Lala Rokh

josef617 

on Citysearch

16 years ago

Very disappointing – 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. 

scottieb3 

on Citysearch

16 years ago

Some interesting dishes – 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... read more

delacuadra 

on Citysearch

16 years ago

A whole new experience for the palate – 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 a... read more

tobiasfunke 

on Citysearch

16 years ago

Wow was this place bad – 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. 

hartzdog 

on Citysearch

17 years ago

Overrated – 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. 

daberk 

on Citysearch

17 years ago

This Place Sucked! – I am not going to write a long drawn out review, but this place sucked. Simply put - the service was terrible, the food was overpriced and the decor was lame. There is nothing that I found there that I couldn't find at a food stand. There are lots of other choices in around Boston to go to. 

farid1222 

on Citysearch

17 years ago

You have to try this – I have been coming to this restaurant since it opened a dozen years ago and continue to be astonished by the quality of the food. It's the only restaurant to offer the entire range of Persian cuisine (other Iranian restaurants, particularly in California--just as in Iran itself--only serve kebabs with one or two additional dishes). The food is extremely subtle, the original "slow food," made with an array of herbs and spices many of which are not available outside of Iran. The cuisines of Armenia and A... read more

mghazimo 

on Citysearch

17 years ago

Take it from a Persian... great!!!!! – I am honestly surprised to see anything but positive reviews! I lived in Boston for about 6 years and went to La La Rokh (no joke), close to 50 times. Seriously, I estimated this once. I always appreciate good Persian food and I have to say - La La Rokh has an amazing selection on their menu. They don't fall into the trap that many persian places do by just offering say, kababs. They have so much on their menu to truly give a good overall idea of persian food. The taste - I think out of... read more

lolo64 

on Citysearch

17 years ago

Overrated – I've heard so much about this place and I've been craving persian food for a while--so my friends and I were very excited. The eggplant appetizer was very good and flavorful. The same with the saffron ice cream. The entrees were good, but not amazing. The place was also a bit too swanky and $$ for what it was. Have defnitely had much much better persian food....but I guess this is how Beacon Hill does ethnic.