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Other Ethnic Restaurant
GANDHI INDIA'S CUISINE
4080 Paradise Road 3250 N. Tenaya Way
If a lunch buffet-load of Gandhi's tandoori chicken won't make you a pacifist, it's a harsh world indeed. The original, lunch-oriented location near the Hughes Center now has a smaller partner in the more residential Northwest area, which should keep Indian food a viable alternative to prime rib for the foreseeable future. Habib's Persian Cuisine finished second.
Our Pick:
HABIB'S PERSIAN CUISINE
4750 W. Sahara Ave.
This cozy little Middle Eastern place is tucked away inside the Sahara Pavilion shopping center. Be prepared to take your time, but Habib's a friendly fellow who will come visit your table, and a belly dancer often is on duty to take your mind off the wait. A diverse menu that includes chicken kebabs, salmon and more exotically marinated meats should satisfy a quest for something different.