We came here as our first venture to a restaurant after most of us have unmasked. It wasn't…read moreterribly far distanced, but not bad all things considered. We ordered Koobideh, a couple of chicken and beef dishes and hummus. Everything was absolutely yummy, didn't take too long to arrive even though they were slammed. We fed six people with three large platter dishes and 2 hummuses. A LOT OF MEAT!, well marinaded. Very pleased with everything, service too. Go!

Stumbled into this place after having a flat tire and having to send our car to a shop nearby…read more This Persian restaurant doesnt disappoint a meat lover like me with their tender grilled meat and big portion. The place is spacious and clean, so you could probably bring a stroller inside and dine with your kid if you want to.

Unfortunately, I was very disappointed with my experience. Ordered take out for a pick up on my way…read morehome from work. When I arrived the food was ready, however, not a single staff member was helpful and actually quite rude as I tried to get my order. Ended up speaking to a host and 4 staff just to figure out the pick up. When I got home the food did not match what was was described, salmon skewers were only baked salmon filet, the $9.99 salad was less than a cup of diced tomato and cucumber and the beef skewer was dry and under seasoned. Surprising considering how many great reviews there are. With so many choices for great Persian food on the North Shore I will go some place else next time.

If you are looking for a place to feel like you're in a movie set or impress someone then do not…read morepass by Akbarjoojeh! This place looks so pretty on the outside with the different coloured flowers and stained glass windows but when you walk in, your jaw will drop to the floor! It is stunning beyond words with all types of Persian decor scattered throughout the restaurant in every nook and cranny. My eyes couldn't stop scanning the place and seeing something new each and every time. Beautiful colours of red, gold and various others popping out all over the place. The enormous golden samovars just screamed luxe. Even the menus have a carpet like material on the outside...I just couldn't believe how much attention to detail there was in this stunning restaurant. It is an experience that transforms you to the Middle East that makes you feel like royalty! The service is quick and friendly even though they are so so so sooooo busy! Now let's get to the food...believe it or not but it's just as amazing as the decor. The koobideh beef is juicy and very thick too. The joojeh chicken is super tender and melts in your mouth. The shishlik was the star, even in a well done form it was somehow still tender and juicy! The yogurt drink is refreshing, the Akbar mashti ice cream is fragrant and sweet and you can't go wrong with ordering anything on this fantastic menu. My deepest compliments to the chef!!! I'd say the Akbar joojeh dish could do with a touch less oil and their tea could've been more dark and fragrant as it was quite bland after the symphony my senses had gone through and the baklava would've been nice in Persian style instead of Arabic to tie in with the atmosphere more but these are very nit picky types of comments as this place is the best one in the lower mainland to go to especially when you're craving middle eastern eats. I wish I took more photos but I was in too much of a state of trance! Please do yourself a favour and run over to akbarjoojeh!

I don't usually order food an hour before closing. I thought they closed at 11pm based on the hour…read moreof operations online, but I found out later it was actually 10pm closing. Even though it was close to closing, this family run business still cooked up an amazing combo platter for me. The combo platter had chicken, kebab, beef, tomatoes over rice. The proteins and tomatoes were perfectly grilled with right amount of char. The meats were tender and juicy. I was only going to eat half and save half for tomorrow, but I ended up eating majority of the entire plate and fell asleep in food coma bliss. 10/10 I would do it again.

The food arrived hot,smelling delicious and it was very tasty, thank you will definitely return.read more

This was my first time trying Persian food, and it was an amazing experience! The food was…read moreincredibly delicious, and the service was top-notch. We kept adding to our orders, and our server accommodated us very promptly. We ordered kebabs that were juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. I highly recommend the eggplant dip, and we also enjoyed the hummus. I tried the spicy curry chicken dish, which was really good; it had a nice kick, and I love spicy food! I read rave reviews about the chia seed lemonade, and it was just as good and refreshing as everyone said. I noticed a sign indicating that they will be relocating to a different spot in Steveston; I'll make sure to post a picture of that sign. I definitely recommend trying this place!

Brought doggie to have lunch with wife and I. We sat on the patio to get one last meal outside…read morebefore it got too cold. The server was nice and polite and we were quickly served a couple glasses of water and given the menu to peruse. The interior although we did not sit inside i did see when I went in to check in. It was very nicely decorated and looked cozy. I ordered a vaziri kebab and wifey ordered a chicken curry. We also ordered for starters a kashk o bademjoon. When the food arrived they were beautifully plated and the colors amazing. I had a taste of the starter and was delighted at the texture and flavor. Very tasty. My dish of kebabs were seasoned well and the meat was moist. Every bite was delicious with a mouth full of the rice. The was a side of salad on the plate as well, get your veggies in ;) but the star of the plate is the kebab. Wife's dish was spicy for her and she ended up taking it home as she's not good with hot spice. I think the spice level for me was fine, nice kick to it. Over all very nice meal and pleasant server. When in steveston and feeling like Mediterranean food def hit this place up!

We had the Vaziri Kabab with lamb koobideh at Avishan Persian Restaurant, and it was absolutely…read moredelicious. The meat was perfectly seasoned, tender, and full of authentic flavor. Everything tasted fresh and was cooked just right. The best compliment came from someone in our party who is known for being the toughest food critic in our family--and even they were genuinely impressed with the quality and taste of the food. If you're looking for authentic Persian cuisine, I highly recommend Avishan Persian Restaurant. We'll definitely be back!

This place had good reviews so we decided to try it…read more Located in a cozy street of small and boutique shops. Parking is easy street parking. We come for lunch around 2pm on a Saturday and it was not full. They do have Middleastern music in the background but a nice hearing level which doesn't interrupt conversation. Simple restaurant but minimalist tastefully decorated. As soon as we came in we were greeted, walked to our table and Tea and Water was brought to our table. This restaurant is from Iran so they had typical dishes from that country. A lot of them have a base of yogurt, so it is not Vegan friendly, except for salads and the Veggie Kabob. We ordered a Chicken Kabob and Slamon Kabob. Both dishes came with rice and a small salad. Everything was very tasty and portions were reasonable. Chicken was so soft you didn't need a knife to cut it. Salmon melted in your mouth. Food was super fresh. They do take their time cooking it at the spot. We waited like 20min for our Main Dishes to be cooked.

Located in a busy food court in Brentwood Mall, Cazba was considered the less busy option for…read morelunch. The staff working there wasn't very helpful and friendly when I asked them for clarification regarding menu items. I ended up looking at Google to find answers. We got the chicken leg, lamb chop and loghmeh rice. They were all delicious and your standard Persian food. Though the chicken leg was a little more bland than other locations. The Persian soup was nice and my first time trying it. Aside from the taste, they always give a lot of rice so we were able to pack it back home, using the paper bag they charged us for even though we said we don't need a bag. I would have given them a better review had the staff been friendlier.

met up with a friend and walked around the table's food court at brentwood mall a few times around…read more1:00 pm on a monday. i stopped at cazba persian grill, where i ordered the #3: ground beef and lamb loghmeh kebab. ten minutes later, it came with two skewers, and saffron rice, and a grilled tomato. the kebab was meaty and flavourful, with a rich, savoury taste and a slight saltiness that brought out the spices in the meat. the texture was tender and juicy, substantial without being greasy. the rice was fluffy and the saffron added a mild floral aroma and a subtle richness. the grilled tomato was soft and lightly charred, adding a bit of sweetness and acidity that balanced the meal. the food court itself had lots of seating and felt bright and clean, even though it was very busy. there were many food options to choose from, and the steady crowds made it clear the place was popular and lively, especially around lunchtime.

Terrific flavors, fast service, family business. Iranian food…read more Popped in from Victoria, and we never get access to such authentic food!

Daddy's Grill has been around for ages. They're a Persian spot next to Richmond Halal Meat & Deli…read more Been twice to grab takeout, parking lot is a nightmare. Menu has 10 items (kebab platters and wraps). - Naan ($2.00) - fresh, plain - Cholo kebab ($16.99) - two ground beef skewers. Unmemorable salad and rice - Cholo vaziri ($19.99) - chicken (slightly dry) and ground beef. Platter is not a large portion Standard Persian eats at DG.

best food and customer service. the ambiance was great, I really enjoyed my time here.read more

Love love love this place ! The food is delicious! We ordered the kebab and falafel wrap and I…read morewould definitely come back here again. Big portions and very reasonably priced! The environment is also really spacious and relaxing for a nice family dinner.

I really like this restaurant. Food is inexpensive here and the portion size is great. I ordered a…read morelamb shank and it came with rice and a side of gravy. I really like the side of gravy. It goes well with my lamb shank and rice. B got the walnut beef stew. The beef stew came with rice and it was quite interesting. The flavor was a bit sweet but he really liked it. It had meatball in the beef stew. We really enjoyed the meal. Everything here were delicious. Staff were friendly. The decor was nice. There are plenty of free parking on the street and on top they have their own parking lot too. Note that they have weekly special here.

This place was delicious! The restaurant itself is spacious, clean and has a cool modern feel to…read moreit. The service was very good too. The employee was nice and attentive. I really enjoyed the koobideh kabab (beef). It's affordable for the portion size. The beef was well seasoned and had a nice grill taste to it. It also contains a green pepper but be careful because the pepper is super super spicy. It was my first time having the eggplant dip and I enjoyed it. I think there's not enough bread for the amount of dip but you can get more bread for an additional $3. The fried mint on top was good but interesting as I've never had fried mint before. They also gave the crispy bottom of the rice pot to snack on later on and that was a great surprised. It was a friends birthday and they gave the napoleon dessert. I highly recommend getting the dessert, it was very delicious!!

This restaurant is a dual store/restaurant. I was just walking by looking for someplace to eat and…read morewandered into the restaurant. I ordered the beef gyro and it was pretty good. The store has a huge selection of hard to find Mediterranean products. The restaurant was very clean including the bathroom. 5/4/2026

I had the Sampler Plate, which includes baba ganouj (baba ganoush) or hummus (your choice -- I…read morechose both, half & half), falafel, dolma, roasted veggies (broccoli, which was a bit burned, and eggplant, which was sooo delicious), couscous, and pita. First, the couscous is not the usual couscous we've all had. This is Lebanese couscous, which is so different as to be unrecognizable as "couscous". It is so very good, I could have a whole meal of that and be happy. I generally prefer baked falafels, but this fried one was great; crispy on the outside, and soft and green on the inside. I've avoided dolma in the past, as I had it once years ago and it was terrible. But this dolma was good enough for me to stop avoiding it in the future. People were very nice, and it took less than 10 minutes for my order to be ready. It's a grocery store with a deep selection of many items, such as spices, pastas, canned fish, .... (see photos). I enjoyed this enough, I came back again about a week later for another Sampler Plate meal. My only slight peeves are, I wish there were a bit more to the salad (which isn't even listed as one of the sampler items, so a bit hard to complain!), and that the pita had some whole grains in it (I find white wheat boring).