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Persian Gulf Signature Restaurant/Museum
Restaurant information
Street address1389 Westwood Blvd
CityWest Los Angeles
StateCalifornia
CountryUnited States

Persian Gulf Signature Restaurant/Museum is an establishment located in West Los Angeles, acknowledged for its dual identity as both a restaurant and a historical war museum.

Overview[edit]

Persian Gulf Signature Restaurant/Museum founded by Roozbeh Farahanipour has a culinary experience with serving as a repository of historical artifacts related to the Persian Gulf and significant wars.

Museum Collection[edit]

The museum section features a noteworthy collection of artifacts, spanning from World Wars I and II to the two Persian Gulf Wars. Vintage magazines, posters, coins, military equipment, and notable signatures, including that of former U.S. President George H.W. Bush, provide visitors with a historical experience.

Culinary Experience[edit]

Diverse flavours of the Persian Gulf can be found on the menu. Patrons can indulge in dishes crafted with precision, incorporating a blend of both traditional and innovative culinary techniques.

Acknowledgment of First Responders[edit]

The noteworthy contributions of LAPD personnel and veterans in Los Angeles discussed in a CBS Los Angeles interview. The purpose of this acknowledgment is to express gratitude for their service to the community.

Memorial for Iranian Women[edit]

The Persian Gulf Signature Restaurant/Museum has steadfastly maintained a memorial dedicated to Mahsa Amini and the victims of the Iranian movement, even in the face of vandalism. In interviews by KABC-TV, Los Angeles Times, and KTTV, insights into the memorial's importance and conveys solidarity with the Iranian people was explained.

Events and Collaborations[edit]

The Friendly Westwood, Los Angeles Rotary Club organized an event at Persian Gulf Restaurant on September 21, 2023. The event featured Frances Hardy, the Director of Development at Ready to Succeed Institute.

Media Coverage[edit]

Santa Monica Mirror Feature: A video from the Santa Monica Mirror's TikTok account highlights historical artifacts associated with the Persian Gulf, curated by Roozbeh Farahanipour. The collection encompasses vintage magazines, posters, coins, military equipment, and notable signatures. Former military personnel have also contributed items to the museum.[1]

  • Voice of America Persian Video: A detailed presentation of artifacts primarily related to the Persian Gulf War I (Desert Storm - 1991) is provided in this place. Notable among them are medals from soldiers of various countries, all inscribed with the name "Persian Gulf." Also, intentions to exhibit these artifacts in diverse museums was shared.[2]
  • CBS Los Angeles Interview: , The gratitude to LAPD personnel and veterans of Los Angeles was expressed an interview with CBS Los Angeles.[3]
  • ABC7 Los Angeles Interview: A memorial for Mahsa Amini and victims of Iran's freedom movement at Persian Gulf Restaurant was discussed in an interview with ABC7. Despite vandalism that led to the destruction of the entrance door, the memorial stands as a tribute to the people of Iran.[4]
  • Los Angeles Times Interview: The memorial and a vandalism incident on October 18, 2022 was discussed in an interview with the Los Angeles Times. He speculates about the responsible parties and expresses support for the Iranian people, vowing to preserve the memorial.[5]
  • Fox 11 Los Angeles Article: .Insights into the memorial for Mahsa Amini and the victims of the Iranian freedom movement at Persian Gulf Restaurant was shared in an article from Fox 11 Los Angeles. Despite vandalism, he continues to keep the memorial and supports Iranian women.[6]
  • Century City News Video: In a video from Century City News, historical items related to the Persian Gulf, spanning World Wars I and II and the two Persian Gulf Wars was discussed. The collection includes vintage magazines, posters, coins, military equipment, and signatures from notable figures.[7]

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