This was one of the best meals I've ever had! Raffi's had been on my list for years, and I wish I'd…read morevisited sooner. My friend and I shared the Shirazi salad, hummus, and koobideh. Everything was delicious, and the portions were generous!

Raffi's Place is one of those restaurants that feels like a Glendale institution…read more The atmosphere is lively, welcoming, and always has a great energy to it. Even when it's busy, the restaurant still feels organized and comfortable, and there's something about the courtyard setting that makes the whole experience feel a little more special than your typical casual dinner. Portions are generous, the food comes out fresh, and everything feels like it's meant to be shared around the table. It's the kind of place that works just as well for a family dinner as it does for a bigger group or a casual night out. Service has always felt efficient and attentive, especially considering how busy the restaurant can get. The overall experience is consistent, which is probably a big reason Raffi's has stayed so popular for so long. There are plenty of Persian and Armenian restaurants around Glendale, but Raffi's continues to stand out because it delivers the full package: good food, generous portions, a great setting, and an atmosphere that feels uniquely local. Definitely one of those places I'd recommend to someone visiting Glendale for the first time.

As someone who appreciates good koobideh, I have tried a number of places in this area and had not…read moreyet found the quality that I was looking for. I was raised with koobideh, and I like to think I can differentiate between the good and the bad. I was referred to this Restaurant by a gentleman running a Persian Café nearby who had run out of koobideh for the day, so I gave it a shot. The building façade is unsuspecting, very plain and discreet. When I walked through the big double doors, I found a pristine dining room with understated ambience. I was immediately greeted at the door by attentive staff and assumed a seat at the bar. I noticed the Kashke Bademjan on the menu and gave it a chance. This is an eggplant dip that is relatively easy to mess up. But here it's absolutely delicious. Perfectly prepared. Reminded me of the stuff my grandmother used to make. In anticipation of the kebab, the server brought me pads of butter, raw, sliced onion, and sumac. These people know exactly what they're doing. I can't tell you how many times I've been to Persian restaurants where these essentials were not provided. Whereas normally, I would have to ask for these things, and often restaurants will lack these these essentials, they were brought to me here before I even asked. Very impressed. Then came the koobideh. And I was genuinely impressed. It was tender, juicy delicious, full of flavor. The saffron rice was also well prepared, and I enjoyed every bite, the entire experience. If you're looking for Premier Persian cuisine look no further. This is the place. As we say, "dastet shomah dahd nahkohn", literally translated to "don't hurt your hand", an expression of gratitude towards those who serve you and provide fantastic meals like the one I had here. Merci.

GREAT LUNCH ON OCTOBER 25, 2026 ===========================…read more My group of five had a great lunch at Pardis yesterday. I ordered the chicken barg for the first time and it was amazing. See my photo. My husband sticks with the beef barg which he loves. The service was great and I always love dining on their covered patio.

Shiraz is one of the oldest Persian restaurant in Glendale so for many of us, it brings lot of good…read morememories. The food is amazing. It doesnt matter you order their stews (my fav is ghormesabzi) or their kabab (my fav is barg and grilled chicken) or their apprised such as yummy salad shirazi, kashke bademjoon or Mirza Ghasemi and etc you can get real persian taste and flavor here. I love also their tea! Its one of our famous persian food in Los Angeles and definitely lot of has made lot of great memory here. I'll say its Nostalgia if you live in Glendale for long time! The ambiance itself reminds me of Iran. The service is very fast and great. They are very so welcoming. There is also plenty parking outside.

Shiraz has been my standard for amazing kabab that I am always craving now that I no longer live in…read moreLA. My family has been dining here for as long as I can remember. My dad was a regular before I was even born so Shiraz is such a childhood core memory as we would frequent this establishment often. Service is always impeccable. The indoor dining is large with comfortable seating. Outdoor seating is beautifuly decorated with variety of plants. Recommend sitting outside if the weather is nice. You are welcomed with basket of pita served with accompaniment of butter, radish, raw onion and mint. I always have to resist eating too much pita cause it's so good! We always order the cornish chicken kabab and beef soltani. The chicken is marinated so well with yogurt and spices and charred to perfection. Each piece of chicken is sooo tender (yes even the breast!) If you don't know what to order get this!! It is my favorite on the menu.

Came here with my family to try their food, right away the staff greeted us!!…read moreVery welcoming and on top of the service their food was amazing, we ordered different stuff to try and yes all the plates were wiped clean! I do recommend this place and yes I will be back probably less than a week.

The restaurant is in a nice little plaza, hidden. They have tables outside. The service is nice…read more And the food is delicious! A little pricey, but it is worth. You can have your dog together.

Delicious kabobs I tried two different dishes and both were absolutely amazing…read more Fresh hole made bread that was also great Excellent service

The koobideh plate was delicious, and the homemade bread was one of the highlights. They bring it…read moreout hot, fresh, and perfectly paired with the meal. The service was friendly and efficient, and everything arrived quickly. I also loved the old photographs displayed throughout the restaurant. They add a thoughtful touch and offer a glimpse of what life in Iran looked like before the revolution. It made the space feel even more special and added to the overall dining experience. If you're looking for flavorful Persian food with warm, fresh bread, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere, this is definitely a spot worth checking out.

This is not the best Armenian restaurant in the world. It is also not the most glamorous, the most…read moretrendy, nor the most ambitious. But it is without question the most important Armenian restaurant in the world. Armenians are simultaneously a diaspora people, a people of the book, and an old country people. Therefore, odd as it may seem, it is entirely appropriate that the most important Armenian restaurant in the world should not be located in Armenia at all, but should serve a diaspora community in a way that makes them feel connected to home, both interns of cuisine and in terms of communal warmth. Technically, this is more of a Lebanese restaurant than an Armenian restaurant, but that hardly matters. It's a place of celebration, merriment, laughter, and tears. In short, it is THE gathering place for Armenians in Southern California. Because of its fame and importance, the thing that is consistently overlooked about this restaurant is just how excellent the food is. Bring a Lebanese expat here and you will invariably hear them say after the first bite of hummus that it doesn't compare to the hummus they used to enjoy in Beirut. By the middle of the bowl, they will say that it actually is not as bad as they first thought. By the end of the bowl they will declare that this hummus ranks among the greatest they have ever tasted. Carousel does not overwhelm you. It seduces you. And you'll be back.

The party lunch is a must-try! You need to be at least 2 people to enjoy this delicious and…read moregenerous meal.Drinks are yummy Salad Rice Hummus & Mutabbal Tabbouleh Cheese Fresh vegetables Chicken Filet Bulgur pilaf ...and so much more! The flavors are absolutely delicious, the music is delightful, and the ambiance is warm, welcoming, and friendly. The servers are also wonderful and attentive. Great food, great atmosphere, and a great experience. Highly recommended!

Their grilled chicken Caesar wrap is fantastic…read more Crunchy falafel bits and a spicy dressing make it stand out in a city with several very good chicken Caesar wrap choices. Here's how I think the ones I've had stack up.... 1. Mini Kabob. Non traditional dressing but the flavor is well balanced with fresh ingredients and tender chicken thigh meat on a very good tortilla. Slightly pricier than the others but worth it. 2. Ggiata. The best of the more traditional grilled chicken wraps with crunchy croutons inside and an outstanding tortilla. Their traditional Caesar dressing on the side is very good. The Venice location tastes better than the one in Highland Park. 3. Highly Likely (Highland Park). Very good wrap but without any croutons or crunchy elements. Solid tortilla but the dressing on the side isn't as flavorful as the top two. 4. Sweetgreen (Pasadena). Best of the chain restaurants. Good but can be a bit too salty. Their Chicken Cali Club wrap is actually better balanced flavor-wise. The wrap here is smaller but still good. All the above wraps were satisfying and filling with the one from Sweetgreen being the smallest.

My two choices were the Caesar wrap and the lule plate, and the food didn't stand a chance! The…read morewrap was devoured in under two minutes. The flavors hit the spot, and the extra dressing on the side took it to another level. The lule was perfectly seasoned and juicy, and the rice was on point--fluffy and moist. The hummus had the perfect texture as well. Honestly, I can't complain about the food. I was initially going to complain about the price, but after tasting the flavor and quality, I'd say it was worth every penny. Also, shout-out to Armen--very nice guy who brings some seriously positive energy. I'll definitely be back!

What beautiful energy and amazing food. It feels like homemade food, which is very hard to find…read morethese days. Just the right amount of everything. A true hidden gem. Will definitely come back!

I came by with a couple of friends because we wanted to see what the hype was all about. We got the…read moreMirza Ghasemi w/ Barbari bread, Kotlet Plate, Turmeric Braised Chicken, Lamb Gheimeh, Kofteh Tabrizi, and the Sholezard for dessert. Turmeric Braised Chicken - The dish was a bit on the basic end, not a lot of seasoning but you could taste the tumeric. Chicken was tender but slightly on the drier side which was a bit surprising considering it was dark meat (6.5/10) Kofteh Tabrizi - The tomato taste was prominent in the broth but the meatball itself was overly salty. The flavor was one note, I can't see myself ordering this again as I've heard this dish should have more complex flavors so I was disappointed (5.5/10) Kotlet Plate - As you can see from my picture, the kotlet was burnt beyond repair and I could taste the bitterness from the overused oil they used to fry it. I did like the yogurt spread and the pickles that came with it but I did not like the kotlet at all. We didn't bother asking them to replace it (4/10) Mirza Ghasemi w/ Barbari bread - The star of this whole experience was the Mirza Ghasemi, the roasted eggplant and tomato spread came cold and it was the most delicious thing we had. One of my friends vacuumed it right up before the rest of us could have seconds. Bread was a bit dry but it was a great vehicle for the Mirza (8.5/10) Lamb Gheimeh - Lamb was tender and it had some nice spices infused in there but it didn't wow me in any way (7/10) Sholezard - Our waitress brought over some complimentary Ceylon tea with the Sholezard which was kind. This rice dessert was not too sweet. The warmth and saffron ended our meal in a comforting way. It wasn't bad but I wouldn't get it again (7/10) +1 star for the service

This place is a vibe. The ambiance is amazing and my server Ruby is attentive and very sweet…read more Highly recommend this place and this waitress.

A pleasant surprise. I dove in short on time and needing a bite before a movie…read more Tara was my server and she truly took care of me. They have some system where a support person finds out what you ordered seconds after you order it. It's super cool when something appears seconds after you ask for it or someone knows what you requested immediately. I got a simple falafel wrap and it was delish, ditto for the lemonade. The space is simple but the lighting works and the menu seems to be healthy-aware. Will definitely keep this spot in mind should I be in the area again.

At this point, does Aiden's Grill even need another good review? We all know the food is delicious!…read moreBut seriously... if you're looking for amazing kabobs, this is THE place to go. The meat is always fresh, tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. You can tell they use fresh, quality ingredients because every bite tastes like somebody in the kitchen actually cares about what they're serving. And the kabobs? Let's just say your diet can start tomorrow. Fresh meat, great ingredients, generous portions, and consistently delicious food. If you leave Aiden's Grill hungry, I have questions! Definitely one of the BEST places to go for kabobs. Come hungry you've been warned! Five Delicious Stars!

Very friendly and attentive fresh and great food. Always recommend them. Ambience is casual and…read morerelaxing. Second time here same great experience and good food.