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Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Welcome to Imlee (“Tamarind” in Hindi). We offer a large variety of authentic, mainly North-Indian cuisine and have been serving a taste of India in the heart of our Pinecrest neighborhood since 2003. Our food's consistently rated excellent on the Zagat survey and listed as one of the top Indian restaurants in Florida. Our menu includes a lot of vegetarian options as well as a wide variety of chicken, lamb and seafood dishes. We offer an extensive wine and beer list that's available for online viewing as well. We look forward to tantalizing your palates and guarantee that you'll be back to try something new on our menu! Thank you.
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73 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 73 reviews
5 stars
(36)
4 stars
(27)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(46)
- fit for foodies(28)
- romantic(25)
- special occasion(21)
- great for lunch(8)
- late-night find(5)
Imlee. An Indian Bistro Reviews List
Review 1 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Yummy
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/15/2013
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was impressed, food was yummy, tons of flavor. We were first served this flat bread with 3 great sauces to start. The Entrees were nice portions and just very good. I've had Indian food in London and this is just as good. The place is small which is good and bad, but nice and cozy."
Dined on 5/15/2013
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Review 2 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was excellent. The electronic music was a bit too loud and not pertaining to the restaurant ambience. We felt it was too dark. The food was to pungent, spicy and the prices were extremely high. We had asked for no hot spice food for 2 people but
that did not work."
that did not work."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 3 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We've visited this restaurant several times and we love the food. My husband is British and has especially enjoyed finding authentic Indian cuisine close to our home as he had to go a long time without it. The portions are large, the food is tasty and the atmosphere is comfortable. They customize the spiciness of the dishes and they do offer papadam to munch on while you wait. Service is slow. Generally two waiters on staff for 10-12 tables, but a steady stream of take-out customers seems to contribute to the delays.
Overall we like it and will go back -- we recommend, but be prepared for a little bit of a drawn-out dining experience."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is always amazing,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is always amazing, the service on the other hand is not so much. The waitress was terrible. The restaurant is relatively small but it gets busy on the weekends, everyone recommends making reservations. Why the restaurant won't hire more staff for the weekend is beyond me. The waitress was rude and short while taking our orders, we saw her maybe three times throughout the entire dining experience. She would constantly pass by the table but not acknowledge us. When we finally got her attention to bring us our check, she never did and we had to end up asking the amazing busser for it. That 'amazing' wasn't sarcastic, he was the only person giving good customer service in the entire restaurant."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
the best romantic indian restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"You want get this great of service and attention just anywhere. Had a romantic birthday dinner set up for my girlfriend, it was prefect."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 6 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything was fantastic.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything was fantastic. This was some of the best Indian food I've had in years. Will definitely be going back very soon."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 7 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Have to update their wine
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Have to update their wine list. Ordered two different wines and neither of them available. By the time we selected a wine that was in stock, our food was already at the table. Food was spectacular."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 8 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Goa Fish Curry is a Must!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"From the first aromatic breaths to the last succulent bite of the seabass in curry, the Goa Fish Curry is an outstanding must dish. Well balanced, extremely flavorful, very unique. Another fine dinning experience at Imlee!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The new chef is no comparison
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The new chef is no comparison to the prior chef. Chicken Korma was very bland and the lamb Karahi was not as good as it was before."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2006
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Review 10 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This place is great! The food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place is great! The food is amazing. We've been here many times and the services is always excellent. This time they sat us on a corner table so we had a hard time getting the attention of the waiter but they were pretty busy.
Overall, this is the best Indian restaurant we've tried in Miami."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2007
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 11 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
An outstanding dining experience.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"An outstanding dining experience. Especially delightful finding a live sitar player with beautifully intergrated background music on a recent sunday evening visit. IF you are an afficiando of Indian cuisine, you will be more than pleased...wide variety....spices of extraordinary texture....curries, lamb,chicken beef, and a mushroom dish par excellence.
If you are NOT an INDIAN cuisine afficianado.......let the knowledgable staff guide you.
We recommend IM LEE and will continue to be regular diners there."
If you are NOT an INDIAN cuisine afficianado.......let the knowledgable staff guide you.
We recommend IM LEE and will continue to be regular diners there."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2008
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Review 12 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
place is small. They had one
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"place is small. They had one table outside. We enjoyed the food and servie."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went for a late night dinner.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went for a late night dinner. The food and service was outstanding. We will go in the near future again."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service seems to be getting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service seems to be getting more and more hectic and disorganized - good staff are leaving, food remains great."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
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Review 15 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was our first time at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first time at this restaurant. My daughter had a voucher and gave it to us as she hadn't been able to use it. Everything was great, except for our server's attitude as we walked in (we were the first customers at 5:30 p.m.)He was complaining about how many people had reserved this night and the night prior due to the vouchers (expiring soon.) Also, the manager was very upset with one of his employees and we could hear him disciplining the man. (The restaurant is very small, so everything can be heard.)However, the same server did give us very good recommendations for our meal. So, if you want very good Indian food and you don't mind attitude, give it a go."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 16 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Third time visting Imlee and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Third time visting Imlee and as always the food was excellent and so was the staff. It's a hole in the wall mostly visited by the locals but it is definitely worth the try. Don't be scared about spicy foods as they can tone it down as requested."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had another wonderful dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had another wonderful dining experience at Imlee. This one was made even better by the live sitar playing. What an added bonus to an excellent restaurant."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 18 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Awesome food! Everyone very attentive and friendly. Not good for big groups, make a reservation. Can't wait to go back."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Overpriced; rushing us out
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overpriced; rushing us out for next wave. Need to improve customer relations.I'M not finished eating and man took my plate!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 20 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love Imlee. The food is
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love Imlee. The food is always made with love & you can taste it. The service was remarkable & I will definately be returning."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 21 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We really enjoyed dinner at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We really enjoyed dinner at Imlee's, it was delicious. We tried the vegetable samosas and garlic naan as our appetizer, I had the chicken tiki masala and bf had lamb tiki masala. The waiters were nice and kept our water glasses full, and again, the food was very flavorful and yummy. We would definitely return."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
the only problem was they
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"the only problem was they made us eat outside beacuse we made our reservations thru you...not happy about that"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 23 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of my favorites!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was exceptional and much more reasonably priced than other Indian restaurants in the area because it comes with rice and papadoms. Other places charge for these items, which should be included. Our water glasses were always full, and the staff was friendly and pleasant. Our meal came out quickly, and everything was just delicious! I would HIGHLY recommend Imlee!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 24 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food is good but it is small so get there early."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding authentic Indian
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Outstanding authentic Indian food. You see a lot of customers from India what is a good sign too."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 26 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The 1st time I went to Imlee
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The 1st time I went to Imlee was when I was reviewing it for "Check, Please! South Florida", a local TV show hosted by Chef Michelle Bernstein. The food was fantastic, but the service needed work - great when you could get the server's attention."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Do recommend
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"make a reservation .. small place and too many tables for such small amount of servers. But food great, ambiance great. It is not kid friendly .. no kids menu. Do expect an enjoyable but long dinner since again service is slow."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
very good food. novel approach
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"very good food. novel approach to 'buffet" where the food is brought to the table. This saved us time and hassle so we liked it."
Dined on 01/21/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 29 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First time. It was recommended
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"First time. It was recommended by a couple of friends, excelent food and service."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 30 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My sister and I went to find
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My sister and I went to find a unique place in Miami....this was a Gem! Wonderful atmosphere and delicious food!"
Dined on 01/02/2013
2008
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 31 for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dining at Imlee is not an
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Dining at Imlee is not an everyday experience. It should be reserved for those special occasions or when you want something different than the usual fare you cook at home or some of the run-of-the-mill everyday places you visit to grab a bite to eat. My husband and I eat there once a month or every other month. On the evening of our recent visit, to my husband's surprise and delight, our waiter greeted us and wished us a happy anniversary. We were given a complimentary glass of champagne and dessert which was a lovely gesture. Although we have our favorite dishes, we like to try something different each time we visit. We tried the vegetable samosas as our appetizer,and shared a fish dish and the Chicken Madras for our entree. Superb!"
Dined on 01/16/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Imlee. An Indian Bistro
Based on the average of (42) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic