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Delara, Vancouver, BC

Delara

4.6
4.6
236 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Persian
Every dish is prepared to highlight freshness and flavour - tartness from pomegranate, dried lime and barberries, fresh herbs, nuts and seeds, yogurt and aromas of saffron, turmeric, rose, and sumac. Signature sourdough flatbread and crispy rice aka tahdeeg, as well as charcoal-finished chicken and beef, a rotation of vegetables dishes with produce from local farms. Desserts include date and walnut baklava and turmeric cake with orange blossom buttercream and saffron ice cream.

Plates are designed to be shared family style or enjoyed on their own, and are complemented by a curated wine list and unique cocktails

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2 people

9:00 p.m.


Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Persian, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (604) 730-4325
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Bardia Ilbeiggi
  • Private party facilities
    For private event inquiries please contact info@delararestaurant.ca
  • Neighbourhood
    Kitsilano
  • Cross Street
    4th Ave/. Vine St.
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public Transit
    Bus lines 4, 7, 14, 84, 9, 99
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 236 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

236 Reviews
  1. Ruth

    Vancouver

    21 reviews

    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We read a good review in the Globe and Mail so decided to give Delara a try out. They passed with flying colours. Delicious food and charming staff.

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  2. Somegoodwha

    Vancouver

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our experience lived up to our expectations. The food always delicious and the service was excellent. We heard about this restaurant through an article in the Globe & Mail and we will come again.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful flavours and beautiful presentation of the items ordered.

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  4. JolandaD

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We came full of expectation and were not disappointed. The wonderful spices and use of sumac and pomegranate juice added depth to the tasty and flavourful food. Bravo!

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  5. JulieB

    Exclusive

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service was excellent. Everything we ordered was nice balanced and tasty. Ambience was lovely, the service was great. I would have preferred it to be a bit quieter, but hey, it was a busy restaurant on a Friday night.

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  6. RG98

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great to try some persian food with friends at lunch time! They have a different dinner menu that I would love to try in the future.

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  7. ErnieJ

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have a very nice lunch there , with a hospitable waitress and very nice dishes. Also like the airy ambiance inside . Will definitely return snd recommend to others.

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  8. Lucy

    Vancouver

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    food was excellent but we sat with unfinished food on our table for a long time, waiting

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal food and service!!!!! Incredible! Definitely worth going

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  10. Christina

    Vancouver

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Brunch was unique and delicious. I thoroughly enjoyed the smoked rice and lentils; was interesting an interesting combination and it did not dissappoint!

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  11. MasakoW

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was outstanding with great recommendations. So many new flavours!

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  12. DinerCR

    Vancouver

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic service! Delicious meals (duck breast fesenjoon was a lovely choice & roasted cauliflower starter) and cocktails (Persian Godfather & Bazaar Coffee Milk Punch were thoroughly enjoyed). Such a wonderful dining experience, chef's kiss.

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  13. JenniferB

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious flavours in everything we enjoyed at lunch from chicken barley soup, seeded sourdough, meatballs and salads. Even the tea was outstanding. Fresh ingredients, harmonious seasonings, herbs, sauces…can’t wait to try the dinner menu. Different from the usual choices but highly approachable food.

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  14. SoudiS

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place , it’s the best place for any occasion. Everything is so perfect. From staff performance to the food taste. My friends got a food comas by every little but they had .

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  15. Yummy

    Vancouver

    129 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    129 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, excellent service. Flavours wonderful. It was quiet at lunch time which was perfect as some restaurants are just too noisy to have a conversation without shouting and straining to hear. We were in the front atrium-like space which was a little bit cold due to all the glass, but the added heaters really helped and it was so nice to be in such a bright area. I would happily sit in this section again. The two of us ordered two main courses and the bread with dips to share. There was plenty of food and we ended up taking leftovers home. I loved the bread and dips. The owner's mum brought the food to our table -- what an honour to have the lovely lady present her own recipes! I highly recommend and will be back very soon.

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  16. klarac

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food. A bit too expensive for what you get. The ambience is off putting, very cold white, wooden furniture, no color and doesn’t feel comfortable.

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  17. AndreaD

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolutely delicious food & beverages in a cute setting. We were seated next to the front window, so it was nice to see people passing by. Unfortunately the old wooden windows were a bit drafty. There was a little space heater provided, but I was still chilly. I’d definitely go again, as I’m eager to try more menu items.

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  18. KarinM

    Vancouver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    The food was very good but our table by the window was very drafty. There was cool air coming through the window. I suggest if you use this section in the winter that you insert a cover over the window so it is more comfortable..

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  19. Gordarbo

    Puerto Vallarta

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Team effort from the staff. Sommelier Melanie chose a great wine for us and all the dishes had great flavour. Highly recommended!

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  20. MahsaS

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an amazing time, with even more amazing food. What a great culinary experience.

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  21. cookie

    Vancouver

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service is personal and the food is spectacular. Delara offers innovative flavours and dishes. It’s a real treasure.

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  22. KrisK

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I’m slowly working my way thru the innovative menu. Yum!

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  23. Elena

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was cold. they did not the food on the online menue!

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  24. SueR

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Chicken was tasteless, no sign of being charbroiled! Kofteh and sour bread was lovely including the ice cream. There is a pungent smell in the restaurant.

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  25. MariaH

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first experience with Persian food, but it won’t be my last. We enjoyed our brunch and are looking forward to coming back for dinner sometime. Delicious, very flavorful, and filling. Like a big warm hug.

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  26. LeonardS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and very nice staff, will go again next time I’m in town

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  27. stavros

    Vancouver

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Delicious food and good service, but was terribly noisy and unable to have a conversation. Noisy people and lack of sound dampening was compounded by loud non-melodic music.

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  28. Pearl

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great experience. Our toddler was a bit messy and honestly our group was chaotic but the server handled us with grace. The food was great and the flavour combos were unique. The portions were okay, but not unexpected. We will definitely be back again as the food was very tasty.

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  29. CecileB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    You can't decide which restaurant you are doing to go? Don't sweat and stop looking because there is Delara. The cuisine is outstanding: delicate, layers of tastes, whatever is it cauliflower, meat or fish. Everything is cooked in a perfection. Quantity is great: you can easily having dinner and a lunch to go with leftover...Service is friendly, attentive but still discreet. Last but not least: the prices are very affordable. Delara totally deserve the Michelin award. I am not afraid to say: best Mediterranean restaurant in town (if not BC) !

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  30. PaulC

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very accommodating staff. Very friendly and professional. Tye food was not your ordinary Persian food, which was wonderful. The tastes were excellent. Loved our food! Wine selection was also very good. A lovy Rosé Champagne to start and then a white wine for me (chicken) and a lovely Honey, Mint & Cucumber drink for my partner. Again outstanding. Baklava was also very good and fresh. Overall it was an excellent experience. Highly recommended and we will be back!

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  31. RoyD

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is very good along with the service. A little chilly seating up front but it didn’t spoil the evening.

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  32. Chiquita

    Vancouver

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Happy Hour and service! Love their cauliflower dish and humous dips.

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  33. Sienabee

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is about the 5th time eating at Delara. I plan on going through the entire menu. Today I had the chicken and barley soup with seedy bread, and side salad because I love that burberry dressing!!! My daughter had a special, which was a white bean and dill stew w/ egg and a side of the crispy saffron rice. The server said they’re considering putting this dish on the menu because it’s been so well liked. It was fabulous!! I really hope they do! Hi have lunch at Delara. You won’t be sorry! I love their food!

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  34. SamB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very interesting take on Persian cuisine! The taste was amazing. The staff were nice and friendly. Specialty drinks were also great too.

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  35. JohnK

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Braised beef - delicious. Lamb shoulder sandwich - delicious. Chairs not very comfortable. Front rim of the seat cut into the back of the thighs.

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  36. KrisK

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It’s been a joy to discover Delara. I have slowly been working my way through each of the lunch and dinner offerings. I found them to be inventive, varied, and delicious. Highly recommended.

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  37. AveryE

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, service, ambience, all excellent. Would recommend.

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  38. Lisa

    Vancouver

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Noise was loud, the wait staff who tended to our table was vacant for most of the meal, but my biggest disappointment was the food. I had the saffron mushroom stew which don’t have much flavour and was so salty I had to stop eating (the next morning my mouth was still so dry despite drinking 5-6 glasses of water while eating). I had been looking very forward to eating here but left disappointed. I will be going to my favourites Nuba and East is East.

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  39. MehdiK

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best persian restaurants, with the western cooking style and tastes You cannot say the food is persian, but they are persian based and everyone can enjoy it

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  40. alexanderp

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food, generous portions which are great for sharing

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FAQs

Delara offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 730-4325.

Delara is rated 4.6 stars by 236 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 p.m.


Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Delara

2272 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6K 1N8

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    4th Ave/. Vine St.
  • Neighbourhood
    Kitsilano
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Persian, Middle Eastern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public Transit
    Bus lines 4, 7, 14, 84, 9, 99
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Bardia Ilbeiggi
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (604) 730-4325
  • Private party facilities
    For private event inquiries please contact info@delararestaurant.ca
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