Best of the City 2013: Middle Eastern breakfast spreads that top your typical brunch

The Persian spreads at this sunny new brunch spot are lovingly made with splashes of olive oil, sprinkles of pomegranate seeds and punches of garlic—a welcome change from the bloated breakfast burgers all over town. The Guisavah brings two runny sunny-side-up eggs dotted with sautéed dates and walnuts, and sided by a creamy feta cube and a forest of fresh basil. It’s best enjoyed with warm flatbread and orange blossom jam. $9.

Takht-e Tavoos, 1120 College St. W., 647-352-7322