Ravagh Persian Grill — all mentions

in:I thought Ravagh was totally bland. Is Sofreh better?2 pts
“I enjoy both the beef/lamb and chicken versions of the koobideh and the chicken thigh kebabs, hummus and kashk bademjan. It’s always consistent and flavorful.”
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in:Need urgent reccos for home cooked Indian food near Times Square-1 pts
“Check out Ravagh Persian Grill – there are several of them in the city – I personally adore the Jujeh kabob which is Cornish game hen that has been marinated but is not spicy and does not use garlic. Same thing with Persian rice: very very flavorful but not spicy.”
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in:Best middle eastern restaurant in the city?32 pts
“Ravagh Persian Grill has decent food and reasonable prices.”
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in:Best things I ate in NY25 pts
“They are one of the most consistent places I’ve been to. Excellent kebabs. Love the grilled veggies.”
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in:Middle Eastern Places16 pts
“Ravagh Persian Grill is fantastic and the quality of their service is on par with places twice as expensive.”
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in:I thought Ravagh was totally bland. Is Sofreh better?7 pts
“Ravagh’s koobideh is mid, its dry and bland”
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in:Food on Upper East Side?6 pts
replying to u/questi0neverythin9: Lungi South Indian & Sri Lankan Restaurant Tha Phraya (a little further but miles better than Lexonthai, Up Thai, etc.) Ravagh Mission Ceviche Noz Market and Sushi Noz Sushi Akira Pastrami Queen
“Seconding ravagh for Persian kebabs”
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in:Favorite Middle Eastern restaurant in New York City?6 pts
replying to u/Even-Jicama-3339: In this order: Al Badawi (Palestinian) Balade (Lebanese + cheap wine bottles) Boutros (Lebanese) Eyval (Persian) Sofreh (Persian) Huda (pan Levantine, vibey) Mascarade (Persian + late night disco) Ravagh (Persian family style) Heights Falafel (Casual to go shop in BK heights with amazing food and a lovely owner)
“Upvote for Ravagh. Try the pomegranate stew.”
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in:What are some good middle-eastern food spots5 pts
“ravagh has good persian kabobs.”
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in:Food on Upper East Side?5 pts
replying to u/oceanrave: Seconding ravagh for Persian kebabs
“The food is amazing. You could split an entree and still have leftovers. I live on 63rd and get takeout once a week.”
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in:What are cuisines/dishes that are most lacking in NYC?4 pts
“Ravagh lacks spice to me & their shallot yogurt sauce is bland.”
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in:My week in NYC. How did I do?4 pts
“better than any barg id get from a place like Ravagh”
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in:I thought Ravagh was totally bland. Is Sofreh better?4 pts
“I love Ravagh and am defensive as it’s a family restaurant that’s not trying to do anything upscale. Just quality grilled meats, rice, and veggies.”
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in:Middle Eastern Places4 pts
“Ravagh for very good Persian. Except their hummus.”
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postI thought Ravagh was totally bland. Is Sofreh better?3 pts
“Got the koobideh at Ravagh (Madison Ave location) and just found it to be so lacking. I recall the side salad was unremarkable, like something from a chain restaurant.”
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in:I work very long hours and get a $35 per diem for working late. I’m bored of my regular orders. Any new suggestions? 3 pts
“Ravagh Persian grill for barg kabob & Sambuseh”
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in:Recommendations between Penn Station and the Morgan?3 pts
“one of my favorite restaurants is near the Morgan - Ravagh Persian Grill. Delicious kebabs.”
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in:Best things I ate in NY3 pts
“Been going here since I was a kid, mostly for kebabs but everything is good”
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in:What are your top 3 most frequented restaurants in NYC that are not in your neighborhood?3 pts
replying to u/a1015n: Ravagh Persian grill
“Try the Ravagh Persian Grill in Roslyn Heights Long Island - better tasting food, bigger portions, and cheaper prices than the NYC location !”
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in:Being a part of this sub since it’s inception makes me laugh how literally every food report has the exact same spots on them. Hope it becomes more common to venture off the beaten path and find the spots that aren’t on TikTok and eater mag. What’s a non hyped spot you tried lately that you enjoyed?2 pts
replying to u/PopEnvironmental1335: Eyval in Bushwick is fantastic Persian food.
“Try Ravagh too for authentic classic Persian food.”
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in:What restaurants are in your current top 5?2 pts
replying to u/hammersandhammers: Put Ravagh on there!
“They need to ease up on the charring of their kabobs and grilled veg. Been hammering it lately, had to demand a refund last time I ordered.”
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in:Recommendations for a indian and a persian restaurant?2 pts
replying to u/espresso-urself: Miraj healthy grill for Persian Ravagh is another option, may be more expensive and "refined" for Americans. Though my Persian ex used to love it here, and so did his family. Hyderabadi Zaiqa for Indian all casual. Enjoy :) RIP to that one Persian place that used to share its space with a pizza place before closing down circa COVID
“Love Ravagh. Their portions are also huge, you'll have enough leftovers for at least another meal.”
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in:Best middle eastern restaurant in the city?2 pts
replying to u/nyccameraman: Ravagh Persian Grill has decent food and reasonable prices. It has a couple of locations in Manhattan.
“most underrated restaurant in the city, love that place”
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in:Help: need to impress my mom2 pts
“the kebabs at Ravagh Persian Grill on Madison Ave are excellent”
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in:Best things I ate in NY2 pts
“Also good Ash Reshteh at Ravagh.”
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in:Best things I ate in NY2 pts
“The Fesejan from Ravagh is one of my favorite dishes in the city, it’s so good!”
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in:I want to try 100 new dishes in 2026. Help me make my list!2 pts
replying to u/Kroksfjorour: Iranian food at Sofreh/Ravagh/Eyval
“The saffron ice cream with pistachio. and rosewater at Ravagh is so delicious. And the lunch is quite generous and tasty”
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in:What are some good middle-eastern food spots2 pts
replying to u/Beneficial-Ad-8482: As a middle eastern food junkie ravagh on Madison is my favorite in the city
“the koobideh and chicken shisk were a hit!”
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in:Moving to the UES - looking for your favorite restaurants, delivery/takeout spots, cafes etc.1 pts
“Ravagh persian grill is great for delivery or dine in, massive portions so you'll definitely have left overs.”
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in:Recommendations for a indian and a persian restaurant?1 pts
“My Persian husband says it’s better than Ravagh”
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in:If Anthony Bourdain asked you to take him to somewhere in NYC to eat this week, where would you take him?1 pts
“Authentic, flavorful, juicy grilled meats with the perfect amount of subtle seasoning.”
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in:Best place to experience Persian food1 pts
replying to u/LeftReflection6620: Been wanting to try Nasrin’s!
“Ravagh is more polished and feels more like a restaurant, and service is fast — the food is 9/10.”
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in:Recommendations for NYC hidden gems? 1 pts
“Ravagh Persian grill on First Ave, 62nd street is insanely delicious. Get the dark meat chicken kabob.”
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in:Best spots to take family out to eat in Midtown East?1 pts
“ravagh persian grill and get the grilled chicken thighs”
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in:walking distance from 5th & 31st1 pts
“One of my favorite restaurants in the city is Ravagh, a wonderful Persian joint on Madison just south of 34th. Delicious grilled meats in an airy room.”
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in:What dishes have you tried to replicate at home from your favorite spots in the city upscale or not, and how did it go, stories, recipes, etc?!1 pts
“tried to recreate fesenjoon from ravagh persian grill! turned out sooo good!”
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in:Where to eat near the Morgan Library tomorrow afternoon?1 pts
replying to u/helcat: My favorite is Ravagh Persian Grill.
“I always get the lamb shank. It’s ridiculously good”
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in:Noon Khamei in Manhattan?1 pts
replying to u/manicakes1: Just had an amazing meal at Ravagh, the place is a treasure. Yes the places in DC and LA are better, but not by some huge margin.
“I had their kabob and thought it was terrible.”
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in:I thought Ravagh was totally bland. Is Sofreh better?1 pts
replying to u/Forgemasterblaster: I love Ravagh and am defensive as it’s a family restaurant that’s not trying to do anything upscale. Just quality grilled meats, rice, and veggies. Usually get sultani and veggies only. I’d argue their grilled vegetables are some of the best/most flavorful items one can get. Side salad review is hilarious as it’s just something they add. Same with the pita. So I see reviews like this and go, what exactly did you want? Did you go as a group and try a bunch of items? It’s a family style restaurant meant to have a shared experience. Doesn’t mean you have to like it, but if someone says I got this 1 kebab, they are doing ravagh wrong. Eyval is good. Sofreh is fine. They are both trying to be a level above what ravagh is doing. Same flavor profiles, but more setup for individual dishes than a shared family meal experience.
“What did I want? I wanted delicious koobideh. I wanted the accompaniments, like the side salad, to be fresh.”
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in:What are some good middle-eastern food spots1 pts
replying to u/themooseexperience: Nasrin's Kitchen makes delicious Persian food
“Much much much better than Ravagh. NK is creative not boring”
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in:Best place to experience Persian food34 pts
“I like ravagh!”
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in:Dairy free restaurants with meat? 23 pts
“2) Ravagh Persian Grill”
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in:Favorite Middle Eastern restaurant in New York City?20 pts
“Shiraz and Ravagh are also very good”
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in:Where to eat near the Morgan Library tomorrow afternoon?18 pts
“My favorite is Ravagh Persian Grill.”
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in:Best place to experience Persian food15 pts
“Love Ravagh in midtown as a half Persian :)”
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in:Food on Upper East Side?15 pts
“Ravagh”
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in:Any must-eat restaurants in this general vicinity?15 pts
“Ravagh Persian grill”
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in:Did I pick well for a 5 day trip?14 pts
“Love Marea, Los Tacos No. 1, Shukette, and Ravagh.”
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in:Best place to experience Persian food13 pts
replying to u/Comfortable-Power-71: My vote is Eyval in Bushwick. Been there 3-4 times and it's been great every time.
“ravagh for more traditional.”
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in:Best restaurants that are never busy13 pts
“Ravagh should fit the bill pretty nicely!”
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