randolf Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 Went to the Caspian over the weekend. The food and service were lovely. We shared a load of different starters, which came with amazing flatbreads none of us remember ordering. Everything was delicious, different and exciting. Subtle, aromatic and spiced rather than spicy and not hot. The main courses were enormous and everything comes with (almost) too much rice. All the dishes were very reasonable, cheap even, but obviously cooked with love and skill. It was really, really good. Sorry to say that we were the only people in there, so get along and fill it up! You should definitely order the pickled aubergines to start with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteM01 Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 I agree, it's a lovely place. Wish I could get there more often... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DerbyTup Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 What kind of cuisine is it please? You've not said. I assume it's Turkish or Persian given the location of the Caspian sea - but it could equally be Russian or Kazakstani or some other stani I suppose. It's good to hear they cook with skill - although I'm not sure about the cooking with love bit. Tell me something... Is this another one of the many restaurants on that stretch that look scruffy and uninviting from the outside? If so, I probably wouldn't be tempted - even though the food may be good. And if it's empty as well that would be another thing to put me off. Places like that worry me - makes me wonder how clean the kitchens are and how fresh the food is if it looks like a dump from the outside, smells fusty inside, and you're the only ones eating. (Not saying this applies to Caspian btw - but am genuinely asking - because it sure applies to a number of others on that stretch). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteM01 Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 What kind of cuisine is it please? You've not said. I assume it's Turkish or Persian given the location of the Caspian sea - but it could equally be Russian or Kazakstani or some other stani I suppose. It's good to hear they cook with skill - although I'm not sure about the cooking with love bit. Tell me something... Is this another one of the many restaurants on that stretch that look scruffy and uninviting from the outside? If so, I probably wouldn't be tempted - even though the food may be good. And if it's empty as well that would be another thing to put me off. Places like that worry me - makes me wonder how clean the kitchens are and how fresh the food is if it looks like a dump from the outside, smells fusty inside, and you're the only ones eating. (Not saying this applies to Caspian btw - but am genuinely asking - because it sure applies to a number of others on that stretch). Persian (or Iranian if you like) cuisine, and quite smart-looking, inside and out. I much prefer quiet restaurants, as long as they are not so quiet they have to close! I don't understand the concept of 'atmosphere'; I just want good food, no salmonella and efficient service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ade65 Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 Went a few weeks ago and found it very bland and poor quality; wouldn't go back - but glad to hear others are having better experiences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gularscute Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 The meal I had there last week was anything but bland and poor quality. It was great food with deep, rich, complex flavours. The restaurant is very good value and friendly too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claret Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 I had an average meal there.... http://bit.ly/zgi6iT Shame that the bad points outweighed the good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteM01 Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 I had an average meal there.... http://bit.ly/zgi6iT Shame that the bad points outweighed the good! I really must change the text alert tone on my phone. That 'ping' causes so many bad reviews... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claret Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 I really must change the text alert tone on my phone. That 'ping' causes so many bad reviews... Ah.... that explains it....!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geezer Innit Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 It has a food hygine rating of 1 out of 5. http://www.scoresonthedoors.org.uk/business/persian-caspian-restaurant-sheffield-424788.html Shame really, as I've always fancied going there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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