Kooch Traditional Restaurant

Iran


A fun mural of travelling nomads and their sheep on the outside wall beckons visitors to explore the gorgeous old house within. Arranged around a pretty tiled courtyard with potted plants and a mannequin in local costume, this restaurant, with its traditional seating and roaring fire, offers homely food in a delightful setting.


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