Tamarind Terrace is something of a boutique restaurant in Karama specialising in Keralite cuisine. Located on the ground floor of the Wasl Opal building on Street 26, its interior is beautifully designed with hues of blue combining with motifs and elements of Kerala’s colonial Portuguese past to create an ambiance unlike any Keralite restaurant I have been to in Karama. Thought has gone into everything, from décor to cutlery to menu. Everything except the exterior which looks like an afterthought.
A view from the street 
Great attention to detail 
Beautiful interior 
Disappointing exterior (what’s up with those drums?)
The food is superb and very authentic. Highlights for me were the Chemmen Manga (Prawn Mango) Curry, Crab Roast, Chicken Paal Curry and the earthy (banana leaf wrapped) Mutton Pothi Biriyani. The appams were fluffy and light and for once made the chapatis I also ordered go to waste. Be prepared to eat with your hands (everything will taste better) especially the crab roast. Order the Pacha Moru to drink. It’s the most delicious yoghurt drink in the world.
Crab Roast 
Chemmen Manga (Prawn Mango) Curry 
Chicken Paal Curry 
Appam 
Mutton Pothi Biriyani 
Pacha Moru
Service is excellent – friendly, fast and hugely accommodating. I am a huge fan of this restaurant and definitely think it’s worth a try.
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Try the Prawns Peralan if you do go again, we wiped the bowl clean with that one.