Persian Restaurants in Chicago, Illinois

Positioned right on Lake Michigan, Chicago, Illinois is one of the few large cities in America to offer numerous outdoor activities in both urban and rural area. From hiking, skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, speed boating, bicycling, and sailing, the list of things and outdoor enthusiast can do is vast. The possibilities for dining are equally as plentiful, with Persian restaurants in various neighborhoods around the city.

Reza's Restaurant

Reza's Restaurant has a family atmosphere, with large glass doors along the entire front side and patio seating. A reasonably-priced lunch buffet and wide variety of vegetarian options make this menu diverse, with favorites being the Lentil Soup, Filet Mignon Kabobs and sweet, fluffy Persian desserts. Offering take out, delivery, and reservations, this restaurant is full service.

Reza's Restaurant
432 W. Ontario Street
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 664-4500
rezasrestaurant.com/

Shiraz Restaurante

Shiraz Restaurante is a local neighborhood restaurant that offers a wide variety of Mediterranean dishes, in addition to Persian food. While this restaurant does not offer delivery, it does have a large selection of take out dishes, and a full bar. The meat kabobs here are tender and flavorful, and the food is generously portioned. On particular nights, Shiraz Restaurante also has a live belly dancer, whom performs to live music. This restaurant is not recommended restaurant for children.

Shiraz Restaurante
2624 W Devon Ave.
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 743-4372
shirazrestaurante.com/

Aperitif 21

Aperitif 21 has an unassuming look on the exterior, but the sleek, black and red interior is very stylish. The casual, family atmosphere, in addition to a small bar area, makes for an easygoing restaurant experience. In addition to Persian food, Aperitif 21 also serves a wide variety of Mediterranean dishes, including Greek and Iranian foods. The Falafel Appetizer and the Rustic Chicken dish seem to be among the more popular dishes. Yet, perhaps the best perk of all is the restaurant's inexpensive lunch special.

Aperitif 21
2221 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 281-4400
aperitif21.com/

Noon O Kabab

Acclaimed to be best Persian restaurant in city, Noon O Kabab offers both delivery and take out, but does not take reservations. This restaurant gets rave reviews from diners, with a family-friendly appeal, delectable dishes, and a budget-conscious menu. Noon O Kabab offers new vegetarian options, and some menu favorites, include the Oloveih Appetizer and Lamb Shank. An enthusiast looking to try authentic Persian should make Noon O Kabab a stop on their list.

Noon O Kabab
4661 North Kedzie Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 279-8899
noonokabab.com/

Pars Cove Restaurant

Pars Cove is a classy restaurant with a cozy, romantic ambiance inside. Pars Cove is also one of the only Persian restaurants to serve white rice rather than dill rice, and has multiple vegetarian dishes on their menu. Chicken with the walnut pomegranate sauce is a popular dish here, which shows off the tastefulness of the restaurant. The owners are also known for customer service, so if you have a large party or special dietary needs, simply ask and this restaurant generally goes above and beyond to please the customer.

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

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