Insider Pages Reviews for Tamarine Restaurant

4 Stars: Tamarine Restaurant is A nice place on U-ave. (by ELAINE B.)

ELAINE B. — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 05:51:00 GMT

Great food and ambiance. My husband and I sat at the communal table but still managed to have a nice quiet dinner together. We ordered a few small Vietnamese dishes and they were all very delicious.

5 Stars: Great food and peaceful atmosphere (by Mark S.)

Mark S. — Thu, 12 Oct 2006 11:56:00 GMT

The restaurant was strongly recommended by friends for a business meeting. The food was delicious and even though the restaurant was full it was still easy to talk. I'd highly recommend for a great night.

PROS: Fantastic food and quiet to talk
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5 Stars: Great food and yummy drinks (by Anne R.)

Anne R. — Tue, 13 Jun 2006 11:55:00 GMT

Tamarine is definitely the place to go when you want to treat yourself (or your friends) to a great meal in a lovely setting. Yummy calamari appetizer with great sauce, excellent shaking beef. I encourage you to try their Lychee Martinis -- the best around.

4 Stars: Beautiful Setting, Delicious Dining (by Dey R.)

Dey R. — Fri, 12 May 2006 09:32:00 GMT

For any special occasion, Tamarine Restaurant fits the bill. The food is excellent and the waitstaff pleasant and courteous. Eat wonderful, fresh pan-asian cuisine in an artistic atmosphere, with enough variety to satisfy even my picky eight-year-old.

4 Stars: Yummy Food! (by D C.)

D C. — Thu, 11 May 2006 17:17:00 GMT

Fantastic atmosphere! Excellent food. TONS of vegetarian options. Fairly easy to just walk in and get seated (they have tall tables by the bar for that purpose). Fun & tasty drinks. just a different eating experience in Palo Alto. A bit pricy - but worth it!

4 Stars: Looks can be deceiving (by Robert G.)

Robert G. — Mon, 14 Nov 2005 15:44:00 GMT

This place doesnt look like it would be the happening foodie place it is from the outside. I had heard good things, but never thought what could see from outside was appealing. Recently went there with two work colleagues and I have to agree 100% with Lisas review. Sit at the bar, relax and ask Joe what to order. You wont be disappointed, except potentially by the price. Not exactly cheap and for the most part worth it. Unusual fusion interpretations of Southeast Asian dishes. The place has a nice buzz going too. Not a bad place to hang out by yourself. And as a big plus its not deafening loud like many other trendy restaurants these days.

PROS: Good food, nice crowd and not too loud
CONS: a bit over priced, but hey its downtown Palo Alto after all

4 Stars: Sit at the bar, ask for Joe! (by Lisa H.)

Lisa H. — Thu, 23 Jun 2005 15:46:00 GMT

This upscale asian cuisine is excellent -- the menu changes with the seasons and is always exquisitely prepared. It's not a great place for an inexpensive meal but it's worth it. I prefer to sit at the bar -- it's got more energy than the quiet, more formal dining room. Joe the bartender is excellent -- he'll greet you with a smile and a solid set of recommendations on both the wine and food menus. Enjoy.