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The ambiance and decorations are so beautiful! From the meat to the vegetables to the rice, it was all delicious! The pita is thin and tastes great as well. The vegetables tasted fresh and paired nicely with the meat. I want to try more entrees, it was delicious! The staff was friendly and prompt. Would recommend!
Sumac was delicious! My friends and I came after a cold night of skiing at Brighton, and we were welcomed with hospitality. We got hot water with lemon to start (perfect to defrost us from the cold skiing), and ordered some dip appetizers to start. I got a skewer combo with salad on the side, and it really hit the spot. The meat was so well marinated and I loved how fresh the salad tasted. If I could eat here every day, I would. It was so flavorful and also very healthy for being such delicious food while eating out. I also had some leftovers to take home (it's generous portions) and was so excited to eat it the next day. This is a place that I now crave all the time!
Lovely spot with a homey and cheery and cozy interior, friendly and attentive staff, and a wonderful menu. We shared: - * yoghurt with cucumber mint garlic and salt (a nice accompaniment to the meal, refreshing, yet rich, though the pita that comes with isn't great) - hummus (good, but standard, interestingly came with a Tabasco like hot sauce around the edges, and the likely think store bought pita wasn't great) - beef eggplant yellow pea stew on the tahdig as an appetizer (tahdig was an inch thick and really fried, much more so than I've had before at other Iranian places, and almost hard to chew, stew is a bit salty but overall pretty good and the eggplant was smoky and tender) -*koobideh minced chicken kebab and minced beef kebab (super flavorful and delicious and tender, the real standout, with basmati and a roasted tomato--salad wasn't the freshest and the roasted onion was still half raw) All in all, very much enjoyed our meal though there were a few elements that could have been better. We would still happily come back!
I love this place! They accommodate large parties, have wonderful proportions and the servers are all so kind. Excellent authentic iranian food, ive been back many times and love it. They do a beautiful haftseen for nowroz (persian new year)
I've eaten at a lot of Persian restaurants in California. There is huge selection of restaurants there. However, sumac Cafe is so far the best Persian food I've eaten. There was no gamey taste in the lamb or the beef. The rack of lamb is ridiculously delicious and flavorful. The beef kobideh, chicken and beef soltani were very tasty. The service was excellent and the cleanness of the restaurant could be seen from outside. It's not loud in the restaurant which I love. All the staff is very friendly and courteous. I could talk forever about the food and how delicious it is. The saffron ice cream is amazing. Shirazi salad was great. I just don't like the hot sauce in the hummus.
I was lucky enough to die in here on New Year's Eve for lunch with my very best friend. We had such an amazing and lovely experience here. My friend is very familiar with Persian and Iranian food. She grew up with a friend with that background. So, she has learned how to pronounce a lot of of their food dishes with quite a specific and apparently very spot on accent. When we arrived at the restaurant, the manager, or maybe she was the owner, I am not sure.. she seated us at a small table by a window. The restaurant itself is not very large. There wasn't a line out the door or anything, but they were pretty busy. They had a couple of larger groups on one end of the restaurant and on the opposite side were a few two top tables. The manager welcomed us and asked where we were from. We had to bring our luggage with us since we were going to be leaving directly from the restaurant and heading to the airport afterwards. The manager asked where we were heading and whether or not we were just visiting Utah. She casually made Malta with us and she was just the absolute sweetest. My friend asked for her recommendations about different dishes that they offered. The manager was so over the moon and delighted by my friend's pronunciation of Persian/Iranian words. She quickly gave her a hug and they had a good laugh. You could tell they were both so happy. That really set the tone and vibe for our meal. It was fantastic. My friend ordered three different dishes, all of them, her favorites from growing up. The first of her three was the pita bread with that I believe yogurt based spread. The second of her three was the saffron rice with the beef stew on top. And the third of her dishes was the lamb chops. I ordered the one that shows two kebabs with rice and the charred onion and tomato. I did have a nibble of the saffron rice with the beef stew. That was very flavorful. I really liked the consistency and texture of the meat as well as all of the flavors that went along with it. I am not big on lamb so I did not try the lamb chops. I can't tell you that the kebabs that I had, both of them the ground beef, were absolutely fantastic. I actually wasn't able to eat more than half of my food. I ended up taking it home to my kiddo. They absolutely loved it. And I have to say, this was the best kebab that I've ever had. There is a spot that we considered to be a family favorite over in Glendale, but this top that for sure. The texture, flavor, juiciness, it was all too good to be true. If ever I bring my family with me again to visit Utah, I will be sure that we stop here. My Andre was about $20. It was definitely well worth it. If I had thought about it earlier, I probably would've asked the manager for more of the tomatoes and onions. I love both of those. She says that is the number one thing that she ends up, throwing away from people's plates, the charred tomato and chard onion. I love that. My dish also came with a charred, sweet pepper. I am particularly sensitive to peppers, especially ones that are related in anyway to any colored bell pepper. So, I did not take a chance on it. The manager did ask us to try it. So, my girlfriend took a big bite out of it. She said it was very sweet and very good. I had to trust what she told me. When my friend asked the waitress where those peppers were from or what type of variety they were, the manager actually came out to tell us that it's one that she buys from a store nearby. And although we were only two girls having lunch before catching a flight, I can definitely say everything that I had here was amazing. The flavors, the textures, the tenderness of not only the meat, but the rice and the pita bread, everything was amazing. If ever I return to Utah again, next time with my family, I will definitely make it a point to stop here. The kebabs were so good. I know my little one would just eat this up, no problem. They actually would probably kill the whole dish in one sitting. Although they do accept cash, and they definitely take card, cash for a change with something very difficult for them to scrape up. So, whenever possible, just reach for your card. They are much more easily able to handle that. Walking in we were just a party of two but I did notice that the restaurant filled up with slightly larger groups as time went on. We didn't need a reservation when we came, but it would be smart to make one if it all possible. Or, call and give them a heads up. I noticed it's a few other parties seemed to call and do that. It reduced their wait time. Would I come eat here again? I'd jump on a plane to do it!!! 10 stars!!! Thank you so much
I've been going here for years and wow the food is so so good! Service is fast and helpful, and it's a quiet setting. Highly recommend for authentic Persian food
Lunch at Sumac Cafe was an amazing time. The service was fast and friendly, and they were able to help us understand some of the menu options. The inside was nicely appointed--you can tell they put time and effort into the decorations and settings. The food itself was outstanding. The food was flavorful but light, perfect for a lunch before going back to work. The chicken barg tasted as though a grandma was cheffing it up in the back because of how comforting it was. Nothing was oily at all, and the chicken was juicy. What an amazing find, and I will be back soon!
Delicious food, attentive service, outdoor seating (and dog friendly). We were impressed at the amount of food given with the kebabs, and the flavors were fantastic. The lemon chicken kebab was our favorite, though they were all good. And the tiramisu for dessert was a perfect finish. We'll definitely be back!
Heard about this place from a friend and it did not disappoint! It was decently packed when we arrived around 8 o'clock. The parking lot here is a bit tight but there's plenty of street parking just across the street. The service was great! And the food was even better!! The place felt a little more upscale but nothing you truly have to dress fancy for. I would highly recommend coming here if you want to try Authentic Persian Cuisine!! The lamb shank and the fesenjan were delicious!
One of the girls in our group took us here as this is her favorite spot to go to. The food didn't disappoint and I finished my plate with no crumbs left behind!!! We also tried the mint yogurt drink that a lot of people were getting but didn't expect it to be savory?! (we left those drinks almost untouched but maybe it's a personal preference thing). Want to try other dishes next. Parking lot is tiny btw so be crossing your fingers for a spot if you come during peak hours. *edited to remove a star... since my credit card was charged more than the total amount. It's going to be resolved by the cc company but still annoying to deal with an unauthorized charge.
Good Persian food, clean, fast service. My only complaint is how high they have raised their prices. $27 for vaziri (chicken and meat plate) is a bit much specially for lunch.
2 months ago
3 months ago
I hadn't had kabob in a while, and since I was in the neighborhood and hungry, this seemed like the perfect stop. My friend ordered the lamb shank, and I went with the ground beef kabob, both served with rice and grilled Roma tomato and onion. The shank came with a bed of lima beans and rice. My friend said the braised lamb was fall-off-the-bone tender, though mild in flavor when I tried a bite. The real test, though, is the hummus. This one passes with flying colors creamy, smooth, and beautifully done. We were greeted with big smiles and the chef delivered the food and came back out to check in. This decor is beautiful. Stained glass, great middle eastern music too. read more
5 days ago
The ambiance and decorations are so beautiful! From the meat to the vegetables to the rice, it was all delicious! The pita is thin and tastes great as well. The vegetables tasted fresh and paired nicely with the meat. I want to try more entrees, it was delicious! The staff was friendly and prompt. Would recommend! read more
Sumac was delicious! My friends and I came after a cold night of skiing at Brighton, and we were welcomed with hospitality. We got hot water with lemon to start (perfect to defrost us from the cold skiing), and ordered some dip appetizers to start. I got a skewer combo with salad on the side, and it really hit the spot. The meat was so well marinated and I loved how fresh the salad tasted. If I could eat here every day, I would. It was so flavorful and also very healthy for being such delicious food while eating out. I also had some leftovers to take home (it's generous portions) and was so excited to eat it the next day. This is a place that I now crave all the time! read more
16 days ago
Lovely spot with a homey and cheery and cozy interior, friendly and attentive staff, and a wonderful menu. We shared: - * yoghurt with cucumber mint garlic and salt (a nice accompaniment to the meal, refreshing, yet rich, though the pita that comes with isn't great) - hummus (good, but standard, interestingly came with a Tabasco like hot sauce around the edges, and the likely think store bought pita wasn't great) - beef eggplant yellow pea stew on the tahdig as an appetizer (tahdig was an inch thick and really fried, much more so than I've had before at other Iranian places, and almost hard to chew, stew is a bit salty but overall pretty good and the eggplant was smoky and tender) -*koobideh minced chicken kebab and minced beef kebab (super flavorful and delicious and tender, the real standout, with basmati and a roasted tomato--salad wasn't the freshest and the roasted onion was still half raw) All in all, very much enjoyed our meal though there were a few elements that could have been better. We would still happily come back! read more
I love this place! They accommodate large parties, have wonderful proportions and the servers are all so kind. Excellent authentic iranian food, ive been back many times and love it. They do a beautiful haftseen for nowroz (persian new year) read more
27 days ago
I've eaten at a lot of Persian restaurants in California. There is huge selection of restaurants there. However, sumac Cafe is so far the best Persian food I've eaten. There was no gamey taste in the lamb or the beef. The rack of lamb is ridiculously delicious and flavorful. The beef kobideh, chicken and beef soltani were very tasty. The service was excellent and the cleanness of the restaurant could be seen from outside. It's not loud in the restaurant which I love. All the staff is very friendly and courteous. I could talk forever about the food and how delicious it is. The saffron ice cream is amazing. Shirazi salad was great. I just don't like the hot sauce in the hummus. read more
I was lucky enough to die in here on New Year's Eve for lunch with my very best friend. We had such an amazing and lovely experience here. My friend is very familiar with Persian and Iranian food. She grew up with a friend with that background. So, she has learned how to pronounce a lot of of their food dishes with quite a specific and apparently very spot on accent. When we arrived at the restaurant, the manager, or maybe she was the owner, I am not sure.. she seated us at a small table by a window. The restaurant itself is not very large. There wasn't a line out the door or anything, but they were pretty busy. They had a couple of larger groups on one end of the restaurant and on the opposite side were a few two top tables. The manager welcomed us and asked where we were from. We had to bring our luggage with us since we were going to be leaving directly from the restaurant and heading to the airport afterwards. The manager asked where we were heading and whether or not we were just visiting Utah. She casually made Malta with us and she was just the absolute sweetest. My friend asked for her recommendations about different dishes that they offered. The manager was so over the moon and delighted by my friend's pronunciation of Persian/Iranian words. She quickly gave her a hug and they had a good laugh. You could tell they were both so happy. That really set the tone and vibe for our meal. It was fantastic. My friend ordered three different dishes, all of them, her favorites from growing up. The first of her three was the pita bread with that I believe yogurt based spread. The second of her three was the saffron rice with the beef stew on top. And the third of her dishes was the lamb chops. I ordered the one that shows two kebabs with rice and the charred onion and tomato. I did have a nibble of the saffron rice with the beef stew. That was very flavorful. I really liked the consistency and texture of the meat as well as all of the flavors that went along with it. I am not big on lamb so I did not try the lamb chops. I can't tell you that the kebabs that I had, both of them the ground beef, were absolutely fantastic. I actually wasn't able to eat more than half of my food. I ended up taking it home to my kiddo. They absolutely loved it. And I have to say, this was the best kebab that I've ever had. There is a spot that we considered to be a family favorite over in Glendale, but this top that for sure. The texture, flavor, juiciness, it was all too good to be true. If ever I bring my family with me again to visit Utah, I will be sure that we stop here. My Andre was about $20. It was definitely well worth it. If I had thought about it earlier, I probably would've asked the manager for more of the tomatoes and onions. I love both of those. She says that is the number one thing that she ends up, throwing away from people's plates, the charred tomato and chard onion. I love that. My dish also came with a charred, sweet pepper. I am particularly sensitive to peppers, especially ones that are related in anyway to any colored bell pepper. So, I did not take a chance on it. The manager did ask us to try it. So, my girlfriend took a big bite out of it. She said it was very sweet and very good. I had to trust what she told me. When my friend asked the waitress where those peppers were from or what type of variety they were, the manager actually came out to tell us that it's one that she buys from a store nearby. And although we were only two girls having lunch before catching a flight, I can definitely say everything that I had here was amazing. The flavors, the textures, the tenderness of not only the meat, but the rice and the pita bread, everything was amazing. If ever I return to Utah again, next time with my family, I will definitely make it a point to stop here. The kebabs were so good. I know my little one would just eat this up, no problem. They actually would probably kill the whole dish in one sitting. Although they do accept cash, and they definitely take card, cash for a change with something very difficult for them to scrape up. So, whenever possible, just reach for your card. They are much more easily able to handle that. Walking in we were just a party of two but I did notice that the restaurant filled up with slightly larger groups as time went on. We didn't need a reservation when we came, but it would be smart to make one if it all possible. Or, call and give them a heads up. I noticed it's a few other parties seemed to call and do that. It reduced their wait time. Would I come eat here again? I'd jump on a plane to do it!!! 10 stars!!! Thank you so much read more
5 months ago
10 months ago
Lunch at Sumac Cafe was an amazing time. The service was fast and friendly, and they were able to help us understand some of the menu options. The inside was nicely appointed--you can tell they put time and effort into the decorations and settings. The food itself was outstanding. The food was flavorful but light, perfect for a lunch before going back to work. The chicken barg tasted as though a grandma was cheffing it up in the back because of how comforting it was. Nothing was oily at all, and the chicken was juicy. What an amazing find, and I will be back soon! read more
5 months ago
Delicious food, attentive service, outdoor seating (and dog friendly). We were impressed at the amount of food given with the kebabs, and the flavors were fantastic. The lemon chicken kebab was our favorite, though they were all good. And the tiramisu for dessert was a perfect finish. We'll definitely be back! read more
11 months ago
Heard about this place from a friend and it did not disappoint! It was decently packed when we arrived around 8 o'clock. The parking lot here is a bit tight but there's plenty of street parking just across the street. The service was great! And the food was even better!! The place felt a little more upscale but nothing you truly have to dress fancy for. I would highly recommend coming here if you want to try Authentic Persian Cuisine!! The lamb shank and the fesenjan were delicious! read more
5 months ago
This is a great Persian restaurant. The food quality is really good. Staff were very friendly. I ordered soltani kabob ands Persian tea. I'm very happy with my experience. Highly recommend. read more
One of the girls in our group took us here as this is her favorite spot to go to. The food didn't disappoint and I finished my plate with no crumbs left behind!!! We also tried the mint yogurt drink that a lot of people were getting but didn't expect it to be savory?! (we left those drinks almost untouched but maybe it's a personal preference thing). Want to try other dishes next. Parking lot is tiny btw so be crossing your fingers for a spot if you come during peak hours. *edited to remove a star... since my credit card was charged more than the total amount. It's going to be resolved by the cc company but still annoying to deal with an unauthorized charge. read more
5 months ago
Good Persian food, clean, fast service. My only complaint is how high they have raised their prices. $27 for vaziri (chicken and meat plate) is a bit much specially for lunch. read more
This place was super fun to eat at. The friendliest Persian staff. They answered all our questions with a smile every time. We got the eggplant hummus dip as an appetizer. It was OK. I like the walnuts in it. Then we got a kebab grill plate. This place comes with tons of rice. I would make sure to eat here if you are very hungry, like I was. The roasted tomato is fun. The kebab meat was soft and really fun to experience. Then we got a stew which had crunchy little small french fry-like toppings. This was our favorite part of the meal. I think because everything felt so dry, so a saucy stew with meat was really tasty. All came out to about $50 or so. read more
The atmosphere is lovely and the servers are all so nice, and the food really blew us away! We started with the kashke bademjan. The eggplant was incredibly flavorful and perfectly complimented by the walnuts. Our favorite entree was the lamb shank because of how juicy and tender it was! The beef soltani was yummy too, and I really enjoyed the koobideh. The gormeh sabzi was good too and I can appreciate all the effort that went into it, but I think the flavor profile was too different for my palate. Definitely don't skip on dessert, and our favorite was the saffron ice cream! read more
2 years ago
Sumac Cafe sparked our interest when we saw that it has 5 stars with over 200 reviews. After eating here, I completely understand why. Also, you know that this is a good Persian restaurant when you see lots of Persians eating here! Parking: Small parking lot outside but when we went at 4pm on a Sunday, we had no trouble finding a spot. Ambiance/Service: It's a pretty big restaurant with two different rooms. I can see this place getting packed during a normal dinner rush though. The designs in the room we were in were very light and grand. Not sure what it looked like in the other room though. Our server was attentive and our food came out fairly quickly. Food: -I ordered Chicken Soltani($27): includes Chicken Barg, Koobideh Kabob, and saffron rice. Let me tell you, the kabob was probably the best I've ever had. It was so soft and tender and the flavors were just amazing! -My husband ordered the Beef Soltani ($30) which included Beef Barg (filet Mignon) and the Kabob. He really enjoyed his plate too. -For dessert we ordered Baklava ($5): also a must get! Overall: We were very impressed with this restaurant and wish we lived closer! read more
Sumac Cafe was hopping on a Thursday night and once we tried their food, we understood why. It's worth trying to find parking to eat here (there is a tiny parking lot out front with not many spaces.) The food is fresh and flavorful. My friend ordered the shirazi salad (chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, and mint dressed with olive oil and lime juice) and it was served with fresh pita bread. So refreshing. I ordered the vaziri kabob, which included one chicken and one ground beef kabob, grilled tomatoes and onions, and choice of rice or salad or half and half. Great flavor on everything. I loved the rice. Next time I'd love to try the traditional stews. We didn't have a reservation but were seated right away. Took awhile for a server to come over at first but it was friendly and attentive after that and they were so nice to let us linger and chat long after we had finished our meal. Great service always makes a dining experience so much better these days. read more
1 month ago
Gave it five stars 4 yrs ago and still do today. Fabulous Persian food. Lovely memories of a sweet friend's birthday here who is no longer with us, happy to enjoy it regularly and remember her sweet spirit. The lemon chicken is unreal, with a mint lemonade, a baklava and saffron tea...don't forget the hummus starter. A perfect meal every time! read more
9 months ago
Had the koobideh kabob, the partner had the gheimeh, we had the hummus for apps and tiramisu and saffron ice cream for dessert. The kabob was pretty good, I liked the beef and my partner liked the chicken. The gheimeh was meh, the hummus was decent. I liked both the desserts. read more
4 months ago
1 year ago
We went on a Friday evening. I was extremely disappointed with this restaurant. Every dish we had, and even the beef and chicken skewers were sitting in oil. I have no idea why they feel like they have to put a lot of oil in all the dishes we had. We had 4 appetizers, chicken & beef skewers, hummus, and dessert (no oil on the ice cream)! As a side note, I'm a registered dietitian, so I do care about the food I put in my body. . The restaurant was extremely busy, but it was dirty. I saw a server on the side counting the cash she had then picking up food to deliver to a table. This is the fourth time I've been to this restaurant, and it will most likely be my last. I took a few pictures,but I don't remember exactly the name of the dishes. read more
2 years ago
I can't tell you how happy I am that I no longer have to wait until I fly back home to the Bay Area to have quality Persian food. I thought the price was very fair for the portions! Although there are some dishes I didn't enjoy Sumac Cafe is a solid restaurant and I highly recommend. Here are the notes I have on what we ordered: Mast O Khiar - 5/5 Fesen-jooon - 5/5 Shirazi salad - 5/5 Kashke Bademjoon - 1/5 (way too strong than what I've tried at other restaurants) Vaziri - 5/5 Chicken Kabob - 5/5 Shole Zard - 1/5 (a very strong flowery taste) read more
8 months ago
Extremely flavorful food! First time eating Persian cuisine...but it will not be my last! Excellent staff! Fast service! It's like we went on a brief Persian vacation! Melina's recommendations were on point. The ambiance set the tone for relaxation and full enjoyment of the dining experience! read more
What went well? What didn't? We just got hit with a marvelous explosion of Persian fruits, meats, breads and spices in one delicious sitting. Pair that with prompt and informative service (thanks, Goli!) and the choice of sitting outside near the canyon or inside with Persian decor and you can't lose. The sumac salad was a huge and delightfully fresh way to begin the meal. It is large enough for two people to share and contains a myriad of ingredients and some spices. Pomegranate molasses dressing drizzled in top. Magnificent! Our entree was the lip-smacking fesenjoon, made from purée walnuts and pomegranate sauce with chicken served with rice. The slight tartness of the pomegranate heightened the earthy flavors of the dish and hit you in waves. Dessert was arguably the highlight. We chose the colorful shola zard, a saffron rice pudding with rose water and toppings. We almost fought to the death over the last spoonful. This is a must. Go here. Try stuff. Regret nothing. read more
1 year ago
This place was wonderful! We brought our brother-in-law who was visiting from New Zealand. We had never had Persian food before and our waiter was wonderful with the suggestions. I couldn't decide between two dishes and he actually brought me a sample of one of them to taste, and it was almost enough for a meal! He did the same with the desserts because we had never tried that type of ice cream. This place was a total win. Even my husband, who is normally a picky eater and refuses to take leftovers home from restaurants asked for a to-go box. We will definitely be here again! read more
2 months ago
Wow! This is a spectacular, authentic, Persian restaurant. Agree a day of glorious skiing at Alta, we stopped here for dinner. Got three appetizers and 4 main dishes. Told them we were sharing everything and they brought it family style. The hummus was creamy, with the right amount of lemon, garlic and tahini. The cucumber yogurt and eggplant appetizers were also very good. For mains, we tried the chicken kabob, bone in lamb kebab, lamb shank, and one of the Persian specialties (lamb stew with yellow dal). We liked everything, and the chicken was everyone's favorite. It was tangy and grilled to perfection, without getting dried out. Yum!!!! read more
5 months ago
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