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    SHONDIZ

    4.3 (194 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Quiet
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    Happy hour specials

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    Zachary C.

    Not bad overall, but not spectacular either. Had the koobideh salad which was decent. My partner's dish however just didn't hit right. Usually when going to Mediterranean, I'm expecting rice that's a bit more buttery and has a slight bite to it. However, the rice felt like it was overcooked and also bland/flavorless/watery. And the chicken was also just very meh. Honestly would give just 3 stars for the food, but bumping it up another star because the service was nice. They threw in an extra dessert because we waited extra despite calling ahead, and they also have healthcare worker discounts which was nice :) the place looks like it's undergoing some renovations too as there are some noticeable holes in the wall that are just covered up.

    The Lamb Doner Plate - The portion is big; the Dolma(s) is/are absolutely delicious. I could only eat half of the meal in one sitting!
    Rika M.

    Beef shish kebab plate I ordered for to go the other night was so supreme. It's generously portioned with a reasonable price. What amazed me was the fluffy and yet moist rice that was perfectly cooked. The man behind the ordering counter was professional and courteous. Upon showing my $10 bday coupon he immediately applied the discount to my bill. This restaurant is almost always empty however no matter when I go here. Such was the case when I was here to place the very to go order. It's clean where it doesn't look like anyone dines in; they must het a lot of walk -n to-go or online orders (that's got to be the main source of their business. However, during the peak time in the weekdays, they may get dine-in customers from the nearby businesses; I truly hope so. I continue to support this business as I trust their service and quality.

    Aundya A.

    Purchased takeout from here to try at home! I'm Persian and have been craving good Persian food here in denver. So happy I finally tried this place because the filet kabob and rice were PHENOMENAL. I also ordered ghormeh sabzi too which was very very tasty. Can't wait to return and try more from the menu.

    Saffron basmati rice for family feast
    David G.

    Shondiz is really a catering company with a small restaurant space. Don't get me wrong the food is fantastic but if you come in expecting a romantic dining experience....It aint going to happen. The four of us opted for the Family feast...which it is...and a good deal. You get a lovely Hummus and yogurt appetizer with fresh pita, a massive plate of lamb, steak, and chicken cooked to perfection, wonderful saffron basmati rice, and dessert. Our waiter was out of sorts and the meal missed things...as they are really not setup to facilitate dinners. But the owner, Mohammad, is such a wonderful warm guy you just go with it. I would definitely come back for a great meal

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    Janet D.

    Small menu means they know what they're doing! It shows! Delicious food and awesome service! Carefully curated plate a Persian restaurant with the most tastiest meat ever! The Koobideh ( ground beef) and Chicken Kabob ( joojeh)charbroiled, was so tasty plus the Lamb! It was the best lamb in recent memory! The Basmati Saffron Rice was unbeatable in taste. The grilled tomato and charred jalapeño on the side were an added bonus. The Smoky Eggplant( Mirza Ghasemi) and house made hummus. The is smoked and so delicious. Roasted tomato, garlic and Himalayan Salt, with a plateful of warm pita bread. The hummus was creamy and so tasty! I'm thinking of returning when I walked out their door!

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    Sammi C.

    This is what $26 gets you in totality. 5 slivers of low grade beef. Also, it wasn't good. I understand the difference between small local restaurants trying to survive vs trying to take advantage. This is most definitely the latter.

    Jennifer N.

    10/17/2024 review: this is my second time here. I tried this place back in 2020/2021 with a couple of Persian friends and remember that they approved. My family from out of State was here and we were looking for a place to eat and remembered this place, so we went. NO ONE WAS DISAPPOINTED; there was 8 of us in total. The food as it was the first time, tasted amazing! The rice is cooked to perfection! The Kabobs are grilled and are so savory. We tried different kinds of Kabobs (beef, lamb, chicken) - all taste so good. And of course, the service was also very hospitable. Our server was very kind and attentive to our table. 10/10! it's such a hidden gem.

    Lauren A.

    Really tasty and unique dishes here! The Persian lemonade is amazing. They are known for their kabobs so make sure you try those. Quiet atmosphere and good service :)

    Crystal R.

    Shondiz is this cute little Persian Grill you can eat indoors outdoors or takeout. The portions were huge and we had enough to share with our friends. The people working here were so friendly and it all came out in a timely manner as well. Everything was fresh hot and yummy. Check out my photos below I highly recommend the baklava of course !

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    Chris C.

    Fun Fact: Mohammad, the founder and owner of Shondiz in Denver, believes that people want great food and great value. He offers both! (shondiz.com) If you're looking for authentic Persian food, save this post. I had such a great time meeting Mohammad and trying out this cuisine that, admittedly, I know little about. But I do know this fooding brought a smile to my face. * Koobideh (beef kabob) Lamb Chops Gheymeh sib zamini (split pea stew) Hummus Dolmades Persian saffron pistachio ice cream~(don't miss out on this) * I've been wanting to try more of this cuisine, and this place definitely delivered.

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    I'm going to eat this often! Great food! Everyone loved what they ordered. Lamb doner was good but add some feta cheese.

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    The wraps are literally 2 meals in one. The food was so good that I cannot wait to go back!

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    Amazing food and good service!! I like the lamb shawarma sandwich! The owner is very kind and I love going for lunch. It's a good value too.

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    One of the best restaurants in Denver area! Great taste and quality! It's my husband and I favorite kebab place and we definitely recommend

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    Amazing flavors. Great selection. And the prices are fair. Look forward to visiting again sometime.

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    Amazing food, beautiful restaurant, friendly stuff, had a great date with my husband here. Now I have more reason to go to Micro Center.

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