I'd passed this place without giving it a second thought. It looked like just another shawarma…read morespot. There were five million other shawarma spots and this place looked pretty small. Man, was I wrong. This wasn't just a shawarma place. It was a legit grill place. Shawarma, kebabs, chicken fillets, dapas... you name it. Impressive. And for a price that didn't go over 100php for most items. Even more impressive. What stunned me though was how much bigger it was on the inside. It added a lot to the ambiance of the place. There was lots of room and lots of seats, giving it a rather cozy feel. The food itself is pretty good! Not dry, tasty and that's without drenching it in sauce as is my usual modus when it comes to these wraps. Despite the price, it wasn't at all small and they didn't skimp on the fillings which is something that doesn't happen very often. So if you're looking for something light and filling but won't kill your wallet or make you feel like you didn't eat enough, this is where I'd suggest to go.

At first I was a little frustrated because Mandi Persian Grill replaced this cool café on that same…read moreplace. It was the only one with turtle pie then. It took me some time to warm up to it but my love for hummus has overcome this tampo, so I decided to try it out. Needless to say, it was on a whole different scale than the café it replaced, but I still like it because of my love for Middle Eastern food. PROS: You'd be surprised how roomy it actually is. On the ground level it would just be around 4 tables and you have to scoot to get to the counter and place your order. But downstairs, it's comfortably spacious; I love samplers! So of course I had their Mandip Trio. It was so fun to eat because I got to try the Moutabal and Keema too, which is quite good; I liked reading this little story on their menu on how Mandi got their name. CONS: Orders take a bit of time to prepare; We could use for more pita for the Trio. TL;DR: Authentic Persian food that's not just some random shawarma place. More Mandi!

Hands down my favorite place to eat in in Taft Avenue!…read more Ababu opened about a year ago and hasn't lost its momentum since, well at least for me. They serve Persian and Mediterranean foods which are two of my favorites! The best part? It's just a block away from my building so if you do visit, there's a possibility of you running into me there (don't forget to say hi!)! Ababu's food is very affordable but unlike most cheap eats, Ababu serves amazing food! Their Beef Kebab Rice Meal is my favorite! It consists of charbroiled ground beef with egg, corn, onions and tomatoes on rice. They also serve bottomless iced teas with the meals though I believe they use powdered iced tea. The only drawback is that the place can get really hot and a little smoky when they are cooking the meat and the poor air-conditioning sure doesn't help.

When, like my sister and me, Mediterranean food is your comfort food and you want to eat it in a…read moresimple, no-frills place like we do, head to Ababu Persian Kitchen. Good thing there's one located across my office! I love their Chicken Rice Meal, which, at Php 139, comes with grilled chicken breast, a cup of rice, a slice of butter, some corn, tomatoes, onions, and a sunny-side-up egg. A bit of warning, though: the grilled chicken is really just that. It's not grilled barbecue-style so it's sauce-free, which is good news for weight watchers. It's a heavy meal, enough to fuel you from lunch to dinner. In fact, it has become my go-to lunch for days when I practice hot yoga after office and afternoon snacks are a no-no. My sister, the shawarma lover, loves their Shawarma Rice--no surprise! Their meals include unlimited yogurt dressing (of course!) and unlimited iced tea! Don't be surprised when they offer you one pitcher though you're dining alone. Though certainly amusing, that pressured me to drink more iced tea than I normally consume!

Reasonably priced and really good Persian food! :D…read more My usual orders are Ox Brain, Hummus, and Beef Kebab. Oddly, they are more expensive than the branch in Timog. Must be the rent in Metrowalk. Either way, the food is good, service is good, and value for your money is great!

This restaurant has been around for quite some time now- Family's usual midnight food-go-to place!…read moreWe go here like 2-3 times a month, I used to be very picky with food, but I finally learned to appreciate the food here! The menu has a wide selection to choose from -- shawarma, kebabs, hummus, and many more. I recommend getting the Chelo beef kebab kobideh, for P275 (add P30 for basmati rice!) -- definitely a must-try- or the Mahksos. Most of their dishes served with rice is good for sharing, however, when really hungry, it could be just for one. Pair it with Dogh (yogurt shake), and you're good to go! We keep coming back here all the time for our midnight cravings!

Worst service it's like I didn't exist arriving. Calling…read morewaiters was a waste of time. Beef kebab and chips was more like a plate of chips with a toothpick kebab how lousy Taste was pathetic I've lived in Iran for 2 years , this food would never be excepted in Iran I've no idea how anyone can rate this restaurant higher than 1 star . In Iran they also greet and make you feel welcome . Nothing like this place! No ambiance !

Poor service and inadequate menu selection. I would advise against it because they don't even have…read morehot tea or water for a Persian restaurant

My family took us here to try the food. We got seated right away. The atmosphere was nice. The…read moreservice was very good. The food were delicious, sorry i did not get a chance to take pictures. They have parking spots but very tricky to get in and out. Will definitely come back.

Hossein's interior is gorgeous as well as apt for its motif, all dimly lit curtains tinged with a…read morewarm, sun-baked palette. I learned about Hossein through my best friend, who loved their food so much that she couldn't stand up after clearing her plates. Neither could I, and that's a good sign. First things first: one does not simply enter Hossein without trying their Roti Channai (P125). Served with a mild sauce mixed with Indian spices, the roti is soft on the inside and crisp on the outside. As for mains, I strongly recommend their Lamb Shish Kebab (P550) and their Raan Masala (P2780), the latter of which is leg of lamb cooked in a creamy and thick curry sauce, mixed with special herbs and spices. In my opinion, the Raan Masala is definitely the star of the menu. Even the sauce of the masala goes really well with the kebab. So much so that I ended up dipping my kebab in the sauce of the masala instead of the actual sauce of the kebab. All of this doesn't come with rice yet, so you'll definitely want to order a heaping of buttery-hot Biryani Rice (P180), good for two people. I used to have a "don't love it, don't hate it" attitude toward Persian cuisine, but because of Hossein, I am now stuck in the "will eat everything until I puke" phase. Easily the best (and priciest) Persian restaurant I've tried in Metro Manila.

I was craving hookah and I was desperate, so after a number of failed attempts checking other…read moreArabic restaurants, I found success at Persian King Kabab. Their hookah was so terrible and dirty, I might as well not have gone to get hookah. The vase was disgusting, as seen in my picture. I offered to pay double if they would let me prepare my own hookah, but they would not allow it. At least it was cheap...

There is plenty to like about Persian King Kabab: they have plenty of variety on their menu,…read moreservice was nice, inside dining was pleasant, food was served fairly quickly, the portions were plenty and the pricing was a good value - and most importantly, the food was delicious. * I had lamb chops with basmati rice and it was tasty. My gf had the kabob and it was seasoned perfectly. She had the avocado shake while I had the mango shake w yogurt that hit the spot. * A Persian restaurant in Quezon City is not too common and this is a nicely hidden gem.

The only kebab place i know within my reach. I've been trying this even before they opened their…read moreCainta Branch... what i love about here is they are open 24hrs.

Al Farsi has been serving good Persian food in Sikatuna Village for years now, and I am glad that…read morethey put up another branch closer to my house which is in Mahusay Street in UP Village. Their new branch, which is near the gym and the new string of stores and restaurants in Central Maginhawa, serves up really awesome and inexpensive Persian food. I love the decor, and how it opens up to the street so that you can people watch and take in the fun Maginhawa atmosphere. I just love the food here. The hummus is very well seasoned, and I love how the garlic just shines through the rich chickpea mash. I also tried their falafel, which is a fried log of mashed chickpeas served with a small serving of fresh salad.The texture of the falafel is ace, and the crunchiness of the exterior was perfect. I ordered an extra pita and made a wrap out of the falafel and the hummus, just like how it's done in other restaurants. At only around P100 for the whole Frankenstein toss-in, I was very satisfied and full. I will be back for more of their falafel.

Quite average, but reasonable with the price. We ordered the combo kebab meal; my friend and I both…read morethought the sauces were a bit bland and lacking. The grilled tomato were ripe and good, but needed a little more grilling.

Can I say that World Class Persian Kebab is my best-kept secret? I really want to, do allow me to…read more Because despite being one of the dirtiest places to eat in Quezon City, they whip up an amazing dish of Chelo Kebab and yogurt sauce every time. I'm a little ashamed to admit that this place is really one of my favorites. From afar, the place looks like an old and smelly establishment that reeks of dirt and sweat. Although partly true, I would like to think that this is part of their charm. Their yogurt sauce is quite rich without the usual sweet taste. So with a slice of tomato, a slice of onion, a piece of Chelo and rice slathered with yogurt sauce, there's a party in my mouth. My dad absolutely refuses to eat here so me and my brother try to sneak out and dine here without him knowing. And let me tell you, it's worth it every damn time.

My girl friends and I were coming off of an art and zine thing from the basement area of the same…read morebuilding and we were tired and hungry, so we decided to take a break from art and the crowded basement and went out into the street to look for a place to eat. Unfortunately, most of the eating options were farther out in Morato or E. Rodriguez, so we decided to have some Persian at the World Class Persian Kabab. I've always seen branches of this around and was always intrigued by its 24/7-ness and its garish design, though inside it was a little more raw and broken-down than I would have liked. Still it was a pretty nice spot to be sitting outside despite the rain and traffic around us. My friends got a chelo kabab and I got a shawarma, which were good and fine, but nothing to write home about. I've had better, though definitely not at the prices they had--they're cheap given the portions they put out, I'll give them that. They're probably better for a post-drinking bite to eat, rather than a place to go when you're looking for comfort in food. They did seem to have karaoke upstairs, though... Curious. I'll have to see what's up with that.

Halal Kabab Express is located near the entrance at the Yard at Xavierville. It serves Persian food…read morethat is organic and halal. We tried the Chelo Kabab Bushide. It is two long strips of tender, organic, beef chunks lying on a bed of turmeric rice and two roasted tomatoes. The entire dish is flavorful and authentic. You can taste the spices and the aroma is very good. The kitchen is managed by the Sri Lankan chef/instructor at ISCAHM.

Located just at the entrance of The Yard, this Mediterrenean stall not serves not just authentic…read moreMediterranean cuisine but all makes sure that every ingredient used are Halal certified. We tried their Chelo Kebab, consist of two chunky strip of beef with two roasted tomatoes, tumeric rice and a yogurt and hot sauce on the side. The rice is soft and fluffy with hint of tumeric. The beef has a wonderful beefy smell and hint of herbs. On top of that the beef meat is organic. But since the meat are rather lean, while soft it seems to lack the juiciness you get from fat. But if you're conscious of your fat intake, this is perfect for you.