Maydoon Restaurant

Maydoon is a midtown Sacramento culinary treasure of modern Persian cuisine. Its cozy yet charming atmosphere makes it a perfect choice for a date night out or with friends or family. I have experienced and thoroughly enjoyed dinner and lunch here. From the lovely special cocktails to the exceptional food, you will not be disappointed-you might even want to dine here regularly (I’m hooked). From the amazing Babaganoush to the koobideh and kabobs.; the modern take on specialty bowls designed to entertain your tastebuds, then the amazing green chutney (which they bottle and you can purchase to take home). You will be greeted kindly and fed well. Remember to make a reservation as it gets busy. Highly recommend.

I finally had a chance to try this Persian restaurant in downtown Sacramento on February 21st. Restaurant is very welcoming, We were warmly greeted upon entering and seated at a half booth and half chairs table against one of their walls near the windows. Our server was Santiago, he was great, very warm and welcoming, field it all of our questions about the menu very attentive to dietary restrictions. I had brought her a very nice bottle of champagne with me so they set us up with an ice bucket. We started with an order of Dolmeh and Tadigh. Both appetizers were excellent especially that Tadigh. I had the Soltani for my main and my companion head Lamb Shank. The Soltani was excellent or my companions lamb shank disappeared quickly. If you're in or around downtown Sacramento definitely take the time to visit this great restaurant.

Maydoon is one of those spots that makes downtown dining feel easy and exciting. The vibe is modern and warm, music at a happy hum, and the energy from the street spills right in. We started with mast-o-musir and warm pita, and it set the tone perfectly, creamy yogurt with that gentle shallot bite. From there the Sultani arrived glistening from the grill, juicy and well seasoned with that smoky char I love, paired with fluffy saffron rice and a roasted tomato that actually tastes like summer. The chicken breast with a side salad surprised me in the best way, tender and lemony with crisp greens and a bright house dressing. And the lamb shank was the showstopper, fall-off-the-bone in a rich tomato and turmeric broth that soaked into the rice just right. Service was kind and attentive, and the pacing let us linger without ever waiting on a thing. Delicious food, cool location, and a place I’d happily come back to for another round of that lamb shank and mast-o-musir.

Great atmosphere. Very lively. Staff was super friendly and food was absolutely fantastic. I ordered Maydoon Salad with shredded lamb.. Prices were typical, nothing crqzy. it was amazing. Keep up the good work.

Never disappoints! Consistent great quality and taste, and definitely one of the best Iranian restaurants in the area. The dishes are not necessarily made in an authentic traditional way, but taste great anyways. I really love the Meydoon bowl here!

Loved this place - the tahdig with khoresh was great, the ghormeh sabzi was the right level of juicy, the maast o khiar was on point, and the bastani sonnati was to die for. Great service too.

It was one of the most delicious meals we have had in a longggg time. We went in for lunch, and we are so glad we did. When you first walk in, the decor is beautiful, quiet, and super clean. But it was packed!! Come to find out, it was the last day of Ramadan, and it was the meet-up spot for families. The food..? Amazing. The favorite was definitely the chicken kabob. It was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The house dressing and green sauce, perfection. The falafel was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. 10/10 would definitely recommend stopping by. The ice cream was also a fan favorite for our table. If you're in the area, you should check it out.

After passing by this restaurant countless times, I finally decided to stop in for some authentic Persian food — and I’m so glad I did. From the first bite of the flavorful hummus to the perfectly seasoned shish kabobs, fluffy rice, and tender grilled vegetables, everything was served piping hot and incredibly fresh. The restaurant itself has a warm, welcoming ambiance and was spotless, down to the gleaming gold chandeliers. It’s clear that the owners take great pride in both their food and their space. I’ll definitely be returning for another delicious meal!

Well I finally came back to Maydoon for their Taste of Maydoon platter. Taste of Maydoon allows you to taste everything. There's a yogurt sauce, hummus, pitas, rice, protein of your choice, salad, grilled tomato and grilled pepper. It is so filling that it is usually both my lunch and dinner. I was surprised to find out that the price has dropped from $26 to $21. This is almost free. It's a huge plate of food and very tasty. It's beautiful to look at. The Mediterranean food here is better than any I have tried in the Bay area. If I live closer, I'd come here every week. I love the grilled chicken thigh. It's juicy and has a great flavor because it's been marinated. It's slightly charred from the grill. It is both slightly crunchy from the grill and yet incredibly juicy inside. They always grill it fresh so it is the hottest thing on your plate My husband had a different protein, he had Koobideh ground beef. You get a choice of ground beef or ground chicken. It wasn't too salty like another person said it was. To me, it was a bit bland. It tasted like a very tender and bland meatloaf. It's very pretty and has a nice shape. My husband liked the ground beef Koobideh but I prefer the chicken thighs. This place gets incredibly loud during a weekday. I highly recommend you come right when it opens at 11:00 a.m. By noon, the entire restaurant was full and extremely loud. As an introvert, it was a bit overwhelming for me to sit in the loud restaurant but when the food came, I was able to distract myself with the tasty food. Highly recommend this restaurant during the off hours.

We had reservations on Saturday night. We got seated immediately but it took about 15 minutes until our waitress attended to us. After that she was very attentive and the service was as good. We started off with the salad shirazi, mast e khiar, and khash bademjoon which were all delicious. They also brought out bread with the appetizers. Our dinner was good too but I feel like the Koobideh could have been better. We will definitely be back and overall recommend Maydoon to satisfy your Persian food craving!

Recommended by a friend Did not disappoint! Tasty Persian food They also offer family style if you have a few friends and ordered together Took a star off because of price... a little on the expensive side

I hadn't heard of Maydoon before seeing this restaurant on the Dine Downtown Sac 2026 list; I originally planned to eat off that menu. However, after looking at both menus, I decided to order off the normal menu. First, I need to mention the service, as the hostess was very off-putting. My husband had called for reservations at 6PM. Upon arrival, I let the hostess know we had reservations and she said, "Oh, you're early." She said it in such an unhappy tone, that I immediately checked the time...it was 5:56PM. After seeing we only arrived four minutes prior to our stated time, I was worried how the service would be here. Fortunately, our waitress was genuinely friendly. However, she did fail to check in on us, refill our waters, and brought the check out before asking if we wanted dessert (which I did). She was helpful when ordering though, so overall it was fine. I ordered the Maydoon Bowl with a side of Green Salad. (The waitress was kind enough to point out the bowl already came with Shirazi Salad so I added the Green Salad rather than the Shirazi.) My meal was delicious - very flavorful and filling! I had the Combo (a scoop of Persian ice cream and a baklava) for dessert. I personally didn't care much for the baklava, but enjoyed the ice cream. I'm glad I now know about Maydoon and would return in the future.

The food was outstanding and the interior is cute. I enjoyed the mural painting on the wall. The falafel and chicken were both a great texture not dried out like some places can be. The bowls have great flavor. This is an ideal place for a quick lunch or casual dinner, perfectly not fussy. They have a full bar too that cranked out a lot of delicious looking cocktails.

The girls and I walked over to have lunch while at work. I had the Maydoon Bowl which came chicken kabob served with rice, cucumber, tomato and onions, topped with pickled onions and signature dressing.i added extra dressing and the spicy jalapeño sauce and it was to die for. The service was amazing and the food was so flavorful. The restaurant can be busy during lunch time and dinner. Ambiance can be good for lunch/dinner with the girls or a night out with your partner. Will come back

This was my first time here and I was surprised how busy it was for dinner. I ordered the Gheymeh which was yummy and perfect to eat on a cold night. The dish consisted of diced beef with onions and spit peas in a saffron tomato sauce with thin shoestring sized fries on top. There wasn't a lot of meat, but the portions were adequate. The dish also came with a large portion of rice. I ordered the shrazi salad for an extra $3 which was a great deal. The salad consisted of cucumbers, tomatoes and onions with an olive oil vinaigrette and was a sizeable portion. Service was average as the waitress may have been aloof as she never came to check on the table to see if we needed anything, never came to refill water, and provided us the bill without asking if we wanted dessert; she was too busy chatting with the other workers while failing to ensure customer needs were met.

We booked Maydoon for dinner on Thanksgiving Eve. We are new to the Sacramento dining scene and Persian Chicken Kabobs with Saffron Rice is a usual crowd pleaser in all the cities we visit. Maydoon is a modern, festive, and brightly-lit restaurant that has a bit of a sports-bar feel. The food and cleanliness, including bathrooms are superb. Very casual and great for sports fan, date night, family dinners, you name it. My only criticism is that paid street parking is super difficult to find even on a weeknight, so maybe plan on 1-2 blocks away. I started with the Mast Have cocktail - vanilla vodka with pomegranate and sour cherry was super refreshing and balanced sweet and tart. The yogurt gave it a nice smooth finish. The Stewed Eggplant appetizer was tomatoey and great with the soft, warm pita bread. Almost like having a miniature pizza bite. Beef Koobideh was decent though slightly on the saltier side. I liked the inclusion of blistered tomatoes and a large roasted green pepper. The star of the evening was the Persian Chicken Kabob - and definitely as for thigh meat. Perfectly seared and so soft and juicy inside. Top tier among all the Persian places we've had in Seattle and Bay Area.

Good spot for Persian food in Midtown! My boyfriend and I stopped by for lunch and were seated by the windows; great ambience inside. Service was prompt and accommodating. We ordered the drip trio for our appetizer, which came with plenty of pita bread. For our mains, we had the Maydoon bowl (tasty falafel on a bed of the fluffiest rice ever!) & the Maydoon salad, which has a delicious tangy dressing and fresh vegetables. Only downside of this spot is that there are very limited vegetarian options, but otherwise great.

Yum!!! Currently salivating writing this review... Our lunch at Maydoon was fresh and fulfilling. I ordered the Maydoon bowl with chicken. The cucumber, tomato, and onion provided a salty, tangy flavor and the chicken was perfectly grilled for some added smokiness. The rice soaked up some of the juices from the vegetable and was very flavorful. The ice cream was great! I was surprised at the flavor profile - saffron, rose water, and pistachio - coming through fully. You can really taste the different flavors. It was nice and creamy, and a refreshing end to the meal. The baklava was fine but didn't stand out to me. Would definitely come back again.

One of the only places in town you can get Ghormeh Sabzi! The staff are very professional and polite here. The decor is also very well curated and beautiful! Even the design of the plates and bowls show that someone really cares about the ambiance of the restaurant. My friend ordered a koobedeh kabob dish that looked amazing. I ordered the ghormeh sabzi and loved it. The complex flavors and strong preserved bitterness of the lime really makes this dish so unique. There was quite a bit of meat in the stew and each piece was tender and delicious! It was served with quite a bit of basmati rice and even a large crispy piece! The amount of food provided for each dish was substantial! My friend has shellfish and nut allergies and the restaurant serves no shellfish and only nuts in the desserts! The prices were quite reasonable for a dinner spot in Sacramento, $16-30 for an entree.

Spectacular food! Came on a Friday however I didn't have a reservation, arrived around 6 but to get a table, I was quoted for a reservation at 8:30! My goodness was it busy. My group of 3 ended up sitting up at the bar to eat since it was the only area available at that time. I ordered the chicken bowl and the chicken skewers, and the taste was amazing! My bowl was fresh, fragrant, and aromatic, ton of spices and texture. Chicken skewers were flavored but the plain rice was a very basic meal. Overall I would definitely recommend coming here but also making a reservation ahead of time.

I finally had a chance to try this Persian restaurant in downtown Sacramento on February 21st. Restaurant is very welcoming, We were warmly greeted upon entering and seated at a half booth and half chairs table against one of their walls near the windows. Our server was Santiago, he was great, very warm and welcoming, field it all of our questions about the menu very attentive to dietary restrictions. I had brought her a very nice bottle of champagne with me so they set us up with an ice bucket. We started with an order of Dolmeh and Tadigh. Both appetizers were excellent especially that Tadigh. I had the Soltani for my main and my companion head Lamb Shank. The Soltani was excellent or my companions lamb shank disappeared quickly. If you're in or around downtown Sacramento definitely take the time to visit this great restaurant.

First time having Persian food and we thought it was delicious! Lots of Mediterranean adjacent dishes including kabobs and dips like hummus and tzatziki but with a twist. I ordered their bowl with lamb that came with lots of fresh vegetables, basmati rice and their yummy sauces. My husband ordered the lamb shank and it was fall off the bone tender with a great flavor. We ordered two of their house cocktails - their take on an old fashioned (Baba something?) was fantastic. Their House G&T was very floral and bitter - kind of tasted like drinking perfume so we didn't end up finishing that one. Prices were really reasonable and we were well taken care of!

We didn't make reservations on a Saturday night and the restaurant looked full at around 7pm, luckily we were able to get seated at the bar right away. Service was good and cocktails offering are fun. We got the Dip trio and Torshi to share with some warm fresh pita. Lamb shank was amazing and my favorite out of all the dishes we tried; I would come back for it. The rack of lamb unfortunately was dry. We also tried the Gormeh Sabzi which was something new and different for us but delicious!

I've never had Persian food before. This was my friends and my first time here at this restaurant. The interior is so beautiful. The workers are so nice and helpful!! We were originally sat a table for 8 (we were a party of 3) but we asked a server if we can move to a smaller table in the corner so that this bigger table can be used for bigger parties and thankfully we were able to make that switch. I ordered the Taste of Maydoon / Koobedeh and it tasted so so good. Very delicious. We ordered persian ice cream as well and it was definitely a new flavor to experience but in a good way!

I've come to Maydoon multiple times and have always left happy and satisfied! The staff is always friendly. Almost every dish I have tried has been delicious! You cannot go wrong with anything from their menu. The maydoon bowls are usually my go to but recently I have tried their tadigh as I had a small cold I was recovering from and it was warm and delicious. They also have good vegetarian options for those that do not eat meat. I also have had their rose saffron ice cream which is quite refreshing after a meal. The ambiance is also lovely and good for work dinners and fancy night out. This is the place I recommend when I have people coming to visit me in Sacramento.

This was my first time trying Maydoon but I've heard great things! The restaurant is beautiful and spacious. The service was top tier. The food was amazing! I don't remember all the names of the the platters but everyone in my party thought the food was delicious and fresh. Will be back!

Decent place. Not the best persian i have had though. The ghormi sebzeh was too oily and too sour because there was a whole lemon in my food. Thankfully i noticed it before I bit into it (it was the size of a small lemon). It should have been removed prior to being given to a customer. The hummus had a sad taste, maybe it was old? and tzaziki was watery and lacked taste too.

Can you hear last tuesday night. Timing was good we were able to secure a high top table in bar area. It was pretty busy, but we got here just ahead of a thirty person party. Luck was on our side. The bartender was our server.I believe his name was steven.However if i'm wrong my apologies. On this night, everyone was very friendly and helpful.That made our experience so much better, not that it needed it.Because the food was amazing. We tried the beef kebab, the chicken kebab, a cucumber salad and lambshank.All were very flavorful. I cannot begin to describe the layers of flavor in each dish.Each one had its own unique and distinct taste and went above.And beyond anything that I expected. This was a good meal.It was also capped off by a drink called Jafar, also mixed to perfection. Five plus stars!

Delicious Persian food in a fairly casual atmosphere. Although they have outdoor seating, it was too hot to sit outside the day we came. We ordered the dip trio, tadigh with gormeh sabzi, beef koobedeh, and Maydoon bowl with beef. Everything was so tasty. Child insisted on ordering more hummus after we finished the dip trio because it was so good. It had a more complex spice flavoring than I'm used to in my hummus and made me want to eat more. The tadigh with gormeh sabzi was also excellent. Husband ordered the doogh. He liked it. Personally, I detested it - it was like a thick salty yogurt drink with mint. I like yogurt and I like mint, but I do not like anything that salty. It was worse than the worst electrolyte replacement drink I've ever had. The Maydoon bowl was so good, and the portions were very generous. The beef was tender and juicy and easy to cut with a fork. Loved the contrast with the vinegary crunch of the cucumbers and tomatoes and the sauces that accompanied it. Child insisted on ordering the dessert combo, which turned out to be delicious. The ice cream was a saffron, rosewater, pistachio mix - a very interesting flavor. Baklava was good quality too.

I fell in love with this place. The flavors, textures, colors! The hummus was extraordinary. I tried so many new things. The dolmeh in the combo platter and the Kashkeh Bodemjan is a must try! The pita was perfect. Pictured are dishes of my friends plates and everyone was raving about their food. There were mixed opinions about the Tadigh. I ordered the Koobedeh with the sirloin and it was flavorful and the meat was tender and juicy. The mix of the flavors was amazing and it was even good as leftovers. The vibe in here was super good. Good for dates and larger parties. Looking forward to dining here again!

Restaurant is clean with a cool vibe. People seemed to be enjoying. The hostess said we are full and it might take 45 minutes. We gave our number and the table was ready in five. When we walked in there were several tables empty. I love irani food and have eaten it in dozens of places in 10 different cities. The food here was good but somehow felt a bit less authentic. Rice lacked butter. Jujeh kabab was juicy n nice but felt different than what I have had before. Koobideh was low on salt. All in all good but maybe a little something was missing. Came out satisfied but not blown away. Service was good.

Take chicken thigh meat skewers are amazing!! The chicken is juicy and delicious. Get that!! Everything else was ok. Cute esthetics, clean and large roomy restaurant. Street parking. Prices are average.

I've been here three times now and have had a wonderful time each visit. I should really try something new, but the Maydoon Salad is so good! I just can't order anything else. It's so delicious. The service has been great every time. Twice I've been served by Brandon (I really hope that's his name, he's great) from the bar. He is always so busy, but makes sure we're taken care of. The ambiance is classy and sophisticated. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a delicious bite.

Great food! We enjoyed the appetizers, falafel and three sauce dips were great. We also got rice bowls with lamb and chicken (two separate bowls), sauce on top and seasoning were sensational.

THE BIG: Located in downtown Sacramento near the midtown area and right next to John C. Fremont park. This place has indoor and outdoor seating available and a large menu to choose from. Street parking available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: I came here with the wife and two friends on a low key thursday night. We snagged an outdoor table and just got the tailend of happy hour in which the drink prices were very reasonable. There aren't any umbrellas so it gets really hot until the sun sets. As for food, we got the streak, lamb chops, hummus with pita and chicken shawarma. All had a huge heaping of rice and grilled tomato. Low key, I'm a big fan of the grilled tomato, it's charredness helps bring out the tomato flavor. My favorite meat was the lamb. Something about the small one-two bites of the bone-in meat makes it so much fun. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall, the damage done for a ton of food and drinks was around $150. Flavors were great and I highly recommend coming here for some great persian cuisine.

Passed by this place a lot; finally decided to try it for lunch, incredible! The food is sooo good. Talk about flavor! I got the lamb bowl and it was bursting with flavor from the first bite. The lamb was tender and juicy, and the green sauce they put on the tomatoes and cucumbers paired really well with the deep flavor of the lamb. All of my coworkers food look incredible too and they all really enjoyed their meals. Also the service was really good, the waitress was really sweet and has a great personality. Gave the impression that we're eating with family at their home. This is definitely in the lunch rotation from now on. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Marcel's foodie score: 5/5

Glad to have an authentic experience here at Maydoon. They had Persian music playing and the interior was on theme but It's not exaggerated,it has that real charm. We don't get this kind of food, at this quality in Reno so my wife and I were super excited to try this recommended place. The food was so superbly tasty! I had the Maydoon bowl with shredded lamb. She had the koobadeh combo beef and chicken (not pictured) the staff was young, and attentive. Cocktails are reasonably priced. I got the baba jafar which was a spiced smoked old fashioned for only 12 bucks. Ive had the same cocktail for 18 and it was not as good. I will need to come back if I am ever here in midtown Sac again, I am very impressed.

Maydoon has been a place I have been meaning to try for a long time. The reviews were always saying good things. To start, the thing that hooked me the most was the servings. I love huge quantities of food, and Maydoon did not disappoint. I was shocked to see how much meat I got with my order. The Koobideh was tender and juicy. The lamb was pretty great too. Everything I ate was seasoned and was a flavor that I had not yet experienced, as this was my first time eating Persian food. The Pita bread got me wanting more. The ambiance was calm and not too loud. I loved the lighting being a bit dim so I was always relaxing. And finally, the service was pretty good. They gave us a water jug so that we would always have water, and checked in with us pretty frequently. Overall was a great place to eat and felt pretty boujie even though it wasn't too expensive.

Maydoon offers the best Persian cuisine I've experienced. The proteins are high-quality and prepared with care, and the ingredients are consistently fresh. The restaurant also features a full bar, providing a well-rounded dining experience. The space is clean and well-maintained, and the staff are always friendly and welcoming. Since discovering Maydoon, no other Mediterranean restaurant compares.

Incredibly delicious kabobs! Maydoon has been on my list to try for quite some time, and ended up being the first new restaurant that I visited in 2025. We sampled a few different items from their menu: - Dolmeh 3.5/5: i like grape leaves but these had a bit of a mushier consistency than i'm used to. flavorful tho nonetheless~ - Chicken Kabob 5/5: wow, so impressed by how juicy and tender the meat was! chargrilled to absolute perfection~ would return again and again for this alone - Soltani (3/5 and 5/5): okay so this one comes with two separate ratings, for the filet mignon and ground sirloin respectively. we went with this one because we felt the filet mignon kabob was a must try but the star of the show ended up being the ground sirloin! -Persian Ice Cream (4/5): a fragrant and refreshing blend of saffron, pistachio and rose water that was a nice palate cleanser to finish off our meal~ Service was a bit on the slower side on the night we went, as the bartender was working double duty waitressing as well. Maydoon is definitely a must-try in Sac, with absolutely standout kabobs (try the chicken and ground sirloin!) as well as an array of authentic Persian-Iranian dishes and an extensive cocktail menu, making it an ideal spot for a night out with friends or date night.

I have been wanting to try Maydoon for a while. I went in with a group of 10 and they were able to sit us immediately. We ordered the some dips and pita, cocktails, and a few different entrees. I can say that all of the food I tried was delicious. I LOVED the hummus. The shirazi salad was the perfect combination of fresh flavors and complemented everything well. I had the taste of maydoon with shawarma and my boyfriend enjoyed the koobideh, both were so good. The cocktails were nicely crafted. The service was excellent, they were happy to answer any and all questions we had about the menu. I am glad I finally got to eat here and would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a flavorful and hearty meal.

I've recently become a fan of Persian cuisine and Yelp seemed to praise this place highly, so I stopped by for dinner with my dad. I opted for the koobedeh (1 ground sirloin, 1 chicken). I love the rice! It appears so simple looking, but also packs a good amount of flavor. The meat fared okay -- a little too mushy on the texture and didn't have quite the savory taste I was hoping for. My dad went with the lamb shank, one of his all-time favorite foods. This dish performed much better; it's tender, it's well-seasoned, it's everything you'd expect out of an excellent lamb shank. If you happen to order another dish with rice, soak the soup in the rice for a nice surprise. The restaurant looks as spotless as it is elegant. We were greeted promptly at the door and our server was polite. When it comes to the Persian restaurant standards that I'm used to experiencing in Houston, Maydoon upholds them well.

Service was amazing and food was delicious and fast plus portions were great for the price would highly recommend!

Absolutely delicious. I can definitely tell when a place is delicious when local folks fill the room. Met a friend here on Sunday night. Asked the server for a custom mocktail, and they SERVED. Ordered the rack of lamb with rice, and my friend ordered the lamb shank. My lamb was well marinated, and served as a delicious leftover the next day. Lamb shank was tender and juicy, especially in the sauce. Vibe was trendy and clean. Would love to come back to try other options.

Providentially, I came for late lunch with my mom after we found our initial option closed. This place is amazing! The decor is elegant and embracing at the same time. Great customer service and food was mouthwatering. We ordered the trio dip, lamb shank and "Gheymeh" a beef stew. Then for dessert my mom asked for an ice cream + baklava combo. All were excellent! Surprisingly, the price for main dishes price were lower than what I saw online. Notably, when we arrived there were few patrons. As people start coming and I could listen to many languages I had the opportunity to look for the meaning of Maydoon. Its meaning in Farsi is quite appropriate, "It signifies a cultural space where people meet to socialize, share meals, and build relationships, embodying warmth and togetherness in Persian culture." I'm definitely coming back.

10/10, this place is delicious. Always a good spot for date night. I've been here multiple times over the last few months and it never gets old.

I enjoyed all of the food. Nicely presented, seasoned and fragrant, and cooked right. I think my only complaint would be that the rice was a little dry. Adding the dips with each bite fixed that. I had the "koobedeh," ground beef on a skewer that tasted like homemade meatloaf. The grilled tomato and pepper rounded out the meal. I also tried my friend's lamb skewer, and the meat was juicy and tender, cooked to medium-well, as requested. Good portions. We ordered the falafel (3 pieces) and the trio dip with pita bread for appetizers. Portions are good but we did have to ask for more of the warm pita bread. The hummus, eggplant, and cucumber yogurt dip were all flavorful and complemented our entrees as well. The restaurant is clean, cute, and cozy. Felt a little warm though, like they need to up the a/c. Our servers were friendly and came around a few times to check on us. If you're in Midtown, try Maydoon for your Persian food cravings.

Definitely a top 10 dinner recommendation all around Sacramento. I highly recommend you make dinner reservations ahead of time especially for a weekend as it can get super busy. I showed up on a Friday night with friends after craving some Persian food. Started off with the Kashkeh Bodemjan and Tadigh for apps which were very flavorful especially if you are a fan of dishes with spices. Main dish was the Gormeh Sabzi which, let me tell you, was insanely filling and delicious! The staff and ambiance here is always great and they are great providing recommendations if you've never had this type of food before. Highly recommend!

We went here for a date night and this place has the best Persian food by far! It is very reminiscent of my favorite Persian restaurant in Santa Cruz, and now I don't have to drive nearly as far for something this good! The portions are huge. I highly suggest getting an appetizer and a main dish to share and it will be plenty! Service was very fast and friendly

Maydoon is the place to be for Persian food. The environment was busy but not overly cramped, light and airy. Lots of Persian people happily socializing and eating. And speaking of eating - the food is delicious and portions are plenty. The drinks we had were good as well. And service was very friendly and timely. We definitely look forward to a future visit back at Maydoon Restaurant next Sacramento stay. Make a reservation for yourself, you won't regret it.

Get the gormeh sabzi! This stew over crispy rice is something I just get random cravings for! This stewed greens, red beans, and meat dish is amazing here.

We didn't eat in the restaurant because we were picking up appetizers for a picnic. The restaurant has a great vibe and a really cool history. Traditional music playing and the place is very clean! Service was great. Everyone was very nice and friendly when we went to pick up our food and waited. Definitely want to go back to have a sit down lunch or dinner next time we're in town.

The food was delicious! Service was lackadaisical but friendly. When I walked in, the hostess/server wasn't present. There were two guys at the bar that were sooo loud and crass. The sound carried throughout the whole restaurant. It was a bit distracting and then I realized it was the owner and one of his buds/business partners. The restaurant is cute, spacious, and clean. I love places that have fresh flowers on the tables. I think it always adds a sweet touch. The ghormeh sabzi was so flavorful, but I wish that it was served on the side of the tahdig rather than the top. I like to have maximum crunch factor in every bite! The jujeh kabob and kabob e koobideh were so tender and juicy. So satisfying.

We visited Maydoon on a busy Sunday, which we expected, but the experience felt more disorganized than it should have been. My party of three was seated at the bar, even though there were plenty of empty tables waiting to be cleaned. It seemed like they may have been short-staffed because the service was slow and not very attentive. People had to ring the bell to get someone's attention and not even the bar tender who was the closest acknowledged the people waiting. I opted for the Dine Out Sacramento menu and tried the Mediterranean salad, geymeh, and saffron cake. The salad was larger than expected and a nice start - the croton-like bread was stale, but that didn't stop me from cleaning the plate. The geymeh was flavorful but arrived lukewarm, which was disappointing. The saffron cake was a standout--unique and worth trying! However, I wish they offered sumac, hot sauce, or other seasonings for the rice to give it an extra kick. Overall, the food was okay. I've had better gheymeh elsewhere. The service and overall atmosphere made it hard to fully enjoy. I'd like to give Maydoon another chance, but hopefully, they iron out the chaos for a smoother dining experience.

We celebrated my birthday at Maydoon, and what a treat! We arrived just after they opened for lunch and ordered hummus, eggplant dip, crispy rice, Maydoon bowl with falafel, Steak shish-kabob, veggie kabob and the pickled veggies. The hummus was creamy with loads of tahini, just the way we like it! We asked for no yogurt for the eggplant since my daughter in love is vegan, it was perfect scooped in a pita. The guys loved the steak, it was cooked to perfection and flavorful, the veggie kebab was loaded and the falafel was crispy and honestly the best in the valley. We loved their Maydoon sauce and green sauce too. The crispy rice was satisfyingly crispy and perfect to use as a scooper! Our server was so kind and knowledgeable. We can't wait to come back!

Was therefor a conference at the convention center. It was a beautiful walk through a park to get there. The restaurant has a nice ambiance and the seating and service was great. It was busy, but not to loud for conversations. The food was amazing and plenty of it. I had the koobideh (beef). It comes with the most flavorful rice, which I learned to cut up the tomato and add to it, which was sensational. I also learned to ask for sumac seasoning and add it to the rice also, which I totally recommend (flavorful not spicy). Great place to take a small group to our group, ours was 7. Don't miss out on this place, a must try!

We made a reservation here but it wasn't quite that busy. I think one can do a walkin and be fine! Obviously this is located on one of the busy streets in Sac so street parking is where you can park. The inside is very modern with a slight touch of middle eastern architectural decor/design. It was kind of cute. I ordered a taste of maydoon with chicken. It came with chicken, some mixed greens, must khiar, hummus, pita, and rice. The chicken was tender Delicious! I actually really enjoyed it. Customer service was great! Our waiter kept coming to check and make sure we're good. I really liked that! Would probably return if in the area and craving Mediterranean!