Tulum Restaurant — Restaurant in Chandigarh

Utterly Disastrous Experience at Tulum Chandigarh

If I could give zero stars, I absolutely would. My recent visit to Tulum Chandigarh was nothing short of a complete and utter disappointment, leaving me with a bitter taste (literally and figuratively).

The ambiance was not "dark and minimalistic" – it was simply pitch black. I appreciate a dimly lit setting, but this was bordering on dangerous. I literally had to resort to using my phone flashlight just to decipher the menu. It felt less like a dining experience and more like navigating a poorly lit cave.

The service was equally appalling. "Poor" doesn't even begin to cover it. The staff were rude and inattentive. Our waiter practically took our order on the fly, not even allowing us a moment to reconsider. The menu was snatched away the second I uttered my choices. It felt rushed, dismissive, and incredibly unprofessional.

Then came the food, and this is where the real agony began. I ordered the Caper Fish Fillet, Pine Rose Berries, and Iconic Summer. Each item was a monumental letdown:

•⁠ ⁠The drinks were overwhelmingly sour and bore no resemblance to what I had anticipated. They were simply unpleasant and undrinkable. •⁠ ⁠The Caper Fish Fillet was an absolute joke. Bland doesn't even begin to describe it. The only flavour came from a haphazard smear of what tasted like raw, unroasted chilli on top. The accompanying "potato wedges" were clearly frozen, store-bought – the kind you can easily bake at home. For the exorbitant price of ₹895, the portion size was laughably small – a pathetic 2x2 inch square that looked like it was meant for a toddler. • Based on the sheer awfulness of the initial dishes, I immediately cancelled my pizza order. I wasn't willing to subject myself to any more culinary torture. The quantity of food for the price was insulting. Paying almost ₹900 for a minuscule, tasteless piece of fish and some frozen wedges is daylight robbery.

Adding to this already disastrous experience, the sitting conditions were absolutely atrocious. The chairs were literally falling apart, and despite this blatant issue, no one on the staff seemed to care or tend to it. I spent the entire duration of my miserable meal having to constantly adjust my seat every single minute, practically getting up and down just to maintain some semblance of stability. (Image attached clearly shows the state of the chair.)

I wholeheartedly DO NOT recommend Tulum Chandigarh based on my experience. While it might potentially offer a certain "vibe" for large groups looking to drink in the dark, anyone seeking a decent meal with acceptable service should steer clear. There are undoubtedly far superior options in Chandigarh that offer better food, service, and a more welcoming atmosphere. Save your money and your taste buds –...

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