Dubai: Shabestan, the authentic Persian restaurant, opens its doors in the city

Dubai: Shabestan, the authentic Persian restaurant, opens its doors in the city

Diners can look forward to a taste of authentic Persian cuisine served up in a beautifully curated interior that complements the whole experience

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Published: Fri 12 Aug 2022, 1:02 PM

Diners can now enjoy Shabestan, an authentically Persian concept, at Lemon Tree Hotel Jumeirah. Inaugurated as one of the world’s first Persian restaurants in a 5-star hotel, Shabestan became iconic when it first opened its doors in 1984. Owned and operated by Galadari Brothers, the restaurant was one of the finest eateries in the region at the time. Now, more than 35 years later, the brand has opened its doors at a popular Dubai location.

To ensure that the restaurant reflects its original glory, the Galadari Food and Beverage Division has brought back Chef Ebrahim Nourouzi Cherati, one of the first chefs to head the kitchen at Shabestan. With its traditionally cooked dishes and ethnic ambience, the restaurant is surely going to be a treat for all food lovers.

There are big ambitions for the expansion of Shabestan throughout the country. “This is just the beginning,” said Suhail Galadari, Co-Chairman of Galadari Brothers. “We want to open up several branches of Shabestan all over the UAE. As a brand, we have a