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Tamarind

35/41 Wharf Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia
07 4030 8897
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Ranked #11 of 281 restaurants in Cairns
Price range: $22 - $88
Cuisines: Australian, Contemporary, Asian fusion
Good for: Romance, Doing business, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Restaurant details
Good for: Romance, Doing business, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
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Cairns, Australia
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14 reviews 14 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013 NEW

We live in Cairns and chose Tamarind for my birthday dinner. It was only myself, husband and daughter. We have dined here before and it was excellent, hence the reason we returned. We were not disappointed. My husband had an entree of Butternut Squash, Carrot & Saffron Soup, while my daughter and I shared the Confit of Quail (which we... More

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Perth, Australia
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17 reviews 17 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

I am gluten intolerant and allergic to shellfish. When I asked the waiter about different dishes because of my allergies, he immediately produced a menu with a separate page for each allergy and a list of all the ingredients. For an entree I had the duck salad - the flavours were awesome, main meal was lamb shank - delicious, and... More

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Arish, Egypt
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Tamarind is FANTASTIC. We are from mission beach and would ea tat least once each month great food and good service.

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Mumbai (Bombay), India
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

The ambiance was good and we liked the setting. The food selection was excellent and the service was prompt and professional

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Cairns, Australia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

Tamarind is FANTASTIC. Our favourite restaurant in Cairns. We are locals and would eat here at least 4 to 6 times a month for dinner, and the same for Breakfast. As a dinner restuarant, it is SUPERB. Great menu. You have to try the Taster plate for Entree. That way you get to try four of their favourites on one... More

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Cairns, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2013

The atmosphere was quite pleasant and the service was fantastic by the staff - our waitress was very attentitive with us. The prices are rather expensive and we found at least one main dish (Tablelands Volcanic Morganbury Tenderloin) should have been served as an entree not as a main (or add more vegetables - the dish was well presented and... More

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Cairns, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013 via mobile

My husband and I dined at Tamarinds during our 2 night stay at the Casino. As a local I make it a point to visit this restaurant at least once a year when I can. The main attraction for me has been and always will be the Crispy-skinned Whole Barra which is to die for. I have it every single... More

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Cairns, Australia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Food was excellent but they didnt even have enough menus to go round to all tables- service was very slow.

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Melbourne, Australia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2013 via mobile

I've been coming to the Tamarind for years and make a point of dining here every time I'm in Cairns. It's a little expensive (most mains are $42) but the food is sensational. I always get the crispy baby bara as it never disappoints... It's one those dishes you think about for years and crave. Service is good compared to... More

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Ireland
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2013 via mobile

The menu was amasing, hard to pick what to choose and the wine list had something for everyone. The staff were friendly and knowledgable on the menu. The presentation of the food was superb! Over all I left full and happy.

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