Long before I fell in love with Japanese food, I was crazy about Persian food. But honestly, looking for a decent Persian restaurant seemed difficult for me because some places I have tried before either changed the quality of their food or has closed down. I was glad Mr. B brought me to Arya, the place he claims to serve authentic Persian food.
I love the interiors of the place, and they play Persian music in the background (I couldn't stop Mr. B from singing, haha). There are also tables outside for guests who want to get shisha.
For starters, we ordered Arya Salad (Php 183, solo).
Arya Salad |
I love how generous the walnuts are in this salad. Even the solo serving is good enough for two.
I also had a Plain Yogurt Smoothie, which tasted a lot better than usual yogurt smoothies I have in other places.
Plain Yogurt Smoothie |
For kabab, we shared a plate of Makhsus Beef (Php 392), served with Basmati Rice (add Php 20).
Kabab Makhsus Beef |
Of course, garlic sauce and chili sauce wouldn't be missing.
However, Mr. B explained that it's only here that he encountered mixing garlic sauce in kabab because kabab is supposedly eaten without any sauce. The kabab is tender and flavorful enough, actually, but I just can't help adding garlic sauce on it. Love it!
I was amazed that Arya really delivers delicious authentic Persian food. The service was excellent during our visit, though the prices are a bit more expensive than other Persian restaurants I've been to. Still, I will go back to this resto for my Persian food cravings.
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Arya
Ground Floor
Promenade,
Greenhills
San Juan
Other locations are Robinson's Magnolia, Robinson's Place Manila, The Podium and Shangrila East Wing
I think I have eaten there just once. I already forgot what we ordered. I think it's about time to visit it again. I miss Persian food.
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MrsMartinez
I can't wait to go back as well. :)
DeleteI haven't tried Arya, but I've been seeing it at Shangri-la Plaza! Will definitely try it soon. Prices seem pretty reasonable for the serving size, quality and authenticity. :) Btw, haven't read your other posts, but it sees you've been enjoying dates with Mr. B! Yihee! <3
ReplyDeleteI always pass by their Podium branch before but it's the first time that I've visited it. :)
DeleteHaven't tried this place yet and to think I have always passed by this place. Maybe it's time to give it a try. =)
ReplyDeleteLet's go, Lovelee! :)
DeleteI'm so used to fastfood kebab that I wonder how different it is with the authentic ones. I think I found my answer here. I love the blue and red ceiling decors btw :)
ReplyDeleteMe too, kung pwede lang sana iuwi. hehehe. :)
DeleteI remember Arya in Greenhills is the first Arya resto I've ever been to. Medyo dark lang ang ambiance. Hehe.
ReplyDeleteIt wasn't that dark when we went naman. :)
DeleteI didn't know that the kebabs should be eaten on their own, but I think I'm a self-confessed sauce person. I'm glad you were able to try Arya! :D
ReplyDeleteMe too! I love the garlic sauce pa naman. :)
DeleteNo, I didn't. I'm not a smoker kasi.
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