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

10/21/2007 Posted by margueritaville

We went with a group of eight to share an evening of tapas and then go to a play. Our first time there was only in the bar with fabulous appetizers, so we were looking forward to dinner! Even though we couldn't have any shellfish (one friend has an allergy), the food - and the experience - was amazing! We started the evening with the cheese plate and wine to read the menu and finally decided that we would only pick two items and ask our waiter to fill out the rest of our meal with the best choices. I have to say that normally I would never order bacon wrapped dates, but they were absolutely outstanding! Other favorites of the night were the green beans, the blue cheese souffles with blueberries and the dessert he chose was a chocolate mousse with a fabulous spicy sauce underneath. I have to say that the group favorites were those that our watier selected. His wine suggestions were also wonderful and paired nicely with the dishes, and not terribly overpriced. All in all, it was a wonderful evening and we will definitely be going back again soon!

Pros: Great staff, parking across the street, great food, good wine selection

Cons: can't really think of anything

10/13/2007 Posted by mittenkitten

I've been going to Tango for many, many years and feel compelled to write a review after too many terrific experiences to count. (The restaurant recently underwent a change in owners and, sadly, some of the staff left, but otherwise the place is unchanged.) You'll get wonderful service (I almost always sit in the bar versus the restaurant) and the food is some of the best meals I've had in town. Try the bistec, a cheese plate, the potato croquettes, and, of course, the El Diablo—not to be missed! The Queso Azul is consistently one of the best dishes I've ever had—ever, in my life!—and the ceviches can be very good. If that doesn't sell you, Monday nights offer wine bottles at 1/2 price.

Pros: an amazing chef, great food, wonderful service, great wine list, El Diablo

Cons: dinner can get a little pricey

09/09/2007 Posted by jacksaid

Compared to our regular tapas fare from Chicago where we used to live (Cafe Iberico, Emilio's, Twist, Barcelona) this restaurant was fancy but not flavorful. The combinations are ambitious but fall flat. I can see people who have not eaten tapas before being impressed with the cuisine. If you are experienced with tapas, you will find it is much fanfare but not done particularly well. Where tapas should be a striking contrast of flavors and ingredients, somehow it ended up being just a mishmash. The setting and prices are quite upscale, which is difficult to reconcile with the unremarkable food. No plans to return.

Pros: Upscale setting

Cons: Unremarkable

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08/02/2007 Posted by aleksandr111

I was treated to this restaurant as it’s really not in my budget to spend $100 per person for dinner. However, I have to say it’s not all that. Just because something is expensive doesn’t mean its good, or even that well prepared. The food is all right, the olives and cheeses they offer are very nice. But seriously, its way over priced for what it is. I’ve had much better tapas before at far cheaper places (Café Iberico in Chicago comes to mind). The sangria is very refreshing and perhaps the happy hour they offer is a decent value, but overall, not that impressed. For a special occasion I’d recommend the nearby Machiavelli for couples or Mamounia (Moroccan) for small groups. Both offer a great dinning experience, very good food and a much better value for your buck.

Pros: The food is good

Cons: Take out a loan to afford it.

12/29/2006 Posted by lsrieck

I LIVE IN NEW YORK BUT I'M FROM SEATTLE. I HAVE BEEN TO SEVERAL OF THE BOULEYS, BOLOUDS, VON GERICHTEN ESTABLISHMENTS, BOBBY FLAY, MARIO BATALIA RESTAURANTS, ETC. I CAN ONLY TREAT MYSELF ONCE OR TWICE A YEAR IF LUCKY. MY WIFE AND I ARE CONSIDERED "FOODIES" BY FRIENDS. WHEN I SAY THAT THIS MEAL WAS ONE OF THE BEST I'VE HAD IN THE LAST FIVE YEARS, YOU KNOW MY REFERENCE. EVERY MORSEL FROM THE FIRST TO THE LAST WAS A TREAT. THE SERVICE WAS VERY NICE AND OUR SERVER "SENNEN" KNEW HIS WINES AS WELL AS WHAT TREATS TO RECOMMEND. I OFTEN WONDER WHEN READING REVIEWS IF THE REVIEWERS AREN'T IN FACT A BIT NAIVE. COME ON, UPSCALE RESTAURANTS ARE OFTEN EXPENSIVE (TANGO SERVES TAPAS SO YOU CAN SPEND AS MUCH OR AS LITTLE AS YOU WANT) HARD TO GET IN TO (HOW ABOUT TRYING A RESERVATION!!!!!). MY CRITICISM IS ABOUT THE OTHER REVIEWERS AND SEATTLE RESTAURANT GOERS HERE. MAYBE THERE HASN'T BEEN ANY CURRENT REVIEWS SINCE THIS RESTAURANT CHANGED HANDS. OUR EXPERIENCE WAS FANTASTIC. STARTING WITH THE DATES WRAPPED WITH BACON, A FAVORITE TAPAS OF MINE, WHICH WERE SO YUMMY, TO THE SPICY GREEN BEANS, SHRIMP, CROQUETS (POTATO DUMPLINGS WITH HAM AND CHEESE), FOLLOWED BY QUESO FUNDIDO, AND MIXED SEAFOOD, THEN FINISHED WITH WONDERFUL CHEESES (AMAZING BLUE, COWS MILK AND THE MILDEST GOAT I'VE HAD) AND THE BEEF TENDERLOIN. OH DID I MENTION THE DUCK CONFIT SALAD??? OUTSTANDING. THE CHOCOLATE CAKE MAY BE THE BEST DESSERT I HAVE HAD. PERIOD. IF YOU HAVEN'T BEEN IN THIS RESTAURANT IN A WHILE, PLEASE TRY IT AGAIN. THERE IS MORE TO LIFE THAN SALMON AND DICK'S BURGERS IN SEATTLE. (I DO LOVE BOTH OF THESE).

Pros: AMBIENCE, SERVICE, AMAZING QUALITY, VALUE!!!

Cons: I WAS TOO FULL TO KEEP EATING!!

12/09/2006 Posted by nativeheart

My favorite bartender's in Seattle (Maddy now a waiter :( and Patrick! Very tasty food. Not to mention 1/2 wine! I really like the new owner too. I'll be back!

Pros: Fun time and great food

Cons: parking

10/31/2006 Posted by sideponytail

The bartenders have consistently been friendly and informative. The tapas is heavily meat and cheese laden, just as I like it. Lots of tasty port. A good location.

Pros: open, articulate service

Cons: a bit pricy

09/06/2006 Posted by vuduzombie

I've been to Tango many times and always have enjoyed it. I do think some of the staff has a little 'tude about how great the place is...and that spending $200 isn't worth the time or effort to split checks. Yep, the only place I've been to in town where a server looked at a group of 8 and said, "I can only do 3 cards and cash". His lack of creativity with a seemingly antiquated POS system cost him a good tip...poor guy. Hope he's more customer-oriented next time. Food is always awesome and the service is usually top notch.

Pros: food - the paellas are to die for!, most of the tapas, cocktails

Cons: They don't like to split checks, so ask to have you're own table number (or barstool) assigned to you. Tell them to be creative and work it out!