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Roksana is a hallmark of Persian/Iranian food in the Massachusetts. I have friends who drive all the way from Amherst to buy Roksana’s food. My current house is literally next to it but previously I used to change two buses or Uber all the way from Brookline to Watertown since the food is amazing. It is a takeout place and would have been amazing if it could have the option of dine-in. I have also had other foods not in pictures such as kalleh pacheh, siraabi, and beef brain sandwich which are super amazing. Some of the must tries are: zereshk polo ba morgh, Olivier salad, kashk bademjoon, beef kotlet, adas polo ba keshmesh and morgh, and kabab koobideh. They also have very good shallot yogurt and halva. The prices are really reasonable for the portions. Definitely should try if you ever happen to be in Massachusetts. I work fulltime so I don’t get that much time to cook and this is my #1 takeout option. I usually buy for 2-3 days ahead. If I want to cook any of these foods it would end up much more expensive and would rot quickly. They also have very great Taftoon bread as in my review photos. Very delicious combination with kotlet or Olivier Salad. Recently I tried their “zeitoon parvardeh” and liked that too. The owners are very nice and friendly and I have seen many time how patiently they explain about different Persian foods to foreigners. And yes, they have many non-Iranian customers since their food is very high quality.
Mona JalalMona Jalal
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An authentic kebob odyssey in Watertown. I’ve been on a hunt for good kebob recently and stumbled upon this spot. Since Watertown is known to have some of the most authentic kebob experiences in the Greater Boston area, I had high hopes, and Roksana’s lived up to that. When I first tried their signature Koobideh, I was absolutely blown away. These minced beef kebobs were juicy, flavorful, and impeccably cooked. The addition of egg yolk brushed pita bread, coupled with the simple perfection of rice and tomatoes, made the experience even more satisfying. On my subsequent visits, I also had the lamb and beef soltanis. Beef kabob was slightly better, but both were good. In their refrigerated section, they also have some good yogurt spreads. So far, I’ve tried the eggplant and shallot spread, and although a tad more expensive, the eggplant spread definitely stood out more with its subtle smokiness. If you’re planning a visit, just make sure that you place the order via phone in advance as it might take around 20 minutes for the food to get ready. While the journey to get there might be a bit lengthy, the destination will be worth every mile traveled.
Jea KimJea Kim
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Great food and even better service. The food tasted great and was fresh. I would definitely be back. Update, I tried their beef kebob, chicken kebob, and Soltani. The food was phenomenal. Also, they have marinated olives which is my all-time favorite. I also need to point out that on Norouz day I visited them and I got a free Salad as “eidi - Persians gift specifically on the new year day “ , which was such a sweet act, and turned this place into my only-go-to when I crave Persian food. Due to Covid restrictions, they only provide grilled food and cold packaged desserts/ appetizers. Everybody were wearing mask and constantly changing gloves for each order which was impressive. Update, I ordered the king kebab and chicken kebab for a small gathering. The portion size was as much as it covered the gathering solely and no one ate anything else and still some of it remained. Food was as always delicious and my picky guest even gave it a thumbs up!
RoyaRoya
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Coming from Southern California, where I’ve always enjoyed some of the best Persian food- homemade and from restaurants, I never thought that I would find a place that could compare. Until now… the koobideh, khoresh gheymeh, and zereshk polo were fantastic. I also strongly prefer to have my stews with “tahdig” or scorched/crispy rice. They made it for me for an extra cost and I hate/love to say this, but it’s as good as homemade!!! They gave me what I would say 4-5 servings in a sizable tray (see photo). I absolutely will be back (even more frequently if they offer fesenjon) and will be bringing my SoCal visitors here when they visit. Also, only a short drive from Boston!
Timothea PhamTimothea Pham
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Last week, my husband and I tried this restaurant for the first time, and unfortunately, it was not a good experience. Both of us had upset stomachs for several hours afterward. 1. Beef Kebab: It had a lot of fat and lacked any distinctive flavor, which was disappointing for a kebab. 2. Chicken Kebab: It was scorched and tasteless. It's not something I would want to eat again. 3. Torsh Kebab: It was genuinely terrible. The kebab was burnt and mushy with excessive fat, and the only flavor I could taste was burnt pomegranate paste. It was the worst torsh kebab I’ve ever had. Unfortunately, except for one piece I tried, I threw away the rest of the food.
Shima RamezaniShima Ramezani
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I've had Roksana's bookmarked for a while but I kept coming on days when they are closed. I'm glad I finally made it in! I came in a Friday at around 1 and there was no line. The staff was very helpful when I asked for recommendations. I got the Torsh Kebab medium rare and it was a proper medium rare and made fresh. I really liked the seasoning as well as the pickles that it came with. Plus the grilled tomato! Love grilled tomatoes. Also, unusually for a place that only offers takeout, it was actually a very nice storefront for waiting.
Peggy SahPeggy Sah
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Nearby Attractions Of Roksana
Vows Bridal
Watertown Dam
Amee’s Medical Spa
Watertown Square Apartments
Armenian Museum of America
The Texture Temple With Many LLC
Afri-root Collective
Watertown Farmers' Market

Vows Bridal
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Watertown Dam
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Watertown Square Apartments
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133 Mt Auburn St, Watertown, MA 02472
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(617) 393-2229
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roksanas.com
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Take-out eatery offering kebabs & other grilled Persian dishes, as well as catering service.
attractions: Vows Bridal, Watertown Dam, Amee’s Medical Spa, Watertown Square Apartments, Armenian Museum of America, The Texture Temple With Many LLC, Afri-root Collective, Watertown Farmers' Market, restaurants: The Diner At 11 North Beacon, Not Your Average Joe's - Watertown, Jana Grill, Halva Kebab, Super Fusion Cuisine II, Ixtapa Cantina, Belle's Burgers and Ice Cream, New Ginza, Molana Restaurant, Demos Watertown
