Darya Restaurant

Persian restaurant · Sawtelle

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"Most of the spots on this guide serve a mean chicken kebab, but the Juicy Chicken at Darya on Santa Monica Blvd. in West LA is a notch better than the rest. Marinated overnight in a combination of lemon juice, yogurt, and saffron, the hunks of meat literally ooze when pierced with a fork. The kebabs are grilled to such perfection here, we recommend sticking to them as the main event over the stews (though the fensenjan is particularly pomegranate-y). Be sure to swap out the standard basmati rice for tahdig or one of the more herbaceous or fruity options—it’s worth the upcharge. When in doubt try the Baghali Polo with dill and lima beans. And don’t be fooled by the chandeliers dangling from the ceiling. Darya is casual enough for any impromptu chicken craving." - brant cox, arden shore, garrett snyder, sylvio martins

The 15 Best Persian Restaurants In LA
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12130 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025 Get directions

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