We had a wonderful meal at Tara kitchen! The lamb was so tender it literally broke apart with a fork. The sauce was so flavorful and delicious. And not only was the food delicious, the atmosphere was just so cozy and comfortable. The host, Montesim, was very kind and explained everything to us. And we loved the music. I think it might have been Nora Jones.
Vegan Restaurant
Tara Kitchen
· $$$$ · cityOfSchenectady · Strict-vegan verified
Fully vegan
Editor synopsis · 0 reviews
Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.
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We had a wonderful meal at Tara kitchen! The lamb was so tender it literally broke apart with a fork. The sauce was so flavorful and delicious. And not only was the food delicious, the atmosphere was just so cozy and comfortable. The host, Montesim, was very kind and explained everything to us. And we loved the music. I think it might have been Nora Jones.
Absolutely phenomenal meal. From the moment we walked in, we could see (and smell!) the sizzling pans on the stovetop right by the bar — instantly intrigued and excited to learn more about the ingredients. We ordered the grilled fish, a vegetarian dish with chickpeas, eggplant and prunes, and a lamb entrée — every single dish was delicious and thoughtfully prepared. The flavors were rich, layered, and beautifully authentic. The chef (possibly the owner) was cooking right there in front, which made the experience feel even more special and personal. It’s a small but mighty team — bartender, waiter, and chef — and you can feel the care in every detail.
Absolutely phenomenal meal. From the moment we walked in, we could see (and smell!) the sizzling pans on the stovetop right by the bar — instantly intrigued and excited to learn more about the ingredients. We ordered the grilled fish, a vegetarian dish with chickpeas, eggplant and prunes, and a lamb entrée — every single dish was delicious and thoughtfully prepared. The flavors were rich, layered, and beautifully authentic. The chef (possibly the owner) was cooking right there in front, which made the experience feel even more special and personal. It’s a small but mighty team — bartender, waiter, and chef — and you can feel the care in every detail.
The food was good. The dessert was the best. I used to know the owners and loved it when they worked there. Different atmosphere and lots of dishes added to the menu now. I was passing by Schenectady and thought I'd stop in. Will come back again.