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Tamarind Restaurant

Haile Selassie Ave / National Bank Bldg, Nairobi, Kenya (Upper Hill Estate)
251811
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Ranked #4 of 247 restaurants in Nairobi
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Good for: Romance, Doing business, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Neighborhood: Upper Hill Estate
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London
Top Contributor
92 reviews 92 reviews
62 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

A lovely restaurant with an extensive fish menu. I went as part of a large group and the service was really efficient. Food was delicious, I had a mixed fish dish and crab cakes, both presented really well.

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Copenhagen
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

The restaurant is like a pearl. In the noise center of Downtown Nairobi. Just off Moi Avenue indside National Bank Building. When you are here you will not here a sound and forget completely where you are. The service is excellent - this is when the humbleness og African culture touch the stars. By the edn of dinner you will... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013 NEW

I owe this place a long-overdue apology. We came here back in 2010 and the food and service were some of the best I've ever enjoyed. (And to give you some background, I'm a serious foodie from New Orleans who lives in LA and have been to some pretty terrific restaurants in both of those places, as well as Paris,... More

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

We visited the restaurant at the weekend, and were surprised by the lack of custom, most of the tables were empty. We only visited this restaurant, as the Talisman was full (Why is this not on the list?) The location is poor, it requires a complete refurbishment (appears nothing has changed in 38 years), service is good, if a little... More

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New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

Loved the octopus starter and prawns piri piri. The service was very good. However, it was a bit pricey for the amount of food provided. Nice for a night out but can find other places that provide more value for money.

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Nairobi, Kenya
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51 reviews 51 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2013

For your fresh sea food in the city go to Tamarind Restaurant. The food was fresh and so lovely. I had the fruits of the sea platter. This is so good and feels like just harvested from the sea. I recommend the Tamarind over and over again.

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labinaNairobi, Director of Sales at Tamarind Restaurant, responded to this review
March 29, 2013

We truly appreciate you taking the time to post a review about Tamarind Nairobi. We are so delighted you enjoyed meal and were pleased with the food and service. We have shared your review with our team, who will be really motivated by your remarks. Once again,many thanks for the feedback and we look forward to seeing you again in... More

Dublin
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30 reviews 30 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2013

Best place for seafood in Nairobi - pricier than usual but excellent quality. Biggest prawns I've ever seen. Ask for waiter recommendations but all is usually fresh from the Kenyan coast each day. Only downside was we were given a non-too subtle hint about the tip before we paid our bill, which is rare in Kenya to be suggested to... More

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labinaNairobi, Director of Sales at Tamarind Restaurant, responded to this review
March 25, 2013

Thank you very much for taking the time to post a review about Tamarind Nairobi. We are happy to know that you enjoyed your meal but concerned to larn about the unsubtle hint about the tip which we shall investigate, as we certainly do not encourage this kind of action and we are glad you brought it to our attention.... More

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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 21, 2013 via mobile

Outstanding seafood and excellent service. I had the spanish octopus (why spanish? There are no octopus in Kenia?) and the tandoori crab. My mate had the steamed crab instead. Everything was very good, the steamed crab is the best option though if you want really enjoy the genuine crab flavour. Kind of weird the location, in the middle of a... More

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labinaNairobi, Director of Sales at Tamarind Restaurant, responded to this review
March 25, 2013

Many thanks for taking the time to post a review on Tamarind Nairobi. We are delighted that you enjoyed your meal and were pleased with the quality and level of our service. With reference to your two comments, The reason for 'Spanish Octopus', is that it was introduced and named by a Spanish Celebrity Chef doing a tour at the... More

Nairobi, Kenya
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25 reviews 25 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

Raves; - Great entertainment [the pianist]. Skilled & played popular hits. - Great service. Very impressive...right from reservations to the host to the waiters..incl. the manager/supervisor who stopped by our table...great job! - Good food - drinks, garlic bread, starters & desert were great. Entree [sea food platter] was just okay. Rants; - Would not discourage anyone from visiting/frequenting the... More

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labinaNairobi, Manager at Tamarind Restaurant, responded to this review
March 18, 2013

Many thanks for taking the time to review Tamarind Nairobi. We are sorry that we did not live up to your expectations and have shared your remarks with our team who will endeavour to improve in all the areas you have mentioned. Once again, thank you for the feedback. More

Stuttgart, Germany
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2013

A bit expensice but the food is above all expectations! A very loveley restaurant with good service.

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labinaNairobi, Director of Sales at Tamarind Restaurant, responded to this review
March 12, 2013

We would like to thank you very much for taking the time to post a review about Tamarind Nairobi. We appreciate your compliments and take this opportunity to thank you for your support . We have shared your review with our team, who are encouraged and motivated to continue paying attention to every detail. Once again,many thanks for the feedback... More

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