Shiraz brings a touch of Persian sophistication to Sherman Oaks, where the scent of saffron, grilled meats, and warm bread welcomes you the moment you step in. The dining room strikes that balance between cozy and elegant, soft lighting, patterned tiles, and families gathered around colorful platters of rice and kebabs. The menu celebrates authentic Persian cuisine with generous portions and perfectly executed classics like beef koobideh, chicken soltani, and jeweled rice that gleams with barberries and pistachios. There’s a warmth to the service that mirrors the food, attentive, never rushed, always inviting.

What sets Shiraz apart is its commitment to freshness and flavor layering. The grilled meats are perfectly seasoned, tender, and charred just enough, while the stews, particularly the ghormeh sabzi, are deeply aromatic and comforting. Even simple dishes like mast-o-khiar (yogurt with cucumber and mint) taste thoughtfully crafted.

Whether you’re a regular craving home-style Persian comfort or a newcomer exploring these flavors for the first time, Shiraz delivers an experience that’s both cultural and culinary. It’s ideal for sharing, conversation, and savoring food that feels deeply personal yet universally satisfying, the kind of place that turns dinner into an occasion.