I will surely never eat here again, nor do I recommend it to anyone else. I went because of good reviews from a magazine in my hotel room. If you've seen this magazine, do not believe it. Believe... More

I will surely never eat here again, nor do I recommend it to anyone else. I went because of good reviews from a magazine in my hotel room. If you've seen this magazine, do not believe it. Believe most of the ratings you see here on this website. That article must have been written a while ago and maybe when this restaurant was under previous management. The food really was tasteless and my wife and I were sold filet mignon that tasted really old and overcooked; and it was supposed to be cooked medium. Our waiter barely spoke English and it took about 15 mins just to get our order correct. We felt really ripped off because the meal was pricey. I can't remember the last time I felt that way at a restaurant. Don't know about Persian food, but if you like Spanish food, I highly recommend Sevilla also located on fourth street. The ambiance there is outstanding as well. Pros: absolutely nothing Cons: Poor food quality; tasteless; poor service
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The Adas Polo is to die for. The mixture of flavors are a perfect combination. Pros: the food Cons: parking

The Adas Polo is to die for. The mixture of flavors are a perfect combination. Pros: the food Cons: parking
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I had never eaten Persian food, and had absolutely no idea what to expect when I was taken here on a date, but I have to admit, the food was very good and the ambiance is wonderful. I can't even... More

I had never eaten Persian food, and had absolutely no idea what to expect when I was taken here on a date, but I have to admit, the food was very good and the ambiance is wonderful. I can't even pronounce what I had, but it was very good!
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If you want to try Persian food, go to Bandar. It offers a wide variety of authentic Persian specialties. My favorite chicken kobideh with zereshk palav (ground chicken kabob with barbaries... More

If you want to try Persian food, go to Bandar. It offers a wide variety of authentic Persian specialties. My favorite chicken kobideh with zereshk palav (ground chicken kabob with barbaries rice). It's to die for! To finish off, try their Persian Ice-Cream with pistachios and rose water!
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I looooove Bandar's chicken kabab and green salad. My husband can't get enough of the lamb shank mixed with the hummus avocado...we could eat it everyday! The staff service is also always very... More

I looooove Bandar's chicken kabab and green salad. My husband can't get enough of the lamb shank mixed with the hummus avocado...we could eat it everyday! The staff service is also always very friendly and dressed nicely.
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Thank you for your review, but we do not believe your judgement is fair. Bandar has been awarded Best Ethnic & Persian Cuisine 1996-2008. We have a classic historical design & in regards to the... More

Thank you for your review, but we do not believe your judgement is fair. Bandar has been awarded Best Ethnic & Persian Cuisine 1996-2008. We have a classic historical design & in regards to the article in the back of our menu, for us it is very valuable because it is our story and it never gets old.
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Extremely disappointing experience dining at Bandar. The service staff have ghost like attitude and never write anything down adding insult to injury. The food lacks care and has steam table... More

Extremely disappointing experience dining at Bandar. The service staff have ghost like attitude and never write anything down adding insult to injury. The food lacks care and has steam table qualities shouting from it. It is apparent from the pricing of both dinner and wine list menus that rent is very high at their location. Some how the restaurant feels its customers have to pay its high rent and get none in return. The place looks tired and on its last limb. An old article in the menu is a perfect example that Bandar remains in the past. This was restaurant week in San Diego. When are you going to step it up? Pros: Location. In the GasLamp Quarters Cons: Sub Standard Food and Service, Pooe attitude
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I really did not like eat here at all. There was not a large selection of food to choose from, and it was all expensive. I ended up getting the chicken, and it was too dry to eat, I ate all of the... More

I really did not like eat here at all. There was not a large selection of food to choose from, and it was all expensive. I ended up getting the chicken, and it was too dry to eat, I ate all of the rice which was pretty tasty. I also got one of the soups, and it was awful. I couldn't eat it, I did not enjoy eating here. It was a cool atmosphere though, but the food was not a good persian food experience.
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This is an amazing place for a first date! Great food and beautiful decor! Any woman or man would be completely smitten over it! Plus the food is sinful!

This is an amazing place for a first date! Great food and beautiful decor! Any woman or man would be completely smitten over it! Plus the food is sinful!
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The waiters, hostess and busboys are all very rude. There are no apologies for poor service, long waits for food. For example, drink refills are allowed but higly frowned upon and take about 45... More

The waiters, hostess and busboys are all very rude. There are no apologies for poor service, long waits for food. For example, drink refills are allowed but higly frowned upon and take about 45 minutes to arrive to your table after you ask 3 times.. After your second drink refill they will impolitely notify you that the next one will have to be paid for. No smiles, lots of attitude. Pros: easy to walk in and get a table Cons: service, service, service
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