Shiraz Kitchen & Wine Bar
Chelsea
111 W. 17th Street · New York · 235+ Wines
From Westchester to Manhattan
A Persian Wine Bar in the Heart of Chelsea
For years, the secret lived in Westchester. People drove from the city for it: my mother Iran's Tehran recipes, a wine list worth the trip, a room where the welcome was as much the meal as the food. Word spread the way it does about a place that means it. Now that table is in Chelsea: a Persian and Iranian kitchen with a serious wine bar, a few steps off Sixth Avenue.
My mother's name is Iran, like the country, and she never writes her recipes down. She cooks by instinct, the way you only can after feeding people your whole life. Everything we serve here begins in her kitchen in Tehran: the saffron, the slow-braised lamb, the herbs by the handful, carried north to Westchester, and now south into Manhattan, unchanged in the only way that matters.
So this isn't a new restaurant trying to sound old. It's the same kitchen our Westchester guests have loved for years, brought to the city that kept asking for it. Plates arrive like gifts: silky labneh under a thread of olive oil, small plates bright with pomegranate, lamb braised until the bone is a formality. This is Iranian food the way it's meant to be eaten: seasoning confident, flavors layered, nothing rushed.
The room is made for lingering: a first date leaning close, friends before a show, a solo evening with a glass of wine. And the wine is a treasure in its own right: 235+ labels, weighted toward small-production and family vineyards, from the same cellar program honored with the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2024 and 2026 at our White Plains room. Few Persian restaurants in New York are also a real wine bar. This one is. But the real pairing here is between the food and the welcome. That part traveled with us from the start.
This isn't just Chelsea's escape. It's the table, finally, in the city.
With love,
Reza
The Experience
Why Guests Love Chelsea
- Authentic Persian and Iranian cuisine from recipes passed down through generations
- A genuine wine bar with 235+ small-production labels, sharing the cellar program honored at White Plains
- A cozy, intimate room made for date night or pre-theater dining
- Weekend brunch, weekday lunch, and daily happy hour at the bar
- Warm hospitality that turns every meal into a personal experience
- Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options for every guest
The Table
Menus
Our Chelsea kitchen blends old-world Persian recipes with fresh, seasonal ingredients, prepared with patience, respect, and heart.
Gatherings
Events & Private Dining
Planning a birthday dinner, a business gathering, or a pre-theater celebration? Let us create something unforgettable.
- Semi-private dining area or partial buyout
- Menu customization for every dietary need
- Wine pairings and open-bar packages available
Inquire: events@shirazkitchen.com
We also cater offices and company events in Manhattan, drop-off or fully staffed: see catering.
In Their Words
What Guests Say
"Reza brings his off-the-charts good Iranian food to Manhattan. I've gone to his highly rated Westchester restaurant for years. Recently I tried his Manhattan room and was absolutely delighted. This is authentic Iranian food — one of the great cuisines of the world. Don't miss it."
TripAdvisor Review"Perfect pre-theater dinner spot, with the friendliest staff."
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Visit Chelsea
Chelsea, Manhattan
111 W. 17th Street, New York, NY 10011
212-517-0840
Between Flatiron, Union Square, and the West Village · 2-min walk from 14th St / 8th Ave (A·C·E·L) · near the High Line & Chelsea Market
In Westchester? Visit our White Plains room →
Good to know
What are the hours at Shiraz Kitchen Chelsea?
We open at 11:30 AM Monday through Friday and at 11 AM on Saturday and Sunday for brunch. We close at 10 PM Sunday through Thursday and at 11:30 PM on Friday and Saturday. Holiday hours can shift; our Google listing stays current.
Do you serve brunch in Chelsea?
Yes. Weekend brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 3 PM at our Chelsea location only, with a $55 bottomless option. It is built around the Tehran breakfast table Reza's mother Iran still sets, and every brunch dish can be prepared gluten-free. Just let us know.
Is Shiraz Kitchen Chelsea halal?
Yes. The Chelsea kitchen is fully halal, as is our White Plains kitchen. Every dish on the menu, from the charcoal kababs to the slow-simmered stews like ghormeh sabzi and fesenjoon, is prepared to that standard.
Do you serve lunch and happy hour in Chelsea?
Yes. Lunch runs Monday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM, including a three-course lunch for $35. Shiraz Social, our happy hour, runs every day from 11:30 AM to 6 PM at bar seats, with specially priced drinks and select bites.
Do I need a reservation at Shiraz Kitchen Chelsea?
Reservations are recommended, especially for Friday and Saturday dinners, and you can book through OpenTable. Walk-ins are always welcome, and bar seats are a good bet for a glass from our 235+ wine cellar and a few mezze.
Can I book a private event in Chelsea?
Yes. Chelsea offers a semi-private space for up to 25 guests, and full buyouts are available. Minimums vary by date and event type. Email events@shirazkitchen.com with your date and group size and we will plan the menu with you.
Can I bring my own wine? Is there a corkage fee?
We do not offer corkage, so outside wine and liquor are not permitted. Our cellar holds 235+ wines chosen to pair with Persian food, and your server or our sommelier will gladly suggest a glass or bottle for the table.
Do you have vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free options?
Yes. The menu includes a selection of vegan small plates and several plant-based entrées, rooted in the herb-forward, vegetable-loving traditions of Persian and Mediterranean cooking, and many dishes are naturally gluten-free. Tell your server what you need and we will walk you through the menu.