Shatter Abbas Restaurant — Restaurant in Markham

As a devoted food writer, I had the distinct pleasure of hosting a dinner party at "Shater Abbas شاطر عباس" to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday, surrounded by the company of five close friends. It was an evening that left an indelible mark on our palates and hearts.

"Shater Abbas" stands as a true ambassador of authentic Persian cuisine within the Greater Toronto Area. The journey of this culinary haven began in 2011 at 8141 Yonge St., Thornhill, where it established its roots as a family-owned restaurant. Since its inception, "Shater Abbas" has become a beacon for discerning food enthusiasts, enticing them with a delectable array of wholesome Persian dishes.

The undeniable highlight of our dining experience was the renowned Kabab Kobideh "کباب کوبیده." A culinary masterpiece that earned its place as the best in town, the Kabab Kobideh captivated our senses with its tender, expertly grilled meat that was seasoned to perfection. Each succulent bite was a testament to the mastery of flavors that "Shater Abbas" has come to represent.

Beyond the Kabab Kobideh, the extensive menu offered a rich tapestry of Persian delights. From the flavorful Ghormeh Sabzi and Gheimeh stews to the exquisite Fesenjoon, "Shater Abbas" transported us to the heart of Persian gastronomy. The experience was further elevated by the tantalizing offerings of Koobideh, Barg, and Torsh Kebab, each exemplifying the restaurant's dedication to authenticity and quality.

It is evident that "Shater Abbas" is not content with merely offering exceptional cuisine; it aims to share its passion for good food and promote healthy and flavorful meals. This dedication led to the establishment of "Shater Abbas Express" in 2015, located at 804 Shepherd Ave. East, Toronto. The commitment to excellence extends to inviting feedback and suggestions from patrons, a testament to their continuous pursuit of culinary perfection.

With an unwavering dedication to presenting Persian cuisine at its finest, "Shater Abbas" continues to grow and thrive. The opening of new locations and the addition of new items to their menus are a testament to their ongoing success and commitment to culinary innovation.

In conclusion, "Shater Abbas شاطر عباس" is a culinary gem that encapsulates the essence of authentic Persian flavors and traditions. Our dining experience was a symphony of tastes, a celebration of community, and a testament to the love and passion that "Shater Abbas" pours into every dish. To all who appreciate the artistry of Persian cuisine, I wholeheartedly recommend a visit to this culinary haven, and I eagerly anticipate witnessing the continued growth and success of this remarkable...

For the very first time, I'm here to change my rating as well as the review. 2 nights ago, I paid a visit to one of my favorite restaurants in uptown. Shater Abbas!. OMG... What a disappointment... Apparently, they have changed the management/owner! Im not exaggerating if I say I was heartbroken! Staff were kinda nice but not professional AT ALL! Although the place was not full, floor was so dirty, covered with rice! Our table was extremely shaky to the point that we had to hold it for my brother to cut thought his kebobs!!! They bring glasses, but no water!! They brought our large salad, no serving plates!! When you wanna pay, you just get told how much you have to pay! I didn't get to see my list of orders!!! Menu, different than it used to be. Before, you'd be greeted with complementary bread/ herbs n cheese. Now, they literally charge for everything! Parsley? Extra! Onion? Extra! Dressing? Extra!!! I was in love with their garden salad just because of their homemade secret dressing! Now, you get the cheapest thousand islands dressing straight from the bottle! And DO NOT get me started on the food... WORST KEBOB I'VE TRIED IN TORONTO... This place used to compete with the A list Persian restaurants in my opinion. But now, it's the worst... Reminded us of the cheap restaurants next to highways back home!! So disappointed.. I'm so glad I went there the other night. Cause I was planning to take a large crowd there for dinner next week!!! What an embarrassment... DO NOT WAIST YOUR MONEY. You'd get WAYYYY better food at the Persian takeout places!!!! Even those places have better quality food compared to this place nowadays, unfortunately!! P.S. I don't want to delete my previous review. Just to keep it as a reminder..

**Amazing food, BEST management ever, very friendly staff. This place has been our most favourite Iranian restaurant since day one! But the new management (Navid) has taken it to another level!!!! I read the reviews n I see many ppl have complained about the small crowded sitting area!! True!!! It’s a relatively small place n it’s almost always full. But ask yourselves, why is this place never empty????? I highly recommend it to everyone to try this place out. You won’t be...

This place used to my favorite spot for Iranian food. Today however, I was disappointed by the quality of thw food we received. First thing we noticed was the bread, they used to bake their own bread and you would get one complete loaf of freshly baked bread cooked right there but what we got this time was 3 small peices of.low quality convenience store type bread that was microwaved and when we asked the waiter about it, he said the baker would make them in the morning and they warm it up (which was a lie as the peices were too clean cut for that type of bread and the taste was absolutely different. I left the pictures in photo section). The chikech kabob was still good and kept the quality but the koobideh had nothing to do with the old Shater Abbas koobideh. The only nice addition to the dish was a small peices of Tahchin rice (it was not tahdige just the rice). The staff were very polite although wish they wouldn't have lied to me about the bread. Looks like now that the actual owner is not in the store managing the staff, the quality has been declining drastically. In general, it was very sad to see such high quality restaurant loosing the quality and getting negative reviews these days... یکی از رستوران‌های مورد علاقه من که متاسفانه افت کیفیت شدیدی داشته. نان تازه و تنوری رستوران به نان ماشینی تغییر پیدا کرده و به جای آن به شما سه تکه نان ماشینی که ماکرویو شده داده میشود. وقتی در این مورد ازشون پرسیدیم به ما گفتند که نان صبح درست میشود و شب‌گرمش میکنیم که متاسفانه دروغ بود (فرق نان تنوری و نان ماشینی با توجه به برش و جنس و طعم‌نان کاملا قابل تشخیص هست و دروغ به مشتری خنده دار ه!) کیفیت جوجه کباب ران هنوز خوب بود ولی کوبیده به شدت با کوبیده شاطر عباس قدیم‌فرق‌میگرد و‌بسیار خشک و‌بیمزه بود. تنها نکته اضافه شده تکه کوچکی پلوی تهچین بدون ته دیگ در کنار برنج بود. به نظر میرسه از زمانی که صاحب رستوران که خودشون از ، قدیمی‌های رستوران داری در ایران بودند مدیریت مستقیم ندارند ، این افت کیفیت اتفاق افتاده. امیدوارم این نظر کمک کنه که دوباره کیفیت به این...