Vegan Restaurant

Roya

0 (0 reviews) · $$$$ · Austin · Strict-vegan verified
Fully vegan
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Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.

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We had a great experience here. The food was delicious and truly authentic, and you can tell a lot of care goes into every dish. The staff were warm, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. The atmosphere was comfortable and everything, from the service to the food was excellent. I will definitely be coming back. If you ever expand, please consider opening your next location in San Antonio. I think people here would really appreciate a restaurant like this.

We had a great experience here. The food was delicious and truly authentic, and you can tell a lot of care goes into every dish. The staff were warm, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. The atmosphere was comfortable and everything, from the service to the food was excellent. I will definitely be coming back. If you ever expand, please consider opening your next location in San Antonio. I think people here would really appreciate a restaurant like this.

Roya is one of the most anticipated restaurant openings in Austin — and for very good reason. Austin truly needed a Persian restaurant of this caliber, one that proudly introduces the richness of Persian culture and cuisine to the entire city. From the moment you walk in, it’s clear that Roya is aiming to set a new standard for luxury dining in Austin. The design, ambiance, and attention to detail are absolutely stunning and genuinely upscale. It feels refined, elegant, and thoughtfully curated. We had the pleasure of enjoying several dishes, and everything was outstanding. Chef Amir is exceptionally professional, and it truly shows in the quality and execution of the food. The ingredients are top-tier — including Australian Wagyu beef that was incredibly tender and flavorful. The koobideh kebab was perfectly seasoned and delicious, and the organic chicken kabob was juicy and beautifully prepared. The variety of mezze options was excellent, each one fresh and full of authentic flavor. And to finish, the Bastani and Halva were the perfect ending — traditional, nostalgic, and beautifully presented. Roya isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a cultural experience. Austin has been waiting for a true high-end Persian dining destination, and Roya delivers. Very excited to see it continue raising the bar for fine dining in the city. Also special thanks to Jordan who was fantastic in serving.

Roya is one of the most anticipated restaurant openings in Austin — and for very good reason. Austin truly needed a Persian restaurant of this caliber, one that proudly introduces the richness of Persian culture and cuisine to the entire city. From the moment you walk in, it’s clear that Roya is aiming to set a new standard for luxury dining in Austin. The design, ambiance, and attention to detail are absolutely stunning and genuinely upscale. It feels refined, elegant, and thoughtfully curated. We had the pleasure of enjoying several dishes, and everything was outstanding. Chef Amir is exceptionally professional, and it truly shows in the quality and execution of the food. The ingredients are top-tier — including Australian Wagyu beef that was incredibly tender and flavorful. The koobideh kebab was perfectly seasoned and delicious, and the organic chicken kabob was juicy and beautifully prepared. The variety of mezze options was excellent, each one fresh and full of authentic flavor. And to finish, the Bastani and Halva were the perfect ending — traditional, nostalgic, and beautifully presented. Roya isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a cultural experience. Austin has been waiting for a true high-end Persian dining destination, and Roya delivers. Very excited to see it continue raising the bar for fine dining in the city. Also special thanks to Jordan who was fantastic in serving.

As a Persian in Austin with limited Persian food options, I was very excited about this new restaurant and our first experience was spot on. This is a Persian restaurant with a modern vibe and traditional decor. We enjoyed the ambiance and atmosphere. Service was friendly with modern elevated Persian food that I enjoyed. I’m particularly impressed with the Chef owner’s diverse foods in his restaurants. His dedication to meticulous detail in every aspect from decor and food to service is admirable. You can tell the ingredients are fresh and healthy because I left the place light and satisfied without the usual heavy bloated feeling one gets after eating at many other establishments. Definitely worth visiting and repeating.