DIVAN
Grill And Lounge

One of the Best Persian Food restaurants in Orange County, Divan Grill and Lounge is a family-owned and operated restaurant that specializes in Mediterranean flavors, and has been voted Best Persian Restaurant in Orange County. The restaurant's pet-friendly patio and nightly specials, along with live music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, create an inviting atmosphere for customers to enjoy.

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We will always make you feel at home! Join us for a meal or a drink on our beautiful pet-friendly patio. We often feature nightly specials and live music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. and Belly Dancers Every Fridays.

​Persian cuisine is ancient, varied, and cosmopolitan. Eating habits and products from ancient Greece, Rome, and many Asian and Mediterranean cultures have influenced and are affected by this unique cuisine. It has borrowed spices, styles, and recipes from India, influencing Indian food.

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​The archives at the significant ancient Persian cities contain names of many food products, ingredients, beverages, herbs, spices, and wine, an important ceremonial and religious drink. MBasil, mint, cumin, cloves, saffron, and coriander were traded along with olive all over the ancient trade routes. Many dishes are shared by both Iranians and Turks to the extent that it is hard to say who has borrowed what and from where.

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​The Parthian and the Sasanian records mention walnut, pistachio, pomegranate, cucumber, broad bean, pea, and sesame in their trade records. The ancient physicians influenced by the Greek sciences considered food and beverages important factors in reviving the body. Excessive consumption of too much red meat and fats was thought to upset the body's balance.

​While a balanced combination of fruits, vegetables, poultry, herbs, seeds, and mixed petals and blossoms of roses was regarded as a perfect diet capable of strengthening the body and mind.