We had a fantastic dinner there. The food was awesome!! The service was great especially with Sammy as our waiter. His recommendations were spot on. The atmosphere was really nice as well. We highly recommend this place and will definitely be back many times. It was seriously delicious with great service. How do you beat that...and thanks a bunch Sammy! read more

I loved how the restaurant brought the history of the dishes to life--it made the whole experience feel thoughtful and unique. The food itself was incredibly flavorful and clearly made with care. It's rare to find both great storytelling and execution in one place, and I would definitely go back read more

had in Austin at Roya. Everything was outstanding, especially the Jujeh and Maygoo -- both were incredible and packed with flavor. Easily some of the best Persian food I've ever had. Our server Sami was also amazing and made the experience even better with great service and attention to detail. Can't recommend this place enough. I'll definitely be back soon. read more

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This is the best Persian food I've had in Austin. Roya delivers the full package--great atmosphere, excellent food, and thoughtful service. The space strikes a nice balance: upscale without feeling pretentious. The elegant bar, Persian-inspired artwork, and golden chandeliers create a warm, inviting dining room. We started with the badamjan, a black tahini "next-level" hummus, and the kuku sabzi whipped feta, both served with fresh, out-of-the-oven sourdough taftoon. Everything was outstanding, and the taftoon alone is worth coming back for. For mains, we tried the ghalieh maygoo (colossal shrimp in a tamarind herb stew), maahi seabass, jujeh kabobs, and shirin polo. All were excellent, but the standout was the seabass in narange silk crème saffron sauce--it practically melted in your mouth. Cocktails were equally well done, each with a creative Persian twist. Favorites included the Shiraz 75 and the Ahura Mazda. The wine list is thoughtfully curated, with some unique selections--we especially enjoyed the Yacoubian-Hobbs white blend from Armenia. We finished with saffron and pistachio ice cream sandwiches, a perfect light ending. Service was a highlight. Our server, Sammy, was knowledgeable and gave great recommendations. I also appreciated that the meal was properly paced--no rushing, even though we ordered upfront, which is something many restaurants get wrong. Highly recommend Roya--we'll definitely be back. read more

So the location I have to say is very random for where it is. The restaurant overall is cute when you get upstairs it does feel very date night/Mediterranean. I do recommend a reservation cause it does tend to get packed. I have to say the waitress we had was amazing. She was so nice and knew how to explain each dish very well. I personally enjoyed it, but I will say some of the items were OK for the price points. I did go with somebody that's Persian and they said that this food was more Mediterranean than Persian. The only thing that I will say was phenomenal to me was the lamb shank that's definitely what would get me to keep going back just to order that. We ordered a couple of different plates as you can see there on the photos that I named I will say for the appetizers. I loved the mushrooms because they had that chard taste to them. The yogurt sauce was like tzatziki so really nice. The kebabs were OK. I felt the meat needed a little bit of more flavor. The rice was good, but it was interesting that it had like the crispy ends, but I didn't enjoy a lot of the saffron taste in there. Overall, it's a cute restaurant, but I will say the influencers are making it to a lot more when it's not. Definitely a date night/girls night dinner spot. read more

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Our server Sammy was wonderful and the overall experience was first class all the way. We ordered: Bedemjan, paneer sabzi, and borani appetizers. The one with the mushrooms was the best bite of the entire meal. Do not skip. I have a mushroom hater in my family and he not only tried it but ended up finishing most of it. Our selected entrees were 2 orders of koobideh kabob, which were small and delicate and you could taste the lamb and beef combo. We all got the Australian Wagyu. My youngest liked it best. I enjoyed it but wouldn't choose it as my own meal. We also ordered the Sea Bass, which is my favorite fish. I did not enjoy this dish. The fish was "fishy" and quite expensive for just a piece of fish with nothing accompanying it. The Shirin polo (jeweled rice) was perfect to go with the meats and their taftoon bread (pita) was delicious. While we didn't leave hungry, we didn't have anything left to bring home. For 2 adults, a teen, and a child with 1 alcoholic drink (total) we spent $320. This was definitely an elegant and elevated experience. We love Persian food and are so pleased to have another option in Austin. They ended our meal with some delicious rose/saffron ice cream sandwiches. They were delicious and a perfect small bite to finish up our celebratory meal. read more

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Beautiful restaurant with good food + needs more service refining. Roya is a gorgeous space with beautiful decor and dim light dark interior. As you came in, you felt as if youre transported to a different space. We did reserve before hand but it was not hard to snag one. We had a few things to share: wild mushroom bogani (garlic labneh with very strong wild mushroom taste - very good), lamb kebab (came as two kebabs, very tender and flavorful, one of the best kebabs I have ever tasted), the beef with bone marrow and beans (Ghormeh Sabzi) was unique and quite tasty too. Beef was tender and melt in your mouth. Overall food was good, 8.5/10 in my book, I dont really have a strong taste for Mediterrenean so that might be me. Their service/staffs can be better though. We waited a while before anyone came to check on us and overall staffs probably need more training/refining. Makes sense since they just opened. read more

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We really enjoyed this place. The food was amazing - very exotic. My favorite was the beef dish with bone marrow. It felt like a home-cooked meal. The salad was also really good with a lot of fresh herbs. The pita was really fresh and complementary, which was great for dipping! Another favorite dish was the kebabs, highly recommend! They were very tender, and the flavor was unique. The service was great, although the server kept bringing out bottled water when we had asked for Tap several times. I'm not sure if that was to charge the bill or what?? Overall, it was an amazing experience, the ambience was very classy and the food was amazing. Would love to go back if reservations weren't so challenging to get a hold of. read more

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Great Persian restaurant! Booked a reservation for Wednesday night so we got seated right away. The interior is really beautiful and the seating was comfy. Came with a group of 5 so we ordered a bunch of things and ate family style. Started off with some appetizers. We got a few dips which come with some bread. The Wild Mushroom Borani and Bademian (eggplant base) were my fave. The Paneer Sabzi was solid. Since we were a group of 5 we destroyed the bread and our waiter was nice enough to get us more. We also got the Olivieh was delicious, would highly recommend. For our main dishes we ordered the Ghormeh Sabzi, Aash-e Anar, Fesenjoon, and Koobideh Kabob. They were all great. We also ordered the Shirin Polo, which is a jeweled rice which was great to eat with all the entrees we ordered. The Mast and Torshi were great additions too. We were real big back and ordered the Bastani Sonnati and Pesteh Entremet for dessert. Of the two I think I liked the latter more. Washed it all down with some Black Tea which was served in a beautiful teapot and glasses. Really glad I got to try this spot. The service was fantastic and we all had a great night eating to our hearts content. Would absolutely recommend! read more

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Went last night (March 9, 2026) and overall left pretty impressed! The restaurant itself is beautiful. You walk up a staircase to get to the dining room, and the space feels warm, almost transportive -- dark blue walls, dramatic chandeliers, and a lot of Middle Eastern design elements. It's stylish but still cozy, and the lighting makes it feel like a good place for a date night or a long dinner with friends (though I prefer more bright spaces). Service was excellent throughout the night. The staff was attentive and knowledgeable about the menu, and our server took time to explain the dishes and the story behind the restaurant. We decided to do the Sofreh tasting menu ($85 pp). Price-wise it doesn't really save money compared to ordering à la carte but the benefit is that it gives you a more complete experience. They start by laying a tablecloth at our table. The kitchen also sends out a small complimentary bite to start (for us it was a puff pastry with whipped feta I think inside). One thing I did find interesting though: the server mentioned the dishes are chef-selected and might vary depending on the night. But after looking at other reviews, it seems like most people end up getting almost the exact same lineup of dishes. Olivieh - 4.5/5 This was the first dish. It's essentially a Persian chicken salad bite with a creamy texture, but the flavors were surprisingly complex and really well balanced. A small bite but a great way to start the meal. Bademjan - 5/5 Probably my favorite dish of the night. It almost feels like baba ghanouj, hummus, and tahini combined into one dish. The roasted eggplant, chickpeas, black tahini, crispy garlic, and herbs worked beautifully together. Gojeh Farangi (Tomato Salad) - 4/5 Very fresh and clean -- tomatoes, cucumber, herbs, feta, and vinaigrette. It's nicely done but compared to the other dishes it feels more traditional and not particularly innovative. Ghormeh Sabzi (Persian Herb Stew) - 4.5/5 A classic Persian herb stew with very tender short rib. The sauce is deep and aromatic with a slight tang from dried lime. Not necessarily innovative, but definitely very good and comforting. Koobideh Kabob & Jujeh Kabob - 4.5/5 Both kabobs were cooked really well. The meat was juicy and nicely grilled. Flavor-wise they lean traditional rather than creative, but the execution was strong. Taftoon Bread - 4/5 Freshly baked sesame Persian flatbread. Nothing particularly unique but clearly made fresh and great with the dips. Shirin Polo (Jeweled Rice) - 5/5 This was honestly one of the highlights of the meal. The rice arrives dome-shaped with a crispy tahdig layer on the outside and soft fragrant rice inside. It had nuts, yogurt, and zereshk (barberries), and the crispy layer added incredible texture. They also brought small sides like mast (yogurt dip) and torshi (pickled vegetables) which worked well as palate resets. Pesteh Entremet - 5/5 Dessert was beautiful and very well executed. It's a pistachio layered cake with kataifi crunch, pistachio sponge, white chocolate, raspberry gelée, and yuzu pistachio mousse. The textures were great and the flavors were balanced without being overly sweet. They served it with Persian tea, which was incredibly fragrant and honestly one of the better teas I've had at a restaurant. The whole place feels very intentional. From the atmosphere to the pacing of the meal, you can tell a lot of thought went into the experience. read more

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Roya was recommended by a Yelp friend. Roya is a whole vibe. It's located on Shoal creek Blvd next door to District Kitchen. The name means "vision" in Farsi. You are transported to another place in time...tranquil, calm and meditative. Colorful mosaic steps leas you to the restaurant. You are first struck by the decor...middle eastern flavor, spectacular chandeliers and dark blue soothing walls. The restaurant has a large mirror which reflects the restaurants ambiance. If feels like every square feet of this restaurant was thoughtfully planned. First, the kitchen delivered a gift...petit for of puffed pastry with whipped feta. It was a happy mouth flavor explosion. Roya also have partitioned off rooms for ultimate privacy. I ordered the lamb shack initially but it was a little too fatty for me. My server, David, gladly exchanged it for the Chilean sea bass.. The sea bass was light and extremely flavorful topped with caviar. Really enjoyed this entree. A colleague ordered the short ribs with bone marrow. He enjoyed it very much. There is free parking in front and on the of the building.. read more

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Amir finally get's to cook from his heart and I'm a little bit mad at him for waiting so long. Roya, imo, is the jewel of his food empire, joining Keepers, The District, Oasthouse and Daisy. I met Amir when he opened a little place called District in my hood and has blossomed to multiple restaurants all of different themes. I was ecstatic to hear he was going to bring food from his culture to Austin. Roya is a Persian delight. We were able to snag a seat at the bar, which is where we find ourselves often. He had 200 covers on a Monday night reserved. Best to get a reservation or show up at 4.15pm like we did. The restaurant is very well thought out and beautifully decorated and appointed. It's warm and cozy. Amir came out to say Hi. Our barkeeps were smiley and talkative with us. Amir went through the menu and the obvious choice was the Sofreh, where we could sample several of the dishes and let him choose. Brilliant choice. Suzie had a Zeytoon Martini and I a glass of Chablis. We also had a celebratory sparkling Berlucchi. Delicious. Then the food started showing up: Bademjan. This featured a black tahini with eggplant, onions, chickpeas, crispy garlic, mint, kashk and taftoon. This was a first and will repeated as soon as possible. The puff bread that came with was perfect for dipping/scooping said hummus into my gob. Reminded me of a puffer fish, with sesame seeds on top. Perfect. Grojeh Farangi Salad. Fresh, crispy, tomato, cucumber, with walnut, feta, olives and a herb vinaigrette. Great way to cleanse a palate before tucking into our mains. But prior to that we needed to chomp on an amuse bouche. Olivieh. Just go ahead and bung the whole thing into your pie hole. It was seriously delicious and complex. All the parts paired together for a wonderful punch. Get these.. heck get two orders. Ghormeh Sabzi. Ok, the shiz just got real. What an impressive presentation. Caveman style short rib peaking out of a dark, saucey, roux ocean. It wasn't a roux by any means. Rich herb stew with chunks of short ribs through out. A well placed demi spoon was sticking out the top of the shank and I just grabbed it and took a spoonful of the rich, umami "meat butter". It had a mild, slightly nutty, and sweet flavor profile. The stew was hearty, tangy and delicious. Chunks of tender shank were delicious. The crown of the meal so far. Koobideh and Jujeh Kabobs. A blend of two different kabobs. One of chicken and the other lamb. Each were prepared well and very tasty. Again cooked appropriately, not chewy and lathering some of the sides, like the Mast for instance worked well. Mast, Shirin Polo and Torshi. These are all little like side dishes to munch on and dip stuff into, like the Mast with the Kabob's in my case. The rice (Shirin Polo) which had nuts, yogurt and Zereshk. The outside of the rice will remind one of Socarrat you find in Paella. The rice arrives dome shaped, crispy outside and flavorful soft well spiced rice inside. The Mast was delicious, with the Museer (Persian Shallots) shining through. Where the heck can I get some Persian Shallots to replicate this at home? Bueller? Bueller?.. anyone? Torshi was a pickling concoction of veggies with a herby base, a little goes a long way. We were stuffed, I bagged the rice to take home. There was a special desert, which I didn't get enough information on, served with aplomb. Caramelly in texture and perhaps hazelnut, swimming in a sauce poured on at serving. With a fantastic twill chocolate on top courtesy of the TV Chef winning rock star Dennis. As we finished up and got our tab, two little boxes showed up from the staff. It was a special gift due to our 16th Wedding Anniversary I think. No big presentation, just a heartful Thank you for coming in. Not going to share what was inside, you need to go and check it out yourself. It was a delightful end to an amazing evening. Staff, all were welcoming, efficient, knowledgeable and kind. They all seem as excited to be there as we were. Thank you Amir, for cooking from your heart and bringing this to the rest of Austin. Michelin worthy me thinks. read more

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Met a couple of friends for a last minute happy hour here last month. This location has been many restaurants so I hope this one sticks around for a while! It was authentically decorated inside. We sat at the bar and the bartender was extremely helpful in making choices in food and cocktails. We tried a couple of their apps to share and enjoyed all of them! He custom made a martini for my friend. I look forward to dropping by here again for a full meal and I'm sure future Happy Hours! Easy parking is a big plus too! read more

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Elevated Persian dining at its finest and the hottest new restaurant on the Austin dining scene! My amazing girlfriend snagged reservations for opening week because she knows how obsessed I am with Persian cuisine. This place does not disappoint!!! Stunning ambiance, interesting artwork - a beautiful blend of ethic and modern. Creative, moody, vibey. Perfect for date night or any special occasion. We kicked it off with a couple of mezcal cocktails (absolutely delicious) and decided to splurge on the Sofreh (tasting menu). For $75 per person we received a huge sampling of signature dishes. Each item was better than the next! The small bite appetizers to start (paneer sabzi and chicken salad bite) were bursting with flavor. The salad was refreshing. My favorite items were: - Bademjan - an eggplant dip appetizer served with a delicious soft sesame bread. Presented beautifully with edible flowers and all! - Gormeh Sabzi - fantastic short rib dish in spinach and herb stew. Just melted in my mouth! They served a lovely surprise Persian tea after dessert. It was the perfect end to the experience. The only things I thought could've been better: - The kabobs were a bit undercooked/rare for my taste. - Plates were tiny; would've been nice to have plate and utensil changes between appetizer and main courses. - Service was good but not great. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Amazing! We were in the area and dropped in on a Friday evening. Since all tables were booked, we sat at the bar where we were able to get full service. First off the cocktails were pleasantly good, I ordered the Talla which features a turmeric infused bourbon. The kabobs were delicious and the rice was too. I've never see it served that way, crispy on the outside! Overall we had a great time, especially talking to the bartender/servers. This is a beautiful spot to spend an evening or date night. We'll be back again to try out more of their menu! read more

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My friends and I visited Roya since it had opened recently and I recognized it as the old location of Shortie's pizza which I had been to once. It's really pretty inside with very dark, moody, luxurious style seating and finishes as well as a nice bar area in the center. We sat at the bar and were able to order our meal. We had the paneer subzi (very different from Indian paneer!) which was a tasty feta spread with a flatbread and the salad which was in a nice herbal pesto/vinaigrette type of thing. That was quite fresh and nice. We had the cauliflower kebab which was basically a head of cauliflower on a green spread that I couldn't quite place what was in it, but it was very vegetal and more on the sour side. Overall okay, I didn't think the cauliflower was really seasoned all that much. The restaurant is overpriced, similar to a lot of high-end restaurants in Austin. I wasn't really satisfied by the end of the meal and spent quite a bit. I love that they are introducing Persian cuisine to the area, but I don't think I'll be coming back. read more

Parking isn't too bad The ambiance is really well done. Love the decor! The food was so good. Definitely want to come back to do the table cloth service menu. It was really busy too which is fun. read more

Roya was a treat! I came with 5 other friends for an early dinner, we tried to get a 6:30p reservation about two weeks ago and they were fully booked - so settled for a 5p reservation. Lots of parking available in their lot, the restaurant is gorgeous. Modern furniture with bold, dark colors. They have a small menu to allow you to order drinks first, then apps, then entrees. Service is top notch from taking your orders to clearing the table. Food was really good. I loved the lamb kabob, saffron rice and chips and dip. Although I thought $25/26 for 1 chicken kabob is really pricey. Overall it was a well paced dinner, but the bill was pretty highs read more

Absolutely 10/10 experience. Every single dish was a banger. Service was amazing. Get the Sofreh (chef's tasting menu). Trust. read more

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Hot take: all restaurants serve food. Very few serve experience and hospitality. Roya does. From the second we walked in we were being welcomed, not just fed. The food? Insane dude. Layered, thoughtful, rooted in history yet still a fresh and exciting take. But the part I can't stop thinking about is hearing chef talk about the journey of having a vision and waiting until it could be done fully, the right way. This isn't his business, this is his heart and legacy and it's so beautifully vulnerable to share your culture in your own way. You can feel that patience in the space. In the food. In the way you're taken care of. We did the Sofreh tasting and honestly they could probably stand to raise their prices lol it was an incredible value. 4 good appetites still had some leftovers for this family style tasting experience and everything was just perfect. all the flavors were robust ranging from savory to floral to herbaceous. all the meats were high-quality and perfectly cooked and the rice. Well, that's just a thing of beauty. The tea and dessert service at the end was adorable, but the appetizers were such a strong start. The little Iranian chicken salad cups (I know I just totally butchered that) but oh my God I could've eaten 78. I just had an amazing experience and can't wait to go back read more

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Yojan made this experience. What would have been a 3 star review is now a 5 star review. Our reservation that was for 7pm didn't get sat till nearly 8 pm. The hostess upstairs was not very friendly and not accommodating. Once we sat and talked to Yojan (apologies for spelling if it isn't correct) he made it right. He brought complimentary bites and our meal from then on out was exceptional and service was unmatched. The tasting menu was outstanding and every bite was so flavorful and we do not have anything like this in Austin. Drinks and Lebanon wine were all so complimentary to the dishes. The kebabs and dips were very delicious. This needs to be on your list to check out soon! read more

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This was an absolute amazing experience! When I found out there was a new authentic Persian restaurant in Austin I immediately went to the website and made a reservation. As soon as you walk in, you are greeted by two hostesses downstairs that then call to the hostess upstairs with your name and reservation time. As soon as you get up the stairs, they greet you by name and walk you over to your table. We picked the perfect time to go because there were not a lot of people yet. The decor is absolutely gorgeous, you feel like you are traveling back in time. Lots of bold and bright colors to bring a perfect balance of peace and serenity. Our server did a great job at explaining the menu and the process to us. He gave us the history on the chef and how all of his recipes are curated from his childhood memories and meals from eating meals from his grandmother. He also informed us that the chef likes the order put in completely, so be sure to have your appetizer, meal, and sides, ready to be put in all at once. The cocktail was absolutely amazing, all fresh ingredients no syrups, it felt very clean, absolutely delicious, and not too strong. Our kebabs were absolutely amazing and paired perfectly with the mast yogurt sauce. The salad was very bright, clean, just so fresh and excellent. The chicken was absolutely delicious, and though the stew looks very dark and gives the impression that it might have a strong flavor, the flavor was very gentle and not overbearing. It was so delicious! The rice was amazing, I absolutely love the crunchy rice, but my husband was a bit more standoffish with it. I took all the crispy to myself and left him more of the soft rice. The bread is baked fresh to order and it was absolutely worth the wait! I just don't think I can go on enough about this place, it was an absolute amazing experience. By the time we were finishing our food, I was already feeling very full because I was forcing myself to eat more than what I could handle, but we ordered dessert anyway. First of all, it looks too pretty to eat, an edible work of art. It was light and delicious, not too sweet, and it actually made me feel less full. I am already looking for dates in July to make my next reservation and go back. They truly make you feel like family. read more

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Roya is owned by Chef Amir Hajimaleki, who also owns District Kitchen. If you loved Chef Amir's grandmother's shakshuka recipe at District Kitchen, then you will love Persian food at Roya. It's the most elevated Persian restaurant that's hit Austin, but looks like it was transported from West L.A., where the best Persian food in the country resides. We ordered the sofreh for $85/person. It's a preset menu of Chef's choice including the lace tablecloth, bone marrow, short ribs, koobideh, saffron rice, and whipped feta spread. I requested the koobideh in the sofreh. Austin is no longer lacking in elevated Persian food. With the sofreh, the Chef was able to accommodate my gluten and cow lactose allergies on the fly. The surprise at the end was cardamom and rose hip tea service, poured by the server, with dessert. My husband was served a beautiful layered cake and I was served a pomegranate and dried fruit sorbet. Our server, Alex, came from a three star Michelin restaurant, Benu, in San Francisco (~$518+/person)! No wonder we felt like we were dining at a three star Michelin restaurant! Alex is the most overqualified server in all of Austin. I asked the service manager, "Where did you find this guy?!". Our gifts home were two mini boxed dessert cookies with a sachet of tea. read more

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We visited this place today right after opening. We arrived around 4:19 PM, and there were plenty of empty tables available. There were many tables for two, but the hostess refused to let us choose one and insisted we sit at the bar. When I asked why, she said all tables were reserved for 5 PM. We ordered two dishes and drinks at the bar. The interior is beautiful and the food itself was good. My wife ordered Wagyu for $65, and I ordered a kebab for around $30. However, they brought only one plate, placed it in front of my wife, and told us that "the rest of the food is coming." I waited about 15 minutes and nothing arrived. When I asked about my dish, they said everything had already been combined into one plate. If that's the case, it was very poorly communicated. The portion of Wagyu was extremely small--maybe $10 worth at best--and it made no sense why they told us to wait for more food if everything had already been served. We left the restaurant at 5:15 PM, and most of the tables were still empty. On our way out, I asked the same hostess why we weren't allowed to sit at a table, and she simply said it was her job to assign seating. If you're spending $175 for two people, you expect clear communication about what you're being served and at the very least to be seated at a proper table--not forced to sit at the bar for no good reason. Terrible experience. We ended up going somewhere else afterward just to get rid of the negative feeling. Would not recommend. P.S. The place is new, but the dishes were already chipped. read more

Roya - Middle Eastern Near Me - Austin, Texas

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As someone who always says we don't have enough middle eastern restaurants in Austin, I was ecstatic when Roya opened up. The restaurant is massive and the decor is done really nicely. They have a patio area that they are still working on, but I can only imagine that will be beautiful once it's done. The service was phenomenal as well. All the waiters were incredibly attentive and nice. The food was solid! Nothing mind blowing, but good enough for me to come back. It was a bit on the pricier side for what these items would traditionally cost at a normal Persian restaurant, but hey, that's Austin for you. Now for the other side of the coin: The tahdig from the rice was a bit disappointing, it should be much crispier than it was. The Jujeh Kabob came with one skewer. For $25, that is extremely overpriced. Lastly, naming a drink Ahura Mazda seems a little sacrilegious. That's the name of the Zoroastrian god... feels like something different could be done there instead. read more

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Finally an authentic Persian restaurant in Austin! I loved the vibe of Roya and had such a wonderful experience here. We had the Sofreh, which was great as we wanted to try as many dishes as possible. The black tahini was to die for. All of the kabobs were delicious. The dessert was soo good and it paired nicely with the tea. read more

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Roya exceeded every expectation. We couldn't get a reservation because it's such a hot spot right now, so we decided to show up right when they opened. I mentioned to the gentleman at the front (who I believe may have been the owner) that we had driven in from Dallas and were celebrating our anniversary. Without hesitation, he welcomed us warmly and seated us at a beautiful table with a handwritten "Happy Anniversary" card waiting for us. That small gesture set the tone for the entire evening. They surprised us with complimentary champagne and delicate cream puffs, which was such a classy and thoughtful touch. For dinner, we ordered koobideh and joojeh kabob served with shirin polo, along with mast with garlic. We started with the bademjan and taftoon bread. Every dish was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious -- rich flavors, perfectly cooked meats, fragrant rice, and authentic taste that truly honors Persian cuisine. The service was top notch from beginning to end -- attentive, warm, and genuine without being overbearing. The decor, ambiance, and music create an atmosphere that feels both elegant and deeply rooted in Persian culture. It's trendy and vibrant, yet still intimate enough for a special occasion. Roya delivered not just a meal, but an experience. We'll absolutely be back -- and next time, hopefully with a reservation. read more

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Amazing experience. We loved the food and the vibe. It felt wonderful to be there and the service was spot on. We ordered the tasting menu and it didn't disappoint. From start to finish each dish was a treat. I loved the bone marrow and the eggplant dishes. I don't remember the names so my advice is to splurge and get the tasting menu. Even large appetites wit take food home. I highly recommend Roya. read more

As soon as you walk in the smells were enticing, Food was incredible! We loved the barani, gojeh farangi, aash & bastani!! Service was great as well-- staff was friendly & accomodating. Ambiance was stellar. Highly recommend! read more

Roya - Middle Eastern Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great new addition to the Austin scene! The food was delicious and Sami was an excellent server - I already reserved my next trip there. The bone marrow dish and ice cream sandwich were fantastic. read more

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We went for a late lunch and had a really lovely experience overall. The eggplant appetizer was delicious, and the mushroom appetizer was also very good. The zeytoon parvarde was amazing, full of flavor and one of our favorite starters. For the mains, the koobideh was very soft and tender, though not the best koobideh we've ever had. The jooje kabob was well-cooked and tasty. We also tried the lamb shank gheimeh, which ended up being my favorite dish, rich, comforting, and very flavorful. As for dessert, the bastani sonnati was fantastic, the halva was so good, and everything felt very authentic and satisfying. Overall, the food was enjoyable, the portions were generous, and the atmosphere made the experience even better. Definitely a nice spot for a Persian meal, especially if you're going with a group and want to try a variety of dishes. read more

Lovely Persian restaurant. The atmosphere is spot on and our server was very friendly and helpful. We got the Sofreh, which is a family style tasting menu. It included a salad and 2 appetizers plus bread, 3 kebabs, 2 stews, dessert and cardamom-rose tea, plus a gift to take home. Roya is a great addition to Allandale and Austin. read more

Roya - Middle Eastern Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I have been to Roya's three times in their first month of operations and I am just so amazed every single time I go. The food, the drinks, the atmosphere, and of course the friendly staff make this place such a unique experience. You will not be disappointed. read more

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I had a great meal at the bar. Hunter was a great bartender and server. Service was amazing and food was great. Definitely going back.

Where do I even begin? Austin is home to some truly world-class culinary experiences, and Roya is undoubtedly among the top. Truly. I can't think of another time when a meal made me feel as though I was genuinely traveling to another part of the world the way this one did. The flavors, and their depth, were unlike anything I've ever experienced. It felt as though my tastebuds were encountering entirely new dimensions of flavor, and that is a rare and special thing. I honestly could not believe how extraordinary each dish was, and how with every bite the flavor remained just as vibrant, just as forward, and just as impactful as the very first. And the freshness...everything was so incredibly fresh. A masterful balance of decadence and lightness. The cocktail I ordered was so incredible I had to pause in complete silence just to process it, to understand how everything could be this good and this unique at once. Here is what we ordered, and there is not a single thing I wouldn't get again: Bademjan, Paner Sabzi, Farangi Salad, the Olives, Mushroom Borani, Taftoon sourdough, Shirin Polo, the Ajeel cocktail, two desserts, their tea, and their coffee. It was an absolute feast at an impressive value! This felt like a Michelin-star-worthy Persian dining experience. My entire table was genuinely in disbelief the whole meal. We were laughing about how good this experience was. The atmosphere is just as breathtaking as the food. It strikes the perfect balance between charming, cozy, and romantic while still feeling vibrant and very alive. The space is colorful, layered, and thoughtfully designed, the ideal setting to enjoy a menu this transportive. Just, bravo. Wow. This is the kind of dinner that makes you want to meet the chef. Good food and good drinks are among the best parts of being alive, something we all get to share. And when you are given an experience this special, this new, this unforgettable, flavors you've truly never encountered before, it feels like such a gift. Thank you. read more

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Food- Persians are used to generous food portions. Traditional "khoreshts" can not pass as "mazeh" in very small portions. The kabob skewers are a portion good for a five year old child. Service- excellent service by the waiter. Elevator was not working which made it hard to climb for most of the elders. Ambiance- beautiful decor. To my judgment as a truly Persian woman who cooks for friends and family, this place cannot be called "Persian" but rather a mix of different mediocre foods from the middle east read more

incredible service that was friendly and helpful with navigating the menu. the quality of ingredients was sublime, and if you are keen on a libation or two the drinks menu is unique in all the right ways. the whole vibe of the restaurant is impeccable. no notes, i cant wait to go back to try more dishes! if you are unfamiliar with the cuisine, or hell even if you are, the prix fix menu is read more

I ate at the bar and they were friendly and accommodating. There are 8 seats at the bar. I really liked the unique rice.

I waited too long after the soft opening to leave a review so I can't remember the names of anything we had. First it's absolutely gorgeous and sexy inside. A good place for a romantic date or tryst. Wink wink. What I'm trying to say it's dark and moody in a good way. What's not so good are my eyes and the menu was really hard to read between the font and the lack of light and my eyes of a certain age. Okay back to the food and drink. The cherry margarita is lip smacking good! I should've had more than one. We had the chicken salad cups and those were yummy! Don't ask me the names of anything. I know we had shrimp and beef kebabs, eggplant dip, olives, and lamb. Everything was delicious. I wish I knew what the dessert was called but you can't go wrong with anything you pick. I'd go back for the margarita and dessert alone! If I didn't live in Hays county I would have been back. So if you're looking for a great date place or a small group this is the place! I did notice a private area for a bigger party and think this would be a great place for a birthday. read more

We did the Sofreh dinner and it was delicious. Getting to try so many different dishes was a great experience and all the dishes were great. If you go, try the badmejan! It was awesome. The service was also lovely. Try it, it's great. read more