The Persian Room is a self-important establishment with a gaudy décor and indifferent food. It's not all bad, but the food isn't good enough to make me want to return.
The platters are large and the portions generous. The pita is warm, the grilled tomato and basmati rice of reasonable quality, the basil and cilantro are fresh, the onion slices crisp. The male waiters are formally dressed, the gold gilt and faux-columns match the tables with table-cloths and upholstered chairs. So what's not to like?
Well, for one thing, the main courses - my lamb kubedah was simply bland - not bad, but just lacking in flavor. Couple that with the pretentious atmosphere, and waiters who were more interested in socializing with each other than waiting on their patrons - and you've got a restaurant that could be good, but won't be drawing me back for another try.