Small Shirazi
4.99A small bowl of finely diced cucumber, tomato, and onion tossed with lime juice and dried mint, the crisp, tangy Persian salad staple.
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Side & Rice
Saffron steamed basmati in every form, zereshk, baghali, albalu, plus the grilled extras that complete a kebab plate. 19 dishes, made to order in Lake Forest.
Small Mast-o-Mousir
3.00A small serving of thick strained yogurt blended with slow-cooked shallots, the tangy, savory Persian dip traditionally spooned over rice or bread.
Small Mast-o-Khiyar
3.00Chilled yogurt whisked with diced cucumber, dried mint, and a hint of rose, a cooling Persian side that balances char-grilled kebab.
Small Hummus
3.00Chickpeas blended smooth with tahini, lemon, and garlic, finished with a drizzle of olive oil, a creamy Mediterranean staple.
Small Tzatziki
3.00Strained yogurt folded with grated cucumber, garlic, and fresh dill, a cool, tangy Mediterranean dip served chilled.
Adas Polo
Basmati rice steamed with lentils, raisins, and dates, scented with cinnamon, a classic Persian rice dish balancing sweet and savory notes.
8.99
Loubia Polo
Saffron-scented rice layered with slow-simmered green beans in a rich tomato sauce, a hearty Persian rice dish built for spooning over kebab.
8.99
Zereshk Polo
Saffron-steamed basmati rice studded with tart barberries, their ruby color and tangy bite balancing the rice's buttery, fragrant grains.
7.99
Albalu Polo
Saffron rice folded with tart sour cherries and their deep-red syrup, a sweet-tart Persian classic traditionally paired with grilled chicken.
7.99
Baghali Polo
Basmati rice steamed with dill and fava beans, its herbal aroma and tender beans making this a staple Persian rice dish for lamb and chicken mains.
7.99
Grilled Bell Peppers
Whole bell peppers charred over open flame until the skin blisters and the flesh turns smoky-sweet, a classic char-grilled kebab side.
1.00
Grilled Tomato
A vine tomato charred whole over the grill until its skin blisters and the flesh softens into a smoky, juicy classic kebab accompaniment.
0.50
Grilled Jalapeno
A whole jalapeno charred over open flame until blistered and smoky, delivering a sharp, fiery kick alongside charcoal-grilled kebabs.
2.00
Grilled Onions
Onion halves charred over the grill until caramelized at the edges and softened through, their smoky sweetness cutting through rich kebab.
2.00
M-Cafe Bread
Warm, hand-stretched flatbread baked fresh and served straight from the oven, its charred edges and soft center made for scooping up kebab and dips.
4.99
Torshi
A tangy mix of vegetables slow-pickled in vinegar and spices until deeply sour, the traditional Persian condiment served alongside kebab and rice.
3.00
Mushroom
Whole mushrooms charred over open flame until smoky and tender, a simple grilled side that soaks up the char and juices of the kebab platter.
2.00
Cheese
A plate of tangy feta-style cheese, the traditional Persian companion to warm bread and fresh herbs, its salty brine balancing rich kebab plates.
2.00
Small Tahlnl
A small portion of golden, crisped rice pan-fried until deeply crackling on the bottom, the coveted crunchy layer prized in Persian rice cooking.
2.00
