The ancient kingdom of Persia was located in modern-day Iran.
Atlanta is the south's largest metropolitan area. Cultures from around the world thrive in this urban setting. As a result, Atlanta offers residents and visitors a chance to taste the different cuisines of the world. Persian restaurants in Atlanta offer the ingredients and culture of a traditional society that now inhabits modern-day Iran. Affordable entrees and lunch buffets allow even the most frugal of diners to taste the flavors of Persia.
Mirage Persian Cuisine
Persian food is often a good choice for vegetarians.
Mirage Persian Cuisine, opened in 1997 in the northern Atlanta suburb of Sandy Springs, and is Atlanta's oldest Persian restaurant. Dinner entrees are traditional beef, lamb and chicken. Almost every dinner entree is under $20, and lunch diners often can eat for under $10-$12. Mirage Persian Cuisine has been named one of the Top 10 Restaurants for Vegetarians in Atlanta by Gayot.com. The atmosphere is friendly and inviting, although service has been reviewed as slow at times.
6631 Roswell Rd NE
Sandy Springs, GA 30328-3179
404-843-8300
miragepersiancuisine.com
Divan Restaurant and Hookah Lounge
Hookah is traditional, and is offered in many Persian restaurants.
and Hookah Lounge is in the heart of the Buckhead district of Atlanta, home of many Atlanta's best restaurants and bars. Divan offers a great atmosphere for casual diners in the downstairs bars. Customers desiring a more formal experience can dine upstairs in the common dining room or reserve one of the private dining rooms for reasonable fees. Mezza (appetizers) are affordably priced, while entrees range from $16-$30. Hookah is available for a reasonable additional fee. Reviews of the food are generally excellent, although reviews for service and prices are inconsistent.
Divan Restaurant and Hookah Lounge
3125 Piedmont Road
Atlanta, Georgia 30305
404-467-4297
divanatlanta.com
Darvish Persian Tea House
Kebobs are traditional Persian food.
The Persian tea house is one the most traditional public spaces in Iran. Tea houses serve as venues for community meetings, story telling, art instruction or just gathering with friends over hookah. The Darvish Persian Tea House in the Roswell neighborhood offers visitors a glimpse into these ancient restaurants. Diners can enjoy traditional kabobs and Persian tea, as well as a wide variety of vegetarian appetizers. Most entrees are under $20, while an affordable lunch buffet is available Monday through Friday. On the weekend, the Darvish Persian Tea House comes alive with traditional music and dancing.
Darvish Persian Tea House
11235 Alpharetta Hwy.
Suite 113
Roswell, GA 30076
770-410-1222
persianteahouse.com
Fanoos Persian Cuisine
Persian rice, known as polo, is one of the specialties at Fanoos.
Not far from Mirage, Fanoos Persian Cuisine offers space for individual diners and group events. The full restaurant can be reserved and can accommodate up to 400 guests. While the menu includes traditional kabob dishes, Fanoos is known for its polo (rice) dishes. A lunch buffet is available every day except Saturday. Hookahs are available, and diners can enjoy traditional belly dancing on the weekends.
Fanoos Persian Cuisine and Events
6125 Roswell Rd Suite 104 B
Atlanta, Ga 30328
404-256-2099
fanoospersiancuisine.com
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