Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Persian Food & Catering in Victoria
Since 2014, Anar Food & Gro Food and Grocery has been dedicated to bringing authentic Persian flavors to Victoria, BC. As a family-owned business, we combine traditional Iranian recipes with fresh, locally sourced ingredients to create home-cooked meals that transport customers to the heart of Persia. Our grocery section offers a curated selection of spices, dried fruits, and specialty products, while our deli showcases creative dips and spreads unique to our heritage. We take pride in crafting every dish in-house, from tender kebabs to rich stews, ensuring each bite reflects generations of culinary expertise.Our takeaway restaurant provides convenient access to these flavors, complemented by catering services that elevate events with Persian cuisine. We maintain a welcoming environment where customers feel part of the Anar Food & Gro Food and Grocery family, supported by our deep understanding of Middle Eastern culinary traditions and commitment to quality. Our decade-long presence in Victoria demonstrates our dedication to preserving cultural authenticity while adapting to local tastes, establishing us as a trusted destination for both everyday meals and special occasions.
Services
Persian Grocery Store
Deli & Spreads
Takeaway Meals
Catering Services
Specialty Ingredients
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of family-owned Persian culinary expertise
- Our dishes combine traditional recipes with fresh local ingredients
- We provide both grocery products and ready-to-eat homemade meals
- Our catering services bring authentic Persian flavors to any event
- We maintain traditional Persian hospitality in our family-oriented environment
Services
Persian Grocery Store
Our grocery section offers authentic Persian ingredients including spices, dried fruits, nuts, and specialty products. We curate items essential for traditional Iranian cooking while maintaining quality standards. Customers access both everyday staples and rare ingredients for home culinary projects.
Deli & Spreads
We prepare creative Persian-style dips and spreads daily using family recipes. Our deli offerings combine traditional flavors with modern presentation. These ready-to-enjoy items cater to customers seeking quick yet authentic Middle Eastern taste experiences.
Takeaway Meals
Our takeaway restaurant serves freshly prepared Persian dishes including kebabs, stews, and rice specialties. Every meal gets made in-house using traditional cooking methods. Customers enjoy restaurant-quality meals that maintain the authenticity of Iranian home cooking.
Catering Services
We provide catering for events featuring elevated Persian cuisine using Canadian ingredients. Our service includes menu customization and presentation that impresses guests. This offering brings authentic Middle Eastern flavors to corporate and private functions.
Specialty Ingredients
We stock hard-to-find Persian food items essential for traditional recipes. Our selection includes both fresh produce and packaged goods. Customers access ingredients that maintain cultural authenticity in their home cooking.
Questions
What types of Persian dishes do you offer daily?
We serve traditional Iranian dishes including kebabs, stews, rice specialties, and fresh-baked breads daily in our takeaway restaurant.
Do you offer catering for special events?
Yes, we provide catering services featuring authentic Persian cuisine for weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings in Victoria.
Are specialty Persian ingredients available for purchase?
Our grocery section stocks a wide range of Persian spices, dried fruits, nuts, and specialty products for home cooking.
What are your operating hours?
We're open Tuesday-Friday 9AM-8PM, Saturday 10AM-8PM, and Sunday 10AM-5PM. We're closed Mondays.
Do you offer delivery services?
Yes, we partner with Uber Eats and DoorDash for convenient delivery of our Persian meals and grocery items in Victoria.
Reviews (4)
Marina Djabkins
Jan 24, 2022
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Thank you very much for delicious food every time.
Halva was also delicious and very special because I didnt have it for over 18 years!!!!! Great selection of unique grocery items as well.
Halva was also delicious and very special because I didnt have it for over 18 years!!!!! Great selection of unique grocery items as well.
Izabelle
Jan 24, 2022
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Worst persian food I've ever had. I got really sick from it on top of it. Really sad that Persian kabob closed down. This city is really lacking in good quality ethnic food.
Mina Moein
Jan 23, 2022
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If you have ever tried Persian food, youll realize how awful their food is. Zero customer service as well.
Cd
Dec 21, 2021
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One of the only things I miss since leaving this incredibly unfriendly, miserable city is this place. I falafel I can't get lunch there anymore.
