My girlfriend and I were looking for something a bit different in the area and decided to have our first 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! read more

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Follow up after a few more visits... Service - outstanding. Friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff that can recommend on your food selection and answer any questions. Atmosphere - clean and inviting environment. Food - never disappointing. Flavoursome, authentic, fresh and always delicious. You must try it! Highly recommended. read more

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First time here Food excellent taste Well done Price good Service excellent Recommend read more

I went to KASRA over the weekend with some friends from out of town. They loved the authentic Persian food and wonderful service. This is a fun restaurant where are you can relax and enjoy your meal for several hours. I had the Beef Barg with cranberry rice, and dill rice. All of their food is delicious and I look forward to coming back. read more

Kasra Persian Grill - Beef Barg with Cranberry and Dill Rice - Middle Eastern Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I had never tried Persian food previously, and after seeing so many good reviews about Kasra, I decided to try them out recently for a dinner for two. It's located in a large shopping center on Westheimer & Gessner, and despite the large number of parking spots, it was super packed and took a while for us to find parking on a Saturday evening. The restaurant is well-decorated, and the service was great. There were so many options to choose from on their menu, and we went with the Seafood Combo which came with the Salmon Kabob & Shrimp Kabob, and the Kasra Combo with Beef Chenjeh & Chicken Barb. The dinner also came with a huge complimentary pita and herb salad (ask for the salad dressing. It's amazing!). Both portions were huge and extremely delicious. My favorite was the Shrimp Kabob, so I definitely want to go back for more. We arrived hungry and definitely left extremely full and satisfied. read more

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The food was really good, the service was great. Dubai chocolate cake was dry. Persian tea loved it. Baklava was amazing. Overall a great experience. 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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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

Best garlic hummus in Houston. First time finding a restaurant that serves food the same as we enjoyed when stationed in Saudi. The staff were incredibly helpful and even made some delicioua recommendations for new items. Come hungry! The portions are generous, the environment lovely, and the food delicious! we read more

Best hummus in Houston! So garlic and good whether you eat it with naan or the vegetable plate that I normally ask for, this garlic goodness, doesn't miss. I ordered the chicken barg. It is so tender and juicy and flavorful. They give a very generous portion so I can make 2 to 3 meals out of it! Order the rice with either the tart cherries or cranberry and pistachios. Delicious! read more

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

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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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I love Kazra!! I visit TX from CA and always need to eat at Kazra. The service is fast! Food is bomb and authentic and the restaurant is lively. The bathrooms are so beautiful! One of my favorite dishes is the kale salad and the Kezra platter. The hummus tastes so fresh and the pita bread is soft and served warm. Please open a Kazra in the Bay Area!! read more

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Excellent service and dining experience. You have to order the appetizers platter with your complimentary bread. The mixed meats platter provides enough food to serve 6-8 hungry adults. We really enjoyed the dining service since drinks were refilled and our server returned often to check on our table. I would definitely return to try their other entrees. read more

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I order from the website "to go". It was really easy to order, photos, prices, user friendly. The food...incredible!!! Delicious. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

This review pains me greatly. I love Kasra and been frequenting the Westchase location for lunch for over twenty years. Like many other places I "love", I don't get in as often as I used to back when I was gainfully employed. But I still get in there 4 or 5 times a year. In fact, I still frequently choose it for my birthday lunches with the family and it was that occasion that found all six of us there last Sunday. When I would go for lunch back in the day, I managed to try many different dishes. I've had Chicken Barg, Beef Barg, Lamb Shank, Salmon, Jujeh, (Cornish hen), various stews, and a few other things for sure. My favorite though is the Kubideh Combo, a skewer each of seasoned ground chicken and ground beef. It's served with rice and a half of a charred tomato. I always add a skewer of grilled vegetables. And since I get in so infrequently these days, I always order that and did so Sunday. It was great and I'll definitely get it again the next time I'm there. But I'll be eating alone because it was the only successful dish that came to the table that day. Working clockwise around the table: Lamb and Beef Kubideh - Dry as a bone; way overdone. Shrimp Skewer - Overdone and dry. Almost crispy. Jujeh Kabob - My aunt didn't complain but tried to give most of it away around the table. Given the other dishes, she was successful but no one asked for more. Plant based Kabob and Vegetarian Plate. He liked everything but the kabob and it was left uneaten. It looked dry and overdone also. And finally, my mom's Chicken Kabob. This dish consists of boneless thighs, folded into a ball and skewered. She took one bite and put a big chunk on my plate and said "Try this". It was very undercooked. It wasn't just juicy - it had that chewy raw texture that makes it literally "hard to swallow". I grabbed the manager who had stopped by the table earlier and she very gracefully and apologetically took it back to correct. Our waiter brought it back to the table and asked her to cut one to make sure it was done and it was still way undercooked. So back it went. When he brought it back, he said he had each thigh cut in half and grilled again. And it was finally done. Needless to say, lunch wasn't a hit. To reiterate, mine was great, The balance were a strange combination of underdone/overdone. Hopefully, it was a case of an understaffed or new staff in the kitchen and they'll quickly get it sorted. BUT, in about a year, if you see a dapper older gentleman quietly enjoying a Kubideh Combo all alone, stop by the table and wish me a Happy Birthday! Lastly, a shout out to our waiter Jimmy. He was patient and efficient. Five stars for Jimmy. read more

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

Great food and service. Thumbs up to Alibek for his great hospitality. Thank you very much

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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Great great food. Awsoume atmosphere. Service was great and staff super friendly. Food is outstanding

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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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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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

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 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

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

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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The food was really outstanding and it was all inspiring to see just how full the restaurant was and how robust there to go service was. And yet, they had our to go food ready in the time they quoted, and the quality was exactly what I was hoping for read more

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

First time there. Food was excellent, pleasant atmosphere and good service. Recommend and will return!

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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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 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