Authentic and flavourful. 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. read more

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Food is good, service is quick, the restaurant is well-decorated, and servers were considerate in bringing 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. read more

Kasra Persian Grill - KUBIDEH COMBO - Middle Eastern Near Me - Houston, Texas

always 5 star we have been coming to this location for over 15 years now. Maria was our amazing server now she is the manager. Agha Mehrdad always welcomed us and seated us very fast, checked on us. very thankful for their great services food is amazing read more

This is an excellent Persian restaurant in Houston area with some very unique Persian dishes I haven't seen in Persian restaurants in other cities. The Taftoon bread was warm and soft and was very good with the hummus, and eggplant dips. Main dishes we tried were 1) Chicken Kubideh, 2) Fesenjan chicken stew and 3) Kasra Combo with Chicken and Salmon kabobs. The Chicken Kubideh and the kabobs were soft, delicious and delightful. Warm and fast service with good ambiance. read more

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Really good food!! Got the kasra combo and the lamb filets. Soooo good! The meats were tender and juicy! Can't go wrong! Also got the appetizer sampler! Loved their hummus! So good read more

Kasra Persian Grill - Middle Eastern Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Excellent meat quality and seasons! Our party of 7 had the 'family platter' and we had leftovers. The appetizer sampler was also super tasty and high quality. Staff was patient, friendly and attentive. Nice ambiance with plenty of room for large crowds. read more

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After spontaneously eating at the Rice Village location a few weeks ago, I made my way to the original Kasra for the first time since my review 16 years ago. We split the kubideh combo, which comes with a ground beef and ground chicken kabob. The portion was so substantial, we got three meals out of it. We also upgraded the rice to the shirin rice, which has orange zest, barberries, and almonds. The kabobs were fantastic, but let me say, that rice was incredible. It's so fragrant and flavorful. My only grievance is that I wish they have you more than one cube of feta per person on the plate with herbs and radishes. The bread is always hot, soft, and puffy. Assuredly, I'll be back regularly from now on. read more

Kasra Persian Grill - KUBIDEH COMBO split onto two plates - Middle Eastern Near Me - Houston, Texas

Friendly atmosphere, and the employees give excellent service. The fresh bread and herb plate are a welcome greeting. I added hummus and was not disappointed. The Lamb was tender and flavorful. If you go, ask for Mario. He gives great service and near an expert at his craft of service. 10 out of 10 all around! read more

Kasra Persian Grill - LAMB KUBIDEH was soooo good! Nice flavor on the meat. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Food: We got the appetizer sampler with hummus, kashke bademjan (eggplant), and mast labu (yogurt and beets) - all delicious with the bread! My favorite was the mast labu - I could eat mounds of the yogurt dip, the beets and the walnuts add a nice nuttiness and sweetness to the dip. For entrees we got the chicken barg and beef chenjeh - both were super juicy and tender. Beef is cooked a bit more on the rare side. The portions are also huge and accompanied by buttered rice and some grilled tomatoes. Service: Our server was incredible - he made a great recommendation for the appetizer with the yogurt dip. My fiancé wanted to try the yogurt drink, but our server warned him of the flavor and let him have a small sample before deciding - it was super acidic so he definitely saved us from ordering something we wouldn't like. At the end of our meal I also forgot my card at the table, and he ran after us at the parking lot to return it! Super thankful for him for making sure we had good experience! Vibe: Great for families! Loved the decor and the architecture inside. Super spacious and plenty of parking at the plaza read more

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What a gem! A friend introduced me to Kasra and I was surprised I had not heard of it before. It is in a shopping center with plenty of parking available. The restaurant is in the corner and has a nice aesthetic with plants as the ambiance. Our waiter was phenomenal and truly anticipated our needs. Plus the food was AMAZING! Highly recommend! read more

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We were looking to try something new and someone had recommended Kasra to us so we decided to check it out. After a 25min wait, we were seated at a table between two very large parties; it was uncomfortable and there was no room. We said we were not uncomfortable and were told this was the only table. Jacob our waiter was really good and came quickly to get our order but the encroachment from the parties was too much so we asked to move. Both hosts were very unaccommodating and inhospitable and that made the entire experience bad! the experience got worse when we got the food. the eggplant was filled with garlic and had no other flavor, the persian salad literally had no flavor nor taste and was just cut up cucumbers and tomatoes with nothing else, the rice with the kabobs also were very plain and no taste, and the kabobs also did not taste good. overall bad customer service by the host and bad food - the only saving grace was our water Jacob who was very good there are better Persian restaurants in Houston so save your time and go somewhere else! read more

Kasra Persian Grill - PERSIAN SALAD - Middle Eastern Near Me - Houston, Texas

The food here is so good, I'm glad I convinced my friends to come here. We came in on a Friday afternoon and it wasn't too busy. Our waitress was so sweet, friendly, and so helpful with giving suggestions. The restaurant itself is HUGE and there is plenty of seating every where. We were given complimentary pita and well as some fresh vegetables and cheese to start off with. We also ordered a small hummus which was so smooth, creamy and garlicky. It paired so well with the crispy, yet fluffy pita. For entrees we got the chenjeh prepared medium well and the Kubideh Combo. The chenjeh platter doesn't look like much but the meat was tender, and slightly peppery. The rice was flavorful and the grilled tomatoes provided a refreshing side to the dish. The Kubideh Combo came with a beef kebab and a chicken kebab. We also asked to substitute some of the rice with a persian salad. The beef kebab tasted like a beef meatball. The chicken kebab was much more flavorful and tender. The persian salad was super refreshing and went well with the kebabs. We also ordered some garlic sauce which was fluffy and super garlicky (my favorite flavor). Will definitely be returning! read more

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Food and people are amazing here. Cousins took us out to try this wonderful food. I always enjoyed Irani cuisine with my beloved---but now, this place is quite an experience. The Kubideh and rice dishes were out of this world: just the right amount of light seasonings and spices with fresh Persian bread and hummus with other dips. Totally worth the time to go there. Of course, family is always lovely to see. The atmosphere was also uplifting: nice, relaxing ambiance with gentle music. Great tea. Perfect service. Kind and attentive waiters and staff. Refreshing desserts --especially the tea and ice creams. It's always nice to visit Houston anyway. read more

Nut allergy warning: Several dishes do contain walnuts and pistachios, including the cranberry rice. The kashke bademjan doesn't have nuts listed, but I felt a slight tingle that may be a result of cross contamination. Time-to-Appetizers: 9 Minutes Time-to-Entrees: 22 Minutes I came with a group of six and was promptly seated around 6PM. Complimentary bread and vegetables were quickly provided, nice and piping hot! For a table of six, we ordered: Appetizer Sampler: Hummus (4.5/5), Kashke Bademjan (4/5), Mast Khiar (4/5). I personally liked the Mast Khiar the most, and some of my table liked the Kashke Bademjan the most. The hummus was unanimously enjoyed. Family Platter for Six (4.5/5): While the highlight of the platter is definitely the filet mignon, the rest of the meats were fork-seperable tender. I didn't think the rice was anything special but the chicken and beef kubideh were delicious. I wish it came with lamb as well, but what we got was plenty. Portions were huge and I believe our order (with the appetizers) could've easily fed eight people. Their Turkish tea was also very good, but the coffee was nothing special. Service was very attentive and always kept us topped up with water and anything else we needed. Overall, I see the hype. Very reasonable prices and excellent portions. I would come back! read more

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Kasra is my go to for Persian food. Service is always impeccable and the food is always great quality and filling portions. I love the ambiance of the extension and the decor of the dining area. And the newly renovated bathrooms. read more

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The atmosphere is fantastic--spacious and with a private area that can be closed off for events or parties. To start, they serve fresh naan with a flavorful feta and herb spread. I tried the Beef Barj and also sampled the Beef Koobideh. Both dishes were delicious, but I especially enjoyed the Barj for its satisfying texture, as it wasn't made from minced meat. The rice was perfectly seasoned, and the portion sizes were generous. Plus, they offer refills on tea, which is a nice touch. The waiter was exceptionally friendly, and the restaurant was pleasantly calm for a Tuesday evening around 6:00 pm. We were able to relax and chat for over two hours without feeling rushed. read more

Kasra Persian Grill - Beef Barg - Middle Eastern Near Me - Houston, Texas

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We had been here before and this last time we went it was a bit underwhelming. The friendliness of the service was , as usual, very nice but the food I must say it was not as best as other times. We ordered the usual beef kofta, rice, eggplant dip with yogurt and lamb shank. The kofta was overcooked (to my liking), since its ground beef it felt tough to the bite, however the flavor was still great. The eggplant dip was cold , which was supposed to be warm, so that took me off the expectancy I had since i had eaten it there before. My experience with the shank was "meh". It was very juicy and tender but it was a very small portion compared to other times we have been here. You will definitely need another shank, or kofta to complete your dinner since the size was not as expected. read more

Kasra Persian Grill - Beef kofta and babba KASHKE BADEMJAN (warm eggplant dip) Definitely delicious! But my dip was not warm, but more cold. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The Ground beef kubideh with jasmine rice and grilled tomato platter was exceptional, two skewers of tender flavorful beef made me happy. My wife enjoyed a skewer of ground chicken kubideh and a half skewer of grilled shrimp. The service by Gabriela was as good as the food. We will be back. read more

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Went on a Saturday evening and it was super busy. After trying the food I'm not surprised as to why. They gave us some taftoon bread to start and we ordered the kashke bademjan for an appetizer. We also got the kasra combo with beef chenjeh and chicken baarg, as well as a lamb kubideh. The taftoon bread with a bite of feta, radish, and mint is so delightful. The bread came out warm and was perfect for the rainy/chilly day. (7/10) We also dipped the bread in the kashke bademjan which made it even better. The kashke bademjan was the perfect blend of creamy, savory, and a slight hint of sweetness from the grilled onions. If you are fan of egg plant dip I would definitely recommend this dish as it is an elevated version. I am glad we followed this recommendation from our server Ruben! (8/10) The kashra combo came with grilled vegetables and rice on the side and was exactly what I was looking for. The vegetables and chicken were grilled perfectly and the chicken was extremely juicy and tender despite being on the grill. The beef chenjeh was also very flavorful and tender and the lamb kubideh was the perfect addition to the meal. (9/10) Overall I really enjoyed my experience at Kasra. The ambiance is classy but still casual and friendly. The service was great and helpful with the menu and the parking lot is huge. The is also plenty of seating inside so it is a good spot to take big parties. All the food was so yummy and the portions were very generous for the price. Will definitely be back for more! read more

Kasra Persian Grill - Middle Eastern Near Me - Houston, Texas

This is the best Persian restaurant in Houston. I highly recommend it. Authentic high quality food with vegetarian options as well.

Kasra seated our table of 7 promptly without reservation on a Friday at 5pm. Service was attentive and courteous. Our meal was delicious and portions were generous. I loved the hummus and combo skewers. Our vegetarian friend loves the vegetarian options here. read more

We visit Kasra every time we are in Houston. This is the only restaurant I have ever found that offers a plant-based kabob and it's amazing. Highly recommend to all vegetarians! When you sit down they bring out taftoon and a variety of herbs, cheese, and radish. Very delicious. I always get the impossible kubideh and my partner has ordered many of the different kabobs over time. You can't go wrong here. After we eat we always get hot tea to finish the meal. The service is good, they are often very busy but they don't leave you waiting. The restaurant is very nice inside with a variety of seating arrangements. read more

Kasra Persian Grill - KASRA'S IMPOSSIBLE KUBIDEH - Middle Eastern Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I decided to be adventurous this past weekend and thought why not try some Persian food. I have to say coming out of this meal that I was pleasantly surprised with how good the food and service was! I started the meal off with an appetizer sampler. I was able to pick 3 of their apps and went with the Kasha Bademjan (eggplant dip), Hummus, and Mast Labu (yogurt with beets). I highly recommend trying the Kasha Bademjan and the Mast Labu. The beets had a slight sweetness that was paired perfectly with the yogurt. For my entree, I ended up ordering the Kasra Combo with beef chenjah and salmon. From the Ala carte menu, I ordered a kubideh skewer. The Kasra Combo had a good amount of veggies and rice as well. The only knock that I had with this combo was the beef chenjah ended up being a bit chewy to eat. Everything else was really flavorful and delicious though. I recommend this place if you're in the mood for some good Persian food. read more

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The newly renovated Kasra Persian Grill in Rice Village is as good as ever, perhaps even better! Wait staff are kind and attentive, and quickly bring water, flat bread and a bowl of fresh feta, mint leaves and radishes after you're seated. The redesigned menu has old favorites, the portions are healthy, and all ingredients are fresh and of high quality. Our group of three began with Kashke Badjeman. The portion was enough for four and it was delicious. For mains, we chose the Gheymeh stew with eggplant, the Jujeh plate and the Chenjeh plate -- all of which was delicious and totally too much food for three people. (Even three people who were hungry and trying to eat it all!) Fortunately our server saw our struggles and brought take-away containers for the leftovers. In sum, those who have always loved Kasra will continue to love it and those who have never been will be enjoy authentic Persian cuisine in a well-run restaurant. read more

To be honest, I am not particularly familiar with Persian cuisine. To show my support for the current struggles of the Iranian people, I decided to patron a restaurant from their diaspora. No politics just wanting a human level connection. That being said, the food was great with more aromatic herbs than hot spices. I expected it to be super hot like Indian food, but it was completely different experience. Maybe a little over priced since it was basically a meat and rice dish; but I researched the recipes and they use very expensive spices like saffron and sumac which adds to the complexity and costs. I will be a regular customer. read more

The service was good and fast. The waiter was amazing; he was quick and got us our food within seconds. The appetizer sampler was a good choice. i got to try Mirza Ghasemi - the roasted eggplant was so flavorful. Mast Labu was also good and it was refreshing due to the yogurt flavor. I got the Lamb Chenjeh - it was good. The chunks of lamb wasn't rough to chew. The portion size was really amazing! Definitely one plate could be for 2 people. read more

Highly recommend this place strictly for the Hummus. I could come here and just have the bread and hummus and would be very happy. Hummus has potent garlic taste and is by far one of the best. The staff is extremely polite which makes the experience much more enjoyable. The portion to price ratio is solid. Nice clean restaurant and great vibes. I will be coming back here for more anytime I'm in town! read more

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Food is delicious. Love the chicken barg & the salad dressing! Brought friends visiting from out of town & they came back to Kasra several other times without us! Service is great. read more

Really affordable Persian food that are large portions too. Their chicken kebab was my favorite overall. I got it in the chicken sultani. The meat was juicy and flavorful. I also tried the beef kubideh, zereshk polo with chicken, hummus, mirza bademjan, and tah digh. Avoid the tah digh (crispy rice), it wasn't good at all. The zereshk polo with chicken was half of a chicken and the rice that came with it is more sweet with the cranberry. The mirza bademian was mild in flavor and tastes a bit more like tomato. Overall, the portions were good and the food was tasty! read more

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Met up with my family for dinner at Kasra Persian Grill at their westheimer location in Houston. We started off with an appetizer sampler. We chose hummus, kashke bademjan, and mirza ghasemi. They provide complimentary pita and a dish with feta cheese and mints. The hummus has garlic and it and is a classic, pretty solid. The mirza ghasemi has roasted eggplant, tomato, garlic, and a fried egg. I thought this one was just ok. I realllly liked the kashke bademjan though. It's a roasted eggplant with cream of whey (kashke), sautéed onions, garlic, and crushed mint. This one was my favorite one. For my main I got beef sultani plate. It has a kubideh kabob and a barg kabob skewer, with basmati rice and grilled tomatoes. The kubideh was amazing, so tender and just. The Barg was not bad but was a little tough. I loved the grilled tomatoes and how they are filled with a lot of juice. I also got to try the beef chenjeh, lamb shank, and ghormeh sabzi. Pretty solid spot and huge portions read more

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I come here very often with my family, and get the same order everytime, Kubudeh With a substitution of zereshk polo. This was my first time stopping in to get it to-go because I was in the areas the food is always 10/10, my to go order was fine, however I was just confused when I saw my receipt because it stated I got a "full order of zereshk polo" I wanted to make sure it was added on as a substitution. The server was very rude and could not understand my question no matter how many times I asked, she started pulling all my food out of the bag when I was just asking her if I got charged for a full order instead of a substitution. A few other employees had a very snarky attitude and even one of the bussers was looking at me with a rude stare. I will reconsider before ordering from this location again. The food was great. Ambiance is fine But the service was below average today. read more

Kasra Persian Grill - Middle Eastern Near Me - Houston, Texas

I have to say, the food here was truly phenomenal. You could taste the freshness in each dish. The hummus is probably in the top two I have ever had. Luiz was my waiter, and he was absolutely incredible. If I were writing based on those two, I would give this place a 5! But the host - not sure if he is the owner or not - I just didn't find to be very warm. He didn't even say "Thank you for coming" as I walked out. Very unfortunate, because the food was phenomenal. So because of that, I did take off two stars. EDIT: I mistakenly put this review for another location. So I removed it and placed it at the one that I dined at. read more

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I think their lunch service and specials are great. A lot of food and honestly pretty good taste and quality for price!!

Stopped by here for lunch with coworkers and we were all thankful for the person that made the recommendation. 10/10 meal! Great service! Every bite of this plate was amazing. I will certainly be back when I'm in the mood for Persian, strongly recommend! read more

Kasra Persian Grill - Middle Eastern Near Me - Houston, Texas

Kasra my ultimate fave Persian restaurant! With 3 locations now, this has been my OG Place for my beef kubideh. Their meat is seasoned to perfection, along with the service always being great. Noon is always fluffy along with the paneer! I think this is the best Persian food you can have in Houston! read more

Kasra is simply the best! We started with the appetizer sampler, which came with hummus, a yogurt cucumber dip, and a roasted garlic eggplant spread. All three were great, but that yogurt cucumber dip was the standout--creamy, refreshing, and addictive. For the main course, I went with the beef kibbideh plate. Two juicy skewers of perfectly seasoned ground beef and a generous helping of fluffy rice--it didn't stand a chance. I devoured it like a lawnmower eats grass, but the Persian food version. The restaurant itself is clean, inviting, and the service is on point. Kasra brings people together with amazing flavors and a welcoming vibe that reaches across all cultures in Houston. If you haven't been, you're missing out. read more

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All i can say is terrific! Indoor seating with very nice patio seating Staff is very friendly and attentive The food is delicious We were a party of 4 and we all chose vegetarian Many options with meat or vegetarian A nice option was the 3 side lunch/dinner We also had appetizers Continuous bread You will not go hungry If it was close to where I live, I would definitely go once a week! read more

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I had an incredible meal here. The complimentary bread was so fluffy, warm, and fresh I could not stop eating it. Pairs perfectly with the herbs and cheese as well as the appetizer sampler we got. The hummus was the best I've had in Houston, so flavorful! The beet one was surprisingly sweet while the eggplant dip was savory and tasty. The kasra combo was wonderful. The chicken and beef were seasoned to perfection and incredibly juicy. Loved the grilled vegetables and aromatic basmati rice as well. The interior was very clean and beautiful and the service was super attentive. read more

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I live an hour and 40 minutes away from here and this place was amazing. The food was amazing!!!!! And the place was so beautiful. We got great service on a Friday night sat down right away. We will definitely be coming back!!! read more

لذیذ Khosh-mazeh! Met some friends for a Saturday lunch and was pleasantly delighted. Nestled in a busy plaza full of businesses and restaurants, the place was spacious and beautifully decorated. It was not packed but there was quite a lot of business and it was steady. Seated quickly. Our server was Ali, and he was a delight. Very helpful and pleasant. He was attentive but not overly in our space. My friends had been there before so they immediately ordered hummus. They brought us complimentary Taftoon bread and a bowl toppings. The bread came out piping hot and delicious and paired so well with the hummus. The hummus was delicious and fresh. Ordered the Kasra combo - choose two of either beef chenjeh, chicken barg, salmon, or shrimp. served with grilled vegetables, dill & fava bean basmati rice - so I chose the beef chenjeh, salmon and subbed basmati rice. I also ordered a half skewer of the chicken kabob. I knew I'd be talking home half of this for dinner. There is a cranberry rice my friend suggested but I was unsure and he gave me a taste of his and it is pretty fantastic. Next time. The beef chenjeh was very tasty. It was my favorite protein which is unlike me because I normally prefer chicken but this beef was flavorful, juicy and tender. The salmon was nicely cooked and tasty. The chicken kabob was grilled perfectly. It was tender but not overcooked. Everything paired nicely with the rice. Everything about this place was perfection. The atmosphere, decor, cleanliness, food quality and portion, staff and overall energy. Two people stopped to check on us (I think one might have been the owner and the other a manager) very subtle, not in your face but smooth and respectful. They both politely thanked us for coming. This is definitely a place on my list. Before I even got in the car, I was thinking about who I could bring next. I am sure I sat in the car and texted about 20 people before I even drove off. Will def be back. (I gave a small sample box to my 86 year old father who mostly eats Chinese food. He had never even heard of Persia (sorry) but he said the food was good and tender and he enjoyed it! If you know my dad, this was a major compliment) read more

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