Darband Persian Grill Menu

Welcome to Darband Persian Grill, where authentic Persian cuisine meets vibrant ambiance in the heart of San Diego at 1450 Kettner Blvd. Known for its generous portions and welcoming atmosphere, the menu showcases an array of tantalizing dishes, perfect for both newcomers and seasoned aficionados of Persian flavors.

Start with enticing mini plates like the juicy Mini Chicken Kabob or the rich Mini Koobideh Kabob, each accompanied by a fresh garden salad and fluffy basmati rice. For heartier options, dive into expertly crafted kabobs such as the tender Shish Kabob or Koobideh Kabob, celebrated for their aromatic spices and succulent taste.

Don’t miss out on the popular Chengkeh and flavorful side orders that elevate your dining experience. Darband is not just a meal; it’s a feast for the senses that promises to leave you delighted and eager for your next visit.

MOKHALAFAT - APPETIZER

• MAUST-O-KHIAR

  Mixture of plain yogurt & chopped cucumber, flavored with mint.

• MAUST-O-MOOSIER

  Delicious plain yogurt flavored with chopped shallots.

• KASHK-E-BADEMJAN

  Sautéed cooked baby eggplant mixed with Whey, flavored with sautéed onion, garlic & mint.

• DOLMEH

  Cooked grape leaves stuffed with rice tarragon, onion, basil, parsley and fresh herbs.

• TORSHI

  Traditionally mixed and aged pickles, carrots, cauliflower, eggplant, and herbs in grape vinegar.

• TAH-DEEG

  Crunchy rice topped with stew of the day. (when available)

• SABZINEH

  Combination of fresh herbs, tomato, cucumber, olives and feta cheese served with lavash bread.

• HUMMUS

  Blend of garbanzo beans, sesame tahini, garlic, fresh lemon juice & our special seasoning, and served with lavash bread.

MINI PLATES

• MINI CHICKEN KABOB

  One skewered of juicy charbroiled boneless chicken served with garden salad & basmati rice.

• MINI KOOBIDEH KABOB

  One skewered of ground sirloin served with garden salad & basmati rice.

• MINI SHISH KABOB

  One skewered of juicy chunks of Filet Mignon served with garden salad and basmati rice.

• MINI CORNISH HEN KABOB

  One skewed of juicy Cornish Hen served with garden salad and basmati rice.

• MINI FISH KABOB

  One skewed of Fish Kabob served with garden salad and basmati rice.

• MINI REGULAR FISH

  One skewed of regular Fish served with garden salad and basmati rice.

VEGETARIAN

• VEGETARIAN PLATE

  A combination of dolmeh, hummus, skewer of tomato, bell pepper and onion, garden salad served with basmati rice.

• VEGGIE SKEWER WITH RICE

• VEGGIE WRAP

  Skewered of grilled tomato, bell pepper and onion with lettuce, sprouts, saffron rice & our delicious sauce wrapped in lavash bread.

BEEF

• KOOBIDEH KABOB

  Two skewered of seasoned lean ground filet charbroiled, served with fluffy basmati rice and charbroiled tomato.

• SHISH KABOB

  Charbroiled juicy chunks of marinated tenderloin, served with basmati rice & charbroiled tomato, onion and bell pepper.

• CHENGEH

  The most delicious and juicy chunks of tenderloin, skewered & charbroiled, served with basmati rice and charbroiled tomato.

• BARG

  Finest cut of beef tenderloin marinated in our delicious sauce, charbroiled to perfection, served with basmati rice and charbroiled tomato.

• SOLTANI

  A combination of charbroiled finest cut of beef tenderloin and a strip of seasoned ground beef, served with basmati rice and charbroiled tomato, bell pepper and onion.

NEW

• LAMB RACK KABOB

  One skewered of juicy baby lamb rack kabob served with basmati rice and grilled tomato.

• FISH KABOB

  One skewered of filet fish kabob served with grilled tomato, bell pepper, onion, and basmati rice.

CHICKEN

• BONELESS CHICKEN KABOB

  Juicy chunks of charbroiled boneless chicken tender marinated in our special sauce served with basmati rice and charbroiled tomato.

• CHICKEN SHISH KABOB

  Marinated juicy chunks of boneless chicken tender with charbroiled onion, bell pepper and tomato, served with basmati rice.

• CORNISH CHICKEN KABOB

  Delicious marinated chunks of Cornish game hen, skewered and charbroiled, served with basmati rice and charbroiled tomato.

• CHICKEN BARG

  Thick strips o juicy marinated charbroiled chicken breast, served with basmati rice and charbroiled tomato.

• CHICKEN SOLTANI

  Combination of one strip of seasoned ground sirloin and thick strips of juicy marinated chicken breast, served with basmati rice and charbroiled tomato, bell pepper and onion.

COMBINATION PLATTERS

• CHICKEN AND KOOBIDEH

  A combination of one skewered of juicy chunks of boneless chicken and one strip of seasoned ground sirloin, served with basmati rice and charbroiled tomato.

• CHICKEN AND SHISH KABOB

• SHISH AND KOOBIDEH

  A combination of two skewers of juicy chunks of filet mignon and ground sirloin, server with charbroiled onion, bell pepper and tomato and basmati rice.

• DARBAND SPECIAL

  A combination of three juicy skewers of boneless chicken, seasoned ground sirloin and delicious chunks of tenderloin, served with charbroiled onion, bell pepper and tomato and basmati rice.

SALADS

• SHIRAZI

  A combination of fresh chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, parsley and our delicious house dressing (olive oil and fresh lemon juice).

• SALAD OLIVEH

  Diced chicken breast, eggs, potatoes, pickles and peas mixed with a combination of olive oil and light mayonnaise.

• GARDEN SALAD

  Fresh lettuce, tomato, cucumber, green pepper and red cabbage with your choice of dressing.

• GREEK SALAD

  Feta cheese, kalamata olives, cucumber, red cabbage, green pepper, tomato on a bed of romaine lettuce with our house dressing (olive oil, vinegar and oregano).

• CAESAR SALAD

  Garden fresh romaine lettuce, garlic croutons, tomato, caesar dressing topped with parmesan cheese.

KABOB WRAPS

• CHICKEN KABOB

  Charbroiled chunks of marinated boneless chicken with lettuce, tomato, onions and special seasoned sauce wrapped in lavash bread.

• CHICKEN WRAP

  (with saffron rice) Charbroiled chunks of marinated boneless chicken with lettuce, tomato, onions, special and saffron rice seasoned sauce wrapped in lavash bread.

• CHICKEN SHISH KABOB

  (highly recommended) Juicy chunks of marinated boneless chicken with grilled onions, green peppers, tomato and our special sauce wrapped in lavash bread.

• BEEF KABOB

  Skewered of seasoned ground sirloin with lettuce, tomato, onion, and our special sauce wrapped in lavash bread.

• BEEF WRAP

  (with saffron rice) Skewered of seasoned ground sirloin with lettuce, tomato, onion, our special sauce and saffron rice wrapped in lavash bread.

• SHISH KABOB

  (highly recommended) Juicy chunks of filet mignon, marinated, skewered and charbroiled with onions, green peppers and tomato.

SIDE ORDER

• Extra Plain Rice

• Extra Flavored Rice

• Extra Koobideh

• Extra Chicken

• Extra Shish Kabob

• Extra Barg

• Extra Chicken Bard

DESSERTS

• PERSIAN ICE CREAM

  (Rosewater, Saffron and Pistachio)

• FALOODEH

  (Rosewater and starch)

• MAKHLOOT

  (Combination of ice cream and faloodeh)

• SHOLEH ZARD

  (Saffron rice pudding)

• ROLLETE

• NAPOLEON

• CREAM PUFFS

• TIRAMISU

• BAGHLAVA

• BAMIEH

• ZOOLBIA

• CHOCOLATE MOUSSE

• PASSION FRUIT MOUSSE

Others

• SOUPS