Restaurant
The Persian Garden Cafe
24B Church St, Ryde NSW 2112, Australia
Find The Persian Garden Cafe
24B Church St, Ryde NSW 2112, Australia
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Tucked along Church Street in Ryde, this courtyard cafe dishes up nostalgic Iranian breakfasts and street-style subs. Mornings draw regulars for hotpot omelettes scooped up with crunchy Barbaree bread and Sunday Haleem, while afternoons shift toward spicy Bandari sandwiches and Persian-style pizzas loaded with toppings. Out back, a leafy garden hideaway features a fire pit alongside a gazebo primed for rounds of backgammon. Pull up a chair with a pot of saffron leaf tea served over a gentle tea warmer with nabaat.
- Iranian Street Food & Sandwiches: Spicy Bandari, Tanoori, and Maghz o Zaban sandwiches served alongside Persian-style pizzas.
- Nostalgic Morning Feasts: Hotpot omelettes paired with crunchy Barbaree bread and Sunday Haleem morning spreads.
- Backyard Garden & Gazebo: Outdoor open-flame fire pit and garden gazebo equipped for afternoon backgammon games.
What's On at The Persian Garden Cafe
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose The Persian Garden Cafe
Why guests visit The Persian Garden Cafe for nostalgic Iranian flavors and cozy backyard gatherings
Authentic Persian Fast-Food Sandwiches
The cafe offers a dedicated Iranian fast-food sandwich menu, including traditional Bandari and Maghz o Zaban options served on fresh bread.
Had a great Bandari Sandwich last night, it was amazing.
Lilly Shab Traditional Iranian Breakfast and Sunday Haleem
On weekends, the kitchen prepares classic Persian breakfast spreads featuring hotpot tomato omelettes, Sunday Haleem, and warm, crunchy Barbaree bread.
The omelettes where served hot in hotpots and the bread was hot and crunchy, making the cold winter day delightful!
Melorin Gfard Nostalgic Flavours That Feel Like Home
Authentic recipes, traditional morning dishes, and familiar fast-food bites bring back nostalgic memories of home and weekend trips to Iran.
I like the backyard, the Persian atmosphere and flavours that make you feel like home.
Iman E. Cozy Garden Atmosphere with Campfire Warmth
A quiet garden patio with an open fire pit offers a cozy retreat to relax and stay warm while enjoying breakfast or coffee.
Very authentic taste and cosy for a coffee, breakfast, lunch or dinner. They have backyard sitting area with a fire pit that resembles a camp fire.
Ameer Meerzaee Slow Tea Service with Warmers and Nabaat
Premium saffron and rose leaf teas are presented on tabletop warmers accompanied by traditional crystal sugar, cube sugar, and fresh baklava.
their tea is premium quality leaf tea served with tea warmer and cube sugar and nabaat.
Hamed Salehi Gazebo Backgammon in the Secret Garden
An outdoor gazebo within the secret backyard garden creates a social setting where friends and family can gather over board games like backgammon.
I love the garden and playing backgammon in the gazebo. Just lovely and I would recommend it to everyone.
Katie Solsaj
Most popular items
Nostalgic Persian breakfast spreads and fast-food favorites
Persian Pizza
Despite the many toppings on the pizza, the base held up well and was not greasy at all.
Dave L Bandari Sandwich
Had a great Bandari Sandwich last night, it was amazing.
Lilly Shab Hotpot Omelette
Had the best omelette and persian tea for breakfast and service with a smile.
Silk Haleem
We also got Haleem which was available on Sunday, and it all reminded me of my weekends in Iran, when we traveled to the outskirts of Tehran and had breakfast!
Melorin Gfard
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality rituals and distinctive garden comforts that elevate your visit
Backyard Garden Fire Pit
Guests can sit in the outdoor garden area beside an open fire pit that creates the warm feel of a campfire on chilly days.
Gazebo Backgammon Boards
The outdoor backyard features a dedicated gazebo setup where guests can sit back and play rounds of backgammon.
Tea Warmer Service with Nabaat
Leaf tea is presented over an active tea warmer, paired with saffron, nabaat crystal sugar sticks, and sugar cubes.
Attentive Personal Hospitality
Staff demonstrate attentive, personalized hospitality—including tracking down requested condiments from a nearby market if not in stock.
Before you head over
Practical pointers for timing, parking, and enjoying the garden setup at The Persian Garden Cafe.
Time Your Breakfast Visit
Sunday morning visits offer specialty Haleem alongside hotpot omelettes and Barbaree bread, but breakfast rush hours can experience kitchen pacing delays, so arrive earlier in the morning for a relaxed seating.
Park Across the Street
Free car parking is conveniently available directly on the opposite side of Church Street, making arrival straightforward without needing street meter searches.
Head to the Backyard Garden
Step out to the backyard garden seating to dine beside the campfire-style fire pit on cooler days or settle into the gazebo for a game of backgammon.
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