Iran Zamin — Restaurant in Dubai

We reserved the buffet for Iftar, drawn in by the extensive Instagram advertising from the owner. Having followed them from New York to Dubai, we were excited to try their food.

Our reservation was at 7:30 PM, but the buffet had been set up since around 6:30 PM. Unfortunately, by the time we started eating, everything—including the kebabs, rice, and other dishes—was cold. Since we had already committed to the buffet, there was no turning back. The food itself was not flavorful, possibly due to it being cold. As an Iranian who has experienced Persian cuisine in Iran, Dubai, and the U.S., I can confidently say that this restaurant’s food did not meet expectations. While their Instagram marketing is excellent, the actual dining experience fell far short.

That said, the manager was fantastic—extremely kind and attentive. He checked in on us, acknowledged the issue, and even offered to bring fresh food from the kitchen. Since we wanted to try all the kebabs, we initially declined, but he insisted and later brought desserts to our table as a gesture of goodwill. Both he and the servers were incredibly polite and professional, and we truly appreciated their hospitality.

Unfortunately, the desserts were disappointing as well. However, the tea was hot, flavorful, and enjoyable, which ended the meal on a slightly better note.

Overall, while the service was excellent, the food quality did not live up to the hype.

P.s. we got disappointed as no THDIG was served but in advertisements we saw the owner eating it in...

I had an amazing experience at Iran Zamin Downtown! The food is absolutely exceptional—each dish was prepared to perfection, bursting with incredible flavors. What really stood out was how they handled my request for a specific pick-up time. The food was ready exactly when promised, and it was clear they take pride in getting everything just right.

The service over the phone was top-notch as well! The person who answered my call was not only friendly but also extremely helpful, making the entire ordering process smooth and easy. It's rare to find such great service both in person and over the phone, but Iran Zamin nailed it. One small suggestion: it would be great if they could offer a WhatsApp (WA) option for easier communication, especially when ordering takeout. Sometimes it’s hard to visualize certain dishes based on pictures alone, and being able to message directly could help clarify any questions in real time.

Overall, I’ll definitely be returning for another amazing meal. Highly recommended!I’ll definitely be returning for another...

I am currently here with family. This place is a scam. All who work here are Asians and have no knowledge of persian food. I am scammed! So far, I'm not sure about the food. I shall update you.. the meat quality is not good. The rice crust is not crusty.. the rice itself is not of high quality. I am a responsible and fair person. But I do get offended by false bad advertising... they say valit parking available, then when leaving, you are charged with 30 dirhms. I am very disappointed 😞 thank you for the prompt response, though, I write with my above name for years, and I am a food critic for a long time as my profile show. Further, offering tea does not relieve you from providing good quality food as you advertise. I have never been a person of racism. I only said waiters of Asian nationality with no knowledge of persian food. But, when you are in your position, it is understandable to see you taking it to a different level. I have no respect for such behaviour for slanting others rather than addressing the...