Pars Deli
Austin, TX 78757-7050
Phone: (512) 452-4888
- Price:
- $
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 9am-8pm, Sun 12pm-5pm
Editorial Review for Pars Deli – by Andrea Abel
In Short
The expected kabobs and falafel are joined by enticing-sounding descriptions of stews with dried limes, sour barberries and saffron. Lunch brings in a quick turnover of high-tech workers and the office crowd for economical yet hearty specials. Regulars know to ask questions about the sometimes confusing combo plates on the hand-written menu might unearth off-menu treasures. Afternoons and evenings find a quieter spot, when Middle Eastern men enjoy Turkish coffee and traditional sweets like baklava at the small tables for two.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasStock up on delicacies such as pomegranate syrup, rose water, spices and beans from the shelves lining the store, the bakery case and the freezer. Or pick up hummus, feta, baba ganouj and pita for at-home entertaining.
Save MoneyEntrees come with complimentary, hot minty black tea.
User Reviews for Pars Deli
03/30/2008 Posted by johnmorgan3
I bought "A Taste of Persia" by Najmieh K. Batmanglij, a beautiful little book on Persian cooking. A friend, Dar, suggested Pars Deli. Their French and Bulgarian goat cheeses, purchasable in bulk, are perfect complements to salads, rices, and kebab/kababs. The same can be said for their yogurts, which I now use as a substitute for sour cream. I've tried their powdered sumac on rice and yogurt, and find it renders just the right piquance for those otherwise bland dishes. The tea there is phenomenal, and is complimentary with a meal or while you wait for a take-out. Ask their friendly staff what tea they use (it is Earl Grey with bergamot and a touch of orange water) and where it can be found on the shelf. They'll take time to step from behind the counter and show you...a nice touch in a store crowded with so many delicacies. The best thing of all is the informality and focus on quality in foods. The place is a britannica of herbs, spices, cheeses, and persian meals. You'll not tire of Pars Deli. BTW, this is my first comment on this site, but I thought Pars worthy of the effort.
Pros: Food, Price, Variety , Friendliness
Cons: Average location and sometimes difficult parking
02/27/2008 Posted by murderbyjill
I love this place. The staff is great. They're always super friendly. I get to go falafels from here all the time. It's quick and cheap. I've been to other places in austin for falafel and its always been over priced and gross. Pars falafels are moist and not burnt like other places I've been. The tables are small but you can always pull them together for a large group. The only thing I don't like...you have to walk through the kitchen to get to the bathroom. It's just a little awkward. BUT I do get to peak at all the food being cooked. I definately recommend the falafel wraps and the lentils and rice :) The iced tea is also great. Like the other guy said they do something extra to it that makes it stand out.
Pros: Fast service, great prices.
Cons: bathroom.
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