Tango Turtle- Caribbean Inspired Restaurant — Restaurant in Aberdeen City

Difficult to know where to start with this review tbh, not sure if we walked in on the end of the restaurant or just a terrible night. Restaurant was empty at 745pm bar a table of 2, zero atmosphere. Young man front of house was pleasant but didn't appear to know the menu, didn't bring wine glasses and didn't even bring plates when the sharing food came out. Having to go and ask for plates in a restaurant was a first. Honestly don't know if he'd ever worked in a restaurant before but he desperately needs trained. Staying off his phone and attending to the diners would be a good start. We felt like we'd intruded on the staff's night off. Ordered the sharing platter at £45....a plate of meat with a dollop of coleslaw and a tiny bowl of chips. The meat was seasoned well and tasty but I expected a lot more from a sharing platter. The curry bowl was very good. Not given the chance to order dessert. When I asked the FoH why the evening was so shambolic he told me the owners had covid and they were doing their best. Hopefully this is a one off as I've enjoyed it before, but I found myself having to apologise to our guests for...

What can I say, from the wonderful atmosphere and the gentle beats easing us into a fantastic dining experience. Food was cooked to perfection with a range of spices and flavours tailored to each meat and fish expertly. If you're a fan of Carribbean food then this place should fast become a consistent choice for a night in or out as they do offer food on just eat. The meat platter was a delightfully large and well prepared meal, two companions at our table shared it and now leave as deep and compassionate friends. Great place. Great food. Great vibes. Would come again for sure (when I'm next in Aberdeen). The star of the show was the callaloo which was a smash hit with two at our table, I partook in the beachboy salad which left me more than satiated and with a range of spices and sweetness, it was outstanding. Overall our table was given sizable portions so be sure you're ready for the meal ahead 😊

Additional note: my friend really wanted the lamb with her starter and they graciously allowed her to change the meat type with the base meal to lamb....

Right let's be positive here.... first The food was great taco nachos and jerk wings for starters all were good, taco very good... The mains, West Indian beef and lamb pot..... They were both great but the lamb was truly exceptional, and I don't say that lightly. Didn't have dessert as we didn't want the taste to go lol. As for service, we have to be honest, could have been better, slow to order even drinks but polite enough, there was only one other person who came in as we were leaving so atmosphere was a bit of a let down but it was Tuesday? No license which is a little odd nowadays but you can take your own in for corkage. We will def go again as we would have sat in the corridor to eat the food, it is different, exceptional, and just needs everything else to keep up with it. The place needs more support and any foodie will not be disappointed. Lamb pot for ever... But goat mmmm now...