Tulsi Indian Restaurant — Restaurant in Amsterdam

tl;dr: if you get the 3 course special, be prepared to eat A LOT.

I have to admit we came to Tulsi because we couldn't get a table at another restaurant we wanted to eat at. It ended up being a good idea.

The place was relatively full and we were asked if we had a reservation (didn't) so might be a good idea to indeed make one if you're planning in advance to eat there.

There are a lot of items in the menu. It's quite hard to pick something in places that have extensive menus, so out of convenience I went with their 3 course special (one appetizer, one main dish and desert) for 32,50.

Holy smacks on a hammock, did food come. At first, just three little samosas (crunchy, with a nice faint hint of spice). But then the main dishes came (two chicken jalfreezi) and it was immediately clear we wouldn't be able to handle it. It's just too much food. Wasteful, even, because I find it hard to believe two normal adults with regular appetites should be able to handle amounts of food that would be more adequate for a viking longhouse after-battle feast.

Other than this, no complaints, really. Food was tasty. A fly decided to take a swim in my beer, but I don't blame the restaurant for this. There was also some confusion on their part when splitting the bill (please make this default all over the world, masters of the universe, or at least ask) but we managed to pay separately in the end.

I would've frankly left happier if only there wasn't so much food, but I would still...

Reply to the owner’s comment: Just because a customer gives your restaurant a bad review, it does not automatically make it fake. And if you take it down it just shows the level of your integrity. If a customer had a poor experience take it as constructive criticism and try to give future customers a better product. Also people have a right to know about previous experiences so that they can make an informed decision. I have a credit card charge to prove I ordered from your restaurant and I’m sure you probably also have a copy of my order for that specific date.

Original review: Terrible flavor and both dishes were lacking salt. Also if you know Indian food no one puts coriander leaves in a butter masala type curry but they did and it ruined the entire dish. Also let’s not forget the amount of oil that was floating on the top and leaked everywhere in the bag. I literally scooped out at least 7-8 tablespoons of oil before I could get to the curry. I wish I hadn’t done a take out order because I would’ve sent everything back. The rice was dry and they need instructions on how to make a real laccha parantha because what I received was not even close. Also the seating area in the front of the bar was very dirty. Food stains on the seats, tables not clean- definitely not a standard of cleanliness amidst this corona pandemic. Will definitely not be coming back or recommending this...

A Disappointing Dining Experience - Poor Service and Taste

I recently dined at Tulsi Restaurant, and I regret to say that my experience was far from enjoyable. My grievances with both the food service and taste compel me to share this review as a word of caution to potential diners.

From the moment I entered the restaurant, it was evident that the service left much to be desired. The waitstaff appeared disinterested and inattentive, which set a disappointing tone for the meal.

Unfortunately, the issues did not stop there. When the food finally arrived, it was a letdown in both taste and presentation. The flavors were lackluster and failed to meet even modest expectations. Additionally, the dishes lacked the finesse and attention to detail one would hope for in a dining establishment.

Based on my experience, I strongly recommend against visiting this Restaurant. The combination of subpar food service and disappointing taste make this restaurant an unsuitable choice for a pleasant dining experience.

In conclusion, there are countless dining options available that offer better service and tastier fare. I hope this review serves as a valuable warning to potential patrons, urging them to explore other dining establishments that will provide a more enjoyable and...