Reasonably priced and really good Persian food! :D…read more My usual orders are Ox Brain, Hummus, and Beef Kebab. Oddly, they are more expensive than the branch in Timog. Must be the rent in Metrowalk. Either way, the food is good, service is good, and value for your money is great!

This restaurant has been around for quite some time now- Family's usual midnight food-go-to place!…read moreWe go here like 2-3 times a month, I used to be very picky with food, but I finally learned to appreciate the food here! The menu has a wide selection to choose from -- shawarma, kebabs, hummus, and many more. I recommend getting the Chelo beef kebab kobideh, for P275 (add P30 for basmati rice!) -- definitely a must-try- or the Mahksos. Most of their dishes served with rice is good for sharing, however, when really hungry, it could be just for one. Pair it with Dogh (yogurt shake), and you're good to go! We keep coming back here all the time for our midnight cravings!

I'd passed this place without giving it a second thought. It looked like just another shawarma…read morespot. There were five million other shawarma spots and this place looked pretty small. Man, was I wrong. This wasn't just a shawarma place. It was a legit grill place. Shawarma, kebabs, chicken fillets, dapas... you name it. Impressive. And for a price that didn't go over 100php for most items. Even more impressive. What stunned me though was how much bigger it was on the inside. It added a lot to the ambiance of the place. There was lots of room and lots of seats, giving it a rather cozy feel. The food itself is pretty good! Not dry, tasty and that's without drenching it in sauce as is my usual modus when it comes to these wraps. Despite the price, it wasn't at all small and they didn't skimp on the fillings which is something that doesn't happen very often. So if you're looking for something light and filling but won't kill your wallet or make you feel like you didn't eat enough, this is where I'd suggest to go.

At first I was a little frustrated because Mandi Persian Grill replaced this cool café on that same…read moreplace. It was the only one with turtle pie then. It took me some time to warm up to it but my love for hummus has overcome this tampo, so I decided to try it out. Needless to say, it was on a whole different scale than the café it replaced, but I still like it because of my love for Middle Eastern food. PROS: You'd be surprised how roomy it actually is. On the ground level it would just be around 4 tables and you have to scoot to get to the counter and place your order. But downstairs, it's comfortably spacious; I love samplers! So of course I had their Mandip Trio. It was so fun to eat because I got to try the Moutabal and Keema too, which is quite good; I liked reading this little story on their menu on how Mandi got their name. CONS: Orders take a bit of time to prepare; We could use for more pita for the Trio. TL;DR: Authentic Persian food that's not just some random shawarma place. More Mandi!

My family took us here to try the food. We got seated right away. The atmosphere was nice. The…read moreservice was very good. The food were delicious, sorry i did not get a chance to take pictures. They have parking spots but very tricky to get in and out. Will definitely come back.

Hossein's interior is gorgeous as well as apt for its motif, all dimly lit curtains tinged with a…read morewarm, sun-baked palette. I learned about Hossein through my best friend, who loved their food so much that she couldn't stand up after clearing her plates. Neither could I, and that's a good sign. First things first: one does not simply enter Hossein without trying their Roti Channai (P125). Served with a mild sauce mixed with Indian spices, the roti is soft on the inside and crisp on the outside. As for mains, I strongly recommend their Lamb Shish Kebab (P550) and their Raan Masala (P2780), the latter of which is leg of lamb cooked in a creamy and thick curry sauce, mixed with special herbs and spices. In my opinion, the Raan Masala is definitely the star of the menu. Even the sauce of the masala goes really well with the kebab. So much so that I ended up dipping my kebab in the sauce of the masala instead of the actual sauce of the kebab. All of this doesn't come with rice yet, so you'll definitely want to order a heaping of buttery-hot Biryani Rice (P180), good for two people. I used to have a "don't love it, don't hate it" attitude toward Persian cuisine, but because of Hossein, I am now stuck in the "will eat everything until I puke" phase. Easily the best (and priciest) Persian restaurant I've tried in Metro Manila.

From the appetizers to their meat dishes, this place is amazing! Their portions are generous which…read moreusually let's you take a little reheated portion for midnight snacking. We always order The Sultan's Kebab Platter. It's a combination of any 4 kebabs and/or koobideh of your choice. The platter also includes grilled tomatoes and shirazi salad. Their Braised Lamb Shank is mouthgasmic. The meat is fall of the bone and the sauce is delicious with buttered rice. Also, buttered rice ALL day! All in all, the price is super fair for quality and quantity! You are limited to beers and wines for beverages. But, do try the yummy Yogurt Shakes!

Worst service it's like I didn't exist arriving. Calling…read morewaiters was a waste of time. Beef kebab and chips was more like a plate of chips with a toothpick kebab how lousy Taste was pathetic I've lived in Iran for 2 years , this food would never be excepted in Iran I've no idea how anyone can rate this restaurant higher than 1 star . In Iran they also greet and make you feel welcome . Nothing like this place! No ambiance !

Poor service and inadequate menu selection. I would advise against it because they don't even have…read morehot tea or water for a Persian restaurant

Very good Persian/Iranian restaurant. It is not Mediterranean but Middle East culture based foods…read more You can enjoy totally exotic flavour of Iran even you have never visited before. They offer to prepare special source with braked tomato. Food quality would be better than other middle eastern restaurants in Manila, and their advantage is to provide alcohols comparing to others. Good for business use, family, and friends lunch and dinner. At least P.1k per head if you order typical dishes with drinks.

Arya is a good choice for anyone craving some Persian food. Even if it's a bit expensive (average…read moreof Php 450 per person), you can really taste where your money is going. They don't shortchange you with the ingredients and the way their dishes are cooked. Also, ordering is pretty simple and "no fail". Have a variety of beef, chicken, and lamb Kebabs with Basmati Rice. The Kebabs are pretty big and the rice is a lot, so it's good for sharing. The vegetables on the side are also a refreshing palette cleanser. And don't forget to put a lot of the garlic yogurt sauce to make the meal just right!

I discovered Uncle moe's because of a gig i played in Alphonse Bistro (now Bootleg Bistro) I was a…read morepart of a songwriting camp called Elements camp and once a year, we do a "Meet the campers" night at Alphonse, a gig organized by Elements camp to basically get to know the new batches of campers. I usually drink a lot ( about 3-6 bottles) Before and after I play a set since I tend to still be really nervous even though I've been playing for years haha but yeah i got pretty drunk as usual after that and had the munchies. I was planning on eating at any fast food joint near city golf and as I proceeded to walk down the stairs. there it is UNCLE MOE's SHAWARMA! I fell in love with their beef Shawarma (the shawarma is tasty but the portion needs a little bit more meat in it tho). the spicy garlic sauce condiment is the bomb! i basically drizzled the entire sauce bottle over my shawarma and rice haha! their egpplant moussaka is also great ( i ate it as pulutan haha). i was drunk but still ordered a bottle or two i think lol since friends also decided to eat and continue drinking there after their set haha. prices are reasonable. in my opinion this is the go to place for your drunk munchies after a night out in one of city golfs bars and pub

Uncle Moe's is the go-to place for after-drinking grub. That's right, most days Uncle Moe's is open…read moreuntil 7 a.m. so if you're crawling out of a club with a hunger for well-seasoned meat and buttered rice, you have a place to go. With Reserve, Locale, and Bugsy's on the same City Golf compound, a lot of people will agree. Nothing beats an order of keema or beef kebab slathered with the garlic and chilli sauce before the ride home! It's not a bad place to just get a cheap Middle Eastern fix, too. Uncle Moe's serves a pretty decent moutabal and delicious moussaka melt! The hummus does the trick, the kofta balls are really good, and the beef shawarma can be a meal in itself. I just wish they had the ox brain in stock more often.

Food Channel is a classic in my eyes. I've been patronizing it for more than a decade now as I…read morefirst discovered it when I was studying in UA&P (that branch has closed its doors now). It's so friggin' good!!! What makes Food Channel stand out amongst other establishments that offer shawarma is that they offer french fries inside their wraps. Their garlic sauce is also unlike anything I've ever tasted. Whenever I grab a wrap from here, I alternate between the all beef shawarma and the regular shawarma. You can also opt to have them with cheese. This is perfectly paired with their house sago & gulaman drink. Of course, this will only add to your calorie count and to your expense but no worries because Food Channel is super affordable anyhow! Much love.

Food Channel is definitely a budget meal place! You can get really full for just a hundred pesos…read more Even if it's a shawarma kiosk, they have other stuff on their menu that are really good. Their beef shawarma is good. They put fries in it too. It makes it taste better, in my opinion! They sell shawarma rice too, of course! Other than shawarma, they cook Beef Tapa and Sisig. There are a few more items but these two are the ones I order often. The beef tapa is so yummy! It comes with egg and java rice. It tastes really good! The beef is soft and not chewy. The sisig is amazing! It's mixed with egg. Their sauces - garlic and spicy - are really good. It's like whenever you put it in any of their food, they make it taste better than how the already taste. With or without the sauces, they already taste great!

Hands down my favorite place to eat in in Taft Avenue!…read more Ababu opened about a year ago and hasn't lost its momentum since, well at least for me. They serve Persian and Mediterranean foods which are two of my favorites! The best part? It's just a block away from my building so if you do visit, there's a possibility of you running into me there (don't forget to say hi!)! Ababu's food is very affordable but unlike most cheap eats, Ababu serves amazing food! Their Beef Kebab Rice Meal is my favorite! It consists of charbroiled ground beef with egg, corn, onions and tomatoes on rice. They also serve bottomless iced teas with the meals though I believe they use powdered iced tea. The only drawback is that the place can get really hot and a little smoky when they are cooking the meat and the poor air-conditioning sure doesn't help.

When, like my sister and me, Mediterranean food is your comfort food and you want to eat it in a…read moresimple, no-frills place like we do, head to Ababu Persian Kitchen. Good thing there's one located across my office! I love their Chicken Rice Meal, which, at Php 139, comes with grilled chicken breast, a cup of rice, a slice of butter, some corn, tomatoes, onions, and a sunny-side-up egg. A bit of warning, though: the grilled chicken is really just that. It's not grilled barbecue-style so it's sauce-free, which is good news for weight watchers. It's a heavy meal, enough to fuel you from lunch to dinner. In fact, it has become my go-to lunch for days when I practice hot yoga after office and afternoon snacks are a no-no. My sister, the shawarma lover, loves their Shawarma Rice--no surprise! Their meals include unlimited yogurt dressing (of course!) and unlimited iced tea! Don't be surprised when they offer you one pitcher though you're dining alone. Though certainly amusing, that pressured me to drink more iced tea than I normally consume!

Ambience: The restaurant is pretty spacious but not too big…read moreeither. They're located on the 5th floor. Seats are convenient for pair or group dates. Since The Podium is growing, you can go to this restaurant from the new Julia Vargas entrance too. Food: Falafel with Pita was insanely good! I loved that they gave so much pita and falafel. This was the first time I had falafel covered in sesame seeds. My ideal falafel would be one with a crunchy coating and soft filling, and they nailed it! Everything was cooked very well and I could really taste the grilled flavor of the vegetables. Pitas were thick; carbs galore! Service: I'm also happy with their service! They did what they could to give me an easy and pleasing experience with my reservation via Eatigo. My server did really well and he checked on how my food was.

I had lunch at Café Mediterranean when I was attending to a first aid training at Mothercare in the…read moresame mall (The Podium). The course took very long, so I decided to eat something at the food court. I confess I didn't have great expectations, since I'm not a food court fan, but the food impressed me. I suggest starting with an appetizer sampler containing falafel, humus and babaganouch. For the main course, I had a veggie moussaka which was just great! Pair it with their moroccan mint hot tea :) I must add the interiors are very nice and really brings a Mediterranean vibe.