Kasra Persian Grill — Restaurant in Houston

As a native Houstonian and someone that ate Persian food as a staple in her diet in the early 90s, I've had my fair share of Persian dishes, and Persian food has a special place in my heart and stomach (like thousands of other Houstonians). In the last five years, I've visited Kasra on business lunch(s) and for individual meal(s). I can say Kasra's food and service (to date) has made feel some type of way and is very nostalgic. Kasra is truly unique and special in the Houston food circuit. Additionally, and after testing the Houston waters, I can say the food and service (to date) has been the best in Kasra's respective category. Team Kasra, don't stop what you are doing as you get bigger and better. 1. The food is amazing (kubideh kabobs, hummus [yes, bar none, best in Houston], taftoon bread). 2. the menu is generously priced and thoughtful, especially when you consider the herbs, cheese, and bread that is shared with each table before a meal is even ordered. For individuals that do not want to overeat and want to try different entrees, you can also get a la cart options (i.e. one kubideh kabob, a side portion of stew, half portion of hummus [ trust me-you'll want the full order if you are a humus fan] etc). For individuals that do not eat meat/a lot of meat you can get the stews without meat and there is always the impossible kabob. I've had the impossible kabob in the past and it's good. 3. The team is thoughtful and treats everyone (a party of one and a party of over four) with the same respect. Additionally, the team works as one team, helping each other with each other's tables. Thanks, Junior for listening to and understanding the dietary interest of the customer, and helping me pick items that I would enjoy and find value in. Thanks, Gabriella for reading how much I loved the bread (taftoon) and packing some with the to go boxes for the leftovers. Again-thoughtful and human centric. Also, when we noticed that a family was trying to take a picture in selfie style, Gabriella stepped in to help take the picture for them. I feel the aforementioned speaks to the culture of Kasra and the quality of human being that work and lead the daily operations of Kasra (to date). From the most recent experience, the primary feedback I would share is cutting down the base of the eggplant more, so that the hard (almost bone like) stalking part does not make its way into the soft stew texture of the various stews. It can be scary to catch one of those piece while eating stew. In crowded tables with lots of food, making sure the glass doesn't get buried for water refills. As an idea, there's a very unique persian cake that Super Sahel (back in the days-before it shut down on Hillcroft) used to sell. It's a white looking cake with a moist sweet quality about it and has pistachio shavings on top of the white icing. Overall, the cake was light. The dessert list is short and sweets (ice cream and baklava); I wonder if a cake like that would be bad idea and if you've ever tried something like that. I know the menu is streamlined to maintained quality. Would a cake...

My dear companion and I had to go to Houston to take care of some business, and MDC's momma recommended we eat at Kasra. Boy, did Mamá do right by us! Our Kasra dining experience was super satisfactory—the highlight of our trip. The decor/aesthetic of the place is fabulous, featuring Persian artwork and design everywhere you look. Our gentleman server brought us some simple Arab-style appetizers on the house—leaves (lettuce, onion, mint) and Sangak (flat bread)—which I found went extremely well with a delectable Doogh yogurt drink. It took us some time to choose our entrees from the big menu—it's chock full of “oh, what's that?” for the newcomer to Persian cuisine—but in the end we chose wisely. We ordered one Lamb Shank with a side of Dill Rice (basmati with dill and fava beans) and the Shishleek Combo (beef Chenjeh, chicken Barg, and grilled veggies) with regular white basmati. Every little piece of everything was absolutely exquisite. The rices were perfectly cooked and incredibly aromatic and flavorful, the roasted veggies were just right, and the meats were so very tender and juicy and tasty. We ate every little morsel (even the marrow) and just gushed with gratification and adulation. I desperately desired a hot Persian tea to conclude this meal, but it was getting nigh high rush hour, and we had to get the hell out of Houston, post haste. My dear companion absolutely abhors the H-town, as she was wont to remind me every other minute of our trip, but this was my first time visiting, and, I have to say, I left with an excellent taste in my mouth! Kasra has a very clean, high class feel to it—you see it on the walls, hear it in your waiter, and taste it in your food—and yet this wonderful restaurant is incredibly affordable. If, God forbid, we ever find ourselves in Houston again, we now know we can make the trip worthwhile with a little...

I was traveling through town on business on a Tuesday evening and noticed this Persian restaurant on Yelp. What a lucky lady am I. Let’s get into it.

I was promptly greeted and seated. The restaurant has many Persian accents that are nicely displayed. I would say the vibe is more elevated laid back.

My server greeted me very soon after sitting down. She was efficient, attentive, and very sweet. To drink, I ordered water and Hot Tea which comes out with sugar cubes to pop in your mouth while you enjoy the tea.

A perfectly made Taftoon bread came out as well as a plate of herbs, radish and feta. The scrumptious bread came out aromatic and warm from a clay oven (I think).

I ordered Mast Museer (Yogurt and shallots) as an accompaniment with dinner. Sooo goood.

For the main show I feel madly in love.

Chenjeh Sultani and a half order of Chicken Barg. Let me introduce you to my new soul mate. Let’s start with the Chenjeh Sultani. You have a foundation of expertly prepared rice. Long grain and slightly nutty. Two delicious grilled tomatoes were also included. There was one skewer of Kubideh which in this case was flawlessly seasoned and melt in your mouth moist. The second skewer is sealed the feelings of pure love in every tasty bite… Chenjeh which is marinated chunks of the most epically delicious, tender beef fillet. Oh my God it was purrrrfection. Lastly I also ordered the Chicken Barg which was juicy and had sophistication in every bite.

You MUST try this place if you are anywhere near Houston. You won’t regret it. I got there around 6:00 and the restaurant was about 30 percent full. By 7:00, when I left, it was full. When you...