What beautiful energy and amazing food. It feels like homemade food, which is very hard to find these days. Just the right amount of everything. A true hidden gem. Will definitely come back! read more

Azizam - Appetizers and drinks - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I came by with a couple of friends because we wanted to see what the hype was all about. We got the Mirza Ghasemi w/ Barbari bread, Kotlet Plate, Turmeric Braised Chicken, Lamb Gheimeh, Kofteh Tabrizi, and the Sholezard for dessert. Turmeric Braised Chicken - The dish was a bit on the basic end, not a lot of seasoning but you could taste the tumeric. Chicken was tender but slightly on the drier side which was a bit surprising considering it was dark meat (6.5/10) Kofteh Tabrizi - The tomato taste was prominent in the broth but the meatball itself was overly salty. The flavor was one note, I can't see myself ordering this again as I've heard this dish should have more complex flavors so I was disappointed (5.5/10) Kotlet Plate - As you can see from my picture, the kotlet was burnt beyond repair and I could taste the bitterness from the overused oil they used to fry it. I did like the yogurt spread and the pickles that came with it but I did not like the kotlet at all. We didn't bother asking them to replace it (4/10) Mirza Ghasemi w/ Barbari bread - The star of this whole experience was the Mirza Ghasemi, the roasted eggplant and tomato spread came cold and it was the most delicious thing we had. One of my friends vacuumed it right up before the rest of us could have seconds. Bread was a bit dry but it was a great vehicle for the Mirza (8.5/10) Lamb Gheimeh - Lamb was tender and it had some nice spices infused in there but it didn't wow me in any way (7/10) Sholezard - Our waitress brought over some complimentary Ceylon tea with the Sholezard which was kind. This rice dessert was not too sweet. The warmth and saffron ended our meal in a comforting way. It wasn't bad but I wouldn't get it again (7/10) +1 star for the service read more

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Amazing!! My 2nd time here, with a chill authentic vibe, right off sunset. You order from counter then self seat or they'll seat you and bring you your food. We ordered the sour cherry limeade, sooo refreshing! Barbari flatbread fresh and warm Eggplant gheimeh , the eggplant was roasted to perfection served with rice soo incredibly flavorful. Manama fried potatoes service with lemon wedge and a dip - you have to eat it all together well paired, potatoes had the perfect softness and crisp. Mirsa ghasemi - roasted eggplant Mix this with the smashed green olives on your babari flat and yes! The tomato Persian cucumber salad was also refreshing, wth great flavors and crunch. This place has been pretty constant of patrons dining. Seems like a real popular place. The employees are friendly The place is clean which makes it easier to dine in. read more

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Love this spot! I've visited twice and tried different things both times. There aren't many Persian restaurants like this one around. The vibes, the service, cleanliness, and food is always consistent and a 10/10. My favorite part is that they don't have the traditional items you're expecting. Everything is so flavorful and different, which really sets them apart from others. I love the potato dish, the wings, chicken, soup. I can't remember the names, but everything is delicious, truly! read more

Azizam - kuku sandevich - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The food was all absolutely delish! The eggplant gheimeh was shockingly good (as somebody who isn't even a big eggplant fan). It was very flavorful and comforting. The chicken and lamb dishes were so tender we didn't touch our knives. Highly recommend getting a mazeh plate to share. The kofteh was also delish and huge! We had a group of five and would have been fine with three entrees+mazeh plate. The vibe of the restaurant is cute but casual. You order at the front before they seat you. Loved the family-style vibe and cute plates. Service was a little bit weird about seating and wouldn't let us sit down while we waited for the rest of our group despite the table being ready and seemed slightly annoyed when we requested a table switch due to being squished against a wall. However food came out quickly and made up for it. read more

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I love Azizam! Took myself on a solo date here about two months ago when I moved into the area. When you first walk in you're welcomed with a cool retro vibe that feels pretty homey. Since it was my first time here I asked the person working at the front ( you have to order up front where they then give you a number) some questions regarding the menu. They were supper attentive and friendly. After I ordered I sat outside to people watch which was honestly really nice. Reminded me of Paris. My food came promptly thus after. The Tumeric braised chicken is amaaazzzinggg the chicken is so juicy and falls off the bone. The rice has some sort of crunchiness to it that compliments the entire flavor profile of the dish. The eggplant dip reminded me of the one my grandmother makes, dipped with the chicken made my meal feel really nostalgic. I've been back four times since and never regret it. One of those meals that just makes you feel really good after! read more

Azizam - turmeric braised chicken, side eggplant gheimeh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Solid 4 stars for Azizam! Order at the counter and someone brings your food all in a very casual ambiance with tons of outdoor seating. Service was helpful with picking out dishes for my first visit. Favorite dish was the Kofteh Tabrizi, a tasty little meat and rice dish served in the shape of a ball with a tasty broth. We also got the Turmeric Braised Chicken was a little disappointing, 3 1/2 stars. Would definitely come back for a casual bite here when craving Persian food in Silverlake. read more

Azizam - Turmeric Braised Chicken, 3 1/2 stars - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Maybe my favorite Iranian restaurant in the whole city. If you look at my Persian food reviews you'll see I'm into the homey and fresh Persian food, which is pretty rare in LA. Azizam hits the spot. I had my doubts and wondered if it was going to be Persian food for non-Iranians but it's totally not. My Persian parents (who themselves are very good cooks of Persian food) also loved it. My absolute favorite is turmeric braised chicken. Tied for second are the kofteh tabrizi and eggplant gheymeh. The fresh herb plate is simple but so fresh and a great starter. Also love the mirza ghassemi. Gonna have to try the rest of the menu soon. But seriously, it sounds so simple but I actually regularly crave the turmeric chicken (and I never crave Persian food!). And they sometimes have tahchin which I'm super picky about but theirs is really good (no rose water!) The servers and owners are so helpful and nice (and always co-sign my desire to get an extra dish). It's also dog friendly outside which is great. read more

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We recently visited this restaurant. The food tasted good and the quality was decent. However, the portion size was really small compared to the price we paid. We felt that the amount of food did not match the cost. Honestly, we did not feel full at all. The photos don't clearly show how small the portions actually were. In person, it was very noticeable. For example, koofteh is a dish that is normally eaten with bread, but they charged us separately for the bread. They asked $3.50 for just two very small pieces. Even the bread portion was small, which was surprising. read more

Azizam - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Trendy little Persian spot in Silverlake?!? Too funny. There was a Pro-Pahlavi Monarchist Protest happening so why not take some family to this spot to try it! - Gheymeh Bademjan (Eggplant): Slices of eggplant were juicy and tender. Sauce was nicely flavored. They hit this one nicely! Sadly, the rice was not it. And for Iranian rice to be subpar in an Iranian restaurant is a cardinal sin, with all due respect - The plate of appetizers were perfect for complementing the meal and the Zeytoon was GAS. Wish the torshi had some garlic cloves and more cauliflower but it was a small gripe - Albaloo Spritz (Sour Cherry): For those not familiar with sweet drinks from Iran, they often have sour cherry syrup/flavoring. Kinda Shirley Temple-like you could say. Wish I could chug 3 of these. - Ash-e-jo: Herbaceous with tender barley. Reminded me of being a kid. Perfect on a cold night. Nice size for sharing. - Kotlet (Ground beef patty): Chunkier consistency than I'm used to but it complemented the crispyness so well. Going to try the sandwich next. Definitely coming back and bringing friends. Staff were kind and constantly coming around to take plates and greet people. Amoo and Padar approved! read more

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Honestly kinda not wanna review this place and keep it my hidden gem lol everything was delicious and maybe a bit Asian fusiony/inspired. It's like a cafe where you place your order at the counter then go to the table with a number. They also serve wine, beer, and sake. The ambiance is nice and there are plenty of outdoor seats with heat lamps. Loved the lamb dish, the baba ghanoush and the chicken dish the most but everything else was also delishhh. Parking is impossible on this street so be ready to circle around multiple times or valet somewhere. read more

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My wife and I went to Azizam to try it, and we had a great experience! We ordered the Zeytoon Parvarde (olives), Mirza Ghasemi, Saffron Wings, Doogh, and Shams Iranian beer. The Saffron Wings are a MUST-TRY! They look simple, but they are absolutely amazing--so tender, flavorful, and the saffron flavor is unreal. I'd highly recommend them! Customer service was excellent as well. Definitely a place we'd come back to! read more

As a Persian, I love going to trendy Persian spots with a twist on the old school recipes I grew up on. Azizam has a cute cafe ambiance with some middle eastern touches. The mirza gasemi eggplant dip was one of the best I've had. You have to order bread separately, but at least they have tasty fresh made barbari bread. The tongue and kotlet sandwiches were a little hard to eat with the way the bread was cut, but they were both good in flavor and taste. Located in Silverlake, so parking is a nightmare as expected. But great place to try some dishes you may not find at your traditional Persian restaurant. read more

Azizam - roasted eggplant (mirza ghasemi) - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

one of my favorite restaurants in LA. mazeh plate is unlike anything i've ever had defffff get the herbs and eggplant. the turmeric rice chicken is so flavorful and tender and there's so many pinches of pickle which i LOVE. they use long grain rice which soaks up everything perfectlyyyy affordable (everything around $20) and very easy casual counter service style. please come to explore diverse cuisine and support small businesses. so well deserving of all its accolades read more

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The food is very delicious. The service is pretty good at daycare. If there is anything less they can take care of you the ambience is pretty cool as well. Overall we went to this place a few times and I really like and enjoyed it. read more

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You know when you've seen a restuarant pop on the Eater LA, you know it's going to be good! As you walk in, you order first and then take a seat. The water is self serve which is nice as I do drink a lot of water. lol. There an outside and inside seating. I love sitting outside and people watch as you eat. The vibes are amazing. I've been here two times now and I still wanna go back! The first time we got the mirza Ghanem which is an eggplant and tomato dip. It was well seasoned and had a nice crispy onions on top. We ordered barberi bread with it. We then got the chicken plate, so full of flavor and also got the kofteh tabrizi. I'm so excited again to come and try even more! read more

Azizam - turmeric braised chicken roasted eggplant (mirza ghasemi) - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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It's one of the best authentic Persian food, make sure you order the shams beer and Sharbat as a drink because you cannot find it anywhere else, The turmeric rice and Chicken was so delicious. It's so hard to find a parking, but there is a lot of street parking close by. Dorrin was amazing!! Great customer service:) read more

Azizam - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Super cute spot. Parking can be hard since it's right on a busy area on Sunset but I was able to find a meter. I dined here on a Friday evening with a friend and although it was pretty busy and there are no reservations, we were still able to find a seat. You order at the counter and then take a number to a seat, and there is a little counter to help yourself to water and small plates/bowls for sharing. I tipped 20% at the counter but did a lot of other work myself grabbing water/plates, however the service was absolutely spectacular from the front of house workers! We got a mazeh plate with mirza ghasemi (eggplant dip), shirza (cucumber tomato salad), and fresh herbs. From the hot dishes we got the kofteh tabrizi (meatball) based off a worker recommendation. We usually don't order desserts but it looked so good and we ordered the ferni, a cardamom/rosewater custard with pistachio. Drinks also drew us in and I got the sour cherry limeade albaloo spritz and my friend got the Al's Palmer. Everything was soooo good!!! Our top fave must rec dishes: mirza ghasemi and the ferni. Loved the fresh herbs to eat them with the bread and the dip. It was a perfect meal for a hot summer day! read more

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Genuinely SO good. Ordered: Beef Tongue Sandwich, Turmeric Braised Chicken, Seasonal Vegetable Yogurt, & Tamreh. The portions were perfect. Service: We arrived right at 12pm, ordered and got our food less than 10 minutes later! The server was gorgeous & kind. read more

Azizam - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Cashier help me pick my item as I described I need a snack before band dinner in 2 and what a great selection and food delivery time. Great side walk seating. A must try! read more

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Hello, I recently came to Azizam with some friends for dinner and it was a lovely time! We heard they serve authentic Persian food here and is a fairly new restaurant owned by a young couple so we were very excited to experience it. The food was absolutely incredible! Each dish was filled with flavor and robust with heartiness. I ordered the turmeric chicken which was so delicious and satisfying. The chicken fell off the bone because it was cooked to perfection while still being juicy. I took my leftovers home and enjoyed it the next day as well. The best part was the outdoor seating ambiance that elevated the dining experience. The interior is also tastefully done and gives a warm, inviting feeling as soon as you walk in. Overall, I found everything to be aesthetically pleasing and enjoyable. Would definitely revisit and recommend! read more

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Ever since my first visit to Azizam, I have not had a disappointing meal! The service has been consistently friendly, and the employees are patient if you have questions about the menu. I also like that they offer an outdoor patio for seating, and while it can be busy, I've usually had good luck finding a table. The turmeric braised chicken comes with a very tender chicken leg and a substantial portion of a yellow fava bean rice with fried shallots. It's a filling and satisfying dish, and I often order it. The kotlet sandwich comes with flavorful beef and potato croquettes on their seeded house bread. Their desserts are also great; while I enjoy their rice pudding and their milk custard, I love that their Shirini Napoleoni comes with a seasonal jam that melds well with the pastry cream and flaky layers. Combined with the cozy environment, this is a great place to have a meal. read more

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Couldn't have asked for a more lovely lunch at Azizam on a sunny Sunday afternoon. We arrived around 2pm and got seated immediately (likely missed the lunch crowd rush). Service prompt and friendly. Food was soooo tasty! Shared two appetizers (smashed green olives and the roasted eggplant) and tumeric chicken main. Perfectly seasoned and so flavorful. Pomegranate beer was a refreshing drink to down this delicious food. What was there not to love? read more

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High quality ingredients and friendly service. My favorite item was the turmeric braised chicken - this dish may have been lighter in flavors but the flavors of the rice and tender chicken were well-balanced in my opinion. The kofteh tabrizi dish was an interesting fragrant meatball. The beef tongue sandwich was a fresh and clean tasting sandwich and I especially liked the perfect tenderness of the beef tongue. Everyone in my party thought the fresh herb plate was nothing special. I felt the fresh herb plate was just a bunch of uncooked vegetables eaten with the cheese and Barbari bread. Prices are pretty affordable but portions are on the smaller side. Overall, their food tastes like home cooking using fresh and high quality ingredients, but none of the food I had here really stood out to me as exceptional or having a deep depth of flavor. read more

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Pace is very casual on sunset blvd. I dropped in for lunch and was lucky enough to get a good parking spot on the boulevard.. I was surprised by how much I liked the beer yoghurt, that was great. The olive dish and the salad were good, but the beet yogurt is what will drive me back. Service was good. read more

Azizam - Mex plate with beet yogurt, olives, and salad - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

What can I say, great food and great casual little vibe. The beef tongue sandwich was stellar. Too good. Good neighborhood spot to just pop in as you walk by. read more

Azizam - Beef tongue sandwich - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I will always be a fan of Azizam. Their food is delicious, the outdoor patio is so cute, and the staff are very friendly. Everything I've tried here has been fantastic. Cannot wait to continue coming back. read more

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A very rainy evening in Los Angeles forced a quick audible change to our dinner plans. Azizam was the spot we landed on since we knew it had covered seating. The restaurant is small but bright and cheerful and we were really lucky to get a table under the heat lamps, so we were cozy. The staff was really friendly and seemed genuinely happy to serve us. I didnt get pics of the food because we were so wrapped up in catching up with each other, but let me say this; it was all gorgeous. And, beyond tasty. We got a small platter of appetizers for the table that included smashed olives, cucumber salad, and pickled vegetables. Yum! A cup of lentil soup came out, plus two sandwiches on their amazing bread, plus fried potatoes and the rice special. Dessert was a cream bun and a pistachio cake. Both were stellar. Definitely put this place on your list! read more

Azizam - Menu - Fall 2025 - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

It was a perfect experience. I visited on a late Friday night with my gf and we were treated so well. The food is delicious and the staff were so sweet. The braised beef cheek and braised lamb had me smiling the whole meal. So good! I wish I had 2 stomachs I wanted to keep eating but I was at capacity. The side of potatoes was perfectly seasoned, I can't wait to go back. I keep thinking about my meal. Cool spot! read more

This place is one that you'll find yourself coming back to and craving! Their limited edition sumac turmeric wings were so tasty and I always love their sabzi and small plates. Really warm home cooked feeling food but with friendly quick service. Great simple Persian food if you're in need of a quick dinner and they're plenty of outdoor casual seating and restroom. read more

Azizam - make it a mazeh plate! - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Ok i went a second time and i underrated Azizam. The turmeric chicken and rice is an ELITE dish and the yogurt is out of control. Amazing spot and one of the gems of LA read more

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*** Los Angeles Times 101 Best Restaurants (2024): #21 *** Excellent food, great service, and cozy atmosphere. Located on Sunset Blvd in Silver Lake, Azizam is a pretty cool spot. Came here this past Monday night for dinner around 6:30pm for my first time. The line to order was ~10 minutes long, and we were seated about 5 minutes after ordering. To eat, the two of us split the turmeric braised chicken ($16), eggplant khoresht ($14.50), fresh herb plate ($7.50), a Shams pilsner beer ($6), and a shirini napoleoni dessert ($9). The turmeric chicken was my favorite dish of the night, but everything was delicious. If you're in the area, I would definitely recommend checking this place out. read more

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Azizam is such a good neighborhood spot. All their dishes are fresh and flavorful (and feel good for you), and the prices are reasonable too. The mazeh plate with feta and herbs, shallot yogurt, and shirazi salad was the perfect appetizer to keep snacking on. The kotlet sandwich was super satisfying, and the turmeric braised chicken and rice was genuinely the most tender chicken I've had. I'll be back so soon! read more

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I have never eaten anything like this before. It was piping hot and the most amazing comfort food. I also like that they had to sign that they donated to support immigrant defense funds. Cute as hell inside too and not expensive at all! Almost shockingly so. read more

Azizam - Deliciousness - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came with my Persian friend for 'homecooking food' after L.A. Phil concert, only 10 minutes from the Music Center. No kabobs, just home-style Persian dishes and sandwiches that you won't find in L.A. or OC. * kofteh Tabrizi - beef ball (similar in texture and flavor to the Shanghainese 'lions head' meatball) * turmeric jindori chicken - very good fall-off-the-bone chicken leg, only wish the rice wasn't so soft and mushy. * mirza ghasemi - cold eggplant dip, similar to baba ganoush, goes great with the warm house bread! * ferni - yogurt-like custard dessert that is an acquired taste for non-Persians but I liked it. First visit but won't be the last. Next time I want to try their beef tongue sandwich! PARKING caveat - Trying to find street parking in front can be near-impossible. Your best bet is one of the side streets. I advise going before dark, as downtown Silver Lake, gentrified or not, looks and feels sketchy even during the day. Don't take your nice car. read more

Azizam - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Flavors were light, everything was tasty. I got the chicken leg, which was one chicken leg. The eggplant dip was really good. Order at the counter and they bring your food out to you. Small casual spot with plenty of seating for lunch on a Saturday. Parked at a meter out front. read more

Azizam - turmeric braised chicken - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

**MUST ORDER: mazeh plate wild shallot yogurt, smashed green olives, and mirza ghasemi. You can thank me later. Also. The fried potatoes!!! Also. The Albaloo spritz. Azizam is currently my go-to place to bring out of town guests. It's order at the counter, both indoor and outdoor seating, you never have to wait too long (on a Saturday night I waited 20 mins for a group of 3). Food: The appetizers are truly the stars of the show and are served with delicious fluffy barbari bread when you get the mazeh plate. Smashed green olives (6/5): incredible flavor, so addicting Mirza ghasemi (10/5): I love an eggplant dip to begin with. But this one with the tomato and all the flavor is so incredible. I can't even explain how good it is you just have to try for yourself. Wild shallot yogurt (10000/5): this is my #1 favorite dish I get it every time. The yogurt is so high quality - creamy with delicious flavor, and the shallots/mint/oil complement the freshness so well. Fried potatoes (100/5): SO crispy, PERFECT amount of spice and flavoring. Each piece is a different size so you get a varying amount of soft potato vs crispy edge each bite. Turmeric braised chicken (5/5): literally falls off the bone. Really good flavor, a solid dish. Not worth (in my opinion): Kofteh tabziri - it's basically a giant ball of rice and meat mixed together. Ends up being kind of mushy? And I didn't love the fruit center. read more

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Very cute dinner spot with fair prices. It's order at the register style but not at all fast casual, the waiters were very attentive and brought the food to us. My friend who is Persian was super impressed with the kotlets! read more

My friends and I planned on hitting up Azizam for a meet-up so arrived on a Saturday night to a tons of parked cars on the street and a pretty packed restaurant. As others have mentioned, parking is horrendous and it's pretty much luck of the draw with street parking (meted until 8pm). The place is very warm feeling with the insides painted a light orange/beige and just feels like a grandma's home. I really enjoyed the warmth as it set the mood for the meal. You order and then grab a seat but there are servers who are there to help coordinate seats among the small tables. We got an assortment of dishes to try family style: JIdori Chicken - My favorite of the night. Chicken was moist and tender, rice was full of flavor and soft but not mushy. The little bit of veges helped balance out the flavors and temperatures. Kofteh Tabrizi - Also pretty good. Not sure if I tasted much of the meat mixture as it felt more like grains and beans, like a vege patty. The flavors overall were a bit muted as well and decent and still worth ordering. Others that were fine were the fried potatoes, the wild shallot yogurt, and the shirmal. All find accompaniments but nothing to rave home about. Overall, the food was good and I'd rate it more of a 3, the service was helpful and they were attentive and accommodating so that's what boosted the rating. I personally wouldn't suggest it for a meal but I'd also gladly come back if someone else suggested it. read more

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Great introduction to middle eastern food and the staff help you with that very well! First you stand in line to order at the counter, and then they'll give you a number to take to the table. Seating is indoors and outdoors, with heaters outside. Servers are super attentive to your needs. Food: We got the mazeh plate with an eggplant dip, which was amazing. The pickles on the side with the bread and herbs made a great combination of flavors. The Kofteh was an interesting dish, kindof like a big meatball but in warm soup. The jidori chicken was very tender, and the turmeric rice was flavored well. Got the neopolitano dessert, amazing. Similar to a puff pastry layered with a light cream. read more

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