Upscale Indian dining w/ refined ambiance. Great for client lunches or date nights. Known for approachable spice levels & elevated classics.
Molly Fitzpatrick reviews Tamarind Tribeca, an upscale Indian restaurant in NYC, praising its Executive Lunch Special and several standout dishes like Chingri Malai and Lamb Kassa.
Tamarind Tribeca offers a sophisticated take on Indian cuisine in an opulent setting, making it ideal for client lunches or special occasions. The restaurant is praised for its refined atmosphere and a menu that balances classic flavors with unique presentations. While some find it slightly inauthentic or too corporate, many appreciate its approachable spice levels and consistent quality, making it a reliable upscale Indian dining experience.
This upscale Indian restaurant is known for its refined take on classic dishes, with many appreciating the option for lower spice levels. Standout dishes mentioned include the tandoori grilled lamb chops, venison chops, chaat, and a creamy coconut fish. However, some find the food to be average, a bit too corporate, or overpriced for the flavor profile, with one review noting it as technically proficient but lacking depth compared to other establishments.
"The tandoori grilled lamb chops and venison chops are highly praised. Other recommended dishes include the chaat, a creamy coconut fish, and the Executive Lunch Special which offers a good selection of dishes."
Customers generally have a positive view of Tamarind Tribeca, highlighting its upscale ambiance and suitability for business lunches or dates. While some find the food a bit average or not authentically spicy, many appreciate the refined experience and consistent quality.
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Some diners find the restaurant to be a bit corporate or that the food is not authentically spicy. One reviewer noted it as technically proficient but lacking flavor compared to other establishments.
"The commenter found Tamarind to be slightly better than Kebab aur Sharab, but still not highly regarded. They criticized it as overpriced, bland Northern Indian food catered to a specific demographic, with only marginal value during special pricing periods like business lunch or Restaurant Week."
Negative"Tamarind is considered overpriced and offers bland Northern Indian food aimed at an older, less adventurous clientele. It's only semi-worth it for business lunch or Restaurant Week due to reduced prices."
Negative"Tamarind is mentioned as being only slightly better than Kebab aur Sharab, which the commenter found very disappointing and bland."
Negative"The commenter states that Tamarind TriBeCa has always been on the money in their experience."
Positive"In response to a comment about Tamarind being 'mid', this user agreed that it's considered 'mid' by many New Yorkers, likely because it's not spicy."
Neutral"Following up on a previous comment, this user mentioned that while Tamarind might be 'mid' to some, they acknowledge it's a popular spot for many New Yorkers, often because it's not spicy."
Neutral"The commenter has always liked the tandoori grilled lamb chops at Tamarind, and even more so their venison chops."
Positive"The commenter is always impressed with Tamarind for larger groups of 8-10 people, though they have not hosted a private event there."
Positive"Tamarind was mentioned as a potential restaurant for hosting a private event in Manhattan."
Neutral"This user typically gets takeout from Tamarind."
Neutral"Tamarind has already been tried and enjoyed by the commenter."
Positive"Tamarind is considered better than Musaafer for classic Indian dishes."
Positive"The user recommends Tamarind as one of their go-to Indian restaurants in NYC."
Positive"The user simply suggests Tamarind."
Neutral"The user suggests Tamarind in Tribeca may be good and that they enjoy the food there."
Positive"The user suggests Tamarind as a good option for Indian cuisine."
Positive"The commenter hasn't eaten at Tamarind in years but recalls it being fancier than tasty, describing it as elegant and technically proficient but lacking in flavor compared to other places."
Negative"This commenter suggests Tamarind as a high-end and vibey option for Indian food."
Positive"The Dal Makhnani at Tamarind Dhaba was great the last time this commenter had it."
Positive"If you want curries, this user recommends Tamarind or Cloves."
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