The 10 Best Restaurants In Esfahan, Iran
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There are few places in Iran (and the world) that can top the magnificence of Esfahan’s Islamic architecture. With an abundance of bridges, mosques, and palaces that date back centuries, Esfahan is, unsurprisingly, one of Iran’s top tourist destinations. Here are 10 great places to eat during your stay.
![Imam Square](https://cdn.theculturetrip.com/images/56-3702651-1436568661738afe61922f4c9ea14c749e53fba52f.jpg?s=10x)
Sofrekhaneh Sonnati
Translated as “traditional eating house,” Sofrekhaneh Sonnati is located just along the east side of Imam Square. Thankfully, its popularity with tourists doesn’t diminish the quality of food or the ambiance. The colourfully tiled walls, arches, and stained glass windows create a wonderful atmosphere. Enjoy traditional Iranian cuisine here while sitting on authentic takhts (carpeted and cushioned eating platforms).
East side of Imam Square, Esfahan, Iran, +98 31 32200729
Sadaf Hotel Restaurant
Situated on Hafez Street, the Sadaf Hotel is less than a five-minute walk away from Imam Square and offers traditional Iranian dishes. What makes this place stand out is the rooftop restaurant which is open during the summer months. Guests that manage to get a table are rewarded with unparalleled views of Esfahan’s unforgettable cityscape.
220 Hafez Street, Esfahan, Iran, +98 220 2988
![Imam Khomeini Mosque](https://cdn.theculturetrip.com/images/56-3702653-143656866687cb2411eec749e29fa7a8a530808cc2.jpg?s=10x)
1. Shahrzad Restaurant
Restaurant, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian
![Joojeh kebab](https://cdn-v2.theculturetrip.com/10x/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2003973.webp)
2. Khangostar Restaurant
Bar, Restaurant, Middle Eastern, Halal
3. Cheshm-Andaz
Hotel
![The Abbasi Hotel](https://cdn-v2.theculturetrip.com/10x/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2003975.webp)
Azam Beryani
Beryani is an Esfahani delicacy made from mutton or lamb which has been minced, skewered, and grilled over an open fire. Usually served with freshly made nan-e taftoon, a delicious Iranian flat bread, it’s worth experiencing before you leave Esfahan. Wash it all down with a glass of Dugh, a refreshing yoghurt drink with dried mint. The restaurateurs at Azam Beryani specialise in this dish, and they have two branches; one by the river, and one further north.
Masjed Seyyed Street and Kamal Esmaeel Street, Esfahan, Iran
![Esfahani Beryani](https://cdn.theculturetrip.com/images/56-3702657-14365686760546611e98dc4db6bd7d4d23da3a2571.jpg?s=10x)