
The Persian
Quick info
About The Persian
On Princes Ave in Hull, The Persian serves Persian stews and kebabs in the evenings, Tuesday to Sunday, closed Mondays. Recurring orders include Koobideh, Soltani, and Barg kabab, alongside joojeh, and mirza ghasemi comes recommended by the staff, who offer guidance on menu choices. Meals can close with baklava, Persian tea, Persian ice cream, or faloodeh. Platters are available for sharing among multiple people, and the restaurant allows guests to bring their own alcohol. Reservations are recommended, and takeaway ordering is also offered for those eating off site. The entrance is step-free and wheelchair-accessible, suiting visitors with mobility needs.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Family friendly
- DietaryVegetarian options
Menu & Prices
37 dishes · mains £4–40- Amoranza Verdejo£4.30
- Silver Wings Sauvignon Blanc£4.50
- Beyond The River Chardonnay£30.00
- Desvario Alvarinho Doc Verde£40.00
- Amoranza Garnacha Rosado£4.30
- Hilmar Springs Zinfandel Blush£25.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention koobideh kebab, persian ice cream, baklava and persian tea and mirza ghasemi.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention koobideh kebab, persian ice cream, baklava and persian tea and mirza ghasemi.
Customer Review Summary
The Koobideh kebab draws the most consistent praise, described repeatedly as perfectly cooked, moist and juicy, with fluffy rice on the side. Close behind, diners point to the Soltani, the Barg kabab, and starters like the mirza ghasemi and the warm aubergine and tomato dip, with several finishing on baklava, Persian tea, or the ice cream and faloodeh. Portions are called generous and the platters shared among groups are noted as well priced. Staff are frequently described as warm, welcoming, and helpful with menu choices, and one diner recommended the "luxury selection" for two. Service isn't uniformly smooth, though: one reviewer waited an hour for food with drinks never offered and only received a complimentary drink after complaining, and another had chips missing from a takeaway order. One reviewer who returned multiple times noted the taste varied between visits, better on one occasion and less good on another. Most reviewers, including several solo diners, say they plan to return.
Customer Review Summary
The Koobideh kebab draws the most consistent praise, described repeatedly as perfectly cooked, moist and juicy, with fluffy rice on the side. Close behind, diners point to the Soltani, the Barg kabab, and starters like the mirza ghasemi and the warm aubergine and tomato dip, with several finishing on baklava, Persian tea, or the ice cream and faloodeh. Portions are called generous and the platters shared among groups are noted as well priced. Staff are frequently described as warm, welcoming, and helpful with menu choices, and one diner recommended the "luxury selection" for two. Service isn't uniformly smooth, though: one reviewer waited an hour for food with drinks never offered and only received a complimentary drink after complaining, and another had chips missing from a takeaway order. One reviewer who returned multiple times noted the taste varied between visits, better on one occasion and less good on another. Most reviewers, including several solo diners, say they plan to return.
Featured reviews
- Alison Brewis
“This place was recommended to us by Iranian friends, and we really enjoyed it. The food was amazing. There's a good choice of kebabs, stews, and other specials. The staff are really friendly and helpful if you want advice on menu choices. We finished with baklava and Persian tea, which was a perfect end! Highly recommended.”
- Navid
“Table for four. Ordered 3 Koobideh kabab and Barg kabab. The koobideh was perfectly cooked and delicious, moist and juicy, the rice was fluffy and properly cooked. The customer service was on point. And the wait time for food was less than twenty minutes. Very satisfied overall and will definitely be coming again when I come to Hull.”
- Hannah M
“Amazing fresh food, quick service, bring your own alcohol option available. We shared a platter for 3 which was very well priced. I will definitely be returning!”
- Maria Thijssen
“Had the most delicious solo meal here and enjoyed every second! The warm aubergine and tomatoe dip with a rich traditional lamb stew were just what I was looking for on a cold March night. Will definitely be back again. The service made you feel welcome and at home! I couldn't resist trying the Persian ice cream even though it was a week night! Thank you for a lovely meal and experince, see you soon! I need to try everything on the menue! Thank you 😋”
- Mohammed Taher
“Really enjoyed it. The food was delicious, and full of flavour. The waitress was very welcoming, which made the experience even better. Although part if my takeaway order was missed (chips) i would definitely come back”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Healthy options
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Family friendly
- Vegetarian options
- Alcohol
- Casual
- Kerbside pickup
- Beer
- Offerings· 5
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Wine
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Dining options· 5
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Facilities· 1
- Toilet
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Highlights· 2
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Crowd· 3
- Groups
- Tourists
- University students
- Parking· 2
- Free parking lot
- Parking
- Family-friendly· 1
- Good for kids
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The PersianVegetarian options · Good for kids · Reservations | 4.6345 | — | koobideh kebab, persian ice cream, baklava and persian tea |
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