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We (the DP and I) had dinner this evening at Sizzling Tandoor. I read (on another CH board, maybe?) that the cooks are the same, even under the new owners, and I believe it. The food was as delicious as ever -- I've never had a bad dish there.
The service, however, was NOT good. The place was busy, although not packed, and the staff couldn't handle it. We were left waiting far too long before having our food order taken (half a bottle of Kingfisher, sipped slowly), with staff seeming to go out of their way to avoid eye contact as we sat there. Then as if to make it up to us, the food was rushed out -- I believe I should have at least as much time between the arrival of the starter and that of the main course as I did between having my drink order and my food order taken, but instead I had to grab for the remaining appetizers to avoid having them cleared away to make room for the arriving mains. All around us were similar difficulties -- people waiting ages for their food and people being presented with the wrong dishes (no, sorry, we didn't order that) seemed the most common. One guy on staff was in such a rush that he a) ran into my DPs chair while dashing behind him, b) knocked all the sweetener packets from one table onto the floor, and c) sprayed a hefty spritz of cleaning liquid on our food while enthusiastically wiping down the table next to us.
So be aware -- the food at Sizzling Tandoor is excellent, but you may find the service frustratingly below your expectations.
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The food at Pamposh was a delight. I have tried several fridays in a row and enjoyed their specials. The chef takes food to the next level with his new creations. I love their harmonious interior and the smells which emanate from the kitchen. The owners are very attentive. My wife and I always have had a nice time there and I would like to support the statement made by others here.
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PastaFace123
Nov 3, 2006 03:41 AM
Just tried Kebab and Curry - so so. The owner wouldn't stop visiting our table, kind of annoying. One of our curry dishes tasted burned.
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re: Melanie Wong
Hi Melanie,
The Indian restaurant post - and I - are both alive! Trader Joe's in Napa has delicious packaged Indian dishes (shipped from India; no artificial ingredients). We tried three the other night. If I can dig the boxes out of the recycling, I'll let you know what they were. One was spinach with cubes of soft cheese. It had a nice afterburn.
We went to Indian Oven on Fillmore several weeks ago with friends and weren't blown away - nor were we disappointed. They gave us a high chair for our duaghter, were very friendly, and the food was fresh and enjoyable. I ordered the Sula chenin. It went over like a lead zeppelin. No body, no varietal character, no acid, no fun... it tasted like the delivery might have been left on the sidewalk for a couple of hours on a warm day. (Nothing against the restaurant, or the winery)
Conversely, last night we had an '05 Pichot Vouvray. Delicious.
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re: TonyP
Melanie Wong
Jan 5, 2007 05:52 AM
That bottle of Sula chenin definitely sounds DOA.
The Indian packs from TJ's are great for camping trips.
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re: TonyP
Melanie Wong
Jul 30, 2006 07:03 PM
Cool, I've had the Sula chenin twice. Didn't like the 2002 much, but it was in some stiff competition.
http://www.chowhound.com/topics/show/26631Nearly a year later, a second showing (perhaps a new vintage) showed better. And, it was better than the Sauvignon blanc.
http://www.chowhound.com/topics/show/...I'll be very interested in hearing how Sula is coming along with two more years of experience.
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Melanie Wong
Jul 30, 2006 06:24 PM
Hi Tony, the one I've heard the most buzz about is Pamposh, http://www.pamposhrestaurant.com/
Here's Alexandra's post on it.
http://www.chowhound.com/topics/show/46514Have also heard good things about Kabab & Curry,
http://kababandcurryhouse.com/I haven't had a chance to try either yet.
Sizzling Tandoor is under new ownership.
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re: Hunicsz
Melanie Wong
Jul 30, 2006 06:34 PM
Hmm, seems I noticed the sign announcing new ownership in the last year. Here's the website that announced new owners.
http://www.sizzlingtandoor.com/But more interestingly, also Indo-chinese, South Indian (dosas, idlis), and Gujarati thali! Plus a Cruvinet at the wine bar.
Looks like I need to keep up with this cuisine locally, as it seems Santa rosa how has more interesting options than San Francisco. Kabab & Curry features Rajasthani, and winemaker dinners. I would love to hear some 'hound reports on the regional specialties at these restaurants.
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