We had such a wonderful experience at Hafez Cafe for my birthday. The ambiance was warm and inviting, the stews were delicious, and the tahdig was absolutely amazing! But what truly stood out was the exceptional service. The warmth and hospitality really made us feel the beautiful spirit of Persian culture. Everything came together to make my birthday dinner very special. I highly recommend Hafez Cafe and will definitely be back! read more

Food was exceptional. This is on my top 10 list of favorite restaurants. It's always a good sign when you watch the amount of food being served and Nothing ever returned. read more

Amazing atmosphere and very persona Ale staff. We showed up almost 5 minutes prior to closing at night. With their kindness they took us in and provided great hospitality. Roya, our host was amazing and exceptional read more

Hafez Cafe - Kashko Bademjan - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

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Always fresh and delicious! I Order 1-2x a week from Hafez Cafe! The Customer Service is outstanding.I had a little mishap with my order and the restaurant went above and beyond to fix it! The bread is amazing and addictive. Best Middle Eastern food in South Orange County! 100x Recommend' read more

Went to Hafez Cafe on Saturday, July 17th, with friends for Kalle Pache, but they ended up ordering Halim, Panir Sabzi, and Asal Sarshir instead, while my wife and I stuck with our Kalle Pache. Everything was amazing as always. The newly remodeled space looked beautiful too, fresh and welcoming. But what truly made this visit unforgettable was: Sina. We had our 5-month-old with us, and without even asking, he offered to watch him so we could actually sit and enjoy our meal together. He was so warm and gentle with our son that we felt completely at ease, and for once we got to eat our breakfast while it was still hot. Sina, if you're reading this -- thank you. That small act of kindness turned an ordinary breakfast into a memory we'll carry with us. read more

Hafez Cafe - Sina with my Son - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

The servers were polite and attentive the ambience was a little crowded for me but good for them because they were making good money !! it was very busy ! the food I must say is the main reason I'm leaving this review, their Kale.Pache is the best I've ever had in US it was amazing , also a good, generous potion ! Great Job to them! read more

So glad I stopped in to try the Hafez Cafe. Can't recall ever having better service or feeling more valued as a customer. Anita was so nice. I wanted to try a Persian type of dish that I've never had before. Anita brought me samples to try and both were amazing.! The Gheymeh stew was great as was the hummus! The fresh baked bread was so good! Loved the hot tea as well! Will be back soon for more of this place! read more

Hafez Cafe - Gheymeh stew! - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

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The chicken kabob is ridiculously tender -- like it's been marinated in a secret family recipe passed down through generations. It's juicy, perfectly charred, and bursting with saffron and citrus. You get that moment where you think, "Oh wow... this is way better than I expected." read more

Hafez Cafe - Dined outside - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

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Top quality food and warm service. Can't go wrong with the eggplant starter, or the chicken koobideh combo! Their tea is delicious, a classic and authentic ambience, and swift service. Thank you for your hospitality always! read more

As always the food and service is 2nd to none. If you haven't yet. This place is a must try! We ordered almost everything off the menu and it all was great read more

Good Kabobs and Persian food The service has improved significantly since new management took over read more

Wonderful surprise. Amazing food and very friendly staff. From the moment we arrived we were greeted warmly by Sina. Kabob was absolutely delicious and the sides were wonderful. We will be back. Thank you read more

A few years ago, I left a very negative review based on an unfortunate experience with the previous owner. Since then, the restaurant has changed ownership, and I felt it was only fair to come back and update my review. The difference is truly night and day. The new owner has completely transformed this place. The staff is welcoming, respectful, and genuinely cares about their customers. The food is fresh, delicious, and the overall atmosphere is warm and inviting. I really appreciate seeing a business make such a positive change. I'm happy I decided to give Hafez Cafe another chance, and it absolutely deserves a 5-star review now. Wishing the new owner and the team continued success! read more

My friend was craving for Persian food that wasn't super expensive. They let us tried their pickled olives with fresh flat bread. It was good. I got koobedeh combo and it was delish. Great portion and the service was excellent. read more

Try the Kaleh here!! My favorite of all time!! Super tasty! Everytime I go to Hafez I'd go for Kaleh! That's it! Staff are nice and the whle restaurant environment is great! read more

Hafez Cafe - Kaleh Pacheh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

Updating my review from last year: I tried a new dish, Fesenjon (Persian chicken stew with ground toasted walnuts and pomegranate molasses), and it was delicious. Of course I couldn't finish all of it, so I took it home and had it again the following day. Anita was so gracious, helping me decide what to order, and her recommendation was spot on. I will go back the next time I'm in the area -- impossible dream, but it would be wonderful if they opened a restaurant in the Palm Springs area, closer to where I live. read more

This is my second visit within two weeks. My first time was at lunch and this time I decided to come for dinner. I believe it's the same menu. I had the combo koobideh which is the beef and chicken. I also did not know you could either get rice only or half rice half salad which I chose. I think the server's name was Sheila. She was absolutely adorable and super helpful and friendly. I'm not fully familiar with Persian cuisine so I did ask a lot of questions and she was very kind to explain everything to me. I think the owner also came by to say hello. I absolutely love their hot tea. I took the bread home with me which I nibbled in the car and it was delicious. I can't wait to have my leftovers. I think it's a great value for the portion. I did see some other dishes, past my table and I'm going to try those as well. Tonight's meal was juicy and flavorful. The rice is always light and fluffy. The salad was incredible and fresh. And then I finished it off with a small piece of baklava, which is also delicious. I can't wait to come back. Very comfortable dining room room. Plenty of parking out front. read more

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A bargain at twice the price. We had a wonderful meal there. The lamb chops were tender and incredibly well flavored. The rice is outstanding. The koobideh was seasoned beautifully and moist. Definitely putting this on our list to come back too frequently. read more

Really really good food. I haven't seen the new location but the service was exceptional when I visited.

This food is amazing the service is great the location is not bad but overall nice place to have Persian food

Food was so delicious and the staff is so friendly! Always a staple in the area! The eggplant dip is so good!

Hafez Restaurant One of the best Persian food experiences in Orange County! The staff are incredibly kind and welcoming, and they even serve complimentary chai which adds a lovely touch. We had the ash reshteh, ash jo, and koobideh kebab, everything was delicious. The freshly baked bread they make in-house is amazing. Great atmosphere and beautiful design too. Highly recommend! read more

Hafez Cafe - Khoobideh kebab , Ash Reshteh, and Barley Soup. - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

Highly recommend this place very tender and juicy kebabs. The Bread is homemade and is to die for the Service is excellent. Convenient location from the freeway. read more

I had masto mooseer as I wasn't very hungry. The bread was fresh and tasty. Good quality yogurt. Amazing tea. I hope to visit again to try the actual dishes. read more

Hafez Cafe - Bread - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

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We came all the way from LA, and I'm honestly still thinking about this meal. The food was so insanely good that we started eating immediately and completely forgot to take pictures! Everything tasted fresh, fragrant, and genuinely made with love. The lubia polo was incredibly flavorful, the barg was so tender, and the eggplant dish was delicious. Every single thing we ordered was a 10/10. They also brought us a full teapot of complimentary hot tea as soon as we sat down, which made the whole experience feel so warm and welcoming. Anita took care of us and she was truly the sweetest. She checked on us throughout the meal, gave us amazing service, and made the atmosphere even better. At the end, she surprised us with little Persian fortunes, which was such a thoughtful and memorable touch. I've tried many Persian restaurants in LA, but this was genuinely some of the best Persian food I've ever had. Everything was flavorful, comforting, and prepared with so much care. I cannot wait to come back. Hafez Cafe absolutely deserves five stars! read more

We went to Hafez for dine in and the restaurant was packed. With that came slow service and a substantial wait time to get our food. We were with a group and ordered a variety of breakfast and lunch plates. Everyone was very happy with their dishes. We had Halim, eggs/cream/honey, koobideh kabob, Cornish hen, kaleh pacheh, and adasi. I had the Halim (which is my fave) and my husband had the Cornish hen that I tried as well. The hen was fantastic and one of the best I've had in a long time. The fresh baked bread is definitely the star of the show and the black tea served with the meal is a very nice touch. The negative: I don't love the atmosphere and wish all the food were served in ceramic dish-ware. The kabobs are still served in melamine/plastic plates, which is highly toxic when exposed to heat and leach into the food. I'm taking a star out for this. read more

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So I went here yesterday after not having been for a couple years and my God this place is incredibly better. Asked my server and she told me it's under new management, before the koobideh was dry and now it's so good I'm still thinking about it a day later. Complimentary taftoon bread and persian tea is a huge plus. This place gives heaven on a fork serious competition and doesn't have a wait, definitely check it out if you haven't. read more

Hafez Cafe - Koobideh Kabob - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

Wonderful traditional Persian cuisine. The meal begins with a complimentary Persian tea service, which is a lovely touch and sets the tone for the experience. The rice is fragrant and prepared with fresh ingredients, and the kababs are incredibly moist and flavorful--clearly marinated with care. The tahdig was excellent--crispy, golden, and perfectly prepared. The service was exceptional. The staff was attentive throughout the meal, always one step ahead without being intrusive. Everyone was warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable about the menu, making the experience even more enjoyable. Delicious food, outstanding hospitality, and an authentic Persian dining experience. We look forward to returning. read more

I've been a customer of Hafez Cafe & Restaurant for a while, and I have to say the food has always been amazing. I'm especially happy to see the changes under the new ownership. The new owner and the staff are fabulous--friendly, welcoming, and professional. It's great to see a place with such delicious food now also offering such a positive customer experience. I definitely recommend giving Hafez Cafe & Restaurant a try! read more

Amazing place. I love supporting local businesses and everyone is so kind and thoughtful. Everything was super clean and the server checked on us multiple times. They also have Persian rugs and chandeliers so it definitely gives it that Iranian restaurant experience. read more

They serve really really great Koobideh, and their chicken Koobideh specifically is amazing. It's moist, flavorful, and bright with spices. Their chef, Hossein, really brings that homemade element to his food and I loved that about their dishes. Their service is also very warm and efficient, special thanks to Anita, our server. She accommodated our needs promptly and checked on our table frequently. She recognized our needs before we ever asked and she was such a highlight to our visit. Will be back for sure! Thanks so much for wonderful service Anita, Hossein and Sina! :) read more

The best Dizi ever! Great food. Super nice staff that went above and beyond. We had a wonderful time. The service was top notch. Will definitely come back. read more

Great authentic Persian food that reminds you of home cooked meals. Specialties include Dizi, ash Reshteh, fresh Taftoon bread among all kinds of kabobs. read more

Hafez Cafe - Authentic Taftoon bread - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

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One of the best Persian restaurants in Orange County! It gives a very lovely cozy and family style atmosphere and experience. This is mainly because the management is a family who offer their Persian hospitality with gourmet food that's delicious and excellent customer service. We tried the Dizi and Chicken Soltani, and both were delicious and full of great taste. We wish them the best in their business and hope they keep up the great work! thank you read more

The Ghormeh Sabzi is awesome!!! The Ghormeh is the best and the meat is very tender. Moreover, the Chicken Kabob combo and the Koobideh combo is excellent!! read more

Amazing authentic Persian food with excellent quality and flavor. Their breakfast is also delicious and fresh, and you can really feel the care they put into every dish. The service is warm, friendly, and very welcoming. Great hospitality and a comfortable atmosphere. We will definitely come back again. Highly recommend trying this place! read more

Hafez Cafe - Koobideh Kebab, Ash Reshteh, and Barley Soup. - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

We stop by here today for lunch looking for good chicken kabobs and kobideh . I was reminded of went to many years ago, but we haven't stopped by in a while and I remember it was really good.. They did not disappoint. The family deal was the best and it could be served in House. They started out with some flatbread and butter, which was awesome. The chicken kabob and beef/chicken kobideh where are easily the best in the area. Very moist and juicy. It came with a salad and rice. Plenty for four people. Since we ate at the restaurant, they served some Persian tea, which was delicious. The service was awesome also. Highly recommend. read more

Hafez Cafe - Chicken kebab, Chicken Kobideh Beef Kobideh with grilled tomatoes - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

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Delicious food and also Great customer service . Inside you feel comfortable and feel like home.

New management! .. we can in tonight to get our usual and figured we may or may not get in.. but pleased to say it was great service, better tasting food and they don't shut the door an hr before closing time ; p (like the last one) Yay! read more

Definitely best Persian food in South County. Kabobs were tender, flavorful and fresh. Baghali polo was light and fluffy with the perfect flavor. Wonderful fresh bread and complimentary tea. Great Persian hospitality. Give Hafez Cafe a try, you won't be disappointed! Friendly and kind service as well from Anita. read more

Hafez Cafe - Taftoon bread and shallot yogurt - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Laguna Hills, California