My mother's name was Iran, like the country. She never measured and never wrote anything down. She cooked by instinct, with the confidence that only comes from feeding people your whole life. She could serve fifty guests without looking overwhelmed, because to her, feeding people wasn't work — it was love made visible.

Shiraz Kitchen & Wine Bar is built on that idea. Recipes carried from her Tehran kitchen meet the bright flavors of the Mediterranean coast. A wine list curated to honor the city — Shiraz — that gave both the restaurant and the wine its name. Two dining rooms, in White Plains and Chelsea, Manhattan, that we hope feel less like a restaurant and more like a table.

Welcome to Shiraz Kitchen.
— Reza Parhizkaran, Chef-Owner

Persian classics meet Mediterranean staples. Saffron-marinated lamb chops, slow-cooked stews from my mother's recipes, branzino, hand-rolled hummus, dedicated vegan and gluten-free sections. Each dish prepared with the same care we'd give our own family.

The name Shiraz is not incidental. Shiraz was the capital of Iran from 1750 to 1800 — a city of beautiful gardens, scholars, poets, and ancient wine culture. When we named the restaurant Shiraz Kitchen & Wine Bar, we were drawing a line from that heritage to this table.

Our wine program features 235+ biodynamic and small-production wines from around the world, curated to complement the bright, herb-laced flavors of Persian-Mediterranean cuisine. The program received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2024.

Birthdays, anniversaries, corporate dinners, wedding celebrations. The White Plains private dining room seats up to 40, with the main room accommodating up to 140. Chelsea offers a semi-private space for up to 25 and full-buyout availability at both rooms.

Event packages start at $125 per guest. Open bar and curated wine pairings available. Flexible menus for every dietary need.

Persian-Mediterranean dishes available for delivery and pickup from both locations through DoorDash.