WHY Abundant, interesting and delicious Persian food at low prices. Try the fesenjon, a sort of Persian mole, rich and complex, with pomegranate and walnuts.

WHAT The kindly service can be erratic at this Glendale Persian restaurant, but it’s easy to forgive when you taste the food—and even easier to forgive when you pay the bill. Very good kebabs and stews, with dill, mint and saffron-scented garnishes keeping the plates beautiful and the palate refreshed.