Top 10 restaurants in Esfahan, Iran

September 4, 2017 Claudia Navarrete

Isfahan (Persian: اصفهان‎, translit. Esfahān [esfæˈhɒːn] ( listen)), historically also rendered in English as Ispahan, Sepahan, Esfahan or Hispahan, is the capital of Isfahan Province in Iran, located about 340 kilometres (211 miles) south of Tehran.
Things to do in Esfahan

1. Restaurant Shahrzad

Abbas Abad Street, Esfahan 8134616811, Iran Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available Middle Eastern, Persian, Vegetarian Friendly, Halal Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +98 31 3220 4490
Excellent
33%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
6%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 833 reviews

Restaurant Shahrzad

Reviewed By Omidrezakazemi

For the second time I experienced Sharzad restaurant.
Shahrzad is an old fashion restaurant with an acceptable service.it was very crowd and we waited for 10 minute in queue; they prepared a cozy table for us. We ordered two seafood with rice; Food quality also was well but not perfect. For dessert, we ordered a cream caramel and traditional ice cream not perfect especially the way they were served. Too many waiters are there but they are not professional. However, service speed is fast and decoration is beautiful with traditional paintings and mirror works. The price is reasonable.

2. Khan Gostar

Hakim Nezami Str., opposite Vank Church | Jolfa Hotel, Esfahan 81464, Iran Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Middle Eastern, Persian, Vegetarian Friendly, Halal Lunch, Dinner
Excellent
31%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
15%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 86 reviews

Khan Gostar

Khan Gostar restaurant occupies the ground floor of Jolfa (Julfa) hotel. The hotel is situated in the Armenian Quarter of Esfahan, (diagonally) opposite to Vank Church, one of the main non-Islamic sights in the city. <br>Despite 3-star hotel accommodation ranking, Jolfa boasts having one of the best restaurants in Esfahan, and this is absolutely true! Although very simple in interior and service, looking more like a canteen than a restaurant, Khan Gostar surely outruns famous posh Abbasi in terms of meal. <br>One the most extensive menus I’ve seen in Iran; traditional Persian food only. Rich and fresh salad and desserts bars, self-catered. They also make best coffee in Iran, which is (so rare!) not an instant Nescafe. <br>My local drivers, when asked about it, whispered in excitement: “very good, but very expensive!” The bill came at USD 20 (indeed, very expensive for Iran), but it was nearly my best dining experience all over the country. <br>Don’t seem to have a web-site. But the place is very-well known locally and is mentioned in the web, in particular here http://www.tripadvisor.com/Travel-g295423-c107265/Esfahan:Iran:Eating.In.Esfahan.html and here http://www.lonelyplanet.com/iran/central-iran/esfahan/restaurants/middle-eastern/khangostar-restaurant and here http://www.trustedopinion.com/restaurant-review/esfahan/nazare-sharqi-entehaye-kucheye-alfred-hotel-jolfa/khan-gostar-1

Reviewed By Akram M - Istanbul

its a typical Iranian restaurant with good quality food. It has a sister restaurant opened in city centre shopping centre and it is the state art restaurant with fine quality decor and furnishing. Staff are very well mannered and welcoming, food is excellent and ample portions. Slightly more expensive than this one but well worth it.

3. Hermes Restaurant & Cafe

Jolfa Alley, Nazar St, Esfahan 81464, Iran Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi Italian, Pizza, European, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night +98 31 3629 3349
Excellent
51%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 220 reviews

Hermes Restaurant & Cafe

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Reviewed By Intrepid T - Walnut Creek, California

Beautiful restaurant with a kind of fusion of modern Persian with its traditional staple and western cuisines specially italian. The decoration at Hermes (the one located in the mall) was really something between trendy, funky and kitsch. Very interesting. I didn't have the opportunity to visit the one at Joffa district (Armenian Quarter).

4. Malek Soltan Jarchi Bashi

Balgh Ghalandarha Alley / Hakim St, Esfahan 81464, Iran Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff Middle Eastern, Persian, Halal Lunch, Dinner, Late Night (98-31)2207422
Excellent
29%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
10%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 167 reviews

Malek Soltan Jarchi Bashi

Reviewed By Theo v - Wageningen, The Netherlands

The restaurant has a nice atmosphere, It was restored in the old style, based on historical photographs. The food was good, traditional menu, good choice.
Nice detail was that all visitors got a flag of their home country on their table. There were however also plenty of Iranian guests.
Nice traditional music was played (live) in the background.
The staff however was not very attentative, or customer focused as some mentioned as well.

5. Azadegan Cafe

Chah Haj Mirza alley, Emam Sq, Esfahan 81464, Iran Seating, Waitstaff Cafe, Persian, Halal
Excellent
59%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 207 reviews

Azadegan Cafe

Reviewed By Steptoiran - Shiraz, Iran

The tea house is out of the square and you should go to one of the alleys in the long side of the square. The square has two main gates and the tea house is near to the gate on the side of sheikh Lotfollah Mosque.
In there you can take beautiful photos, there are a lot of collections and old thing, whatches, radios, coins, notes...
There you can order different kinds of teas or cold drinks. They have also food. But better to have just a drink there.

6. Traditional Banquet Hall

Naghsh-e-jahan Sq, Esfahan 81464, Iran Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Waitstaff Middle Eastern, Persian, Halal Lunch, Dinner +98 31 1221 9068
Excellent
27%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
8%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 134 reviews

Traditional Banquet Hall

Reviewed By very-sunny - Lodz, Poland

This big spot is popular along big iranian families and groups. there is nice outdoor area on the big balcony that has great view to both bazar and mosque.
Service was so so and the prices are a bit highter than anywhere alse.
if you want to feel a local vibe or enjou nicely served tee go for it!
they get closed after lunch hours.

7. Grandma's Table

Hakim St. Front of Hakim Hotel, Esfahan 8147863187, Iran Delivery, Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff Middle Eastern, Persian, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +98 937 299 0108
Excellent
54%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
5%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 60 reviews

Grandma's Table

Reviewed By Stvb11 - Gallarate

Nice food and atmosphere for good value. The owner is extremely friendly. Menu changes everyday and there are selections for vegetarians.

8. Romanos

off Jolfa Sq, Esfahan 81399, Iran Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff Middle Eastern, Persian, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +98 31 3624 0094
Excellent
31%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
9%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 54 reviews

Romanos

Reviewed By wiebri - Zug, Switzerland

The restaurant has several restaurant rooms. We decided to visit the room/hall with the live music. Unfortunately! The design was nice, BUT the music was horrible loud. We went for dinner and for talk and not to a live concert, which prevents conversations at the table. The room temperature was for the winter time too cold. It is not a pleasant situation, to have a dinner with too loud music and too low temperature. Especially when you order lamp meat, the taste is changing when it gets cold. It means, we had to speed up to finish our dish.
The quality of the food was just okay. We had several dished, like lamb shank, kufte (meat balls) and dolme (pepperball and egg plant which was filled with rice, etc). Prices were over average. Not a reason to visit again.

9. Azam Beryani

Kamal Ismail Street | Next To The Gas Station, Esfahan 81464, Iran Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff Persian, Middle Eastern, Halal Lunch +98 31 1212 5730
Excellent
48%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
6%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 91 reviews

Azam Beryani

Reviewed By Snoozecl

We went to Azam #4, south of the Si O Se Pol bridge, and tasted this nice specialty of Ispahan. It is clearly not designed for tourists, so people are very kind and even show you how to eat this "crepe". Very recommended!

10. Toranj Food Complex

Khaghani St, Esfahan 81464, Iran Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Outdoor Seating Persian, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian Friendly, Halal Lunch, Dinner +98 31 3629 3788
Excellent
58%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
8%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 37 reviews

Toranj Food Complex

Reviewed By gaetanlieb - Grenoble, France

We went there to have a tee with some friends on the evening. It is a wonderful place, the patio is amazing and the atmosphere is very delightful. If you got lucky maybe there will be live music to animate your evening and make it nicer !

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