Arya Steakhouse - Palo Alto

4.7

1238 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Romantic

Welcome to ARYA in Palo Alto, a place we call home. Arya is about a warm ambiance, and many choices whether you love Steak or Persian Cuisine. Arya features seafood, steaks, chicken, and kebabs, cooked to order, the best in Persian cuisine. We feature a fine selection of California and Italian wines. Delicious cakes and desserts, for every event, from our Baklava to our Persian style Ice cream and Pistachio ice cream. For business and special celebrations, we love to make you feel special in our home. You will be comfortable in business or dressy casual attire, enjoying our elegant environment. You will enjoy service from our warm and friendly staff.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Middle Eastern, Persian
Hours of operation
Sat, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 304-3119
Website
http://www.aryasteakhouse.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Mike Hashemi
Catering
We offer Catering for all your special occasions. Whether it is just appetizers, our delicious kebabs, pasta specialties, or seafood. Let us handle all of the details from setup to making every detail a memorable one. We offer many specialties from our Persian Menu and Steaks. We also do corporate delivery.
Private party facilities
Enjoy your event, in an elegant ambiance, bar room, or our chef table and private dining areas to choose from. We have both sit-down packages as well as family-style menus, our menu included delicious vegetarian options, exotic Persian Cuisine ∧ Fine Steaks.
Private party contact
Fera: (650) 304-3119

Location
140 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Neighborhood
Palo Alto
Cross street
High Street
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Caltrain Palo Alto Station
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Popular dishes

Bread Basket$9.00
assortment of our homemade bread, cilantro chutney, butter
Dungeness Crab Cake$22.00
dungeness crab, remoulade, baby frisee, caperberry
Pistachio Meatballs$16.00
beef meatballs in pinot noir pomegranate sauce
Steak Tartare$23.00
Minced filet mignon, capers, onion, pomegranate glaze, crostini, egg
Herbed Bone Marrow$22.00
mix greens, parmesan, crostini
Calamari$18.00
shishitos pepper, roasted red pepper sauce
Hummus$12.00
chickpeas, garlic, lemon, evoo, kalamata olives
Sambosa$14.00
Puff Pastry filled with fresh herbs, and potatoes
Borani Bademjan$14.00
eggplant-yogurt dip, onions, mint oil
Vegetarian Mezze Platter$29.00
hummus, borani, falafel, samosa
Falafel$12.00
Homemade falafel with chutney sauce
Panir Sabzi$19.00
fresh herbs, walnuts, radish, tomato, cucumber, feta
Mast o Khiar$11.00
yogurt & cucumber dip
Mast o Moussier$12.00
yogurt & shallot dip
Caviar Service
golden osetra, cream, potato blinis, classic condiments
- M.k

Arya's Seafood Tower

Create your own selection of fresh, chilled shellfish presented on our signature iced seafood tower. Fresh Seafood Selection

Colossal Crab Lump Cocktail$28.00
Dungeness Crab Legs
- ea$28.00
Lobster Cocktail$38.00
Shrimp Cocktail$26.00
Oysters
- ½ Dz$28.00

Soup, Salad, Burger, Pizza

Ash Reshteh Soup$12.00
noodles, veggies, pinto beans, whey, garlic, mint
Caesar Salad$16.00
croutons, parmesan cheese
Beet Salad$18.00
beets, feta, walnuts, herbs, balsamic vinaigrette
Heirloom Tomato Salad$19.00
burrata, green, balsamic reduction, basil vinaigrette
Cream of Mushroom$12.00
cheese crostini
Persian "Shirazi" Salad$13.00
tomato, Persian cucumber, onion, lemon dressing
Arya Burger$24.00
pesto mayo, frisee, caramelized onion, cheddar, fries

Kabobs & Combinations

Kabobs are served with basmati & saffron-scented rice and grilled tomato. All Kabobs are Halal Meat and gluten-free. Substitute flavored rice: $6 supplement (Adas Polo, Shirin Polo, Baghali Polo, Zereshk Polo)

Boneless Chicken Kabob$29.00
Chicken Bone-In Kabob$35.00
24 oz cornish game hen
Chicken Koobideh Kabob$29.00
2 skewers of ground chicken
Beef Koobideh$29.00
2 skewers of ground sirloin
Barg Kabob$37.00
filet mignon
Boneless Lamb Kabob$39.00
lamb tenderloin
Shish Liek (Lamb Chops) Persian Style$45.00
Salmon Shish Kabob$38.00
with dill and fava bean basmati rice
Shrimp Kabob$36.00
with dill and fava bean basmati rice
Soltani Kabob$45.00
Barg and Koobideh combo
Chicken & Beef Combo$35.00
boneless chicken, beef koobideh
Koobideh Combo$29.00
one ground beef, one ground chicken
Boneless Lamb (Tenderloin) & Beef Koobideh Combo$45.00

Enhancements

Lobster Tail 7oz$38.00
Dungeness Crab$24.00
4 Garlic Butter Shrimp$18.00
2 Scallop$18.00

Steak

We feature USDA Prime Certified Angus Beef, Aged and cut in-house, seasoned with our custom steak rub. Served with roasted potatoes, red wine bordelaise sauce, fresh roasted garlic (you can substitute for herb butter sauce) All Steaks are Halal

Ribeye
- 14 Oz$55.00
Dry Aged Ribeye
- 14 Oz$65.00
Cowboy Ribeye
- 24 Oz$79.00
NY Steak
- 12 Oz$49.00
Bone-In-Ny
- 18 Oz$65.00
Petite Filet Mignon
- 6 Oz$40.00
Filet Mignon
- 8 Oz$50.00
Lamb Rack
- 16 Oz$55.00
Tomahawk
- 48 Oz$149.00
Wagyu
- M.K

Sharables & Sides

Twice Baked Potato$10.00
crispy shell, filled with garlic mashed potato, cheddar
Herbed Wild Mushrooms$12.00
crimini, shimeji, fresh garlic, herbs
Adas Polo$12.00
basmati rice, lentils, dates, raisins
Baghali Polo$12.00
basmati rice, dill weed, lima beans
Shirin Polo$12.00
basmati rice, almonds, pistachios, orange peels
Zereshk Polo$12.00
basmati rice, barberries
Creamy Gnocchi$24.00
potato gnocchi, cream sauce
Mac & Cheese$15.00
campanelle pasta, 5-cheese blend
Truffle Fries$12.00
parmesan cheese, garlic, truffle oil
Sweet Potato Fries$10.00
honey mustard sauce
French Fries$9.00
Sauteed Spinach$9.00
baby spinach, fresh garlic, parmesan
Garlic Mashed Potato$9.00
russet potatoes, fresh garlic, parmesan
Seasonal Vegetables$12.00
Side Rice$8.00

Specialty Entrees & Persian Stews

Seafood Paella$38.00
saffron rice, prawns, jumbo scallops, mussels, chicken chorizo
Red Velvet Salmon$36.00
garlic mashed potato, spinach, cherry reduction sauce
Pollo Firenze$35.00
chicken breast filled with spinach, cheeses served with mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, lemon cream sauce
Creamy Crab Gnocchi$46.00
Dungeness crab, potato gnocchi, cream sauce
Braised Lamb Shank$29.00
Baghali Polo: dill weed, lima beans, basmati rice
Vegetarian Tower$26.00
mushroom, spinach, eggplant, tomato, rice, saffron yogurt
Fesenjoon$28.00
pomegranate-walnut stew, chicken, rice (available vegetarian)
Ghormeh Sabzi$27.00
sauteed herb stew, beef, dried limes, kidney beans, rice (available Vegetarian)
Gheimeh Bademjan$26.00
Eggplant, Lentil, beef with baby fries, rice (available Vegetarian)

What 1,238 people are saying

Arya Steakhouse - Palo Alto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Arya Steakhouse in Palo Alto offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "great service." The steak, particularly the tomahawk and ribeye, is frequently praised for being "cooked perfectly." The Persian dishes add a unique twist, and the atmosphere is both intimate and welcoming. Highly recommended for special occasions.

1,238 Reviews

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jason
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is truly exceptional! The food was absolutely delicious, with the lamb kebabs standing out as my personal favorite. The dessert was equally delightful, and every aspect of the experience—from the warm and welcoming staff to the inviting atmosphere—was outstanding. My kids had a fantastic time, making it a great spot for families as well. For coffee lovers, I highly recommend the iced Turkish coffee—it was phenomenal. The cocktails were expertly crafted, and the sweet-and-sour prawns were simply incredible. Every dish was a perfect 10 out of 10. A huge thank you to Mike and Fera for an unforgettable dining experience. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great food, great vibes, and top-notch hospitality!
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JumanaB
San Francisco7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had great time! Love the respectful service and the early seating !
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Irene
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went here to celebrate my birthday with my family. Food was amazing and you get very good portions. Will definitely be going back.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My group dined at Arya Steakhouse to celebrate a mix of celebrations. We had a phenomenal experience and will return in the future. Managing the reservation was hassle free, as the restaurant staff are attentive and work hard to ensure an amazing experience. The food was absolutely delicious, and our server Edwin was thorough, patient, and knowledgeable. Arya also excelled at all the smaller details as well, and was very generous with helping us with our cake cutting and presentation. A huge thanks to the Arya team for this experience, highly endorse them for your next intimate dinner or group celebration.
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Kathy
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went to Arya as a work dinner and to enjoy their amazing Persian food. We chose the Lamb shanks, Chicken & Beef combos, Pistachio Meatballs, Eggplant Dip, Bread and Feta Cheese platter.. and it was all delicious. We ended with the Persian ice cream that came incased in an ice sculpture. Loved it all and we'll definitely return!
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shanton
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on March 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One thing that stood out and the biggest thing to my girlfriend and I was the customer service. The customer service was outstanding above and beyond. Our waiter, Max was so attentive and made sure we was taken care of properly our hostess checked on us multiple times and suggested the lamb chops, which were amazing. We will be back.
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JOHN VIP
Central Coast2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tables are very close together. Otherwise it was great
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Julianne VIP
San Francisco12 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The hummus and spreadable eggplant dip appetizers were excellent. Our family ordered the tomahawk steak and were astounded at the deliciousness - could be best steak ever. We also ordered a ribeye (excellent) and a kabob (that person was disappointed he didn't order a steak...but satisfied). We will return - could be our new go-to steakhouse!
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Shani VIP
Sacramento13 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
My partner and I came to Arya to celebrate our anniversary. Max was a great server. The drinks - specifically, the smoky and bonded old fashioned, was fantastic. We had the Dungeness crab cake appetizer, the shirazi salad, the dry aged ribeye with the garlic butter sauce, and the red velvet salmon. It was ALL delicious. We left full and very happy. Also took a piece of baklava cheesecake to go, and it was yummy an hour later. Highly recommend.
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Shareef
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience for our Anniversary. Food was great and arrived promptly. Our server Miguel did a great job as well. Decor looks really good for a upscale steakhouse. Overall very good experience.
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FAQs

Arya Steakhouse - Palo Alto does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Uber Eats. Arya Steakhouse - Palo Alto also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 304-3119.

Arya Steakhouse - Palo Alto is rated 4.7 stars by 1238 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Arya Steakhouse - Palo Alto

140 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
High Street
Neighborhood
Palo Alto
Hours of operation
Sat, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Middle Eastern, Persian
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Caltrain Palo Alto Station
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Mike Hashemi
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.aryasteakhouse.com/
Phone number
(650) 304-3119
Catering
We offer Catering for all your special occasions. Whether it is just appetizers, our delicious kebabs, pasta specialties, or seafood. Let us handle all of the details from setup to making every detail a memorable one. We offer many specialties from our Persian Menu and Steaks. We also do corporate delivery.
Private party facilities
Enjoy your event, in an elegant ambiance, bar room, or our chef table and private dining areas to choose from. We have both sit-down packages as well as family-style menus, our menu included delicious vegetarian options, exotic Persian Cuisine ∧ Fine Steaks.
Private party contact
Fera: (650) 304-3119

Arya Steakhouse - Palo Alto

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Front room

Main Dining Room

Corner Semi Private Area

Front Bar Area

Executive Room

Custom inquiry

NY Steak

Ribeye

Cowboy Ribeye

Appetizers

Bread Basket$9.00

Dungeness Crab Cake$22.00

Pistachio Meatballs$16.00

Steak Tartare$23.00

Herbed Bone Marrow$22.00

Calamari$18.00

Hummus$12.00

Sambosa$14.00

Borani Bademjan$14.00

Vegetarian Mezze Platter$29.00

Falafel$12.00

Panir Sabzi$19.00

Mast o Khiar$11.00

Mast o Moussier$12.00

Caviar Service

Arya's Seafood Tower

Colossal Crab Lump Cocktail$28.00

Dungeness Crab Legs

Lobster Cocktail$38.00

Shrimp Cocktail$26.00

Oysters

Soup, Salad, Burger, Pizza

Ash Reshteh Soup$12.00

Caesar Salad$16.00

Beet Salad$18.00

Heirloom Tomato Salad$19.00

Cream of Mushroom$12.00

Persian "Shirazi" Salad$13.00

Arya Burger$24.00

Kabobs & Combinations

Boneless Chicken Kabob$29.00

Chicken Bone-In Kabob$35.00

Chicken Koobideh Kabob$29.00

Beef Koobideh$29.00

Barg Kabob$37.00

Boneless Lamb Kabob$39.00

Shish Liek (Lamb Chops) Persian Style$45.00

Salmon Shish Kabob$38.00

Shrimp Kabob$36.00

Soltani Kabob$45.00

Chicken & Beef Combo$35.00

Koobideh Combo$29.00

Boneless Lamb (Tenderloin) & Beef Koobideh Combo$45.00

Enhancements

Lobster Tail 7oz$38.00

Dungeness Crab$24.00

4 Garlic Butter Shrimp$18.00

2 Scallop$18.00

Steak

Ribeye

Dry Aged Ribeye

Cowboy Ribeye

NY Steak

Bone-In-Ny

Petite Filet Mignon

Filet Mignon

Lamb Rack

Tomahawk

Wagyu

Sharables & Sides

Twice Baked Potato$10.00

Herbed Wild Mushrooms$12.00

Adas Polo$12.00

Baghali Polo$12.00