Juicy meats
Shishlik is described as juicy and chewy, while lamb chops and lamb kebab are also praised for freshness.
Iran Zamin
Dubai Hills Estate
Iran Zamin is a Persian restaurant in Dubai Hills Estate, located in the mall food court. Reviews point to well-prepared grilled meats, especially koobideh and shishlik, with staff who often help diners choose from the menu.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
717 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Authentic flavours
Several diners describe the Iranian food as authentic, including one who said it reminded them of traditional meals in Iran.
Helpful guidance
Staff are often praised for explaining the menu and suggesting dishes based on a diner's preferences.
Generous portions
Some combination meals are described as large enough for sharing, while another review found portions more than enough for one person.
Fresh ingredients
Reviews repeatedly mention fresh food and good-quality meat, including a large shrimp portion and juicy meats.
Mild seasoning
One diner particularly liked that the food had strong flavour without being spicy.
What to Eat at Iran Zamin How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Iran Zamin, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Iran Zamin, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 1
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Lamb chop Net +2
“Lamb chop and lamb is great choice. i highly recommended”
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Review excerpts
“Lamb chop and lamb is great choice. i highly recommended”May 2026
“Very tasty food I love that it's always fresh 10/10 Enjoyed the lamb chops and lamb kebab”April 2026
Honorable mentions (15)
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Berry pulao Net +1
“They offer some few kebabs to customers to try and choose, I was helped by the staff and finally agreed to buy the mixed platter with berry pulao The food is tasty and with coming back for more”
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Review excerpts
“They offer some few kebabs to customers to try and choose, I was helped by the staff and finally agreed to buy the mixed platter with berry pulao The food is tasty and with coming back for more”November 2025
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Chicken koobideh Net +1
“The Chicken Koobideh, in particular, is a must-try, with its flavorful, tender chicken and perfectly grilled texture.”
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Review excerpts
“The Chicken Koobideh, in particular, is a must-try, with its flavorful, tender chicken and perfectly grilled texture.”October 2024
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Chops Net +1
“We had an amazing experience at the Iranian restaurant! The combo food we ordered was absolutely the best and didn't disappoint us in the slightest. The chops and kebabs were perfectly cooked—tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The rice was also a standout, well-cooked, fluffy, and complemented the meats beautifully. The overall meal was satisfying, offering authentic Iranian flavors. If you're looking for a delicious and fulfilling dining experience, this place is a must-visit!”
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Review excerpts
“We had an amazing experience at the Iranian restaurant! The combo food we ordered was absolutely the best and didn't disappoint us in the slightest. The chops and kebabs were perfectly cooked—tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The rice was also a standout, well-cooked, fluffy, and complemented the meats beautifully. The overall meal was satisfying, offering authentic Iranian flavors. If you're looking for a delicious and fulfilling dining experience, this place is a must-visit!”October 2024
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Fattaush salad Net +1
“Fattaush salad was good.”
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Review excerpts
“Fattaush salad was good.”May 2023
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Ghorme sabzi Net +1
“If ur having a bad day, just go for ghorme sabzi at Iran zamin, things will get better 👍🏽👍🏽🙏🏽 recommend”
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Review excerpts
“If ur having a bad day, just go for ghorme sabzi at Iran zamin, things will get better 👍🏽👍🏽🙏🏽 recommend”February 2026
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Kaboodeh Net +1
“I recently visited Iran Zamin Restaurant and tried their Kaboodeh Combo, which was absolutely fantastic. The Kaboodeh was perfectly grilled, juicy, and full of flavor—definitely the star of the meal. The rice, however, could have used more seasoning to elevate the dish, as it was a bit plain on its own. The hummus, though creamy, didn’t stand out much—it felt pretty standard compared to other places. Overall, the Kaboodeh Combo was a delicious experience, and I’d recommend it for anyone looking for a great grilled meat dish.”
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Review excerpts
“I recently visited Iran Zamin Restaurant and tried their Kaboodeh Combo, which was absolutely fantastic. The Kaboodeh was perfectly grilled, juicy, and full of flavor—definitely the star of the meal. The rice, however, could have used more seasoning to elevate the dish, as it was a bit plain on its own. The hummus, though creamy, didn’t stand out much—it felt pretty standard compared to other places. Overall, the Kaboodeh Combo was a delicious experience, and I’d recommend it for anyone looking for a great grilled meat dish.”April 2025
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Kaboodeh combo Net +1
“I recently visited Iran Zamin Restaurant and tried their Kaboodeh Combo, which was absolutely fantastic. The Kaboodeh was perfectly grilled, juicy, and full of flavor—definitely the star of the meal. The rice, however, could have used more seasoning to elevate the dish, as it was a bit plain on its own. The hummus, though creamy, didn’t stand out much—it felt pretty standard compared to other places. Overall, the Kaboodeh Combo was a delicious experience, and I’d recommend it for anyone looking for a great grilled meat dish.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I recently visited Iran Zamin Restaurant and tried their Kaboodeh Combo, which was absolutely fantastic. The Kaboodeh was perfectly grilled, juicy, and full of flavor—definitely the star of the meal. The rice, however, could have used more seasoning to elevate the dish, as it was a bit plain on its own. The hummus, though creamy, didn’t stand out much—it felt pretty standard compared to other places. Overall, the Kaboodeh Combo was a delicious experience, and I’d recommend it for anyone looking for a great grilled meat dish.”April 2025
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Kobideh Net +1
“Kobideh and boneless is one of my favorite dish . It's good for my baby. Must try.”
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Review excerpts
“Kobideh and boneless is one of my favorite dish . It's good for my baby. Must try.”May 2026
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Lamb kebab Net +1
“Very tasty food I love that it's always fresh 10/10 Enjoyed the lamb chops and lamb kebab”
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Review excerpts
“Very tasty food I love that it's always fresh 10/10 Enjoyed the lamb chops and lamb kebab”April 2026
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Mixed platter Net +1
“They offer some few kebabs to customers to try and choose, I was helped by the staff and finally agreed to buy the mixed platter with berry pulao The food is tasty and with coming back for more”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“They offer some few kebabs to customers to try and choose, I was helped by the staff and finally agreed to buy the mixed platter with berry pulao The food is tasty and with coming back for more”November 2025
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Mixture of bread, cheese, walnut & vegetables Net +1
“You can taste the iranian delicious food here 😋😍 good service and their mixture of bread, cheese, walnut & vegetables as a starter is fabulous 👌”
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Review excerpts
“You can taste the iranian delicious food here 😋😍 good service and their mixture of bread, cheese, walnut & vegetables as a starter is fabulous 👌”October 2025
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Shishlik Net +1
“I bought the Koobideh and the Shishlik and they were both very good quality meat . The Shishlik(ribs) was juicy and chewy just how I like it and I had it with a side dish of rice wich was nice a buttery .”
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Review excerpts
“I bought the Koobideh and the Shishlik and they were both very good quality meat . The Shishlik(ribs) was juicy and chewy just how I like it and I had it with a side dish of rice wich was nice a buttery .”January 2026
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Shrimp Net +1
“The shrimp is a large size and the portion is significant, the meats are juicy.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The shrimp is a large size and the portion is significant, the meats are juicy.”January 2025
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Staff meal Net +1
“Best options for staff meal. It contains huge plate of kebab along with yoghurt and soft drinks. Credit to the staff Dion.”
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Review excerpts
“Best options for staff meal. It contains huge plate of kebab along with yoghurt and soft drinks. Credit to the staff Dion.”April 2026
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Mix plate Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“I got the mix plate and the quantity was good. Just maybe for the price would be good for the meal to come with a drink.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
What to Avoid (3)
Food 3
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Ashe reshteh Net −1
“Ashe reshteh( persian noodle and herbs thick soup) was cold.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Ashe reshteh( persian noodle and herbs thick soup) was cold.”May 2023
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Meat kabab Net −1
“really non flavorful and cheap food. they substituted many ingredients to cheapest ones and it wasn't pleasant. the meat kabab also had chicken mixed in it.”
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Critical review excerpts
“really non flavorful and cheap food. they substituted many ingredients to cheapest ones and it wasn't pleasant. the meat kabab also had chicken mixed in it.”June 2026
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Zereshk polo ba morgh Net −2
“The Zereshk Polo ba Morgh was very average. Too much rice and not enough chicken, plus no sides were provided. Expected better for the price and reputation.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The Zereshk Polo ba Morgh was very average. Too much rice and not enough chicken, plus no sides were provided. Expected better for the price and reputation.”May 2026
“Great service but the food is absolutely terrible… couldn’t even eat half. Had Zereshk polo with morgh and the chicken tastes like it wasn’t cooked and tasteless… will never eat here again”December 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Try samples. Use the kebab samples at the counter before choosing; one diner used them to settle on a mixed platter with berry pulao.
Check sides. Ask whether yoghurt, drinks or other sides are included, as one review says yoghurt is charged separately and another wanted a drink included.
Check bread. If bread matters to you, confirm what will be served before ordering because menu images and the delivered bread were reported to differ.
Expect crowds. The Dubai Hills food court can be busy and its seats may be uncomfortable, so consider visiting outside the busiest periods.
Choose grilled. For a first order, grilled dishes are the safer bet: koobideh, shishlik and lamb chops receive particularly concrete praise.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Khail Rd
Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid, Dubai
Common Concerns
Price concerns
Several diners consider the food expensive for a mall food court, especially when sides or drinks are not included.
Uneven dishes
Zereshk Polo ba Morgh received criticism for having too much rice, too little chicken and no sides.
Bread mismatch
Some reviews say sandwiches and requested bread came with Lebanese bread rather than the Iranian bread shown or expected.
Disposable plates
One diner felt the styrofoam plates did not match the quality of the food and asked for paper alternatives.
Slow service
Although many recent reviews describe quick service, an earlier diner reported a slow experience.
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The Bottom Line
Iran Zamin is a Persian restaurant in the Dubai Hills Estate mall food court, and its strongest reviews centre on grilled meat. Koobideh, shishlik, lamb chops and lamb kebab are the dishes most likely to satisfy someone looking for a substantial Iranian meal. One diner called the shishlik juicy and chewy, while another found the Kaboodeh Combo perfectly grilled and full of flavour.
The experience is convenient rather than intimate: you are eating in a busy food-court setting, and one review found the seating uncomfortable. Service is usually described as friendly, attentive and quick, with staff explaining the menu and making suggestions for diners who are unsure what to order. Combination plates can be generous enough to share, though portion and value opinions are not consistent.
Pricing is the main caution. Some customers feel it is high for a food court, and yoghurt, drinks or sides may cost extra. Zereshk Polo ba Morgh drew criticism for having too much rice and too little chicken, while a few diners found the food bland or below expectations.
Bread is another detail worth checking, since reviews mention Lebanese bread being served instead of the Iranian bread shown on the menu.