Honestly the best Persian food I've tried in LA! Service was also wonderful! We sat in the VIP room which was very private and we had a lot of fun! read more

Pardis - VIP room - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Glendale, California

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We had such a wonderful experience at Pardis Restaurant! We came with a group of 16 people, and everything was handled perfectly. The food was absolutely delicious--every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Armen, who took care of us, was amazing. He was so attentive, friendly, and made sure our entire group had everything we needed. The service was excellent from start to finish. We will definitely be back! read more

Had such a wonderful experience at this Persian restaurant in Glendale The service was truly excellent--attentive, warm, and professional from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious, full of authentic flavors and beautifully prepared. Every bite felt like home. And the ambience was so welcoming and comfortable. Highly recommend if you're craving great Persian food in Glendale read more

Good atmosphere, with descent ambience.. food quality average , I would strongly recommend asking for The chicken ti be well done! Service is ok. read more

Inside looks good...don't be confused by it's looks ..service is not good..food is ok... Management is out of order,he curses with f@!** out loud to the paying customer with a minor child presence.. He didn't care if there was other customers sitting and having dinner... read more

Glendale, CA - Great food, ambiance and service. Highly recommend the chicken and lamb chops. Juicy and flavorful. The yogurt and cucumber dip was also very good with the pita. I was hoping there would be more saffron in the rice. The rice was mostly white. Nice restaurant with an upscale feel to it, tablecloth and proper setting. I love how they round tables for easy food sharing. Plenty of parking in their private lot. I liked it but just not sure if the price justified it. The food was delicious but I wouldn't say it's anything unique that I couldn't get in other more affordable Persian restaurants. It was a very nice evening nonetheless with some friends that I haven't seen for a while! read more

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JUST A LITTLE UPDATE ================== Details: Had dinner with two friends on Sunday, November 9, 2025. We took them to Pardis because we raved about it and they had never been there before. Unfortunately, a couple of the dishes didn't taste as good as usual. We were comped on olovieh which is the minced chicken salad. The gheymeh didn't taste as good as usual either, but we did not complain. It's like they used too much cinnamon and not enough lime. My husband can cook any of those dishes, so he knows how they are supposed to taste. We will go back again, but we'll definitely talk to the server if the dishes don't taste right. Note: If you want to book the private room that seats twelve the minimum charge is $700. That amounts to $58.33 per person based on twelve plus tax and tip. In the old days they did not have a minimum charge for the room. read more

Had an amazing experience at Pardis! The food was fresh, flavorful, and authentic, and the atmosphere was lively and welcoming. Huge shoutout to Aryan for the incredible service -- super funny, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. You can tell he genuinely cares about the customers and keeping the vibe positive. Definitely one of the best Persian dining experiences I've had. Highly recommend! read more

Pardis - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Glendale, California

**1-Star Review: Total Rip-Off - Bug Crawling on My Onion at Pardis! DO NOT ORDER FROM HERE!** I placed an order from Pardis today expecting decent quality for the insane five-star restaurant prices they're charging--$30+ entrees and everything marked up like it's fine dining. The food itself was actually okay, decent flavor and not bad overall... until I spotted it. A disgusting bug was sitting right on top of the onion in my dish. Not hidden in sauce, not "maybe it's seasoning"--clearly visible, legs and all, just chilling on the fresh onion like it owned the place. I nearly threw up on the spot. For that kind of money, I expect spotless hygiene, not a pest-infested surprise that ruins the entire meal. This isn't a minor oops--this is straight-up negligence. I'm still grossed out hours later. I've already started a chargeback with my bank and I'm filing a report with the health department first thing tomorrow. Save your money. Pardis is charging luxury prices for food that comes with free bugs. Hard pass. Never again. 0/10. Stay far away. read more

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My comment pertains to the restaurant's customer service. I was blown away by their generosity last night when I arrived 3 minutes before 11 pm, and they kept their kitchen open for a party of three. I feel that hospitality rarely exists anymore, so it came as a surprise to find that kindness still exists. I can't wait to be back! read more

Great location with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating--clean, tastefully decorated and inviting especially if your hosting a large group as they have a room that seats twenty people. The quality of the food at this wonderful restaurant matches its ambiance, offering an excellent Persian dining experience. We were warmly greeted and promptly served for lunch. The menu features many classic Persian staples including appetizers, kabobs, stews and rice dishes. What sets Pardis apart are the lesser known yet incredibly flavorful options, such as Zeytoon Parvardeh (a tangy and savory appetizer made of olives, pomegranate, walnuts, and herbs), Tahchin (a saffron and yogurt rice cake with chicken), and Chicken Torsh (grilled chicken marinated in walnut purée and pomegranate sauce). Complimentary hot homemade bread was served with herbs and onion. From the start, we were impressed with their bread as it was warm and delicious. For appetizers we ordered Tahdig (crispy rice) with two of the most popular stews: ghormeh sabzi and ghaymeh. Both stews were slightly tangy, which we loved. The tahdig was perfectly crispy and complemented the pronounced flavors of the stews beautifully. We also tried the Koobideh skewers, which came with rice, grilled tomato and pepper. These large ground beef skewers were juicy, tender, and served hot. The Shish Kabob was also tender and juicy, though it lacked the depth of flavor I had hoped for. The highlight, however was the Chicken Torsh--perhaps the juiciest grilled chicken I've ever had. The pomegranate sauce adds a bright, sour note while the walnuts add a rich earthy undertone. It was outstanding!! Don't forget to try the house doogh (a yogurt and mint drink); it is served icy cold and is fantastic. Can't wait to return on a Monday or Wednesday when their Tahchin is served. read more

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Pardis never disappoints. The food was excellent quality, full of flavor, and everything came out fresh and hot. The atmosphere was great and made the whole dinner really enjoyable. Aryan was our server and honestly made the experience even better -- very friendly, funny, and on top of everything the entire time. Service like that really stands out. Definitely coming back again soon. read more

Worst place burning Salomon with uncook cold rice no one even say sorry I paid 60 and come out

We are glad to have discovered this place in our neighborhood. Pardi's is a clean elegant space and they have a lot of options for dining and can accept large groups. We will come back! read more

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We started coming to Pardis because my nephew was craving chicken, kabobs with bone lol and we're so glad we found this place! Pardis serves delicious Persian cuisine, and the food is absolutely amazing every single time. What really keeps us coming back, though, is the incredible service. Everyone here is wonderfully friendly and welcoming, and they truly make you feel at home. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. A special shoutout to Bob, our server, who is truly out of this world! He goes above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect and that we have a great experience each time we visit. read more

Pardis is my new fave persian restaurant. Tops Raffi's for sure. We had never been and were recommended to go here by someone for a birthday party. We came on a Saturday night and they had the entire table set up and ready for us. The service was good and they brought everything that we asked for. I had never seen before as an option at a persian restaurant - chicken barg. Naturally, I had to order it and asked for zereshk polo for my rice. They put SOOO much zereshk (see photo). I loooved their food. Mast o Moosir was also delicious. Salad Shirazi could've used some salt. Overall, the restaurant was beautiful and food was fantastic. I'd totally come back. read more

Pardis - Polo Zereshk Chicken Barg - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Glendale, California

This is a nice upscale Persian restaurant. "Bob" our server provided outstanding dinner service through our entire meal. Food was good, we ordered 4 mains and 3 appetizers for our party of 5. Since we were sharing they asked if we'd like the dishes served family style. We ordered: Mast Moosir - this was very light and could have used more shallots. Kashk e Bademjan - they serve it with a healthy sprinkling of fried caramelized onions on top. Not the best I've ever had but good. Zeytoon Parvardeh - this is the BEST of this dish that I've ever eaten. The got this one RIGHT, highly recommend! Koobideh- really light and fluffy, very juicy with good flavor. Not overly charred like some other places. Chicken Barg - juicy white meat chicken with a nice light char. Zereshk Polo - they sprinkled the barberries over one corner of the rice and called it a day. This will probably sound pettily weird but I MIGHT have enjoyed it more if they had mixed it. There's a small parking lot adjacent to the restaurant. There's a back patio but it was too California cold to even try it. I'll be back in the spring to sit on that patio and enjoy other dishes. read more

Pardis - The presented our food family style upon request. - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Glendale, California

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I'd like to start by saying how amazing the staff were on an incredibly busy Sunday afternoon--both the front desk and the servers. As someone in a similar business, I know how challenging it is to maintain this level of patience and composure during peak hours, and they truly did an exceptional job. The food is consistently outstanding. We tried the soltani, koobideh, and tahdig with stew--each dish was excellent. The gheimeh, in particular, was beyond amazing. Thank you for being the best in the game. read more

Pardis - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Glendale, California

Love this restaurant! Their salmon is literally amazing.. and I'm picky with fish.. I've been here several times and I haven't been disappointed. read more

Awful experience. This restaurant states that they have vegan options and has a dedicated vegetarian menu. We ordered a vegetarian dish. They put beef in it and argued with us when it clearly states that it is vegetarian on the menu. They then argued with us and refused to replace the dish and wanted us to drive it back to them. They also hung up on us several times. Completely unacceptable. read more

Pardis - Picture of the menu item that states it is vegetarian. - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Glendale, California

This is one of our favorite BBQ spots! The meat is always tender, juicy, and full of flavor. Everything tastes fresh and perfectly cooked. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and the service is always great. We keep coming back! read more

Delicious and authentic Persian food on the fancier side. All of the kebabs are huge in portion and perfectly cooked. The appetizers are also great for sharing and have unique Persian flavors. The interior is beautifully designed and the staff are super friendly and helpful. Definitely the most elevated Persian dining experience I have had. Be aware that the default water option is bottled water, which is not free. Make sure to specifically ask for free water. read more

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Still as good as when I came here a few years ago! The parking lot is shared with Fish King but you'll get a spot if early enough. It's a nice vibe and service was pretty attentive. I highly recommend the chicken kebab. It's super tender and well seasoned. My boyfriend also liked his falafel plate. Plus the iced tea offers free refills. Not bad if you're looking for a date spot where you can have a nice conversation. read more

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I've been going to Pardis for a while now, and honestly, the biggest issue is how inconsistent the food is. Sometimes it's really good, and other times it's just not eatable. I ordered chicken kebab, and it was completely different from the last time I had it. The rice -- which is such an important part of Persian cuisine -- was undercooked. You could actually feel the hardness in every bite, which really ruined the whole dish. When they first opened years ago, the food was amazing. It truly felt like home-cooked Persian food. That's why I keep giving it more chances, hoping it'll be like before. The last time I went, it was actually delicious again -- but then this time, total disappointment. I just don't understand how it can be so inconsistent. I genuinely want to support this restaurant, but the quality and recipes shouldn't change every time. And especially with Persian food, the rice is everything -- it should never be undercooked. I really hope they bring back the consistency they had when they first opened. read more

With Adana "temporarily closed", we ventured over to Pardis this Valentine's... and it was insanely busy. We waited a few minutes extra (even with reservations)... and were thinking "uh-oh... we're not off to a good start". We were seated about 10 minutes late -- acceptable given the sheer volume of clientele that night. Everything just got better from there... our server, Panos, was so friendly, helpful, and ON IT. By the time, we received our appetizers... shirazi salad and hummus with their fresh-baked lavash (to die for)... our rocky start had begun to fade from our memories... once we got our kabobs: shish with barberry rice, and chicken koobideh... we had all but forgotten anything seemed awry upon arrival. We will SO be back!!! And SOON. read more

Went for a birthday party. The food was fresh, tasty, and quite wonderful. The service was very friendly. Plenty of parking. Would definitely go back. read more

Pardis - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Glendale, California

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This restaurant is incredible! I ordered a chicken koobideh (seasoned ground chicken) with baghali polo (Lima Beans and dill) rice. Not only was the food superb the customer service was just as amazing. The owner even came to greet us during our dinner and recommended the Saffron Sunset drink with rose water, which was extremely refreshing. Kimberly & Shadi were amazing as well! Truly appreciate the amazing customer service! We will definitely be back! If you're looking for amazing food and amazing service, I highly recommend stopping by! read more

My family and I go to Pardis at least twice a week for their amazing food and ofcourse most importantly for their one of a kind waiter, Bob. He's Service is exceptional and watches over every client like a hawk. We appreciate their service. read more

They have the best Mediterranean food in Glendale amazing service and love the fresh bread made as you come in their selection of stews and meats are so delicious. And the portions are big so you can do family style ensure and get a bunch of different stuff You have to come here and try it. You will not regret it. read more

What a disappointment. The food lacked even basic seasoning. Raffi's Place was extremely busy as usual, so we decided to give this place a try. Big mistake. read more

We have visited this restaurant a few times now and absolutely love it!! Our first time was for a special occasion and our server was Amin, who was so kind and attentive and very warm with his hospitality! He took great care of us! The food is excellent! Super fresh and the quality is spot on!! The portions are also so big!! We were full the whole rest of the day! We really value quality food and Pardis got it right! This is our people's food so we know good ones from not so much so we really got excited that we discovered a new spot! And let's talk about decor and ascetics! Love love the vibe! Super chic and modern, they really put thought into it! We haven't dined outside yet but it looks great for large parties or family gatherings! Overall, this spot is defining one to put into rotation!! The staff is so friendly and inviting! Loved it all! read more

Pardis restaurant has been a staple in Glendale for many years. The food used to be amazing, however, lately the food is mediocre. The meat is too dry. The chicken tastes bland. The rice doesn't even taste like rice. It's water down mushy and Persians are known for their amazing rice. It's been a while where they've raised their prices and cut down on the quality of food. The place looks great. Their bread is a must have, but they need to work on their food tasting better. I used to order from them once a week for us to enjoy Persian food or to have it on table when I had guests. Very disappointed. read more

We came on a Sunday for kabob, and overall the experience was just okay. It's certainly not a destination spot. While I was pleasantly surprised to see a few traditional Persian dishes on the menu that you don't usually find at other Persian restaurants, the execution fell short. The rice was disappointing, and the meat portions were noticeably smaller than what you typically get elsewhere. The barg was paper-thin, and the koobideh so slim that you could finish it in just a couple of bites. Another odd detail, the house salad came with thousand island dressing, which felt out of place and didn't pair well with the rest of the meal. This restaurant is a real hit-or-miss, and unfortunately, it leaned more toward a miss for us. With so many great Persian options available, this one lacks the refinement and consistency to stand out. You're better off going elsewhere. read more

Upscale Persian and Armenian dishes, nicely presented and attentive staff. Came in on a Friday night and had no problems getting a table right away. Good choice of cocktails, wine, and beer. Extensive menu is organized by different kinds of meat entrees. Parking lot can get full but street parking is an option. The Persian rice is epic in taste and proportion. The lamb shank is tender and flavorful. The lamb neck stew was a bit of a mystery, it comes with a bowl of "juice" and a second bowl with the meat in a stew-like consistency. After asking 3 persons how to approach the dish, one person recommended spooning in bits or bread or rice in the juice and gliding it into the stew. Seemed to work that way. The falafel plate came with six large pieces and delicious accompaniments. Lighting is romantic, good place for celebrations, and they have a front room for large parties that is visible from the sidewalk. read more

Pardis - Falafel Delight - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Glendale, California

Overall my family had a wonderful experience. Ella was so helpful and sweet as she greeted us and all our guests. We had a large party and she made sure we were well taken care of. The atmosphere was welcoming and the food was delicious. Thank you, Ella, for the memorable experience. read more

We have been to Pardis many times and i have to say their customer service isn't always good.but we have come here with family over and over and i think i might not go back.1) they took our drink order and took them 30 min or more to come back and by that time we didn't even order appetizers. We ordered our food which again took a while to come out. We had to ask them for the bread, then they brought it. 2 family members got the order wrong. Another person in our party had their Luleh not cooked. 3 members in using myself ordered dizzi( Abghoosht) any person restaurant should know Abghoosht comes with bread that you eat the meat with and also put it in your soup. I had to ask for the bread which the waitress said our doesn't come with bread! I had to tell her this is how the food is served! It's like ordering burger with no bun. They took forever to bring the bread which the food was cold, the meat looked like they put in blender and had very weird texture. Any Persian chef would know that not what it supposed to taste like or look like. We have had the dizzi here before and it wasn't like this. This was just terrible. I think they are trying but for sure they need their stuff more checking on guest, be faster and also hire a new chef or at least don't have them make traditional Persian food if they can't. read more

Been coming here almost every other week and the food was very good and delicious. I visited pardis recently and ordered koobideh it was very bad and didnot taste like before the rice didnot have saffron and it was uncooked. Asked the waiter for the saffron rice he mentioned they dont have it . Unfortunately will not return to pardis . Thank you for the past experiences when the food had quality and delicious read more

Honestly, I am sad to write this, because I really was hoping for an enjoyable experience, and because people were nice. We drove almost 1.5 hour in traffic to get there. We went there on Saturday. It's a nice atmosphere, nice people, and clean environment. I liked their in house made bread a lot. One of the 2 stars was for these positive experiences. Unfortunately that's where the complements have to stop. For the 4 of us we ordered 4 dishes, lamb chops, lamb shank, sultani beef, and bone in chicken. First only 2 foods arrived. Then the lamb chop came, which was with wrong type of rice. That was taken back and brought back with the correct rice and the final dish. We were unhappy to find out all food were just Luke warm. I put a little butter inside my rice and it didn't even melt!! The lamb shank was really not warm at all. Lamb chop was overcooked and dry. Bone in chicken was OK. Sultani barg was so thin, we wondered how it could have possibly been made that thin. Honestly we'd never ever seen one like that in any restaurant. It was paper thin. And of course it was dry because of it. We looked at waited for our server, who was so overwhelmed that never came by our table again. We were really hungry. So we started eating anyway. Hindsight, we really shouldn't have done that. Our server showed up at the very end with the bill. I told him about issues. He said he wished I'd told him, and I had to remind him that he was nowhere to be found. overall, unpleasant, mediocre food with servers running around trying to catch up with orders. Spent $250 for 4 people was really not worth it. read more

I ordered takeout for my party and the food was amazing. You can really taste the quality and freshness, especially the soltani and the stews, which are the best in LA. Highly recommend this restaurant! read more

We had travelled from the Bay Area to Los Angeles for the rally on Valentine's Day. Afterwards I really wanted to have some good Persian food especially Kabob as I don't have many options in my neighborhood or area. We called a few places who were understandably very busy, and even though Pardis had a very similar situation, they graciously accommodated us, and we were able to get a table and enjoy some good wholesome food. They have a garden area in the back that's very pleasant and we had the opportunity to sit there. They had plenty of heaters and I didn't even feel cold even though we were outside. The kabobs were delish, the portions were incredibly generous and it was definitely worth the wait and experience overall. I will definitely be back and have recommended this place to my friends who currently live in LA. Thank you Pardis! We really appreciate the experience and look forward to returning again soon. read more