Tango Restaurant and Lounge
Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: (206) 583-0382
- Price:
- $$$
- Cross Street:
- Boren Avenue
- Best of Citysearch:
- Dessert 2006, Small Plates 2004
- Hours:
- Daily 5pm-2am
Editorial Review for Tango Restaurant and Lounge – by Citysearch Editors
The Scene
Dim lights and pale linens provide a properly unobtrusive setting for two works of art: the plates of food and the diners. Those lingering over meals put on their most stylish outfit for a night on the town. Servers are fairly artistic themselves, offering sophistication rather than enthusiasm.
The Food
Small plates are artfully arranged and accessorized. Seafood tapas are a good way to start--fiery prawns in adobo over watercress are a winning counterpoint to cool tuna carpaccio with citrus salad. Grilled asparagus with top-shelf Spanish anchovies are savory. But the carnivorous concoctions are the best: Pork tenderloin is deliciously partnered with fresh plums and jicama. Rich spice-rubbed duck confit on black lentil-mango salad, spiked with mint-lime vinaigrette, is simply delicious.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkSpanish, Portuguese and Chilean wines comprise the list, but the top-shelf tequilas are the true draw.
On the MenuFor a sinfully indulgent dessert, try the Diablo, a chocolate cake laced with chili powder.
User Reviews for Tango Restaurant and Lounge
01/10/2008 Posted by expressfun
My second time here, and even better than the first visit. The staff is very friendly, and helpful. It was one of the best experiences I have had in a very long time. I dine out often, and everything was wonderful.
Pros: Small plates
Cons: Parking
10/22/2007 Posted by consultlindy
If you haven't been to Tango or haven't been recently I would highly recommend you go. (or go again) The staff was excellent from the host to the wait staff. Attentive, pleasant and always right there when we needed something. I actually tried to get reservations but they were booked on the Friday night I wanted. (Theater crowd from the Paramount) But, I showed up anyway and the Matradee found a way to squeeze us in. While the food was good, it was a little pricey. But, it was very good and I would certainly go back if the opportunity arises. Wine selection was very nice including some very good Spanish selections. One note, while it does say "tapas" it isn't a true Spanish tapas restaurant. But then I think most Americans would complain if it were. The menu offers both tapas as well as normal entrees.
Pros: Service, ambience
Cons: Parking
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