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Shamshiri, meaning sword or a type of Persian black tea, is in a typical, unassuming Socal stripmall. Nothing fancy and down to earth as is the food which takes its cues from the standard Persian repertoire, but done through a humble homemade filter. The portions are extremely large here to show hospitality. You will never leave hungry here. There is more than enough to take home for another lunch to save from cooking another meal. 0) On the House: Large Plate of salad of crisp, chilled iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber with a nondescript creamy, tart dressing. Pita bread basket. 1) Tahdig: Almost all rice based cultures covet the crispy, crunchy rice found at the bottom of the flamed cooking pot. Basically, to recreate this crunchy rice on a large scale, Tahdig is now fried Basmati rice. You can opt to order thickened stews to put on top of the Tadig. I ordered two that came in good sized bowls for 50 cents each...Such a deal!!! 1a) Fesenjan: A mostly sweet and bit sour thickened stew of mostly pomegranate syrup, ground walnuts, often chicken. Pomegranate symbolizes fertility, rebirth and life in Persian culture, 1b) Ghormeh Sabzi: Less viscous stew made from Sabzi which is any kind of green vegetables but, in this case, spinach, kidney beans, dried limes, and bit of beef. 2) Joojeh Kabab: Cut up pieces of bone in Cornish Game Hen seemingly marinated in yogurt so even the usually dry breast meat is moist, firm yet soft. Bravo! I just wish that some garlic, thyme, oregano, Za'atar, etc. would also have been mixed into the marinade for more complex flavours. Dry, nutty Basmati rice is the default, but I wanted to try their Shirin Polo which is a sweet, orange flavoured Basmati with candied orange zest, and generous amount of Pistachio nuts. I thought it would have been analogous to Canard à l'Orange or French Orange Duck. In their attempt to show home style generosity, the sweet, orange flavour was amped up to the point it became almost a dessert. A more subtle Shirin Polo would have made it a more sophisticated dish. Iranian Black Iced Tea: A richer, slightly stronger tasting tea than the standard wussy Lipton style orange pekoe tea. What lacked in awareness of the higher Persian cuisine, 3+ stars, was made up for by the inexpensive prices and the sheer volume of acceptable food presented. Service is fast, efficient if not particularly warm and personable. 4- stars PS Come for lunch when many of the items are discounted.
This place has been around forever but this was my first time trying it and I was not disappointed. I stopped by for dinner with my parents who have been coming here for over 30 years. Kinda bummed they didn't bring me sooner! It is by no means a fancy restaurant but the food is incredible. Persian restaurants are known for their generous portions but man, this place really gives you a lot. Everything was extremely flavorful, tender, and moist. Highly recommend if you're looking for some bomb Persian food!
I have been going to Shamshiri in Nortridge for decades, to savor their mouthwatering Persian selections. My favorites are their kabobs and different modifications (think sour berries) of generous amounts of basmati rice that accompany their entrees. The Mast O' Mooseer (yoghurt with shallots) is another of my must haves. Generally, I always get the koobideh kabob to go, but this time, I was in the mood to sit down and have some chunks of meat. I chose the Shish Kabob, which is advertised as grilled filet mignon pieces. The restaurant prepares it medium well and past experience revealed it to be dry and tough. So I asked for it medium rare, for the first time. The dish that came to my table had marvelous optics. The beef was well charred, had an intoxicating aroma and well distributed coloring amongst the seven generous pieces. But there were a few problems. For one, I could not comfortably cut into the beef without using excess force, and shredding it. I asked for a sharper (steak) knife and was told that was all they had. While the meat was juicy, it was extremely chewy. I even questioned whether it was filet mignon, because it did not look and behave like it. I was told it was. If that was the case, could it have been a bad cut? This substantiates why I am leery about ordering meat pieces. Amongst the other items, the thick creamy yoghurt did not disappoint. Same with the grilled onion and tomato. The saffron rice is always fluffy and abundant. The green salad was crisp and refreshing. Take home message? Looks like I will have to skip the Shish Kabob and stick only with the koobideh, if I am ever in the mood for skewered grilled beef.
I've been coming to Shamshiri Restaurant for over 20 years, and it's still one of my all-time favorite spots. I try and come out with my mom when we get the chance. The food is consistently delicious and comforting, from the juicy koobideh to the fluffy saffron rice and grilled tomatoes, everything is flavorful and made with care. The portions are generous, and the quality has remained solid throughout the years in my opinion. The atmosphere is relaxed, the staff is welcoming, and it's the kind of place that's perfect for both family dinners and casual lunches. It's rare to find a restaurant that holds up for decades, but Shamshiri truly has. If you're craving Persian food done right, this place is a classic.
Just adding menu photos. I didn't know they have lunch specials but it only comes with 1 koobideh so regular chicken koobideh for $18.95 is a pretty good deal since it comes with 2 skewers and lotsa rice. For me 1 order is 3 meals already because of the huge portion which also comes with grilled tomato and onions and a couple of naan pita bread, butter and sumac seasoning and extra onion. Service is quick and fast as we always order over the phone and by the time we get there it's ready(we're a couple of blocks away) Their combo beef and chicken koobideh is the best. It's not Raffi's place but it will do. You can also dine in as there's plenty of tables inside, it's casual and plenty of free parking
This is a Persian Restaurant in Northridge. It has some authentic Persian flavors but I can't say that I loved it. There are plenty of indoor seating and they have a table upfront where they put together the to-go orders. Not sure why they put it up front instead of to the side. Our server was friendly and gave recommendations on what to order and what combinations to eat together. I've eaten at other Persian restaurants and I really wanted to love it. The food was okay but not the best I've had. The salad was okay. The Dolmeh were good, better than I've had at other restaurants. We got the combo chicken and shish kebab and shared it. The chunks of filet mignon were slightly overcooked. The chicken was juicy though. I liked the colorful basmati rice but it could have been more flavorful. We had a side of Gheymeh Bademjon since we like eggplant but it wasn't as good as we expected. The sauce was good and we drizzled it over the basmati rice. The Persian ice cream wasn't as good as we were expecting either. I loved the hot Persian Tea!!
Delicious food and huge portions! The restaurant is very spacious, so my party of 3 was seated instantly around lunch time. I ordered the Beef Koobideh, which came with 2 huge pieces of beef and an even larger serving of rice! There was also complimentary salad and pita, so I definitely took part of my food to-go.
Unfortunately, not what I expected. Having been practically raised with shamshiri in Westwood, this really put a somewhat of a bad name to them. I ordered to go but aye in my car. Here is why the 3 stars: 1. Chicken kubideh wad dryyyyyyy. 2 beef kubideh was ok. Nothing to brag about 3 salmon kabob was ok. Nothing to brag about when it came to flavor. 4. They give you roughly about 2 pounds of rice with each plate. Not sure if they were appointing us to feed the hungry? $22 to $25 per plate. I didn't see it being worth it. Perhaps you might want to give them a try. I certainly will not come back. The lady in the front was nice
I've been coming to this restaurant for over 10 years now! Food is always fresh and delicious. We ordered our company holiday lunch and they happily catered! Even made suggestions for the vegetarians in our group! We opted for a mix of chicken koobideh, beef koobideh, soltani, chicken breast and dark meat as well! We had regular basmati rice and got the zareshk polo for us Barberrie lovers! Must o khiar is always a must and well, great feedback from our crowd overall!! Just an fyi Catering portions were huge! Party of 15 easily fed 20+
The service is always great, delicious food, and great customer service. As of now, which has been for years, my only favorite location to eat Persian food. As for food, I go there just for their Chicken Barb as shown on the picture. Sometimes when I'm undecided, I always get asked whether I prefer white or dark meat (chicken Kabob). Nice location, plenty of parking. Ambiance in the restaurant is simple and casual. A local mom and pop restaurant.
The best comfort food is the Persian food. When you don't know what to eat then with no doubt you can eat Persian food. I called Shamshiri and placed my order and I showed up in 20 min to pickup my order. The food is so delicious and tasty and the service was pretty fast or take out orders. The restaurant has been in existence for quite some time, the decor and interior might not be as modern or updated as newer establishments, but they still have customers.
Always such a great restaurant to order for our family dinners. We order family style and they put everything together in tray. Easy to order, easy to pick up and food always hits to spot. Order the shish kabob (filet), beef koobideh (ground beef) and the Cornish hen. They give good portions and with the catering they give pita and grilled tomato. Staff is always super friendly.
5 months ago
1 month ago
Came here right when they opened and we were actually the first ones to dine in! The place was super clean and there was plenty of seating, which was nice. Even though it was early, I noticed a ton of pickup orders coming through--always a good sign that locals love the food. I ordered the chicken and beef koobideh and really enjoyed it. The chicken was dark meat (which the server kindly asked about--great service there!), and it was juicy and flavorful. My husband got the trout fish meal, but he was a bit surprised--he expected a fillet and got it with skin and bones instead. Just something to note if you're not into that. The only thing that caught us off guard was the eggplant borani. When the server said it "comes with bread," we assumed it was complimentary, but it turned out to be a charged appetizer. That was on us for not clarifying, but a heads-up would have been helpful. Overall, solid food and service--just watch out for the add-ons! read more
Shamshiri, meaning sword or a type of Persian black tea, is in a typical, unassuming Socal stripmall. Nothing fancy and down to earth as is the food which takes its cues from the standard Persian repertoire, but done through a humble homemade filter. The portions are extremely large here to show hospitality. You will never leave hungry here. There is more than enough to take home for another lunch to save from cooking another meal. 0) On the House: Large Plate of salad of crisp, chilled iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber with a nondescript creamy, tart dressing. Pita bread basket. 1) Tahdig: Almost all rice based cultures covet the crispy, crunchy rice found at the bottom of the flamed cooking pot. Basically, to recreate this crunchy rice on a large scale, Tahdig is now fried Basmati rice. You can opt to order thickened stews to put on top of the Tadig. I ordered two that came in good sized bowls for 50 cents each...Such a deal!!! 1a) Fesenjan: A mostly sweet and bit sour thickened stew of mostly pomegranate syrup, ground walnuts, often chicken. Pomegranate symbolizes fertility, rebirth and life in Persian culture, 1b) Ghormeh Sabzi: Less viscous stew made from Sabzi which is any kind of green vegetables but, in this case, spinach, kidney beans, dried limes, and bit of beef. 2) Joojeh Kabab: Cut up pieces of bone in Cornish Game Hen seemingly marinated in yogurt so even the usually dry breast meat is moist, firm yet soft. Bravo! I just wish that some garlic, thyme, oregano, Za'atar, etc. would also have been mixed into the marinade for more complex flavours. Dry, nutty Basmati rice is the default, but I wanted to try their Shirin Polo which is a sweet, orange flavoured Basmati with candied orange zest, and generous amount of Pistachio nuts. I thought it would have been analogous to Canard à l'Orange or French Orange Duck. In their attempt to show home style generosity, the sweet, orange flavour was amped up to the point it became almost a dessert. A more subtle Shirin Polo would have made it a more sophisticated dish. Iranian Black Iced Tea: A richer, slightly stronger tasting tea than the standard wussy Lipton style orange pekoe tea. What lacked in awareness of the higher Persian cuisine, 3+ stars, was made up for by the inexpensive prices and the sheer volume of acceptable food presented. Service is fast, efficient if not particularly warm and personable. 4- stars PS Come for lunch when many of the items are discounted. read more
28 days ago
This place has been around forever but this was my first time trying it and I was not disappointed. I stopped by for dinner with my parents who have been coming here for over 30 years. Kinda bummed they didn't bring me sooner! It is by no means a fancy restaurant but the food is incredible. Persian restaurants are known for their generous portions but man, this place really gives you a lot. Everything was extremely flavorful, tender, and moist. Highly recommend if you're looking for some bomb Persian food! read more
I have been going to Shamshiri in Nortridge for decades, to savor their mouthwatering Persian selections. My favorites are their kabobs and different modifications (think sour berries) of generous amounts of basmati rice that accompany their entrees. The Mast O' Mooseer (yoghurt with shallots) is another of my must haves. Generally, I always get the koobideh kabob to go, but this time, I was in the mood to sit down and have some chunks of meat. I chose the Shish Kabob, which is advertised as grilled filet mignon pieces. The restaurant prepares it medium well and past experience revealed it to be dry and tough. So I asked for it medium rare, for the first time. The dish that came to my table had marvelous optics. The beef was well charred, had an intoxicating aroma and well distributed coloring amongst the seven generous pieces. But there were a few problems. For one, I could not comfortably cut into the beef without using excess force, and shredding it. I asked for a sharper (steak) knife and was told that was all they had. While the meat was juicy, it was extremely chewy. I even questioned whether it was filet mignon, because it did not look and behave like it. I was told it was. If that was the case, could it have been a bad cut? This substantiates why I am leery about ordering meat pieces. Amongst the other items, the thick creamy yoghurt did not disappoint. Same with the grilled onion and tomato. The saffron rice is always fluffy and abundant. The green salad was crisp and refreshing. Take home message? Looks like I will have to skip the Shish Kabob and stick only with the koobideh, if I am ever in the mood for skewered grilled beef. read more
I've been coming to Shamshiri Restaurant for over 20 years, and it's still one of my all-time favorite spots. I try and come out with my mom when we get the chance. The food is consistently delicious and comforting, from the juicy koobideh to the fluffy saffron rice and grilled tomatoes, everything is flavorful and made with care. The portions are generous, and the quality has remained solid throughout the years in my opinion. The atmosphere is relaxed, the staff is welcoming, and it's the kind of place that's perfect for both family dinners and casual lunches. It's rare to find a restaurant that holds up for decades, but Shamshiri truly has. If you're craving Persian food done right, this place is a classic. read more
1 year ago
Just adding menu photos. I didn't know they have lunch specials but it only comes with 1 koobideh so regular chicken koobideh for $18.95 is a pretty good deal since it comes with 2 skewers and lotsa rice. For me 1 order is 3 meals already because of the huge portion which also comes with grilled tomato and onions and a couple of naan pita bread, butter and sumac seasoning and extra onion. Service is quick and fast as we always order over the phone and by the time we get there it's ready(we're a couple of blocks away) Their combo beef and chicken koobideh is the best. It's not Raffi's place but it will do. You can also dine in as there's plenty of tables inside, it's casual and plenty of free parking read more
5 months ago
2 years ago
This is a Persian Restaurant in Northridge. It has some authentic Persian flavors but I can't say that I loved it. There are plenty of indoor seating and they have a table upfront where they put together the to-go orders. Not sure why they put it up front instead of to the side. Our server was friendly and gave recommendations on what to order and what combinations to eat together. I've eaten at other Persian restaurants and I really wanted to love it. The food was okay but not the best I've had. The salad was okay. The Dolmeh were good, better than I've had at other restaurants. We got the combo chicken and shish kebab and shared it. The chunks of filet mignon were slightly overcooked. The chicken was juicy though. I liked the colorful basmati rice but it could have been more flavorful. We had a side of Gheymeh Bademjon since we like eggplant but it wasn't as good as we expected. The sauce was good and we drizzled it over the basmati rice. The Persian ice cream wasn't as good as we were expecting either. I loved the hot Persian Tea!! read more
2 months ago
Delicious food and huge portions! The restaurant is very spacious, so my party of 3 was seated instantly around lunch time. I ordered the Beef Koobideh, which came with 2 huge pieces of beef and an even larger serving of rice! There was also complimentary salad and pita, so I definitely took part of my food to-go. read more
Unfortunately, not what I expected. Having been practically raised with shamshiri in Westwood, this really put a somewhat of a bad name to them. I ordered to go but aye in my car. Here is why the 3 stars: 1. Chicken kubideh wad dryyyyyyy. 2 beef kubideh was ok. Nothing to brag about 3 salmon kabob was ok. Nothing to brag about when it came to flavor. 4. They give you roughly about 2 pounds of rice with each plate. Not sure if they were appointing us to feed the hungry? $22 to $25 per plate. I didn't see it being worth it. Perhaps you might want to give them a try. I certainly will not come back. The lady in the front was nice read more
2 years ago
I've been coming to this restaurant for over 10 years now! Food is always fresh and delicious. We ordered our company holiday lunch and they happily catered! Even made suggestions for the vegetarians in our group! We opted for a mix of chicken koobideh, beef koobideh, soltani, chicken breast and dark meat as well! We had regular basmati rice and got the zareshk polo for us Barberrie lovers! Must o khiar is always a must and well, great feedback from our crowd overall!! Just an fyi Catering portions were huge! Party of 15 easily fed 20+ read more
8 months ago
3 years ago
The service is always great, delicious food, and great customer service. As of now, which has been for years, my only favorite location to eat Persian food. As for food, I go there just for their Chicken Barb as shown on the picture. Sometimes when I'm undecided, I always get asked whether I prefer white or dark meat (chicken Kabob). Nice location, plenty of parking. Ambiance in the restaurant is simple and casual. A local mom and pop restaurant. read more
The best comfort food is the Persian food. When you don't know what to eat then with no doubt you can eat Persian food. I called Shamshiri and placed my order and I showed up in 20 min to pickup my order. The food is so delicious and tasty and the service was pretty fast or take out orders. The restaurant has been in existence for quite some time, the decor and interior might not be as modern or updated as newer establishments, but they still have customers. read more
3 years ago
Always such a great restaurant to order for our family dinners. We order family style and they put everything together in tray. Easy to order, easy to pick up and food always hits to spot. Order the shish kabob (filet), beef koobideh (ground beef) and the Cornish hen. They give good portions and with the catering they give pita and grilled tomato. Staff is always super friendly. read more
Recently went back to Shamshiri with about 20 people. Albert greeted us, he tookour order's and served us. Everything was perfect. He's always pleasant and give great recommendations. Everyone loved the food and they of this wonderful place. Looking forward to having another big party at Shamshiri read more
2 years ago
I haven't been here since pre Covid or even longer because the consistent meat taste was loosing its touch. Today I went back for lunch and I am very pleased that the Shamshiri dinner portion tastes good and is worth your money. Remind you that this ia not the BEST but it's pretty darn good. You got me back and my friends. Pleasant experience and service. read more
11 months ago
This place is hidden on Tampa and it's so good. Friendly staff, great service and delicious food. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
This was my first time trying this place and Albert was the most welcoming server I've ever came across. The food was also very flavorful and authentic, will definitely be coming back !! read more
2 years ago
Been going here since I was little and we love it! One of our favorite Persian restaurants. Everything is so good and specially their boneless chicken kabobs! read more
I visited Shamshiri with a group of friends, and we ordered hummus and a pitcher of dough. I personally had the shamshiri. Parking is fairly easy, and the staff are patient especially in explaining the menu items. They haven't served Sabzi here since COVID; the hummus and dough though were delicious! I'm considering stopping by just to order a quick snack or simple brunch. The shamshiri came with barg and koobideh, and it should have came with vegetables and a roasted tomato. Whether the barg or koobideh, I found them both to be noticeably dry, a little tough to eat. Flavor wise, though, I think they felt "reserved" - not bland but not seasoned to their full potential. The rice, bread were tasty, and I enjoyed the tomato. I wish there were more vegetables - a roasted pepper or roasted onion, but definitely not a dealbreaker. read more
7 months ago
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2 years ago
Wow wow wow !!!! if you're looking for authentic Persian food should only come here .... I found this restaurant on yelp. Came to pick up food and let me tell you. It was absolutely delicious. The restaurant was full of people was very welcoming when I walked inside . Very nice people can't wait to come back here. read more
2 years ago
The food is consistently yummy, with the portions being very generous. Overall, the service is very good. The ambience is somewhat basic, and the atmosphere tends to be somewhat loud, making it hard to hear the people at your table. read more
2 years ago
Well I was craving some really delicious koobideh and I brought my husband to this Shamshiri location, I had only been to the one in Westwood and Encino when open. So I figured the quality would be guaranteed. Not so much. So I am pretty familiar with Persian cuisine and so I ordered a few more of my favorites to go. Like the gormet zabzehi, rashte soup. Btw I may not spell the name right but I def know what the dishes are and how they're suppose to taste when made fresh. The koobideh didn't taste fresh nor did the seasoning pop with flavor. Upon arriving to my home the meat smelled like fart. I kept hiccuping that taste in and I totally got sick from the koobideh. My husband ate my leftovers and very soon found out why I only took a few bites in the restaurant and when I got home I hit the bathroom.asap! I will not return, however the waiter was very nice and the entire restaurant needs a cleaning there is dust everywhere. Looks are deceiving when you look at food but the layer of dust that my finger lifted off of my table and all around me including the dead tree plant that you can see has been dragged around based on the dirt on the floor that trails it. You see all these people standing by the register, how about get a duster and do something! read more
2 years ago
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2 years ago
The Best Restaurant in All of San Fernando. Albert is the waiter that took care of me and my family.He was the best Waiter I have ever had serve me. I go out to dinner many times many places. The service we received from Albert made me feel like I was part of his family. Thank you Albert.! I so appreciate you making us all feel so respected and valued. You truly made our dinner experience as wonderful as the flavor of the delicious food. Sincerely Linda Stevens. I highly recommend Shamshiri and Albert. read more
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Persian Kabobs, Charcoal Broiler, You can see it cooking from behind the glass in the kitchen. Halal Kabob: Lamb, Beef, And Chicken. Halal Shawarma: Lamb, Beef, And Chicken. Large Portions. Halal Lamb Shamshiri is 24 ounce of lamb in one order.…
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