We used a Groupon to try this place out and were very pleased with the whole experience. The restaurant is situated in a quiet strip mall that doesn't do the cuisine justice. The interior featured surpisingly elegant decor, a solid bar and flat screen TVs.
This was some of the best Persian food I've had in the valley. My boyfriend, who doesn't normally like dolmades (dolmeh), devoured one happily - so flavourful. Besides the dolmeh, we selected 3 appetizer samplers, a silky eggplant dish, torshi (uniquely pickled vegetables WOW!), and a balanced hummus, all served with warm fluffy pita.
My entree was a hearty portion of rice and the most tender lamb kebab I've ever had, along with grilled vegetables. My boyfriend had the lamb shank served with mixed wild rice and Fava beans - the star was a delicate au jus spiked with cinnamon for dipping. Out of this world! As full as we were, we couldn't help eating with our eyeballs the heaping gyros that the couple next to us ordered.
The staff/owner were welcoming and friendly. We look forward to returning on a weekend to enjoy some live entertainment/dancing!