We could be somewhere in the United States, somewhere in Europe, or even in the Middle east (!!). Although these places are all different, there is always one thing in common with our trips to these places.

We. Are. Always. Looking. For. An. Iranian. Restaurant. (Period.)

So, you would think that we would want to try the authentic meals of the country that we are in. Yes, that would make the most sense. But no, Iranian’s usually want to find the same type of food, that we already are so familiar with. Why?  Because.. we miss it so much after the one day we have been away?!?! (yes)

Well, to start, I think we just love food in general. (I know a lot of people do, but trust me, we really, really do… I will also include Greeks, Italians, Indians.. international people in general maybe?) We just love it and our days revolve around it.  Mid breakfast, we ask where we should go for lunch, by mid lunch, we ask where we should go for dinner. And then by mid-dinner…well, you get it.

That is not enough though. Not only do we plan our days based on where we are going for the next meal, but then ask “I wonder if there is an Iranian restaurant here that we could go to…”

Eyes widen, ears perk up, and we start yelping/googling/facebooking. 

Quick example… my family and I went to Dubai last winter. We landed, rented a car, asked about the closest Iranian restaurant (we were so hungry and tired. Just really didn’t want to even risk not having delicious food). We got to the restaurant and it was great.

Ohhh wait! I think I left out the part that we also got into a car accident on the way. I think it was a sign/punishment from Dubai…. “at least try our food for your first night here!!”

And on that note – for those of you who are in Boston or visiting the Boston area soon.. here are some of the Iranian Restaurants to try. Incase you have that craving for any meal or just a random delicious snack in your day…

Lala Rokh 
97 Mount Vernon St., Boston, MA.
(617) 720-5511

Moby Dick 
269 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA. 02115
(617) 236-5511