Naroon

Named after a suburb in northern Tehran known for its culinary heritage, at Naroon you’ll find stylised small plate starters as well as traditional favourites. The kashke bademjan is super satisfying and smoky, and there’s also a half size take on tahchin and kuku sabzi (a herb omelette) is cooked perfectly. The ‘shishlik’ (lamb chops) at Naroon are an absolute must-order, with both the ghormeh sabzi and fesenjān stealing the show when it comes to the stews. Drinks-wise, opt for a rosewater martini, saffron G&T or Bloody Maryam – classic cocktails given a twist with classic Persian ingredients. Naroon also serves breakfast and brunch, with vegetarian nargesi (baked eggs with spinach) and khagineh (a sweet Persian omelette with sugar, pistachio, cardamom and rose) on the menu.