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I went to this restaurant with my husband. the place has an amazing family atmosphere to it. it is very small and cosy, however it was still buzzing. we ordered a package meal for two. the food was amazing, you could taste the flavours and the freshness. it was generally an amazing meal. staff were friendly, and prices were extremely reasonable. i have been recommending this place to family and friends, since!

i must say that once you are inside a weary drowsiness hits you head on.but no matter because the food will certainly wake you up.
after your tongue tastes the first bite, all your dreams foods will be shoved one place down the list and number one will be replaced by shiraz.
the food is of high quality. not to mention heavenly and also not to dear.

Great place for any fan of Middle Eastern food, especially Iranian food. Iraqis love this place as it is closer to their food than Lebanese restaurants. The dough drink is superb (Salty/Soury Yogurty drink).

Downside, No Alcohol. Which discourages many of my English friends from attending.

Having said that, it serves the best Iranian food compared to other Iranian restaurants I've been in.

Have been to this place on several occasions, and have yet to not leave completely stuffed. Glorious food, and, while there isn't that much seating, if you come slightly before prime time, you will get a seat and quick service.

Would recommend to anybody.

A lovely small place to eat. vary tasty food make a nice change from normal kebabs you get. Seating was a bit tight. Very nice naan breads.

Ever keen to sample unfamiliar foods from varied cultures, I enjoyed an excellent meal at this buzzing little restaurant last night (an extremely busy Wednesday). I was accompanied by three friends, one of whom is Persian and thus acted as our guide on the menu and etiquette. We decided to forego the starters as our friend/guide warned us the main courses were colossal. Here there was a good choice of kebabs, salads, fish dishes and what they call 'Iranian Specialities' (some of which could be served either with meat or as vegetarian dishes). I plumped (and emphasis - after eating it - would be on the 'plump') for the Chello Khoresht Ghorme Sabzi: not quite a curry, but a beautiful lamb stew swimming in split beans, tomatoes and lime, served with a vast heap of rice. Just the ticket on a grey autumn evening. We shared a stack of Iranian naan bread by way of further accompaniment. We also shared a jug of dough, a yummy yogurt drink containing mint, which I found very refreshing but have to say received a mixed reaction round the table (probably an acquired taste). For dessert, myself and one friend opted for the saffron ice cream - again served in mountainous proportions - which was a glorious shade of 'eat me' yellow and lusciously refreshing. The other two girls shared a plate of baklava, a very sweet little pastry containing chopped nuts and honey, and a pot of Iranian tea. I did sample a drop of the latter, and am afraid I have to employ a toe-curling pun by describing this beverage as not my cup of tea (ouch)! (As a point of reference, this tea is served without milk, and it is considered the norm and not slobbish in Persian society to pour it into the saucer and drink thus!) The bill, split four ways, came to a very reasonable £14 each including tip. But then since Shiraz isn't licensed - neither are diners permitted to bring their own alcohol - there are no wines or spirits to pump up the price, as can be the case. One downside is that, travelling in from Sutton Coldfield, the place isn't the most convenient to get to unless you're prepared to splurge out for a taxi. I know this isn't the restaurant's 'fault' as such, but thought I would mention it since I am reviewing the evening as a whole. Being just out of the city centre, on Hagley Road - close to the Five Ways island - Shiraz isn't mega accessible by train, and my friend who drove had to park in a side road a good 10-15 minute walk away (which wasn't overly pleasant in the dark). Having said that, on the strength of my first visit, I feel the quality of the food is worth a taxi fare!

Authentic Iranian cuisine; very flavoursome and well presented. Quick, courteous service. Large portions too !!

When you miss Iran, you can go to Shiraz restaurant, with so delicious food, welcoming manager & friendly place. I took my wedding party there, we had so nice time I never forget it. I recommend it to everyone who wants to enjoy food & know real taste of food.

I recommend them to every lover of Persian food. The only problem was that the service was a bit slow. It did however improve when the manger arrived and started managing! The place is a bit cluttered and would certainly benefit from redecoration.

Had a nice starter of mix mezze including a nice hummus and aubergine dips. The Shiraz bread was very nice too the manager was very polite giving us free tasters such as pickles and baklava. Only downside no segregation for smokers and non-smokers.

A traditional atmospheric IRANIAN restaurant, which was a nice change from the usual Balti or Tandoori, which Birmingham is famous for! We were able to enjoy our meal and leaving sober! (As the restaurant has a no alcohol policy) worth returning to in the future.