I live near and run business right around the corner from Tamarind. I have eaten there once and done carry out a number of times. Overall the food has been quite tasty. The atmosphere is unusually comfortable (very nice actually) for what from the outside looks like a strip mall storefront under the train tracks. I typically get one of a only a few different things, but I do admire the breadth of their menu. The Orange peel chicken is one of the best I have had in the city. Not oily at all and flavors were right on the mark. My only problem I have is that everything takes longer than it should. When we ate in the meal took about 90 minutes for two courses. Every time I have picked up a carryout it has taken longer than quoted. I can understand that once in a while, but every time? Additionally, there does not seem to be a sense of urgency to attend to the delay and that can be frustrating. I still go back but never to eat in and i always place my orders well ahead of time.
Pros: Atmosphere and Food Quality
Cons: Speed of Service
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