Serving Abbotsford & the Fraser Valley

Authentic Persian Restaurant
Near Abbotsford, BC

The Fraser Valley's finest Persian dining is worth the drive. Taste of Persia in Maple Ridge is the go-to destination for Abbotsford residents craving genuine Iranian cuisine — homemade kabobs, slow-cooked stews, saffron rice, and a weekend Persian breakfast that people drive from across the region to experience.

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Taste of Persia – Persian Restaurant near Abbotsford BC
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Authentic Persian food at Taste of Persia near Abbotsford BC
Welcome from Abbotsford

The Persian Dining Experience the Fraser Valley Has Been Waiting For

If you're in Abbotsford and searching for truly authentic Persian cuisine, Taste of Persia in Maple Ridge is your destination. We understand the drive is longer than a quick trip across town — and we promise it's worth every kilometre. Our guests from Abbotsford are some of our most loyal, and they'll tell you the same thing.

We're a family-run Iranian restaurant where every dish is made the way it would be in a Persian home — with patience, fresh ingredients, and generations of culinary tradition behind it. From charcoal-grilled kabobs and aromatic slow-cooked stews to freshly baked tanoori bread pulled straight from our in-house oven, the food speaks for itself.

We're at 20757 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge, BC — reachable from Abbotsford via Highway 1 west and the Lougheed Hwy. corridor. Open 7 days a week for dine-in, takeout, and catering.

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Why Choose Us

Why Abbotsford Residents Make the Trip to Taste of Persia

When our Abbotsford guests are asked why they drive to Maple Ridge for Persian food, they all say the same thing — there's simply nothing like it closer to home.

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Fresh Ingredients Daily

We use fresh herbs, quality meats, and hand-selected spices. Everything is prepared the day it's served — no shortcuts.

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Homemade Recipes

Every dish follows authentic Iranian recipes — the same ones enjoyed in Persian homes for centuries. Nothing is from a box.

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Warm Hospitality

Persian culture is built on generosity and welcome. You'll feel that from the moment you walk in the door.

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100% Halal

All our meats are halal-certified. We also offer vegetarian-friendly options and can accommodate most dietary needs.

Our Signature Dishes

The Persian Dishes Abbotsford Keeps Coming Back For

From saffron-kissed grilled kabobs to slow-braised lamb and aromatic rice — here's what draws our Abbotsford guests across the Fraser Valley time and again.

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Koobideh Kabab

Most Popular

Hand-seasoned ground beef and lamb, shaped onto wide skewers and charcoal-grilled to juicy perfection. Served with saffron rice and grilled tomatoes.

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Joojeh Kabab

Fan Favourite

Tender saffron and lemon-marinated chicken kabob, grilled over open flame. Bright, fragrant, and irresistibly juicy.

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Barg & Chenjeh

Premium Cut

Filet mignon (Barg) and marinated lamb fillet (Chenjeh) — our premium kabob selections for those who want the very best Persian grilling has to offer.

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Ghormeh Sabzi

Classic Stew

Iran's beloved herb stew — a deeply aromatic blend of dried herbs, kidney beans, and tender lamb, slow-cooked for hours. Served over fluffy saffron rice.

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Lamb Shank

Slow Cooked

Fall-off-the-bone braised lamb shank in a rich Persian spice sauce. A true comfort dish that takes hours of love to prepare.

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Fesenjan

Unique & Rich

Tender chicken in a luscious walnut and pomegranate molasses sauce — sweet, tangy, and utterly unforgettable. A true jewel of Persian cuisine.

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Saffron Rice

House Specialty

Fragrant basmati rice delicately seasoned with real Persian saffron, served alongside every main dish. Our Zereshk polo (barberry rice) is equally stunning.

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Fresh Tanoori Bread

Baked In-House

Our bread is baked fresh in our in-house tanoori oven — thin, slightly crispy, and warm. It's the kind of bread that makes everything taste better.

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Persian Tea

Traditional

No Persian meal is complete without a cup of fragrant black tea. Served in a traditional glass with sugar cubes — the perfect end to a perfect meal.

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Saturdays & Sundays Only

Persian Weekend Breakfast — A Morning Worth the Drive

Every Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, we serve a full traditional Persian morning spread — and it's one of the most unique breakfast experiences in all of BC. For our Abbotsford guests, this is often what starts the conversation: "I drove to Maple Ridge just for the Persian breakfast, and now I go back every week."

Plan your visit around a Sunday morning and make a day of it — enjoy a slow, authentic Persian breakfast at Taste of Persia, then explore the Maple Ridge area before heading back along the Fraser Valley.

Halim (wheat & meat porridge)
Nimroo Persian Omelette
Kaleh Pacheh
Cream with Wild Honey
Fresh Tanoori Bread
Saffron Persian Tea
Kaleh Pacheh – Traditional Persian breakfast near Abbotsford BC
Kaleh Pacheh
Weekend tradition
Nimroo Persian Omelette near Abbotsford BC
Nimroo Omelette
With fresh tanoori bread
Halim Persian breakfast near Abbotsford BC
Halim
Slow-cooked wheat & meat porridge
Lunch & Dinner

A Full Persian Dining Experience

Our lunch and dinner menu is available every day of the week. Whether you're dining in as a family, ordering takeout for the office, or planning a group celebration, Taste of Persia can accommodate you with ease.

We specialize in generous Persian platters — great for sharing — as well as individual meals, children's options, and full-service catering. The restaurant has a warm, relaxed atmosphere that's perfect for everything from a first date to a large family dinner.

  • Family-Style Dining

    Large platters, kabob combos, and full rice dishes perfect for the whole family — a great reason to make the trip from Abbotsford.

  • Call Ahead from Abbotsford

    Place your order by phone before you leave Abbotsford — your food will be fresh and ready when you arrive. Most orders ready in 15–25 minutes.

  • Fraser Valley Catering

    Corporate events, weddings, and celebrations. We provide Persian catering across the Fraser Valley including Abbotsford with advance notice.

Hours of Operation

Monday11 AM – 9 PM
Tue – Thu11 AM – 10 PM
Friday11 AM – 11 PM
Saturday8 AM – 11 PM Breakfast
Sunday8 AM – 8 PM Breakfast
Holidays12 PM – 8 PM
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Getting Here from Abbotsford

A Fraser Valley Drive Worth Every Minute

Directions from Abbotsford, BC

From Abbotsford, Taste of Persia is approximately a 50 to 60 minute drive depending on traffic. The most straightforward route is via Trans-Canada Hwy. (Hwy 1) westbound from Abbotsford toward Langley, then north on 232 St across the Golden Ears Bridge into Pitt Meadows, and east on Lougheed Hwy. (Hwy 7) into Maple Ridge. Alternatively, take Hwy 1 west to Hwy 7 (Lougheed Hwy.) and follow it east directly to our restaurant.

  • Our Address
    20757 Lougheed Hwy.
    Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2R2
  • Call Us
    (778) 504-5003
  • Free Parking

    Free parking is available in front of and behind the restaurant. Overflow parking next door on busy weekends.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions from our guests making the trip from Abbotsford and the Fraser Valley.

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Taste of Persia is located in Maple Ridge, approximately 50 to 60 minutes from Abbotsford depending on traffic and route. The most common route is via Trans-Canada Hwy. (Hwy 1) westbound, then north via the Golden Ears Bridge and east on Lougheed Hwy. (Hwy 7) to Maple Ridge. Our Abbotsford guests consistently say the drive is absolutely worth it — and many make it a regular weekend outing.
The most popular route from Abbotsford is to take Trans-Canada Hwy. (Hwy 1) westbound toward Langley, then head north on 232 St and cross the Golden Ears Bridge into Pitt Meadows. From there, follow Lougheed Hwy. (Hwy 7) east into Maple Ridge — our restaurant is at 20757 Lougheed Hwy. on the right. Google Maps will guide you directly to our door.
Yes — all of our meats are 100% halal-certified. For Abbotsford's halal-conscious community, Taste of Persia is one of the most trusted authentic Persian restaurants in the region. We take halal certification seriously and ensure every dish meets the standard. We also have vegetarian-friendly options for guests with other dietary needs.
Ask anyone who has made the trip — yes, absolutely. Our weekend Persian breakfast (served every Saturday and Sunday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM) is a one-of-a-kind experience in the Fraser Valley. It features Halim, Nimroo Omelette, Kaleh Pacheh, cream with wild honey, fresh tanoori bread baked in-house, and saffron Persian tea. It's the kind of morning you don't forget. Many Abbotsford guests combine it with a day trip to the Maple Ridge area.
Yes — we provide Persian catering across the Fraser Valley, including Abbotsford. Whether it's a corporate lunch, a wedding reception, a birthday celebration, or a community event, we can bring authentic Persian cuisine to your Abbotsford venue with advance notice. Our corporate deal offers Koobideh or Joojeh Kabab for just $16.99 per person including a free drink. Call us at (778) 504-5003 to discuss your event.
Three things set us apart: authenticity, quality, and hospitality. Every dish is made from scratch using genuine Iranian recipes and fresh daily ingredients — nothing frozen, nothing from a box. We're 100% halal-certified, we serve a rare traditional Persian weekend breakfast, and we have a 4.9-star Google rating from 400+ reviews. Our Abbotsford guests tell us they've tried other Persian restaurants closer to home, but keep coming back to us because the quality and experience simply can't be matched.
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Authentic Persian Cuisine Near Abbotsford

A scenic Fraser Valley drive, a warm Persian welcome, and a table full of homemade Iranian food. Make the trip — you won't regret it.

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