Tamarine Restaurant

4.7

1817 Reviews

$31 to $50

Vietnamese

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2 people

21 Dec 2024

22:00

Booked 50 times today

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Good for business meals

Embark on a culinary journey through Southeast Asia at Tamarine. Nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley, this upscale restaurant offers a refined take on Vietnamese cuisine, served in a peaceful white-table setting. Helmed by Chef Tammy Huynh, Tamarine's menu features an exquisite selection of entrees, soups, salads and signature dishes cooked with the freshest Asian ingredients.

Get your taste buds racing with some shrimp spring rolls before diving into a delicious entrée of crisp-fried whole Mediterranean striped bass served with a sambal shellfish sauce. Complement it with a specialty cocktail, made using traditional ingredients. Visit the bar between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. and enjoy great Happy Hour discounts. In addition to its elegant dining room, Tamarine also offers semi-private and private dining areas for guests who prefer a little more intimacy or wish to host a company dinner. The restaurant's elegant setting makes it an ideal pick for an after-hours cocktail.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Vietnamese, Asian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Thu 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(650) 325-8500
Website
http://www.tamarinerestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Tammy Huynh
Catering
We provide flexible catering options, ranging from simple deliveries to fully staffed events. Menus are customizable and accommodate a wide range of allergies and dietary restrictions. More than just food, Tamarine offers bar and wine service, including our full range of house specialty cocktails.
Private party facilities
To experience Tamarine in a private setting, the restaurant is pleased to offer three elegant private dining options that can seat from 10 to 155 guests.

Location
546 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Area
Palo Alto
Cross Street
Tasso & Webster
Parking details
public free parking directly behind building at the Cowper/Webster garage.
Additional
Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

What 1,817 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tamarine Restaurant offers a sophisticated dining experience with "great food and service." Known for its flavorful Vietnamese fusion cuisine, the menu features standout dishes like shaking beef and clay pot cod. The ambiance is elegant yet casual, and the staff is "attentive and knowledgeable," ensuring a memorable visit every time.

1,817 Reviews

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Jana
VIP
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was wonderful except for the restaurant was cold. Tables are a little close together. Loved the food.
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Barbara
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful setting for a group gathering….to enjoy really delicious and beautifully presented small plates.
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Anthony
Los Angeles
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Had very nice dinner with my daughter, celebrating my Birthday and her Pregnancy. We couldn't pick a better place, food was excellent. So thank you very much, it was a special night.
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Gary
VIP
San Francisco
41 reviews
4.0
41 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Tamarine never disappoints. I have been going here for decades on many occasions, personal and business. Their cuisine and service are always excellent.
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michael
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was exelent. Would be good to have a choice of coffee, not only vietnamese.
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James
VIP
San Francisco
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tanya always delivers with exceptional food, excellent service, and an ever-changing menu. We were once again delighted with our meal — and the awesome bar staff — who declared they actually love working at Tamarine!
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suzan
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
need better ventilation to get rid of fish smell! it hits you the minute you enter but get used to it after a while
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Nikki
VIP
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They made my father feel so special for his birthday. He overcame cancer this year and they had a birthday card waiting at the table. Always top class service. And this is why they are my favorite restaurant in Palo Alto.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Drinks can be better. Need to revamp the cocktail menu
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Ted
VIP
San Francisco
65 reviews
3.0
65 reviews
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
As always the food was very tasty. Was there for lunch the day before Thanksgiving and service was not up to the usual high standards.
Tamarine RestaurantResponded on 3 December 2024
Hi Ted, I am so sorry to hear about your recent experience at Tamarine. Thank you for your feedback. I greatly appreciate your honest review. I will share with the team and use it as training. You should have received appetizers first and the server should have coursed out your entrees. With Friendly Regards, Tanya Hartley
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FAQs

Tamarine Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 325-8500.

Tamarine Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1817 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

21 Dec 2024

22:00

Booked 50 times today

Order delivery or takeout

546 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Tasso & Webster
Area
Palo Alto
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Thu 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Vietnamese, Asian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
public free parking directly behind building at the Cowper/Webster garage.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Tammy Huynh
Additional
Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://www.tamarinerestaurant.com/
Phone number
(650) 325-8500
Catering
We provide flexible catering options, ranging from simple deliveries to fully staffed events. Menus are customizable and accommodate a wide range of allergies and dietary restrictions. More than just food, Tamarine offers bar and wine service, including our full range of house specialty cocktails.
Private party facilities
To experience Tamarine in a private setting, the restaurant is pleased to offer three elegant private dining options that can seat from 10 to 155 guests.

Tamarine Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

What 1,817 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Tamarine Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Tamarine Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is Tamarine Restaurant currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

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