Opening hours
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
| Monday | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
Local time in New York: 8:11 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (212) 535-1100 to confirm.
Location & directions
1407 2nd AvenueNew York, NY 10021
About Persepolis
Persepolis is a Persian restaurant located at 1407 2nd Avenue in New York, New York. It's part of our guide to 5,477 restaurants, cafes and bars in New York.
Persepolis is open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM. It stays open late, until 11:00 PM on most nights.
You can visit for delivery and dine-in.
Reservations are accepted; call (212) 535-1100 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Persian Restaurant
- Address
- 1407 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10021
- Phone
- (212) 535-1100
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Persian restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
Typical prices for Persian restaurants across the US
Based on 28 menus with 1,740 priced items from Persian restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $12.99, and half of all items are priced between $6.99 and $19.99.
We don’t have Persepolis’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Persian restaurants across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Baklava | 57% | $5.95 |
| Hummus | 54% | $7.00 |
| Shirazi Salad | 46% | $8.47 |
| Falafel | 46% | $7.53 |
| Torshi | 43% | $6.70 |
| Ghormeh Sabzi | 36% | $20.00 |
| Doogh | 32% | $4.50 |
| Zereshk Polo | 32% | $19.99 |
Calculated from 28 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Dine-in
Planning
- Accepts reservations
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Persepolis there are 266 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 610 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (106), Bakeries & Desserts (53), Bars & Pubs (51), and Italian (46).
Competition is light: 1 other Persian restaurant is within a mile and 2 within three miles. The closest is Ravagh Persian Grill, 0.6 mi away.
285 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Japanese & SushiSushi Gama Restaurant & Lounge< 0.1 mi
- ThaiUp Thai< 0.1 mi
- ChineseSix Happiness< 0.1 mi
- ItalianBigoi Venezia< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexLa Esquina< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a Persian restaurant
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants serve the cooking of Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Israel, Persia, Morocco and their neighbors. Expect grilled meats and kebabs, falafel, hummus and other dips, fresh salads, rice dishes and plenty of bread – often baked in house.
What to order
- Gyro or shawarma – spit-roasted meat in a pita or on a plate
- Falafel – a crisp chickpea fritter and a vegetarian staple
- Hummus and baba ghanoush – classic dips for the table
- Kebabs – chicken, lamb or kofta from the grill
Good to know
- Mezze platters are an economical way for groups to try many dishes.
- Much of the menu is naturally vegetarian or easy to adapt.
- Ask whether the pita is baked in house – it makes a difference.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Persepolis's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Monday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Is Persepolis open on Sunday?
Yes, Persepolis is open on Sundays: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Where is Persepolis located?
Persepolis is located at 1407 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10021.
What is the phone number of Persepolis?
You can call Persepolis at (212) 535-1100.
Does Persepolis offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Persepolis offers delivery. Listed service options: delivery and dine-in.
Does Persepolis take reservations?
Yes, Persepolis accepts reservations.
Is Persepolis open late?
Yes – Persepolis is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Persepolis?
There are 610 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Persepolis. Nearby options include Sushi Gama Restaurant & Lounge (< 0.1 mi), Up Thai (< 0.1 mi), and Six Happiness (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other Persian restaurants near Persepolis?
1 other Persian restaurant within a mile. The closest is Ravagh Persian Grill, 0.6 mi away.
How much do Persian restaurants across the US cost?
Based on 28 menus with 1,740 priced items from Persian restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $12.99, and half of all items are priced between $6.99 and $19.99.
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