Rumi’s Kitchen Houston Menu With Prices
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Rumi’s Kitchen is one of the most acclaimed Persian restaurants in the United States — an upscale, design-forward dining experience that has earned national recognition in Atlanta since the original Sandy Springs location opened over a decade ago. The Houston location at 1801 Post Oak Blvd opened in 2023 and has quickly established itself as one of the most distinctive dining destinations in the Galleria area. Named after the 13th-century Sufi mystic poet Jalal al-Din Muhammad Balkhi (known as Rumi), the restaurant brings together centuries of Persian culinary tradition with modern upscale presentation, a world-class wine list featuring rare Middle Eastern wines, and a cocktail program that uses Persian culinary ingredients in classic builds.
With a 4.4 Google rating, 4.6 Restaurant Guru score (2,842 reviews), and 1,634 OpenTable reviews, Rumi’s Kitchen Houston has rapidly earned a reputation as the city’s finest Persian restaurant.
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston Location & Reservations 2026
Address: 1801 Post Oak Blvd, Suite 120, Houston, TX 77056
Phone: (713) 715-7020
Website: rumiskitchen.com/houston-home
Reservations: OpenTable at rumiskitchen.com/houston-home or via opentable.com
Parking: Complimentary valet in the Post Oak Place parking garage at 1801 Post Oak Blvd
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston Hours 2026
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Hours confirmed via Yelp (May 2026) and the official rumiskitchen.com Houston page. Saturday and Sunday open at 11:00 AM, making those mornings the brunch window.
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston — The Space
The Houston Rumi’s Kitchen was designed by The Johnson Studio at Cooper Carry — the award-winning Atlanta design firm — and occupies 5,500 square feet in the Post Oak/Galleria corridor. Key design elements:
- Open kitchen draped in traditional turquoise blue tiles — fully visible from the dining room
- Bespoke chandelier above the front bar
- 15 custom light fixtures designed to symbolize the skirt of a whirling dervish (Sufi dancer)
- Photographs by Shadi Ghadirian — the celebrated Iranian contemporary photographer
- Glass-roofed sunroom for natural light dining
- Illuminated bar with a spherical bottle installation
The atmosphere is simultaneously buzzy and elegant — “a dim dining room, an illuminated bar with a spherical bottle installation, rustic décor and plating meant to evoke an old-world feel, and ceiling fans that recall the swirling skirts of Sufi dancers” (Eater Houston). It photographs beautifully and fills up quickly, especially on weekend evenings. The noise level is legitimately loud at peak capacity — multiple reviewers mention 85–98 decibels — so guests sensitive to noise should note this.
Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for Friday and Saturday dinners.
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston Menu — Spreads, Meze & Starters
The Rumi’s Kitchen menu is designed for communal sharing, Persian home-style dining. The meal typically begins with bread (freshly baked lavash), spreads, and meze selections before moving to the main Rumi’s Feast proteins.
Complimentary welcome: Upon seating, guests receive freshly baked bread with an assortment of traditional Persian accompaniments — olives, walnuts, herbs, cheese — as a welcome offering.
Spreads & Cold Meze
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Oyster Mushroom Hummus | House hummus topped with cremini and oyster mushrooms — the most praised individual dish at Rumi’s Houston across all review platforms |
| Labneh with Charred Tomato | Thick strained yogurt, charred tomato, Urfa chili, basil purée, lemon salt |
| Kashk Badenjoon | Persian roasted eggplant spread with whey (kashk), caramelized onion, turmeric |
| Mirza Ghasemi | Smoked eggplant with tomato, garlic, and egg — a signature northern Persian dish |
| Kibbeh Nayyeh | Raw lamb tartare, Middle Eastern spices, bulgur |
| Zaytun Parvardeh | Persian herb-marinated olives with walnut and pomegranate |
| Grape Leaves / Dolmeh | Stuffed grape leaves with Persian herb and rice filling |
| Hummus | Classic chickpea hummus |
| Falafel | House-made chickpea falafel |
| Lahmacun | Turkish-style lamb flatbread |
Reviewer on the Kashk Badenjoon and other spreads: “We loaded up on appetizers knowing a couple (e.g., Lahmacun, Zaytun Parvardeh) and exploring some new ones (Kashk Badenjoon). They were all delicious and I’d specially recommend the Lahmacun.”
The Oyster Mushroom Hummus is the unanimously named must-order starter: “I enjoyed the lamb but found the duck to be a bit interesting… We had the hummus with cremini and oyster mushrooms. It was by far the best thing I’ve tasted and that’s was just the starter” (OpenTable). Multiple other reviewers call it “absolutely outstanding” and “fluffy” with an innovative mushroom preparation that is unlike standard restaurant hummus.
The Labneh with Charred Tomato is the second most-praised starter — thick strained yogurt that has been enriched with Urfa chili (a Turkish dried pepper with raisin-like sweetness and mild heat), lifted by lemon salt. Eater Houston specifically recommended it: “Start with a labneh with charred tomato — thick, strained yogurt uplifted by tomato, Urfa chili, basil purée, and lemon salt.”
Hot Starters & Snacks
| Item | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Corn Ribs | $12 | Corn cut lengthwise, napped with jalapeño butter, black seed dukkah (nut and spice blend) |
| Chickpea Fries | ~$12–$15 | Persian-spiced chickpea fritters (happy hour special) |
| Burrata and Bastirma | ~$15–$18 | Burrata with bastirma (air-dried cured beef) |
| Lamb Ribs | ~$18–$24 | Slow-braised lamb ribs — one of the most-reviewed Houston dishes |
| Lamb Tartare | ~$18–$22 | Raw lamb tartare preparation |
| Roasted Cauliflower | ~$14–$18 | Wood-roasted, Persian spiced |
| Lavash Cracker | $5.00 | House-made lavash crackers |
| Green Chili Chutney | $5.00 | |
| Koobideh Sliders | ~$12–$15 | Mini ground lamb/beef koobideh kabob sliders (happy hour) |
Corn Ribs confirmed at $12 from PaperCity Magazine opening review. Lavash Cracker and Green Chili Chutney confirmed at $5.00 each from menu-pick.com.
The Lamb Ribs are the hot starter that generates the most enthusiastic reviews — “We feasted on lamb ribs… the Lamb Ribs were very tender and tasty. The sauce made it all the better” (OpenTable). Multiple visitors specifically return for the lamb ribs alongside the sea bass as their two-item core Houston order.
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston — Rumi’s Feast (Main Courses)
The main course section at Rumi’s Kitchen is called “Rumi’s Feast” — 16+ protein selections, each served with a generous side of signature fluffy basmati rice (saffron, dill-fava bean, or Shirin style depending on the protein pairing).
Kabobs & Grilled Proteins
| Item | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Koobideh Kabob | $24 | Lemon and saffron-brined ground chicken, grilled over open fire; saffron basmati rice |
| Beef Koobideh Kabob | ~$26–$28 | Ground beef seasoned with herbs; saffron basmati rice |
| Soltani Kabob | ~$38–$42 | Combined plate: chicken koobideh + beef/lamb selection; saffron rice |
| Lamb Kabob (Yogurt Marinated) | $38 | Lamb marinated in a cooling yogurt marinade; grilled open kitchen; basmati rice |
| American Wagyu Zabuton Kabob | $55 | Cross Creek Ranch–sourced American Wagyu zabuton cut, rubbed with Urfa chili seasoning; grilled; basmati rice |
| Chicken Barg | ~$28–$32 | Boneless premium chicken kabob |
| Shrimp Kabob | ~$32–$38 | Grilled jumbo shrimp |
Prices confirmed from PaperCity Magazine (opening coverage, confirmed): Chicken kabob $24, Lamb (yogurt marinade) $38, American Wagyu zabuton kabob $55.
The American Wagyu Zabuton Kabob ($55) is Rumi’s Kitchen Houston’s premium centerpiece — the zabuton is a short rib cap cut from the chuck, one of the most marbled sections of the Wagyu animal, grilled with urfa chili in the open kitchen. Multiple reviewers name it among the “fantastic” dishes alongside the Chilean sea bass. One reviewer’s order summary: “For main course we ordered the American Wagyu Zabuton Kabob and Soltani kabob with chicken and beef… The wagyu beef medallions were our favorite.”
The Lamb Kabob ($38) — marinated in a cooling yogurt and Persian spice blend — is the traditional pick for guests who want the most authentically Persian protein at Rumi’s. It’s the lamb dish that the restaurant has perfected across all its locations.
Seafood
| Item | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Charred Chilean Sea Bass | $47 | Dill-scented sea bass filet, served with fava-bean basmati rice |
| Roasted Salmon | $36 | Roasted salmon filet; basmati rice |
| Pomegranate Short Rib | ~$42–$48 | Braised short rib, pomegranate reduction — “do not miss” per multiple reviews |
Prices confirmed: Chilean sea bass $47, roasted salmon $36 from PaperCity Magazine.
The Chilean Sea Bass ($47) is the most-reviewed single dish at Rumi’s Kitchen Houston, appearing in virtually every food writer’s recap and most detailed customer reviews: “I was blown away by the Chilean Sea Bass — you have to try it if you like fish.” “Chilean sea bass most of all, it’s like butter every bite from their marinade, so good.” “The sea bass — perfectly cooked to bring out natural flavors.” The sea bass is served with dill basmati rice (fava bean and dill infused) — the specific rice pairing is intentional and transforms the dish.
The Pomegranate Short Rib is the second most-praised entrée: “tender and bursting with flavor;” “generous portion — do not miss;” “the Pomegranate Short Rib… kept us coming back.” Multiple OpenTable and Wanderlog reviewers specifically call it a must-order that they return for.
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston — Sides & Rice
Every Rumi’s Feast protein comes with basmati rice. The rice program at Rumi’s is a deliberate part of the experience:
| Side | Details |
|---|---|
| Saffron Basmati Rice | Standard rice — saffron-tinted grains with signature Rumi’s fluffy texture |
| Shirin Rice | Premium rice — orange zest, barberry (zereshk), pistachio, and almond; “the standout” (Eater Houston) |
| Dill-Fava Bean Basmati | Paired with seafood and braised lamb shank |
| Roasted Cauliflower | Side or starter format |
The Shirin Rice is specifically called out by Eater Houston: “The Shirin rice is a standout, bright with orange zest, barberry, pistachio, and almond.” It is available as a premium rice option alongside many Rumi’s Feast proteins and is the most complex single side dish on the menu.
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston — Salads
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Spinach and Date Salad | Spinach, medjool dates, Persian spicing |
| Watermelon Salad | Fresh, vibrant seasonal salad — praised for its balance |
| Fattoush Salad | Fresh vegetables with toasted lavash croutons |
| Shirazi Salad | Classic Persian tomato-cucumber-herb salad |
| Labne and Tomato Salad | Thick yogurt and fresh tomato salad |
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston — Desserts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Majoon Toffee Cake | House-made Persian toffee-inspired cake — named by multiple reviewers as a must-order |
| Persian Ice Cream Sandwich (IC Sandwich) | Persian ice cream (vanilla, rose water, saffron) in a wafer sandwich — “very light with flavors of vanilla, rose water and saffron” |
| Baklava | Traditional Persian-style baklava |
| Additional house-made desserts | Confirmed house-made (“Dessert is house made — always good to confirm” per OpenTable reviewer) |
The Majoon Toffee Cake is the dessert most specifically mentioned by name across Houston reviews. The Persian Ice Cream Sandwich is the most distinctive item — using traditional akbar mashti (Persian rose water and saffron ice cream) in a wafer format that appears in multiple birthday celebration reviews.
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston — Happy Hour
“Eshgh o Hal” — meaning “happy hour bliss among friends” in Farsi — is Rumi’s Kitchen Houston’s happy hour program.
Days: Monday – Thursday
Times: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
| Happy Hour Deal | Price |
|---|---|
| Signature cocktails (Rumi’s margarita, gimlets, French 75s) | $12 (discounted) |
| Barrel-aged Old Fashioned (3-for-special) | $30 for 3 |
| Happy Hour dishes (chickpea fries, burrata & bastirma, koobideh sliders) | Under $15 each |
Happy hour confirmed from Eater Houston (May 2025) and multiple review sources.
The 3-for-$30 Barrel-Aged Old Fashioned special is the insider happy hour tip from Eater Houston: “If you think you’ll enjoy more than one of Rumi’s barrel-aged Old Fashioneds, opt for the three-for-$30 special.” The Old Fashioned arrives at the table with a poem as a garnish and souvenir — a direct reference to the Sufi poet the restaurant is named for.
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston — Cocktails & Bar
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston operates an elevated cocktail program that uses Persian culinary ingredients:
| Cocktail | Details |
|---|---|
| Barrel-Aged Old Fashioned | Bourbon, Oleo, bitters — arrives with a poem as garnish and souvenir |
| Iranish Coffee | Bruichladdich unpeated Scotch, nocino, coffee, cream, nutmeg sprinkle |
| Rumi’s Margarita | House Persian-influenced margarita ($12 happy hour) |
| Gimlets | Classic ($12 happy hour) |
| French 75 | Classic ($12 happy hour) |
| Forbidden Fruit | Reviewer: “the forbidden fruit cocktail is delicious and will sneak up on you” |
| Paper Plane | “Refreshing and balanced” per reviewer |
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston — Wine Program
Rumi’s Kitchen boasts an eclectic wine list with rare Middle Eastern wines dating back to the 1960s — confirmed on the official rumiskitchen.com Houston page. The wine program is curated specifically to pair with the Persian flavor profile of the menu — pomegranate reductions, saffron rice, herb-marinated proteins, and rich braised meats.
The wine list extends far beyond the Middle Eastern focus to include premium global selections. This is described by wine media as one of the most unusual wine lists in Houston specifically because of the pre-1979 Middle Eastern bottles that are otherwise almost impossible to find in US restaurants.
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston — Brunch Menu
Saturday and Sunday brunch service begins at 11:00 AM. The brunch menu at Rumi’s Kitchen Houston overlaps with the lunch and dinner menus while incorporating brunch-specific Persian dishes. For the current brunch menu, visit rumiskitchen.com/houston-menus — the brunch menu is listed as a separate section.
Is Rumi’s Kitchen Houston Halal?
Rumi’s Kitchen is a Persian restaurant, and Persian culinary tradition is predominantly halal-observant. Multiple reviewers specifically identify it as halal, and the restaurant’s ingredient sourcing is consistent with halal preparation. For definitive confirmation of current halal certification at the Houston location, call (713) 715-7020 or check the official website at rumiskitchen.com.
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston — Private Dining
The Houston location offers a completely private room for groups of up to 36 people — confirmed on the official Houston page. For larger events, Rumi’s Kitchen also offers full-service off-site catering.
Private dining inquiries: (713) 715-7020 or via rumiskitchen.com/houston-home
How Much Does Dinner Cost at Rumi’s Kitchen Houston?
| Scenario | Estimated Per-Person Cost |
|---|---|
| Spreads + shared entrée | $55–$80 |
| Full dinner (spread + salad + entrée) | $75–$110 |
| Full dinner with cocktails | $100–$150+ |
| Full dinner with premium wine | $150–$200+ |
| Happy Hour only (4–6PM, Mon–Thu) | $25–$45 |
Rumi’s Kitchen is listed at the $100+ price tier on Google and Yelp. “Prices skew higher than many Mediterranean options in the city, a premium attributed in part to the carefully curated ambiance” (Eater Houston). Reviewers consistently note that “the portions are satisfactory” for the price, and the communal sharing format means the full table experience can be managed by sharing 2–3 spreads and 2–3 entrées for a group.
Rumi’s Kitchen Locations 2026
Rumi’s Kitchen currently operates at multiple US locations:
| Location | Address | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sandy Springs, GA (Original) | Sandy Springs, GA | The flagship — 15+ years, 14,300+ Restaurant Guru reviews, 4.7/5 OpenTable |
| Houston, TX (Post Oak) | 1801 Post Oak Blvd Ste 120, Houston TX 77056 | Opened 2023 |
| Atlanta, GA (Midtown) | 1175 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA | |
| Washington, DC | DC area | Referenced in Tripadvisor reviews |
For all locations and current status, visit rumiskitchen.com.
Rumi’s Kitchen Sandy Springs Menu
The Sandy Springs location (the original Rumi’s Kitchen) operates with the same core Persian menu — kabobs, spreads, seafood, basmati rice, Persian desserts — in a format very similar to Houston.
Sandy Springs hours: Mon–Thu 11:30 AM–10 PM | Fri 11:30 AM–11 PM | Sat–Sun 11:30 AM–11 PM/10 PM
Parking: Valet only, $3 fee. For to-go pickup, pull into the parking lot and provide the valet attendant with your order name.
Menu at Sandy Springs confirmed at rumiskitchen.com/sandy-springs-menus-dinner. Dishes including lamb kabob, grilled sea bass, fried eggplant, shrimp kabob, and salmon are consistent across locations. The Sandy Springs location has been reviewed by 7,268 OpenTable diners at 4.7 stars — the original that established the Rumi’s Kitchen reputation.
Best Items to Order at Rumi’s Kitchen Houston 2026
Best first-time table order: Oyster Mushroom Hummus + Labneh with Charred Tomato + Charred Chilean Sea Bass ($47) + Shirin Rice — this combination covers the two most-praised starters and the most-reviewed entrée at Rumi’s Houston.
Best meat order: American Wagyu Zabuton Kabob ($55) — the premium cut that most clearly demonstrates what makes Rumi’s Kitchen different from other kabob restaurants.
Best traditional pick: Lamb Kabob ($38) with yogurt marinade — the most authentically Persian protein on the menu, executed at the level that made the Sandy Springs original famous.
Best for fish lovers: Charred Chilean Sea Bass ($47) — “like butter every bite from their marinade.” The definitive Rumi’s Houston dish.
Best starter: Oyster Mushroom Hummus — the item most reviewers call the single best thing they ate all night.
Best happy hour strategy: 4–6 PM Monday–Thursday: chickpea fries + koobideh sliders + burrata and bastirma (all under $15) + 3-for-$30 barrel-aged Old Fashioneds = the full Rumi’s experience at accessible pricing.
Best dessert: Majoon Toffee Cake or Persian Ice Cream Sandwich — get both and split them.
Frequently Asked Questions — Rumi’s Kitchen Houston 2026
What is Rumi’s Kitchen?
Rumi’s Kitchen is an upscale Persian restaurant with locations in Houston (Post Oak), Sandy Springs GA, Atlanta, and Washington DC. Named after the 13th-century Sufi poet Rumi, the restaurant serves authentic Persian cuisine — kabobs, spreads, seafood, basmati rice, Persian cocktails — in an elegantly designed space.
What is Rumi’s Kitchen Houston’s address?
1801 Post Oak Blvd, Suite 120, Houston, TX 77056 (Galleria/Uptown area).
Does Rumi’s Kitchen Houston take reservations?
Yes. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for dinner. Book via OpenTable at the Rumi’s Kitchen website or at rumiskitchen.com/houston-home.
What time does Rumi’s Kitchen Houston happy hour start?
Monday–Thursday, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Cocktails (margarita, gimlets, French 75) discounted to $12; signature Persian dishes under $15; 3-for-$30 Old Fashioned special.
Is Rumi’s Kitchen Houston halal?
Rumi’s Kitchen is a Persian restaurant consistent with halal culinary traditions. Confirm current halal certification directly at (713) 715-7020.
What is the most popular dish at Rumi’s Kitchen Houston?
The Charred Chilean Sea Bass ($47) and the Oyster Mushroom Hummus are the two most consistently named must-order dishes across all review platforms. The Pomegranate Short Rib is the third most praised.
Does Rumi’s Kitchen Houston have a menu PDF?
The official Houston menu is at rumiskitchen.com/houston-menus — separate pages for dinner, brunch, desserts, happy hour, and drinks. No static PDF is published; the menu updates seasonally.
Where can I park at Rumi’s Kitchen Houston?
Complimentary valet in the Post Oak Place parking garage at 1801 Post Oak Blvd.
Rumi’s Kitchen Houston 2026 — Final Take
Rumi’s Kitchen in 2026 is the finest Persian dining experience in Houston — a restaurant that has brought the full ambition of the Sandy Springs original to the Galleria corridor with a design that rivals the best-looking restaurants on the Strip. The Chilean Sea Bass is the dish that will make you tell people about it. The Oyster Mushroom Hummus is the dish that will make you order it again on every visit. The Wagyu zabuton is the dish that will settle any debate about whether Persian kabob culture can compete with any steak tradition on the planet.
At $100+ per person, Rumi’s Kitchen Houston is a commitment. It is entirely worth it.
Reservations: rumiskitchen.com/houston-home or OpenTable
Address: 1801 Post Oak Blvd Ste 120, Houston, TX 77056
Phone: (713) 715-7020
Hours: Mon–Thu 11:30AM–10PM | Fri 11:30AM–11PM | Sat 11AM–11PM | Sun 11AM–10PM
Happy Hour: Mon–Thu 4–6PM | Cocktails $12 | Dishes under $15
