Long-running U-District Persian spot, kebabs & koobideh
Based on 1,309 reviews
authentic Persian flavorsgenerous portions
consistent quality
plain dining roomparking can be tough
$24/person
Best for: Students and locals craving big-portion Persian comfort food · Vegetarians (multiple stews and rice plates work meatless) · Takeout dinner that holds up well
Busiest: Weekend dinner (6-8pm)
Reservations: Not needed
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6 dishes
Kabob Koobideh
$18.00
Two skewers of seasoned ground beef and lamb grilled over charcoal, served over a mound of saffron-tipped basmati rice
Joojeh Kabob
$19.00
Saffron-marinated chicken skewers, lemony and tender, with grilled tomato and rice
Ghormeh Sabzi
$18.00
Slow-cooked herb and kidney bean stew with tender lamb, tangy from dried lime
Fesenjan
$20.00
Walnut and pomegranate stew with chicken — dark, sweet-tart, and rich
Tahdig
$8.00
The crispy golden crust of saffron rice scraped from the bottom of the pot — the most prized part of any Persian meal
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Shirazi Salad
$7.00
Diced cucumber, tomato, and onion in a lime-mint dressing — a fresh foil to the heavier mains
