Anar Restaurant Iranien

Anar Restaurant Iranien is a Persian restaurant on Rue de Zurich in the Pâquis, near Cornavin station in Geneva, Switzerland. It is regarded as one of the better-known Iranian addresses in town, in a neighbourhood known for its multicultural restaurants, from Lebanese and Ethiopian to Thai and Persian. The kitchen focuses on the grilled meats and slow-cooked dishes of Iranian home cooking. Chelo kebab, grilled skewers served over buttery basmati rice with grilled tomato, is the best-known order, with koobideh (minced lamb or beef) and barg (fillet) the usual choices. Fesenjan, the slow-cooked stew of ground walnuts and pomegranate molasses, is a regional signature for those seeking a richer, sweet-sour dish, and tahdig, the crisp golden crust from the base of the rice pot, is the textural highlight of the rice course. Saffron, dried limes, herbs and yoghurt-based sides appear throughout the menu, and tea is the traditional end to the meal. The dining room is modest, warm and informal, with an atmosphere that is relaxed and moderately quiet, and a dress code of everyday casual. Alcohol is not a central feature of the programme, so visitors may find tea, doogh (a salted yoghurt drink) and soft drinks the usual accompaniments; those wanting wine should ask about the current list. Prices are in the middle range for Geneva, with generous portions that make sharing practical. Daily lunch and dinner service is typical, though current hours should be checked. Reservations are recommended on weekends, when families and groups fill the room, while weekday visits are easier. The location, a few minutes from the station and the lakefront, suits travellers staying in the Pâquis. Vegetarians can build a meal around rice, salads, herbs and eggplant dishes, and the kitchen is a useful choice for visitors who want a break from fondue and raclette.