Food + Drink
Hossein’s Persian Kebab In Makati: Authentic Middle Eastern Food And Hospitality

The Philippines is a melting pot of different cultures from Asia to the West. When it comes to delicious Persian and Middle Eastern: Hossein’s Persian Kebab is the first place that comes to mind to most Filipinos living in Metro Manila.
Hossein’s is one of the first which brought Middle Eastern food to the Philippines and it started back in 1985. Handed down from generation to generation, from mother to daughter and in turn, daughter to son. Hossein’s Persian Kebab aims to showcase the culture, history and family tradition of Chef Hossein Sohrabi.
In the Philippines, we have rice. In the states, Americans love to eat mashed potatoes. For those who grew up in the Middle East Naan and Roti Channi was our go-to meal that will fill up for the entire day. However, the Naan mixed with Roti Chennai is one of the best that we ever tried!
We first started off with the starters and the starters is what really set the tone for the meal. The platter’s was made with Hummus, Moutubal, Kibbeh, Dolmeh, Falafel, and Tabbouleh Salad. The platter is served with three pieces of pita bread. A definte favorite would be the Moutubal and the fresh taste of the Tabbouleh Salad. The hummus also stole the show with it sweet flavors!
A favorite of Buzzsetter is the Mixed Kebab 2. For those who haven’t tried Middle Eastern food: This is a good dish to start with! Itis served with three sticks of with, shish, and chicken kebab grilled with char-grilled tomatoes and onions at the side. Simply mouthwatering!
Although it is affordable, the Chicken Dopiaza did not disappoint! The chicken served with curry sauce with onions and a melange of Pakistani herbs and Persian spices makes you feel like you’re in the desert oasis!
Ghormeh Sabzi is a must-try for all the beef lovers out there! The beef Beef cooked in with saffron, beans, and a variety of fresh vegetables and herbs. It’s the complete meal for any beef junkie out there.
For people who lived or visited the Middle East, biryani is a meal that you first need to try. You haven’t been to the Middle if you never had a good plate of Biryani rice to go with your exquisite dish. The Saffron and Biryani rice are a definite must-have for all the Middle Eastern and Persian dishes!
Everyone needs to try lamb once in a while and the best place would be at Hossein. Mache Polo cooked in a saffron & tomato sauce with spices.
This is a good meal for all shrimp lovers out there. The Shrimp Kebab is served with Hossiens own signature Yogurt sauce. GIve it a try and try a different Kebab dish!
Shisha Room
Hossein’s Persian Kebab has its own shisha room which is licensed and accredited for Makati. They have the state of the art modern exhaust that they are given a smoking permit in the Shisha Room.
Customers can not only enjoy Shisha but Hossein’s food can also be sent downstairs. Customers can enjoy eating delicious Arabian cuisine, smoke shisha and enjoy the great Arab hospitality that the Middle East is known for.
Hossein’s Persian Kebab
- Rate: 10/10
- Address: Second Floor, LKV Building, 7857 Makati Avenue, Bel-Air, Makati City
- Customer Service: Excellent!
- Aircon: Yes
- Opening Hours: 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM
- Mobile Signal: Good
- Pets Allowed: N/A
- Outdoor Seating: Available on the balcony
- Smoking: Allowed in Shisha Room
- Bathrooms: Inside the restaurant and Shisha Room
- Parking: Available