Upscale Indian fine dining w/ luxurious decor & exceptional Mughlai dishes. Standout for fiery lamb & acclaimed halibut.
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.
This upscale Indian restaurant in Tribeca offers a luxurious dining experience with its opulent decor and grand marble bar. Known for its exceptional Mughlai dishes from a sleek, open kitchen featuring a prominent tandoor, it's a favored spot for high-end clientele. While service can be a bit inconsistent, the quality of main courses like the fiery lamb dish and acclaimed malai halibut make it a standout choice.
The food focuses on exceptional Mughlai dishes, with standout items including a fiery lamb dish, acclaimed malai halibut, and a flavorful kolambi pola prawn curry. While generally highly regarded, some feedback suggests that while technically proficient, some dishes might lack the depth of flavor found elsewhere, though specific items like the Dal Makhnani have been called great.
"Standout dishes include the fiery lamb dish (sirkha gosht), acclaimed malai halibut, and kolambi pola prawn curry. Specific mentions also include Dal Makhnani, truffle naan, and lamb chops."
Customers generally praise the restaurant for its upscale ambiance and high-quality Indian cuisine, with particular highlights being unique dishes and a refined dining experience. Some minor inconsistencies in service have been noted.
Important Note
Service can be inconsistent and the kitchen might fall behind during busy periods. One reviewer noted it can be a bit corporate and another felt it was more elegant than flavorful.
"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."
Positive"Tamarind is recommended as a good option."
Positive"Tamarind is described as an excellent Indian restaurant, although it's noted to be a bit corporate."
Positive"Tamarind in Tribeca is highly recommended as excellent, casual enough for the group, and likely able to accommodate 10 people."
Positive"Tamarind is suggested as a spacious restaurant option."
Neutral"The user suggests Tamarind as a higher-end Indian restaurant where one can find low or medium heat options, noting it might be somewhat inauthentic."
Positive"The author, though admittedly biased due to living near it ('on my corner'), states they would choose Tamarind for an Indian meal in NYC. This was in response to a query about where to have a last Indian meal."
Positive"Tamarind is always good."
Positive"Disagrees with the recommendations, finding both to be very average."
Negative"Suggests this spot for a date, also noting the good drinks."
Positive"Recommends Tamarind as an upscale Indian option suitable for work lunches, citing great service and approachable prices."
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