Tamarind is a refined Indian fine-dining restaurant in Poughkeepsie that provides an upscale, authentic culinary experience. Established in 2020 and led by award-winning Chef Manoj Rana, it emphasizes traditional Indian recipes with a modern touch, utilizing locally-sourced and seasonal ingredients whenever available.
The restaurant offers an elegant and sophisticated setting ideal for romantic dinners, family gatherings, or business occasions. Its spacious dining area accommodates up to 150 guests, complemented by a cozy bar and lounge for smaller parties. Customers often commend the friendly, attentive, and welcoming staff, who are knowledgeable about the menu and ready to assist.
The decor is modern, clean, and tasteful, featuring ambient lighting that enhances the overall experience. Some guests enjoy background Indian music. The menu showcases traditional Indian dishes, highlighting rich, flavorful North Indian classics, while also integrating influences from South India and Indo-Chinese fusion.
Beyond dining rooms, Tamarind boasts a bar and lounge area. The bar offers craft cocktails prepared with fresh juices and syrups, along with an extensive selection of wines and beers. A daily happy hour runs from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
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Selections From The Tamarind Indian Restaurant Menu:
- Manchow – Asian soup with a twist of Indian flair, mixed with local garlic, chili pepper, and cilantro, garnished with crispy noodles.
- Dadi’s (Grandma) Salad – Tender leaves of Arcadian mixed greens served with slices of avocado, grape tomato, red onion, cucumber, garbanzo beans served with lemon vinaigrette dressing
- Truffle Butter Kulcha – Stuffed with onion, cheese, and chili, coated with truffle oil
- Palak Chaat – Crispy baby spinach, yogurt, mint chutney, and date chutney garnished with pomegranate seeds
- Samosa – A traditional Punjabi stuffed potato and pea pastry served with mint and tamarind chutney, one of India’s favorite snacks
- Hyderabadi Chicken Dum Biryani – Marinated chicken leg cooked with caramelized onions, mint, saffron, and basmati rice in a sealed pot, and garnished with crispy caramelized onions and mint
- Peppercorn Chicken – Lightly flour-dusted chicken thighs cooked in Thai black pepper sauce, onion, and mixed bell peppers, garnished with green onion
- Lamb Pepper Masala – Cubed boneless leg of lamb seasoned with black pepper, sautéed in a spicy onion sauce with mixed bell peppers
- Paneer Tikka Akbari – Fresh homemade paneer marinated in spices, mixed with yogurt, grilled in tandoor, and served with apricot chutney
- Malai Kofta – Minced paneer cheese dumplings stuffed with dry fruits and nuts cooked in an onion cashew gravy
- Saloni Machi – Faroe island salmon marinated in yogurt, sour cream, masala and spices topped with grape tomatoes, served over guacamole, garnished with beet sauce
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Posted by Tamarind Fine Dining – Poughkeepsie, NY on Tuesday, November 12, 2024
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