Persepolis

Top 10% of restaurants in New York City
7/10

7 expert reviews

“A “standout” among the “few Persians” in town, this Upper Eastsider offers “interesting”, “well-spiced” Iranian dishes (the signature “sour-cherry rice is a treat”) in an “understated” setting.”

– Zagat

Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
Michelin Plate
"Silky-smooth spreads, homemade yogurt, grilled meats, and fragrantly spiced stews have solidified Persepolis' reputation as one of the city's finest Persian restaurants." Full review
New York Magazine New York Magazine
"Gratifying foods include homemade yogurt with diced cucumbers, smoky lamb kebab on a bed of cherry-dotted Persian rice, and baba, a rough potage of eggplant and garlic."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"One of the few places in New York for Persian food, this is also one of the best."
Time Out Time Out
"Such a simple, unassuming restaurant is an appropriate setting for uncomplicated, hearty and delicious food." Full review
Village Voice Village Voice
Best of NYC
"Uniquely Iranian dishes like ghormeh sabzi, a slurry of spinach, kidney beans, lettuce, parsley, and scallions flavored with dried lemons and vinegar, making it doubly tart." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Such a simple, unassuming restaurant is an appropriate setting for uncomplicated, hearty and delicious food" Full review



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