Saturday, May 17, 2008

India's Restaurant (Tamarac Square)

3333 S. Tamarac Drive


We love this place.

G, being English, is obviously a huge fan of Indian cuisine. S isn't as big of a fan, but is usually able to find something that she can enjoy on the menu. India's keeps us both really happy.

Located in a strip mall, India's is a surprise when you enter. Dark but welcoming, with colorful fabric and Indian tapestries hanging from the ceiling, you quickly forget that you're in a strip mall. The server will light the red candle at your table, take your drink order, and bring you a basket of pappadum. The naan is outstanding - served warm, usually with some more "toasted" bits on each piece from being baked in a wood-burning oven. Each dish that we've tried has been very good - our only complaint is that they aren't as spicy hot as Indian food typically is. But it's always flavorful and carefully prepared. Dishes are the perfect size for one person each (we usually share a bit off of each of our plates,) and come with a small salad. The perfect end to your meal is the amazing cinnamon bread pudding and a cup of chai.

Service isn't overly friendly, but we find it refreshing to find a restaurant where the server isn't hovering over us, and we can actually enjoy our conversation and meal without interruption.

This isn't the place for a quick meal, or an inexpensive evening out - it usually comes up to about $60-65 for the two of us, with one cocktail each, naan, main dishes, one bread pudding and two chai teas. But it's great for somewhere to really enjoy the meal, talk and people-watch. If you haven't been, give it a try!

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