Sam Cafe, in the Gandhi complex, is one of the trendiest cafes in northern Tehran, a lively hub of the city’s contemporary social life. Its buzzing terrace and modern interior fill with young Tehranis enjoying coffee, shakes, brunch and light meals from morning until late. Part of a cluster of fashionable cafes and restaurants, it captures the energy of Tehran’s cafe culture, which serves as the main social outlet in the city, and is a great place to watch local life unfold.