Lala Rokh

03/22/09

Very disappointing

by josef617 at Citysearch

The food was good, but the overall experience was lacking - particularly given the cost.

It took more than 20 mins to leave my car with the valet (a requirement on Beacon Hill) - at one point, cars were stacked 4 deep on Charles St. The management didn't seem to care.

At one point, the owner actually yelled at some of us in our party (5 couples - check over $800) when we questioned the bill.

Good to see they don't care about repeat business in this economy. We won't be going back to Lala Rokh.

• Pros: Food was unique and good
• Cons: valet parking took forever, service/management poor

09/10/08

Some interesting dishes

by scottieb3 at Citysearch

I liked Lala Rokh, but didn't find it out of this world as some other reviewers claim. First off, the food was decent but not sensational. I had game hen, and it was cooked well but a tad dry. The grilled vegetables stole the show actually, I normally avoid most vegetables, but here I cleaned them off my plate and the plates of some of my dining companions. The service was decent, we seemed to have every waiter at some point during our meal. This sounds nice (who hasn't sat in a restaurant wondering if they'll ever get to place an order?) but it become a tad obnoxious when we had to turn down dessert three times and wait for the RIGHT waiter to place an order. As for atmosphere, the restaurant was cozy and comforting, despite it's location it was more trendy than quaint. As tourist, it took some helpful directions from a random Bostonian to find the place.

I'd go back, but not before trying a number of other Boston suggestions first. And definitely order something different.

• Pros: Simple atmosphere, constant service
• Cons: A little overhyped

07/14/08

A whole new experience for the palate

by delacuadra at Citysearch

My experience at Lala Rokh was exceptional. I went with my husband to celebrate our first anniversary. We were going for the weekend to Boston and it was hard to decide were to go for a special dinner. The idea of Persian food on Beacon Hill sounded very good to me and it was really more that we both expected. To start the atmosphere was very "tranquil" and sober, and at the same time romantic and relaxed. Service was excellent too. They were very efficient, gave us good descriptions about the food and advice in what to order. The food was very different, tasty and aromatic, a whole new experience for the palate. I recommend it a 100% and will be taking friends and going back because I defintely want to try their whole menu. Can't go without trying the "Fezenjen".

• Pros: Good location, nice athmosfere, great service, delicious food
• Cons: Being a small place I think is best to make reservations to avoid waiting

06/21/08

Wow was this place bad

by tobiasfunke at Citysearch

I typically love this type of food, but not this place. Wow was it bad. Everything was overcooked. Their attempt at subtle flavors actually means flavorless food. Service may have been the worst I've ever had at a higher end restaurant in Boston. People talk about this place like it's something special. My guess is they've never actually had good persian food, because this was NOT it. I could go on but what's the point? Trust me, I know good food. This is not it. Don't go here, ever.

• Pros: ???
• Cons: Bad meal, Bad service, Bad ambience, Overpriced....but otherwise terrific

12/27/07

Overrated

by hartzdog at Citysearch

The food they serve is generally bland - not what I expect when patronizing a middle eastern restaurant - and often overcooked. The ambiance is below average; too many families with kids really detract from the atmosphere. And let's be honest, the restaurant's interior is just plain ugly. At these prices there are many, many other places at which one can have a better meal in a better location.

• Pros: Average service
• Cons: Bland food, poor atmosphere