Rumi Restaurant

I have had a lot of Persian food in many major cities, I can say with confidence that this restaurant does not disappoint. To be fair, we were the first customers of the day, so service was definitely on point. Everyone who worked there was friendly from start to finish. Our food came out quickly and was very fresh. Sad to see other reviewers saying they felt the kebabs lacked flavor. The beef koobideh was my favorite. I was feeling adventurous and tried the Faludeh for dessert. Had lots of fun flavors and textures. Finished off the meal with Persian tea, absolutely delicious. Cannot wait to come back!

Ordered pick up. The salmon was cooked well. But all rice dishes were not hot and didn't taste fresh. Like all stale rice. Kebob Koobieh was also dry and felt overcooked. I expect more from a Persian restaurant. Dined in the past and found it to be very different & delightful experience.

Best Persian restaurant on the Eastside. I've been eating here for 7+ years and the food has always been excellent. The Lamb Shishleek soltani is my go-to and I have never found any restaurant that does it better than Rumi. I've been all around the Persian areas of LA too. I don't know her name but the lovely auntie there has always been nice to me and service is quick. She will even pause in the middle of her candy crush game to service me :). I usually don't dine in but the ambiance is quaint. The location is hard to find, nestled in the back of a plaza. Give the Mirza Ghasemi a try too (smoked eggplant) it's amazing. Also, I'm gluten free and everything I've tried has been GF, no reactions. Some places use a low grade koobideh that has wheat as a binding agent but not here. Pretty sure they make it in house but could be wrong. Thanks Rumi, please never close your restaurant.P.S. I never leave reviews...only when I feel strongly that a business is providing something special to the area. 10/5 I'm telling you! If you're reading this Rumi, I am the Asian guy that only ever eats lamb shishleek soltani. Thanks for the great food!Oh yeah and what's with the low rating on this restaurant? Some lesser competitors are for sure paying a bot company to defame this establishment. Could name a few off my head that charge way more for way lower quality.

I had never tried Persian food before as far as I remember, but one of my best friends knows it and loves it, and was very excited when we were heading to an Indian restaurant and happened to find Rumi's in the same business park. We both turned our cars around and decided to try this place... Staff was really nice but the food was absolutely delicious!! Will 100% be coming back to this place even though it's almost an hour from where I live.

First time trying this place - Menu pictures of plates online where great of courseI Ordered takeout for myself and friend of mine This was all that was in the bag. Kindly asked for spicy-sauce and sauces on the side, and utensils when placing the order - saw nothing in the bag once at home. Paid just under $10 for a cup of yogurt Lamb Shashlik Kabob $40 worthWas a bit embarrassed in-front of my guest to say the least.

The food was spectacular we ordered the barg beef kebab and the lamb special, the meat was very tender and had great flavor. The service was also excellent she made us feel right at home. Definitely recommend this place and we will be back soon!

I love the service and the food is outstanding. I enjoy sitting and chatting with my server, while my food is prepared. Friendly and RUMI is my Muse.

My mom was raving about this place having come here for dinner so I had to try it out. We arrived for a late lunch on the weekend around 2pm and the place was mainly empty except for another family. They had lots of to go orders coming through and the girl at the front was welcoming and friendly. We ordered our food and it came pretty fast but wasn't as fresh as excepted. The rice wasn't the usual buttery flavorful rice you find at Persian food spots but rather just a plain basmati that was dry. The kabobs also didn't taste as fresh but the chicken was good and flavorful. Might be hit or miss at this spot so I would be willing to try it out again. The owner was really sweet with helping my parents find the spot since it's a little hidden when they first went and opened later so 4 stars!

servers were very friendly and great at accommodating our group of 11! Food was delicious and reasonably priced.

The best Persian food in town. The food is not just good, it's beyond the amazing. My favorite is smoked eggplant, koobideh and lamb. Oh, lamb is way too good. It's addictive!!!Service is fast and friendly. Ambiance can be better, but the food is worth to come back! Fantastic