1451 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2H9, Canada
Earth-toned cafe offering Persian & Afghan comfort foods including grilled fare & specials.
Barely you can find jigar kebab in Vancouver. A fresh baked Persian bread and well cooked jigar with fat! Thanks to Mitra for her great service and kindness.
One of the best persian resturant around Vancouver! The price to portion ratio is amazing! Each order comes with extra Nan with butter and other vegies. Taste is delicious, one of the best for koobideh dishes! This was my 2nd visit and I plan to go there again. Highly recommended!!
⭐ 1/5 I had a very disappointing experience at Mehman Restaurant. First, I was surprised to find that we had to pay for our order before eating, with an expectation for a tip without even tasting the food. There was nothing particularly special about the food or service to justify that approach. The worst part was seeing a mouse in the dining area. When I informed the staff, the response was very casual; the server just mentioned she was scared. When my wife asked if the manager had been informed, the server said the manager was aware and "sorry," but there was no direct apology or acknowledgment from the manager. This lack of concern for hygiene and customer service is unacceptable and made for a very unpleasant dining experience. I hope the management takes this seriously and addresses the hygiene and service issues immediately.
We got “Jegar” with their amazing freshly baked bread! The Jegar was great but if they serve it in smaller piece it will be cooked better! The staff are super nice and polite, with their amazing hospitality. Btw, their washroom was not clean! They should clean it more often:)
I have tried almost every persian restaurant in North Van. Here's my experience with Mehman. Food was ok. Got the Lamb shank it was good. But it could be a bit more tender and more stew. Not sure what her name is. The lovely girl who served suggested an appetizer with Youghurt, which paired with Lamb shank pretty well. I went there after a hard hike and she was sight for sore eyes. Very kind and welcoming. She deserves a raise. I will be coming back just to try out other foods she recommended in the menu. Thank you for making my day.
I traveled out of town to visit this restaurant that I found on Google Maps. It had positive reviews, so we decided to give it a try since many reviewers mentioned the delicious food. The reviews were accurate, and the food was indeed excellent. However, the customer service was lacking. The waitress was impolite and displayed a poor attitude. When we requested a bag, she refused, claiming they did not have any and suggested we leave if we were finished. We will not be returning to this establishment. I do not recommend this restaurant to others. I suggest looking for an alternative dining option.
I recently dined at mehman wonderful restaurant, and I must say, it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The food was not only delicious but also beautifully presented. The service was top-notch, with attentive staff who made the dining experience even more enjoyable. The ambiance was cozy and inviting, creating the perfect setting for a memorable meal. Overall, I had a fantastic time and can't wait to return!
Usually, you either get delicious food or large portions. Here you get both. Great service as well. Shafiqa really took great care of us just like a mehman.
Our Server Mitra was Amazing and Food was pretty good too.
The best in North Vancouver.Koobide is perfect.Service is good.Parking available in rear. Update:still the best Koobide in Vancouver Food
Delicious food and hidden gem in North Vancouver
Great Koobideh. Rice was good unlike other restaurants. Portion size filling. Lettuce in the salad can be fresher and crisper. All in all a hidden germ in North Vancouver. Check it out!
The best food
Very nice food Parking: Ok Food : 5/5 |
Best Khobideh kebab
Tonight, I bought two presses of minced meat and vegetables and brought them home. When I opened the dishes, I couldnt believe that I paid thirty dollars for two small bowls of extremely poor quality stew. I am sure that I will never enter this restaurant again and I strongly advise my friends to never go to this restaurant. Unfortunately
I was there tonight and really liked the food as well as the service. The waitress named Mitra was so nice and friendly making the experience even more lovely. I highly recommend this restaurant.
One of the best Persian restaurants in North Vancouver. Its the third time that we are visiting here. We enjoyed the great food combined with the fantastic service! Food
Best service
Delicious, authentic food and huge portions. Friendly staff :)
I visited Mehman Restaurant recently, hoping for a good experience, but unfortunately, it didn t meet my expectations. The liver and heart dishes were overcooked and dry, which completely ruined their flavor. For the prices they charge, I expected much better quality. The food simply didn t match the value, and I left feeling disappointed. I hope they take this feedback seriously and improve their food quality.
Try Baghalipolo ba Mahiche on happy hours
Great food, great prices
Amazing I will return again with more people
this restaurant is grate place food was fresh mitra was very friendly and had good customer service price is unbelievable i do highly recommend it to everyone who has not been there,GOD BLESSED
The food was great, Mrs. Elmira served us very patiently and cheerfully Parking: good
Server didn t even bother to seat us, brought 2 glasses without water, ordered a haleem with absolutely no taste, just microwaved, had to get up and ask the waitress to talk to the manager, telling us it meant to be like that, reordered lamb kebab, but I already lost the appetite, with that waitress bad attitude, she didn t even bother bringing a new set of cutlery and of asking anything what we want to drink, and claimed she been a server for 2 years. Even the manager got a bad attitude! If I can give a -5 I would.
A simple but yet amazing place where you can enjoy great food. Quantity abd quality. Definitely recommended Food
Good Iranian food
Great food, great staff
I recently dined at Mehman Restaurant and was thoroughly impressed by the exceptional service. The staff were attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure a delightful dining experience. The food was delicious, and the ambiance was perfect. Highly recommend!
food was amazing and very good service
Service was absolutely great and so was the food. I ll be back!
Had lunch with my Family and everything was delicious. Didn t even leave a grain of rice on the plate. Must try the chicken kebab JUICYYYYYY AF.
The food was good and so were the prices. Service was especially good and friendly.
Very nice and welcoming staff. First time here and explained the menu well.
Everything was awesome but I think still need some flourishing smell in the restaurant
Tasty
The service was really good. Food was made very quickly and it was delicious. Ms.Shafiqa was really nice and welcoming.
Great food. We ordered the eggplant appetizer and combo for 3 and we were full to the brim. Very friendly service as well.
Greatest food to try in all over North Vancouver, mouth melting meats with perfect spicy juice blend. Will recommend to try.
Great place treated me the best and only took 5 mins to come out. Also a great place with family. Vegetarian options: Great apitisers for vegetarians.
My girlfriend and I wanted to get some Persian food tonight and stumbled upon this gem of a restaurant. The food was amazing, service was great and all in all vibes are impeccable. Also, who I assume is the owner/manager was very friendly and hilarious, she took the time to explain the menu to us and we ended up ordering the lamb shank with rice, tender chicken and ground beef skewers which were amazing.
Their kobideh is pretty decent compared to the rest of the kebab restaurants in vancouver
The quality of the food is excellent and the servers seem kind. Parking: Number of parking spots available depends on the time of day. Will have to park on the street and pay (maximum 2 hours, based on signs nearby). Food : 5/5 |
The food is fresh and delicious. Also, the portions are very good and tasty. Parking: From the backside of the restaurant Food : 5/5 |
Great Great delicious tender koobideh kebab.
Great food. Wonderful service! Dietary restrictions: Halal Food : 4/5 |
Delicious food Outstanding service Free parking My family and I enjoyed our lunch very much .
The best restaurant for Afghan food!
Very tasty food, and great service
The kabab was deliosish! And the service was excellent thank you!
So good Best people and best place Food
Food was great and family vibes loved it
Sabzi was quite good. Beef and chicken tender and good quality. butter chicken was interesting.. not terrible but lacking in some aspects, could be spicier but definitely not bad!
Fragrant, tasty food, with large portions. Make sure to come here hungry.
I really your service and food. Definitely, I introduce your restaurant to our family and friends.
Best Persian restaurant in North Van!
Everything was great
We had lovely Afghan server and we tried the grilled liver. It was wonderful. Thank you for the hospitality
My wife and I come here regularly. I absolutely love the ground beef kebab koobideh!... The chicken joojeh and the liver... Yummm. Persians make the best charcoal BBQ!!
Excellent food, amazing service.Will definitely come back again.
Came after a 32km hike and this meal made us whole again
Great food, great portions, good prices
Excellent flat bread, kabobs, tah dig, and zereshk polo
The food is really delicious!!! Very generous portions and the service was excellent! High recommend
The food was really yummy and services were really good.
I tried Lamb chenjeh dish and Doogh drink, they tasted good! Good service, I liked also style and decoration of the restaurant!
I recently visited this restaurant and was delighted to find that they serve a delicious Kabuli Palaw, which happens to be my favorite dish. The flavors were on point and the rice was cooked to perfection. The kabobs were also a standout - juicy and delicious. The only downside is that the restaurants interior is a bit small, which may be a challenge for larger families. However, they still managed to accommodate us comfortably. Overall, I had a great dining experience and would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for tasty Afghan cuisine.
Good quality Fair price Food
Parking: I don t have a complaint Food
It s highly recommended restaurant with perfect and respectful customer service also great, fresh foods selection. Thanks a lot
I was there for the first time.theyGreat quality food. Very good service, organized and clean.
Amazing food. Good service!
Best Persian Food In North Vancouver Thanks Food
So Delicious food with very polite and kind waiters.
Some of the best Iranian food in North Van! The koobedeh was juicy, tender and full of flavour, while the chicken was perfectly seasoned. Cant wait to come back.
The food was delicious, especially koobideh and joojeh.
Everything is perfect
This place is amazing! The food is delicious and the lamb was the best I ve ever eaten! Ill definitely be back :)
Delicious Lamb! Juicy and tender.
The food, the place, the atmosphere are just too perfect!!
Great food and customer service!
Wonderful Wheelchair accessibility: Simple to find. Very well localized in North Vancouver Food : 5/5 |
Really delicious, loved the koobideh kabob
Really delicious!
The food was great, the people are kind! I strongly recommend this place! Thanks Mehman Restaurant! Food : 5/5
Great food and staff
I can t recall the last time I had joojeh kabab this tender and juicy every bite was bursting with flavor!
Kid-friendliness: Extremely child friendly! Warm hosts who know what children like! Food
Amazing food! Great service, will come back
My first time enjoying Persian food & what a wonderful experience the customer service was very nice & food was delicious.
Really good customer service
Parking: The parking is located at the back of restaurant. Food
Delicious
It was our first time to visit Vancouver after so many and it was the best time and it was the place to eat food at this place. Parking: Great place
Excellent food
Its ok all the time
Great atmosphier. Best Jigar!
My first experience trying this cuisine. Very tasty and good sized portion. The service was quick and very friendly :)
Delicious food Clean plates and utensils Food
Wonderful hospitality, dangerously delicious food
Hospitality, great! Food, delicious! Worth a try Food : 5/5
The food was excellent but work on your service please
Amazing persian eatery which is Halal situated in North Vancouver. We visited on a Saturday late afternoon. We ordered the cucumber yogurt dip, the bone in chicken kebab and the boneless lamb kebab. My weakness is the persian /iranian rice that both dishes were served with. They also give you three small pots of butter which you mix with the rice and its so delicious. The food was good and the cost was approx 50 CAD which I thought was very good for the food. I cant wait to go back. Whats interesting is they also have afghani food items on the menu, so next time I would love to try the qabali pilau. Dietary restrictions: Halal
Really tasty! Recommend for meat lover!
I would like to express my appreciation for the excellent quality of the food prepared by your chef; it has consistently been outstanding. However, I must bring to your attention a concern regarding the conduct of your staff. Unfortunately, I have experienced instances where the staff has been quite rude and communicated with me in an unprofessional manner. I suggest that the management address this issue by encouraging the staff to be more kind and patient in their interactions with customers. Improving the overall customer service experience is crucial, as the current level is quite disappointing. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Food was great but the service was atrocious. Server was either nonexistent or standing behind the counter playing with her phone. Ordered the yaziri. The chicken and beef were juicey and tender.
The food quality was extremely disappointing. The meat appeared to be not fresh. It was 8 of us that ordered kabab, Juje, and halim. All of them seemed reheated like microwave leftovers, representing the lowest standard of Iranian cuisine in Vancouver. The only enjoyable items were the bread, pop, and water. The Halim was particularly unpleasant; it had a foul smell and tasted very bad. Going to this restaurant felt like a waste of money. When we expressed our concerns about the poor food quality to the manager, he remained in the kitchen and asked a waitress to call us to go to the counter and refused to come out and apologize personally to all of us. Despite our complaint, he insisted we pay the bill, despite knowing we couldnt eat the food. This experience was so disappointing that even giving one star feels generous for this establishment. The worst quality food you can eat There was a lot of food left The chicken that was left so long that it was unraveling His grilled meat, if it was really meat, was like rubber The only thing that tasted good was the bread that came with the food and soft drinks and water Halim was awful, it smelled of the remaining fat of the meat and it tasted very bad It means wasting your money to go to this restaurant When we informed that the quality of the food was very low, without touching the food, the cook did not even come out to apologize to us, and one of the 8 people, who were all unhappy, went to the chefs house and said that we should also calculate the cost. Even this one star is not worth giving to this restaurant
The worst F ing food in Vancouver. We did not even touch the dishes because of the gross smell; asked for the chef, the owner/chef didn t show up and asked to talk to one of us. He was super rude and arrogant in blaming our bad taste. Did not even offer any mods or discount and charged us for the full price of 8 dishes that we didn t even touch. Stale, rancid, microwaved, elastic kebab is not even good for dogs. NEVER EVER WASTE YOUR MONEY HERE.
The portions were satisfying, you should try the vaziri kebab 10/10
We tried Nadir kebab at Mehman and was so glad that we did! The food was so delicious and the service was really great, too!
Very friendly staff, food and service are great!
Ive visited this restaurant twice, and while the food is good, the staff is incredibly rude and unprofessional. They really need to work on their communication skills; their English is very poor, making it difficult to order. On my way out, I asked for a bag to take the remaining food home, and they rudely told me that it was finished, which was a blatant lie since I saw them giving a bag to the previous customer. When I pointed this out, the lady with poor English skills sarcastically asked, You think we are cheap? Seriously? this is how you reponse to your custmor ???After spending over $300 on the bill, this is how they treat their customers? After this second visit, I won t be coming back nor will i recommend it to anyone!!
I would like to begin by expressing that the cuisine was of high quality and delightful, with no issues regarding our order. However, I feel compelled to mention that the female staff member displayed a lack of professionalism and struggled with English communication. I found myself repeatedly requesting water, and her service was lacking. It is puzzling why establishments hire staff who are not fluent in the native language in Canada. This was not an isolated incident, and I cannot recommend this restaurant. There are numerous superior dining options on the same street. A message to the management: please consider hiring employees who are proficient in the language and provide additional training to enhance politeness.
I recently dined at Mehman Restaurant with my family of 15, and while the food was excellent, the service was incredibly disappointing. Communication was a major issue as there was only one server who struggled with English, making it difficult to address our needs. Things went further downhill when we tried to settle our $300 bill. We left a $10 tip, which, while not obligatory, seemed to anger the server. When we requested a bag for our leftovers, we were told they had run out due to delivery issues. However, when my father inquired further, the server rudely implied that we thought the restaurant was too cheap to afford bags. ( Do you think we are cheap!!? ) When clearly that was not the intention to what my father was saying, he simply asked a question. Overall, the food was good, but the poor and disrespectful service overshadowed the positive aspects. I won t be recommending Mehman Restaurant based on this experience.
I ve visited this restaurant twice, and although the food is good, the staff s behavior is consistently rude and unprofessional. Their poor English makes communication difficult, which is a major inconvenience when ordering. On my last visit, I asked for a bag to take home the leftover food. I was told they had run out, but I saw them give a bag to the customer right before me and one of the staff members was literally holding a bag whne i saw them walk by. When I mentioned this asking why bags are unavailable , the staff member, sarcastically asked, Do you think we are cheap? After spending over $300, this was the level of service we received. Given this experience, I won t be returning or recommending this restaurant to anyone.
Just dined here and had the best experience ever. Food was fresh clean and just enjoyable. service was outstanding making sure we had everything we needed and checking up on us. we had an amazing experience thank you!!
This place is not suitable for families with children and requires several improvements. The small tables are unstable and prone to shaking, creating a risk of food falling off. The space is cramped, with even a child s chair failing to fit comfortably between the tables. Additionally, it was disappointing to see one of my friend s child asked to be quiet in such a manner, which is not typical in restaurants. The receptionist s lack of proficiency in English led to communication issues and dissatisfaction with the service. The absence of a diaper changing station in the restroom further complicates the experience for parents. Furthermore, the mandatory 20% tip is excessive; tipping should be optional, not obligatory. Overall, I m dissatisfied and I don t recommend this place.
The food was delicious and the service was excellent.
Excellent taste and food quality. Best price Food
The meat and naan were of the best quality among all the great Persian food places!
One of the best traditions Persian restaurants in Vancouver.. great taste and great service.. it will be on our restaurant list regularly
It is one of the best persian restaurants in Vancouver you should try it
Great food Great service Food
Food was very good and huge in quantity. People were very friendly.
Excellent food! Highly recommend!
Very delicious food.. great host. I loved the recommendations of food. Highly recommended l!
When you finish your food before taking the pics, that should be enough to explain the quality of the food you had. Amazing food and great service. Definitely coming back again and will upload pics then...
It was a pleasant surprise to experience such high quality of Persian food. If you want authentic and delicious Persian food, check Mehman out! Parking: You need to drive around to find a parking spot, it s not too bad.
We are back for the 2nd time and the food is amazing and service is great. Best kebab I have had in Vancouver
Its was so good experience and so good food
Shafiqa its was graet to eat her in this restaurant
We ordered the vazira, the bread was delicious, meat was very juicy and tender, both the barley and noodle soups were well made, and service with Shafiqa and Almira were great.
I am pleased to write a review for this amazing Halal restaurant. My brother has been asking me to try out this gem in Noth Vancouver. Sister Shafiqa was amazing and the food was out of the world. I going to be a regular customer. Keep up the good work.
They forgot one of the order, service was not good and the waiter was not friendly but I thing the owner was. Nodle soup was not so bad, kubideh is different than we used to Food
Lamb soltani was soooooo good!! Shafiqa was a great hostess and got all of our order out fast and with care. Alhamdulilah.
I come to here it s mind blowing everything s was perfect delicious food awesome service so kind and lovely Shafiqa jan
I recently dined at Mehman Restaurant and had a wonderful experience. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, blending traditional and modern décor beautifully. The menu featured a variety of delicious kabobs, each marinated and grilled to perfection. I especially enjoyed the lamb and chicken kabobs, which were tender and flavorful. Our server, Shafiqa, was exceptional friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed.
Our waitress, Emma was so kind and sweet Mehman always has fresh and delicious food The Atmosphere is intimate and pleasant Always lovely dining here and been coming here for more than 6-7 years
The food was great with affordable price and the staff were friendly. Highly recommend!
Great food! Amazing service and their bread is out of this world! Parking: Street Wheelchair accessibility: Available
Great halal food and good service by the girl Ema I believe. Highly recommended both beef kebab & chicken
GREAT FOOD
The meal is so juicy and flavourful. They also have huge portions
The food was really good! We had a good lunch.
Food is very good and the portion sizes are huge. Would definately recommend the koobideh. Best Ive ever had.
Delicious food and awesome service.
Delicious Persian cuisine and the portions are really good for the price
Really awesome food! Bang for buck! Huge amounts!
I took a break from eating my koobideh kebab dinner because I needed a picture to remember the best kebab I ve ever had outside of Iran this is coming from a Kurdish guy! Great place to get authentic middle eastern food in big portions and a relaxing atmosphere. Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly, they offer high chairs.
The best food in Vancouver!!!! Highly recommended!
This little gem is hands down one of the best experiences of Iranian cuisine in Vancouver. Amazing food and very kind service. Will definitely be coming often.
Excellent food and service
Kobideh was extremely undercooked and lacked any flavor. Barg was cooked well but also had no flavor outside of the meat itself. Hummus was good. Service was okay, but not any different than interacting with someone via a drive thru (waitress only gave yes and no answers). We informed the waitress that the food didn t have flavor and she responded with okay . No white or green sauces? Almost all Persian places have those. Avoid - there are better places.
Take out was great
Had a wonderful shank of lamb. Very tasty
these guys have the best Persian food, its worth trying it, my host Emma was awesome
Great food great service
The koobedieh kebab is really amazing but what surprised us was the tufton bread!!
We enjoyed the fresh liver and bread. It was delicious, juicy, and a good portion! Thanks to Emma for the quick service even though we arrived near closing time. Well come back!
Nice kopideh va del o jigar.
Yummy food. Great service. Thank you Shafika
Amazing food and even better atmosphere, beautiful people with great attitude, Shafika was my server today and she is wonderful person. It is not only the food though it is the whole investment. Food : 5/5
The Joojeh kabab Is legit. And everything else is great as well. Best Persian food in Vancouver.
Mrs. Emma, you are very kind to us
perfect
Great food , variety of options and amazing management
The food quality is so good here Parking: It s easy to find free parking spots Food : 5/5 |
The kebab kobide was too greasy, jigar was too bad, and kashk o bademjoon was very oily. Only the chicken was good. Overall, I do not recommend it at all.
Very accommodating and tasty
Great meal with large portions and friendly service
Food was reallt good, will come back here again!
Thanks to Shafiqa for the great service Vegetarian options: Great options Food : 5/5 |
Shafiqa was wonderful
Amazing food, amazing portion, lovely service, and perfect all over the place. Rate it 100/10
Kid-friendliness: Staff friendly speachial Emma is very friendly Food
Amazing food Great service from Shafika She was very nice and friendly Strongly recommended Will visit again Thank u Shafika u r so kind
Honestly one of the top Persian cuisines in the Lower Mainland!! The high quality of the foods and professional services is super satisfying and I give my big 5 STARS to Mehman Restaurant.
recently dined at Mehman and was thoroughly impressed. The ambiance is cozy and elegant, and the food is exquisite, with each dish beautifully presented and full of flavor. The highlight was the exceptional service from Shafiqa, who was warm, attentive, and knowledgeable. I highly recommend Mehman for an unforgettable dining experience.
Great ambience. Great food and find for Emma as youll get best food suggestions.
It was a great experience at Mehman. The staff was really friendly. Ema did a great job serving us with hospitality. The owner is friendly too and greeted and treated us really nicely. Great food and great taste.. amazing Persian food in North Vancouver..!!!