01/18/09

Teeny portions and promise kept - eventually!

by meals

Because I am often in Chicago, I tend to keep lists of spots to visit and Marigold had been at the top of my list for a few months! Our son ordered take out for all of us on the Sunday after Christmas; we ordered a wide variety of items to the tune of $80. Were we surprised when the Tandoori Chicken priced at nearly $19 consisted of a part of one chicken breast thrown on a bed of dry basmati rice! The other items were somewhat disappointing too so my son decided to call Marigold to talk to them. We understand perfectly well that take out does not compare to in house plating but this was ridiculous! He spoke with a person claiming to be one of the owners. Because of our disappointment, he offered to send a $50 giftcard to our son so he could give them one more try either in house or with take out. To date (and it's been 3 weeks) nothing has appeared in the mail, even though the "owner" supposedly took down his name and address. Very very disappointing and just one more reason to never give them another try! As an update our son received the certificates in the mail yesterday (1/17). At least the owner is honorable so now we'll see how the restaurant rates with their in-house service and presentation.

09/13/08

Great atmosphere, very interesting food

by MassageGirl21

Okay, I'll be the first person to admit that I am a picky person, so Indian food isn't something I normally would try, but I have tried it before, in England, London, when I was much pickier as a 13 year old girl and I just loved it. So, when we went over to Marigold I was a little uncertain if I could find anything to eat there, but I had an open mind to the whole thing, plus, the decor and inside of this restaurant is just gorgeous, I love the atmosphere of it. I didn't find any chicken curry, so I was beginning to panick, but I decided to go for the chicken appetizer dish and try other my family's food.

Well, I did come across the dish I really, really liked, though I don't remember the name of it it started with a "M." It was so good, spicy, but not too spicy, and I could taste the many different spices in it and just loved it, it was certainly addictive! The only things cons I have to say about it is that prices are kinda pricey, I wish there was more of it to eat (though, I do need big portions to fill myself up, so that may just be me), and wish there was maybe more of a selection to chose from, though, I'd definitely go back and order what my Dad had, because that was definitely so good!

Our waitor was great, I enjoyed eating there, and overall it was a very good experience, especially for such a picky eater as myself.

• Pros: Great atmosphere, good service
• Cons: A little pricey, and wish there was more of it to eat!

08/05/08

Great Indian

by Fatmill

After reading Greenmill"s review it is evident that this guy is more interested in letting everyone know he has been to India instead of reviewing this restaurant? What the heck is his point? So with that in mind, DONT LISTEN TO THIS GUY! The food was awesome and it is just as good as the London spots I have been. Go for the chutneys and naan, duck leg is great and the Tandori chicken is juicy, and NOT served on a skillet with onions dry as a bone! Wine list was good, great date place too, the place has a cool vibe. So good food in Uptown is hard to find, this place hits the spot!

• Pros: Chutneys, naan, duck leg, Tandori Chicken
• Cons: all good to me!