Tamarind - Tucson

Everything tasted overwhelmingly sour due to the excessive use of tamarind. We ordered Gobi Manchurian, which consisted of small pieces of cauliflower drenched... read more Everything tasted overwhelmingly sour due to the excessive use of tamarind. We ordered Gobi Manchurian, which consisted of small pieces of cauliflower drenched in tamarind. Honestly, I could make a better sambar with the amount of tamarind they used. The samosas were disappointing as well—just two tiny pieces, and one was overly oily. The chutneys served were mainly lemony, and the butter chicken tasted more like tomato purée. The Kashmiri Malai Kofta had lackluster gravy, and the kofta balls were greasy on the inside, seemingly fried from leftovers. The garlic naan was much smaller than expected for the price, leaving us wanting more. Now, for the so-called egg biryani—it was simply white rice with a few spices tossed in, completely lacking any biryani flavor and without salt. The royal lassi, a mango variety, was again too tangy for our taste. Overall, we won’t be returning if we ever find ourselves in Tucson, AZ again.

We dined there as a couple tonight and were both very satisfied with the food. It was the best Indian dining experience we've had in Arizona. The service and at... read more We dined there as a couple tonight and were both very satisfied with the food. It was the best Indian dining experience we've had in Arizona. The service and atmosphere were excellent as well.

To make matters worse, they included a chicken neck in my order, which is completely unacceptable. I've never seen a chicken neck served with tandoori chicken i... read more To make matters worse, they included a chicken neck in my order, which is completely unacceptable. I've never seen a chicken neck served with tandoori chicken in any cuisine—Indian, American, Italian, or otherwise. I've attached photos for reference. This meal deserves absolutely no stars, and I would give it a negative rating if I could.

I visited Tamarind for the first time today, and I was not disappointed at all! I ordered the chili garlic shrimp, which was served with garlic naan, and it was... read more I visited Tamarind for the first time today, and I was not disappointed at all! I ordered the chili garlic shrimp, which was served with garlic naan, and it was a must-try. If you haven't been here yet, you're definitely missing out!

I attempted to reach the restaurant four times on the same day I placed my order, but I received no response. To make matters worse, they included chicken neck... read more I attempted to reach the restaurant four times on the same day I placed my order, but I received no response. To make matters worse, they included chicken neck in my order! This is totally unacceptable; nobody serves chicken neck with Tandoori Chicken or in any cuisine—be it Indian, American, Italian, Middle Eastern, or Greek. I've attached photos for you to see what I mean. This meal deserves absolutely no stars. Honestly, I would rate it a negative if I could!