One of the few proper Persian restaurants in Toronto — Pomegranate does classical Iranian cooking (ghormeh sabzi, fesenjan, chelo kebab) with extraordinary care and the kind of hospitality that makes the dining room feel like someone's home.
Neighbourhood: Bloor West Village · Address: 3105 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON · Hours: Mon–Thu 12PM–10PM | Fri–Sat 12PM–11PM | Sun 12PM–9PM · Price Range: $$ · Phone: (416) 239-7994 · Website: https://pomegranaterestaurant.ca · Editorial status: Not yet verified
This is one of the only spots in the city for truly home-style Persian food made the way it’s meant to taste. You’ll find dishes and slow-cooked techniques here that most Middle Eastern places skip entirely.
Unlike Toronto’s casual Persian take-outs, Pomegranate prepares everything from scratch — each stew simmers for hours, and even the rice is treated with reverence. The menu showcases recipes rarely seen outside of Iranian homes, and the servers are happy to walk you through unfamiliar plates. The warm family-run vibe makes it feel more like a communal meal than a commercial restaurant.
Pomegranate brings classic Persian cooking to Bloor West Village, focusing on traditional dishes rarely found elsewhere in Toronto. The kitchen is run by people who clearly care about doing things right — from the tarty, herb-stuffed ghormeh sabzi to perfectly charred kebabs and laboursome stews that arrive with aromatic rice. The space feels like you’re at a friend’s dinner party: Persian artwork, deep colours, and a total lack of fuss. Regulars know the staff by name, and first-timers usually leave talking about the kindness that comes with every plate.
Reservations are recommended for dinner, especially on weekends, but walk-ins sometimes luck out early in the evening.
The fesenjan — a rich, tangy walnut and pomegranate stew, simmered for six hours — is the standout.
Yes, but space is limited; groups of 4–6 enjoy it most, and larger parties should reserve well in advance.
Most mains are $20–$28; appetizers and desserts $8–$12.
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