Darvish Restaurant is located in the historic center of Padua, Italy, and its menu focuses on Iranian cuisine and traditional Iranian dishes. The restaurant is situated on Riviera Albertino Mussato and offers a range of dishes, including Iranian appetizers, various kebabs, stews, saffron rice, traditional desserts, and beverages. Its menu features a selection of well-known Iranian dishes served with basmati rice and saffron.
The appetizer section includes several dishes commonly found on Iranian tables. Kashk-e Bademjan is prepared with fried eggplant and traditional Iranian whey, while Mirza Ghasemi consists of cooked eggplant, eggs, and garlic. Kuku Sabzi is also prepared with a mixture of herbs and vegetables. Stuffed grape leaves, pickles, Mast-o Khiar, Mast-o Musir, and pickled vegetables are among the other options in this section. A mixed appetizer platter is also available, featuring stuffed grape leaves, Kashk-e Bademjan, Kuku Sabzi, and Mirza Ghasemi. Barley soup is also included on the menu during certain seasons.
The chicken section offers several rice dishes and grilled options. Chelo Barg-e Morgh consists of grilled chicken served with white basmati rice and saffron. Zereshk Polo ba Morgh combines rice, barberries, saffron, pistachios, almonds, and orange peel, served with grilled chicken and tomato sauce. Joojeh Kebab is another dish in this section. Tahchin-e Morgh is prepared with rice, chicken, saffron, and yogurt and, according to the menu, can be ordered with an advance reservation. Fesenjan stew is also available during certain seasons. It is made with chicken, walnuts, and pomegranate juice and served with saffron rice.
The red meat section of the menu includes various Iranian kebabs. Chelo Kebab Soltani is prepared with lamb or veal, grilled fillet, and minced lamb. Chelo Kebab Barg is served with lamb or veal fillet and saffron rice, while Koobideh Kebab consists of minced lamb and onions. Lamb ribs kebab, also known as Shishlik, is another option in this section. The Soltani ribs combination also pairs lamb ribs with Koobideh Kebab.
In addition to kebabs, the menu also includes Iranian stews. Gheimeh Bademjan is prepared with eggplant, veal, split peas, dried lime, and spices. Khoresht-e Karafs consists of veal, celery, lime, mint, and spices and is available during certain seasons. Ghormeh Sabzi is prepared with veal, aromatic herbs, red kidney beans, dried lime, and spices. These stews are served with white rice and saffron rice.
For dessert, baklava is offered, made with almonds, walnuts, pistachios, cardamom, cinnamon, rosewater, layered pastry, and honey syrup. Iranian tea, coffee, and cappuccino are also available among the hot beverages. Other drinks include doogh, mineral water, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages such as wine and beer.
Darvish Restaurant serves both lunch and dinner, and its opening hours vary on different days of the week. Making a reservation in advance is recommended, particularly for dinner.
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