Aria Restaurant

Service was very warm but rather slow. Very cozy, old style atmosphere the food was served warm and as requested in platter. I would give the food a score of 7 out of 10

Great Persian/Mediterranean cuisine, delicious and healthy food, friendly customer service. Strongly recommended

This is a San Marcos hidden gem. I usually like Persian food & don't usually order chicken. So when my server kept insisting I try the combo plate with chicken & beef kabobs I first hesitated, but finally decided to try it - & I am SO glad I did - was the most AMAZING chicken I've ever had at a restaurant! You gotta try it - the saffron seasoning gives it this incredible flavor. The food is really good here - stop talking & eat!

I might be different from the majority of people in my comments, but I need to say what was the most incredible thing that grabbed my attention in the restaurant: the cleaning of the restroom!! And that’s the reflection of how the kitchen, the kitchen staff besides the food is clean and amazing. It I remember what the modern restaurant management one day said: “They say you can tell a lot about a restaurant from its facilities: bathrooms set the standard for how consumers view the cleanliness of the restaurant.” Suppose you are looking for authentic Persian food that is the right place. Besides the great food, you will realize the great customer service skills and the smiles from the staff, especially from Ms. Leslie, Rose, and Mustafa. I love this place.

If you’re craving fresh, flavorful Middle Eastern food, this place is an absolute must. I ordered the falafel plate and honestly… perfection. The falafel was crispy on the outside, tender inside, and packed with that warm, comforting spice blend that makes you close your eyes for a second. The naan? Soft, warm, fresh-every single spice and flavor was spot on. The servers were genuinely kind, the restaurant is spotless, and it’s incredibly easy to get to — just off the freeway with plenty of parking—zero hassle, all delicious. If you’ve been looking for a spot that serves amazing food with heart, this is it. Go try it… your taste buds will thank you.