"Bandar prepares the finest Persian food in the city."  Eleanor Widmer



Bandar is located in a historical building in San Diego's renowned Gaslamp Quarter.  The atmosphere is truly chic and unique, offering a classic scene with a distinguished ambience.



Behrooz Farahani has raised Persian dining to new heights with authentic marinades for his signature beef, lamb, chicken and fish entrees.  Behrooz is committed to serving only the finest meats, and insists on personally choosing each cut that is served in his restaurants.



Bandar is best known for its use of fresh healthy ingredients and bold complex flavors from the classic to the contemporary.  Its delectable dishes, elegant architecture and warm ambience have helped to make Bandar a staple in San Diego fine dining for more than a decade.



What the critics have to say………

“If I had to choose only one restaurant in town in which to eat at every night this might be the one.”

-Eleanor Widmer

“The best chicken I have had all year long was at Bandar.”

-Stephen Silverman-KPBS Radio

“Paradise found! Bandar offers Persian cuisine in historic downtown site.”

-Jack White-SD Business Journal

“Bandar - a taste of Persian Perfection.”

-Robin Kleven-Union Tribune

“Like any good Persian restaurant Bandar has it all.”

-Stephen Silverman

“Bandar is a tasty adventure in the Gaslamp.”

-Andy and Tina Rathbone-SD Daily Transcript



Now in its fourteenth year, Bandar has garnered hundreds of excellent reviews and awards. Bandar” is the proud recipient of the Best Persian Cuisine Awards from 1996 – 2010.