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For three star Vietnamese, try Tamarine in Palo Alto. This restaurant is mildly expensive. This place features outdoor dining. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a family atmosphere. This restaurant features private rooms, a full bar, valet parking, and lunch. This place is good for groups. People who have eaten here found the food delicious.
2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Tamarine many times. The food was as good as usual. I definitely recommend the Calamari and Shaking Beef.I'm not sure what was going on tonight, but the service was pretty terrible....
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is the best restaurant in Palo Alto. The food is of the highest quality - I always love the Crab & Garlic Glass Noodles and the Clay Pot Cod. Crazy delicious.
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Since we became vegan over a year and a half ago, Tamarine has become the favorite eating/wine drinking place of my bf and I. The location is a great, and the parking is even good compared to other...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A friend picked Tamarine for a celebration of my upcoming birthday, when we arrived, there is a surprise happy B day card and a gift box on our table-a very nice gesture from the maitre d', I usually...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food at Tamarine is good - but it's not that good and it hasn't changed down the years. So why do they wack you with an 18% service fee without even asking? And then have the audacity to leave a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We had a reservation yet they made us wait for 30 mins because the previous customers wouldn't leave the table. Restaurants should always have extra tables available for the situation like this. Food...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Always enjoy going to that place. The food is great! The service is nice! Gets very romantic if you go at night. Have to call in advance though and make reservations.
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best Vietnamese restaurants in the Bay Area. Great bar and wine list. Beautiful presentation of dishes but priced on the high side. Must try the Vietnamese fresh Sping Rolls.
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
the interior is very nicely designed, and the ambiance is elegant. the food was ok, but then again i'm not a big fan of vietnamese food. i got the cherry glazed sonoma duck, but it was nothing to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can honestly say I couldn't have asked for better service. The staff at Tamarine were very well-spoken and knew their menu. The host was charming and warm, and the waiter knew the sources of most of...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tried Tamarine recently for the first time and was very impressed. Sat at the bar for dinner/drinks with a friend and the bartender was very attentive in service, very knowledgeable about the menu,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When Tamarine first opened it's doors it was sensational. The flavors were extravagant and the attention to detail extraordinary.You can't go wrong with the Shaking Beef or the Ha Long Bay Crab Won...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine remains one of my favorite restaurants! We often bring our out of town guests here and did so last night! We also threw in celebrating my birthday a little early. The host was so sweet and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite restaurant in Palo Alto! The restaurant is always crowded and if you don't have reservations on a weekend night you will have trouble getting a table. That said, they have a communal table...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is incredible. Maybe my favorite high end restaurant in the South Bay. Here are my favorites:- Banh Mi Roti (the best I have ever had) - Hoisin Lamb Chops - Chili Lime Aubergine - Crab...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Four stars for ambience n the tasty ban mi roti~! ...loved the shaking beef~! tender n simple but combination with arugula n tomato salad? hmm... not a brilliant ideatotally loved the ban mi roti with...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What comes to contemporary Vietnamese, I like this place way more than the more popular Slanted Door in the City. Perhaps Slanted Door was like this back in the day, when it wasn't spoiled by its own...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I liked the flavors offered in this restaurant. The crab glass noodles were my favorite dish here. The service was good and the atmosphere was appropriate for fine dining (albeit tight and crowded).
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
TACKY!!! Your in Palo Alto on University. Not some back alley in Kansas. When someone orders a $28 glass of wine, DO NOT come back and make sure they know the price, in front of everyone. It is not...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
since bong su is gone, this is it now. Tammy Huynh offering a contemporary fusion menulike slanted door, 3.5 food, pricey of courseshrimp cupcakes were interesting, got that dim sum like presentation...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It was 2:30 PM and we were starving and most restaurants on the strip close around 2, so were glad they sat us down. The ambiance is great for business meetings. They even have a set Power Lunch menu...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here last week with the BF. The restaurant was crowded when we got there at 7, so we put our names down and walked down University. There's a comunal table that had availability at 7, but filled...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the only outpost left after the closure of Bong Su, so if you're jonesin' for Vietnamese food, it's worth a trip down the Peninsula. As others have mentioned, the shaking beef is out of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for a birthday meal with my sis and it was meal to remember. I love the ambiance of this place! We had the shaking beef of course, tri-squash curry, and coconut rice. One of the things...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Anticipation. The handbag you've had your eye on. The Hugh Jackman film you're dying to see alone in the theater so that you can just stare without interruption. The man you've gotten to know...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The shaking beef is the best I've ever tasted. Even though it's a bit pricey, it's worth it. The rice is wrapped in leaves like the Chinese dish, which is creative. The entrance is covered by a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Never in my life have I been rejected. Princess? Sure, I get everything I want. Every since the blonde met the black, aka Miss Suan W., it's only gotten better. No one can say no to the blonde and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty good place. Had the blackened cod, shaking beef, and carmelized prawns for entrees. Don't get the prawns, it's not nearly as good as the cod and beef. For appetizers, the calamari was delish,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After searching through Yelp, I chose this restaurant as my birthday dinner location and dined here with my really good friends. The decor is beautiful and quite cozy (good for dates actually). We...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Can't believe I've forgotten to write a review on Tamarine. Tamarine is one of my favorites in Palo Alto. Great small and large plates. Love the hoisin lambchops and shrimp dish (can't remember the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pricey but lives up to reputation! Went for the first time on my birthday and the waiter was extremely nice and helpful with suggestions! Definitely better than Three Seasons which used to be one of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really great food and service but pricey. Been there for work events, lunches, and dinner - satisfied each time. Especially when we're not the ones paying. Power lunch is good and perhaps a better...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We had reservations for 845pm and walked in to a packed restaurant. It was so nice to be seated right away, no waiting. I don't think we would've gotten in without a reservation lest we ate at 10pm...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In the words of Borat..."I liiike". This place is always packed. The food is consistenly good and the ambience is pretty nice as well. IMHO, this is a much better version of Slanted Door. If you live...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'd have given this restaurant 5 stars if not for the very slow waiter (Colin). An apology would have been nice, which we did not receive, and he really did keep us waiting too long over the course of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Trendy, fun joint that serves asian fusion.Favorite dishes: Clay pot cod, shaking beef, grilled lamb, noodles with crab. The calamari appetizer is something special. But bring back the tuna tartare!...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
came here after bong su closed and we missed the blackened cod terribly. Love the decor, love the service and the cocktails. We had a lychee sparking wine that was better than I expected. Ordered a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a dessert rating:I simply love the panna cotta and the tapioca. In my opinion, you just can't go wrong with panna cotta. But the tapioca, OMG, blew my mind when I tried it. I asked for the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm inclined towards 3.5.Tamarine is certainly a beautiful, well-run restaurant. The dishes are conceptually fantastic and rather unique, even amoung other Viet-fusion restaurants.Now I'm not sure if...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
maybe it was an off day or maybe it was end of their lunch hour rush & they really didn't care anymore but whatever it was, our meal here was truly unimpressive - we ordered the calamari which came...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We go to Tamarine about once a month. Great food, great service. Last time I had the Kaffir Lime Snapper - excellent! - a bit spicy for me but I am a spice whimp. My husband had the black bean seared...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We're in a recession? Yeah, riiiiiiiight. At Tamarine, diners seem to be oblivious. This swanky place is great for special occasions or business functions. Everyone looks good. Me, I showed up in...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the most amazing scallop dishes, great drinks, and perfect service. Can't get better than that
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Usually when black and blonde are together, all the boys drool and pitch trouser tents. Not so this time! Justine H. and I came here 20 minutes to 5:00 PM on Wednesday for early drinks and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I recently had a lovely dinner here with my mother. We ordered the Chicken Skewers, Shaking Beef, Basil Tofu, Curried Long Beans, and Empress Rice. My favorites were the Shaking Beef and Basil Tofu....
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I savor every occasion to dine here, usual at my company's expense. The decor is impeccable (I have yet to feel adequately dressed, even when I am in a suit), and food very creative, tasty and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOOOOOOOOOOVE this place. The first time I came here, my taste buds just about curled up and died from pleasure. I especially recommend the tuna tartare appetizer, the shaking beef, the seared duck...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Interesting eclectic Vietmanese inspired food. Always good. Servers are fabulous, Drinks are creative, wines good....Vietmanese coffee is great - must try. I've been here at least 15 times...never...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice atmosphere, quiet and calm. Seated promptly walking in on a Tuesday night. Mainly Americanized Vietnamese food, good size menu, lots of selection.Shrimp Cupcakes were tasty, prawns were good, had...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Gosh, where should I begin???Overly priced typical Viet food. I can pay a fraction of the price for the same dish at some authentic Pho place that would taste just as good. So, I guess 45 dollars of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm averaging the rating as it relates to multiple dinners here, as service and quality seem to be hit and miss, depending on how busy the kitchen is, the server, and the night of the week. In order...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Palo Alto Favorite: Tamarine is one of the more interesting restaurants on the peninsula -- a favorite for an upscale night out or an expense account meal. The food is exquisite vietnamese (don't miss...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Incredible food - can't believe it took me 5 years of living in the Bay Area to come here.As others have mentioned, the shaking beef, clay pot cod, empress rice, and crab and garlic glass noodles are...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm Vietnamese and have had Vietnamese food all sorts of ways - at home by my mom, in Vietnam (Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City), and various Vietnamese restaurants in the US. Tamarine is one of my two...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Consistently good food with an excellent ambiance. Overall, the dishes are a bit over priced for Vietnamese food...even if it's fusion. However, the onion caramelized prawns and shaking beef are...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
expensive for vietnamese but good food. haven't had a dish that i didn't like there.my favs are the pork chops and the steak cubes..can't really go wrong with either of them.they're pretty cool as...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We have eaten here about 4 times and, each time, have really enjoyed the food. The waiters know which recipes can be made for vegetarians and vegans so it's easy for us. The only negative is the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best modern Asian restaurants in the Bay Area. On par with Three Seasons (also Vietnamese) down the street in Palo Alto. Or should it be the other way around? Both are fantastically...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is our go-to place in Palo Alto. The ambiance reminds us of being in NYC -- cool yet comfortable, with a hip urban edge. The food is consistently good. Our favorite dish is the shaking beef...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went to Tamarine for lunch. Food was delicious and the waiter was very knowledgeable and made some recommendations. Although it's a bit pricey, the food is quite good and if you go for lunch, I'd...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great Fusion food. You have to try out this place. It is one of my favourite places to eat at
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Good food, good service, nothing memorable.
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ooooh, new website! I suppose that was necessary as the old website gave you the option of checking out Bong Su and Tamarine, but as Bong Su has sadly closed, they must move onward and upward in...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW. I ate here 3 days ago and I can't stop raving about how great the food was at Tamarine. I will admit that when I saw Tamarine's website I was very concerned because I hate Vietnamese food, but...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious! Very good service and the whole experience was great. Worth the price of admission.
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For being my favorite restaurant in Palo Alto....yes you heard me, my ABSOLUTE favorite, I decided this place needs a better, LONGER review from one of their biggest fans. I've been twice in the past...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The ambiance of the place was very nice. Perfect for a date or even a night out with friends. The bar area was happening and I liked the fact that they had enough seats for people to sit on. For...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 starsWe only ordered what the waitress recommended; papaya salad, shaking beef, and the tamarind shrimp. All were very delicious but shy of a 5 star rating since I am very picky. I would...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My girlfriend and I came in here for a bite and some wine around 9:30, almost closing time. We ordered a relatively inexpensive bottle of Rose which was fruity and tasty. They even cork it for you...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food is good, but not good enough for the price. The salt & pepper calamari is tasty. Everything else was just very forgettable. House in North Beach makes a better fish and better appetizers.
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have to admit, I am very particular about eating fusion food.When I went to Tamarine, I wasn't sure what to expect and I was pleasantly surprised and liked all the food here. :)We ordered something...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food was all tasty, no complaints at all. We had: Hoi An Beef RollTuna TartareTamarine PrawnsShaking BeefHoney Miso DuckCoconut Rice a few things I forgetIt's one thing to be expensive and serve...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Normally I hate overpriced, Westernized Vietnamese food and prefer the divey, authentic Vietnamese mom and pops any day. So I was a bit skeptical when I went to Tamarine for dinner. Surprisingly,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Robert (the manager? not sure of his position) provides the best service. I remember he would always get coffee at the cafe I worked at, and even on the busiest of his days, he'd be extremely nice....
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've already been to Bong Su, but I always wanted to try the restaurant that started it all. I came here on a Friday night. The doors are covered by curtains so I walked past it! I turned around...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For one dinner, we asked the waitress to bring us a meal that she would recommend. It was delicious and we felt very smart we had made that choice. But when I came back for lunch the next week, the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Some say this is the best restaurant in PA. It's good, yes, but I would go to it's competing neighbor right down the street. I went with two friends who don't eat meat, so we were limited in our...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There is nothing else I can add to give credence to this place.Last Saturday, my kindred spirited girlfriend and I decided to break bread here post-Cantor Museum afternoon inundation.We enjoyed the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorites in Palo Alto. Very solid food. Love the Shakin Beef, Crab and Glass noodles as well as a good wine list. Very contemporary and stylish. My go to in Palo Alto for a good meal.
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great vietnamese restaurant! We come here often for their lunch menu!
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I used to go here cuz my friend was a hostess here, and she raved about the food and owners. Back then I was single and couldn't say no to a good looking gal anyway... I always felt a little odd going...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 for PAN-ASIAN AMERICAN FOOD with a hint of Vietnamese spice. Actually, American food with a hint of Vietnamese spice. Actually, american food with a hint of "asian spice".They were not lying when...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Mmmmm...yummy. Bahn Mi Roti. Mmmm. Lots of yummy vegetarian options, yummy cocktails, dress up opportunity, kind of shockingly swanky hostess uniforms (everybody go backless!)This place has never...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Depending on your point of view, I could either rate this a 4 out of 5, or rate this a 2 out of 5. I'll explain why...1. If you don't know much about Vietnamese cuisine, and you're looking for a place...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best restaurant in Palo Alto. The food is tremendous. They change the artwork on a monthy basis, so the atmosphere stays fresh. The bartenders are trained to make conversation, so the service...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Celebrated Valentine's Day at Tamarine. Have eaten there for other special occasions but they were definitely less special that evening. Less patrons than usual for a weekend and Valentine's Day so...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is always terrific. We absolutely adore their scallop green curry.Some of the negative reviews are a bit confusing to me ... this is Asian fusion at its best. If you want authentic, cheap...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here multiple times, always with my family (usually it's to celebrate my mother - birthday, mother's day, just because she's mother). Over the handful of times I've been, this restaurant has...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Gosh, with so many really great places to eat just in tiny little Palo Alto, I am not sure why anyone would frequent the Tamarine; once was enough for us. Nothing horrible, but nothing exceptional...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
overpriced food, overpriced Vietnamese food at that. food was good, nothing spectacular. I believe they have a sister restaurant, Vung Tau - that place if definitely more worth a hard earned dollar.ok...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Tamarine dozens of times over the last few years. The food is consistently delicious. Shaking beef, calamari, wok pho noodles, and empress rice are some of my favorites. would give it...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is a great restaurant for a party of more than two so you can order a few pre entre apps and share. The scallops and green curry was tasty but very, very mild and the wok pho noodles with...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is a more refined Vietnamese restaurant, but the food is inconsistent. In fact, our recent visit was a thumbs down. How do you mess up serving cold rice?! Geez! The waitress was nice to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
First thing - make sure you book well in advance! We called about half an hour before we planned to go and were only able to get a space at the long central table although this didn't affect us too...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the food at Tamarine, however, it's hard to justify spending that much money. We had 2 appetizers (shrimp w/ cumin and the pomelo/mint/chicken salad) and the ever-so-yummy hoisin lamb chops...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here with a friend who was visiting from Boston. I've always wanted to try this place, as I pass by it quite frequently.Decor is nice and plush, but the noise level is high and I didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm always a little skeptical of the upscale Asian fusion spots like Tamrine. Especially when it's Vietnamese food since some of the most delicious Vietnamese spots I know of are run down places....
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sometimes you gotta take your ass out of the city and wander the streets of Palo Alto. Where the streets are quiet and there are menz riding in their benz everywhere. My friend called me the day...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for lunch today. I must say that I'm impressed with their service, quality, and food.I ordered their Wok Pho Noodles (basically Pad See Ew), Tamarind prawns, and Clay Pot Cod. Every single...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really want to love Tamarine. I love the space, the low lighting, the interesting bar, everything nicely designed but not overdone. I also really like the long bar-table thing in front of the bar,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for dinner with our friends on friday night and thought the food was pretty good. We love the sister restaurant Bong Su in SF...so thought we would give this restaurant a try. The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had Tamarine host one of my company events a while ago and they did a great job. The service was great (but then again, we were paying a surcharge) and the food was delicious. All of the people...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I happen to be a big fan of South Asian cuisine and Vietnamese is one of my absolute favorites. Tamarine is a fairly 'high brow' restaurant (even by Palo Alto standards) that can come off a bit...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sometimes I'm tired of the Palo Alto restaurant scene. So tired that I forget I hadn't eaten at Tamarine yet. In the past, whenever I've felt the itch for upscale/swanky Asian food, I'd spend my hard...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like this place. I've gone here several times and it has not disappointed me yet. Before I get to the food, I'd just like to mention that the service here has always been pleasant, never...
yelp.com - user review - 12/24/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
what is up with the hype? this is one of the most over-rated places we've eaten to date. when you think vietnamese cuisine, you think, fresh flavors that come alive in your mouth. this place was...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Tamarine many times, and have always been really pleased by the food and solid service. If you've been to Bong Su in San Francisco, Tamarine is her suburban cousin - a bit less edgy with...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here once or twice, this place isn't bad. I think I had the lobster noodles and it was pretty yummy!
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place is really a two and a half star, because the food isn't all that bad, but it's overpriced and poorly packaged in modern swank. There's not much more to say than that. The Tamarine Prawns,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I would most likely add a star if my company or a client were paying, but based on price vs. quality, I simply would not return to Tamarine nor recommend it to anyone. It seemed that the emphasis is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Real Vietnamese food? Hardly. Nice atmosphere? Absolutely. Servers were generous and attentive to their patrons. My only real qualms with this establishment is the fact that Clay pot fish was...
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I would call this South-Asian Fusion, not Vietnamese...we ate a great meal, here are my critiques...the drinks: we had X-tini's (couple of varieties) they were weak but tasty; the appetitizers: The...
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went here today for a team lunch hosted by our senior VP. 6 people total.First off - Tamarine is pricey - 6 people - tab was about $300 with tip (and no alcohol)The ambience is excellent - quiet...
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came for dinner with an ever expanding party. Our reservation started at 3, but as sms, emails, and phone calls came through from friends, the party balooned to 8. Luckily the hostesses were able to...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine always gets rave reviews, but after 3 meals here at different times (all for work dinners...so expense was not a factor), I'm not so impressed. Xanh in Mountain View has far more creative...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine - Sophisticated, scrumptious nouveau Vietnamese food has aromas and flavors that elevate the dining experience. The wine list is a revelation, especially for Asian restaurants. They really...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great business lunch. Love the papaya salad. Fresh ingredients and good service.
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It felt more like Asian fusion then Vietnamese cuisine. Gorgeous interior and bar with elegant service and food presentation.My favorite dishes were the Banh Mi Roti appetizer, Tamarine Prawns,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has great food, great service, awesome ambiance, and delicious food. It's a great combo for a superb date night if you want to go out to impress the gal/guy. I went w/ my friend and we were...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I finally ordered the right items & recognized the goodness that is Tamarine:-Tamarine Taste, fantastic 4some: spring rolls, taro rolls, papaya salad & tea leaf beef.- Hobo's Purse Soup, delightful...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Service - excellent (Very attentive on refilling water etc. No offers on soda refills however)Food - excellent (Very tasty and nicely presented but portions less than generous for the price)...
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I was excited about going based on the reviews, but now that I've been there I wouldn't recommend it at all.- decor: nice- drinks: okay but very expensive- food: not good at all. The menu is not the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food is very good, but pricy and very noisy.
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to this place many times and i think the food here is great. I really love the mixed drinks they have there also. The only thing is it gets crowded.
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We visited there with a party of 7 at lunch and shared 7 dishes together. Surprisingly, all were delicious! Especially, I love Calamari. Many restaurants have calamari as starter, but that of...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The first thing I liked this about this place was the decor. The ambiance is upscale and comfortable, great lighting and table set up. Next was the service. Every person who came to our table was...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We were here for my Friend's Birthday. The atmosphere and decor are really good.The food here is very delicious. I had the clay pot cod and some sharing of shaking beef. Both were extraordinarily...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Well, how should I put this? Ok, I need to go back to the basic - where i know how to evaluate a restaurant.1. Service - good but not great2. Price performance - not good, kind of pricey3. Atmosphere...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place for dinner for two. I booked my tickets through Opentable.com and mentioned that the wifey and I were going out for our 2nd anniversary. I arrived at our designated time and we were...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Across the street from my office. My favorite place to have lunch. I love their shaking beef. I wish they hadn't taken their seaweed salad off the menu but I've never had a bad meal here.
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I stopped by for a friend's birthday party, and had a really good time. The place had a really nice atmosphere, and the staff was very friendly. The food was about what you would expect from a nice...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A place full of ambiance and rich colors, the staff is just as pleasant as the feel of the restaurant as a whole.Generous with their suggestions, we were pointed to some bass, glass noodles and a cold...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good restaurant with tasty food. I've only been here twice, and once during a set menu. Beautiful dining room, but food was not very memorable.Still, this is one of the best restaurants on...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The staff here is full of hospitality. They are truly or at least seem like they are. This is a vietnamese french asain fusion restaurant. The price is pricey but well worth the experience. My...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OK, so, time for an update. I absolutely adore the bar here. The staff behind the bar are awesome. David and Gary always recognize me and my girls. I've come in back several times since my first...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
My girlfriend and I came to Tamarine with high expectations. The location was certainly inconspicuous with only a lighted sign on the outside. However the decor inside was clearly decadent and made...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice ambiance, I will give them that. This is a place that seems like a 4 even 5 star if you come once and that it is, but after a few trips, it's true colors show --- it is a 3 star place. The roti...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Four of us had a fantastic meal here during the week and if I'm ever in Palo Alto again, I will definitely go back. The "chile lime aubergine," while a bit pretentious in name (seriously, I realize...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So it's one of my cousin's wedding and they decide to have the reception at Tamarin. I arrive with my family, dressed in a cute and stylish dress, and was immediately greeted with a wide, happy smile....
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here on a company-sponsored dinner due to raving reviews from fellow Yelpers! :)Salt & Pepper Calamari - 4 stars- Big portions, nicely flavored - not too salty, perfectly cooked!Soft Shell Crab...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely LOVE this place!! Great bar scene and great restaurant scene. I've been there with a girlfriend for girl's night out. And I've been there with other mom's for Mommies Night Out. Both...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am so fired up. I am a SF-centric player and rarely get down the peninsula. I had a series of great meals at Bong Su in San Francisco and the hottie at the door there told me to try Tamarine in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good starter dishes, the entrees a bit hit or miss.We went with a large work party for lunch - the host and servers were prompt and courteous in moving us to a larger table when more people than...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Very beautiful little restaurant with nice ambiance and lounge-y feel. The prices are high but could be justified depending what you get. My sea bass was definitely worth the money considering the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Asian Fusion, classy, sofisticated....yes I know I spelled it wrong...but Tamarine is the place to go for those that can spell sophisticated or can only pronounce it. The food is great and the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
After reading all of the rave reviews about Tamarine, I was excited to try some great Vietnamese here on the peninsula. I expected traditional Vietnamese foods (Pho, Bun, etc) in a high end setting,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is a review based on a slightly unusual visit. Tamarine has been on my wish list for a while, and I finally experienced it last night as a member of a party of 18. Service tried very hard but...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Personally I liked Three Seasons over Tamarine, but they're pretty close.They have a similar bar & restaurant setting with a lot of people & noise, and their food is also pretty good.
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 stars.This is all from memory, I went here over a year ago.I knew going into it it was going to be pricey and that it was family style with small plates (didn't know how small) but hoped for the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, it's pricey.Yup, you can get Vietnamese food five times cheaper somewhere else.BUT, this isn't where you go for traditional Viet food (trust me, I'm Vietnamese). If you want to try staple dishes...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place and I esp love the tune taretare. How do you make that?!? Anyway a friend of mine works as a chef at the sister restaurant in the city (bongsu) and brought a bunch of here on night...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Arrived at the restaurant a little after 6:30pm to a mostly buzzing restaurant that still had quite a few tables left over. We didn't make a reservation and was told by the hostess that the seats were...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is generally overrated by most diners and yelpers.Here's who the over-raters are:1. Most don't know Vietnamese food well2. And/or want an alternative to the dismal dives they had it before 3....
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG!! this place is soooooo delicious!!The service is awesome and the food is love at first taste!!We ordered the sampler and it was perfect. For entree, I ordered the tiger prawns. The taste was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is a very popular restaurant. I had lunch there the other day with Andrea. We were able to get a table for noon seating even though we made the reservation that same morning. We got there on...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for my Wedding Anniversary and the ambience was very sophisticated and refined; however, I had mixed reviews on the food. I make it a point to try fried calamari whenever I see it on a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The place exudes a pretty good warmth and class. But like many other things, I'm afraid it's reputation precedes it... and it doesn't quiiiite live up to that rep anymore. Hugely popular, it was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great place to go for a special occasion or for an evening of tasty Vietnamese/Asian food, wine, and cocktails.
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you are looking for true authentic Vietnamese food then don't eat here. This place is very creative with their food. Great place to go out on a expensive date. It's pretty tight in term of size, I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Slipping...... When it first opened, the food was great, unique, and great quality. The last time we went a month ago, the food was just....ok. I do not know if they changed chef's, but the food did...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It appears that Vietnamese Fusion is the new fad in the restaurant industry. And, Tamarine is just another one in the crowd that is taking advantage of America's new-found fascination with Vietnamese...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I hated eggplant. And I hated Vietnamese food.Then my parents dragged me here... TOTALLY love both now! Well Vietnamese food not so much but eggplant yummm..That's kinda all I remember about the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My experience was probaly 3.5 stars, but I'll give them the benefit of the doubt. As others note, the interior is well done. I was a tad annoyed they seated us at the row of tables all squished...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We debated between a 3.5 and 4 stars but decided to round up in this case because everything we tried was good. Some dishes are better than others and give your taste buds a bit more of a "wow!" I've...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is on my short list of places to eat in Palo Alto if I'm not the one paying or if it's for a special event. The food is good, but like most of Palo Alto, it's all a bit pricey. People seem...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The hostess was HOT! I wish she also waited.....The food was not bad. They're not fantastic, but there's really nothing to complain about.The coconut rice and the rice with chicken grease was really...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Definitely my favorite restaurant in the Peninsula. Food is great, atmosphere almost feels like a hip downtown SF restaurant.
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Monday night brought me further toward Silicon Valley and Tamarine, located right in downtown Palo Alto on University Ave. We started with the tuna tartare appetizer, which is presented more like a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
mmmm, shaking beef. I've had it several places and this ranks among the best. I'm also a big fan of the crab and garlic glass noodles. Two things to look out for: (1) all of the crab is along the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They have a happy hour from 4-6 (I think those are the right times.) and all appetizers are 1/2 off. It is a great place to go with a small group of friends. You can try so many appetizers that are...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for a work event which meant that I'd be able to order whatever I wanted :DThe scene is tre-trying-to-be-sexy. As an Asian, especially growing up with Vietnamese food, usually when I wait...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went to Tamarine for a business lunch recently. We ordered just about everything on the menu and shared family style. The calamari, coconut rice, coconut yellow curry chicken, canadian black cod all...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So I came here with the Yelp Cheerleaders, Connie and Nicole. Therefore, the food tasted better. How that happens, I do not know. Mensa is working on an answer to that phenomenon as I type this.But...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In a nutshell:Service was excellent and knowledgeableInterior was intimate and dimly litEach dish was tasty -- not all of them we loved (I liked 5 out of 7 of the dishes)I would definitely come back...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent meal: good food, drinks, ambiance. 4.5 stars. Last time I came here it was several years ago and returned for the best reason: celebrating Miss Florlicious' birth!Cost to worth it ratio: 4...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Don't mistake the door handles on the outside for the entrance - that's a wall there smart guy. The entrance is on the corner resembling the entrance to a tent.Don't let the simple outside fool you -...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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Given I'm from South East Asia, I'm a bit critical of the restaurant. I thought the ambience was nice. Food is good but not great. It's probably a nice place for business trip, if you go there for food, I will...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
On first impression, this place feels uber-fancy! But after a few minutes I felt less conscientious in jeans. We were meeting up with a group of 10. My friend called ahead for a reservation, and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Haven't had such a GREAT meal in a long time....but...haven't spent $55 for dinner in a long time either. Real similar to Three seasons but price is about 25% higher. We've oredered the salt & pepper...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After attending a tacky estate party down south, Connie, Kristina, Andy and I threw in the towel decided to reward ourselves with a nice dinner. Tamarine, an upscale Vietnamese joint on the Palo Alto...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I can never really appreciate expensive Vietnamese food. Whether it's Slanted Door, Anise, or Tamarine. Don't get me wrong, Tamarine's food is solid - just not worth the money. Why don't you try Vung...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Big fan of Tamarine as I always have a great meal here and really enjoy the atmosphere and ambiance of the place. I like Tamarine just slightly more than its sister restaurant Bong Su up in SF. But...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We ordered over half the menu and I tasted every dish with the eagerness of a 5 year old in a candy shop. Every bite held a burst of flavor that was done to perfection. Yes it's pricey, yes you'll...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice ambiance, good wait staff, so-so food. We ordered the following:Papaya Salad- A complete let down; wasn't what I had in mind.Hoisin Short Ribs- Very saucy, okay in taste, great kim chee bedding....
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Sublime.Food, drinks, and service are all superb.Expensive, but worth it.(We particularly recommend the calamari and the shaking beef.)
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great Vietnamese dishes. We had appetizer sampler, crab noodle, and duck. All great. Highly recommended.
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy food Expen$ive price = TamarineMy girlfriend & I brought one of my good friends and his wife here to celebrate his recent promotion. The ambiance is very chic, and typical high-end Palo Alto,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is definitely recommended for those searching for fine dining Vietnamese style. The food is served family-style, and everything was good. I highly recommend the shaking beef, and hoisin lamb...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was a late Friday night around 8:45pm and we thought we'd spoil ourselves and give Tamarine a try. To our surprise, we were seated right away and quickly served by our waiter. Throughout our meal...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The only reason I knocked off the elusive (to most, but not to me) 5th star is because this place is damn expensive!The boy planned a Friday night dinner for us here at Tamarine. Of course, we yelped...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the expensive version of vung tau. :) The food is still very good though. The restaurant is fancy so it's a good place to take your date or have a business dinner.
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ambiance/decor AService B Food presentation B-Food authenticity CCocktail bar/drinks APrice B-Parking B-
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is perhaps my favorite Vietnamese restaurant in the bay. Been here for my birthday, valentine's day, girls get together, lunch w/boss, and anytime I crave those yummmmmies!Always consistent,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you've got money to spend for bougie Vietnamese food, come here. And if you don't got money to spend (like me), you should still come here! Maybe not on a regular basis, but at least for the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For three years, my friends lived in Asia, where they had some of the best Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese cuisine out there. They moved back to the States in December. They hadn't eaten Asian...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When most places describe their food as fusion, its almost always seemingly sound more attractive than the end results. Sometimes it's a difficult line to walk as one needs to highlight the accents...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had a nice dinner with two other couples. We dined family style, although the dishes seemed like they were more suited for people to order on their own.Favorites of the table were the clay pot...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place for a business lunch and a special occasion place. When I worked in Palo Alto, I would frequently take my clients here for lunch. The decor is nicely set and the uniforms of the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is a decent contemporary Vietnamese restaurant in south bay, however it pales in comparison with high quality Asian Fusion restaurants in San Francisco. If you have extensively tried out...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Green papaya salad. Shaking beef. Garlic noodles. Best restaurant in Palo Alto. Much better than Three Seasons. Slightly better than Xanh. Casual to business casual. Great waitstaff.
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know why I never rated this place. Along with Evvia it is my favorite haunt in Palo Alto. My hubby loves it, my parents can't get enough of it, all my friends love it too.It is one of the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
GREAT soup. The food is outstanding.
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The most of the food is respectable, but the service this time, stunk. From the hostess who has a stick up her butt to the pushy waitress who would butt-in and loudly in the middle of our table...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I give five stars, I try to think of any, picky reason why I could give them four instead. Tamarine definitely deserves 5. I arrived a bit earlier than my date but the bar was already packed. My...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
In trying to find a good place in Palo Alto to celebrate the boyfriend's birthday, I came across Tamarine. The service was great, the food was great, and we had a great time. I wasn't really sure...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Two Words: Food OrgasmIf you are a foodie like me, and you like Asian and California cuisine, then you owe yourself a visit to Tamarine. The food is so good here it's SICK. My wife and I have eaten...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I wasn't in love with Bong Su, the sister restaurant, but I thought I would give Tamarine a try anyways. The food is strictly average at best. The halibut entree was particularly bland. The salt and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know why I waited so long to review this place. Eating here was one of my favorite dining experiences in the Bay Area. Food was impeccable, service was on point, and the ambiance was subtle...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the interior decor and fabulous Vietnamese inspired paintings! The food was tasty and satisfied my expectations for higher end Vietnamese cuisine. It was worth a visit for me and my...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was lucky enough to be treated to a work-related team-building dinner here (read: not my pocketbook). Nonetheless...the food and ambiance were fantastic.Highlights: exquisitely tender shaking beef,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As my friend pointed out, the only signature "tamarind" dish they had was the tamarine prawns! Nothing else had tamarind in it! That sucked. The portions weren't as bad as I've read and two...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Although I admit that the ingredients used at Tamarine are excellent, I'm not a fan of Vietnamese Fusion cuisine. Annnnnd that's all there is to say.
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is me and my bf's favorite restaurant in the southbay/peninsula. I've been here probably 10 times already and the food/service has always been excellent. It's definitely pricey, but well worth...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here a few weeks ago for the first time. Nice atmosphere, with some dim lighting and impressive-looking bar.We sat at the large communal-style bar service table and picked out several great...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
aside from the crowd that gathers at the bar and the tables full of people, there is an almost a zen-like feel to the place with the colors of bamboo and dark wood married with the warm glow of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious! we had dinner on a Saturday night, the place was busy, but service didn't suffer. As a big group, we were able to try a variety of dishes - everything was flavorful, well seasoned and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I never knew about this place until last Thursday. Went for a friend's bday. The atmosphere was really nice, great place for girl's night out or date night. There is a bar area right when you walk in...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious food, nice and attentive staff. Only problem is the price-per-portion ration - eek! Atmosphere is clean but cozy. A bit small.
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went to Tamarine for a work-related event. Server: "Would you like red wine or white wine?" Me: "Yes, please!"Food: 4 stars. We did the banquet menu, which consisted of the salt & pepper...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We dined at Tamarine on a Thursday night to celebrate our girlfriend's birthday. When we arrived at 7:45, the place was packed. The bar was full and the tables were as well. Thankfully, we had...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good atmosphere, good service and great food,good wine selection. A little pricey, but it is in downtown PA.Very good, the appetizers, mains and the empress rice dish were all great. Really looking...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yum. I never hear about this place as a place to go in Palo Alto, but it was REALLY good It's mostly asian fusion small plates. We had a big group, so we had a variety of dishes and everything was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is a great place to go if you want a nice place to eat and have friends/family in town whose palates you're not too sure of. I've also been here on a few business dinners, and it works...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is ok. I was rather embarassed though to walk in in jeans and a sweatshirt. I didnt realize it was so schmancy. You can walk in without a reservation but they tell you they need the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Easily my favorite restaurant in Palo Alto...Tamarine never fails to impress. Beautiful atmosphere, wonderful food, tasty cocktails, nice service. I always order the roti prata and the lemongrass...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My sister wanted me to give this place a 5, but I'm stingy with my stars so it gets a 4 (and a half if i could give one). Every dish was delicious -- from unique textures and flavors of the the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite Asian Fusion restaurant in the world. The entrees are consistently tasty. I love the shaking beef, and the lamb chops are amazing! The quail is also notable, thought a bit salty...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food is consistently good here, and reasonably priced. However, if you're looking for a more casual and slightly cheaper fusion Viet restaurant, then Vung Tau in SJ could be a better choice for you....
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner here with my db and his family (Christine T. included) and I was pretty impressed last Saturday. What a wonderful dining experience. I wanted to order so many things!! Si glad we dined in...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
2nd visit was last weekend (1st visit was pre-Yelp) and really enjoyed ourselves. We were a party of 7 celebrating my BIL's bday so I was wondering if we were going to have to order double of...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My girlfriend and i moved to an apartment a few blocks from Tamerine and have been eying it since the first time we walked by a few months ago. This Valentine's day we decided to suck it up and go...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Place is a little pricey but yummy. The more people the better. That way you can eat family style. The love the Roti, Calamari, Garlic Noodles, Papaya Salad, Prawns, Bass and.. what else did I have...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
AWESOME, AWESOME, AWESOME. Not cheap, delicious though. This place will not disappoint. This type of food is one of my favorites and if I could afford to eat there more often, I would do so....
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A nice selection of smaller and large plates makes this vietnamese-fusion restaurant one of my local favorites. The wine list is well chosen to go with the style of food served. The service is more...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Tamarine last night for a going away dinner. There were 13 of us and our total came out to $34 each with tax and tip. Not too bad. I wasn't super stuffed when I left, but I was full. The...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After attending a marketing networking event at Blue Chalk for the last 2 hours with my MarCom Manager, and my buddy, the CEO/founder of a startup it was time to indulge in some food. After all, you...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place since they have great drinks and food is just YUM!! It is more like a Asian fusion type. Fun to go with a bunch of gals or you hubby! It's a bit pricey but worth it. Make sure you...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Kind of fusion Vietnamese food. Been there for couple of my lunch meetings, enjoyed the food every time - even the vegeterian dishes are good. Good ambience. It might be a good idea to make a booking...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. I sure have love for the "fusion Vietnamese-maybe not very authentic" food. This is my 3rd joint..and I really am loving the genre. So yeah...it might not be authentic and it does not cost...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All-time super fabu local fave... great food, great art, great drinks... not-so-great prices but hey, you can't have it all!This is my wife's and my favorite restaurant in Palo Alto -- whenever we can...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay not extremely authentic but Tamarine is amazing! I've only been here for lunch meetings, never during dinner (in which I bet it's crowded). We always over-order because we want everything on...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Two words: Empress Rice. Holy cow. I need to add that to my "last meals on earth" list. Awesome fish dishes here - lemongrass bass, claypot cod, mmmm. Things that bum me out about this place:- I can...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten at Tamarine twice and loved it each time. I was a huge Vung Tau fan when I lived in San Jose, which is much more reasonably priced, but it's a very different atmosphere and type of food....
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2008
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Loved the food, but the attitude from the waiter up to the managers were poor in my opinion and impacted our enjoyment of the restaurant. I think this place has become complacent as they have been sold out for...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/11/2008
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Loved the food, but the attitude of the waiters/receptionist was the worst I have ever seen for a restaurant. They even called us four letter words behind our back and we were quite polite. Seems they have gained a serious attitude along with critical success over the last few years.
openlist - user review - 01/11/2008
3.0 of 5 stars.
Thumbs down for over priced average Vietnamese food. Thumbs up for a cool zen ambiance.If Tamarine, Bong Su, and Vung Tau were in a bikini competition, Vung Tau will still win hands down. Nice try, T.
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't think fusion vietnemese food was going to fly well with me. since im not a huge fan of vietnemese food and im also not a fan of fusion chinese food (and viet food is similar to chinese i...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't think I could afford to come here, but then I discovered the great secret of happy hour. Come before 6 pm, and you can get the small plates for half the price. This means you can have an...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
had dinner here with two girlfriends in november. we were going to be late for our reservation, but the hostess was professional and friendly and told us she'd see what she could do even though it...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Coconut rice people...Coconut Rice! Ok, I'm admittedly a coconut freak. You put coconut in any dish or drink, and I'm immediately under your spell. I'm not quite certain why, but this is definitely...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is what we need in South Bay - someplace plush and trendy-looking enough to allow the patrons to dress up and pretend they are hanging out in a fusion lounge / bar / restaurant somewhere else...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Everything is good, but the price is a bit steep for something that I can dine at Grand Century.
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow!I had such a great dining experience here this past Saturday night. The food, service, and atmosphere were just fantastic. You get what you pay for... it is pricey, but well worth it.Standouts...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite restaurants in Palo Alto, I love visiting this place for their food. The ambiance is fabulous as well, all dark and smoky inside, service is somewhat hit or miss as the gals at the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a sucker for most Asian-fusion places, but I think Tamarine is one of the better ones in the Bay Area. I first came here for a friend's company holiday party, where they served all of their...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I get Vietnamese food almost every day from my parents. So I am rather picky with my Vietnamese food....but one restaurant in San Jose, Vung Tau is my favorite. Tamarine...is a step above Vung Tau...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went here for a double date and our table was quite ready, despite having reservations. We got seated at the bar and the bartender was really friendly. My friend tried the acai juice due to his...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best restaurants in the Bay Area for quality Asian cuisines. The most memorable dish was Bo Luc Lac (shaking beef) and the lemongrass bass was quite appetizing as well. The intimate...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
my all time favorite ever since they opened their door! best in Bay Area
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2007
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The menu was modern Vietnamese, lots of interesting dished. The Grilled...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is ab-fab!!! I love the sea-bass a la lemongrass and you can't miss the clay-pot cod!!! Wowza! The service has been Ok-to sometimes really good (been there about 5 times now). My only...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Tamarine on a Tuesday night and I was surprised at how crowded it was. Our table wasn't ready yet so we headed to the bar for a drink. Tried the mojito -- it was good but maybe because I've...
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite restaurants in Palo Alto.We've been here to celebrate birthdays or when we want to have a good meal and drinks. Tamarine has a cozy ambience, but their tables for two are a bit...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can't tell the difference between Vietnamese cuisine they serve here and the Chinese cuisine they serve at Sino or Straits, but hey, I'm not complaining.Nice ambiance, nice service and yummy food....
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Almost 200 reviews?!? What the F? I thought this place was new... apparently, I'm just not trendy. Sorry.Good modern Vietnamese cuisine, good decor, and good company always makes for a pleasant...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is pretty representative of the Palo Alto dining scene - good food, reservations necessary (unless you want to eat at the bar or communal table) and lots of middle aged diners (sorry, you...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I looove this place. Getting seated is really tough but if you pop in at a non-peak time or have a reservation, you'll be fine.I recommend coming for happy hour at 5. It's nearly empty and all...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner here with my best friend. The decor was simple and classy. Good balanced lighting. Friendly service and now the food:We got a variety of dishes and ordered way too much! The sampler platter...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tossing and turning in bed at 5 AM in the morning, I couldn't quite place my finger on why I was having so much trouble sleeping. On your average Tuesday night, I'd be wrapped in my blanket, emanating...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I shouldn't have asked. I really shouldn't have. Sometimes it's better not to know. We would have had a perfect experience here if I hadn't asked what were those crunchy and flavorful translucent bits...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's funny, I don't like Vietnamese food. Really, I swear I don't. And yet, well, I really really like Tamarine. The infused rices, while perhaps a bit dainty being served in their coconut leaves...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went there on a Friday night. A group of 7 of us had reservations at 8pm. The food was delicious.This is what we ordered:Roti - very goodShrimp & Corn Fritters - this was ok. just a tad bit too...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As always, this was a fantastic meal. Probably my sixth time here, and always with a larger group, we had incredible service, and the food was divine. For you tofu haters, you will absolutely love the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Setting: It is deceivingly big inside, lots of room. Can't tell from the outside. Nice bar. Nice clean bathrooms. If you're lucky enough to get a window seat you've got the best in the house....
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here many times for birthdays and other events. The atmosphere is wonderful and noise doesn't seem to carry. Their bar mixes up drinks well and I've always enjoyed what I've ordered. The...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Extremely good restaurant. We ordered the Empress rice, Lamb Chops, and Jumbo Prawns. Total cost with 2 cocktails and and appetizer was $100 after tip. All of the food was excellent and so was the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for the first time on a date. I swear every man was wearing a collared shirt, which was kinda hot. The ambiance was great. Dim lighting and spacious tables. It got a little loud but that was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It was nice catching up with an old friend at Tamarine. This is my second time here and it keeps on getting better. I had the shaking beef and shared spring rolls and they were both very good....
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Not impressed at all! We made a reservation for a table and got scrunched in between 2 other parties at what I would consider "bar" seating. I'm not even sure scrunched would be appropriate. We ate...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Man how I miss Tam's in Fremont--that's where the roots of Tamarine (both the name and the restaurant) are. Totally authentic hole-in-the-wall place in your average Lion Market Strip mall.Tamarine is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
meh.give me Vung Tau or PPQ Dungeness Crab any day.I guess for Palo Alto we can't be so choosy though.GOD I sound like such a SNOB sometimes. tee hee. Yay food arrogance.Speaking of arrogance, I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2007
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A bit pricey for the portions. The dish with fish baked in a clay pot is...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 09/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Now this is a spot worth a trip to Palo Alto. (Unless you want to visit its sister Bong Su in San Francisco). Their menu's are similiar, but the ambiance and decor at Tamarine just feels better. It's...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Upon entering the restaurant, my friend and I were greeted by the most amateurish and condescending blonde host I've ever encountered. No, really. She inquires whether or not we have reservations...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to this restaurant about 4 times and I've always left satisfied. It can get a little pricey, but it's well worth it.
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place gets pricey quickly, but the small plates are delicious and addictive. I came in one evening with the familia, and scanned the long wine list, and found some Pear cider from Normandy. It...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is probably my favorite restaurant in Palo Alto. Not cheap by any stretch of the imagination, but it definitely has some tasty food!I've been here 3 times now, I think, and never had a bad...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We really enjoyed eating at Tamarine. We have been to many different Vietnamese "fusion" restaurants, and we rank this as one of the better ones. The food was delicious, although a bit pricey. The...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been curious about this restaurant and it's sister restaurant in the city, Bong Su. Finally had a chance to sample the cuisine. The service was a strange mixture of unpolished attentiveness, but...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food was good, but it wasn't spectacular. I liked that the restaurant was family style since we went with a big group, but the portions were pretty small, which was a bit of a disappointment,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious contemporary Vietnamese food - I especially liked the glazed ribs and the tamarine prawns. The only reason I am giving only four stars is because I really wanted to try the Calamansi (small...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is one of those rare places where the food honors the promise made by the fantastic decor and service. It's run by the same folks who run Vung Tau in San Jose, but with a cal-fusion focus...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The decor is nice. The food is decent ... an ethnic Vietnamese friend refused to ever meet up at Tamarine. After one visit and here is his reason "Why are the street food on a fancy restaurant's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Apparently this place is the go-to spot of my new workplace since it's so close and the food is good. Btw, this is also a quick heads up to my fans that I'll be working the Palo Alto downtown area...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine has awesome food!I started off with a Mint/Ginger drink made with rum, which was very tasty. Everything we ordered turned out to be really good, although the Quail was small and I wasn't too...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was pleased with my visit to Tamarine. The ambience was elegant and hip and the service was great! The waitstaff had no problem giving order suggestions and wine pairings and took their time to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine exceeded my expectations for upscale Vietnamese food. We came on a Wednesday evening and it was packed. Good thing I called earlier in the morning and they were able to squeeze in a table of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lunch. Today. Fresh Spring Rolls. Yum. Bun Cha. Yum. Upscale. Suggested? Yes.
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here twice and both times had a good experience.The food is tasty and presented well. The dishes are very expensive and we spent over $300 on just 6 people (including a bottle of wine).I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, 4 stars. Enough said. Enjoy!
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say that hasn't already been said. It's excellent and the service outstanding. No wonder it's always crowded, but still intimate. John G wrote a wonderful review.
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Five-star food at five-star prices. We loved every bite, but our lunch for three came in at $90 including tip. And that's without drinks. So I can't give it five stars because that's reserved for...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here a couple of times and had the same excellent experience. Good service, really excellent food. Not cheap, but a great place for a business dinner.
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had my birthday party here after reading the great reviews. I don't know why, but I really didn't enjoy the food all that much. It seemed to me to be very average Asian food. A lot of the dishes...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been wanting to try this place forever. I finally decided to make a reservation for my birthday. I usually stick with a guaranteed good place for my birthday but thought I would shake things...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If only all the restaurants in Palo Alto were this great. The service is perfectly timed and graceful, and the food, truly sublime. For appetizers - try the calamari, soups - crab dumplings in a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2007
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Had a prepaid group function at the restaurant for work, which tends to mean that opened but unconsumed wine gets taken home by guests or hosts, as they have been paid for. When the party was over, 1 server...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
With any ethnic restaurant, the key is to look inside and see 1. if there's ANYONE inside eating, and then 2. if anyone there looks like they are from the ethnic background of what the restaurant...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely great food at a great value!My roommate raved about this restaurant and I have never been one for Vietnamese fusion but this place did it right. My evening's plan of attack: Roasted Quail...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite restaurant in Palo Alto, by far. It has excellent food, a lovely ambiance, and friendly, competent service. Most things I've had are excellent. I highly recommend salt and pepper...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this restaurant. Great service, great good, great ambiance, great wine selection.
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The finest Asian restaurant overall for decor, food, service and ambiance that I have experienced. Pretty tall statement from this foodie veteran, but Tamarine simply "blew me away". Went is for...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is outstanding. Definately a go-to place for business lunches or fancy dinners. If you want this kind of cuisine without the wallet wrenching-price or the parking hassel of downtown Palo...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Being that I am half Vietnamese, this place is by far the most over-rated Vietnamese restaurant: price and meal. For heaven sakes, we are talking Vietnamese food. Vietnamese do not have roti people....
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
don't get me wrong, the food can be great and I usually enjoy the experience at Tamarine. it looks nice, feels nice, smells nice, is fun with a group. actually best with a group. but a few bad...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the food was amazingly delicious -- def get the tamarine signature prawns. we also had the moon cakes as an app and they were so tasty, i went home and looked up the recipe for vietnamese pancakes so...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here last week on a whim to re-try this place. I'd been here once before but had completely forgotten what it was like except for memories of wine and my cousin. The food here is delicious. My...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If I lived in the south bay, I'd come here frequently. It's best to come with a few people so you can share more contemporary Vietnamese small plates. They also have a great wine list. I've had...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite restaurants in bay area, and I was delighted with the dining experience. Well, maybe it was because I went there with my boyfriend, but still ... the food is pretty good...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I know someone that works here. As much I like the guy, the food here is just ok. Basically, it's high end fusion Vietnamese food, and that's basically it. I mean you can get dishes here that you...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice decor and atmosphere. Good service. The Clay pot cod is has a vibrant sweet and moist taste. The shaking beef is tender and flavored nicely. The Masala lamb curry is very soft. The dish that...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
LOVE THIS PLACE!!! Yes it is pricey for lunch but it is well worth it. There is nothing like loving the food you are eating and this place has got it. Nice atmosphere too. Food is excellent....
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am not particularly keen on paying high prices for Vietnamese food, but Tamarine is well worth it. Very nice atmosphere with contemporary decor and the staff is great too. I definitely recommend...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2007
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I have been going to Tamarine and Bongsu (both owned by the same people) entertaining clients. At a client lunch today, we experienced something that you never believe would happen to you. One of my guests,...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have to say the food here is always great. I love it so much, I've actually gone out there for take-out. I can't say the same for service. That's the only reason I gave it 4-stars vs. 5.Yummy,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been during happy hour 5-6:30. I sat at the bar but was very impressed with the fast service and how quick the food came out. Versatile and appropriate for a nice dinner for family, friends...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this is one of the nicer, upscale places in palo alto. the bar serves interesting drinks. the service is impeccable and the wine list impressive. they have some of the nicest rieslings which pair...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Prime example of hipster suburbia. Chilewich floors, bong su-esque windows (oh, they've got the same owners, no wonder), cool earthy paper light shades and packed bar when the clock strikes 6 on a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had 2 apps, 2 entrees and 1 dessert. . . result Full and satisfied.Had the Calamari and Hamachi-Tartar. Tartar was great with chopped up onions, and something slightly crunchy and sweet like...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The place is pretty good. My formal boss took a bunch of us a while back and I was coming every since. When Rey got back from the military I felt discriminated here. They told us they were already...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place was pretty good. its way the hell down university.. past where you would think there was anything aside from persian carpet stores. i did feel the crowd here was a bit yuppie and "trying...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have the fortunate luxury of dining here while on expenses. If this is the way you roll then it's FIVE stars all the way! Otherwise it loses a star cuz it's freakin' expensive.The food here is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Taste. Chew. Grin. Drink. Leave happy and without $$$ regret.That's all I really want from a restaurant and Tamarine delivers. This contemporary Viet restaurant is my new PA fave.Read the other...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food! Everything was consistant and fresh from starters to desserts. The ambiance of this place is great. Modern, yet cultural. Service was great as well (we never looked around once) ... I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Surprised to see this is still a "place" to be...the host/hostess can use a little attitude adjustment. Food is pretty good but it's not worth the hype...nor the wait or noise.
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Talked a friend of mine into coming here for dinner today. We scored a walk-in for 2 at around 6 PM with no trouble -- the host said it would be "in the back," but who cares? At least in the back...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great location and great food: very colorful. Sophisticated vietnamese food. Their flavored rices are great. The presentation looks amazing as well. Really feel comfortable for the price. The...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This space had been cursed for years before Tamarine moved in and delivered a culinary need in Palo Alto.Consistently excellent food. Most of the time I just let my servers order for me and I have to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Overall a nice place.We ate there 6 months ago, now to recall that experience, the only things I remember are:1 Waitress was wearing a unique green dress. (very green, very unique). Not sure why...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this restaurant has nice decor, great eats, but has bad spacing when it comes to tables. everything inside is cramped. hope you don't find yourself seated in the free-standing tables near the bar. can...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pricey. we were 8 people and the tab came to $410 for a starter, an entry, drink and dessert (one of each for 8 people). Dont know if I go there again. Though one time, it is a nice dining experience.
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is so good, which kills me because it is otherwise unsufferable. Annoyingly difficult to get a reservation on a weekend, and the wait staff has the same attitude as the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great dining...Its pricey, but worth every penny...everything on the menu is good... Try the flavored rices... its definitely a treatenough said...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Compare to other modern, fusion, Vietnamese restaurants in the same league (namely, Slanted door, Three Seasons, Xanh), Tamarine stands out.The room is modern, chic yet intimate. The fusion food has...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Surprisingly impressed on University Ave.! We were seated & served immediately. Our cutie pie waiter was the perfect blend of proffessional & personal. He definitely felt our vibe and joked along...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I always have a great dining experience at Tamarine. I always have great food - I am partial to the calamari appetizer, the shaking beef and empress rice. Love the lychee martini. I won't pretend...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
came here for valentine's day with the bf. the food was great - exactly as i expected after hearing a foodie friend rave about it for over a year before i finally succumbed and went. not cheap, but a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We waited 30 minutes even though my husband made reservation online two weeks ago. This was our first time and our last. I had no problem with waiting, but once we were seated; everything went...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is Rip-Your-Clothes-Off Good. I go to Sydney often where contemporary Asian is everywhere. The only problem is the flight costs $1,800 and a few days just to get there and back.Tamarine is...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cod in the clay pot = why are you so amazing? Even the rice was distinctly delicious, and typically rice is just rice.Pricey, but nice environment if you get to sit in the back room -- the front area,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place surprised me. I wasn't so sure about pricey Vietnamese food but it was actually really tasty. I had the Shaken Beef, Garlic Noodles, Sea Bass, and Lava Cake. They were all excellent except...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Update 1/14/07:I just discovered that Tamarine's tea leaf beef rolls have ground pork in them. What the hell?? There is nothing on the menu that would indicate that the tea leaf beef contains any...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay so I grew up eating Viet food. I'm just not used to it being in a fancy setting (usually only at home or in some Lion Plaza food court) but I'd describe this more as asian fusion. Definitely not...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is an upscale restaurant. The food is exquisite vietnamese.You don't get large plates of food, but what you get you will like, so get a bunch of plates and share. Don't miss the calamari...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place rocks. Being in good company didn't hurt my impression of this place, but putting that aside, Tamarine is truly superb in all regards.The ambience is terrific, and the food was simply...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A friend told me that this place was upscale Indian so I thought oh good check it out. Turns out it is Asian fusion which makes it a good alternative to the proximate but pricey Three Seasons in Palo...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place is pure PLASTIC. Fake & full of bull crap... My VP and managers requested I booked Tamarine for a dinner party (40) this Saturday. I phoned and left a message w/ the Hostess. Lisa w/...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2007
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This place rocks and is my favorite restaurant, and the food here is exceptional with excellent service.They are beautifully presented in the center of the table. Steamed rice comes wrapped in a b...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/14/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i dunno if im the only one that feels this way, but i definitely dont think tamarine was worth it. we ordered the shaking beef and the crab and garlic noodles. ive had way better shaking beef for the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great interior, and good service. However the Vietnamese-style food is watered down for the American palate. The prices are outrageous for what are relatively small portions. If you were to go to one...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite restaurant in Palo Alto. The ambiance is great -- it's a restaurant-slash-gallery, so the interior design is an important part of the establishment. The food is great, good sharing...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place rocks and is my favorite restaurant, and the food here is exceptional with excellent service.They are beautifully presented in the center of the table. Steamed rice comes wrapped in a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Although it's not really authentic vietnamese food, for a fusion with french influence, the food is actually really great. My mom is a super picky vietnamese woman when it comes to food, and she said...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic Vietnamese food! I couldn't be happier. The decor was nice, the food excellent, the service professional...they accommodated my need for a reservation for 2 just 1 hour ahead of time.I'd...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
one of the guys i work with brought me here for lunch today and WOW...i was soo impressed w/ the quality and flavor of the food. maybe it's because i didn't expect much, maybe i was hungry? regardless...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Consistently impeccable presentation, high quality ingredients, and a zen atmosphere. Service is usually outstanding.
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite restaurants on University Ave. The decor is very elegant and contemporary, with beautiful artwork on the walls from various Vietnamese artists. We made reservations for a late...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely love this place. One of the best restaurants in Palo Alto / the whole peninsula. Tasty small Vietnamese / French fusion plates. Shakin beef is my favorite, and everything else is great. A...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I feel a need to rave about good food to my friends, I rave about Tamarine. I can't believe I went through all my college years without trying Tamarine even once, probably because it looked...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
it felt good to be sitting in this contemporary vietnamese restaurant with a elegant yet modern interior deco and cheerful ambiance. the tapas - what this place is famous for - were presented nicely,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I were very disappointed with Tamarine --- especially after reading all the reviews and receiving personal recommendations from reliable sources. Maybe it was an off night or our...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
High end Vietnamese. Hands down my favorite restaurant in Palo Alto. This place is dangerous for me because I tend to want to eat everything on the menu. The decor is beautiful. I think I like the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went here with my boyfriend and his parents (our first time meeting) and it was great. The wine was full-bodied and the food titillated my tastebuds. Everything I put my chopsticks on was a piece...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a popular place for corporate dinners. Food is good & they accomodate groups well.
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Jeff and I grab dinner here a lot. It's quite good and the service is wonderful. They have really great drinks. The lychee martini is one of my favs. Jeff loves the Kaffir lime drink. The shaking...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food here is just OK, not very memorable in the good sense. I ordered the Shaking Beef, Crab & Garlic Noodles, Shrimp Springrolls, Papaya Salad, gin cocktails, and several desserts. Not to go into a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We like. A lot.Pros:Fab starters, great mains and delicious desserts - plus plently of options for fish and veg eaters.Lovely presentation of restaurant and food.Friendly service.Cons:We can't afford...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I loved this place.I have been here 1 time for lunch (and I was not paying!)We had the tamarine taste which is an appetizer that comes with a fun variety of things to try...including a mango salad....
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2007
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What I liked: The ambience, the mushroom soup (vegetarian), tamarine prawns-succulent, sea bass-cooked to perfection, creme brulee, excellent service What I disliked: Lava cake-tasted like right out of the...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent.I have been to Tamarine numerous times and will keep going back for more. The atmoshere is elegant and chic without being pretentious. Great location and easy to find parking.The staff is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Preface: One of the problems of writing about nearly every restaurant that I go to is that people notice if I forget to write about one. Such is the case with Tamarine. And so I apologize to my...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down one of the best restaurants in the Peninsula and easily the best Vietnamese in the SF Bay Area!You cannot go wrong with any item on their extensive menu. Among my personal favorites are...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to this place several times now and the food never disappoints. Decor is nice, and the service is good. My only gripe: the portions. Now, I know these are suppose to be tapas style plates...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I liked their lamb chops and the Halong Bay soup with crab wontons was really good.
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful setting. Delicious food presented beautifully. Our server was attentive and was very pleasant. What stood out the most was that she seem to really enjoy what she was doing. Very well...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Most of this food is based on Vietnamese recipes, and this is the best Vietnamese restaurant EVER. And I grew up in Little Saigon in Orange County (this is that last time I will ever admit that)!!...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Totally overrated- I had been hearing about this place for months and was slightly disappointed. The food was cold and not nearly as creative/flavorful as other asian fusion places in the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A trendy place in Palo Alto, no doubt! The setting and services are great and would deserve probably more than 3*.However, I was not amazed by the quality of the food. It is good, but not fantastic...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I worked here for one night shortly after they first opened. Just long enough to wear my little outfit, play hostess, and sample all the food at the bar. Stars and stars for yummy food and a lovely...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to nearly every restaurant on university ave but kept tamarine at bay not because I heard the food was bad but because I heard it was the most expensive place on the avenue and being the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The most excellent Vietnamese food in the Bay Area. Each dish is spectacular, only surpassed by the wonderful wine list. The only reason this does not receive 5 stars is the less than mediocre...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite place on the peninsula -- probably the only truly good restaurant out here! The food is only topped by the atmosphere. Don't miss the shaking beef.
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Calamari w/spring onion and cilantro Mushroom Soup w/lemongrass Basil Tofu Masala Lamb Curry Garlic Ginger Crab Noodles 3 bowls of rice Banana Beignet...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very good food. The calamari was great and the martinis were solid. Would definitely go again.
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I really wanted to like this place. Was a fan of Beetlenut in SF and Chinoise on Main in Santa Monica for years and approached both dinner visits with an open mind and high expectations.The dining...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This happened last year at Tamarine but I am still telling people this story so I figure it probably belongs on Yelp.A guy friend (who I thought might have liked me but I wasn't really sure if he...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is the "Slanted Door" for south bay-ers. Shaking beef is as good as (or better than!) Slanted's. Very tender and melt in your mouth like the japanese snack Melty Kiss. The roti, on first...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Slanted Door wanna-be!Tamarine is over-rated. I came here for my wife's B-day. Their website sold me. The quail was really good. The rest was ehhhh.We ordered the shaking beef. No doubt it was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2006
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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....
citysearch.com - user review - 10/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Honestly, it was delicious and the presentation was magnificent.I had a vegetable dish the first couple of times, and then later tried the basil tofu (which i was not as crazy about.) The sides of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here a few weeks ago. We were walking and just stop by to try. Didn't even know it's a Vietnamese restaurant. Thought it was Thai at first. The food were delicious. Didn't expect too much at...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant was fantastic - the food was phenomenal, they were especially gracious to my rather large party, and the server offered some great suggestions for dishes. I would definitely go back!...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's always packed. Always expensive there. Always too laud people are there.Yet it's always great!!
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Sadly, our attempt to have a nice dinner out was colored badly by an extremely loud, obnoxious group of ten seated directly behind us. My ears were literally ringing by the time we left.Food was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely love this place although is quite expensive. They passed my test for having authentic Vietnamese food. The taste is very southern Vietnamese just like how I like it.
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Probably the best restaurant in Palo Alto down town area.There are a lot of different cusine and places to choose from, but from value and taste, I think this is the best place.Worth checking out
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I met up with a friend here yesterday for lunch, sans reservations, which was fine, only we had to sit at the long communal table or the bar. We both opted for the "Power Lunch" (for $15, you get...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is fantastic - I was there for three hours last night and I cannot think of a single point of criticism. The service could not have been better - we had wine and food recommendations and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 starsThe food here definitely rates 4 stars, and I'm usually not very fond of Vietnamese food. Everything we had was fresh and flavors were very delicate.However, left to my own devices, I find...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place. The shaking beef is particularly good, and don't skip the coffee -- it's practically a dessert!
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice, upscale Vietnamese fusion restaurant in downtown Palo Alto. Beautifully decorated interior and nice ambiance. Usually a bit of a wait to be seated, even with reservations. Parking can be hard...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A friend and I had dinner at the Vietnamese restaurant, Tamarine, in Palo Alto last Friday evening. Between the 2 of us, we started with the salt & pepper calamari and the mushroom soup, then had the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Why do for the imitation when you can have the original?I had recently dined at Bong Su and had the chance to experience Tamarine for a birthday dinner. Even before the day, the staff was extremely...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic food, hip atmosphere. Occasionally hard to get seated without reservations, so call first. Absolutely everything I have had here is spectacular -- this is a "San Francisco" quality first...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really feel like Tamarine's quality has dropped recently, but it still remains as popular as ever. I don't know the exact schedule, but I do know that on a Friday at 5:30 there was a brilliant happy...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Superb. We had the tuna tartare appetizer, which was delicate, just the right spicy, and presented beautifully in a cococut half shell. On to the mid-course of mushroom soup, which was just...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
such a nice restaurant in palo alto. for appetizers, i would definitely get the salt and pepper calamari, which is very lightly fried. the cilantro dipping sauce it comes w/ is soooo good. the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2006
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Our lunch did not start off on the best note. We did not have reservations and the hostess, who we all agreed was snooty, treated us like she was doing us a favour by sitting us at the "one remaining table in...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/11/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I still remember my very first bite of their shaking beef...I was speechless as it melted in my mouth. Then came the clay pot cod, panang curry and ginger chicken, all superbly flavorful. Everyone at...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite restaurant in Palo Alto. Love the Ha Long Bay Soup and Shaking Beef, but they have lots of yummy things on the menu. Love the ambiance, but can get crowded.
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've had a couple of lunches here, and the food's good. Not spectacular, just good. A bit pricey for what you get. I actually liked Three Seasons down the street a little better.
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Order the green curry soup. Insane!
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2006
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Tamarine is my favorite place for a mid-week evening out. I highly recommend the seared tuna salad. The fish is translucent pink with just a hint of sea flavor, and the dressing is a salty, citrus-y p...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/31/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have to admit that I am very hesitant of upscale Asian joints. Usually because they are really bland (Vietnamese: Citronelle), or just plain bad ("Chinese:" P.F. Chang's). After many years of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is really tasty, beautifully plated and the restaurant has a great atmosphere. Try to black sesame creme breule - my reaction was, "WOW! That is totally not offensive!" I know it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my special go to restaurant when I want to treat myself or I have foodie friends or family in town who will LOVE the food as much as I do. Was just there on Wednesday night and had a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for our 1st wedding anniversary and loved it so much...food is top notch and service was impeccable.Yes it's going to cost us our first child because it's not cheap, but you don't go to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not sure why it is but Noveau/French inspired Vietnamese food in NorCal just doesn't cut it for me. I guess after being exposed to so many good places in SoCal it might be unfair. On the flip side...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, this place.... Last and only time I was here was almost two years ago.I was here for a long, drawn out conversation over dinner with the current love of my life. The lovely topic was that we drive...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2006
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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...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great restaurant. Pricey but worth the splurge. It reminded me of Betelnut but without the attitude. I liked the artwork on the wall and the comfy chairs. I tried the Shrimp Cupcake appetizer....
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2006
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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...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/12/2006
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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...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/11/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If there's any way to sample everything on the menu - I highly recommend it! Everything is terrific here.
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I remember having the Tamarine Crab & Garlic Noodles appetizer and the Shaking Beef. The rest, I don't quite remember. But the restaurant provided a really nice, asian-contemporary atmosphere, rich...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My colleague's friend owns this place and she coerced us into going and I'm glad we did! Beautiful location and great food. It's the sister location of Three Seasons in the Marina district. My...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I finally went to Tamarine last night for dinner. I heard from a lot of people how wonderful the food and ambiance is. Well.... I thought it was just OK. Although nice and clean, it looked like...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know if I went to a different place or what. It gets two stars because the interior was quite nice and I thought the service was pretty good. But the food (which is why I asked my family to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing Vietnamese food. Quite pricey but worth the splurge on occasion. They have the most delicious desserts. I highly recommend the chocolate won-tons (sounds weird, but they're fabulous) and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down, my favorite restaurant. The flavors grab your attention with their intensity while still being subtle. The shaking beef looks so unassuming but one bite and it bursts with great flavor....
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent food. Probably some of the best in Palo Alto. I've eaten here numerous times. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. My favorite is the calamari appetizer--the lime dipping...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tamarine is one of the better restaurants in all of Palo Alto. It certainly qualifies as the best in terms of decor as well. The food is very good and the atmosphere is excellent. Service is always...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful atmosphere, delicious creative small plates, and well-dressed crowds. I highly recommend making reservations and going with a group of friends so you can try more of the menu. Everything...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This isn't just upscale Vietnamese fusion food; it's the closest thing you'll get to quality SF dining on the Peninsula. Try the Shaking Beef and the Seared Ahi Tuna Salad and beware of coming without...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful restaurant with very interesting art work and ambiance. The food is delicious with a lot of unusual flavors. This restaurant is a great place to bring your date. The service was very good as...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I avoided this place for reasons of personal drama. But I tossed caution to the wind and went (ie: I gave into the herd mentality). Before Tamarine I never saw the point in ordering fried calamari...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place is pretty nifty vietnamese asian fusion -- they have really unique types of rice, among other things. we liked the coconut rice, and they also had an interesting ginger chicken rice. a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pricey but good. I like the shaking beef and lots of veggie dishes. More water spinach please. Same owners of Vung Tau in downtown SJ. They also have a full bar and carry Duvel Belgian beer, yum!...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The entrance is a little tricky. You'll gravitate towards the big glass double doors and inadvertently crash a dinner party of 7, but quash all instinct and head to the single, less conspicuous door...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food! I loved the calamari, roti, shaking beef, empress rice, long beans, and banana beignets (excellent). It wasn't as amazing as I thought it would be, but I gave it 4 stars since it's one...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2005
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Very unique food. Great flavors you can't taste elsewhere. Gotta try it.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/30/2005
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I have eaten at this restaurant three times. Everytime I come back, it has always tasted better than the last time. I am looking forward to the next time I get a chance to go there again.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/23/2005
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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...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/14/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Living around the corner from this restaurant and walking by it everyday on my way home, it is ALWAYS packed. Finally checked it out last weekend and LOVED It. Its no wonder. Great food, fun ambiance,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2005
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It is good for Palo Alto to have an upscale restaurant that ISN'T owned or run by Wolfgang Puck. Tamarine is that upscale restaurant. The service, while faltering at times, is great overall. The food is...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/01/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
GORGEOUS.Gorgeous food, interior, everything.If you must have dinner in Palo Alto, dine at Tamarine.
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food and presentation. Some of the dishes are a bit inconsistent. I'm fond of the Salt & Pepper Calamari, Roti, Lemon Grass Bass, and Shaking Beef.
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2005
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We went to Tamarine for our anniversary because it was listed as "Romantic" and got good reviews on the food quality and service. The other reviewers must have gone to a different restaurant than we did!!! The...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/28/2005
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Because I'm Vietnamese, my husband took me to this restaurant for my 30th birthday. He made the reservation a month in advance and called in to confirm a day before my birthday. He also clarified that it was...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/20/2005
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Combining fantastic and distinctive cuisine with wornderful ambiance and impecable service, this is probably the best bay area restaurant south of San Francisco at the moment. Always full, always good! PROS:...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/08/2005
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tamarine is probably the best asian restaurant on stanfurd's university avenue. i say that sincerely but feel obligated to add that unversity avenue does not have many good asian restaurants. one even...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/10/2005
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tamarine is probably the best asian restaurant on stanfurd's university avenue. i say that sincerely but feel obligated to add that unversity avenue does not have many good asian restaurants. one ev...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/07/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The only thing keeping me from giving this tantalizing restaurant 5 stars was the slow service...which I'll say was probably not our servers fault. Could have been just a bad night...BUT, the food!...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2005
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great, grand, speictualar
judysbook.com - user review - 07/12/2005
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First off, I do not recommend the Madras chicken curry here. I do recommend the orange glazed duck, which is spectacular, and the Tamarine taste appetizer which is scrumptious as well. The staff here ...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/06/2005
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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 --...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/23/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not a huge fan of Vietnamese cuisine (living above a pho restaurant for 2 years will do that to you), but Tamarine has definitely become my most favorite restaurant in Palo Alto. I highly...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The thing I like best about Tamarine is the dessert: chocolate chip bread pudding with caramelized bananas and coconut sauce - amazing! However, the food is also fairly good - fresh and imaginative,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down my favorite place to eat in the penninsula. This place has some seriously inventive food, so don't be scared by the vietnamese-ness of it. Everything is really fun to try, especially if...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2005
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fast, great service.. romantic ambience superb, tasty food worth the price highly recommendable
citysearch.com - user review - 04/16/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My friends Amanda (yes, that Amanda) and Todd had to force me and the BF here at gunpoint, but then they had to force me out again at gunpoint. I loved everything I ate and I'm not a big fan of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2005
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We went last night for our anniversary. I booked through Open Table and asked for a romantic table. They did just that. It was very private and we were very well attended to. The service was wonderful and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/22/2005
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Time and again, Tamarine never ceases to delight me. The food is delicious -- try the Tamarine Prawns, Shaking Beef, long beans and coconut rice -- and the service is spot on. Order a lychee martini at that...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/17/2004
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite restaurant in Palo Alto now
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2004
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You'll have to drive to PA to eat good Thai:)
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2004
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Delicious food, great decor, terrific service.
judysbook.com - user review - 09/16/2004
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Kick-ass wines by the glass. Food of high quality; much better than that OTHER trendy Vietnamese-French restaurant in downtown Palo Alto. Try the rocket shrimp, and the lamb with sweet potato fries.
judysbook.com - user review - 09/13/2004
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Great
judysbook.com - user review - 09/01/2004
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On this particular evening, it all worked: the food, the service, and the ambiance. We were originally seated near a large group near the front. I asked to move and we were immediately re-seated in the back (a...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/16/2004
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the meat dishes here are no better than the meals you can get at a regular vietnamese restaurant, they taste just the same, especially the appetizers. some of the other dishes we ordered were bass and flavored...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/09/2004
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I read a few reviews here and was told that this was a "Top 100" restaurant so I didn't know what to make of it all. I took an out of town client to Tamarine on a recent Thursday and franky we were blown away....
citysearch.com - user review - 03/16/2004
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We have been regular visitors to this restaurant and the variety and quality of the offerings is wonderful and has remained consistent in quality. However, the service on my recent visit was particularly bad....
citysearch.com - user review - 03/03/2004
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My wife and I were finally able to make it here for dinner without reservations, after hearing so much about it for months. We ended up having dinner at the bar and were very disappointed. The bartender never...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/28/2004
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Look at the more recent reviews for this restaurant. This was recently rated in the top 100 bay area restaurants, and they deliver a great experience. The food is contemporary Vietnamese / fusion, and we...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/03/2003
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...of a restaurant. We went on busy Friday night, and were seated right away (book online!!!) Our server was friendly, and extremely helpful. Husband had a very nice glass of wine (good selection), and I had a...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/19/2003
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There is an attitude of total arrogance by the manager of this restaurant. Customer service is not a concept that is understood here, if my experience is any indication. My party asked to speak with the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2003
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Decorated in tones of sage and bronze, the dining room at Tamarine could be a culinary haven in downtown Palo Alto. Unfortunately, looks are deceiving: poor preparation, distracting music, and inflated prices...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/17/2003
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I loved the food and the atmosphere. The service was slow the first time I went, but the second time was much better as they probably are working out the kinks. The menu is a little limited but everything I...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/18/2002
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I had dinner at Tamarine last night, a good experience. Our server was very friendly and warm, she spent a lot of time at our table and rattled off food descriptions efficiently--but in a fun and personal...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/12/2002
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I found the food to be terrific and very unique. Some of the highlights included the shortribs and the Tamarine prawns which were like lobster tails. The pricing was right as the dishes were more like in the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/11/2002
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My new favorite restaurant! The restaurant was gorgeous with a chic-lounge kind of way. The food was very inventive...with a nice Californian twist to Vietnamese food. I had to wait a little bit longer than I...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/11/2002
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Tamarine is new and has a few kinks to work out. One major one is pricing. Everyone is doing small plates these days, but theirs (true to the word "small") were $18-21. The food was good, but for the price, I...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/28/2002
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excellent vietnamese food with a california twist. chile-lime aubergine and shaking beef with watercress...
sfgate.com - user review
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the menuis promise to offer visitors an introduction to the richness of vietnamese culture goes largely unkept here. while seafood dishes are a delightoespecially moist blackened sea bass with lemongrass and...
sanfran.com - user review
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excellent place for business related lunches. not a quickie lunch spot. fine dining at its best with.....
tripadvisor.com - user review
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tamarine is a contemporary vietnamese restaurant that features the light but flavor-intensive culinary delicacies of vietnam. the restaurant offers a menu based on small plates, promoting the vietnamese...
opentable.com - user review
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pan-asian cuisine in a contemporary atmosphere...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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Tamarine is a contemporary Vietnamese restaurant that features the light but flavor-intensive culinary delicacies of Vietnam. The restaurant offers a menu based on small plates, promoting the Vietnamese...
opentable.com - user review
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