We ordered the Kofta Kabob and Chicken Kabob specialty platters. These platters come with your choice of two sides - we went for the Fried Cauliflower, Tabouli Salad, Hummus, and Muhammara. The meats were so good and hit the spot. The Kofta Kabob had a complexity of flavor to it; so many spices that blended together really well. I will say that the post-meal burps of these spices were...smellier than usual. The Chicken Kabob was also flavorful and had a nice smokiness to it from the grill. I liked the slight crunch provided by the char along the edges. If I knew how to make chicken like this, it would be my daily meal prep! The Fried Cauliflower had a nice sear to it with lots of flavor. The Tabouli Salad and Hummus were comparable to those I've had at other Mediterranean places. The Muhammara was my favorite of the sides! It is a dip like hummus but also incorporates tomatoes, red bell peppers, and onions, among other spices; there was so much flavor to it and I could snack on this all day. The included pita bread was large, fluffy, and piping hot - perfect for dipping between the two side dips we got. Service was quick and friendly. The employee taking our order behind the counter was friendly and gave us the recommendation for the Muhammara - great rec. When our food was brought out and we had questions on some of the ingredients, the staff was very knowledgeable and knew right away what everything was.

What a delightful surprise on our first visit to Abdallah's after having so many bland,…read moredisappointing meals at some other Middle Eastern places in the Heights area. The food is flavorful and seems more authentic as it's family owned and staff is very welcoming, helpful and friendly. We went on Saturday, got two Combo Dinners as you choose two mains and two sides. My husband got chicken and beef kafta with sides of hummus and fried cauliflower and I had beef kabob and beef kafta with sides of baba ganoush and greek salad. Upon delivery to our table (you order at counter) I was pleased to see the generous portion sizes then as we dug in, the flavors were yum! Even though there with many people there, there was plenty of seating and a nice sized patio we should have sat and enjoyed the cool breeze as it's on the East side of the restaurant. I don't think beer/wine or available so it's probably BYOB, didn't ask. The sweets looked really good. Abddallah's will certainly be one of our regular dining spots from now on. We should have tried it sooner!

Hands down, the best Karachi style Biryani in the city has to be Rizwan's. This small restaurant is…read morelocated inside Adam's Halal Meat Grocery store. The Biryani is there specialty, its spicy and very flavorful. besides the biryani, other items on the menu are good as well. we also tried the Chicken White Karahi and the Chicken Charga. looking for a taste of Karachi, then this is the place for you.

Kind people each time we have gone there to get spices, baklava, scents, or halal meats. Last time,…read moremy cousin and I found an interesting prayer bead set here that I could not find in New Jersey --just my type. Besides the amiable atmosphere, the people and staff are friendly and say their salaams in the nicest most gracious way. They simply try and help people to enjoy, relax, or find whatever they need in the store accompanying the establishment. Humble people. Good variety--especially if you're in a rush.

Aladdin has been around for as long as I can remember. My dad used to drive by it when I was a kid,…read moreand I always wondered about it. Now as an adult, I have a free will and love coming here for mediterranean food whenever I am in the area. Many options, and the food comes out fresh, made to order. I just took my boyfriend here and he is shocked that he didn't try this place sooner. I ordered the lamb gyro plate while he got the lamb kabob. Both taste great! The lamb kabob was very juicy. Our sides consisted of caramelized onion hummus, creamy pasta, cucumber salad, roasted cauliflower, and tabouli. All were very good, especially the hummus. Their pita bread is so soft, probably the best pita bread in Houston! Really made the hummus even better.

The flavors of this food is unreal. Such good Mediterranean food!!…read more My husband and I split a 3-side + 1 meat plate - the pita, chickpea salad, and lamb gyro were standouts. Awesome food, quick service, and bustling, busy place!

Had never had Afghan food and this place didn't disappoint. H o suitable service and large…read moreportions. I'm not a competent judge of how authentic it was, but the lamb curry and kabob were excellent.

After not being there for a couple months I have to commend the owners for the redesign. The…read morerestaurant was really nice inside. The food as always is very delicious! We love the rice, the soup, and especially the naan. The servers were very friendly and were very quick as well. The only complaints I have are that it doesn't seem like there is enough staff in the front, although they were trying to catch up there are a lot of customers and just not enough to-go and server staff, also the menus, I tend to enjoy physical menus over QR but that is just a personal preference. Overall amazing food and great atmosphere

Recommended by a friend. She really likes the pita and hummus here…read more Pita 5/5 My kids and I devour the pita. It's soft and warm. It's thin and fluffy. It kinda melts in your mouth. Hummus 5/5 I love the hummus here. Mix platter 5/5 The food is just so good. The meats are well cooked and seasoned. We devour the fish plate and also the meat one. Rice is good.

Came here for lunch during Thanksgiving as my family eats late and I was starving…read more First time here and I am not disappointed. The restaurant wasn't busy at all as you can imagine on a holiday and I was sat right away. Table for 1. Forgot to take a picture of the menus but they have many options . The restaurant is pretty big and very clean . They keep the tables prepped to seat. Lots of room for large groups as well. My waiter took my order promptly . I started with the Hummus. It comes with one large Pita, seed oil, and the hummus. It was very flavorful and I really needed more Pita. The oil was a great accompaniment ( hummus on pita and dip in the oil) . I the ordered the Lamb Chops served on a bed of Biryani Rice with a grilled onion and tomato. They give you 5 lamp chops and a large portion of rice. She lamb was tender and seasoned well. The rice was very flavorful as well. Very good food. For my meal and a Turkish Coffee I paid $45 and I still have food for tomorrow as I'm going to definitely eat with family TONIGHT!!!

I had been wanting to come here for a while and finally did!…read more First off, there's paid parking right across the street which is very convenient. We walked in without a reservation and were sat immediately. The restaurant is pretty big and has a nice covered outdoor area. Our server, Ali, was THE absolute best. Very attentive and kind. We started off with the hummus which was delicious and for my entree I had the "Chenjeh" which was marinated chunks of beef filet and white basmati rice. Needless to say, I will be back!

Service- excellent We ordered 2 chicken dishes and they…read morewere both very good and fresh. One of my sides was half a house salad w ranch. Their ranch tastes different than what I'm used to but I liked it. The Persian salad with dressing is like a Greek salad. We really liked everything but the bread they bring out wasn't our favorite. It was really hard to eat. It was just a flat piece of bread like a super dry and flat naan without any flavor. The chicken kabob was juicy and flavorful! We would visit again because the food overall was great and so was the service.