
Della steak house | دلا استيك هوس
Hafez Street, Shiraz, Shiraz
Restaurant in Shiraz, Iran
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Della Steak House on Hafez Street is Shiraz's Western-format grillhouse option for evenings near Jahan Nama Garden: easy to book, no wine list given Iran's restrictions, and a practical alternative to the city's traditional Persian restaurants. Best suited to travellers wanting a break from kebab-led menus rather than those seeking a distinctly local dining experience. See our full Shiraz restaurants guide for alternatives.
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Della Steak House (دلا استيك هوس): Shiraz Verdict
Getting a table at Della is not the obstacle. Booking difficulty here is low by Shiraz standards, which means you can plan this one closer to your trip rather than weeks in advance. The more relevant question is whether the experience justifies the trip to Hafez Street: and for a steak-focused dinner in a city where Western-style grillhouses are still a relatively narrow category, it is worth knowing what you are walking into before you go.
Della sits directly in front of Jahan Nama Garden on Hafez Street, which puts it in one of Shiraz's more historically layered neighbourhoods. That address is practical information: if you are already visiting the garden or the nearby Hafeziyeh mausoleum, Della is a logical dinner stop that does not require crossing the city. For visitors building a day around Shiraz's cultural sites, the location alone makes it a reasonable anchor for the evening.
The venue presents itself as a steakhouse, positioning it differently from the traditional Iranian restaurants that dominate the Shiraz dining scene. Where places like Soofi Restaurant Complex (مجموعه رستوران های صوفی) lean into kebab and regional Persian cooking, Della is making a different offer: grilled protein, Western preparation formats, and the kind of menu that reads more internationally than locally. That is either exactly what you want after a week of traditional fare, or a reason to skip it in favour of something more distinctly Shirazi.
Iran's alcohol restrictions mean any wine service at a domestic restaurant operates within significant legal constraints. You should not expect a wine list at Della. If wine pairing is a priority for your steak dinner, this is the wrong venue, and frankly, the wrong country for that expectation. What Della likely offers instead is a strong non-alcoholic beverage program, which is standard across Iranian dining. Doogh, fresh juices, and imported soft drinks are the pairing format here. Adjust your expectations accordingly, and the absence of wine becomes a non-issue rather than a dealbreaker.
For a returning visitor to Della, the practical focus shifts to sequencing your order and timing. Arrive earlier in the evening if you want a quieter room; Shiraz restaurant traffic tends to build later. Given the easy booking situation, a same-week reservation or even a walk-in on a quieter weeknight is likely manageable, though calling ahead is always the safer move.
Shiraz has a growing number of casual and mid-range dining options alongside its traditional heavyweights. See our full Shiraz restaurants guide for a broader view of where Della sits in the city's dining picture. For accommodation and other planning, our Shiraz hotels guide and Shiraz experiences guide are useful starting points.
Practical Guidance
Can Della Steak House accommodate groups?
- The venue's positioning as a standalone restaurant rather than a small counter format suggests group dining is feasible.
- For larger parties (6+), call ahead. Arriving in person or checking local aggregators like Snappfood for contact details is the most reliable approach in Shiraz.
- Steakhouse positioning in Iran's dining market typically places this in the mid-to-upper tier for the city, so factor that into group budgeting.
What should I order at Della Steak House?
- The steakhouse format points toward grilled cuts as the core offering. Order from that section rather than peripheral items if you want the kitchen at its strongest.
- Stick to the steakhouse fundamentals.
- For context on what strong regional alternatives look like, Laneh Tavoos Restaurant (رستوران لانه طاووس) in Marv Dasht offers a point of comparison for Fars Province dining if you want to benchmark before visiting.
Can I eat at the bar at Della Steak House?
- Given Iran's alcohol-free dining environment, a traditional bar counter setup is unlikely.
- If counter or casual seating is important to you, this question is best answered on arrival or by contacting the venue directly through local discovery platforms.
- Shiraz's dining scene skews toward table service. For bar-adjacent casual eating in the city, our Shiraz bars guide covers the broader options available.
Quick reference: Easy to book, Hafez Street location near Jahan Nama Garden, steakhouse format, no wine service, no confirmed seat count or hours.
Planning details
- Location
- In Front Of Jahan Nama Garden Hafez Street, شیراز, فارس
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Della positions itself as a refined, steak-forward outpost amid Shiraz’s cultural thoroughfares. Sitting on Hafez Street opposite Jahan Nama Garden, the restaurant reads through the city’s classical sensibilities while translating them into a Western-style steakhouse format. The tone is quietly confident rather than flashy: an elegant, classic dining room that leans on familiarity (single-protein presentations, controlled cooking temperatures) and a sense of local history. That balance between heritage and a meat-centered menu gives Della a historic-elegant feel that appeals to diners seeking a polished, thoughtfully restrained steak experience in a city better known for poets than beef.
Best For
Della is best encountered in the evening as a destination for dinners that mark an occasion: date nights, celebratory tables, and group dinners among friends and family. Its menu centers on flagship steaks (Ribeye and T‑Bone) and hearty accompaniments, so the restaurant suits parties wanting a protein-led meal rather than a shared spread of many small dishes. The setting on a prominent Shiraz street makes it an easy stop after sightseeing or cultural visits nearby, and the focused steakhouse format makes dinner the natural highlight of a visit here.
Ordering Tips
Start with the clearly listed signatures: order a Ribeye or a T‑Bone to experience the restaurant’s core offering, and add Fried Onion Rings and the Bacon Pasta as indulgent accompaniments. Ask your server where the beef is sourced, whether cuts are aged or treated in a particular way, and how it will be cooked, rested, and presented. These questions clarify quality and execution and help you get the most from Della’s protein-focused menu.
Venue details
Ambiance
Friendly and welcoming atmosphere with courteous staff; intimate setting with closely arranged tables and a cozy rooftop terrace, though the space feels somewhat compact for the restaurant type.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Ribeye Steak
- T-Bone Steak
- Bacon Pasta
- Fried Onion Rings
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- In Front Of Jahan Nama Garden Hafez Street, شیراز, فارس
Planning details
Location
In Front Of Jahan Nama Garden Hafez Street, شیراز, فارس · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Soofi Restaurant Complex (مجموعه رستوران های صوفی): Notable alternative
- Baastan Restaurant | رستوران سنتی باستان: Notable alternative
- Bozorgi Restaurant: Notable alternative
- Caesar Italian Restaurant (رستوران ایتالیایی سزار): Notable alternative
- Croll (سی رول): Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Against Shiraz's established dining options, Della occupies a specific niche: the Western-style steakhouse for diners who want a break from traditional Iranian formats. Soofi Restaurant Complex (مجموعه رستوران های صوفی) is the stronger choice if you want Persian cooking done at scale and with regional authority: it is a more distinctly Shirazi experience and the default recommendation for first-time visitors to the city. Baastan Restaurant (رستوران سنتی باستان) similarly leans into traditional formats and is worth prioritising if authentic regional cuisine is your main criterion.
If you want something outside the Persian mainstream, Della and Caesar Italian Restaurant (رستوران ایتالیایی سزار) are the two most relevant alternatives in this peer set: one grillhouse, one Italian. Neither will outperform a traditional Shirazi restaurant on local flavour, but both serve a clear purpose for diners with specific format preferences. Bozorgi Restaurant and Croll (سی رول) round out the comparison set but offer less direct overlap with Della's positioning.
For booking ease, all five venues in this set are accessible without significant advance planning by international standards. Della's Hafez Street address gives it a practical edge for visitors already in the cultural district. If you are choosing purely on location convenience during a sightseeing day, Della wins on proximity to the garden. If you are choosing on the strength of the cuisine itself, Soofi is the more defensible recommendation for most travellers.
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| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Della steak house | دلا استيك هوس | شیراز | No published awards |
| Soofi Restaurant Complex (مجموعه رستوران های صوفی) | شیراز | No published awards |
| Baastan Restaurant | رستوران سنتی باستان | Isfahan | No published awards |
| Bozorgi Restaurant | قم | No published awards |
| Caesar Italian Restaurant (رستوران ایتالیایی سزار) | یزد | No published awards |
| Croll (سی رول) | قشم | No published awards |
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