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Caspian Restaurant

336 Springvale Rd, Forest Hill VIC 3131, Australia

Recommended by 71 people

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336 Springvale Rd, Forest Hill VIC 3131, Australia

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+61 421 246 490
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Caspian Restaurant

Caspian Restaurant serves up homestyle Persian feasts in Forest Hill with fall-apart tender meats and towering saffron-scented rice plates. Diners arrive ready to share—the plates are famously massive, from slow-cooked lamb neck balanced by tart barberries to smoky minced lamb kebabs and fragrant ghormeh sabzi. Tables fill quickly with families uncorking their own bottles courtesy of BYO wine, while regulars head straight next door after dinner to raid the attached Persian grocery for pantry sweets.

  • Generous homestyle portions: Slow-cooked lamb neck and minced skewers arrive in outsized portions that easily yield leftovers.
  • BYO flexibility: Guests can bring their own bottles of wine to pair alongside grilled meats and herb stews.
  • Adjacent Persian market: Shares ownership with the connected Iranian grocery stocked with Persian pantry staples and treats.
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Why Diners Choose Caspian Restaurant

Generous traditional Persian dining paired with welcoming hospitality, BYO ease, and an adjacent specialty market.

  • Authentic homestyle Persian recipes

    Slow-cooked meats and grilled skewers are prepared with traditional Persian seasonings and recipes that reflect genuine home cooking.

    The food at Caspian was absolutely delicious and authentic, capturing those comforting flavors perfectly.

    AZAD

  • Juicy, masterfully grilled kebabs

    Succulent marinades and precise grilling produce exceptionally tender lamb, cutlets, and chicken skewers.

    The mince lamb kebab was juicy, tender, and packed with rich flavor 🐑🔥, while the chicken fillet kebab was perfectly grilled – succulent, lightly spiced, and so tasty 🐓👌.

    Nikki Oza

  • Enormous portions built for sharing

    Serving sizes easily provide multiple meals or ample food for sharing across the table at exceptional value.

    First of all the meals are ENORMOUS!! I ordered the mixed kebab meal and it was three meals worth for me.

    Qawaq Agbeke

  • Convenient BYOB dining option

    Patrons can bring their preferred wine or drinks to complement their dinner without venue beverage restrictions.

    They also offer BYO wine which is a bonus!

    Don Zhang

  • Integrated Persian market next door

    The attached Persian supermarket lets diners easily shop for regional groceries, pantry staples, and traditional desserts.

    Caspian and the supermarket share the same owner, making it a great one-stop destination for both authentic Persian dining and shopping.

    Yisa Gu

  • Cozy, unhurried gathering setting

    The relaxed, comfortable environment allows groups and families to gather and celebrate comfortably without rushing or noise.

    the atmosphere was cozy and far from what you would call noisy, which I really liked.

    Ali

Authentic, generously portioned Persian classics prepared with traditional homestyle recipes

  • Lamb Neck with Barberry Rice

    My favourite dish is the lamb neck which is slow-cooked for many hours and is served with barberry rice.

    Gilbert Chew

  • Mince Lamb Kebab

    The mince lamb kebab was juicy, tender, and packed with rich flavor

    Nikki Oza

  • Chicken Fillet Kebab

    Had the chicken fillet (jooje) kebab yesterday for lunch. The chicken was grilled to perfection.

    How Yee Loh

  • Ghormeh Sabzi

    I tried my friends ghormeh sabzi stew and it was very flavourful too. Tasted like someone’s grandma made it.

    Qawaq Agbeke

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and unique conveniences that elevate your Persian dining experience

  • Complimentary Tea & Relaxed Seating

    Guests are welcomed with thoughtful hospitality touches like a complimentary pot of tea and the freedom to take a seat outside to unwind.

  • BYOB Flexibility

    Diners can bring their own preferred wine or beverages (BYOB) to accompany their dinner, offering rare flexibility for gatherings.

  • Integrated Specialty Market Experience

    Dine and shop in one visit thanks to the restaurant sharing ownership with Day to Day supermarket next door, stocking authentic Persian groceries and treats.

  • Personal Chef Care & Signature Slow Cooking

    The chef and team regularly take time to converse directly with guests, crafting slow-cooked specialties like hours-simmered whole lamb neck served with barberry rice.

Before you head over

Practical recommendations to make the most of your dining experience at Caspian Restaurant.

  • Order to Share

    Portions are exceptionally generous, with single servings often providing enough food for two people or leaving leftovers for another meal. Consider ordering family-style to share kebabs and rice across the table.

  • Bring Your Own Drinks

    Take advantage of the venue's BYO wine and beverage policy to pair your favorite drinks with your dinner.

  • Combine Dining with Grocery Shopping

    Save time before or after your meal to explore Day to Day supermarket next door, which shares ownership with the restaurant and stocks Persian groceries, ingredients, and sweet treats.

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