This place has been around forever but this was my first time trying it and I was not disappointed…read more 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!

Shamshiri, meaning sword or a type of Persian black tea, is in a typical, unassuming Socal…read morestripmall. 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.

I was looking for a new SFV Kabob place and came up with Ash's Grill on Tampa and Sherman Way. It…read moreis located in a small strip mall, with only six tables for inside dining. Three of them have two chairs each, while the others have 4 chairs. The menu is laminated and comes with numerous mediterranean dishes, and yes, there are kabobs. I chose the beef lule kabob entree, that comes with two minced kabobs, rice, grilled tomato, jalapeno and a very small cucumber tomato salad, some hummus too, all plated together. I also ordered their thick yoghurt with shallots to accompany the menu item. The Kabobs were grilled to order, could have used more flavor and were slightly overcooked. Overall, the components blended harmoniously. What stood out was their pita bread, grilled just right and so pillow soft on the inside. That with the yoghurt was absolutely divine. There was also a starter that came with the dish. I chose the lentil soup over the salad. Wow, an excellent selection. The perfect temperature, a nice mix of spices, warm aroma, enticing flavor and tongue feel. This introduction may have surpassed the rest that was to follow. I would go there specially to get the lentil soup alone, to go. Service here was high class, attentive and friendly. Definitely, worth a repeat visit.

Was craving a gyro so I tried Ash's Grill since they had great reviews…read more I ordered a lamb gyro and it was GREAT! Ingredients were fresh and the meat was seasoned perfectly. I'm surprised I haven't tried this location sooner, it's in an unassuming shopping center and I drive by it all the time. Will have to try other items on their menu - everything looks delicious.

Ambience is typical of a strip mall- we inadvertently chose the takeout side, not realizing it was…read moresuch. Having said that, go for the hardy, delicious food. You won't be disappointed. Guests had chicken kabob plate or chicken kabob combo with lamb or chicken combo with steak. Everyone enjoyed the meal which was served with generous portions. Basmati rice was perfect--light and delicate and tasty. Greek salad was spot on. Hummus is creamy and delicious. Service was great! Despite sitting in the wrong side lol, I rated Lemon Zest five stars for the food and service.

I was disappointed in my chicken wrap. I didn't like the wrap part. It just tasted like it was…read morestore bought. The kabobs were good and the baba ghanoush was delicious. The restaurant is very large and divided into 3 sections almost. You have the bar, then a middle area where you enter, and then a dining hall. Our server was very nice though. But I don't think I'd dine here again.

Easily Top 3 when it comes to authentic persian flavors and authentic kabob!…read more a chicken and beef kabob usually goes for $15-28 depending on the spot for $20 is a reasonable price for the amount of food you are getting the ambience of the restaurant truly gives it a very authentic experience. 10/10 I will be a regular. the restaurant is run by an older gentleman so food took about 15-20 minutes but it was worth the wait. would go here again.

After trying multiple Persian spots from Santa Clarita all the way to Woodland Hills, I wanted my…read moreItalian/ Scottish boyfriend to try authentic Persian food, with mint, with onion, the way we do it at home. Bread soaked in meat juices coming from the beef, so I decided to come here. I SWEAR THE SECOND I WALKED IN the nostalgia hit. It's gorgeous, the inside is like a reminder of home. The hospitality is amazing. I felt at home, and it's been a while since I did. And they know exactly what they're doing back there, the food is still amazing, and so is the hospitality. The only thing that breaks my heart is that it's slower than before. Compared to the expensive places by Woodland Hills that have good quality Persian food for a good price rather than 50$ for two skewers of koobideh, it's juicy, it's delicious, and it's cheaper, and more authentic. The place, the owner, the decoration, food, everything. 10/10.

I'm barely commenting on this restaurant. I've been so busy running around and I finally have a…read moremoment to review my experience. About 2-3 weeks ago, I took my daughter and my hubby here. I was a slight bit off but not sick. I did want something light so the order went as follows: Pickled veggies, hummus, Armenian salad, moutabel. My daughter had chicken and beef plate with hummus and yogurt cucumber. She received pita too. My hubby got oven roasted pork ribs, and a bowl of lentil soup. First - the food was all amazing! Fresh. The serving dishes were nice and different making the meal so attractive. We all shared bites of each others food and enjoyed knowing that the next we come we know again what we want. Service was lovely and we met George and his family, who were so very nice and welcoming. To have dinner at a family establishment is heart felt and nostalgic, because I grew up in a restaurant environment. George's mother in law came over to us and gave us fresh made cookie biscuits to try as dessert. We couldn't stop thanking them for the entire dining experience. It's a mom and pop shop. A hole in the wall. Some of the best places, you all know, are small. I liked this place a lot. And I'm planning on going there again soon. :) thank you George and family for delicious food and making us feel like family.

Tried Sweet Home per recommendation from a friend who works nearby. They had lots of space as it…read morewasn't busy on a weekday for lunch. The food was indeed homey and delicious, and the most interesting part was when they set up the charcoal grill just outside the restaurant, allowing us to savor the food as it was being prepared! They also do catering which I suppose makes them a great option for businesses and residential customers alike. Think high quality food and an easygoing, no nonsense service.

Hands down the best Middle Eastern food I have had in the valley. I have had several dishes from…read morehere now & they have all been delicious. My go-to is the beef shawarma laffa with fries inside. The beef is well seasoned & the fries cooked perfectly. Super friendly staff. Very personable and ready to help. Located in a strip mall with plenty of parking.

this place used to be fire! i can tell textures and recipes have changed... they even added a few…read morethings to the menu. plave used to be busy... now theres never anyone there. If i can make a suggestion it would be to now compromise authenticity and quality... return business is where its at.

We love picking up Malik's Family Special from Malek's Grill & Kabab and bringing it to family…read moregatherings! This time, we brought it home to enjoy with friends after the World Cup Final. Although the game didn't turn out the way we hoped, the food certainly did! One thing we really appreciate is how consistently delicious everything is. I picked up our order around 11:30 a.m., and we didn't eat until after the game ended around 2:30 p.m. The food was packed extremely well and was still juicy and flavorful when we were ready to eat. Our friends had never tried it before and thought everything was amazing. The beef koobideh was the favorite--which happens to be my favorite too! The chicken was also flavorful and tender, and there was plenty of food for everyone. I didn't get a picture of the salad because I had already started eating it as my appetizer before remembering to take one! We will definitely continue ordering this family special for gatherings.

I've always enjoyed the food at Malek's but avoid the restaurant because of the parking and parking…read morelot access. It's just difficult, which is a crying shame. Tonight we figured out that DoorDash (or was it GrubHub?) solves that problem! Quick preparation and delivery of absolutely delicious food. I'm very full and very happy.

Amazing ambience, fantastic food, great customer service, and very friendly staff. Will definitely…read morebe coming back. If you've never been here it's a MUST. You will not be disappointed

Café du Liban is a little gem in the heart of the Valley, and it truly is our neighborhood…read morefavorite. Whenever my daughter and I are nearby, it's always our first stop. We usually share the fresh grilled chicken salad and an order of crispy fries simply fresh and consistently delicious. The ambience is the owner always greets us with a warm smile. In a world where it can feel like nobody knows your name, walking into a place where you're recognized and welcomed so genuinely makes all the difference.