Before coming here I'd never tried Persian food, and let me tell you, I've been missing out! We started with the bread basket and this sweet yogurt dip at the table and this only continued to get better as the meal went on! Next, we tried the Dolmeh (stuffed grape leaves) and they were the best I've ever had! To the point where I almost ordered some to go! For our main courses we got the Vegetarian Kabobs and the Beef Kabob which came with rice and both of us didn't leave anything on our plates! Finally, for dessert we split the Baklava and Persian Hot Tea and I think I just about died and went to heaven! The Baklava was so sweet and crispy but then just melted in your mouth! We ate outdoors because it was a really nice night but the inside looked adorable. It's very small (maybe 6 tables) so I highly recommend making a reservation if you know you want to sit inside on a weekend. The wait staff was super friendly and we will definitely be going back. Also, it's BYOB!! It's rare to find a restaurant in Hoboken that's BYOB and not Italian or sushi so this is a big plus! Also, their lunch specials look great so I'll be checking that out in the near future! read more

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We have been eating from Seven valleys since they opened. I love it - a bit pricey for the portions. Its a cute spot. You can sit in the garden in the back which is really nice. Just ask them most people don't know about it. My favorite dish is the chicken kabob plate. The rice is fantastic. I feel they need better bread for sure and the portions are a bit small for the prices. You often find yourself adding an extra skewer. read more

The best food!! And a BIG YaY.. Oh MY!! This place offers a party of flavors.. I accidentally ended up at this restaurant and haven't stopped going ever since.. They offer food that's mainly Persian style of cooking. You have simple ingredients with the most flavorful taste. I have tried most of the veggie menu options but always end up ordering vegetarian kabob with basmati Rice as the grilled veggies are a delight. Perfectly balanced meal. read more

Seven Valleys - Perfectly grilled veggies with basmati rice - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

I have been wanting to try this for a while now and finally had the chance go. We sat outside in the outdoor seating they have. I liked what they are doing considering the difficult circumstances we are all in. First off, it is a byob which are becoming few and far between in Hoboken. If you forget a bottle of wine there is a liquor store with a decent selection down the block. Now lets get to the food, the vegetarian kebab had all sorts of vegetables on there and they were cooked nicely. The eggplant was not mushy which is always a fear when cooking with it. The Hummus that is served with the veggie kebob is the game changer. We ordered a 2nd helping because it was so good! I usually stay away from ordering hummus at places because it always tastes average to me but this one was a step above. The spiced meat kebab and beef kebab were both solid. We had a couple chewy pieces of beef but thats normal since there was fat on there. Shirazi salad is good and refreshing. It is a perfect compliment to the fatty meat. They also have a bunch of different stews if you like those. It was hot outside so I wasn't in the mood for a stew but if you are they look authentic. I think some of them are spicy so make sure you get a toilet paper in the freezer just in case. Come check this place out. It is a blend of persian/mediterean food and it was all pretty good. The staff were very kind as well and did all they can to make the experience fun. Good job Seven Valleys! read more

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Nice cosy little restaurant. Good service. In general, this restaurant feels like it cooks all it's plates from scratch which I like. Had hummus as a starter. I could definitely tell the difference between persian hummus and israeli hummus. I think it has less tahini and maybe not blended quite as much? I know every restaurant may have their own recipe. Nice to try something different. I had Ghormeh sabzi stew and my husband had chicken breast kabobs. Stew had a lot going on and they definitely used dried lime because I got one! I wasn't sure so I didn't but nice to know it was in there. :) Husband like his chicken breast kabobs and said the chicken was juicy. I would definitely go again and try other dishes. read more

Great, authentic food, very friendly serve, and a nice atmosphere. Recommend and look forward to dining here again.

I went to Seven Valleys, and the food was incredible. I had the chicken kebab with cherry rice, and it was the best meal I've ever had in my life. The staff is so friendly, talking to you like old friends. The funny part? Every time I go, they play my favorite song. Honestly, Seven Valleys is the best. read more

Ordered for take out from Seven Valleys after a vet visit today and wow! The chicken breast kabob and rice were perfect!! The rice was buttery and aromatic. The chicken kabobs were flavorful, juicy, and simply delicious!! Next time, we'll eat in. read more

Seven Valleys - Chicken Breast Kabab - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

We threw a birthday party for our three year old daughter in the garden patio of Seven Valleys on 7/8/2022 and IT WAS AMAZING! We had about 20 guests and everyone fit comfortably in the space, along with all the seating necessary. The tables also came with large, expansive umbrellas, which made the seating area as comfortable as possible. Maryanne (the Owner) and Alex (the Manager) were very accommodating throughout the entire planning process and provided a great selection of items to choose our menu from. They even allowed us to choose from the brunch menu (which is normally only served on the weekends). Alex was really the difference between an OK party and the great party that it turned out to be. Alex was super helpful and even sometimes when we needed extra things like candles or a screwdriver, she went out of her way to provide assistance. She also made sure the food came out on time, hot, and ready to eat. We really wouldn't have had a wonderful time, if not for her. Lastly, but definitely not least, the food was EXCELLENT! Every one of our guests kept praising the food and there were plenty of left overs for people to take home and enjoy more. We were really surprised at the quantity of food we received for the size of our party and the price that we paid for it. This is absolutely a great place to inquire with, if you're looking to throw an event. The location, food, customer service, and price were perfect for our needs! read more

Great food, great service, I am salivating about their kebabs now, but they are a bit far away

It was our second time at Seven Valleys. Came here three weeks ago for the first time as it might be the only Persian place in the Hoboken/JC area. Both times we had the same server who was really trying to do his best, but with the constant pick ups and deliveries it just seems impossible to keep up with the proper service. He really needs a second person to help either as a busboy/girl or a person responsible for deliveries. Or he should learn to prioritize the people who are already dining in over delivery guys. The water came after 30 min that we were already sitting down and had our appetizers. And don't get me wrong the server is really sweet and responsive but packing and bringing deliveries just takes up 90 per cent of his time. In 50 minutes that we were there he probably sent 10-12 deliveries so imagine how much packing he had to do plus dealing with delivery people.I believe this issue should be taken into consideration by the owners and help should be hired. The food was exceptional both times!!! I love the sabzi and we tried two different kebabs. As well as salads and hummus. Everything was just on point!! Another shout out on decor, it is very cute, and all the plants give a true garden feel!! P.S. please take off the bell from the front door the sound is insanely annoying as delivery guys walk in and out literally every 5 minutes and someone having dinner just cannot relax. read more

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Got takeout here during covid. I ordered the chicken kabob breast pieces with a side salad and basmati rice and it was delicious! It comes with a tomato and lime wedge. The chicken pieces were very tender and juicy. The side salad was simple with cucumbers but the flavors were tangy. Can't wait to dine in! read more

Seven Valleys - Chicken Breast Kabob - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

We eat at Seven Valleys nearly every week. Recently , we catered from them for our party and the food and service was fantastic. I especially like their chicken kebabs. read more

Decent Persian food but way overpriced for the size, service, and quality. Ambiance: only done delivery which has been 10-15 minutes later then expected. The order: Tadik with stew (always tiny portions), Persian ice cream (really small portion), Shirazi Salad, Chicken Breast Kebob, Soltani The taste: Better then average but not amazing. The tadik was dried out, the ice cream is good, Shirazi has way too much vinegar, and the chicken was good but didn't come with sauce or sumac. Service: Very late and the food was cold. Overall: Very overpriced for the size portions. It looked like someone ate half of the portion and put it back. Would not recommend ordering delivery based on my experiences. Food is good but much better out there. read more

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4*s for food...3* max for service On my second, and most recent, visit to Seven Valleys, I was completely appalled by their service - not in the sense that they weren't friendly, but rather due to their slowiness and ineptitude. My friend and I had both enjoyed the food there in the past and thought it would be a good spot for a late dinner. When we arrived, the staff let us know that the kitchen would be closing in about 35 minutes, but that they could still accommodate us. We were thrilled and promptly greeted by an over-eager man jumping at the chance to take our order. My friend was not starving, so she asked if she could add chicken to one of the salads. The server told her that they were unable to do that, as the salad portion was simply too small for that. Discouraged, she decided to select 2 appetizers, rather than 1 complete entree. I, on the other hand, was as hungry as usual, so I asked for my dual Kabob platter to include one chicken and one vegetable skewer. I also selected a salad over rice for my included side dish. The waiter recorded our requests and went off to assist other tables. He stopped back a few moments later, asking if we wanted all of the food to arrive at the same time. We confirmed that we did, as the appetizers were acting as my companion's main course. Well, after about 40 minutes, which was now way past the time when the kitchen was supposed to be closing, my friend's two dishes arrived. I gave her my blessing to start eating without me, but after another 10 minutes, I still had not received my meal. I asked another server if my food was on its way, and she confirmed that it was. Meanwhile, I snacked on a few forkfuls from my friend's plate. Another 10 minutes went by, taking the total waiting time to a hour. I again asked about the status of my food and mentioned that my friend was almost done with her meal. I clarified that those small plates were her dinner; we were not sharing them. The server seemed shocked and quickly dashed off to get my entree. At that point, my food arrived almost instantaneously and was absolutely delicious. The Marinated Chicken Kabob was well-seasoned and tender. The Vegetarian Kabob included chargrilled eggplant, green peppers, mushrooms, onions, and tomatoes, all similarly herbed and perfectly cooked. My side Shirazi was a fresh blend of chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion in a house dressing of olive oil, lime juice, and parsley. What really disappointed us was that the food at Seven Valleys was so spectacular, but no meal was worth that amount of confusion and frustration. read more

I highly recommend this restaurant, you'll love it. My friends took me here for my birthday and I could not be happier. I ordered salmon with saffron rice and O-M-G it was so delicious! I devoured that dish in less than 5min. Also, if you're into grape leaves, you must try theirs too! The place is located in Hoboken, it's a small and very cozy place. The atmosphere I really nice and I love the decor, makes you feel at home. There's this one big table by the window which you will get to share with other people if you're ok, I'm ok with that, it was 5 of us sharing the table with a couple, wasn't weird at all lol. We were all focused on the food and how good it was. Definitely you should try it if you like Persian Food, you won't regret it. read more

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Their lunch especial is very very very smaaaaaalll! It just an starter, but they charge you full price! Rice quality is very very very loowwwwwww!! Basically they r scammers They are not geniun Persian restaurant! read more

Some of the best salmon I've ever had! Felt light but also very satisfying. The staff were very kind and helpful.

My husband and I went here for dinner within the first few months (definitely the first year) of them opening up in town. It was a welcomed addition to uptown-what a nice change of pace from all of the Italian restaurants! The ambience is so cute-simple, clean, touches of culture in the Knick knacks on the front right wall, and a bit of greenery to help lighten the space. It's not large-it probably at max capacity seats 20 maybe a few more in the whole restaurant, so if you're coming with a group, I'd go early (or maybe call?). We started with a few of the dips/mezzes, and had the kabobs for dinner with a side of cherry rice (per the waiters suggestion). I forget what we had to drink, but it was some sort of traditional tea or drink that we loved... and the food was all amazing. So flavorful, HUGE portions (you could likely share an entree with someone unless you're really hungry). Such a nice addition to the neighborhood-looking forward to going back! read more

Seven Valleys - Menu on 3/16 - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

I absolutely love the atmosphere! It's so cozy! If you have a relatively small party and the weather is good you're gonna love your time at the back yard! The food is delicious! I've tried Koobide Kabob, Fesenjun and Kashk e Badmjan! All tasted yummy read more

Seven Valley's has been a frequent take out option for us during the pandemic. I know absolutely nothing about Persian food, but have a sincere interest in knowing absolutely everything about Persian food. What I really like about the menu at Seven Valleys is that they make several of the dishes with meat or vegetarian. As a non-meat eater I really appreciate getting to eat the traditional dishes everyone else can order but that have been tweaked to suite vegetarians. Which brings me to my favorite dish here, not a vegetarian friendly dish but rather a pescatarian friendly dish, the salmon (cooked in a lemon saffron sauce and served with Baghali (PERSIAN DILL, LIMA BEAN & SAFFRON) rice. This is without question my favorite take/delivery salmon dish from any local restaurant. The price point is right in the middle, the rice side is delicious, and the salmon is always nicely cooked and never fishy. read more

Seven Valleys - Eggplant spread appetizer - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

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Came here spontaneously with my BF and this place was BOMB!! The waiter gave us recommendations which were great! They give a good portion of food and was pumped to have left overs! read more

We picked up the chicken lunch special to go and it was perfect. The portion was perfect for lunch and the chicken was really flavorful. The lunch special came with rice, salad and a choice for dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth and end on a happy note. Overall, the order and pickup was seamless and the food super tasty. Can't wait to go back! read more

Highly recommend this restaurant! First of all the atmosphere is cute and cozy. I love the decor and all the plants. Second, the food is fantastic. First, they serve you some warm bread and a yogurt dip. The bread here is amazing! So soft and warm. The appetizers were great too. We ordered Kashke Bademjan, which is an eggplant dip, which was tasty. We also got the Tahdig which was good, but I didn't expect the lentils to be a bit bland. I thought the dish lacked flavor, but maybe that's how it's made? I especially love the pulao - we had the veggie kebab which was really good. I highly recommend trying the pulao. The Albaloo polo was so good - sweet cherry flavored rice. I also liked Baghali polo, very soft and fragrant. Finally, the service was so nice. They seated us at the huge 8 person table since it was the only one open and they packed up our food so nicely for us. Highly recommend! read more

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I really wanted to like this place because it is so close to us and had such great reviews, but after making a rare dining trip to eat Persian food for Nowruz (the new year celebrated in much of western and central Asia), I was sorely disappointed. The suggestions here come from 1) having grown up with the cuisine and culture, and 2) growing up with a parent who worked in Persian restaurants (and fine dining in general) for many years. I write this in the earnest hope that management takes the criticisms to improve. As of now, I would take the longer drive to practically any Persian restaurant in North Jersey before returning here. If there is any clientele that they are catering towards, it is not those who are intimately familiar with the food or culture. I guess that works for Hoboken. First of all, I had seen several Nowruz specials advertised on the restaurant's instagram stories. When we arrived, however, all but one of the specials had run out. Not even the traditional sabzi khordan (a very traditional herb and cheese platter that practically all Persian restaurants have year-round), which they had advertised as a "special." How any restaurant lacks the oversight to maintain its holiday dinner specials past 8pm is curious to me. We have gone out extremely rarely during the pandemic, so given the luxury of the evening, this was a big disappointment. What we did order was overall average, especially for the price. I could see how this would be exciting for someone who might not know the food at all. However, if you are Iranian, you know damn well that the beef kabob (labeled on any other Persian menu as "barg kabob") should be done with filet mignon, and therefore should be lean and tender. This was not that. It also most certainly was not "char grilled" as advertised. Instead, the kabob seemed like it had been broiled, with none of the dark crisp color around the edges--on either the chicken or beef skewers--that one would expect. I also did not expect the beef kabob to be so fatty. I will say that the marinade was very good, but the cut was not at all right. The rice was fine. The shirazi salad and the gheimeh were alright, if not a little oversalted. I would recommend anyone who come here maybe stick to those options, they give you a decent intro to the cuisine. Service was very slow. I do not fault the server so much as management for not realizing that this would be such a busy day for to-go orders in addition to dine-in orders. It took over 10 minutes in a restaurant of 4 tables (none with more than two people) to even get the menu card, or a glass of water. The waiter was very occupied helping manage take-out orders. They clearly could have used another hand on deck, at least just for the holiday. Finally, this is the only Persian restaurant I have ever seen in my life where there was not even a traditional Nowruz spread to be seen anywhere. While I understand this may seem a little thing to some, but it is honestly what makes a Persian restaurant feel familiar and welcoming for the new year. I know that it's a pandemic year, but for those of us who are part of the culture--it's like coming to a Christmas dinner with no Christmas decor to be found. It really did feel spiritless, and I was surprised (as was my non-Iranian partner) when walking in. Honestly, it just made me feel more homesick. Seven Valleys, I would love to see you do better. Persian cuisine must reflect care and hospitality. I get that times are tough, and I see overall others have enjoyed your food, but personally, I was expecting more. read more

Now that everything has finally opened up it's time to feast as much as possible time to get back out and support all the little spots again and so we decided to take a trip to Hoboken with the family and go to this little gem of a restaurant. This Iranian cuisine is a cute little restaurant located on 10th street and is just the cutest place. The decor is a mix of boho chic with Mediterranean vibes. We were greeted by a lovely young lady and sat outside. The seating is super pretty with lovely flowers surrounding you and the lovely sight of people walking in the neighborhood. You might think that's funny or absurd but the fact that we are able to go out again makes you want to see people as much as you can Now let's get to the good part. The FOOD Appetizers: we ordered the masto khiar which is yogurt with dill and cucumber and garlic. It's super refreshing and light. We also ordered the tahdig with a side stew (gheimeh) Tahdig is hands down one of the best dishes in the Persian cuisine. It's friend crispy rice and then you can pour the stew on top. We all were fighting for the last bite. MUST HAVE. For dinner we ordered the mix medley grill, a mixture of ground beef kabob, a beef kabab skewer and chicken kabab skewer which came with two sides of Persian rice. (PERSIAN RICE IS FANTASTIC) The kababs were super juicy and delicious. Very flavorful. For drinks we had sodas, a salty yogurt drink (very refreshing and minty) and tokhmeh sharbati which is a sweet drink mainly of rose water, honey and chia seeds. And for dessert we couldn't resist ordering the Persian saffron ice cream and Persian black tea. If you are in the area you must stop here. It is tasty and delicious. Can't wait to be back. Also have to note that we were served by a lovely server, he was super attentive and friendly. A side note, the place was spotless, everyone was wearing masks and gloves and practicing the regulations. Amazing spot read more

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Great great kebabs! Ordered takeouts of Bakhtiari Kabab (beef and chicken) - very flavorful and just yummy yummy. Good portion which I got half rice and half shirazi salad. Also got the lamb shank, though it was a good portion, I wasn't too huge fan of its sauce which to me was a little too light. I liked the seasonings on the kebabs much better. read more

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Had dinner at Seven valleys last night and everything was delicious. Ordered the tahdig with fesenjan to start, the veggie kebab, and the veggie ghormeh sabzi. All were really good but the ghormeh was the standout. Amazing! We finished off the dinner with their baklava and rose petal ice cream. Literally would come back just for this ice cream every day. Highly recommend if you're in the mood for food that tastes like amazing home cooking without any of the clean up. read more

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This is a nice little place on busy Washington Street that has really tasty food that you don't see in a lot of places. Unusual, unique, and delicious. read more

Must eat: all the specialty rices (but the one with the cherries was my favorite), all the apps (the sauteed eggplant was my favorite). Great addition to the neighborhood, which does not have a wide variety of food genres. The food was very tasty and flavorful. The apps and salads are smaller potions, but the size of the entrees was pretty large. Really really tiny yet pretty space, but expect to wait because there are not a lot of tables. I think they will probably change the layout aftwr a few months of being open but as of now the tables are cramped and a little awkward. And its BYO! read more

Seven Valleys - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

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We love this place! Beautiful food and presentation, kind and careful service. I recommend the kabob, the rice cake with chicken and pomegranate seeds, and the platter for two with many little dishes to try and combine. read more

Love this place!!! Always get the Baghali Polo and Chicken Fesenjan. Feels like it brings me straight to 18th century Persia. Can't recommend this spot enough. read more

We've ordered here before and totally enjoy most of the dishes! This time we chose Fessenjon with chicken and rice, which was prepared just right.... sweet and tangy. The addition of fresh pomegranate kernels sprinkled on top added a burst of fresh flavor. We also ordered the beef kabob and upgraded to filet migon! Very tender steak with rich flavor came with basmati rice. Totally worth the upgrade! Our last menu selection, kashk bodenjohn, was puréed to the consistency of baby food and had so much added liquid that it had no flavor. This recipe left so much to be desired, we won't order this again! Not recommended! Our take out order came quickly to the pick up counter! No waiting around. We definitely plan to come back for kabobs and khoreshes! Very worthwhile! read more

Delicious, delicious dinner! Came in on a Wednesday night around 7pm for a meal with my boyfriend. We live right around the corner from this place and have been wanting to try it. The restaurant is super tiny, best for couples or very small groups. The waiter was attentive and made recommendations on menu items. We ordered the eggplant appetizer and loved it. I had a chicken breast kabob for my main course and my boyfriend had a shrimp kabob. Both came with a huge pile of rice and a cucumber tomato salad. My only, minor complaint was that the chicken was a little dry (but I still ate every bite) Will absolutely be back and next time with a bottle of wine as they are BYOB! read more

Seven Valleys - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Not an expert on Persian food but enjoyed my experience dining in on a Sunday. Came around 2:30 pm and the restaurant was not nearly as busy as the other brunch places in Hoboken where they either already stopped seating more people for the day or had a 40+ min wait. We were able to grab a seat indoor (outdoor seating available as well) right away which I appreciate on a busy Sunday in Hoboken. Food was great. We had the 1) Fried Egg Sandwich on Naan Barbari with beef and 2) Kale, Feta and Walnuts Salad on their brunch menu and both were delicious. They took their time prepping for the food which I didn't mind and honestly think is better than brunch places that bring your food out in 10 minutes. The food was much better prepped and you could tell it was made with care. Service was nice too. Only complaint with COVID safety measure is that I did notice the server spreading what looked like disinfectant spray on the menu but then just quickly wiped it with his hand. Someone from the kitchen also brought out glass that they must had just washed but was using his fingers to pinch the glass from the top where your lips would touch - not the cleanest way to handle things especially with what's going on. read more

This place is a hidden gem in Hoboken. I had the vegetarian Kabab. It was tasty. Some grilled veggies with iranian rice and hummus on the side. Recommended for all vegans and vegetarians!! read more

Seven Valleys - Vegetarian Kabab - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Great ambiance, service was friendly. The food itself is seasoned accordingly and has a taste that is authentically appropriate. This is a high quality establishment with good pricing, good people and food quality. I will love for my kebab to come out a bit hotter next time as I think it was a bit drafty, otherwise a great experience. I found it better than the Persian restaurants in the city as they are never seasoned accordingly. read more

Ordered takeout from here once. The food here is really good. I ordered the kashke badmajan dip and chicken breast kabob entree. The dip was delicious. It tastes slightly similar to an Indian eggplant dish but not as spicy. The chicken kabobs were cooked perfectly and seasoned the right amount. I'm also a big fan of the rice that's served with the entrees. It's a very thin grain so it isn't as filling as most rice/carbs. read more

Seven Valleys - Chicken Breast Kabob - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Great local Persian estaurant with some innovative ways in persian food. The Koobideh was not the best Koobideh I have had but still tasty. Basmati rice is delicious with a great portion. Chicken is tender as it should be. I hope they will add chicken with bones too. Food was served on time and they provide some items that might not be available on the menu. Seating area is small but they can improve with small adjustment. Room was too bright for me. read more

Seven Valleys - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

It's a small restaurant but the dishes are outstanding. We had the kabob combo for two and the lamb stew and they were outstanding. The chicken kabob were particularly delicious. Rice was super fluffy, and the bread with the appetizers was excellent. The only negative is that they did not have wine but I won't ding them for this. Overall a wonderful place. read more