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Cafe Tehran

The art of kebabs

Skewers over open flame. Saffron rice under everything. Stews that have been on the stove since morning, and a pot of tea with dates and rock candy at the end.

Every main comes with saffron rice and a choice of Shirazi or house salad.

From the grill

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How we cook

  • Fully halal

    Certified halal throughout the kitchen.

  • Stews since morning

    Ghormeh sabzi, gheymeh and fesenjan are not made to order — they are made early and made properly.

  • Platters for four

    Chef's, Shahaneh and Darbari — put one in the middle of the table.

Questions

What is the difference between koobideh, barg and chenjeh?

Koobideh is seasoned ground meat pressed onto the skewer. Barg is a single flattened cut of tenderloin. Chenjeh is chunks of the same, marinated and grilled.

Is there anything for vegetarians?

Yes — ash reshteh, mirza ghasemi, kashk-e bademjan, and the black-eyed peas and rice, which is vegan.

What comes with a main?

Saffron rice and a choice of Shirazi or house salad.

470 Rideau Street

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470 Rideau Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N 8C1
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Opening hours

  • Monday12:00-21:00
  • Tuesday12:00-21:00
  • Wednesday12:00-21:00
  • Thursday12:00-21:00
  • Friday12:00-22:00
  • Saturday12:00-22:00
  • Sunday12:00-21:00