Honest verdict on Tahdig — good but not exceptional
Tahdig here was solidly made — subtly bitter and complex without anything to complain about. barberries was present and handled reasonably. But something was missing from the depth that this dish should have.
Iranian cuisine has a 3000-year recorded history with influences on Arab, Turkish, and Central Asian cooking. The a Tehran restaurant atmosphere was pleasant enough. fresh pomegranate juice was available and a good suggestion. For a reliable version of Tahdig this works. For an exceptional one, I'd keep looking. Three stars.
Tahdig