Very delicious food the chicken Marsala was excellent.
I'm Not Really Here
The gobi manchurian is good; crispy with a ketchupy-curry flavor. The butter chicken is better than anything else in a 50mi radius. The garlic naan is perfect. The service is quick and kind. It's the best Indian food in Castle Rock and likely always will be.
Not a drawback, but they seem to always blast Bali-pop most times. It sets the vibe. Just so ya know
Laurie
I come here every time I visit my son in Castle Rock. It's our favorite and I look forward to their delicious, authentic food. Our very favorite is the all you can eat buffet, but ordering off the menu is fanatic also.
Vish
When Hunger Meets Hype — A Not-So-Indian Dining Experience:
If you have time, read the whole story below:
Some meals leave you speechless. Others leave you wondering why you didn’t just stay home and make Maggi. This was, unfortunately, one of those days.
After scrolling through glowing reviews and convincing ourselves this could be “the” spot for some good ol’ Indian comfort food, we hit the road with growling stomachs and high hopes. Spoiler alert: only the stomach growls lived up to the expectation.
The moment we walked in, the vibe was off. No welcoming smile, no warmth — just a mechanical nod from the host, who later revealed herself to be the owner. The space itself felt…stale. Not the vibe you expect from an Indian restaurant that claims to know its roots. It was poorly ventilated, the air stagnant enough to remind you of waiting rooms, not eateries.
We sat down, browsed a very limited fixed menu, and placed our order — Gobi Manchurian, Malai Kofta, Veg Biryani, Garlic Naan, and to beat the heat, a Kingfisher beer. We were clear about one thing: make it spicy. All of it. Except the beer, obviously.
Let’s start with the Gobi Manchurian — no garnish, no side chutney, and no sign of freshness. Lukewarm, soggy, and tasted like it had time-traveled through a microwave. Spicy? Not even a hint. Honestly, even ketchup would’ve been an upgrade.
Then came the beer, or what was left of it. It lost its fizz the second it hit the glass. It was like drinking regret — flat and soulless.
Next up, the sacred Veg Biryani, which turned out to be a crime scene. Who puts broccoli in biryani? It was bland, under-salted, and nowhere near the spicy kick we were promised. For anyone who grew up on biryani that sings with flavor and aroma — this was culinary betrayal at its peak.
The Malai Kofta arrived swimming in raisins. I mean, sure, raisins have their place — but not as the main character in a rich curry. The only saving grace? The Garlic Naan. Soft, warm, and well-made. The only thing that didn’t leave us questioning our life choices.
But here’s where it gets interesting.
We finally asked the owner about the missing flavor, the missing heat, and the general disconnect. Her answer? “This is an Americanized Indian restaurant. Our food is made for white people.” She said it without hesitation, as if that explained everything. Broccoli in biryani? That was for “American preferences.” Mild spice? Again for local Americans.
When I told her they should’ve at least informed us of that when we walked in — her response was a smile. That’s it.
Now don’t get me wrong — I understand restaurants cater to different demographics. But if your food is tailored specifically to a non-Indian palate, then it’s your responsibility to say that upfront. Especially when actual Indians walk in expecting a taste of home and leave with disappointment as a side dish.
So here’s the bottom line: If you’re really craving authentic Indian food — the kind that hits your soul and not just your stomach — this place isn’t it. But if you’re looking for something Indian in name only, with extra broccoli and a side of under-seasoned confusion, then sure — give it a go.
Just maybe, don’t show up starving.
Amanda Schorsch
The best Indian food I’ve had. Their buffet on the weekends is the best. There’s always a large variety and new options to try each week. A staple whenever I’m in the area.
Slvgoot
Really delicious, so glad we found it. The samosas were the best, the mango chutney and korma were also amazing. Highly recommend
B Marbury
Regular customer. Been going here for years. Excellent food. Nice servers. Not inexpensive but reasonably priced for the quality.
Absolutely delicious food. Don’t miss out on the saffron rice, amazing samosas and be sure to add a couple choices from the extensive naan offering. Love the food here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brad Henderson
Our family had such a delicious meal at Tamarind! Our waitress was so kind to our young daughter and the food was fantastic! The manager stopped by every table once the food was delivered to make sure everything came out well. We can’t wait to come back for dinner or order take out, they had a LOT of take out orders being picked up that were well packaged for transportation and looked yummy. Thank you for the tasty meal and fun experience team Tamarind!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Plain and Garlic Naan, Chicken Korma Rice, Vindaloo
Grant
Great food and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tandoori Chicken, Cheese Naan, Chicken Tikka Masala
Very delicious food the chicken Marsala was excellent.
The gobi manchurian is good; crispy with a ketchupy-curry flavor. The butter chicken is better than anything else in a 50mi radius. The garlic naan is perfect. The service is quick and kind. It's the best Indian food in Castle Rock and likely always will be.
Not a drawback, but they seem to always blast Bali-pop most times. It sets the vibe. Just so ya know
I come here every time I visit my son in Castle Rock. It's our favorite and I look forward to their delicious, authentic food. Our very favorite is the all you can eat buffet, but ordering off the menu is fanatic also.
When Hunger Meets Hype — A Not-So-Indian Dining Experience:
If you have time, read the whole story below:
Some meals leave you speechless. Others leave you wondering why you didn’t just stay home and make Maggi. This was, unfortunately, one of those days.
After scrolling through glowing reviews and convincing ourselves this could be “the” spot for some good ol’ Indian comfort food, we hit the road with growling stomachs and high hopes. Spoiler alert: only the stomach growls lived up to the expectation.
The moment we walked in, the vibe was off. No welcoming smile, no warmth — just a mechanical nod from the host, who later revealed herself to be the owner. The space itself felt…stale. Not the vibe you expect from an Indian restaurant that claims to know its roots. It was poorly ventilated, the air stagnant enough to remind you of waiting rooms, not eateries.
We sat down, browsed a very limited fixed menu, and placed our order — Gobi Manchurian, Malai Kofta, Veg Biryani, Garlic Naan, and to beat the heat, a Kingfisher beer. We were clear about one thing: make it spicy. All of it. Except the beer, obviously.
Let’s start with the Gobi Manchurian — no garnish, no side chutney, and no sign of freshness. Lukewarm, soggy, and tasted like it had time-traveled through a microwave. Spicy? Not even a hint. Honestly, even ketchup would’ve been an upgrade.
Then came the beer, or what was left of it. It lost its fizz the second it hit the glass. It was like drinking regret — flat and soulless.
Next up, the sacred Veg Biryani, which turned out to be a crime scene. Who puts broccoli in biryani? It was bland, under-salted, and nowhere near the spicy kick we were promised. For anyone who grew up on biryani that sings with flavor and aroma — this was culinary betrayal at its peak.
The Malai Kofta arrived swimming in raisins. I mean, sure, raisins have their place — but not as the main character in a rich curry. The only saving grace? The Garlic Naan. Soft, warm, and well-made. The only thing that didn’t leave us questioning our life choices.
But here’s where it gets interesting.
We finally asked the owner about the missing flavor, the missing heat, and the general disconnect. Her answer? “This is an Americanized Indian restaurant. Our food is made for white people.” She said it without hesitation, as if that explained everything. Broccoli in biryani? That was for “American preferences.” Mild spice? Again for local Americans.
When I told her they should’ve at least informed us of that when we walked in — her response was a smile. That’s it.
Now don’t get me wrong — I understand restaurants cater to different demographics. But if your food is tailored specifically to a non-Indian palate, then it’s your responsibility to say that upfront. Especially when actual Indians walk in expecting a taste of home and leave with disappointment as a side dish.
So here’s the bottom line:
If you’re really craving authentic Indian food — the kind that hits your soul and not just your stomach — this place isn’t it.
But if you’re looking for something Indian in name only, with extra broccoli and a side of under-seasoned confusion, then sure — give it a go.
Just maybe, don’t show up starving.
The best Indian food I’ve had. Their buffet on the weekends is the best. There’s always a large variety and new options to try each week. A staple whenever I’m in the area.
Really delicious, so glad we found it. The samosas were the best, the mango chutney and korma were also amazing. Highly recommend
Regular customer. Been going here for years. Excellent food. Nice servers. Not inexpensive but reasonably priced for the quality.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetable Curry, Tandoori Chicken, Plain and Garlic Naan, Curry, Chicken Tikka, Spicy Chicken Biryani, Chicken Curry, Samosas, Chicken Tikka Masala, Vindaloo, Gulab Jamun
Been ordering for years and is the best Indian food in town. Always consistent!
Food: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Tikka
Best Indian food in Colorado, delicious every time. Favorite for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So glad we came here. Food was delicious. Heat was just right. Will definitely come back for the lunch buffet.
Servers were nice
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Wonderful Indian food. My favorite restaurant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Tikka, Chicken Curry, Samosas, Chicken Tikka Masala, Vindaloo
Horrible taste. Horrible service.
Absolutely delicious food. Don’t miss out on the saffron rice, amazing samosas and be sure to add a couple choices from the extensive naan offering. Love the food here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our family had such a delicious meal at Tamarind! Our waitress was so kind to our young daughter and the food was fantastic! The manager stopped by every table once the food was delivered to make sure everything came out well. We can’t wait to come back for dinner or order take out, they had a LOT of take out orders being picked up that were well packaged for transportation and looked yummy. Thank you for the tasty meal and fun experience team Tamarind!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Plain and Garlic Naan, Chicken Korma Rice, Vindaloo
Great food and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tandoori Chicken, Cheese Naan, Chicken Tikka Masala
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