Le Colonial is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

1. Le Colonial

8.9
57 E Oak St, Chicago, IL
Vietnamese Restaurant · Streeterville · 86 tips and reviews

Jared K.Jared Kaplan: Ginger marinated duck with tamarind sauce is amazing- want to take bottles of the sauce home with me!

Stefania S.Stefania Sola: La ensalada con aderezo de tamarindo y el salmón! De postre el macaroon de coco o el Mousse de mango 😍👌

T H.T H: The most delicious place for anyone, including those who are plant-based, vegetarian, vegan. Try the tofu and eggplant in a coconut sauce!

Del Toro is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

2. Del Toro

8.3
2133 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · East Pilsen · 51 tips and reviews

Andy V.Andy V: Top drinks to try: the tamarindo, la casuela, el pepino....

Heather F.Heather Folsom: Small portions are made up for with high quality & big flavor. Absolutely loved the margaritas & guac to start. The steak burrito & the shrimp and fish tacos were fantastic as well.

Serious EatsSerious Eats: The Carne Apache at Del Toro is cheap, plentiful, and studded with bright jalapeños and tomatoes.

Cumin is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

3. Cumin

8.1
1414 N Milwaukee Ave (btwn Wolcott Ave. & Evergreen Ave.), Chicago, IL
Indian Restaurant · Wicker Park · 73 tips and reviews

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: The tamarind and mint chutneys may be reason alone to visit Cumin. But, wait, the menu offers a dozen different breads and Nepalese dishes, all prepared by Chef Min Thapa. - Inspector

Bryn R.Bryn Rich: I echo the love for the tamarind and mint chutneys!

Vikram R.Vikram Rajagopalan: The Chana masala was amazing. Definitely get naan and paratha to go with it

Cafe Jumping Bean is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

4. Cafe Jumping Bean

8.5
1439 W 18th St (at S Bishop St), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Pilsen · 66 tips and reviews

Ryan E.Ryan Edmonson: You can't go wrong with the veggie focaccia and tamarind soda. Spice the sammie up with the Tapatio hot sauce. Good times for your tastebuds.

Denise B.Denise Bryant: A GREAT EATERY! Very Friendly. Lunchtime is very busy. However the Turkey Focaccia & Lemon Cream Cake are simply delicious.

Melissa A.Melissa Ayala: Their chicken sandwich is divine! Ask for it on focaccia bread for even more deliciousness!

El Cid #2 is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

5. El Cid #2

8.2
2645 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL
Burrito Restaurant · Logan Square · 41 tips and reviews

Lena A.Lena Arthur: Tamarindo margharita!!!!!!!!!!! (on the rocks).

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: This Mexican mainstay has an amazing back patio; potent and fruity margaritas; sweet-as-pie servers; and decent dishes for a nice price. http://tmout.us/maA24 Read more.

Christina L.Christina Lopez: Their tortillas chips are fresh and tasty

Cabra is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

6. Cabra

9.1
200 N Green St, Chicago, IL
Peruvian Restaurant · Fulton Market · 12 tips and reviews

Marie L.Marie La Rue: Wonderful, airy rooftop space. Quinoa tuna bowl was excellent. Super efficient service. Lively crowd. Good spot for group dinners or pre going out drinks.

BiancaBianca: Ceviche all the way! I loved the shrimp one and the octopus one. All dishes are fantastic, a nice surprise. The wine selection is great, too. The ambiance is very pleasant as well, highly recommended!

Mariana V.Mariana Villano: The service was really bad, the server didn’t come to our table. We asked for a glass for the beer for 3 different waiters. The food was ok but the ceviche portion was too small.

Las Islas Marias is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

7. Las Islas Marias

8.0
2400 S Pulaski Rd (at W 24th St), Chicago, IL
Seafood Restaurant · Little Village · No tips or reviews
The Elephant Thai Cuisine is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

8. The Elephant Thai Cuisine

8.4
5348 W Devon Ave (btwn N Central Ave & N Minnehaha Ave), Chicago, IL
Thai Restaurant · Edgebrook · 6 tips and reviews

Larisa S.Larisa Seitan: I often get the veggie lunch dish with brown rice. Very nice service!

Arielle I.Arielle India: Haven't been in ages, but still a wonderful Thai restaurant. Cozy and delicious. 9/10.

C H.C H: Best Thai food in the area. Get the spicy Tom Yum soup here

Siam Pasta is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

9. Siam Pasta

8.6
7416 N Western Ave (Fargo), Chicago, IL
Thai Restaurant · West Ridge · 12 tips and reviews

TT: Get the chicken pad see iew & ask for it spicy! The sweet cucumbers are yummy too. Great service. Been a long time customer.

Dawn B.Dawn Bradley: Good food, hold the green beans

Seth S.Seth Schwartz: Best chicken satay. Pad Thai is great, too.

El Barco Mariscos is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

10. El Barco Mariscos

8.0
1035 N Ashland Ave (at Cortez St), Chicago, IL
Seafood Restaurant · Noble Square · 56 tips and reviews

MaegsMaegs: Must haves: Tamarind margarita and the refried beans. My favorite dish is the salmon fajitas.

Alix R.Alix Record: Seafood appetizers, various excellent margaritas, bisteca, everything

Courtney J.Courtney Jackson: The El Barco Style Prawns are so addicting, you'll come back tomorrow for more. Oh, make sure to get a mango margarita to complete this incredible meal.

Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

11. Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery

9.1
1746 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL
Brewery · East Ukrainian Village · 30 tips and reviews

Byron C.Byron Cheng: a really cool space to hang out, great beers!

ben m.ben m: Beers, burger and schnitzel were all delicious. Get them with root chips and grab a beer flight. If you want something light, the fried giardiniera is great. Toro & Night Moth are great beers. 

Scott S.Scott Sachnoff: Cherry Amaro Ale clocks in at 8.2% abv & tastes like a good Manhattan!

Pasteur is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

12. Pasteur

8.6
5525 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL
Asian Restaurant · Edgewater · 24 tips and reviews

Harrison L.Harrison Luckett: The Hanoi cocktail is amazing! The wine list looks great and super affordable. Didn't have diner this visit, but the menu descriptions sound delicious. Definitely returning very soon.

Brian C.Brian C: The food is very good, the service is to be desired...😠

Sarah L.Sarah L: Great back patio!!!!

Hands On is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

13. Hands On

8.2
7117 W Addison St, Chicago, IL
Thai Restaurant · Northwest Side · 13 tips and reviews

Sara S.Sara Spevack: My go-to sushi place. I love their tofu salad

NuGame C.NuGame Chandapradit: Bangkok wings is the best hors-d'oeuve !

Hands On M.Hands On Modern Thai and Sushi: Hands On Now open till midnight on Friday and Sat

Kawayan is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

14. Kawayan

8.0
4859A N Milwaukee Ave (Lawerence), Chicago, IL
Filipino Restaurant · Jefferson Park · 5 tips and reviews

Will C.Will Camacho: Authentic Filipino cuisine, phenomenal dishes crafted with care, quality ingredients. Family friendly, excellent service. I especially recommend the lumpai shanghai, bistek Tagalog, and the pinakbet.

Kar Man P.Kar Man P.: delicious North Philippino food!

Roberto A.Roberto Agnes: Bangsilog and Longanisa and Tocino Combo

Pozoleria San Juan is one of The 15 Best Places for Tamarind in Chicago.

15. Pozoleria San Juan

8.1
1523 N Pulaski Rd (at North Ave), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Humboldt Park · 7 tips and reviews

Mo N.Mo Najera: Get the green pozole... Or Caldo de res... So so so good!

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Try the Posole verde from our 100 Best list: The hearty green hominy stew rules our winters, with its hunks of pork, grassy broth and mess of add-ins alongside.

Lucky PeachLucky Peach: WHAT TO EAT: Pozole verde, aka “the green one”. For full review, click Read more. Read more.