If you're looking for the best Persian restaurant in Glendale, you have to try Pardis. The food is exceptional--especially the koobideh and jujeh kebabs. The flavors are so authentic that they took me right back to Iran. The last time I tasted kebab this good was 14 years ago when I was in Iran. Pardis truly captures the traditional taste of Persian cuisine. Once you eat here, you'll keep coming back. In my opinion, it is the best of the best. Highly recommended! read more

Pardis - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Glendale, California

I'm a little late making this review but wanted to make sure they got their praise. I came here for Mother's Day with my boyfriend and mom and the service off the bat was amazing. They were so welcoming and they were very accommodating with my pup. This is a great spot for date night or family dinner. The food exceeded my expectations. You can tell they take pride in their cooking and use high quality ingredients. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

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When this restaurant first opened, the food was pretty good, the service was attentive, and the overall experience felt enjoyable. Unfortunately, over time, the quality has declined significantly. We recently brought guests visiting from another country here, expecting a great experience, and it ended up being embarrassing and disappointing. Despite the restaurant having many empty tables, we waited over 30 minutes to be seated while staff made no effort to accommodate our group by rearranging tables. Once seated, the service was extremely disorganized. Drinks were simply dropped at the edge of the table instead of being served properly, and a glass of wine I ordered never arrived. Appetizers came after the main dishes, tea never came at all, yet we were still charged for it. The food quality was below average. The rice was undercooked, the onions and greens served at the table looked wilted and old, and overall nothing tasted fresh. Even simple details, like serving butter with the bread, were missing. The restaurant felt cheap and poorly managed compared to what it once was. What made the experience even more frustrating was that gratuity was automatically included without it being clearly communicated. The level of service we received did not justify a forced gratuity. Overall, the restaurant seemed chaotic and unorganized despite not being busy. It's disappointing to see how far this place has declined. We left very unhappy and unfortunately will not be returning or recommending it to others. 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

I have been there 2weeks a go i order kaseh kabab , basically this food must have 1 skuer kobideh 1 chicken kabab around 6 prices and 1 change kabab 6 pieces but It has was full of tomatoes and green peppers kabab The price was 45$ read more

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

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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Aryan was amazing waiter .. we enjoyed our night because of him .. his positive attitude and exceptional customer service made out Night memorable.. read more

Food was great the atmosphere was really pleasant Our server Aryan was amazing great personality and very professional provided excellent service .. read more

**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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I'm honestly so sad about writing this review.. I genuinely loved this restaurant. I placed a phone order and went to pick it up, but when I arrived, I was told they had forgotten to enter my order. I ended up having to wait while they prepared it. To be fair, mistakes happen, and the staff were extremely apologetic. Unfortunately, after eating the food, we all ended up feeling sick. Sadly I won't be back :( read more

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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We order Kabab from Pardis once a week and it never disappoints. Must try kabab place

Mario was our server and wow, he was so attentive and kind. Always quick and respectful, we need more servers like this!!

Amazing food. Amazing service. Drinks, appetizers and entrees were all excellent. Servers and owner were very friendly. Pricey but worth it. Accommodated my pup with our party in the back patio. A couple other groups had their pups as well. Will definitely be coming back for occasions or date night. 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

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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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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Family of five, very happy with our server Aryan very attentive and positive , ordered several appetizers, awesome, not to mention freshly baked in house bread, dinner also great and large portions, Will visit soon also order to go. Another positive there is plenty of parking everywhere. Ray B. 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

A very disappointing experience, in comparison to the other reviews. I did personally call to let the manager know how dissatisfied I was with the [take-out] order. For a $49 plate (KASEH KABOB) I was amazed to see the portion--it was not only laughable but also insulting for the price they gauged. Not only that, the inconsideration to the condiments was also a minus. I expect this kind of service from a newly opened cafe on a very busy day, but not from a "well-established" place. No sumac, no butter, no chopped onion/parsley, utensils, or even napkins. I'm glad I didn't place my party package order to be embarrassed by the service. Their consolation was to "bring over your order and we'll add a few pieces to your plate", LOL...sure, let me drop everything and do that! read more

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

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

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

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

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

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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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

Pardis is a great Persian restaurant. The food is good and the ambiance is nice. Service is excellent. Ameen, our waiter was attentive to our needs, while being funny, quick witted and friendly. We will go back and highly recommend Pardis. Make sure to ask for Ameen! 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

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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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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

Very disappointed with the restaurant. Last time there was a mistake on my order and when I called the manager or the owner wasted my time asking so many questions and requesting the receipt to be texted. He finally said there will be a credit for the missing item on my account and next time I order the credit will be applied to the order. I called today to place an order they said there's no information about any credit. Unfortunately I won't order from them again since they don't honor their promises. read more

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

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

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

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

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