Wow!!! The food here is so good! We were a party of 5 for lunch...around 1pmish. This place is popular...it gets busy. The service: Our server, Damani, had excellent recommendations. He was very attentive and extremely pleaseabt, top shelf all around - 5 stars The food: we ordered "family style" like he recommend. We started with the appetizers.... Humus Mirza Ghasemi Dolmeh Labne Watermelon salad For our entrees (to share) we ordered: Chicken kabob Salmon Lamb kabob Soltani kabob Family style just meant they put all the meats on one platter with bread at the base and a couple of platters of diverse types of basmati rice Everything was so delicious, including the nice warm bread they kept bringing a steady supply of - 5stars Ambience is nice and upscale. The decor is beautiful. The bar was very inviting. I was with a group this time but I plan to go back by myself and I'll definitely be enjoying the bar! - 5 stars Highly recommend this place! I loved everything. About our experience! Our server was Damani, ask for him, he will get set up right! read more

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In my most recent visit I experienced the worst service I have ever had in Rumi's Kitchen. First, the dish I wanted was sold out and it was only 8pm. Then I ordered albaloo polo, à la carte koobideh kabob and Mast Khiyar. But my server forgot to place the order of the last dish. And it took over 40 minutes' wait to get my food. Worse, there was no diced cucumbers in the yogurt. Probably they mistook my order for Mast Musir which is yogurt with shallots. Worst of all, even if the restaurant says it accepts OpenTable dining credits, the dining credits actually could not be used in the restaurant! Or at least, the staff did not know how to use it. No apologies, no remedies. I was disappointed. For a reference, I dine in at Rumi's Kitchen (Colony Sq/Sandy Spring branch) at least twice a month. read more

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Im a big fan of Persian food & so is my mom, it was a no brainer that we had to check out this place. Let's just say that Rumi's Kitchen exceded our expectations! Let's start of with how beautifully embellished the restaurant is. It's a refined fusion of modern elegance & old-world Persian heritage, that celebrates Persian hospitality & culture. You're greeted by the hostess that radiates warmth and geniality. Once seated you're gifted a complimentary starter Sabzi Plate that includes fresh herbs, feta cheese, walnuts, Castelvetrano olives, crunchy radish, and premium walnuts. It also comes with side of freshly baked Persian flatbread. We ordered a plethora of dishes. Our favorite plates were the hummus [we paired with the mushroom add on], lamb chops, and the Adas Polo rice. Trust me get the Adas Polo rice, it absolutely mouthwatering. As for beverages there is a variety of curated cocktails that we tasted but my top pick had to be the Tehran Mule! As for desserts our favorite was the Persian ice cream sandwich, it has unique flavors with rose being one of them. So good! For parking they offer a combination of valet services and validated garage parking depending on which location you go. The dress code is business casual. It's a perfect place for any accession, I definitely am planning on coming back to try more dishes. Take my word and come check it out! Your taste buds will thank you! read more

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A Spectacular Dining Experience! The atmosphere, the service, and the food were all truly spectacular. Every part of the evening exceeded our expectations. The Chilean sea bass was cooked to absolute perfection--tender, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The grilled shrimp paired with the coconut rice was another standout, rich and satisfying without being heavy. From start to finish, it was an excellent dining experience. If you're anywhere in the Atlanta Metro area, I highly recommend making this a stop on your list. It's well worth. read more

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Went here for the first time on Valentine's Day this year and had a really great experience. We had a 5 PM reservation and although there was a short wait, it was completely understandable since they were very busy that evening. We were seated on the patio, which was packed but still had a warm and pleasant atmosphere. Our server Jam provided outstanding service from start to finish. He was attentive, mindful of my dietary restrictions, and always made sure we had everything we needed, whether it was water refills or placing another order. He checked in on us several times without being overwhelming and truly made our special occasion feel even more special. The food was delicious. We ordered the mushroom hummus, yogurt duo, and the vegetable kebab, and everything tasted fresh and flavorful. The yogurt duo was my favorite. It was so good that we ended up ordering a second portion. The vegetable kebabs were not your typical boring vegetables. The grilled pineapple was such a pleasant surprise and added a really nice flavor that paired perfectly with the vegetables, rice, yogurt, and the sabzi they bring out at the beginning. The feta cheese tasted very fresh and light. We also got the flourless chocolate cake to go and were really impressed with how rich and flavorful it was, especially for a gluten free dessert. This is a great place for a date night, special occasion, or honestly anytime you want really good food. We will definitely be back. read more

Rumi's Kitchen - Mushroom hummus - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Decided to come here for a birthday dinner, especially since we haven't been to this location since they reopened after the renovation. The space has a much more open feel to it, which was nice to see. Started with the hummus, which was excellent. For entrees, had the chinjeh and the sea bass. The chinjeh tasted good, was slightly overcooked (I ordered medium) but was fine to eat. Wife really enjoyed the sea bass. The rice for both dishes were quite tasty. Our server, Jonathan, was excellent. Very attentive and always checked to see if everything was okay. Still don't understand why parking ($3) is charged separately. It should be complimentary and then we just worry about tipping. read more

Valet parking was $2 a steal! Place was packed on a Friday night even though we had a reservation we still had to wait a bit but it was worth it. Baked eggplant dip with pita bread was delicious, generous portions. The steak kabobs were soooooo good very tender and flavorful. Didn't care for the sides it came with. Dessert really hit, spiced mousse cake with vanilla ice cream. Also had the Pistachio Passport gin based cocktail and cousin had Shazdeh Garden vodka based cocktail, both were excellent read more

The price very very high after they renovated this location.I see big jump in price and portion are smaller. There are other Persian restaurants similar there price little less. read more

Wow! Amazing food, minor error with order that was compensated for in an above and beyond manner!! Beautiful restaurant! We will be back!!

This place is so good, excellent wine list !!! Update: they continue to delight all the senses with the food presentation and world class wine sections. read more

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Honestly one of my fav spots in Avalon! Persian food that's to die for. I've had almost all apps and main entres and nothing disappoints. Flavors shock the taste buds and ambiance is fantastic. Fully immersed into the dining experience. Staff is happy and so helpful. Highly recommend! read more

Amazing food and service ! The ambiance was incredible as well. I definitely recommend dining here. The beef kabobs were really flavorful and juicy! We got them cooked medium rare and we enjoyed it. The rice was pretty flavorful and we enjoyed the greens bean too. The eggplant dish was great! It paired very well with the bread. The service was incredible ! Our server was very attentive and came to refill our waters and change our plates. He even brought out a dessert as we were celebrating a birthday. read more

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Awesome birthday celebration! We were a large party of almost 20. We were greeted upon arrival and then the manager came over to greet us and tell us a limitless about the dining experience we were about to have. We had a curated menu with several options for our 3 course meal -appetizers, entrees and desserts. Everything was delicious! Portions were generous and the experience was fantastic! read more

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Taleah was our server. She's awesome. Great personality with excellent service . She explained everything and recommended a side which turned out delicious. The rice was heavenly. Atmosphere is very nice. Very romantic setting. There's valet too! I definitely recommend this restaurant at this location. I will definitely come back when i visit next in the spring/summer 2025. read more

Rumi's Kitchen - Lamb Kabob - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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I went to this amazing place before catching my flight to Istanbul. Here is the summary of my amazing experience at this place in the Sandy springs location. 1) Ambiance 5/5: This is a fine dining restaurant with pleasant decor and ambiance which is soothing and inviting at the same time. The lightly dim light sets the mood and you can have date nights here as well. The only thing is that this place has little to no parking so get ready to have valet parking here. 2) Service 6/5: Although it was very crowded on a weekday and we did not have a prior reservation, we were pleasantly surprised to get seating pretty quick and also the food service was really quick. The people service us were helpful, pleasant and resourceful. 3) Food 5/5: Here is the summary of the food we had: a) Mirza Ghasemi: This is a Persian twist on my favorite Indian eggplant dish called baigan bharta. This was is less spicy and delicious. We all loved it. The quantity was great as well. It was served with Pita bread b) Chicken Kabob with Shirin: We had the option to swap the rice with anything on the menu. We tried the chicken kabob with Shirin which is a flavorful rice with orange zest, pistachios, almonds, and barberry. It was delicious and people who like sweet rice would love it. The chicken was tender and juicy with a great flavor profile. The server divided it into two plates and brought it for us. The quantity is good enough for 2 people. 4) Value for Money 5/5: At first it might look that this place is costly which is true but when you look at the food portion and the experience you are getting with such amazing service, this is totally worth it. I am coming back very soon to experience this place again :) The Good: 1) Quick Service 2) Ambiance 3) Food portions read more

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Great Persian food! Love the pilafs and the lamb shank!! The drinks are top notch and so glad that the Persian restaurants are having a moment with the Atlanta food scene read more

Absolutely loved my meal! The service was super quick which was great because we were super hungry . I split my dish and it was the perfect portion. I had the Chicken Kabob but switched the regular rice with the Shirin rice. The Shirin rice is sweet so if you prefer the standard salty rice, I'd recommend a different option though I think they have 6 different rice options to choose from! The chicken had a yummy marinade and it just tasted like juicy, great grilled chicken. Definitely recommend it. The restaurant is a bit loud but overall great experience and food was amazing. Would definitely return. read more

Rumi's Kitchen - Chicken Kabob with Shirin rice - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

This place is exceptional!!! I cannot even put into words how good Rumi's Kitchen is because there are no words. The parking lot is small, but they offer valet (and it might be the only option?). If you go on a weekend night, I would recommend getting a reservation because this place gets packed. The atmosphere is can feel kind of upscale and the decorations inside reflect the elegance of the restaurant. It was my first time going there and my server was very helpful in telling me about the best options. I ended up ordering the Chicken Barg and it was exquisite. The chicken was so juicy and tenderthe meat was so easy to cut through. I also really liked the rice. I ate a bit of the Baklava that my friends ordered and it was also good! While this is an expensive restaurant, I think that the amount of food on a plate as well as the food quality is worth it. I would highly recommend going here, whether it is for a casual or special event in your life. read more

Rumi's Kitchen - Gheymeh, Chicken Barg, Hummus - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Watch out for valet!! They parked our car in an illegal spot and we got a ticket in the mail for $85!!!! Fighting with the restaurant to get it resolved. Food and service gone down since reopening. Prices extremely high especially at lunch. They don't have a lunch menu! No greeting or water for our table of 4 until we tracked down waiter. Several items I like no longer on the menu. Falafel are tiny, green inside (?) and mushy - did not enjoy. This place used to be my fave. I will not return. read more

Sick for two days The fresh "herbs" caused severe diarrhea for two days. No answer to four emails. There is no telephone number on website. Pita bread was "recycled "to another table as we left. AVOID. Zero stars read more

This is the lowest rating I can ascribe for food THIS good. Allow me to start with the positives -- the food here is SO well-executed. Rice varieties, freshly baked pita, phenomenal grill selection, and truly sublime spreads make this a culinary destination alongside Delbar or Yalda. I have successfully eaten here exactly one time. I wish I could even get close to the front door... on a weeknight. I have now had multiple incidences (x3 times since my first successful attempt) where my reservation times have been all but ignored. There is not seating to wait for your table to be called, so future diners are forced into corners and very much in the way of servers trying (valiantly, I might add) not to drop plates of grilled meats at patrons. We had specifically requested a table indoors (my wife at the time was 9 months pregnant) only to be shown an outside table in 30-degree weather. Space heater non-withstanding, we would not have specified if we did not have a reason for doing so, and honestly, preference is enough a reason if given the choice through OpenTable or any other online reservation engine. During our last attempt at dining here, upon recalling our car from the valet after waiting 45 minutes for a "reserved" table to no avail with nowhere to wait comfortably, the valet asked how we liked the restaurant. We told them nicely that we were unable to be seated despite having a reservation. The valet remarked "wow that's the 3rd time tonight I've heard that." Stop overbooking your restaurant. It's insulting as you have plenty of demand to turn tables and generate profit -- no need for manufactured scarcity. Also, any investment in sound deadening would be welcome as you cannot hear a thing in the restaurant which makes talking to the people at your table impossible. 2/5 is generous given how poorly we've been treated as eager diners who gave this place multiple shots. read more

Rumi's Sandy Springs is still a favorite for Persian cuisine. I haven't been in a while but went for my friend's birthday dinner. The restaurant is located next door to IHOP (use this as your landmark if you have trouble finding it) and they offer valet parking. As usual, the service was on point, the food tasty with plentiful portion sizes, and the drinks perfect. Side note: They have three locations in the Atlanta and metro Atlanta areas so you have options. read more

The food at this location is good, but not as good as their midtown location. We enjoyed our meal, but I think my expectations were too high after my experience in midtown. The difference in service was also completely different. read more

Went to lunch with my team yesterday. Keep in mind it is valet parking only - $2 plus gratuity. There is a lot of seating and a nice, upscale vibe. For some reason we were seated near the door despite there being many other empty tables and kept getting the cold draft every time the door open/closed. We ordered the Roasted Crimini & Oyster Mushroom Hummus and Short Smoked Salmon Hummus to share. The mushroom one was okay and the smoked salmon one was really good. It was not busy at all but the service was very slow. My coworker and I had to leave early for a meeting so we were not able to get our food & our takeout bags were mixed up. I had originally ordered the Lamb Shank and ended up with the Chicken Barag. The chicken was seasoned well but very dry. I had high expectations but this was a disappointing experience. read more

Great service! Delicious food! Cozy inside! We came here in a 8 person group and the food was on point! We got most of the appetizers and we can't complain! The food tastes as good as it looks. This is a great spot for dates and family gatherings! read more

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Lovely restaurant with beautiful decor and ambiance. Even on a Monday it was very crowded. Service was great for our large group as well. I had a couple of different glasses of wine, which were all excellent. The falafel, hummus, and chicken wings were all delicious to start. I loved the veggie platter and pita that came complementary to start as well. For my entree I got the sea bass, which was great quality and tender; however I do wish there was some sort of sauce with the dish. I asked for hummus on the side because it needed something. The rice was tasty but would have been better with potatoes or veggies as well for such a price of this entree. We also tried the white chocolate cake for dessert, which didn't taste chocolate-y at all but was still soft and lightly sweet. Overall, it was a nice dinner spot though, the flavors just lacked across the board. read more

Rumi's Kitchen - Seabass - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Update: it has been quite some time since my last visit. And as we all know the restaurant experience can change over time. However, let me just say this ... Rumi's never fall fails to impress! I made reservations for my sister's birthday, and even though we showed up early, they were still able to seat us, which is huge, considering that this restaurant is NEVER lacking for patrons. Excellence in server- client experience, cuisine and ambiance, Rumi's checks all the boxes. They offer valet service for $2, offering very prompt and courteous service. And there's always police presence to assist with exiting the parking lot, as the restaurant is located along an extremely busy stretch of Roswell road. On to the Cuisine: As she'd never had the pleasure of partaking in Persian cuisine, we ordered various plates, sharing samples from my choices. Amongst sad choices were the lamb shank, dolmeh, salmon hummus & barg kabob, subbing Shirin rice for the saffron basmati. The dolmeh, with its bright exit of pomegranate really stood out. That was until the birthday dessert of Persian ice cream arrived. The ice cream is a vanilla base, infused with saffron, rosewater, & pistachio. This dessert is an *undeniable star*, as standard restaurant desserts go. It would be wise to note that several of their entrees are large enough for 2 people. And last but definitely not least, the ambiance is very classy. I would rate the noise level as moderate, due to the high guest-countl, clatter of silverware & plates, and buzzing convo's. No matter, as Rumi's aura is always one of "happy / celebratory / lovely night out". Bon Appétit read more

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The best Persian food hands down. The other Persian brands can't even compete with Rumi's taste or quality...

Love the food, portions...service and ambiance were nice (maybe a little to dark). However the bill did not reflect what I consumed. I had the lamb neck meal and 2 glasses of Rose wine....my receipt is shown below! Yes...$154.41! There was a $100 minimum because we had a party of 10...still cannot figure how my bill was $154 for a $35 entree, 2 glasses of wine. read more

Rumi's Kitchen - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Price: $$$ (Average $45 per person) Food: * * * * Service: * * * * * Ambiance: * * * * Went here on a Friday night with my wife. We have been here many times before since it's one of her favorite o places to visit. Great spot for date night! The decor is on-point! Making you feel like you are in a whole other country. Great atmosphere and friendly staff. The food is fantastic! I love the saffron rice, and the bread..!! Yum. The chicken barg is also another one of those menu items that is phenomenal. To finish the night off, we shared the flourless cake. It was a keen to a brownie. Chocolaty goodness. Make this is a stop next time you're around Sandy Springs! You will not be disappointed. read more

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Amazing staff, very welcoming. We came in around 3pm on a Thursday, we were seated immediately. Service was quick as well. We ordered the lamb hummus and another dish. We ended getting full from the complimentary pita and appetizers so we didn't get a main dish. We also ordered a drink as well. This is a feast date spot or quick bite at the bar. Welcoming scenery, does look like a more formal place but we had on very casual clothes and they seated us anyway/ read more

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I have eaten here a number of times and this is my favorite restaurant when I am entertaining. I can always depend on consistency of great service and delicious food. The portions are generous and dishes are well made. For the vegetarians, the falafel is excellent and not the typical kind you find else where. It's flavorful and tender. The meat eaters can order pretty much anything and will be happy. read more

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We came here for Christmas Dinner. Food for Vegans is very slim, yet our Server Ellen was great. Amongst the holiday busyness, we had no issues with the timing of ordering & receiving our food. We weren't too happy about being seated all the way in the back by a closed door with an affixed fire extinguisher, yet understand the occupancy as such. Our selections: *Ghasemi Mirza - Blended smoked eggplant, tomato & garlic. *Salad Fattoush - Heart romaine ,herbs ,tomato heirloom & buttermilk dressing. *Lamb Rack - Rice basmati raisin & lentil, garlic, rosemary & saffron. *Complimentary Garnish - Green olives, greens & radishes. *2 glasses of Sauvignon Cabernet' Dust Diamond 'Point Trig. Pulling into Rumi's is an extreme effort of patience while the police officer directs traffic. The Valet team needs help as they were not able to manage the influx of customers especially in the cold & rain. Could be a one off due to the holidays. If Rumi's ever expand their menu for more of plant based presence, I'd return. *Service: 5/5 *Menu: 3/5 *Taste: 3/5 *Portion: 3/5 *Price: 3/5 *Atmosphere: 4/5 *Overall Experience: 4/5 read more

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Service, food, and drinks were excellent. Highly recommend Jessica! We will ask for her if we go back. She made sure we loved everything.

4.5* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 5* 03/18/2024 We were in the Atlanta area to attend the Persian wedding of some very good friends who we've shared a lot of good food with and this was on the short list of their favorite restaurants in the area. That alone was reason enough that we just had to stop here for dinner before leaving...and that we did! I can't say enough about the quality and taste of all of the food and drinks that we had, all of it so fresh, moist and tasty - if I could give it more than 5*, I would! We started with drinks - my wife opting for the Spice Mist (see picture) and myself the Black Rose (see picture). Both of them were delicious! In addition to the provided Bread & Sabzi (see picture) we also ordered a Smoked Salmon Hummus appetizer (see picture). We were thoroughly impressed with the rich, smooth hummus and the tender, flavorful salmon. For our main courses, my wife ordered the Rack of Lamb (see picture) and I opted for the Soltani Kabob (see picture) - both of which were recommendations from our friends and we really enjoyed both dishes. In addition, we ordered the Baghali (bean & dill rice), the Chili Chutney and the Mast Khiyar. If you haven't caught on yet, we ordered WAY too much food (especially the rice). Lastly, a couple of words of advice / caution for your future visit. While the quantity of food served was quite high and we made it worse by ordering even more food, the main courses and drinks are on the expensive side, so I gave 4* for Value. Lastly, while the building and the interior were beautiful, I gave 4* on Atmosphere due to the parking situation. There was a line of cars trying to get in, so they waved us through the Valet area. We then got to the back of the full lot and didn't know what to do. Ultimately, several other cars that were also waved through turned around and left the lot, so assuming it was full I did the same. After driving around in all 4 directions looking for parking and almost parking in the back of the IHOP lot (good thing I didn't - see picture), I ultimately gave up and found Public Parking in Google Maps - about a 4 block walk away against a cold wind. Come prepared to deal with the parking and the somewhat pricey menu and leave totally satisfied from the wonderful food experience! If you found this review helpful, please show your appreciation with a Like or a Follow. Photos copyright: happyhourdesmoines.com & thefoodanddrinkguy.com read more

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I am so glad to have tried Rumi's during a very short trip to Atlanta, often I find myself wanting to visit my favorite ATL staples when here for a short visit but this has been added to my list of favorites! Our little party of 5 had the pleasure of experiencing a Lunch here, tapas style as we wanted to try so many different items on the menu, and nothing disappointed! We opted for several sharable appetizers or small plates including the grilled shrimp, corn ribs (highly recommend!), falafel and hummus. I loved that they started with fresh herbs, feta, olives and pita - so yummy! It's so difficult to choose my favorites but the falafel was 10/10 I'm still thinking about it. We also ordered and split the sea bass among us and an extra side of Shirin rice. If you love zesty... get the Shirin rice, absolutely delicious! I cannot wait to come back. read more

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-been to the other Georgia locations and had the best experience at this one! -service was incredibly friendly and informative -kabob was a little too salty but was cooked well -they gave us free birthday baklava -would come here early (before 5:30) or make a reservation -might be too loud for some people when it's packed -liked every dish we ordered! read more

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Persian food in a trendy upscale setting! I came here for the first time for a friend's birthday celebration and it was amazing! Every dish was on point. You know you are in the right place when you see freshly baked flat bread hanging off the open kitchen walls to cool! Where to start...well the flat bread is as mentioned freshly made and comes paired with a mix of walnuts, greens, olives and feta cheese. Be cautious to not get too filled up on this! We also got the Kashk Badenjoon which is sort of dip made of fried smashed eggplant which is so good! The lamb humusiya is hummus topped with lamb sausage which was another revelation! Yes eat this with that flat bread! We got three entrees, the lamb koobideh kabob, the chinjeh lubia polo (beef sirloin kabob and the roasted salmon. The lamb koobideh and roasted salmon are two must get items! We shared a mix of basmati rice as well as the shirin rice which paired well with everything! Amazing service even though the place was busting at the seems busy. They even had Atlanta PD conducting traffic in and out of the parking lot! That's service! read more

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Wow! My first time at Rumi's and I definitely understand why it's popular! I went on a Tuesday night and was able to make a last minute reservation online. When you arrive you have to pay for Valet which is $2/3 i believe. We were quickly checked in and seated in 10-15 minutes. The decor was lovely and I loved the lighting and atmosphere. We ordered the Mirza Ghasemi which was the BEST! So delicious with feta cheese. Yum!!!! Definitely recommend this for the table. The corn ribs were flavorful but I don't know if I would order it again for $12. The lamb shank was very tender and served with dill rice and the Chinjeh Lubia Polo was delicious as well. I ordered medium but the meat was more well done. But still tasty nonetheless. The Black Rose cocktail was great as well! For your birthday they also give you free Baklava and Icecream! There was an incident while dining where the waitress dropped a wine glass on the floor and the glass went everywhere, but they were kind and quick to clean it up and replaced my plate. They also pack up your leftovers for you instead of bringing you the box. read more

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What a fantastic meal, from beginning to end! The four of us shared several appetizers and kabobs. Although the portions were generous, we managed to eat every morsel. The service was impeccable as well. Definitely make reservations, and do yourself a favor by using the valet parking. I'll be returning the next time I'm in Atlanta. read more