Sasha Anahid

Best Persian food in Los Angeles by far. Their kebabs are amazing, specially the Barg is my favorite. Their service is also great considering their high demand. The wait on weekends is around 45 minutes but it’s worth every minute. Thank you for your great food and service. Highly recommended.

Joey C.

Oscar was a fantastic server! We had the Tabbouleh & Ikra as apps and some delicious Ash-e Reshteh soup before Shish Kabob. Everything came out super fast and huge portions. The flavors were perfect. A great place ran by great people.

Blue Sky

This restaurant is always busy, and for good reason—it’s absolutely worth the wait! The food is consistently wonderful. The staff are exceptionally polite and friendly, making you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. The atmosphere is calming and enjoyable, creating the perfect setting for a relaxing meal. A true gem that I’ll definitely keep coming back to!

RivailsLogan

I recently dined at Raffi’s Place in Glendale with a group of about 10 friends, and it was an absolute delight! The restaurant’s Mediterranean courtyard-inspired setting created a warm, inviting atmosphere that perfectly complemented the authentic Persian and Middle Eastern cuisine. From the moment we arrived, the service was outstanding, making our large group feel welcomed and well taken care of. The menu, crafted with fresh ingredients and bold flavors, lived up to its reputation as offering some of the best kabobs in town. Every dish we tried was bursting with authentic taste, showcasing the passion and care that owners Rafik and Gohar put into their food. The location, just a short walk from the Americana at Brand, adds to its charm as a Glendale gem. We left feeling completely satisfied and already planning our next visit. Highly recommend Raffi’s Place for anyone craving a memorable dining experience!

+5

Bakhodir Yuldashev

Exceptional restaurant with a fantastic atmosphere and top-notch service. The dishes are rich and authentic! I highly recommend visiting this Armenian-Persian restaurant specializing in oriental cuisine. As always, it's superb!

Jake Byman

So, so good. Not a single miss here! They don't take reservations, and the waitlist can only be joined by physically going in the line and putting yourself on the list. As a heads up, the estimate they give (and the one Yelp gives) can be quite incorrect; we were told it would be 40 minutes to an hour, and it was 9 minutes. Nice surprise! But plan accordingly. The food was insanely good. The kabob, the fesenjoon, and the tomato appetizer were all fantastic, as was the lavash. Nothing to complain about, we ended up eating way too much! Would for sure come back.

Great food and service.. Atmosphere is elegant and authentic. Be ready to wait cause the word is out about this place. Delicious..

Great food and service.. atmosphere is elegant and authentic. Be ready to wait cause the word is out about this place. Delicious..

Great food and service.. Atmosphere is elegant and authentic. Be ready to wait cause the word is out about this place. Delicious..

Great food and service.. Atmosphere is elegant and authentic. Be ready to wait cause the word is out about this place. Delicious..

Great food and service.. Atmosphere is elegant and authentic. Be ready to wait cause the word is out about this place. Delicious..

Spécial place! Love thé excellent service and wonderful cuisine, always a great experience

Spécial place! Love thé excellent service and wonderful cuisine, always a great experience

My boyfriend and I came here for a late lunch for the first time and had a great experience. When we arrived, we noticed they offer valet parking for $12--just make sure to bring cash, as the valet…

Raiffi's place does not disappoint. Great food quality. This time we went on a Sunday early afternoon. The wait was not bad, only 10 minutes. We ordered Soltani Kabob, chicken bard, koobideh, mas…

Raiffi's place does not disappoint. Great food quality. This time we went on a Sunday early afternoon. The wait was not bad, only 10 minutes. We ordered Soltani Kabob, chicken bard, koobideh, mast …

Raiffi's place does not disappoint. Great food quality. This time we went on a Sunday early afternoon. The wait was not bad, only 10 minutes. We ordered Soltani Kabob, chicken bard, koobideh, mast …

SUCH GOOD FOOD- always pick up for lunch! It's packed inside- so many workers and everyone's so kind. There is valet parking for $12 in cash only in the back or you can go through the back street a…

A whole experience. It's great to go with a big group. Fine Persian and Armenian fare. Very tasty beef and chicken. Very popular so make a reservation in advance. Be prepared to wait. Servers were …

You can't go wrong with Raffi's. The food is delicious and the ambiance seems authentic. The only problem is that dinner time is so crazy. We've always had to wait at least 40 minutes and they don'…

My favourite lamb chops are here! \nThank you so much always for a wonderful service \nAbsolutely Incredible!\nFrom the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt warm and welcoming,\nHighly recommend…

Anytime we are in SoCal, Raffi's Place tops our dining list. Salmon, barg, kabobs, and lamb are phenomenal.

What can I say, it's always our go to place for Persian food, fast and friendly service, quality is always high, easy parking structure near by, what I like is consistency in food quality in a plac…

This place was everything + more. Beware the portions are very large so if you’re into sharing I totally suggest you go that route so you can try a little bit of everything. The quality of the meat …

The food is excellent – among the best Persian restaurants we’ve eaten at – and we’ve eaten at a lot of Persian restaurants. I don’t know if it was just because it was the end of the night, but th…

I dont kknow much about Persian food so relied on suggestions from the very informative and friendly waiter. Just stuck with a selection of appetizers. All fantastic! Especailly the 2 different ste…

I dont kknow much about persian food so relied on suggestions from the very informative and friendly waiter. Just stuck with a selection of appetizers. All fantastic! Especailly the 2 different ste…

This place is always been our family go to restaurant. I consider this place to be the best persian food. I fly from Midwest to here and fly back home, just enjoy to enjoy the meal. Let’s Get into…

The tastiest place in Glendale to visit with friends and with family. staff is great. All dishes we try was delicious. Thank you

We were in the area and arrived so early for supper : 4:20 pm And asked for a table for 5 and we were seated immediately! Big place , big turnover . We started with water / beer , dur ( yogurt dr…

I don't usually leave reviews but this time I had to. Exceptional Persian Cuisine, reasonably prices and a great service too. I've been to lots of Persian Restaurants but this one was one of the be…

Raffi’s Place is one of the well-known and long-standing Persian restaurants in Glendale, and the space itself is impressive, large, lively, and well suited for groups and family gatherings. The service was fast and efficient, and everything was handled smoothly despite how busy the restaurant was. The food was acceptable and authentic in style, though more in line with everyday, casual Persian restaurants rather than something exceptional. It reminded me of typical bazaar-style restaurants in Tehran, familiar and satisfying, but not particularly standout in quality. Overall, it’s still a solid option for classic Persian food, especially for the atmosphere, portion sizes, and efficient service.

Given the service speed, it is advisable to request your check in advance of completing your meal. The food portions were generous, which was satisfactory for my dietary preferences as a vegan. My colleague found the fish to be excessively pungent, necessitating a replacement. This resulted in a somewhat dry beef dish, though it was still acceptable. The venue offers ample space and complimentary 90-minute public parking.

I liked the Barg Kebab; it was juicy and flavorful. I’m still not a big fan of koobideh, but to be fair, I’m generally quite picky about koobideh anywhere outside of Iran. I didn’t enjoy the Ghormeh Sabzi, but the Fesenjoon is something I would come back for.

The Gheymeh Bademjan was delicious and I had more rice than I could possibly eat. The food was good but not what I'm accustomed to for Persian food. The atmosphere felt more like an upscale cafeteria. Service was very attentive and kind.

I really liked the idea of two stew Tadig. It gives a minimalistic nostalgic experience that I really enjoyed. I liked their Kashk Bademjon but the Ash and Kabob was moderate. Saffron rice was also presented in a really high quality. Staff were super professional and the place vibe was good, although a bit noisy. The wait-line and parking was the only bummer which is OK for such a place.

Ani Rafyan

I was honestly surprised by this place. The location is so remote I thought it was going to be some type of drive-through. If you’re born in the Soviet Union, you’ll understand the meaning of the word canteen (советская столовая)—those very Soviet-styled tablecloths, standard Soviet-issued tableware like it’s been washed a million times, and a sad, very sad interior. But the food was so very good! The meat was amazing, tasty, and fresh. Portions were huge, and the waiters are so very welcoming. The menu is close to Iranian cuisine, but I got some Armenian vibes as well. Also, a fun fact: their parking is cash only, which was a little confusing, so we used the other one nearby. If you’re craving hearty, authentic eats in a nostalgic, no-frills spot, this place delivers big time. Worth the drive!

Tareq Barakzoy

Raffi’s is known for its food. This was my second time here and I was not disappointed however, the weight was a little unnerving luckily, we were able to walk around near my miles. They charge $14 for parking that you can easily also park one or two blocks away at public parking lot. The could be there and the chicken thighs were excellent as well as the appetizers and specifically the Tadig the service was relatively fast, and they were communicating that the kebabs will take a little longer due to the backlog of orders.

+4

Vanessa

This place gets packed on a weekend, even after lunch. For 2, we quickly got seated outdoor. We ordered the baba ganoush, lentil soup, and the Soltani kabob with the Persian rice. The baba ganoush was on the sweeter side. Lentil soup was ok. The Soltani took a bit longer to cook. First of all, the plate is massive. I'm glad I shared it. The minced beef kabob was great. It's their signature dish and it's very flavorful. The filet mignon is quite juicy as well. The Persian rice was ok, the fruit one was too sweet. I would just come back for their kabobs. It is expensive at $40 per plate. Overall, very generous portions and good beef.

Chetan Pangam

The best lamb I had ever. It was cooked to perfection. Served with rice. The food was okay but the meat was amazing.

+5

Oli Hoosh

I don't need to tell you that food is great...it is great...and you pay for it great also! The best tahdig in any Persian restaurant I've gone to. People go to a fancy expensive restaurants for two reasons: Great food and Great atmosphere. Raffi covers the food, but not the atmosphere. I am not sure why there are no Persian arts and painting hanging on their walls! (Well, there is one but only one! Haha) 98% of the walls are blank! Why?! To the owner: I am 100% sure you make good money, please spend some of it for some art works and hang them on the walls!

Hossein Karimy

We recently dined at Raffie’s Restaurant, and overall the experience was good, definitely above average. We ordered the Sultani kabab, chicken kabab, and fesenjoon. The portions were generous, and the food looked great. The kebabs were tasty but a bit on the salty side. The fesenjoon, while decent, didn’t quite have the traditional flavor we were expecting. The service was friendly and overall good, but not top-notch. A few simple things were forgotten, which made the experience feel slightly less polished. Overall, it’s a solid place with good food and large portions, but there’s room for improvement in both flavor consistency and service attention.

+2

Azy Shine

I have been a loyal customer of Rafi since 2012. The quality of the food has never changed, it remains excellent. As the restaurant has become more popular and more crowded over the years, I hope Raffi will expand the space or open new branches to accommodate the demand. Don’t miss the kashk-e bademjan as an appetizer, and definitely try the Albaloo polo, a traditional Iranian rice dish. If you enjoy flavors that are both sweet and sour, this dish will give the same taste.

wait was very long. saturday night. friendly staff. soltani was dry. koobideh very oily. nice

Good food and ambiance. Go-to when craving for Armenian food. However it's getting busier and busier so on our 3rd visit which was first week of January, we had to wait 30min to get in, and another…

Good food, super large portions. We enjoyed our meal, but never got our second round of drinks though they were on the bill. Everything got sorted out fine in the end, but that was a bummer. We’d c…

We had an amazing meal at this restaurant. The food was really good with good portions and good service. My companion thought the beer and available beer could have been better and perhaps a bit …

Food here is awsome but wait time for a table is incredibly long. They try their best to accomodate costumers in a timely fashion but expect 40 min wait time for a table every time.

First time trying Armenian food. The location was perfectly situated in the right area. Parking nearby or can do valet. Since they were busy, the wait was about 20-40 minutes. The main dish por…

Chicken was completely underwhelming, no flavor whatsoever. The hummus was good and so was the beef. However that was about it. Again the chicken only looks like it has flavor, no actual flavor, if your looking for good chicken you’re better off going to a fast food kabob spot.

Ala HR

I came here with very high expectations, as this place is quite well known. I would strongly recommend making a reservation in advance, especially on weekends, as the wait time can easily exceed an hour. Unfortunately, the food did not meet my expectations. The kabab barg was not bad, but the taste wasn’t for me, and overall it lacked the wow factor I was hoping for. I was expecting more depth and flavor based on the restaurant’s reputation, but it didn’t quite deliver. That said, the atmosphere really stood out. It genuinely reminded me of Iran, which was nostalgic and enjoyable, and the ambiance was warm and lively. The mast mousir was excellent and easily one of the highlights of the meal. I do think the experience would be much better if the restaurant made its own bread, as the bread served felt lower quality compared to the rest of the offering. Overall, it was a nice experience for the atmosphere, but the food didn’t leave a strong impression, and it’s probably not a place I would revisit while in LA.

I'm writing this review because of the quality of the meat that I had been ordering for the past few decades. Service is great, but the meats that I order each time seem a little on the dry side to…

If you want good Middle Eastern food go to Carousels down the road. The food here is ok, portions are huge.\n\nOrdered the Barg meal, Shish kabob, chicken barg meal, with hummus and a yogurt dip as…

Many wife and kids decided to give this spot a try. It was fine, but not worth the price paid at all. We didn’t get the hype. The kids didn’t really enjoy their food, and we got charged for a round…

Many wife and kids decided to give this spot a try. It was fine, but not worth the price paid at all. We didn’t get the hype. The kids didn’t really enjoy their food, and we got charged for a round…

It was fine. I’m not blown away. I was hoping to be. Oh well. Chicken Koobideh: A (best thing we had on the menu) Chicken Barg: B Tadig: B- (not crispy) Sabzi: B Mast o liar: B- ($11, really?)…

It was fine. I’m not blown away. I was hoping to be. Oh well. chicken Koobideh: A (best thing we had on the menu) chicken Barg: B Tadig: B- (not crispy) Sabzi: B Mast o liar: B- ($11, real…

server ignored my husband's wheat sensitivity and brought him bread. The rest of his meal was good, but it's a problem when something like that is ignored.

Just experienced the worst customer service here upon pickup up my order. I have the habit of checking my order whenever I place a pickup order, the reason being is because I have encountered in othe…

Just experienced the worst customer service here upon pickup up my order. I have the habit of checking my order whenever I place a pickup order, the reason being is because I have encountered in ot…

Today the lamb was horrible and I think quality of the food and service decreased big time. When I told my waiter the lamb was horrible he acted very normal like it's ok we don't give dman since …

This was the worst persian food we have had ever. I swear to good I am not joking. Their beef koobideh and barg kebab were both tasteless. Really wonder why they are mentioned as one of the best in…