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Address:
7862 East Pacific Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA 92657

Neighborhood:
Newport Beach

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Cuisine:
Indian

Price: $31 to $50

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Tamarind of London Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.tamarindoflondon.com
Email: maneesh@tamarindoflondon.com
Phone: (949) 715-8338
Hours of Operation: Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Frriday - Saturday: 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm, Sunday: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Indian
Executive Chef: Shachi Mehra
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Fireplace, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Wheelchair Access
Catering: From Wedding to corporate functions, Tamarind of London can cater to party of any size.
Private Party Facilities: Let Tamarind of London organize your next party. We cater for all events from intimate meals to corporate parties. Customized menus and personalized packages are available. We will work with you to create the ideal menu for your affair.
Private Party Contact: Maneesh Rawat (202) 744-5957

Getting there

Cross Street: Crystal Heights Dr.,
Parking: Valet

A word from Tamarind of London

Tamarind of London is the sister to Tamarind restaurant in Great Britain, which has received the Michelin star for each of the past 12 years. The restaurant is guided by a philosophy that seeks to blend cultural authenticity with mainstream accessibility. The kitchen team is being lead by Shachi… Mehra, who has worked closely with Alfred Prasad, whose 12-year Michelin Star legacy at Tamarind in the UK has set the standard for elevated Indian dining experience. The menu includes food from the varied regions of India, highlighting the flavors and techniques that make each region unique. The 145 seater restaurant will also include the airy bar, serving a full range of signature cocktails, craft domestic and imported beers, and nearly 35 wines by the glass.Continued

Tamarind of London

4.0

190 $31 to $50 restaurant

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerFit for Foodies
Diners' Choice WinnerIndian

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207 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

207 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies(116)
special occasion(75)
neighborhood gem(60)

good for groups(44)
hot spot(43)
vibrant bar scene(42)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (207)

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great experience at Tamarind

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/14/2012

2006

Dined on 04/14/2012

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This was our second time dining at Tamarind. What an amazing dining experience. Each bite was so flavorful. The goat cheese naan scallion bread was excellent. We ordered the anaheim green chile stuffed with potatoes and a vegetarian curry dish. Both were outstanding. I recommend the apple desert.

Add the great service and the personal interaction with the general manager Maneesh and the dining experience was memorable.

Thanks again, we will be back."

Dined on 04/14/2012

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great choice of Indian-like

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great choice of Indian-like dishes"

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent again. There are

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/14/2012

2011

Dined on 04/14/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Excellent again. There are now many more dishes on the menu and we enjoyed all of the new ones we tried. The naan are great, the chicken curry, the lamb curry and the butter chicken were all excellent. We learnt this time not to order too much, as even with one portion of rice and three main courses it was too much food for three of us. Atmosphere, wait staff, everything was excellent. I can highly recommend the restaurant as the closest thing to real, good Indian food on the West Coast! Although it is quite expensive, it is well worth it."

Dined on 04/14/2012

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Not as advertised. It was

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2011

Dined on 04/07/2012

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Not as advertised. It was supposed to be a Michelin starred high-end restaurant. Instead there were as many children their eating Naan at 8:00 pm on a Saturday night as there is at Chunky Cheese. Food was good but if you bring your kids you fit right in."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2011

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great bar with some unusual

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2012

Dined on 04/07/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great bar with some unusual drinks. Interesting mix of people from young Newport Coast types to older tourist types. Not the Mastros crowd from across the street. Food eclectic indian. Lamb Chops were huge and cooked just right. Side dishes were all shared and were all very good. Definitely would go back."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The service recovery was terrific.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2012

2008

Dined on 03/30/2012

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The service recovery was terrific.
The Mgt of this restaurant is serious about your next visit."

Dined on 03/30/2012

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Extensive wine and drink menu,

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2012

2005

Dined on 03/31/2012

2005

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Extensive wine and drink menu, 3 pages of a 4 page menu.
Not traditional Indian food, definitely Americanized and on the bland side."

Dined on 03/31/2012

2005

Special Features: vibrant bar scene

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Our waiter Michael was helpful

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/29/2012

2010

Dined on 03/29/2012

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Our waiter Michael was helpful and very friendly. Our first visit to this relatively new restaurant. Our dinner was excellent, with food spiced just right."

Dined on 03/29/2012

2010

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best Lamb Ever!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/27/2012

2008

Dined on 03/27/2012

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Best meal/restaurant I've been to in a very long time. Service was impeccable. Ambiance had the perfect balance of fun and cozy. I ordered the mussels and the lamb chops and highly recommend both. The lamb is A MUST as it's the best I have ever tasted! I spent at least an hour after licking my lips...seriously. Run to walk to this restaurant."

Dined on 03/27/2012

2008

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Gino

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/26/2012

2007

Dined on 03/26/2012

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

"Enjoyed everything about this restaurant. Food was creative, flavorful and delicious. Service was well timed and attentive. Ambiance was modern Indian so very cool look and feel. If you are a foodie you will love this place for the surprising flavors and dish presentations. Highly recommend. Oh, and one last note, the bartender was friendly and helpful with some very nice wine and beer recommendations."