Unfortunately, I was very disappointed with my experience. Ordered take out for a pick up on my way…read morehome from work. When I arrived the food was ready, however, not a single staff member was helpful and actually quite rude as I tried to get my order. Ended up speaking to a host and 4 staff just to figure out the pick up. When I got home the food did not match what was was described, salmon skewers were only baked salmon filet, the $9.99 salad was less than a cup of diced tomato and cucumber and the beef skewer was dry and under seasoned. Surprising considering how many great reviews there are. With so many choices for great Persian food on the North Shore I will go some place else next time.

If you are looking for a place to feel like you're in a movie set or impress someone then do not…read morepass by Akbarjoojeh! This place looks so pretty on the outside with the different coloured flowers and stained glass windows but when you walk in, your jaw will drop to the floor! It is stunning beyond words with all types of Persian decor scattered throughout the restaurant in every nook and cranny. My eyes couldn't stop scanning the place and seeing something new each and every time. Beautiful colours of red, gold and various others popping out all over the place. The enormous golden samovars just screamed luxe. Even the menus have a carpet like material on the outside...I just couldn't believe how much attention to detail there was in this stunning restaurant. It is an experience that transforms you to the Middle East that makes you feel like royalty! The service is quick and friendly even though they are so so so sooooo busy! Now let's get to the food...believe it or not but it's just as amazing as the decor. The koobideh beef is juicy and very thick too. The joojeh chicken is super tender and melts in your mouth. The shishlik was the star, even in a well done form it was somehow still tender and juicy! The yogurt drink is refreshing, the Akbar mashti ice cream is fragrant and sweet and you can't go wrong with ordering anything on this fantastic menu. My deepest compliments to the chef!!! I'd say the Akbar joojeh dish could do with a touch less oil and their tea could've been more dark and fragrant as it was quite bland after the symphony my senses had gone through and the baklava would've been nice in Persian style instead of Arabic to tie in with the atmosphere more but these are very nit picky types of comments as this place is the best one in the lower mainland to go to especially when you're craving middle eastern eats. I wish I took more photos but I was in too much of a state of trance! Please do yourself a favour and run over to akbarjoojeh!

Everything was amazing, the food, the atmosphere and the service…read more The chicken barberry is incredibly tender and perfectly seasoned.

I am quite demanding when it comes to quality, especially when a restaurant presents itself as…read moreoffering a refined dining experience. Unfortunately, choosing Delara for my mother's birthday was a major disappointment. My Tamarind Herb Stew was overwhelmingly sour and one-dimensional. I could not distinguish the beef, herbs, caramelized onions or shallots described on the menu. The tahdig was wet and not remotely crispy. My mother's Chicken & Barberries was also disappointing. I could detect almost none of the saffron flavour or charcoal aroma described on the menu, and the rice was similarly poor. Most of both main courses remained on our plates. What made the experience worse was the lack of follow-up. During the main course, nobody came to ask whether everything was satisfactory, even though most of our food was clearly being left untouched. Afterward, I read other negative reviews describing the same lack of attention during the meal. Of course I cannot know the reason, but when this happens repeatedly it creates the unfortunate impression that staff may prefer not to invite feedback while there is still an opportunity to address the problem. Flatbread arrived with butter but no butter knife, and even getting salt and pepper from another server took far too long. By the time our server finally asked about the meal, the evening was already spoiled and we had no desire to order dessert. I have since apologized to my mother for choosing this restaurant for her birthday. They applied a 50% discount to my stew, but this was never about saving $20. It was about the quality of the food, the service, the importance of the occasion, and the value of our time. What I find especially disappointing is the gap between the attractive menu descriptions and what was actually served. When a restaurant sells an experience through words like saffron, charcoal-grilled, tahdig, herbs and caramelized onions, those descriptions should be reflected in the food. Otherwise, customers are being sold an expectation that the plate does not deliver. Customers should pay attention to these details and be demanding about both quality and service. Reviews, awards and recommendations may help us choose a restaurant, but they should never stop us from judging what is actually in front of us.

best food and customer service. the ambiance was great, I really enjoyed my time here.read more

Love love love this place ! The food is delicious! We ordered the kebab and falafel wrap and I…read morewould definitely come back here again. Big portions and very reasonably priced! The environment is also really spacious and relaxing for a nice family dinner.

Fantastic baked goods and a friendly staff. I love popping in here for their pistachio croissants…read moreor frangipane brioche whenever I'm nearby

I visited this great little cafe a couple months ago and met Ali, the owner. He was very kind and…read morefriendly and let me try one of his delicious coconut treats with my coffee. Many people were buying these coconut bites . They are very popular and I can see why. All his baked items looked delicious. The cafe was very busy. It was warm and inviting and the decor was very nice. My coffee was smooth and just perfect for me. I highly recommend this cafe next time you're in the area.

I don't usually order food an hour before closing. I thought they closed at 11pm based on the hour…read moreof operations online, but I found out later it was actually 10pm closing. Even though it was close to closing, this family run business still cooked up an amazing combo platter for me. The combo platter had chicken, kebab, beef, tomatoes over rice. The proteins and tomatoes were perfectly grilled with right amount of char. The meats were tender and juicy. I was only going to eat half and save half for tomorrow, but I ended up eating majority of the entire plate and fell asleep in food coma bliss. 10/10 I would do it again.

The food arrived hot,smelling delicious and it was very tasty, thank you will definitely return.read more

big portions, very tasty, owner was very friendly and came out to say hi, wonderful people and…read morewonderful place, highly recommend this beautiful location

**Will not honour valid gift cards**…read more Have been a customer for many years. Recently, found some gift cards I purchased awhile back and went with my boyfriend for lunch at the Cazba Davie location to redeem the gift cards on December 29, 2025. Long story short, they refused to honour the gift cards because they "changed their computer system" and said the gift cards therefore expire and cannot be used. I told them that the terms and conditions of the gift card literally states to use the gift card like "cash" and according to BC laws that gift cards are not allowed to be expired unless in very specific circumstances, which does not include a system change. Eventually, their general manager, Mr. Behruz Sigari, spoke to me on the phone and promised that he would call Moneris to find out my gift card balance and then contact me with a resolution soon. I left with his email (b.sigari@gmail.com) and emailed him twice but he has never replied. Clearly, they are willing to engaged in unethical and illegal business practices stealing funds from customers even when educated about gift card laws. I have since reported them to Consumer Protection BC and will never be a customer of their's for their lies and horrible treatment. Lesson learned: always use your gift cards as soon as you can.

Best kabob Koobideh I've had in a very long time. The rack of lamb was cooked to perfection and…read morehighly recommended. Service was attentive and the staff had great harmony Working together. I'm never going anywhere else and Will be back soon.

This is an update to my previous 3 star review almost two years ago…read more Several times we've been recently ordering takeout the kabobs have been so dry and overcooked we had to chuck it in the bin half way. Like trying to swallow cardboard. It makes it even worse when every single time we've instructed them to cook it juicy and every time they overcook it. So, 0 for Food. 0 for Service. Time has taken you to Disaster's Door. Never going back.

Excellent middle Eastern food. We tried a variety of Kabobs and fresh bread and loved everything…read more They even have Afghan kabeli polo which was lovely. Overall I highly recommend this place.

The staff was very polite and accommodating, Was very clean…read moreand a good atmosphere The food was amazing and tender. I typically don't have schish kababs because they're always chewy, however here it was very good. Definitely visit.

Dining at East is East is a unique, immersive experience that feels like stepping into a cozy…read morecultural oasis. The warm lighting, artistic decor, and relaxing ambiance set a wonderful stage for enjoying a comforting meal infused with vibrant Eastern traditions. The service was attentive and hospitable, making the meal feel smooth and inviting. The standout of the visit was the famous Silk Route Feast, which offered an incredible tasting journey alongside delicious individual bowls like the rich Chicken Masala and deeply spiced Lamb Curry.

Stopped by in a group of two for lunch for the Chai Feast. This the perfect way to sample many of…read morethe foods especially as the other person at lunch had not previously attended this dining establishment. We were seated right away and provided complimentary soy chai...so good. And then we started sampling many items from the Chai Feast. The presentation is excellent when they bring out the platter with the many dishes....and each dish has unique tastes. Always a fan of the boulani and this time the stars of the meal for me were the Creamy Mushroom & Eggplant and the Lamb Curry. The service was great and it was a positive food experience.