Tamarind & Co.

Tamarind & Co. is a premier Indian fine dining restaurant located at 1275 S River Road in Cranbury, New Jersey, serving the communities of Manalapan, Freehold, and surrounding Middlesex County. This elegant eatery has earned a loyal following for its authentic North Indian cuisine prepared with traditional techniques including slow-cooked gravies, hand-pounded masalas, and a functioning clay tandoor that delivers smoky, perfectly charred specialties. The restaurant operates daily for lunch from 11 AM to 3 PM and dinner service, offering convenient options including takeout with a 10% discount, WhatsApp ordering through Maya, and full catering services for events and gatherings. Signature dishes include the Grand Tandoori Sampler featuring tandoori chicken, sheekh kebab, malai tikka, tandoori salmon, lamb chops, and shrimp for $43.99, alongside creamy Dal Makhni finished with cream, butter, and fresh coriander. The biryani selection presents exceptional value with Vegetable Biryani at $8.99, Chicken Biryani at $9.99, Egg Biryani at $9.99, and Goat Biryani at $12.99, all dum-cooked and sealed in their own steam. Family packs serving 3-4 guests are available, and the restaurant is fully BYOB. With a Google rating of 4 stars from 176 reviews, Tamarind & Co. combines culinary excellence with warm hospitality in an upscale yet approachable atmosphere perfect for romantic dinners, family celebrations, and business meals alike.