Tahchinbar

Sometimes, you stumble upon a dish that feels like home, even if it’s from a place you’ve never been. That was tahchin for me: golden-crusted, tender rice layered with herbs, lentils, or meats, each bite rich with saffron and care. And if there’s one place that knows how to do it right, it’s Tahchin Bar. Originally from Iran, this spot has now found a second home in Canada. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with the warmth of tradition wrapped in a modern setting with sleek tables, soft lighting, and the unmistakable aroma of toasted rice and spices drifting from the kitchen. We started with small plates: Mast O Musir (a creamy yogurt-shallot dip) and Kashkeh Bademjan (eggplant purée with herbs and whey) — both comforting, both impossible to stop scooping. Then came the real event. The Adas Polo Tahchin was soft, warmly spiced, with lentils and raisins folded through the fragrant rice. The Baghali Polo Tahchin was its herbal counterpart, packed with dill and broad beans, every spoonful textured with that crispy tahdig layer. This is the kind of food that tells a story of time, of memory, of someone’s grandmother’s kitchen. To hear more about this review, follow us @eatinontario on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, & Facebook. ✨🤩🙏

I recently stopped by Tahchin Bar and tried their baqali polo, and wow—it was amazing! The crispy bottom and the fluffy, flavorful rice really made it stand out. It felt like comfort food with a fancy twist, and every bite was just pure joy. The relaxed vibe of the place made the whole meal feel super welcoming and genuine. I left with a big smile and a promise to come back again soon.

Tahchinbar – A Must-Try Iranian Culinary Experience in Toronto If you’re looking for an exceptional Iranian dining experience in Toronto, Tahchinbar is the place to be. This unique restaurant has taken Tahchin, a beloved Persian dish, to a whole new level by incorporating it into a variety of classic Iranian meals. From Ghorme Sabzi Tahchin to Adas Polo Tahchin and Chelo Goosht Tahchin, every dish is a masterful fusion of tradition and innovation. The flavors are rich, authentic, and deeply satisfying, with perfectly balanced spices and high-quality ingredients. The crispy golden crust of the Tahchin, paired with its fragrant, melt-in-your-mouth interior, makes every bite unforgettable. Whether you’re a fan of Persian cuisine or trying it for the first time, Tahchinbar delivers a dining experience that is both comforting and exciting. The service is warm and welcoming, making you feel right at home, and the ambiance reflects the charm of Persian culture with a modern twist. If you appreciate great food and outstanding hospitality, Tahchinbar is a must-visit. Highly recommended!

I give it 3 because it wasn’t fresh specially the herbs in one of the Tahchins, and I definitely felt it in the middle of the night. I have sensitive stomach to low quality food and would try this place again.

Tahchin Bar is a fantastic spot for lovers of tahchin and Persian cuisine. Although the dining area is quite small, with only three or four tables, it’s still a great choice for high-quality, delicious food. The presentation of the dishes was impressive, and the taste didn’t disappoint. The saffron drink with basil seeds was also amazing, giving us a nostalgic taste of Iran. Definitely worth a visit if you’re a fan of this unique Iranian dish!

Great Persian foods, friendly service and huge portions. They have one vegetarian option.

It was delicious and crispy tahchin I liked it so much It was perfect in my opinion as a tahchin in Toronto! The Place could be better, anyway I recommend you to try it

As tourists, we were simply looking for a good meal—but what we found was something truly special. From the moment we walked in, the service was warm, welcoming, and attentive. The food? Absolutely incredible. We ordered the Ghormeh Sabzi Tahchin, and it was unlike anything we’ve had before—rich, flavorful, and deeply nostalgic. It genuinely made us feel like we were back home with our moms cooking for us. The balance of flavors and the quality of ingredients were top-notch. This dish was in a league of its own. Highly recommended for anyone looking to experience authentic Persian comfort food done right.

I've ordered the chicken tachin before but the flavour is not what it used to be. It is a bit on the dry side. Chicken didn't have flavour

Absolutely love Tahchinbar! It's an amazing takeout spot with the best tahchin! For those who don't know, tahchin is a crispy rich dish with has some type of meat filling inside. The cherry chicken it's one of my favourites and tastes great. The rice is perfectly crispy and the chicken is nice and juicy with some tart flavours from the cherry. Service is always prompt and friendly. It is just a takeout spot but the interior is designed quite nice. Definitely my go to takeout spot!

Small little restaurant with busy take out. Very middle eastern food with not standard dish you used to try. I order lamb shank with rice(aka tachyon?) it took the whole 15 mins wait to cook. You see the rice is serve like a cake and not able to see the Lam shank. The rice is actually made outside crispy and lamb shank is inside the rice. It comes with sauce and can pour it over. It is very filling and looks like everyone in the restaurant (only have 4-5 tables ) cannot finish this dish. The restaurant is facing parking lot in the mall and you need to go out from the mall to get in.

Perfectly executed - crispy exterior and tender meat inside. Balanced flavor. Great service and cozy ambiance.

Not the politest staff you may ever see in a restaurant plus they almost don't take any order half an hour before closing.

Great spot to try legit Tahchin and really good tahdig. Highly recommend this place if you want to try a different type of Persian food.

Delicious food, authentic. I wish it was a bit bigger. The lady who served us was kind and accommodating.

The concept is / was intriguing, however the execution runs on dry rice and gooey middle. Service was adequate but not impressive-it seems this place may be more popular for pickup.

Best Persian restaurant ever! I loved the zaytoon parvarde (dont miss it) And also the yogurt is so delicious ! Dont forget to order the adas polo tahchin !!! Amazing place !

The idea that wrapping barbequed or stewed meats in a rice crust is awesome and even many cuisines that have rice as the main grain don't have that. However, I also feel this idea is wasted because the rice crust didn't protect the meats from losing moisture. The chicken I got inside the tahchin was pretty dry. The rice is hard but not crunchy.

Tahchin is a persian dish made in a few steps, usually in large rectangular dishes in the oven. They have created the same in small personal sized dishes. However, they have created a number of variations of which the stews seem most intriguing since, as a persian, I grew up with those persian stews. Service is usually passable, and ambiance, it seems most popular as a pickup option.

This restaurant specializes and innovates in one of the most traditional Persian foods, Tahchin. They make multiple Persian stew such as Ghormeh Sabzi, Baghali Polo and Adas Polo into Tahchin style. We tried Baghali Polo (fava bean and lamb), Chicken Tahchin, Adas Polo (Lentile and lamb) and Mast Khiar (Yogurt and cucumber) and Mast Moosir (Yogurt and super garlic). The food was great, tastes amazing, and had great crunchy crust. It however took 30-40 min to prepare. The space in the restaurant is small and works better for take out. Thus the best to do is to order and go for pickup. Staff are very nice. The restaurant does not have tap water (as I said not suitable for dine in) or does not have glasses for water which was disappointing.

Hands down THE best chicken tahchin of my life!!! The makarani tahchin.... beats #mamanpaz