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First visit in years! I could've sworn I'd written a review, albeit a year or two *after* my very first visit with Mom and her ex- back when I still lived in Chandler ('04), or perhaps even before that, in Maricopa (horrors!). I remembered that he, a carnivore at heart, had the #31 Sultani, while Mom and I shared the # 19 Chicken shish. We also shared a hummus app. I vividly recall thinking Persian Room's pita bread stupefying, and I'm happy to report it still is!
It was a hard decision to make- what to have for dinner, after seeing "Jiro Dreams of Sushi" last night (go see it!!), but I decided I'd wait until I could treat Mom out for sushi and to go to PR, instead. I tried to stop by for takeout on Valentine's Day, but my last minute decision, made after a public speaking class and a whirlwind two-hour writing session at the college library, was foiled when I encountered a packed parking lot, so I headed home instead. It was easy to find parking tonight, and it was nice to see takeout menus waiting by the first set of glass doors (there are two), where I could comfortably read the menu before going through the second set of doors and place my order at the cashier/host desk. The friendly female host took my order of Kashk O' Bademjan (app) http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/a2ZBDIXmwBm7IWnXR6LK-g?select=A8dp3ThElnflQAyEU6LNXQ#A8dp3ThElnflQAyEU6LNXQ and #33 Naderi (from the section of beef entrees) http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/a2ZBDIXmwBm7IWnXR6LK-g?select=GJNTuFYve2kjaT5XqTDdCA#GJNTuFYve2kjaT5XqTDdCA. Note that "all entrees include basmati rice, pita bread, and a grilled tomato." I asked how long the order would take to prepare ("about ten minutes") and proceeded up the stairs to the lounge to read my book as I wait. Or so I thought...
It was my first time up at the lounge, and it's cozy enough. There are many two-top tables up there, in case you don't want to sit in the larger rooms downstairs, and the bar is comfortable enough to dine solo, or with a friend or two. There is a TV for those who MUST watch sports as you dine with your companion or unfortunate date... As I've said, I was only going for takeout and was only up here to take advantage of the lighting, but silly me, I asked if PR offered happy hour, and sure enough, it does! Monday to Friday, from 5p to 8p, happy hour discounts on beer and house wine ($4 glass instead of regular $6) AND a free app (hummus, hummus and eggplant, dolmeh, or yogurt and cucumber dip). And so, I decided why not enjoy a glass of chard with the hummus I had passed on for dinner? The pour was actually quite good, and tasty, and it paired nicely with the delicious sauce plate of hummus and a lone olive, topped with spices. Hot pita bread followed shortly... I was blissful! (Well, OK, I was very happy. Yes, I was blissful, too, but that praise rightfully belongs to my lovely therapist at SWIHA!)
The takeout took a lot longer than ten minutes, but I wasn't going to argue, not when I was already full from my app and tipsy from the wine!
I hope to return more often!
p.s. I did get to try a few pieces of chicken and filet mignon (delicately marinated, yet flavorful, and so tender!), with saffron rice (so buttery!), and another large piece of pita bread to enjoy a bit of the eggplant app with. The entree was delicious, yet I don't think it's worth $21.95 for take out (see photo). I could see paying that while dining in, since I have to factor in service and atmosphere, but for takeout...?
Ghaza aali bood, merci!
p.p.s. Struck me a bit odd that I saw a lot of Asians, instead of Persians, entering and exiting the restaurant. A bit surreal, I thought, but it could've been the chardonnay... :)
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