Persian Restaurants in Australia Authentic Iranian cuisine across Australia
Australia is home to over 1,200 Persian restaurants offering authentic Iranian cuisine. From traditional family-run establishments to modern Persian fine dining, discover the best kebabs, rice dishes, and Persian specialties across all major Australian cities.
Our restaurants are located in every major Australian city and many regional areas, offering both halal-certified options and vegetarian dishes with traditional Persian spices and cooking methods.
Restaurants by City
Sydney - 300+ Restaurants
Australia's largest city offers the most diverse Persian dining scene, from traditional restaurants in Parramatta to modern establishments in the CBD.
All Sydney RestaurantsPopular Restaurants in Sydney:
Persepolis Restaurant
George Street, CBD
Kebab Koobideh • Ghormeh Sabzi • Tahdig
Isfahan Palace
Parramatta Road, Auburn
Fesenjan • Zereshk Polo • Traditional Atmosphere
Shiraz Garden
Church Street, Parramatta
Family Dining • Halal Certified • Takeaway
Melbourne - 200+ Restaurants
Known for its food culture, Melbourne's Persian restaurants blend traditional flavours with contemporary Australian dining trends.
All Melbourne RestaurantsPopular Restaurants in Melbourne:
Rostam Grill
Toorak Road, Toorak
Premium Kebabs • Wine Selection
Saba Bistro
Chapel Street, South Yarra
Modern Persian • Cocktail Bar
Darius Kitchen
Bridge Road, Richmond
Traditional Recipes • Family Portions
Perth - 80+ Restaurants
Perth's growing Persian community has created an emerging dining scene with authentic flavours from Iran's diverse regions.
All Perth RestaurantsPopular Restaurants in Perth:
Laleh Restaurant
William Street, Perth CBD
Business Lunch • City Views
Zagros Grill
Alexander Drive, Dianella
Traditional Atmosphere • Family Friendly
Brisbane - 90+ Restaurants
Queensland's capital offers subtropical dining with Persian restaurants adapting to the warm climate and outdoor lifestyle.
All Brisbane RestaurantsAdelaide - 70+ Restaurants
South Australia's wine region provides the perfect setting for Persian restaurants with extensive wine lists and regional produce.
All Adelaide RestaurantsCanberra - 50+ Restaurants
The capital city's multicultural dining scene includes high-quality Persian restaurants serving government workers and diplomats.
All Canberra RestaurantsPersian Cuisine Guide
🍽️ Popular Main Dishes
- Kebab Koobideh - Grilled minced meat with rice
- Ghormeh Sabzi - Herb stew with lamb
- Fesenjan - Chicken in walnut pomegranate sauce
- Zereshk Polo - Barberry rice with chicken
- Khoresht Bademjan - Eggplant stew
- Barg Kebab - Grilled lamb fillet
🥗 Entrees & Sides
- Kashk-e Bademjan - Eggplant with whey
- Mirza Ghasemi - Smoked eggplant with egg
- Borani Esfenaj - Spinach with yoghurt
- Mast-o Khiar - Cucumber yoghurt
- Tahdig - Crispy rice
- Sabzi Khordan - Fresh herbs
🍞 Bread & Pastries
- Barbari - Persian flatbread
- Sangak - Stone-baked bread
- Lavash - Thin flatbread
- Naan - Traditional bread
- Baklava - Sweet pastry layers
🍰 Desserts
- Sholeh Zard - Saffron rice pudding
- Faloodeh - Persian sorbet
- Bastani - Persian ice cream
- Halva - Sesame confection
- Sohan - Persian brittle
☕ Beverages
- Chai - Persian black tea
- Doogh - Yoghurt drink with mint
- Sharbat - Fruit syrups
- Sekanjabin - Vinegar honey drink
- Persian Coffee - Traditional coffee
🥘 Regional Specialities
- Shirazi Salad - From Shiraz
- Ash-e Reshteh - Noodle soup
- Kalam Polo - Cabbage rice
- Loobia Polo - Green bean rice
- Jewelled Rice - Morasa Polo
Persian Restaurants in Australia
🇦🇺 Australian Adaptations
Persian restaurants in Australia often incorporate local Australian ingredients while maintaining authentic Persian flavours and cooking techniques.
- Local Australian lamb and beef
- Fresh Australian seafood in coastal cities
- Australian wine pairings
- Seasonal Australian produce
🕐 Australian Dining Hours
Most Persian restaurants adapt to Australian dining patterns while offering traditional Persian hospitality and service.
- Lunch: 12pm-3pm (Business lunch menus)
- Dinner: 6pm-10pm (Main service)
- Weekend: Extended hours Friday-Sunday
- BYO: Many restaurants offer BYO wine
💳 Payment & Bookings
Australian Persian restaurants offer modern conveniences while maintaining traditional Persian hospitality.
- EFTPOS and contactless payments
- Online bookings and delivery apps
- Group bookings for Persian celebrations
- Loyalty programs and special offers
🌶️ Dietary Options
Australian Persian restaurants cater to diverse dietary requirements while maintaining authentic flavours.
- Halal certification widely available
- Vegetarian and vegan Persian dishes
- Gluten-free options clearly marked
- Allergen information provided