ABOUT US
Caspian Persian Cuisine (formerly Molana Restaurant) has been part of the food industry for 25 years, bringing the authentic flavors of Persia to Watertown. We use only premium USDA Choice meats, world-class Indian Basmati rice, and hand-picked vegetables to ensure that every dish is fresh, healthy, and delicious. Seasoned with directly imported herbs and spices and complemented by a selection of fine English teas, our menu is designed to provide an outstanding dining experience. Visit our family-owned restaurant and see why our guests have been coming back for their Caspian favorites. Join us and taste the difference that quality makes.
Location:
72 Bigelow Avenue
Watertown , MMA 02472
Tel: 617-393-8335
OUR RESTAURANT
Authentic Persian Flavors in Watertown
25 Years of Family-Owned Tradition
25 Years of FamilyFor 25 years, our family has been a proud part of the food industry, bringing the authentic flavors of Persia directly to the Watertown community. Visit our family-owned restaurant and see why our guests have been coming back for their Caspian favorites.Owned Tradition
Committed to the 3 C’s of Excellence
Our goal is to guarantee maximum satisfaction through three simple rules:
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Customer Satisfaction (The Ultimate Goal): Every guest should leave our dining room happy, full, and feeling like family.
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Consistency (The Foundation): We use premium USDA Choice meats, world-class Indian Basmati rice, and hand-picked vegetables to deliver high-quality products every single time.
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Communication (The Bridge): We actively listen to our customers' needs and feedback to constantly improve your dining experience
We are thrilled to share our love for food on the big screen! Watch this MasterChef clip to see the journey, the intense competition, and the signature flavors that inspired the very passionate menu you are enjoying today at our restaurant.
As Seen on MasterChef: Cooking with Passion
Caspian Persian Cuisine, formally Molana Restaurant
Caspian Persian Cuisine, formally Molana Restaurant
Chronicle & WCVB-5 Boston
Fresh, Healthy, & Delicious Ingredients
We use only premium USDA Choice meats, world-class Indian Basmati rice, and hand-picked vegetables to ensure that every dish is fresh, healthy, and delicious
MEET THE OWNERS
Meet MasterChef/Owner
"Hadi Eghbali"
Born in Tehran, Iran, Hadi moved to the U.S. in 1997, discovering his true calling as a Master Chef in Massachusetts. He began cooking at age 16, deeply inspired by his mother, who taught him the rich secrets of traditional Persian stews like Ghormeh Sabzi and Gheymeh. For Hadi, Persian cooking is a beautiful art that engages all the senses. A veteran of the local culinary scene, he successfully operated Molana Restaurant in Watertown for 25 years before opening Caspian Persian Cuisine on January 1, 2026.
Our goal is to guarantee maximum satisfaction through three simple rules:
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Customer Satisfaction (The Ultimate Goal): Every guest should leave our dining room happy, full, and feeling like family.
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Consistency (The Foundation): We use premium USDA Choice meats, world-class Indian Basmati rice, and hand-picked vegetables to deliver high-quality products every single time.
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Communication (The Bridge): We actively listen to our customers' needs and feedback to constantly improve your dining experience
Committed to the 3 C’s of Excellence
Meet Manager/Owner
"Mohsen Tehrani"
A proud Boston resident for 48 years, Mohsen loves the kindness, generosity, and unique humor of the American people. After earning his Business degree and Master’s in counseling from Boston University, he dedicated decades to supporting the local Persian community with emotional and financial guidance. For over 25 years, Mohsen operated the iconic Molana restaurant alongside partner Hadi Eghbali before opening Caspian Persian Cuisine at 72 Bigelow Ave in Watertown. Outside the kitchen, his greatest joy is his family, especially his three triplet sons.
Testimonial
What Our Guests Are Saying
Food brings people together, and nothing makes us happier than sharing our authentic Persian heritage with our wonderful community. Read the experiences of our guests below, or click the link to leave a review of your own!
Dinneer
If you’re looking for your new favorite spot, look no further than new Caspian Restaurant in Watertown! It is such a joy to see Mr. Mohsen Tehrani and Chef Haddi team up again—they’ve created an atmosphere that feels both beautifully upscale and incredibly welcoming.
The food is nothing short of spectacular. Everything we ordered, especially the Soltani and Koobideh, was bursting with flavor and made with clearly premium ingredients. You can really taste the care in every dish! And please, do yourself a favor and try the traditional Persian ice cream—it’s the perfect sweet ending. Whether it’s for a special night out or just a craving for top-tier Persian cuisine, Caspian is the place to be!"
Delivery | Dinner | $ 100+
I had a wonderful experience with Caspian Restaurant. The food was absolutely delicious, with excellent quality and fresh ingredients in every dish. For my wedding dinner, I ordered koobideh and joojeh kabob with rice and grilled tomatoes, and everyone absolutely loved it. The food was flavorful, perfectly cooked, and received so many compliments from our guests.
The staff were also very friendly, professional, and helpful throughout the process, making everything easy and stress-free. I highly recommend Caspian Restaurant to anyone looking for authentic, high-quality Persian food and outstanding service. I will definitely be ordering from them again!
Mehdi SamLocal
Guide Level 3
3 weeks ago
They were very nice, kind and hospitable. The Persian chef personally came and greeted us in the middle of the meal. We got a kashk bademjan and Soltani kebab. The koobideh was very nice and authentic. They gave us a mast o khiar (Persian tzatziki) and extra rice on the house because of a little time that we were waiting as there was a full house on Valentine’s Day.
Meet the Owners
