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This was my third time visiting, and I love it more every time. I'm a big fan of Persian food, and every restaurant brings its own special twist--this one is easily in my top three Persian spots in the Seattle area. The restaurant is beautiful, the staff is friendly and welcoming, and the food is absolutely delicious. I ordered the lamb rack, which was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, and my husband had the lamb shank--huge, fall-off-the-bone tender, and so satisfying. We couldn't even finish everything, so we happily took leftovers home for today's lunch. Parking is street parking if you're lucky, but there's also a paid lot right behind the restaurant, which makes it easy. Amazing food, great service, and a lovely atmosphere--definitely a place we'll keep coming back to.
Zeitoon opened in downtown Kirkland many years ago, replacing the Central 21 Steakhouse. Much of the interior still has the original dark room steakhouse décor. The center area hosted a huge group with multiple tables pushed together. I have avoided Zeitoon all these years because they are higher cost, not necessarily justifiable since there are lower cost Persian foods or similar Mediterranean restaurants in the area. I finally decided to try them. Our server answered my questions, including his favorites. Two questionable/sketchy things happened: 1. Our server recommended the Mirza Ghasemi, which he said is great with the optional soft-boiled egg. Sounds good. We ordered it. The optional egg is $2, which is not identified on the menu. (See photo) 2. When he recommended the Mirza Ghasemi, we asked him to remove the Mast O Khiar which we initially chose. I said we only want one appetizer. He nodded and said OK. When the Mirza Ghasemi arrived, so did the Mast O Khiar. They put both on the table and immediately left. I flagged the original server to remind him we said to remove it, but a different person showed up instead. He: "You want to cancel this? No problem." and took the yogurt away. I did not order this; it is not me canceling. Minus 0.5 stars from overall rating. The Food: Mirza Ghasemi + egg, $14 +$2 - 2.5 Stars This eggplant dish is the one recommended by our server. We do enjoy eggplant dips, especially warm versions. The optional "soft boiled egg" is not an American version but tiny threads of yellow egg bits mixed within the eggplant mixture. Honestly, we cannot taste the egg. It is borderline a scam. This dish would be 3.5 stars if it was $14 at the menu price, which is already on the high side. A $16 eggplant dish is delusional. Lamb Shishlik Kebab, $36 - 3.5 Stars Menu: Lamb rack marinated and chargrilled (see menu photo) I knew I would not see a rack of lamb on my plate. I got four lamb chops. Meat quality wise, this is excellent. It comes with a ton of basmati rice and a salad with a refreshing light dressing. This is a bit spendy for the quantity of meat, but taste is good. Soltani Shishlik, $42 - 3.5 Stars This is the exact same dish as above except add a skewer of grounded beef kebab. This kebab, and I quote my hubby, is "not that good". Same comment for the rest of the dish. A basket of lavash bread arrived at the table. I believe it came with the Mirza Ghasemi. We have eaten many lavash breads, commonly used as wrap so it is grilled and/or heat-pressed with oil on the surface. These lavash breads are simply warmed. I learned they taste terrible that way. The surface has a sandpaper texture and still taste like sandpaper when eating it. If I paid for this separately, I would be upset.
Street parking available and reservations for larger parties can be made by phone or email. Dishes were a bit pricy but large portions. The lamb shank was the best dish- meat just falls off the bone. Chicken and lamb kebobs were delicious and moist but the steak was quite dry. Recommend the yogurt and tomato/cucumber appetizers that compliments the grilled meats. Servers were attentive and offered menu suggestions. Spacious and many tables available. Was too dark for us to be able to see that waterfront view.
Based on all the reviews, I came in here expecting OK food with bad service, and got neither. The food was delicious and the service exceptional! Kebabs were very well seasoned (I wished they were a touch more juicy though). Fasenjan was so flavorful. The chicken in it tasted like it was just boiled and then microwaved to within an inch of life, but the flavor of the stew itself made up for it. It's was firing on all cylinders, sweet, savory, sour. And the salad that came with the meal was large. This was enough for two people. Now, the service was outstanding. Got seated right away. Took my order as soon as I was ready. I looked into the main area of the restaurant, trying to take in the decor, and had two people run up to me instantly asking if I needed anything. They checked in on us multiple times through the meal. Water was refilled instantly. I honestly have no idea what the other reviews here mean by bad service. Perhaps they hired new staff or something, but was great. Definitely recommend. It was so good, I brought a group of 8 people here the next week. And we had no problem getting seated, even on a holiday weekend. And the service was just as good.
Located in one of my favorite neighborhoods, the Zeitoon Grill house serves up authentic Peruvian cuisine with friendly service in a casual dining room. The waiter we had had was very friendly, checked in on my partner and I enough but not too much, and recommended several dishes which we chose and loved. If you haven't ever had Tahdig, I strongly recommend it. It's one of those quintessential Peruvian dishes and this was fantastic. I suggest going with the mixed version so you can try both stews with it and find your favorite. We also shared the Palace Plate which was 3 kabobs (chicken, ground beef, and sirloin) and saffron rice. I recommend asking for the sirloin kabob to be spicy to add some extra heat to the dish. The meal was more than enough to share and didn't disappoint. The starter salad was unexceptional and does not add any value to the experience. Now for why I took away a star. Although the place is setup to have a full beautiful bar, sadly you only have the choice of some canned sodas to drink with your meal. There was just the two of us so we said okay to the cute small booth next up front rather than taking up a large booth but everything was crammed on the table. There was also no barrier or mud room at the entryway so every time the door opened the cold air would make us chilly.
Diving into the heart of Kirkland, Zeitoon Grill House emerges as a rare find in the often overlooked world of Persian cuisine. Unlike the "Mediterranean" blanket many Middle Eastern eateries hide under, Zeitoon is unabashedly Persian, serving up a symphony of flavors that speak volumes of its rich cultural backdrop. The magic of Persian cuisine lies in its simplicity and depth, best represented by their rices and skewered meats. Forget the generic kebabs; this is where saffron and pistachios elevate the game, adding layers of flavor and texture that are uniquely Iranian. Zeitoon doesn't dress up for anyone; it's authentic, unpretentious, and with a vibe that's more about the food than the frills. The approval comes from the toughest critic--my Persian girlfriend, who vouches for its freshness and authenticity. The place could use a facelift and a slight staff training, sure, but when the meal ends with a cardamom tea and a view of Lake Washington, you know you've stumbled upon a spot that's more about substance than style. Zeitoon Grill House is a culinary nod to Iran, a place where food transcends borders and brings a slice of Persian pride to the Pacific Northwest. We wish Greater Seattle had a spot like it.
Good quality was good, but prices have sky rocketed and service was annoying. Even though the restaurant was not busy, different servers would come at our table and rush us to next step which eventually was leaving! It was the first time I had brought my friends to eat Iranian food and I wanted us to be relaxed and enjoy our time. But I felt very much rushed by the servers. I suggest, since you have such great food, don't pressure your customers to get them out the door and let them sit and enjoy their time, so they have a good overall experience and come back! Thanks.
Finally have returned and found that their Gormahsatzi Has greatly improved. I went there early on when they had opened and I found it very oily but now it was delicious. Though I wonder if they're putting a dried lemon/lime in there because I missed a hint of that. They are generous with the tadig though it's not as good as Caspian Grill I don't know if they're using a different kind of oil or if I'm getting left over from the day before. It just doesn't test as fresh. Or maybe they're using older rice I just don't know but I hope it improves as well. I love that I can get a side of the stew with the tadig at a reasonable price ( less expensive than CG) I will come back and get this a few more times and update the review with photos as well. I really love both of these Persian places and we are so lucky to have two options. By the way this one is open on Mondays while the other one is closed on Mondays. I highly recommend leaving a tip as they don't charge any service for your to go order.
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Superb food, delicious appetizers and huge servings. Our group ate well (didn't get a chance to take pics of all the food). The highlight for us was the lamb rack that was fall off the bone -- will be back soon! read more
We were in Kirkland overnight on Easter for an early surgical appointment on Monday. After walking around to stretch our legs from the drive we ducked into Zeitoon Grill House for some Persian cuisine. Based on decor I wondered if it had been a pub or steakhouse once in its life: lots of paneled and coffered wood, chandeliers, and wooden booths with coat hangers. We started with the baba ghanouj and ordered the fesenjan and a beef kobideh for meals. The meals came with a salad to share rather than small individual salads on the plate which was a nice touch. The staff was able to provide some veggies with the baba ghanouj since my partner in crime can't have bread. The baba ghanouj was great - exactly the smoky eggplant flavor I was craving when I saw the sign for Persian cuisine. The kobideh was nice and tender - you could taste the onion. The fesenjan was also extremely good. One question: Who eats this much rice in one dish? The rice was very good - but it is a lot of rice. I haven't had Persian like this since we had Persian neighbors who invited us over. read more
This was my third time visiting, and I love it more every time. I'm a big fan of Persian food, and every restaurant brings its own special twist--this one is easily in my top three Persian spots in the Seattle area. The restaurant is beautiful, the staff is friendly and welcoming, and the food is absolutely delicious. I ordered the lamb rack, which was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, and my husband had the lamb shank--huge, fall-off-the-bone tender, and so satisfying. We couldn't even finish everything, so we happily took leftovers home for today's lunch. Parking is street parking if you're lucky, but there's also a paid lot right behind the restaurant, which makes it easy. Amazing food, great service, and a lovely atmosphere--definitely a place we'll keep coming back to. read more
Zeitoon opened in downtown Kirkland many years ago, replacing the Central 21 Steakhouse. Much of the interior still has the original dark room steakhouse décor. The center area hosted a huge group with multiple tables pushed together. I have avoided Zeitoon all these years because they are higher cost, not necessarily justifiable since there are lower cost Persian foods or similar Mediterranean restaurants in the area. I finally decided to try them. Our server answered my questions, including his favorites. Two questionable/sketchy things happened: 1. Our server recommended the Mirza Ghasemi, which he said is great with the optional soft-boiled egg. Sounds good. We ordered it. The optional egg is $2, which is not identified on the menu. (See photo) 2. When he recommended the Mirza Ghasemi, we asked him to remove the Mast O Khiar which we initially chose. I said we only want one appetizer. He nodded and said OK. When the Mirza Ghasemi arrived, so did the Mast O Khiar. They put both on the table and immediately left. I flagged the original server to remind him we said to remove it, but a different person showed up instead. He: "You want to cancel this? No problem." and took the yogurt away. I did not order this; it is not me canceling. Minus 0.5 stars from overall rating. The Food: Mirza Ghasemi + egg, $14 +$2 - 2.5 Stars This eggplant dish is the one recommended by our server. We do enjoy eggplant dips, especially warm versions. The optional "soft boiled egg" is not an American version but tiny threads of yellow egg bits mixed within the eggplant mixture. Honestly, we cannot taste the egg. It is borderline a scam. This dish would be 3.5 stars if it was $14 at the menu price, which is already on the high side. A $16 eggplant dish is delusional. Lamb Shishlik Kebab, $36 - 3.5 Stars Menu: Lamb rack marinated and chargrilled (see menu photo) I knew I would not see a rack of lamb on my plate. I got four lamb chops. Meat quality wise, this is excellent. It comes with a ton of basmati rice and a salad with a refreshing light dressing. This is a bit spendy for the quantity of meat, but taste is good. Soltani Shishlik, $42 - 3.5 Stars This is the exact same dish as above except add a skewer of grounded beef kebab. This kebab, and I quote my hubby, is "not that good". Same comment for the rest of the dish. A basket of lavash bread arrived at the table. I believe it came with the Mirza Ghasemi. We have eaten many lavash breads, commonly used as wrap so it is grilled and/or heat-pressed with oil on the surface. These lavash breads are simply warmed. I learned they taste terrible that way. The surface has a sandpaper texture and still taste like sandpaper when eating it. If I paid for this separately, I would be upset. read more
Street parking available and reservations for larger parties can be made by phone or email. Dishes were a bit pricy but large portions. The lamb shank was the best dish- meat just falls off the bone. Chicken and lamb kebobs were delicious and moist but the steak was quite dry. Recommend the yogurt and tomato/cucumber appetizers that compliments the grilled meats. Servers were attentive and offered menu suggestions. Spacious and many tables available. Was too dark for us to be able to see that waterfront view. read more
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Based on all the reviews, I came in here expecting OK food with bad service, and got neither. The food was delicious and the service exceptional! Kebabs were very well seasoned (I wished they were a touch more juicy though). Fasenjan was so flavorful. The chicken in it tasted like it was just boiled and then microwaved to within an inch of life, but the flavor of the stew itself made up for it. It's was firing on all cylinders, sweet, savory, sour. And the salad that came with the meal was large. This was enough for two people. Now, the service was outstanding. Got seated right away. Took my order as soon as I was ready. I looked into the main area of the restaurant, trying to take in the decor, and had two people run up to me instantly asking if I needed anything. They checked in on us multiple times through the meal. Water was refilled instantly. I honestly have no idea what the other reviews here mean by bad service. Perhaps they hired new staff or something, but was great. Definitely recommend. It was so good, I brought a group of 8 people here the next week. And we had no problem getting seated, even on a holiday weekend. And the service was just as good. read more
Located in one of my favorite neighborhoods, the Zeitoon Grill house serves up authentic Peruvian cuisine with friendly service in a casual dining room. The waiter we had had was very friendly, checked in on my partner and I enough but not too much, and recommended several dishes which we chose and loved. If you haven't ever had Tahdig, I strongly recommend it. It's one of those quintessential Peruvian dishes and this was fantastic. I suggest going with the mixed version so you can try both stews with it and find your favorite. We also shared the Palace Plate which was 3 kabobs (chicken, ground beef, and sirloin) and saffron rice. I recommend asking for the sirloin kabob to be spicy to add some extra heat to the dish. The meal was more than enough to share and didn't disappoint. The starter salad was unexceptional and does not add any value to the experience. Now for why I took away a star. Although the place is setup to have a full beautiful bar, sadly you only have the choice of some canned sodas to drink with your meal. There was just the two of us so we said okay to the cute small booth next up front rather than taking up a large booth but everything was crammed on the table. There was also no barrier or mud room at the entryway so every time the door opened the cold air would make us chilly. read more
8 months ago
Diving into the heart of Kirkland, Zeitoon Grill House emerges as a rare find in the often overlooked world of Persian cuisine. Unlike the "Mediterranean" blanket many Middle Eastern eateries hide under, Zeitoon is unabashedly Persian, serving up a symphony of flavors that speak volumes of its rich cultural backdrop. The magic of Persian cuisine lies in its simplicity and depth, best represented by their rices and skewered meats. Forget the generic kebabs; this is where saffron and pistachios elevate the game, adding layers of flavor and texture that are uniquely Iranian. Zeitoon doesn't dress up for anyone; it's authentic, unpretentious, and with a vibe that's more about the food than the frills. The approval comes from the toughest critic--my Persian girlfriend, who vouches for its freshness and authenticity. The place could use a facelift and a slight staff training, sure, but when the meal ends with a cardamom tea and a view of Lake Washington, you know you've stumbled upon a spot that's more about substance than style. Zeitoon Grill House is a culinary nod to Iran, a place where food transcends borders and brings a slice of Persian pride to the Pacific Northwest. We wish Greater Seattle had a spot like it. read more
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1 year ago
Good quality was good, but prices have sky rocketed and service was annoying. Even though the restaurant was not busy, different servers would come at our table and rush us to next step which eventually was leaving! It was the first time I had brought my friends to eat Iranian food and I wanted us to be relaxed and enjoy our time. But I felt very much rushed by the servers. I suggest, since you have such great food, don't pressure your customers to get them out the door and let them sit and enjoy their time, so they have a good overall experience and come back! Thanks. read more
Finally have returned and found that their Gormahsatzi Has greatly improved. I went there early on when they had opened and I found it very oily but now it was delicious. Though I wonder if they're putting a dried lemon/lime in there because I missed a hint of that. They are generous with the tadig though it's not as good as Caspian Grill I don't know if they're using a different kind of oil or if I'm getting left over from the day before. It just doesn't test as fresh. Or maybe they're using older rice I just don't know but I hope it improves as well. I love that I can get a side of the stew with the tadig at a reasonable price ( less expensive than CG) I will come back and get this a few more times and update the review with photos as well. I really love both of these Persian places and we are so lucky to have two options. By the way this one is open on Mondays while the other one is closed on Mondays. I highly recommend leaving a tip as they don't charge any service for your to go order. read more
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3 years ago
This place made me love persian food. This sets the bar high for any other persian restaurant. Food is amazing. I specially loved the baba ganoush and the lamb. Its tender and flavorful. I will come back and will recommend this place all the time! read more
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We went there because this is a halal choice. We used to go there 7 years ago when it was called Aryanna. Nice location but we were the only one there with just one other family. My kids didn't even touch their plates. Very bland food unfortunately. Restaurant does have a great location and ambiance. Will we return, unfortunately answer is NO. read more
7 years ago
I bookmarked this place a long time ago and so I finally made it. I have a new favorite spot for the area. The food was perfection. The grilled steak was cooked perfectly and the ground beef a well seasoned. The appetizers we amazing from the simple hummus to the eggplant and beef dish. If I had a wish, I would have liked more vegetable sides but then I'm trying to cut my meat in take and this was glorious meal of meats. Save room for baklava and get a cup of tea. I think it's something special with the cardamom. read more
4 years ago
Hands down without a doubt best Persian in Washington! And we've been to all of them! Super picky since we are from California and grew up on Persian restaurants from LA to Orange County to San Diego. We have been here for 3 years and was looking for that special Persian restaurant. This is it look no further. Good spices and great quality meat and other. Had the last tahdigh left awesome crunch not soggy! Everything mouth watering If you want something different and ethnic give peros. Food a try unsure look at YouTube with mark weins or "David was here" or mr taster food vloggers on iran to get a glimpse Thank you for the amazing food hit the spot for Persian couple away from family and Persian food! lovely staff and waiter read more
3 years ago
we very often visit seattle from Los Angeles since our older kids live here, I think by far this was our best persian food that we tried in Seattle area. Great food, good service, nice location and clean place. read more
4 years ago
Excellent food excellent service .......good ambience.. Great location city if Kirkland . Whenever I visit Washington I must go there read more
Heard from many people that the food here was delicious, so decided to come in for dinner with the wifey. While I do agree the food is great, from the juicy flavorful meat skewers to really well cooked rice with the right chew and texture. The service was something else to be desired. We had to wave down someone to put in our order and then, the wait and wait and wait began before we received our food. Again we had to wave someone down when we wanted our check. Perhaps it was our table tucked in the corner or just a slow night by the kitchen or off day by the staff, whatever it is I would like to come back for the food..... but probably for takeout. read more
4 years ago
I have been here multiple times. The food is authentic, and the service is excellent. I love their lamb dishes. I would recommend this place read more
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