Cuisine:

• Vietnamese
• Others

Tamarind Tree Description:
Hidden in the corner of a nondescript strip mall in the International District, Tamarind Tree's humble storefront gives no clue to its exotic interior or elegant ambience. Romantic lighting, contemporary décor, and tropical mango-colored walls create a tranquil feel. Sit at granite-topped tables in the dining room or on the patio filled with lush greenery. While perusing the daunting 25-plus-page menu, sip an exotic mango or lemon grass martini. A salad roll or the crispy bite-size turmeric coconut rice cakes topped with shrimp may start off a meal. For main dishes, we recommend the purple basil tuna or fragrant, steamed lily blossom halibut. Bountiful stir-fry dishes might combine chicken, lemon grass, chopped chili peppers and lemon leaves. If you're feeling indecisive, go with the "seven courses of beef," a bargain and easily shared by two. Even if you usually pass on Asian desserts, do not skip the generous scoop of homemade roasted coconut ice cream.


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