Shiraz is an Iranian and Middle Eastern restaurant at 7 Maskell Street in St Heliers, Auckland. Its menu is built around kebabs, saffron and Persian rice dishes, with the Moraasa Polo, saffron basmati with tender meat, pistachios and barberries, among the specialities. Starters include falafel, hummus with warm pita, marinated olives and cheese, and chef's dips such as charcoal-broiled eggplant. There are also free-range marinated chicken wings with fries. Wines are served alongside the food. The restaurant is open Saturday and Sunday from 12pm to 9pm, and Wednesday to Friday from 5pm to 9pm, and is closed on Monday and Tuesday. Shiraz also delivers through DoorDash.
Customers say the saffron dishes are the highlight, with bold aromas and flavours, and praise the warm, attentive service. The restaurant has a newsletter for updates and special offers. Our pick in St Heliers for a saffron-rich Persian dinner.