"There is a wealth of outstanding Persian restaurants in Los Angeles, but Taste of Tehran is among the best. Opened in 2013 by chef Saghar Fanisalek, Taste of Tehran serves a menu that focuses on kebabs and stews, alongside fluffy rice, hummus, and shirazi salad with tomato and cucumber. Marinated skewers are charbroiled until they are gently charred on the edges, yet still tender inside. A plate comes with a skewer of meat and a blistered tomato laid over a bed of saffron-tinted rice, which can be upgraded to adas polo (lentil rice) or zareshk polo (barberry rice). Plus, the kebab travels well, even if making a crosstown journey before digging in. Order takeout through Chownow or delivery on DoorDash." - Rebecca Roland