Introduction When I first stepped into a bustling Tehran bazaar, the air hit me with a wave of scents—sizzling kebabs, simmering stews, and the faint sweetness of saffron wafting from a rice pot. That’s when I realized Iranian cuisine isn’t just food; it’s a story. A story of ancient trade routes, sprawling landscapes, and families gathered...

Naqsh-e Jahan Traditional Restaurant, located in the heart of Isfahan, is one of the best and most famous restaurants in the city. With its traditional decor, this restaurant opened in 1998 and has been popular among domestic and international tourists, as well as locals, ever since. Naqsh-e Jahan Restaurant combines traditional and modern Iranian...

Namakdan Café Restaurant is situated in an old building near Naqsh-e Jahan Square, dating back to the Qajar era. The café's decor combines traditional and modern styles, featuring beautiful plasterwork. Namakdan Café Restaurant has both indoor and outdoor spaces. The outdoor area has a traditional pool in the middle of the yard and lovely clay pots,...

Toranj Restaurant opened in one of Isfahan's unique old houses, which was repurposed as a restaurant in 2015. According to evidence found during the restoration process, the construction of this historic house dates back to the Qajar era, specifically to the early reign of Naser al-Din Shah. Currently, the Toranj complex boasts a beautiful and pleasant...

Shahrzad Restaurant in Isfahan was buelt in Farvardin 1346 (March-April 1967) on Chahar Bagh Abbasi Street. This restaurant is one of the most luxurious and top restaurants in Isfahan, and it is known for its quality and delicious food. Shahrzad Restaurant serves a variety of Iranian and international dishes. By using artists, it showcases a masterpiece of...

Chaah-e Haji Mirza is one of the first coffeehouses established for public use in Isfahan. As soon as you enter this place, you'll be fascinated by the old and antique items arranged on every side, which will take you on a journey through history just by looking at them. The food quality is average, the service is traditional and old-fashioned, and they...

Isfahan is a big city with many historical and interesting places. But what adds flavor to the experience is the tasty traditional food they've got going on, like the Khoresht-Mast and biryani unique to Isfahan. When you're rolling into town, the burning question for any traveler is, "Which restaurant serves up the best grub?" Navigating the sea of...

Beryani Beryani is one of the most famous local foods of Isfahan. All tourists get prepared to taste this delicious food before entering the city, as there are few tourists who go to Isfahan and do not try Beryani. It contains meat, onions, dry mint, Kashk, cinnamon, oil and saffron and is served with Sangak bread, cold dough and...

Gaz candy Gaz Candy is one of the traditional and sweet snacks in Iran, made in Isfahan. Gaz is made of sugar, egg white, almond and pistachio nuts, cardamom, hazelnut, and rose water. Unfortunately, there is no accurate record to the history of Gaz production. Cooking Gaz (Persian Nougat) in aboriginal Isfahan The way of production and the...

Without a doubt, Halim Bademjan is the flagship of all Isfahan local foods. In past it was known as a feast dish and it is cooked in various ways throughout the country. The ingredients are meat, rice, white beans, eggplant, Kashk, Nana Dagh (mint and oil), salt and pepper. Recipe for Halim Bademjan To begin, peel washed eggplants and slice or cut...

Khoresh Mast Khoresh Mast Dessert is one of the most popular desserts in Isfahan known as a traditional and aristocratic dessert. The appearance of the Khoresh is much different from the other dishes. In this dessert, eggs, yogurt, orange peel, chicken, saffron, barberry, turmeric and sugar are used, and it has a mix sour and sweet taste and it...

Shorba Sabzi (Vegetable soup) Another traditional food of Isfahan which has many fans in all parts of Iran is called Shorba Sabzi. The big difference between this traditional soup and other soups is that it contains small meatballs that make it look different from other soups and have a delicious taste. It is really easy to order and you can have it in...