A little about this place
About Shiraz Halifax
Shiraz Restaurant is a small Persian restaurant on Hollis Street in downtown Halifax. Its menu and official story focus on kebabs, saffron rice and Iranian stews flavoured with pomegranate, walnuts, dried lime, barberry, sumac and herbs. Look for koobideh, joojeh kebab, barg, fesenjan and ghormeh sabzi, along with wraps and catering. Expect a very compact, cozy and quiet room with table service and a warm owner-led welcome; it suits a relaxed meal more than a large spontaneous group.
Positive reviews praise the hospitality, saffron rice, comforting Persian flavours and reasonable prices. Critical reviews are divided on authenticity and repeatedly mention chewy or dry kebabs, small portions and occasional long waits. Google Maps lists a washroom and gender-neutral washroom, while parking information is mixed. No recurring washroom-cleanliness issue appeared in the sample. The official site says Wednesdays are closed, which conflicts with HFP's stored schedule and should be corrected.
Signature dishes
- Koobideh kebab
- Joojeh kebab
- Barg kebab
- Saffron rice
- Fesenjan
- Ghormeh sabzi
HFP review summary
What diners mention
Research updated ·
4.2 / 5281 Google reviews · saved total
Saved ratings and review totals may have changed.
Rating breakdown at this snapshot
- 5 stars
184 184 - 4 stars
33 33 - 3 stars
24 24 - 2 stars
10 10 - 1 star
30 30
What people enjoy
- Warm, personal service
- Cozy and quiet atmosphere
- Saffron rice receives specific praise
- Traditional Persian ingredients and stews
- Reasonable pricing noted by positive reviewers
Things to keep in mind
- Some diners find kebabs chewy or dry
- Authenticity opinions are sharply mixed
- Portions can feel small
- Service can be slow
Compiled by Halal Food Pass from public reviewer opinions. Experiences vary; these comments have not been independently verified.
Good to know before you go
What is Shiraz Halifax known for?
Shiraz Halifax's listed signature dishes include Koobideh kebab, Joojeh kebab, Barg kebab, Saffron rice.
What parking is available at Shiraz Halifax?
Listed facilities: both free and paid parking lots; availability and eligibility should be confirmed on arrival.
Where is Shiraz Halifax located?
Shiraz Halifax is at 1240 Hollis Street, Halifax. The listed neighbourhood is Hollis Street / Downtown Halifax. Use the directions link on this page for the route to this branch.
