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Tamarind - Chicago
Since 1989, the Ko family has been in the restaurant business, including such sites as Charming Wok and Charming Cuisine.
This newest incarnation is hip, and slightly Swank, in the up-and-coming South Loop neighborhood. Our Comfortable, casual interior is warm and welcoming.
The eclectic Asian cuisine is a fusion of Japanese/Thai/Chinese/Vietnemese, offering specialty original dishes like Asian Pizza.
Hailed as one of the best Asian restaurants in a city known for its cuisine, locals love us and have us on speed dial!
Enjoy!
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This newest incarnation is hip, and slightly Swank, in the up-and-coming South Loop neighborhood. Our Comfortable, casual interior is warm and welcoming.
The eclectic Asian cuisine is a fusion of Japanese/Thai/Chinese/Vietnemese, offering specialty original dishes like Asian Pizza.
Hailed as one of the best Asian restaurants in a city known for its cuisine, locals love us and have us on speed dial!
Enjoy!
32 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 32 reviews
5 stars
(4)
4 stars
(13)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(10)
- fit for foodies(9)
- great for lunch(9)
- neighborhood gem(8)
- kid-friendly(5)
- late-night find(2)
Tamarind - Chicago Reviews List
Review 1 for Tamarind - Chicago
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We had reservations to eat
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had reservations to eat before a show at the Auditorium. Seated promptly by a polite host, but then the experience went downhill. Our waitress barely spoke English, which in itself is OK, but she couldn't even answer our simple questions about the menu, offered no suggestions for first-time customers, and barely checked on us through the meal. One of us had to ask four times for a second glass of wine. The steamed Pot Stickers and Spring Rolls were both mediocre, with unremarkable flavor and texture. My Pad Thai was overcooked, probably the poorest version I've had in a restaurant, and I've ordered it many times in many places. I'm surprised at the good reviews online, we looked forward to this dinner and were quite disappointed."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
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Review 2 for Tamarind - Chicago
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
pleasant place, extensive
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"pleasant place, extensive menu. Sushi was good but not nearly as good as some other places (Ringo, Nori, etc) Good location for attending Auditorium Theater events tho"
Dined on 03/27/2013
2005
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Review 3 for Tamarind - Chicago
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good Variety of Asian Cuisine
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went here before seeing a performance at the Auditorium, just a short walk away. Tamarind offers a good variety of different types of asian food at reasonable prices. We tried 3 different maki's and the seafood noodle soup, all were very good."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2012
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Review 4 for Tamarind - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service was good and quick
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was good and quick perfect for a lunch break"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2007
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 5 for Tamarind - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tuna carpaccio trio probably
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tuna carpaccio trio probably the most amazing appetizer I have had in a LONG time. It came topped with jalapenos which, love them as I do, weren't required because the fish tasted so good. I like the interesting menu offering Chinese, Thai, Indian and other Asian cuisines."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 6 for Tamarind - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Heve been to other TA,around
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Heve been to other TA,around restaurants and quality was certainly equal...the ambiance was not upmtomthenothers however ..."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 7 for Tamarind - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Incredibly diverse menu.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Incredibly diverse menu. Very quick service."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Tamarind - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Asian Cuisine in Chicago
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Tamarind is a hidden diamond. We had tickets to see La Boheme at the DePaul University Theatre just around the corner from the restaurant. I made reservations on-line and when we arrived we were greeted by our name and were seated in the back in a cozy open booth.
The server, Niki is a gem. One of the best. The sushi was fantastic. The peartini was wonderful and the entrees were delicious. We parked on the street, right in front of the restaurant."
The server, Niki is a gem. One of the best. The sushi was fantastic. The peartini was wonderful and the entrees were delicious. We parked on the street, right in front of the restaurant."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 9 for Tamarind - Chicago
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Normal sushi. Nothing special
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Normal sushi. Nothing special or imaginative. Fresh seafood."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
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Review 10 for Tamarind - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
new favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"wonderful in every way, we love it"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, late-night find, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Tamarind - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The freshest ingredients paired
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The freshest ingredients paired with exceptional sauces, broths all cooked to perfection. Not overcooked, but crisp, delicious and served steaming. Best Thai food outside of Bangkok! Hot Saka was a treat, too!"
Dined on 02/03/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Tamarind - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great friendly service, good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great friendly service, good atmosphere, tasty food, full menu, decent prices. My kind of place."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Tamarind - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place to accommodate
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place to accommodate a wide variety of tastes and food restrictions."
Dined on 01/20/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Tamarind - Chicago
Based on the average of (19) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic