absolutely divine. Clean, fresh food, deeply savory flavors. one of if not the best of the eastern…read moreMediterranean restaurants in LA. You must get the garlic lemon potatoes! best thing on the menu! Bury me in a tub of them and let me eat my way out! The humus is full flavor, not the Erewhjon/Whole Foods garbonzo mush with the flavor of wet salted paper. It is smooth and savory and seasoned with enough tahini and cumin. The fool is warm and tasty, moist kebabs, and I love the fried cauliflower.

At Sunnin, enjoy delicious Lebanese dishes. Get an assortment of mezze and dive into a…read moreMediterranean style of eating. Tear off some pita, scoop up some of the dips, and embrace the delicious small bites. Stuffed Squash and Eggplant: You can get either squash or eggplant, or both. I prefer the squash. The zucchini is firm, just soft enough, but still with the perfect amount of structure. It has been hollowed out and stuffed with ingredients similar to a dolma (stuffed grape leaf). The filling of rice and ground beef is soft. The eggplant is much softer. They are cooked in a tomato sauce and served with a cool creamy yogurt. Babaganouj: This mezze is a roasted eggplant dip. The eggplant is mashed with tahini and lemon juice for a smoky and slightly bitter flavor. It's smooth, creamy, and a bit chunky. Parking: There's a little lot to the side. There's also metered street parking on Westwood Blvd.

The vibe here is awesome. Loved the outdoor patio and the decor inside with shahnameh on the walls…read moreand shir o khorshid as their branding . The truffle olovieh is SO GOOD. Why have I never thought of that combination before?! The kabob and rice is super tasty. Honestly, the portions are smaller but much tastier than your average Persian restaurant. I still felt the need to take a nap after though. It's the law of kabob. Must.take.nap. The adult cocktail menu is fire. I need to go back and try the adult doogh which I didn't get to last time. Definitely will be back!

Berenjak is definitely a nice restaurant , the food was great, the atmosphere was solid, and the…read moreservice was good, but it felt overpriced for what you actually get. We ordered the two-person combo, which was about $95 per person and included all the appetizers they recommended, plus two skewers each, with additional upcharges for certain protein choices like beef. On top of that, we each got drinks that were around $15-20 each, and after parking and a 20% tip, the final bill came out to roughly $350 for two people. I normally don't focus too much on pricing at restaurants, but the final bill on this one had me do a double glance. I get that you're in the LA Arts District and paying for the location and ambiance, but the pricing seems a bit excessive. Overall, it was a good experience, and I'd honestly love to come back and bring friends because the restaurant itself is nice and the food was genuinely good. At the same time, I do feel like I can get similar quality food in a similar comfortable environment for a fraction of the price.

Took my mom to Mandi House for Mother's Day and honestly... this was a huge win. My mom is…read moreextremely picky about food, service, freshness, atmosphere -- everything and even SHE loved it. That alone says a lot. The lamb mandi was unbelievably tender, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The rice had so much depth without feeling heavy, and the fried onions, raisins, almonds, and fresh lemon on top made every bite better. The fresh bread came out hot and soft, and the hummus was creamy and perfectly seasoned. Even the chicken was juicy and packed with flavor. What really made it special was how comforting and authentic everything felt. The portions were generous, the food came out fresh, and the whole table was quiet for a minute because everyone was too busy eating. That's how you know it's good. My mom kept saying "this is actually really good" which coming from her is basically a Michelin star review. Definitely one of the best Mother's Day dinners we've had. Will 100% be coming back.

We always enjoy the mandi here--it's consistently delicious…read more The customer service is excellent, and the pricing is very reasonable. Portions are generous, which makes the experience even better. I've visited about 10 times over the past year, and it's always been a great experience.

Shamshiri Grill made last Monday's dine at home with friends' my turn to host luncheon a most…read moredelicious experience. In my mind, work/time constraints prevented a Monday order. Plan ahead me called in the following for delivery last Sunday. So, what could possibly be ordered, remain fresh 24-hours later? I chose vegan/vegetarian sides/appetizers: Baba Ganoush - I've made it but Shamshiri Grill's is SO much better; creamy, perfectly seasoned. Hummus - Again, can DIY but why? Shamshiri Grill's is yum, pure yum, protein packed. Falafel - Balanced ingredients and frying technique is key. Came with a portion of tahini (had some in the pantry just in case). Should have ordered more falafel. Never gonna make this at home again, ever! Tabuli - Shamshiri Grill's includes the perfect hint of mint along with the parsley and tomatoes. Panir o' Shabiz - All aforementioned are wonderful BUT this, well this, is what I could eat and nothing else. Fresh basil, mint, tomatoes, radishes, sweet white onion, scallions, walnuts, feta, lemon, butter to be consumed with abundant pita bread and sumac provided. My kinda "sandwich"! This, Panir o'Shabiz was the only order I immediately deconstructed to avoid compromising the herbs' and veggies' freshness. Carefully wrapping them in kitchen towels, refrigerated then re-plated and back in the fridge prior to leaving for work after setting the table. Oh, isolated the feta and walnuts too. Everyone at last Monday's gathering is an omnivore with heavy plant-based dietary leanings. BUT, occasionally we stray hence a side each of chicken and beef koobideh (ground seasoned meat cooked kabob style) and grilled tomato, onion, red bell pepper garnish (also available as a side). I divvied each koobideh into bite sized pieces to be shared among three guests. REALLY good, make those tiny bites, REALLY, REALLY good. Everyone arrived, me too, on time to nosh on the veggie offerings as the koobideh and falafel gently warmed in the oven on low. Plenty of convo, cleared the table for tea and dried dates... Shamshiri Grill you and all the staff from chefs to delivery made my gathering a success, many thanks. Note: No recent pics (cameras/phones not allowed at our group's table) but 2017/18 ones reflect what we ate.

Shamshiri has been part of my life since I was a child. My dad was a single parent, and some of my…read morefavorite memories growing up were coming here with him. This restaurant isn't just food to me it feels like home. After all these years, the taste, quality, and hospitality have never changed. The meat is still perfectly cooked, the rice is amazing, and every meal brings back memories from my childhood. Today I came with my cousin and ordered Baghali Polo with Lamb Shank for my dad because it's still his favorite meal after decades. Even with so many Persian restaurants opening across Los Angeles and all over California, my dad still only wants Shamshiri. He says nobody else comes close to the flavor and authenticity here. The owners and staff have always been kind, welcoming, and consistent throughout the years. You can truly feel the heart behind this place. Thank you, Shamshiri, for being part of my childhood and my family's memories for so many years. This will always be my favorite Persian restaurant in Los Angeles.

We went here and the food was absolutely amazing amazing. We started off with the Kashk O'Bademjan,…read morea delicious creamy eggplant dish onion and garlic that was out of this world amazing. I've never tasted egg dish like this in my life. Then we had lamb shank, with a walnut pomegranate reduced sauce which is absolutely delicious as well. And the hospitality was wonderful . Five stars I would go here in a heartbeat .

Parking is scarce here…read more Food is fantastic. Staff and owner are great. Authentic Persian food. Martini was great. Highly recommend lamb shank. Clean restaurant.

Back in LA for Mother's Day weekend and birthday so decided to bring my family to Bavel. This place…read morehas always been good but when we visit this past Friday night it was amazing. When we arrived the host was friendly and walked us over to our table with a smile. Then our server came over and let me tell she was the most happy and friendliest server that we have ever experienced in our dining experience. Marlene approached us with "happy Friday" and spark up a quick conversation of why we were visiting. She made us feel welcomed immediately and excited about being there. We had a few questions about the menu and she was able to guide us through the menu with ease. She recommended things we hadn't tried before and for every dish that came out she would tell us the best way the chef would like us to enjoy them. I mean the service was impeccable. She was super sweet with my mother who is a bit older and sometimes is indecisive with food and drinks. But she was so patient with her and sweet to help her choose a wine and items on the menu that she end up loving. My mother couldn't stop talking about her on the way home. Every dish that came to our table was amazing and the drinks were super tasty. Hummus, crudo, prawns and dorado are a must. At the end we trusted her to choose dessert for us. The cashew bar and donuts nuts were the best way to end our dining experience. Overall, if you are looking for great food and amazing service this is the place to come.

Food was excellent. Every dish was very flavorful and had its own unique twist (grilled prawns were…read moreeasily the best dish)! hummus duck 'nduja 5/5 grilled prawns 5/5 oyster mushroom kebab 3/5 fried quail 3.5/5 slow roasted lamb neck shawarma 5/5 Only issue I had was with the service. Our server pushed for us to order another app/entree even after I told them that we were happy with the amount we ordered. Afterwards, when it was time to pay the bill they "accidentally" added a $315 bottle of wine on our bill which we did not order. This definitely impacted our overall experience negatively.

I come here a lot my favorite is my beef koobideh and ghormeh sabzi…read more (Put butter in the rice when it's warm trust me) Pretty quick service here I haven't had any issues the place is small so I usually eat at home.

I don't know if I came here at a bad time or if its always like this but I was definitely…read moredisappointed. I came here with such excitement as my friends have been telling me about it. Unfortunately, I will not be coming back. My family and I went here one afternoon and as we sat down, the attendant from the restaurant told us that the specific table we were sitting on wasn't part of the restaurant and we were not going to be served if we sat there in a very rude tone. We went ahead and moved. Then we went up to the cashier to order our food and the two people that were there were busy talking to each other in farsi about a customer that just came and didn't tip along with some very vulgar language. Then as we were ordering, we told them it was our first time and we got no smile or anything, very still faces like whatever. We ordered two Koobideh wraps and a few other things. It was very uncomfortable. The Cashier didn't even speak to us. As we sat down we were "served" after we HAD to ask if we get bread and onions and water because we saw that they were taking those things to other tables. The Koobideh wrap tasted like Rubber and you could barely hold it together as it was drenched with the sauce and all soggy. Even my 1 year old wouldn't eat it. We had to open up the sandwiches and eat them with a fork. It was not a good experience. Tip for the owner: You should probably remind your employees that some of your customers are Persian and they will understand them talking shit.

Best kabob in Westwood. My dad gave me the suggestion and I am glad I came here. Well-established…read morefamily business. The owner is so nice. My friend and I got the beef koobideh and it was amazing. Will definitely only go here for kabob in Westwood moving forward. Plenty of street parking.

Absolutely delicious and authentic Persian food! I've tried…read moremany kabob places around Los Angeles, but Shekarchi Kabob is on another level. The meat is perfectly grilled -- juicy, flavorful, and tender -- and the rice is always fluffy with just the right amount of saffron. Their Soltani Combo is my go-to; it's generous and perfectly seasoned. The restaurant is spotless, the staff are polite and attentive, and the service is fast even during busy hours. You can tell they take pride in both the food and the hospitality. The prices are fair for the quality and portions, and parking is easy on Westwood Blvd. If you're craving real Persian kabob and a warm, welcoming vibe, this place is a must-try. Highly recommend!

This food is INCREDIBLE. It stands alongside the other great Iranian restaurants in the greater Los…read moreAngeles area, including larger establishments like Rafi's Place. We had the beef soltani, lamb shank, and specialty chicken, and they did not disappoint, full of flavor and spice that I've come to love in Persian Cuisine. The variety of rice mixes are a cut above and drew praise from 4 of our party who have never had Persian food before. But the highlight of our time was our server, Maral! She was bursting with energy, an easy laugh, and a really welcoming tone than made me feel welcomed as an old friend-- not the polite tone of a total stranger. Her joviality, kindness, and wit-- combined with the intimate ambiance of the dining room-- haa cemented Toranj as my go-to for Persian food. Not only great food, but great people.

Honestly, I didn't even want to write this review, but after spending a couple of hours thinking…read moreabout it, I felt like I had to. To those writing all the good reviews, I genuinely have one question: have you actually had good Persian food before? Have you ever been to Raffi's? We drove all the way from Orange County because someone recommended this place. We usually just go to Raffi's, but I thought, "let's give this place a shot." Unfortunately, that was a mistake. First, I want to be clear: the staff were great, friendly and attentive. This review has nothing to do with them. It's strictly about the food. 3 Stew Tahdig ($17): The tahdig was extremely thick and hard. Even with the stew on top, it was basically inedible. Mast-o-Moosir (Shallot Yogurt): Served in a very small portion and was extremely watery. You could clearly taste raw shallots instead of a smooth blend. This dish should be made with thick yogurt (mast-e chekideh), not something runny. Main Courses: * Soltani ($39) * Naderi Soltani ($42) Honestly, we couldn't even tell the difference between the two, they seemed identical. We asked for well-done, but everything came medium or even undercooked. The barg kebab (filet mignon) was the worst part, it was tough, rubbery, and almost impossible to cut. It genuinely felt like chewing plastic. Not sure what kind of meat was used, but it definitely wasn't good quality. Salad Issue: The server asked which salad we wanted and mentioned Shirazi, Greek, etc. I chose Greek. When the bill came, we were charged an extra $2 for it, which was never mentioned. That should have been clearly communicated. Also, the bowl the salad was served in was chipped and broken in multiple spots--not a great presentation at all. Rice: The rice was poorly cooked and had barely any saffron (maybe 5% at most). Even another table nearby complained about the rice. Drink - Sekanjebin ($10): This is supposed to be a traditional Persian drink, but this tasted like a mix of cheap syrup. It did not resemble authentic sekanjebin at all. Appetizer - Marinated Olives (Zeytoon Parvardeh): The olives were unusually large and overpowering. This dish should be balanced, you're supposed to taste the walnut, pomegranate, and herbs, not just big olives. At this point, it made sense why the restaurant was almost empty on a Sunday lunchtime, maybe 4-5 tables total. To be completely honest, the food upset our stomachs to the point where we had to take Pepto-Bismol afterward. Overall, the food quality was very disappointing, and we will not be coming back. I would not recommend this place to anyone looking for authentic or well-made Persian food. Again, no issues with the staff, they were great. The problem is entirely with the food.

I went with my daughter and we had nice time. The food was delicious and everyone was very nice and…read morefriendly. We will be visiting again in the fall.

The ambiance was spectacular, for a small and intimate seating area. There are a lot of customers…read morehere, but no area felt crowded or stuffed in. Great music playing throughout the evening! But the real winner... The food was AMAZING! Had the Saturday special lamb shank with saffron-infused basmati rice and raisins. Our server described the experience I'd have to a tee. Meat feel right off the bone. Ended the evening with some baklava and chocolate molten cake and hazelnut ice cream. Nuff said. Bring your friends. Bring your family. Ask for Danny. But don't tell him I gave you his name