Arya Steakhouse

Palo Alto, CA

DiRoNA Since Badge silver 2026

Arya Steakhouse

Palo Alto, CA

DiRoNA Since Badge silver 2026

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Welcome to Arya Steakhouse, where Persian tradition and fine American steakhouse standards converge to deliver a dining experience of rare distinction. Arya invites you into an elegant world of warm hospitality, refined décor, and a menu that strikes a balance between bold Middle Eastern flavors and premium cuts of beef. Whether you come for a romantic dinner, a celebratory gathering, or to explore unexpected flavor harmonies, you’ll find a setting that feels both intimate and elevated.

From your first glance at the menu, you’ll sense Arya’s ambition to transcend the ordinary. All meats are halal and aged in-house, including signature items such as the aged ribeye, filet mignon, lamb chops, and barg kabob. Starters and mezze offerings bring Persian flair to the fore—think pomegranate-glazed meatballs, borani eggplant dip, saffron rice accents, and a chilled seafood tower to share. For sides, the menu carries classic accompaniments as well as Persian rice varieties infused with barberries, lentils, or orange peel.

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The wine and cocktail program stands as an essential partner to the cuisine. Arya presents a thoughtfully curated wine list drawing from both domestic and international producers, designed to harmonize with both beef and nuanced Persian dishes. Creative cocktails and mocktails also help shape the mood of the evening, giving you the chance to toast over something unexpected before the main event.

Service at Arya is driven by Persian hospitality and attention to detail. The staff are trained to guide guests through the menu and beverage pairings, helping you select flavors you might not otherwise choose. Private dining is available in dedicated rooms for gatherings up to 30 guests plus a chef’s table, perfect for for intimate celebrations, business dinners, or special occasions that call for a personalized touch. Such spaces offer privacy without compromising access to the refined ambiance and full service of the main dining floor.

The restaurant interior is warm and inviting, with Persian tapestries, ambient lighting, and careful finishing details lending an understated elegance. Reviews frequently praise the presentation and overall environment, noting that every dish feels celebratory. Whether at a quiet table for two or in one of the private salons, your senses are engaged at every turn—flavor, aroma, sight, sound.