Zeebah's Kabob House

56944 reviews

I agree with Mitra Youssefi's review. It was our first time eating Persian food and it was a delightful experience. We had 2 appetizers to start, (don't remember the names of the plates) rice wrapped in grape leaves which was tangy yet you taste a hint of cinnamon and lamb stew on top of crunchy rice which had a great flavor. Though the rice was a bit hard to chew, we manage to eat everything on top. For entrees, we chose the combination plate and the meat just melted in our mouths! The lamb/beef kabob was really delicious, the beef kabob was tender, and the chicken tasted like it was marinated with lemon or some citrus juice. All were very good. I also tried the rack of lamb, but it wasn't as tender as I would like it (medium done). For dessert, the rose water ice cream was yummy! Our waiter was very attentive and gave excellent suggestions. I know in the future, we'll go back again!

6 reviews

This is the best Persian place on the Peninsula. If you have never eaten Iranian (Persian) food, you must try Zeebah's. They are located in downtown San Mateo.For your first time you may want to try a combination plate of kabobs, like chelo kabob (a mix of beef and lamb)and one of the chicken kabobs. Definitely ask for an egg yolk for your rice. It will come to you raw, but I have never had a problem eating their eggs. Just mix it up in the rice and enjoy. On your second visit you may want to try the different stews available.Dessert is also wonderful here, like the ice cream or the rice pudding, both made with saffron and rose water.My family always eats here when we have reunions, because it is excellent, authentic Persian food.