Dear Toranj and all its staff, As soon as I walked in to pick up take out the ambiance was incredible and clam so was the staff asking if I wanted a beverage while I waited and they also meaningfully chatted with me! My food order wasn't ready when I got there but the respectful and kind staff and employees added free bread and yogurt as an apology on the house which I appreciated! This place deserves a 5 star review and I can't wait to rush home and eat my delicious food! read more

Phenomenal Mediterranean food, exceptional persian-inspired craft cocktails, beautiful space, and excellent service. Highly recommend trying out the Manhattan beach location! Only negative for us was feeling some pressure to upgrade the sides to our dishes (options to upgrade the salad and rice); we upgraded the rice and didn't necessarily enjoy the upgraded rice with cranberries and think the base options may have been preferable. Really enjoyed the included house salad! If you may know you have a preference for one of the upgrades it may be nice to have the options, otherwise, I would not hesitate to stick with the base which is delicious. read more

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2nd time here. The tahdig is indeed inedible - so hard it hurt my teeth not to mention to golden brown color underneath. Stews are small in quantity and not hot. Sorry to say, cannot come back after being served this quality of food. read more

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Honestly, I didn't even want to write this review, but after spending a couple of hours thinking about it, I felt like I had to. To those writing all the good reviews, I genuinely have one question: have you actually had good Persian food before? Have you ever been to Raffi's? We drove all the way from Orange County because someone recommended this place. We usually just go to Raffi's, but I thought, "let's give this place a shot." Unfortunately, that was a mistake. First, I want to be clear: the staff were great, friendly and attentive. This review has nothing to do with them. It's strictly about the food. 3 Stew Tahdig ($17): The tahdig was extremely thick and hard. Even with the stew on top, it was basically inedible. Mast-o-Moosir (Shallot Yogurt): Served in a very small portion and was extremely watery. You could clearly taste raw shallots instead of a smooth blend. This dish should be made with thick yogurt (mast-e chekideh), not something runny. Main Courses: * Soltani ($39) * Naderi Soltani ($42) Honestly, we couldn't even tell the difference between the two, they seemed identical. We asked for well-done, but everything came medium or even undercooked. The barg kebab (filet mignon) was the worst part, it was tough, rubbery, and almost impossible to cut. It genuinely felt like chewing plastic. Not sure what kind of meat was used, but it definitely wasn't good quality. Salad Issue: The server asked which salad we wanted and mentioned Shirazi, Greek, etc. I chose Greek. When the bill came, we were charged an extra $2 for it, which was never mentioned. That should have been clearly communicated. Also, the bowl the salad was served in was chipped and broken in multiple spots--not a great presentation at all. Rice: The rice was poorly cooked and had barely any saffron (maybe 5% at most). Even another table nearby complained about the rice. Drink - Sekanjebin ($10): This is supposed to be a traditional Persian drink, but this tasted like a mix of cheap syrup. It did not resemble authentic sekanjebin at all. Appetizer - Marinated Olives (Zeytoon Parvardeh): The olives were unusually large and overpowering. This dish should be balanced, you're supposed to taste the walnut, pomegranate, and herbs, not just big olives. At this point, it made sense why the restaurant was almost empty on a Sunday lunchtime, maybe 4-5 tables total. To be completely honest, the food upset our stomachs to the point where we had to take Pepto-Bismol afterward. Overall, the food quality was very disappointing, and we will not be coming back. I would not recommend this place to anyone looking for authentic or well-made Persian food. Again, no issues with the staff, they were great. The problem is entirely with the food. read more

Toranj - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Amazing food, the filet mignon is very good here. The chicken is also really juicy. This place hits every time and the service is great. The ambiance is really nice and it's usually just street parking. read more

Toranj - Filet Mignon Barg - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Even though they were swamped, the service was great. The beef koubideh was spiced perfectly and was juicy. The chicken was also surprisingly juicy which is hard to do imo. The restaurant was packed after a World Cup match, we sat on the outside patio and they had heating lamps to keep you warm. read more

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Terrible service, food is very mediocre and there's absolutely zero ambiance here. Wouldn't come back and wouldn't recommend.

The best persian food, well best food in general we have ever had. Everyone in the restaurant was so happy, smiling and friendly staff. read more

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I was excited to make the 2.5 hour drive from Orange County during rush hour because I heard this restaurant was that good. The bread we started off w was great however the 3 orders of tahdig we ordered were not crispy as I would have expected. We sat inside on the far right and it was very difficult to get our waiter or staff's attention. I ordered the soltani, when the plate arrived it looked amazing however by the second bite I noticed a huge hair in my koobideh that I was chewing on which was disgusting. Please see reference pics attached. I lost my appetite and told the waiter about this. We said they would replace it. We were the last people there still waiting for my replacement food and when it arrived it was just the meat in there no rice. Oh well. I had high hopes for this place but the lack of attention to service and the hair in my food was a bummer. I didn't want to post this but after driving all the way back home and losing my appetite from the hair in the food I had to let you know. read more

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Heavily marinated everything, even lamb chop! totally lost the natural flavor! Good service and friendly staff and nice owner though. read more

After the first review Toranj graciously comped a meal for a guest and me. Service was exceptional. The Juicy Chicken, Persian Eggplant, Fesenjan and Cherry Rice all remain standouts. Recommend if you're looking for Persian in Westwood! read more

I came here after a game and was in the mood for Mediterranean food! I ordered the salmon and a hot tea and special butter as well. The bread was amazing and I even asked for another batch before heading out. The service was so friendly and everyone seemed to be having a good time and enjoying their meals and at this exquisite restaurant. I thought the salmon was delicious and even saved some for home in addition to the bread, of course. The salmon came with rice and each spoonful was such a great combination. I had an amazing experience and look forward to coming back soon! read more

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Being Persian and having visited California numerous times, I know the area has plenty of Persian restaurants. I decided to try this one since I had never been before, located in Westwood. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by the friendly staff and promptly seated. The restaurant's aesthetic was chic and beautiful. They served complimentary lavash bread with butter, which was a nice touch. I ordered the juicy chicken with sour cherry rice, which is typically my go to. The presentation was great, but to be honest, the food was just mediocre. It didn't taste like the chicken had been marinated overnight, and given my high expectations, it fell short. Overall, it's a nice spot with good service, but not the best Persian food I've had in SoCal. read more

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Food service is the best in LA you have to try it We've been in many persian food restaurants in LA and Toranj tops all read more

This food is INCREDIBLE. It stands alongside the other great Iranian restaurants in the greater Los Angeles area, including larger establishments like Rafi's Place. We had the beef soltani, lamb shank, and specialty chicken, and they did not disappoint, full of flavor and spice that I've come to love in Persian Cuisine. The variety of rice mixes are a cut above and drew praise from 4 of our party who have never had Persian food before. But the highlight of our time was our server, Maral! She was bursting with energy, an easy laugh, and a really welcoming tone than made me feel welcomed as an old friend-- not the polite tone of a total stranger. Her joviality, kindness, and wit-- combined with the intimate ambiance of the dining room-- haa cemented Toranj as my go-to for Persian food. Not only great food, but great people. read more

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Absolutely amazing food!!! I would post a pic but we ate it too fast. Decent prices and a big portions. Great taste!! Maryam and Mehdi were awesome!! Quiet and comfortable place. Highly recommended!!! read more

I like going to Toranj when I want quick and affordable Persian food in a nice sit-down environment. There always seems to be a table available, the staff is courteous and on top of things, and the food almost always comes out quickly. The juicy chicken is a must. The chicken is as juicy as it claims to be, and the rice is so good. Best of all, the portion sizes are huge. I always end up full and with leftovers for a second meal. Eating out in LA is expensive these days, but Toranj is a great place to get tasty food and your bang for your buck. read more

Toranj - Cucumber Yogurt - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I've had my fair share of Persian food in LA, especially in Westwood where you have several reputable options. What I really liked about this place was the food felt very fresh and tasty WITHOUT the overwhelming heaviness of other Persian restaurants. I got tahdig with gheyme and ghormeh sabzi and a soltani kabob. I could tell the ingredients were cleaner just by how it tasted and how I felt after eating. I wasn't in an instant food coma. It makes me way more likely to come back here regularly knowing I can still continue the rest of my day without an obligatory post kabob nap like every other Persian restaurant out there. Will definitely be back. Thanks for the clean and tasty food! Service was good too. read more

The kebabs were juicy flavorful and delicious. The complimentary bread and butter was also quite nice. We also enjoyed the warm eggplant appetizer. Beautifully decorated, elegant but the dishes were a bit pricey. read more

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Very delicious meal. Patio is comfortable and service was friendly. Food came out fast. They have a decent selection of wine by the glass even if the menu isn't online. I wish they had some vegetarian versions of stews like gheimeh or gheimeh bademjan. But they had some good options. I enjoyed the lentil soup and the Persian eggplant. The latter came just by itself without rice so I had to order a side of rice which was a little strange since the meat stews come with rice. But the food was very tasty and I would recommend this and maybe come back. The owner was very nice! read more

Toranj - Wine menu - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is our favorite local Persian restaurant. I always go for the Soltani Nadri. it's absolutely perfect. But lately my wife has been obsessed with their juicy chicken, so I tried it tonight and wow, it did not disappoint. Perfectly marinated, incredibly juicy, and an amazing match with mast-o-moosir. Don't forget to finish it off with Persian tea. Shout out to Morteza for the warm welcome and outstanding hospitality. Thank you! read more

Toranj - Akbar Jojeh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We had the best Kabab Barg ever! It was so soft, juicy, and full of flavor. It was absolutely delicious! The quality and taste brought back memories of my hometown in Iran! We visited LA for the Soccer World Cup and are so glad we stopped here. We'll definitely be back on our next trip! read more

Got takeout last night at Toranj and wasn't very hungry because I'd had a delicious late afternoon snack at Lulu's down the street (see Lulu review, excellent!) Staying at the Plaza la Reina which offers you a 10% discount on dinner at Toranj so thought I'd give it a try. - lentil soup - 4/5, generous portion, very lentil forward, tasty - greek salad - 4/5, not as generous of a portion, solid salad I clearly did not order the most popular items because I wasn't hungry so I will give Toranj another try for in-restaurant eating as the service seemed very friendly and helpful. read more

Toranj is a Persian restaurant in the Westwood area. It has a comforting, neighborhood feel, and the tables are packed with families and regulars. I ordered the eggplant borani ($10) to start and the beef koobideh ($24) as my entree. They brought out free bread and butter to start. The bread was free. I enjoyed the eggplant, which was mixed with plenty of yogurt and sesame seeds. It was nice on its own, as a dip for the bread, and as a sauce for the beef, a truly versatile dish. The beef koobideh comes with two skewers of ground beef, rice (can substitute with salad) and a whole grilled tomato. It's a huge plate and each bite is delicious. The beef is well-spiced and very flavorful, and the rice complements it excellently. The whole affair is served steaming hot, which I appreciated. Overall, the koobideh was a great dish, but the eggplant and the bread weren't as good as I hoped they would be. I would try this place again and see if other dishes are better. read more

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I had an excellent dining experience here. I have not had such good Persian cuisine since my last trip to London . The service was excellent and the restaurant has a very friendly atmosphere. My father and I shared the Soltani combo , Gahmeh stew, and cucumber yogurt. The bread was delicious and made to order. I will be back. Had plenty of leftovers! Thank you for having us read more

Toranj - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

If you're looking for authentic Persian food, I highly recommend Toranj. They bring complimentary bread and butter which I give five start to the bread. It is fresh and crunchy. I have been to many Middle Eastern/ Persian restaurants, but Toranj was the best one. Food was delicious and had all the seasonings that you can find in perisan food. I give them 5/5 for the yummy food. There is indoor and outdoor seating area. We sat outside since the weather was nice. It can be busy, if you go on a weekend. Service was good. Staff were nice and checking on the customers. We didn't have to wait for a long time to get our food. Our food came in a reasonable time. They have traditional Persian drinks(nonalcoholic) which is worth trying. Parking can be a challenge, if you don't mind walking. You can find parking in walking distance. If I am in the area, I will go to this restaurant and try other items too. read more

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This is my girlfriends favorite place to eat. Since her girlfriends are UCLA students, they come here together and eat here all the time. Even when I am not invited. We all came here after one of their graduations, and I ordered me the Lamb Shank. They wanted the Beef Kobediah, with Rice and all. Nice waiters, and waitresses. Love coming here when I can be here. read more

Ate here 3 times in the past couple of months. First time was great: the filet mignon kebab was 10 of 10; second time the lamb shank was was a 6 of 10, but the lentil soup was phenomenal; third time ordered the filet mignon which clearly wasn't filet mignon had to send it back, ordered a Greek salad that never came, and the lentil soup was served tepid. Won't be going back again. read more

Delivery orders constantly get messed up here and the staff never shows any empathy or problem-solving or doesn't offer any gestures

An absolute gem! The Persian and Mediterranean flavors here are incredible. Everything tasted fresh and authentic. The atmosphere was welcoming, and the service was topnotch.Highly recommend if you're looking for delicious, comforting food! read more

A beautifully decorated and thoughtfully designed space that immediately sets Toranj apart from most Persian restaurants. We ordered the Naderi and Koobideh kabobs and they were perhaps the best I've had in LA. Both kabobs were generously portioned in relation to the rice....something rarely seen as most restaurants tend to do the opposte. To start, we had the kashke-bademjoon. While it was slightly under-seasoned and missing the bold notes of fried garlic, onion and mint that typically define the dish, it was still delicious, especially when paired with the complimentary housemade bread. The koobideh was juicy, clearly made with quality beef rather than fillers and perfectly seasoned with just the right balance of onion and meat. The Naderi featured marinated beef chunks that were tender, flavorful and melt in your mouth good. I could have easily enjoyed a second skewer! The rice was light and fluffy, not overly salted as I often find elsewhere and served with a grillled tomato. However it lacked the usual accompaniments of fresh onion and herbs that typically round out the dish. Service was kind, attentive and genuinely welcoming. I'll definitely be returning and next time I'm bringing my family. read more

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Super flavorful meats and fish and very kind service. Came here for a group dinner and the steak, chicken, and beef koobideh were incredible, so tender and well cooked. I loved the rice that had little cranberries too. The staff was very attentive and made our group feel well taken care of. Parking is difficult in the area, but I parked at the nearby museum parking and it was like $8 for maybe 1.5 ish hours. read more

Toranj - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Good food and great service. Food comes out fast. I come with friends often and never disappoints.

Toranj is the local classic. Now with DineLA $25 for 3 course, it is affordable. Juicy chicken kabob 3/5 I think it is still a little dry. The flavor was adequate but not enough for me. Filet mignon shish 5/5. The pieces of beef were juicy and tender. I love this dish more than juicy chicken Eggplant dip 5/5 you can't go wrong with this. The crunchy toppings and garlicky flavor really enhances eggplants which are usually bland. Sadly they didn't have baklava even though we came at 11:45am. I don't like the donuts (1/5) because they are oily and artificially sweet. The rose ice cream (5/5) is much better with an intense flavor of flower. Same for the hot tea. They really love their roses. read more

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Wonderful food, wonderful service. Excellent. Highly recommend for authentic food and generous portions. Try the chicken with bone. Best.

I'm so glad my friend and her family from out of town decided to try this restaurant because the food was outstanding! I ordered the beef koobideh with basmati rice and the meat was so flavorful and delicious. The others had the juicy chicken, chicken kebab, and salmon. We also shared the hummus and cucumber yogurt appetizers along with a few of their unique and fancy desserts. Besides being tasty, the food was very attractive and well-presented. Our server and other staff were very kind, personable, and patient. The restaurant is beautiful and elegant inside and they also have outdoor dining in front. I was lucky to find metered street parking across the street. Parking is $2 an hour and there was someone on duty actively checking meters and giving out tickets. I seldom drive out to Westwood, but I would gladly make the trip to dine here again. read more

Where do I go to eat in Westwood after a documentary movie screening of Decathlon: The CK Yang and Rafer Johnson Story at UCLA on a Tuesday night after I have met an Olympic legend's family? Toranj of course! We had a party of six and were seated immediately. The brought us warm bread (kind of like a pita but larger and thinner), which they refilled throughout the dinner. The server was also kind enough to explain their menu to us. Sekanjebin - I picked this non-alcoholic drink which they make in house. It's a sweet and sour drink with mint and cucumber. It was a like a sweeter mojito without the fizz. I liked that it had that little tang to it. Not really sour, just a little zing. Special Butter - This butter was very well made. You get one block of green basil butter and another of pink sumac butter. Very good basil and sumac flavor throughout, but I don't think this appetizer is essential because the flavors of the other small dishes and mains are much stronger. It's like Scottie Pippen to Michael Jordan. By himself with no one around, Scottie is great, but when together Michael dominates. Hummus - Their hummus is medium coarse, had wonderful flavor. Marinate Olive - This dish might not be for everyone, but I thought it was wonderful. This is a Northern Iranian dish where a pureed mix of walnuts, pomegranate molasses and herbs become a pasty marinade and get mixed with whole green olives. The olives bring the savory while the the walnut pomegranate marinade makes it quite tart. You would want to share this or take back the leftovers if it is just you because it is a lot of tartness for one person. A very unique dish that I had not had before. Served chilled. Albaloo Polo - Basmati rice mixed with endless amounts of cooked sour cherries. If you want a little sweetness to counter all of your grilled meats, you can try this one. Juicy Chicken - This is labeled as their signature dish. Rolled chicken, marinated overnight in their special sauce and then fire grilled. It was not revelatory, but it was very good. It was a like other restaurant's chicken kabobs, but with bigger, juicier pieces of mainly white meat. I think their marinade has something that seals in the juice when it is cooking. Beef Koobideh - I loved the flavor and texture of their koobideh. It was charred just enough on the outside and inside the ground beef was still moist and very well seasoned. If I had to choose between the Juicy Chicken and the Beef Koobideh, I pick the Beef Koobideh. Fesenjoon - Chicken stew, made of a pomegranate and walnut sauce. It's served in clay pot like how curries are served, but tasted very tangy with some sweetness. The stew base had a similar tart profile that the olives appetizer did. If you are going to get something with the pomegranate and walnut sauce, then just pick one dish. Don't get both the olives and this, it is a little overkill on the tartness. At Toranj you can go with very common Persian dishes or you can opt for other items that you might not find at that many Persian restaurants. We tried to mix in a few of each which made our dinner great. Service was good and consistent. It's immaculate inside... You could come here for a casual dinner, but it's entirely wonderful for a date night or pre or post show or movie. read more

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Love this place - great inventory. Fresh and inexpensive herbs and Asian vegetables. Good range of Korean foods and a decent drinks dept. I love the food court. I like to come on a Sunday and get a meal in the food court and then shop for my weekly groceries read more

We had theater tickets at the Geffen, and decided to meet at Toranj for an early dinner before the show. Given its close proximity to the theater and the walkability, it was the perfect choice. The restaurant is charming, with seating both inside and out. The interior chairs are soft and plush, and the blue color scheme is warm and inviting. Tables are tidy and the restaurant was very clean. We were too busy enjoying delicious food to take pictures of all of the food, but suffice it to say that everything was delicious! We got the Tahdig 2 with ghormeh sabzi (my favorite) and gheymeh (so good). The portion was just right for 4 people. We also got individual entrees - 2 orders of beef koobideh and 2 orders of barramundi. We ordered one koobideh with zereshk polo (barberry rice). Meal portions were appropriate for the price, and we were thrilled to have leftovers for lunch the next day. Would definitely return. It's a perfect spot for lunch or dinner on a beautiful day, and a great choice for a meal before or after a show. read more

Toranj - Barramundi Fish - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Had a really nice experience at Toranj Restaurant. Good food & good service , Maral took great care of us very attentive, warm attitude, and genuinely good service throughout the meal. Sergio was also helping and made sure everything was running smoothly. The team made the whole visit feel easy and welcoming. Would definitely come back. read more