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    Tamarind

    3.9 (1.2k reviews)
    PriceyIndian
    Open 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:30 PM - 11:30 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    TAMARIND EXECUTIVE LUNCH - Salmon marinated in yogurt, Braised lamb and rice
    Dennis G.

    Tamarind Tribeca continues to impress, even 15 years after opening, and remains one of New York City's premier destinations for refined Indian cuisine. Founded by Avtar Walia, Tamarind was conceived with a clear and ambitious vision: to elevate Indian dining to the same fine-dining echelon as Michelin-recognized French and Italian restaurants. That vision first took shape at the original Flatiron location, which earned a coveted Michelin star and helped redefine how Indian food was perceived in the U.S. When the Flatiron restaurant closed, Tamarind's legacy carried forward seamlessly to its expansive Tribeca home at 99 Hudson Street. The Tribeca space is both elegant and inviting, with high ceilings, large windows, and an open tandoor kitchen that adds energy to the room without sacrificing sophistication. The menu reflects a deep respect for regional Indian traditions, executed with precision and contemporary finesse. Each dish showcases thoughtful technique, balanced spices, and a level of polish that is still surprisingly rare in Indian fine dining. And the service is world-class. For anyone seeking an elevated, nuanced, and consistently excellent Indian dining experience, Tamarind Tribeca remains a benchmark--proof that great restaurants don't just endure, they evolve.

    Bagare Jhinga (SPL)
    Altaf A.

    Our experience ultimately didn't line up with the solid reputation this place has. The place is upscale with a great atmosphere and ambiance. We were welcomed by half a dozen staff as we were led to a room at the back. Service was good. While our server didn't check-in regularly and I just had to make the slightest gesture and someone would notice and either come to us or send our server. At one point, one person came in and said they were going to adjust the table, which was rocking although it was not something we had noticed ourselves. The point of failure for us was the food. We ordered the Shrimp appetizer, which had a mild tikka masala-like sauce. The big shrimps themselves didn't have the flavor and it was clear they weren't even cooked in that sauce, only dipped in before serving. Add it would turn out this was one of the best of what we had. We got the Kerala Fish curry, Punjabi kukkad, which is just chicken curry, the Okra, the Pulao and garlic naan. The Punjabi chicken curry was completely uninspired. It was large unflavored cubes of chicken in a basic chicken tikka masala like sauce with a higher spice level. This would not be found in any Punjabi household, I'm sorry to say. It got worse with the Kerala fish curry. I had one spoon and my mouth was on fire. Now, being of Indian background, I've grown up eating curries and spices. No one would accuse me of not being able to eat spicy food. I'm happy to go eat Dave's Hot Chicken, and I joke with my friends that I could drink Sriracha. This wasn't the case of too high heat level. The combination of spices was just overloaded. The bhindi and Pulao were also too high in spice levels but weren't as bad. We asked for Raita to balance it all, but this was a meal that was ruined. We got the Ras Malai, which was really nice and helped things cool down. Even as we were leaving the restaurant, my stomach was getting upset. I could make it only 10 blocks before needing to get to a bathroom. Both of us were not well. We couldn't understand what happened. Was it only our food that got double, triple spice levels? Other people seemed just fine. My partner would go back because of the solid reputation and to give a another chance. I'll go to Edison NJ myself if I want good food! I'm not doing that again at $200. 4 stars, for the ambiance and service. Minus one for awful spice levels, minus one for making me go the bathroom twice.

    Pudina Paratha
    Riddhi S.

    We visited this upscale Indian restaurant in NYC for a special lunch to celebrate my in-laws' 37th wedding anniversary and were thoroughly impressed. The ambiance is elegant, spacious, and inviting--with soft Bollywood music playing in the background, adding a warm and pleasant vibe. The staff was incredibly humble and attentive, which made the experience even more enjoyable. What we ordered: (Ratings are mentioned in brackets out of 5) Drink: Cucumber Gimlet ($14) - Refreshing but didn't quite stand out (3/5) Appetizers: Palak Chaat ($16.5) - Great balance of spice and sweetness, less oily than usual (4/5) Hara Bhara Kebab ($18.7) - Decent flavor, though not extraordinary (3.5/5) Main Course: Paneer Lababdar ($28.6) - Soft paneer with flavorful gravy. We requested medium spice and it was just right (4.3/5) Breads: Malai Naan ($12.10) - Soft, filled with malai, and very satisfying Pudina Paratha - Fresh and nicely spiced (4.5/5) for the breads overall Dessert: Complimentary Mango Cheesecake - A thoughtful and sweet surprise from the staff to mark the occasion. Though prices are on the higher side, the quality of food, warm service, and relaxing ambiance made it well worth it--ideal for a memorable celebration.

    Tasting menu
    Rosy C.

    The food was amazing! Everything was delicious and the staff was very attentive. As we had a larger group we decided to do the tasting menu which gave us samplings of various dishes, it concluded with various desserts. They were even nice enough to give us more of a particular dessert that was our favorite.

    Anisha M.

    I loved this place! It was so classy but still felt like south Asian cultural elements were done really well. For cocktails, I ordered the Tikhi Margarita and the Sunrise in Mumbai. The latter of which was so rich and delicious, especially if you enjoy whiskey that is the drink you should order. For food, I ordered the Malai Halibut and I'm so glad I was able to try to the signature seafood options offered at this restaraunt. Everything was really well done, the only thing I would say was service was a bit slow.

    Bennett L.

    Came here for a client dinner and food was very solid. The restaurant itself has very nice aesthetics and an upscale yet casual ambience. Service was attentive and did a great job of explaining the foods/drinks and recommending the dishes for our table. We got the Prix Fixe menu, which had a variety of different dishes for the table to try. I enjoyed being able to sample a bit of everything that the restaurant had to order, though I would say that it wasn't the most filling meal that I've had. Price wise, it's on the most pricey side for Indian in NYC, but it's expected for Tamarind. Solid restaurant if you want to eat Indian in an elevated ambience.

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    Nav S.

    One of my most favorite restaurants! Once you enter it is a majestic site to behold. Probably the most beautiful and well decorated Indian restaurant in the city! The service is very quick and friendly! The food is incredible, the tandoori items found here are a league in their own and the halibut truly lives up to the hype! Must haves: halibut, tandoori platter and anything from the apps because they never disappoint!

    Excellent ambience
    Shashi B.

    My rating for a restaurant starts with the welcome and the attention of the staff and then the food. This restaurant is well run and there's never a minute when someone is not seeing if you need anything in a very respectful and non intrusive way. Water glasses were refilled quickly as if they were bottomless which is a sign of a restaurant that has trained its staff well. Our party liked both the jaljeera cocktail and the mocktail. The choice of a 16 oz z kingfisher beer and Taj Mahal was very welcome. The tamarind scallop appetizer, murg malova, lasuni gobi were excellent. We were expecting the palak chat to be great as well but the spinach powdered a lot and wasn't as tangy as the rest. Definitely an opportunity here for the chef. Another sign of a good restaurant is the texture of the bread, the nan, rosemary nan and the laccha paratha melted in your mouth which tells me that the kitchen had some excellent talent. Our main course of Nargisi kofta curry, Barwan Simla Mirch and Punjabi Tikhe kabab were fantastic. The Tikhe kabab is the equivalent of Chicken Tikka and was well marinated and succulent. Vicky and team did a fantastic job with service and explaining the dishes. It was great to see Avatar Walia the owner make his rounds greeting guests including us. A classic move with the owner on the floor. On our way out the lady manager even held the door for us showing that they have a well motivated staff. This is an upscale restaurant and you get more value than your money especially if you are going for a special celebration. It's not your let's drop in if we are hungry kind of place. Reservations are best.

    Ryan Y.

    Came here on a Friday night. Made reservations at 6pm. Was running a little late and had no issues coming 15 mins late. Ordered the Murgh Malai kebab as an appetizer. The chicken was juicy and tender and complimented well with the sauce. Our entrees was the lobster masala and malai halibut with a side of garlic naan bread. Love the lobster masala. The masala sauce pairs well with the lobster. The malai halibut was also soft and tender. Loved how it tasted with ginger sauce. The garlic naan paired well with the entrees. Finish off the meal, we ordered the Black Forest cake and mango cheese cake. Enjoyed both desserts and would recommend getting both. Service was very attentive. We even received a complimentary appetizer and a hand towel before our meal

    One of three lamb chops on the appetizer menu. They also serve a lamb chop main course.
    Brandi C.

    Outstanding! This was our second & third time here during travel. We were only in town 5 days and we came here twice! Hands down the BEST INDIAN FOOD we have ever had! Nothing misses the mark. It's a very comfy and sophisticated atmosphere and the friendly staff never fails to provide attentive service. Can't wait for our next trip! Pro tip: the lamb chops are the thickest we've ever seen and we had them in New Zealand! Delicious!

    Gushtaba- two big balls of ground lamb with spices
    Sanjay G.

    This review is for their special lunch and when we visited, it featured the Kashmir Menu. the elegant Indian restaurant located in TriBeCa (10 mins walk from WTC). we missed Restaurant Week but nevertheless, we had an amazing experience here. The decor is spectacular, the moment you enter, you encounter a bar area, with very high ceilings, modern and very elegant, not at all over the top. it seats 150+ people on two levels, the main dining room and the mezzanine. It was our anniversary, so they offered us a corner booth. Here is a booth in which to sit, quiet and slightly removed from the bustle of the rest of the room, separated from others by a sheer curtain. by the way, it is a recipient of a prestigious Michelin star in the Flatiron section of Manhattan, the Tamarind Tribeca, now at its new home is the definitive restaurant where one can experience Indian Cuisine in its purest form with a contemporary touch. We settled and then gave a glance at the Kashmir menu and ordered- * Gushtaba- two big balls of ground lamb with spices... though it was the appetizer, it was too much for me and I was almost half full. It might be the case while taking the first bite, you won't like it but later on, it will grow on you- 3.5/5 * Kashmiri Machli- not sure why they serve regular Salmon and no, I do not think it was anywhere near to Kashmiri preparation - it was disappointing - 2.5/5 * Dhaniwal Murgh- Oridinary item, okish- 3/5 * Kahsmiri boti: Marinated lamb, think about mutton steak - the highlight of the meal, medium rare - amazing- 4/5 * Kasoor Halwa (Green apple halwa) and Anjeer icecream in desserts - it was good The overall meal was not too great for us except Kashmiri boti... I gave him feedback (being a reviewer, this is something I contribute towards all business, doesn't matter how big or small the establishment is) they served mango cheesecake as a complementary item for our anniversary. Owner Avtar Walia also came and asked their courtesy question - 'is everything alright" and congratulated us on our anniversary. Meat -- especially lamb -- is both sculptural and tender. Price: $35 PP with tax Ambiance: As mentioned above, Dramatic ceiling-high windows face Hudson and Franklin Streets, adding drama to dining at Tamarind, and L-shaped banquette seating in low booths can be found around many of the windows. overall experience - 3.5/5 but with great ambiance, and top-notch service, I will give it 4 out of 5 ratings. Tamarind is a great place and I highly recommend it, if you want to go to an elegant Indian place.

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    Consistently great food and service. Always the best, beats out all the new fancy spots in town.

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    4.6
    (175 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    This place is incredible. I got lunch from there today, the owner is so nice and the food quality…read moreis spectacular. The chicken was tender and so well flavored, the spicy was perfect, everything was fresh and delicious. Don't skip out on the mango lassi. I will be back many many times. Best Indian food I've had in the East Village.

    Most abysmal service I have experienced in NYC. There's long waits, wrong dishes, or slow service,…read moreand then there's the racist owner who straight up lies to you. After an hour of waiting for our food, the three tables around us who arrived after us already got their food and were nearly done with their meal. We ask about this twice, and each time the owner says all three tables "pre-ordered" their food. I was confused and asked every table if this was true and obviously it was not. Before leaving, we confront the owner about the inconsistencies in his story, but he just double downs on his lie, alleging that we don't understand how a restaurant is run. For some reason, he even started to yell at the busgirl who was trying to get him to apologize? In addition to holding us hostage for an hour and continued lying, he tries to make the racist point that Indian food is more sophisticated and takes longer to prepare than other types of Asian food. I feel there are certain standards in the NYC service industry given the competition, and this was a confusing and unacceptable experience. The food was admittedly good, but not good enough for them to have the attitude they had.

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    4.0
    (906 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$$

    My friends and I walked by this place regularly and always admired the colorful outdoor…read moredecorations. We finally got to try it out and I really loved the beautiful design, elaborate lighting and nostalgic pictures inside. Even the bathrooms were tastefully decorated to match the very Indian theme. My friend who's Indian and had been there many times was in charge of ordering. These are the dishes we shared. Amritsari Chole Tikka Murgh malai tikka Mutton sukka with butter naan and garlic naan Achari chicken with basmati rice Rabdi with lychee. Everything was beautifully presented and had so much flavor. The butter naan and mutton were some of my favorites. I am not someone that can handle a lot of spice and I found the food very spicy but I had to eat it because it was so good. My friends are Asian and seemed fine with the spice level. The rabdi dessert was the perfect ending to the meal. This was so creamy and delicious. I would return just for this dessert alone. The only shortcoming were the drinks. They looked very cool but the flavors were just not good. The delicious food and ambiance made up for the drinks. This place is expensive so I would come for a special occasion and be prepared to pay accordingly.

    I think this place is good, but slightlyy overhyped in my opinion. The prices are definitely on the…read morehigher side, and the food, while tasty, wasn't super memorable. For drinks I started with the chai martini cocktail which looked prettier than it tasted. The mango lassi was delicious though! For food, got the Paneer roll which was tasty and tangy, and the Bone Marrow app which was a nice presentation but honestly it was just marrow. For mains we got the Butter Chicken, peas rice, and butter naan. All were very tasty, but nothing was super memorable. We finished with the lychee dessert which very good but very sweet. Service was good and the restaurant is pretty, but not a standout for me.

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    Indian Accent

    4.3
    (836 reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$$$

    Great service and good it is unreasonable restriction to have everyone to have minimum 3 courses to…read moresit in the dining room there are poor eaters but want to drink and enjoy tough that option is available if you sit in the bar otherwise it is a must visit restaurant

    What a gem! I've been to Indian Accent New Delhi and so was quite eager to try it out here in…read moreManhattan. However, we never really got to it, having been busy exploring the Semmas and Bungalows of the city. On a cold Saturday evening my partner and I decided to give Indian Accent a shot - got rather last minute reservations over the phone. They were kind enough to accommodate us for a 7 pm slot, and once we got there we were seated immediately. We chose the four course menu, and found each course to be better than the one before! The shorba (soup) and garlic kulcha amuse bouche was a nice touch to get things started - loved the tiny terracotta mugs. Proceeded onto the shakarkandi chaat and the chilly pork roti - the former reminding me of the delectable street food in Delhi winters with the latter being a very good Indian rif on birria tacos. The star of the show for me was the Tofu medu vada - so unique and flavorful and melt in the mouth! I've not had anything quite like it before. My partner had the wagyu kebab that he said was excellent! For mains we had the chicken malai and the paneer - both tasty, but by this point we were already so full, and had to get most of the mains to go. But because there's always room for dessert, for our final course we scarfed down doda barfi with ice-cream and sticky toffee banana pudding - both of which were finger licking delish! Our service was great too - Ty our server was so nice and had the best recommendations. I'd have never gone for the tofu medu vada among all the other options and he urged me to, and it really turned out to be the highlight of my meal. The cocktails were good too. All in all, I think this is such a nice upscale Indian dining spot for a night out in the city. Having tried most of the other trending newer spots, i think Indian Accent sits right among the top! I'd highly recommend and cannot wait to be back!

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    Semma

    Semma

    4.1
    (649 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    We were fortunate to get reservations on the day of my wife's 40th bday. She is South Indian and…read morehas been dying to go here. I can't even describe how unbelievable the food was. From the dosa to the biryani and that oxtail (omg), every single item they placed onto our table was absolutely delicious. It just blew our mind. We ate at 530pm with the expectation of going to a roof top bar and partying afterwards. However, we were so full and satisfied with our food that we had no choice but to accept defeat, realizing that this meal alone was all the celebration we needed. We went home, and then watched the Knicks in game 1 of the eastern conference finals make an incredible come back in the 4th quarter after being down by over 20 points. Even that as a huge Knicks fan wasn't as satisfying as my meal at Semma.

    We were lucky to snag a same day reservation for 2 at 5 pm and it was so incredibly worth the hype…read more Semma is the only Michelin star indian restaurant in NYC and serves southern Indian cuisine. Their gunpowder dosa is viral for a reason and I think it's a must try for your first time here. Other standouts are the lentil dumpling and goat biriyani. If there's one thing you must order, it has to be the passionfruit custard dessert. Genuinely one of my favorite restaurant desserts I have ever had. The service was great as well!!

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