Iranian Restaurants near Whitby, ON

“My favourite Afghani restaurant! Real food, served on real plates, with real utensils.

I love the Waziri Tandoori meal. The chicken is so flavourful and tender. The Shish is delicious as well. The best part about the meals is all of the variety included. Salad, soup, rice, naan, meats and delicious sauces are are included with the meal. I also really enjoy the Bolani, with its delicious leek and potato filling, as well as the Eggplant Borani, and the Mantoo dumplings. The House Doogh yogourt drink settles and relaxes the stomach after such a large and filling meal.

The friendly service is very welcoming and heartwarming as well.

Although it's quite the drive from Scarborough, Maimana Naan and Kabab is such a treat and I never regret the long drive!“

“As a Persian, I know good kebab — and The Kebab Shoppe in Pickering absolutely nailed it. The koobideh (sheath kebab) was juicy, flavorful, and authentic. The rice was fragrant and perfectly cooked. On top of that, the staff were genuinely polite, attentive, and welcoming. Highly recommend this hidden gem for anyone craving quality Persian cuisine!“

“Cyrus Persian Restaurant is a hidden gem tucked away in a modest house on Ritson Road, with almost no signage to guide you, which makes finding it a bit of a challenge, but totally worth the effort. We recently ordered takeout and tried their Chicken Shawarma Plate, Triple Koobideh Kabob, and Double Chicken Kabobs, and the experience was fantastic from start to finish.

The Koobideh Kabob was absolutely the standout dish, juicy, flavorful, and packed with spices that hit all the right notes. Each bite was tender and lip-smacking, easily the best koobideh we’ve had in a while. My kids couldn’t get enough of the chicken kabobs, which were perfectly cooked, tender, and mild enough for their tastes. My wife really enjoyed the chicken shawarma, flavorful with just the right balance of spices and garlic sauce.

While all the dishes were delicious, the koobideh stole the show for me, it was simply too good and had me wanting more. Considering its quality and the proximity to our home, Cyrus Persian Restaurant has quickly become a favorite for Persian takeout. If you’re willing to hunt down this little spot, you won’t be disappointed.“