I was looking for a "new" place to meet my parents for a dinner while visiting Pittsburgh and Tamarind in North Oakland fit the bill. It turned out to be an excellent choice for our evening.
The location in a very old restored house with sweeping ceilings set a very relaxed tone to the meal. Most of the tables were enjoying conversations with dinner and not in any way rushed. Parking on the street was a breeze.
Our table of 5 ordered 5 entrees, samosas and naan. The palak paneer was the favorite of the table and the double order of garlic naan didn't last through the meal. The mutter paneer was especially flavorful. Nothing was as spicy as I was prepared to encounter which didn't bother me, but was a plus for the rest of the group. The service was prompt and accommodating when we decided to share all the entrees around the table.
Let me finish by recommending Tamarind for a good Indian meal in Pittsburgh with good company.