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Best Persian Food In Chicago

Some of the most delicious food comes from Iran, and here is proof. Stop in to some of these restaurants and experience flavor like you've never tasted. These spectacular dishes range from kabobs, beef, lamb, chicken, fish and rice seasoned with the freshest herbs and spices. Most meals give a balanced taste by being topped with nuts or fresh or dried fruits. Some of these dishes give you an exquisite sweet and spicy flavor at the same time. Come experience some of the best flavors of the world right in your neighborhood.

Pars Cove
Pars Cove Restaurant

Pars Cove Restaurant

435 W Diversey Pkwy
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 549-1515
parscove.com

Pars Cove is the perfect place to experience a romantic evening or a quiet evening with family and enjoy flavorful Persian dishes. The hummus has a few extra spices than most places to give it just the right flavor anyone would enjoy. Yes, even those who have declared their dislike for hummus. You can expect the rest of the items on the menu to taste just as amazing too.

Masouleh
Masouleh Restaurant

Masouleh Restaurant

6653 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 262-2227
www.masouleh.biz

This small, husband and wife run gem in the city will leave you wanting more, even when you feel there's no room in your stomach. The blend of spices and herbs in each selection of the menu will bring out flavors like you'd never experienced before. Choose between a variety of meat kabobs and beef stews. If you have a taste for their mouth-watering lamb, they only serve it up on the weekends.

Resaz -yelp
Reza's Restaurant

Reza's Restaurant

432 W Ontario St
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 664-4500
www.rezasrestaurant.com

Reza's Persian, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean delicacies will please anyone. They serve plenty of dishes for both vegetarians and meat lovers and most cooked over an open flame. Reza's feels dedicated to satisfying their customers and the free valet parking shows just that.

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