Tambo Lounge
Quick info
About Tambo Lounge
Tambo Lounge is an all-day eclectic restaurant on The Buttermilk in Newark, with a separate full vegan menu alongside the main one. The main menu mixes Asian fusion with dishes for different diets, running from a Full English breakfast to a Sri Lankan curry and a Mediterranean Mezze Grill. Dogs are welcome, and a dog station with water bowls and treats gives them their own provision. Board games and toys for children are also on hand for families. Guests order from the table through a QR code or an app.
Good to know
“Your Lounge is your home away from home, serving tasty food and drinks from morning until night. It’s a place to come together, relax, and enjoy a welcoming atmosphere that changes with the rhythm of the day. Our aim is simple: to make sure every guest leaves happy. The menu has something for everyone, with gluten-free and vegan choices included. You’ll also find board games to enjoy, toys for little ones, and even treats for four-legged friends. Whatever your age or interests, we're here to make you feel at home. We can’t wait to welcome you soon.”
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention full english breakfast, vegan menu, table ordering via app and chickpea curry.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention full english breakfast, vegan menu, table ordering via app and chickpea curry.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast draws the most praise at Tambo Lounge, with reviewers singling out a full English described as the closest to a homemade fry up, alongside a BLT on sourdough and hot, flavourful coffee. Close behind is the wide, varied menu, including a separate full vegan menu, a Buddha bowl, Sri Lankan curry, Mediterranean mezze grill and mixed skewers with some asian fusion. Diners also mention breads and dips, and a chickpea curry described as sweet, creamy and just the right spice. Reviewers describe the staff as polite and attentive, the atmosphere as relaxed and quirky, and ordering by app or QR code from the table as easy. Several note the dog friendly setup, with a station offering water bowls and treats. The main criticism is service: one reviewer found it slow, saying the staff seemed understaffed and stressed, and another called it just ok. The same lunch reviewer found the rice obviously the microwave variety. Many call prices reasonable, and one praises the clean toilets.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast draws the most praise at Tambo Lounge, with reviewers singling out a full English described as the closest to a homemade fry up, alongside a BLT on sourdough and hot, flavourful coffee. Close behind is the wide, varied menu, including a separate full vegan menu, a Buddha bowl, Sri Lankan curry, Mediterranean mezze grill and mixed skewers with some asian fusion. Diners also mention breads and dips, and a chickpea curry described as sweet, creamy and just the right spice. Reviewers describe the staff as polite and attentive, the atmosphere as relaxed and quirky, and ordering by app or QR code from the table as easy. Several note the dog friendly setup, with a station offering water bowls and treats. The main criticism is service: one reviewer found it slow, saying the staff seemed understaffed and stressed, and another called it just ok. The same lunch reviewer found the rice obviously the microwave variety. Many call prices reasonable, and one praises the clean toilets.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Went for a full English breakfast, the place we were going to was shut today so we decided to give Tambo Lounge a try. The food was excellent and we really enjoyed it. Tea was lovely too, I like it when it's a golden brown colour. Would definitely visit again.”
- Google user
“The food was great. The decor was beautiful and the staff were polite. The toilets were clean. The dog station with waterbowls and treats was very helpful.”
- Google user
“Usually go here for working lunches. Food is great with a good choice for all diets. I had the chickpea curry and it was delicious, sweet, creamy, just the right spice. Rice was obviously the microwave variety but it was OK. Service was a bit slow on this occasion, they seemed understaffed and a bit stressed.”
- Google user
“We popped in for the first time after checking out the menu and were very pleased. We have a sister bar in West Bridgford, so knew it was going to be good. Newark was wet n windy but Tambo was busy and looked cozy. Service was great, a simple selection from the app and drinks were quuckly on the way. The food selection is varied and a bit different to standard pub fare, with some asian fusion. I had the mixed skewers and they were really tasty. Breads and dips were good too. I nice warming lunch on a miserable day.”
- Google user
“Had a refreshing Buddha bowl with the best friend here. Quite cozy environment. Didn't break the bank. Easy order at your table via the app if you want to.”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Restaurants near Tambo Lounge
- Kelly's4.61390.6 mi
cobs, cheesecakes, baked potato with chilli
- 5.9 mi awayGood for kidsReservations
goats cheese souffle, pavlova, sunday roast
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tambo LoungeWheelchair accessible | 4.5915 | — | full english breakfast, vegan menu, table ordering via app |
| Kelly's | 4.6139 | 0.6 mi | cobs, cheesecakes, baked potato with chilli |
| Whittakers Bar & RestaurantGood for kids · Reservations | 4.7204 | 5.9 mi away | goats cheese souffle, pavlova, sunday roast |
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