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Hafez

458-460 Bridge Rd, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

Recommended by 55 people

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458-460 Bridge Rd, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

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+61 3 9977 5844
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 6:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Hafez

Tucked along Bridge Road, Hafez delivers a genuine taste of Tehran with slow-cooked stews, charred skewers, and warm hospitality. The room feels like an intimate gallery—lined with intricate Persian tiles, cultural wall paintings, and ornate art that draw eyes between courses. Regulars make a beeline for the Dizi Sangi, a rich lamb stew delivered in a hot stone pot and ritually decanted table-side before the meat and chickpeas get pounded. Shared platters pile high with juicy koobideh kebabs, grilled tomatoes, and mounds of saffron rice, while slow-braised Baghali Polo Ba Mahiche falls tenderly off the shank alongside fragrant dill and fava beans. A pot of Persian tea alongside house-made baklava wraps up the feast.

  • Table-side Dizi Sangi: Rich lamb, chickpeas, and broth served in a stone pot and poured table-side to eat the traditional way.
  • Art gallery atmosphere: Walls lined with Iranian paintings, decorative tiles, and cultural artwork create an inviting gallery feel.
  • Baghali Polo Ba Mahiche: Fork-tender braised lamb shank paired with fragrant fava bean and dill rice.
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Why Diners Choose Hafez

Experience authentic Iranian culinary tradition, immersive gallery-style ambiance, and generous hospitality in Richmond.

  • Authentic Regional Persian Dishes

    Hafez prepares authentic Iranian specialties like slow-cooked Baghali Polo Ba Mahiche and Soltani kebabs paired with fragrant saffron rice.

    The Soltani offered a generous serving of perfectly grilled meats paired with aromatic saffron rice, a grilled tomato, and fresh sides.

    Payam Soudachi

  • Customary Dizi Sangi Service

    Guests enjoy interactive Dizi Sangi served in the traditional custom, with hot broth and mashed ingredients prepared table-side.

    our mains were the Dizi Sangi, which we enjoyed in the authentic, traditional style and eating it the traditional way is half the fun.

    Fuad Aliev

  • Art Gallery Cultural Setting

    The dining room is decorated with authentic Iranian wall paintings, intricate colored tiles, and curated cultural decor that evoke an artistic gallery.

    Enjoying Iranian food in a setting that feels like an artistic gallery is a special experience, one that proudly showcases Iranian culture.

    samira habibian

  • Traditional Tableware and Tea Rituals

    Traditional Persian dining elements such as hot Persian tea service, doogh, and saffron desserts immerse diners in Persian culinary customs.

    We ended the night with Persian tea and Hafez’s homemade baklava, which was the perfect finish to our meal.

    Bahar Sol

  • Communal Sharing Platters

    Generous multi-person platters, varied dips, and accommodating seating allow social groups and clubs to easily share a celebratory feast.

    We ordered the 5-person platter, and I highly recommend it if you’d like to try a variety of different dishes.

    zahra dehghani

  • Accommodating Group Celebrations

    The hospitable host and team comfortably accommodate large party bookings, club gatherings, and festive family events.

    A big thanks to Mr. Hamed, the friendly and welcoming owner of the restaurant, for allowing us to book the entire place and enjoy Persian flavors and dance with our family and friends.

    sahar vazifehdoost

Beloved authentic Persian mains and traditional regional specialties

  • Baghali Polo Ba Mahiche

    The Baghali polo Ba Mahiche was equally delightful, featuring tender lamb shank served with dill and fava bean rice, enhanced by a rich, flavorful sauce.

    Payam Soudachi

  • Dizi Sangi

    our mains were the Dizi Sangi, which we enjoyed in the authentic, traditional style and eating it the traditional way is half the fun.

    Fuad Aliev

  • Momtaz

    I highly recommend the Momtaz. The lamb is very tender and perfectly grilled.

    Chongkai Sun

  • Koobideh

    Koobideh always hits the spot for me at Hafez. Simply delicious 👌🏽

    suchita sharma

Other favorites

Traditional desserts, refreshing drinks, and savory Persian starters to complement your meal

  • Saffron Ice Cream

    And if you come here, you definitely gonna try their saffron ice cream , it’s characteristic of Persian cuisine

    Chongkai Sun

  • Baklava

    We ended the night with Persian tea and Hafez’s homemade baklava, which was the perfect finish to our meal.

    Bahar Sol

  • Kashk-e-Bademjan

    We ordered the Kashk‑e‑Bademjan (baked crushed eggplant) $16.00

    Jo SB

  • Doogh

    We also ordered a jug of doogh which is enough for about 6 people we believe. It was so good with mint pieces and ice in it. Was refreshing.

    Em Dee

Beyond the menu

Distinctive hospitality and cultural rituals that define dining at Hafez

  • Traditional Dizi Sangi Broth Service

    Guests ordering the Dizi Sangi can enjoy tableside preparation where staff assist with pouring the hot broth into bowls and demonstrating the traditional method.

  • Art Gallery Ambiance and Cultural Decor

    The dining room is decorated like an Iranian art gallery with cultural wall paintings, authentic motifs, and colourful decorative tiles.

  • Persian Tea & Homemade Baklava Ritual

    Diners conclude their feasts with traditional Persian tea paired with house-made baklava, saffron ice cream, or Persian cocktails.

  • Personal Owner-Led Welcome

    Owner Hamed actively greets tables, facilitates custom banquets, and arranges private bookings for celebrations and gatherings.

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