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Based on 390 opinions finded in 2 websites

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Nº 1 in 274 in Hertsmere

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So, after reading a post about Persian Taste that was negative, I was a bit apprehensive to try. Well! It was perfect! I even liked an aubergine dish - and I can't stand aubergine usually! Everyone really enjoyed their meals, very well priced and very tasty food. Will we go again? Absolutely! The people are really nice and full of good recommendations, the place is clean and smart and it is just the right size restaurant for me. I can hear all of our party talking. Yum! (The Persian Soup was amazing!)

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Claire Armstrong-Brealey . 2024-08-20

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I recently had the pleasure of dining at Persian Test and it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted and made to feel like honored guests. The hospitality was nothing short of exceptional, with the staff going above and beyond to ensure our meal was perfect. The food was simply outstanding. Each dish was a masterful blend of flavors, showcasing the richness and depth of Persian cuisine. All the food was a particular highlight, bursting with authentic taste and beautifully presented. Every bite was a delight, and it’s clear that the chefs here take immense pride in their craft. Beyond the food, the ambiance of the restaurant was inviting and cozy, making it the perfect setting for a relaxed and enjoyable meal. The attention to detail in both service and cuisine truly sets Persian Test apart. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. Whether you’re a fan of Persian cuisine or new to it, Persian Test is sure to impress. We will definitely be returning soon!

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Matthew Farnood . 2024-08-18

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Excellent food and service with outdoor seating, perfect for the summer! Ordered the Lamb Koobideh Wrap and it was delicious. Highly recommend if visiting this area!

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Ayaan Rahman . 2024-08-17

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Amazinng service and food. Best Persian food in north London

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Ritvik Kapur . 2024-08-17

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We had a great meal. Food was very well presented and tasted great. Would definitely recommend. Staff were very courteous and attentive. Thanks for the great meal last night John

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John Ryan . 2024-08-11

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The most wonderful delicious food. Incredible service by a true gentleman and owner Hadi , our new favorite hot spot !

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storiesby sou . 2024-08-11

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I was with my family in the restaurant today.Great atmosphere, great music and wonderful staff. I would recommend this restaurant with its delicious food . Thank you

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Tania Dimitrova . 2024-08-10

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The food was amazing and customer service was great. Will return. The restaurant was really clean, which I really like.

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KK D . 2024-08-10

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Visited Persian taste with my family and it was one of the best Iranian restaurants we’ve been too. We normally have to travel into London but it’s great fo know that we now have this on our doorstep The service was quick and all the staff were attentive of our needs , a big thank you to Hadi for making us feel so welcome The food was 10/10 , the starter selection of dips and bread were so fresh and the mains were seasoned well and you could tell made with quality ingredients. We will definitely be visiting again !

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Marianne May . 2024-08-10

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The food was delicious,stuff is so friendly the restaurant is clean and hygienic. Thank you!

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Muharem Muharem . 2024-08-10

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Visited on Wednesday- Amazing Persian food, the meat was super tender and flavourful! Very clean and friendly staff, generous portions, will be a regular customer!!

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Rebecca Rebecca . 2024-08-09

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One off the best Persian food l had in London so far amazing stuff as well🤗

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Ibrahim Halil Olcay . 2024-08-09

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Absolutely amazing food. Just had delivery for the first time and it was by far the best Persian kabab we have had in London in years. Excellent food. Will certainly be ordering again and will definitely be visiting them in person soon.

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Hamid Mesgarzadeh . 2024-08-08

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Great food, quick service, nice music couldn't have done better. 👍

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Robert Swain . 2024-08-07

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Lovely staff, great food, great service

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Monkey Bone . 2024-08-07

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Excellent service. Clean. I had “Ash Reshteh” which I highly recommend. Delicious. Also, my wife and I had the mix grill for two. Very delicious. Yogurt drink was thick and a bit tangy, just the way I like it. Free salad shirazi and tea as well. One suggestion I would make to them is to make the koobideh longer. I would definitely go back again.

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Farshid . 2024-08-06

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Absolutely love to have to eat here at Persian Taste, such lovely staff there, always welcoming and food is always amazing. Tastes so authentic and I have enjoyed every dish I have tried so far. Definitely becoming a regular !!

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Carla Towndrow . 2024-08-04

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Wow! We popped in for a take away but ended up eating in, a great decision! We were warmly greeted and lucky to get a table as it was a Saturday evening and very busy. We shared the Kaskhe Bademjan with flatbread to start then ordered Baghali Poo Ba Machiche (lamb shank) with steamed rice and the Loobia Poo (steamed rice with spiced minced beef)with a Shirazi salad. All the dishes were superb. The soft jazz music paying in the backround was a classy touch which matched the elegant decor and service in this restaurant. We squeezed in dessert and even the Vanilla ice cream was amazing. We heard people on the table near us say how impressed they were with the food and like us it was their first visit and they too would be back! If you appreciate good food, great friendly service in a nice environment then Persian Taste is a must. Tip: book to avoid being disappointed.

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Onita Benjamin . 2024-08-04

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Great taste, loved the Ghorme Sabzi, will definitely come again! Fantastic atmosphere!

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Daniel Taghizadeh . 2024-08-04

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The service, the food, the serving time and the atmosphere was excellent! Tried it for the first time and would definitely come again!

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Amir Golbakhsh . 2024-08-04

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Just ordered via UberEats and food was fantastic, warm and very tasty. Excellent lovely food.. will order again for sure!

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Simon . 2024-08-03

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Outstanding food. One of the if not the best Persian restaurant in London and surrounding areas. It’s a pleasure to have these folks serve this wonderful cuisine. The food is fresh and always so tasty, the service is immaculate, they are honestly so accommodating with whatever you may need. The delivery service is nothing short of excellent too. I could not recommend this place more. Go and try it, you will not be disappointed.

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Navid Tabrizi . 2024-08-03

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Very delicious food and very pleasant treatment. Very clean too. We have ordered falafel, kebab and halumi. All very good. Coffee too.

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Sonia Cardó . 2024-08-03

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Great place with lovely food and nice people

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Theo Irving . 2024-08-01

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One of the best Persian food in London. Authentic food, and excellent customer service, very clean. Ordered kashk e bademanjan and it was finger licking good. The maine were mixed grill, jojeh kebab, koobideh and Ghormeh sabzi everything was topnotch. My picky eater kid loved chicken wings and chips.Traditional Persian Ice cream and faloodeh was amazing for dessert. The tea and baklava was on the house and it was such a great gesture from the staff. It was so worth the one hour drive. Definitely recommend this place.

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Faryal Umer . 2024-07-31

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The food was delicious and the staff were very nice.

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Maryam Amiri . 2024-07-30

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Nice food with a good quality of service!

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Erfan Abedi . 2024-07-29

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We ordered Koobideh and chenjeh was great, service was great and we liked the atmosphere. We will defi come back with friends

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Ellie Naderi . 2024-07-28

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I ordered Koobideh and it was amazing, the portion was generous and Baklava was fresh and delicious.

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marzi javadi . 2024-07-28

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Cosy restaurant, nice staff with a real taste of Persian cuisine!

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A Yousefi . 2024-07-26

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Cosy, and most importantly amazing food. It deserves all the five stars.

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Yama Straka . 2024-07-21

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wanted to thank you for the wonderful food. It was one of the best restaurants I have ever experienced. The taste and design of the food surprised me. Everything is very clean. Excellent service.

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Sahar Hallaji . 2024-07-20

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Second visit here. Just as good as the first time. Very tasty food, great wine and very reasonable prices. Very friendly service too

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jasonruben . 2024-07-17

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Best Persian restaurant in London. The service was great. The taste of food was perfect. Very good customer service. Highly recommend.

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Sanam Hassankhani . 2024-07-14

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Came across this lovely place by chance and so pleased we did! Really delicious Persian food, beautifully presented. The host was charming and atmosphere very relaxing. Highly recommended!

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Virtual Twiglet . 2024-07-14

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For someone who never tried Persian/Iranian food before this is all I can say: Fantastic new flavours, hearty dishes, in a beautiful chill enviroment. The service was also quick with great advices on what dishes to try. Highly recommended!

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Paris Georgiadis . 2024-07-13

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Best restaurant ever!!!!!! That lamb is so yummy

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Enis Kara . 2024-07-12

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amazing service, celebrated our final exams of the year and we were generously offered a free starter, free drinks and free desserts. Not to mention the food is amazing. One of the best restaurants I have been to.

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Robin . 2024-07-12

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The food was amazing and of good quality. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. They even offered a few complimentary meals.

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Fara rezaee . 2024-07-11

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Excellent ambience and hospitality! Food was fresh and great quality, definitely recommend ☺️

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Kalpana Surendranath . 2024-07-10

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Last week, we went there for the first time. The environment was very warm, the hospitality was excellent, and the taste of the food was amazing. This week, I went with my daughter, and she was also very satisfied. The best Iranian restaurant and also the closest one to where I live. Also is dog friendly too .🌸🌸 Highly recommended 🙏

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Nooshin Kv . 2024-07-10

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Fantastic service this is our favourite restaurant. We went for my husbands 40th and it was amazing! The service is 10 out of 10 and food is incredible I can’t wait to revisit. Everything about this place is perfect! Thank you for making my husbands birthday so special!

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Elise Mehmet . 2024-07-07

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Good food. Great calm atmosphere with a nice Iranian music at low volume in the back ground. Very good Martini Cocktail. Food was good. Facilities were clean. Will go again.

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kourosh aria . 2024-07-07

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Excellent service from one gentleman named Harry. The food tasted very good and arrived quickly it was also good value for money. Would definitely recommend however booking is a good idea on busy nights as it is not the biggest space. Overall great atmosphere.

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Bailey Irving . 2024-07-06

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Some of the best Persian food I have had, in the past couple of years. I prefer Persian stews to kebab, and I loved their Ash and Fesenjoon, but I did try some of the kebab and I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked it. Also if you love traditional Persian ice cream they have all the flavours.

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Parmida Shoaei . 2024-07-05

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I went to this beautiful restaurant today. The interior of the restaurant was very beautiful and clean. The behavior of the staff was very polite.I ordered the lamb kobideh kebab (large). The quality of the food was excellent and delicious.I will definitely recommend this restaurant to my friends

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amir bakhshizadeh . 2024-07-04

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We visited this Persian restaurant in Potters Bar this Sunday for a late lunch. Having ordered takeaway from them in the past, we were excited to try dining in after their recent renovation. We ordered two kebabs: Koobideh and boneless chicken. Both were delicious and nicely cooked. While the portions weren’t huge, they were just right for the two of us. The atmosphere was cosy and warm, and the owner was very welcoming. His excellent service made our visit even more enjoyable. We were greeted with a welcome salad, which had a unique and tasty sauce, and the Baklava and tea at the end were fantastic. A highlight of our visit was that we brought along our golden retriever, Lara. Not only were we allowed to bring her in, but the staff also warmly welcomed her and even petted her. Although dogs aren’t allowed on the sofas, which is understandable, the way they treated us made it clear that we will be returning often with Lara. Overall, a wonderful experience with great food and outstanding service. Highly recommended!

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Hossein Taheri . 2024-07-02

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Very delicious and tasty food specially its chenje was so so nice. Highly recommended

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Majid Rostamy . 2024-06-30

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I ate chenge and safaran rice today. It was great. But koobideh kabab wasn’t good. The atmosphere was very friendly and relaxed. Its tea and sweetness were excellent.

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Mehrsa HabibiDehkordi . 2024-06-30

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Amazing food friendly stuff , very well coming. 10/10

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Mahdi Yadegari . 2024-06-29

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It was perfect. We enjoyed the food. Food was fresh and warm .

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20 Mahdis . 2024-06-29

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An outstanding Persian dining experience with delicious, authentic dishes and exceptional service. The warm ambiance and beautifully presented meals make it a must-visit for Persian cuisine lovers. Highly recommended!

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Antea Nogalo . 2024-06-28

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We had a meal in the restaurant on Wednesday night. Our first experience at Persian Taste. We went by the owner’s recommendations and our dinner was great. We finished our dinner off with a lovely saffron and pistachio ice cream. Very tasty indeed. We highly recommend a visit to Persian Taste.

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Alexis Michael . 2024-06-22

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The best Persian food I've ever eaten in my life. The softest meat you'll ever eat that you don't even need a knife. Cannot fault this place. Highly recommended 10/10

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C J . 2024-06-22

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Our first visit was good but after that it was downhill all the way. We couldn't believe that we has such a poor meal on our return visit. There are plenty of better restaurants than this in Potters Bar.

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725JEF . 2024-06-20

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So delicious everything Thanks for friendly service 🙏🙏

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Hassan Bolkhari . 2024-06-19

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Fantastic service , lovely customer service, friendly Highly recommended.

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mohamad nadimi . 2024-06-19

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Best persian food, and the guy that was looking after us, I forgot his name he was brilliant - nothing too much trouble and took time to assist my mum’s dietary requirements.

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Hind Benchy . 2024-06-18

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The Food was absolutely terrible, I got food poisoning from the seasoning and the oils in the foods. I have been vomiting since 4 AM. Do not go here.

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radvin fereidouni . 2024-06-17

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I would highly recommend a meal out here! The food was delicious and the staff were very welcoming and friendly with a great atmosphere👌🏼🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

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Nazanin gh . 2024-06-15

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I went in with my family yesterday for my birthday meal and I would just like to say we had a lovely time, the service was amazing everything was fresh, delicious and food came very quickly, the environment is also very nice, clean and welcoming and a special thank you to one of the staff Hadi, who was friendly, welcoming and who made our experience memorable and enjoyable will definitely visit again.

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Imaan Haider . 2024-06-09

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Really lovely food, enjoyed the mixed platter especially. Excellent ice creams and Persian tea. The service was just right with accurate descriptions and quick attention to details. A happy family event. Thank you very much.

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jdx2016 . 2024-06-09

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We were a family of 10 celebrating a birthday. The food was delicious - it was great to try dishes that we’d never had before. The atmosphere and service were perfect - relaxed and very welcoming. We’ll definitely be back.

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ronnodoggo . 2024-06-09

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Amazing food, fantastic customer service! Highly recommended 😍

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Mehrafarin Kazemi Nezhad . 2024-06-09

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Lovely place to eat in potters bar, highly recommend, lovely owners and stuff 10 out 10 🔥🔥🔥

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mehdi naderzadeh . 2024-06-09

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I have tried most of the Persian restaurants in London and it one of the best ones by far, I had Kaleh Pacheh, tastes like Iran exactly!!! Very good service and very clean staff and kitchen. Thank you guys for good service

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Mohammadamin Gholami . 2024-06-09

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One of THE BEST restaurants serving gourmet authentic Persian cuisine

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Arman Safikhani . 2024-06-09

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One of the best Persian restaurants in north London. ⭐️

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Pouya Jabbarisani . 2024-06-09

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Fantastic! Great food and great service. Thoroughly enjoyed!

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Darien Foster . 2024-06-09

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The flavour was a wonderful blend of aromatic spices, and each dish presented attractively. The owner was friendly and courteous. Atmosphere is relaxed--sit-down definitely recommended.

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Mitzi . 2024-06-08

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The completely calm environment with the real taste of Iranian food, I strongly recommend you to try it.Thank you Persian Taste 👍

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YAY CLINIC . 2024-06-06

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One of the best restaurant on London, highly recommended.

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Salar Henareh . 2024-06-06

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I always write reviews and this was absolutely Mama Mia! ….You want to try Persian Food, try this!! Absolutely delicious!

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aryan t . 2024-06-06

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It was our first time at this place.The food had a fantastic taste and it was enough. The staff is very friendly.Excelent service.See you soon :)

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Ani Miridzhanyan . 2024-06-04

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Very nice food amazing service 🤌👌💯

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pb tyres . 2024-06-04

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We had a flying visit last weekend or so, staying nearby over the weekend, very glad we found this place! Very warm welcome, great atmosphere and of course tasty food! I went for the mixed grill and loved every bit of it. The hosts were very friendly and had plenty of stories, would definitely recommend - Thank you!

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Daniel Edgar . 2024-06-04

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Second time having lunch here, the food is fresh and tasty. They are dog friendly too.

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Mohammad Hajipour . 2024-06-03

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Amazing food reasonable price !!!

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TN-S Electrical . 2024-06-03

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delicious food with good quality reasonable price, friendly atmosphere, nice interior design Highly recommended. Will be back soon,

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Mariam . 2024-06-02

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Amazing food and a friendly service. Best persian food we've ever had in UK.

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Armin Omidvar . 2024-06-02

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Excellent food in a cozy and hospitalised environment. I will surely visit them again along with my friends.

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Saeed Dehnadi Moghadam . 2024-06-01

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Excellent Iranian food. I live in Kensington, West London where we have many Iranian restaurants, but this one - Persian Taste, was better than all those in West London that I have visited over the years. The lamb was beautifully seasoned and tender, the rice, both saffron and the dil one was perfectly cooked, the yoghurts and dips lovely, the chicken succulent and moist. I could go on as we had other dishes, all excellent and the service attentive and mature. Persian taste is highly recommended, and a rarity nowadays as so much else out there is poor, well done to the owners and a real bonus to have in Potters Bar.

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Mike Strutter . 2024-05-31

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We were invited by friends who live locally to this absolutely fabulous restaurant. First time but it won’t be our last we loved it. The food the service and value for money, outstanding. It’s a must visit restaurant. See you soon and thanks for a wonderful evening of good food in a relaxed, comfortable tastefully presented Persian restaurants. East meets potters bar.

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Ibrahim Hassan . 2024-05-31

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First time ever in uk had such tasty food.strongly recommend to everyone. Thanks to everyone in persian test

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H H . 2024-05-29

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I wanted to recommend a Persian restaurant that I recently visited and really enjoyed. If you want to taste some authentic Persian food, I suggest trying this place. It was definitely worth the drive from Reading and I found it to be different from other Persian restaurants I have tried.

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Ayhan Henareh . 2024-05-29

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Great little place. Great staff and food is unreal.

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Hassan Khashjori . 2024-05-28

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I was there recently, the food was tasty with cosy atmosphere. Hopefully they serve the food inside the restaurant. Moreover, the staffs were super friendly. *Do not forget to book before you want to go there because that should you get the table outside *

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Mo Nahvi . 2024-05-26

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Special thanks to Mr Hadi, really welcoming and their complementary starter for the first time customers was a nice gesture. Will definitely come back.

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N Az . 2024-05-26

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Nice dishes, lovely staff. Everyone should give it a try.

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Amir Shaghaghi . 2024-05-26

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Very friendly staff. I have ordered baghalapolo ba mahiche and it was delicious

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بم شب . 2024-05-25

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I recently dined at A Taste of Persia and it was fantastic. The welcoming atmosphere and soft Persian music created a perfect setting. The menu is diverse and full of delicious options. We started with a trio of appetizers: creamy Hummus, the refreshing Salad Shirazi with cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions in a light lemon dressing, and Mast o Mosir, none Sanghak. Each dish was fresh and flavorful, setting the stage for a great meal. For the main course, we tried several types of kababs. The Koobideh Kabab, made from seasoned ground beef, was incredibly flavorful and juicy. The Joojeh Kabab, featuring tender pieces of marinated chicken, was perfectly grilled and bursting with flavor. My favorite was the Barg Kabab, with its tender, marinated slices of beef, cooked to perfection. Each kabab was served with fragrant saffron rice and grilled tomatoes, enhancing the overall taste. The service was excellent. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and passionate about the food. The restaurant's decor is elegant and cozy, making it a perfect place for any occasion. Highly recommended

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Bahador Zanganeh . 2024-05-25

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We came as a couple for our anniversary and it didn't disappoint. There was excellent food and plenty of it. We shared the mixed platter for two which was delicious and flavourful (we had to take some of it home).The owner was lovely and polite always checking in. Enjoyed the ambient piano music when eating. The service was quick and accommodating. I would definitely recommend to others and we will be returning again soon.

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Ross Hancock . 2024-05-25

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Absolutely loved this restaurant, from service to food. Great place! Delicious food, great portions and reasonable price I enjoyed and will definitely come back. Highly recommend

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M Reza . 2024-05-22

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Delicious food, a knowledgeable customer immediately, clean, accessible for disabled people, lovely staff, good music، Parking is available free of charge on the road at 18.30, before that you pay for your car park

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Samaneh Esfandyari . 2024-05-21

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Amazing food great service highly recommend

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A Parsa . 2024-05-21

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So delicious 😋 and beautiful staff 👌👍

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mona zadeh . 2024-05-19

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I recently dined at Persian Taste, and it was an exceptional experience. The food was exquisite, with each dish offering a perfect blend of authentic Persian flavors. The kebabs, stews, and saffron rice were all outstanding. The highlight was the warm and generous hospitality. The host made us feel at home with attentive and friendly service, adding a special touch to our evening. Persian Taste combines delicious food with genuine hospitality, making it a must-visit. I can't wait to return!

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Nona Mir . 2024-05-19

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Good atmosphere and food. Very kind and helpful staff. Very authentic Iranian experience!

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Ali Mirdavoudi . 2024-05-19

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Great food Calm atmosphere and kind staff

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Al Kay . 2024-05-18

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Absolutely wonderful Persian food is served here. Healthy servings and the price is so low i don't know how they stay open. My wife and i will be back very soon.

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t bone . 2024-05-18

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location-icon5 Princes Parade High Street, Potters Bar EN6 5AE England

Excellent service and very good value for money,prompt delivery service.I have eaten on couple of occasions lamb and chicken wrap with salad, very generous portions.

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