Tango Bistro
(610) 526-9500
39 Morris Ave
Bryn Mawr,
PA
19010
40.0214
-75.3158
Neighborhood: Bryn Mawr
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The Scene
The owners have made an exquisitely appointed restaurant out of this former train station. The front bar sits opposite a dining room made cozy with a fireplace and inlaid stone tables. A back dining area consists of a series of silk-tassled private booths overlooking the train tracks.
The Food
Tango has shifted away from its original Latin American concept to a rather unfocused haute-American menu, and the service seems equally clumsy-footed. Simplicity would go a long way here, as shrimp stuffed with horseradish and wrapped in bacon are rubbery, as is the duck confit served over arugula. Entrees such as pan-seared scallops served in a creamy Dijon sauce and veal roulade with smoked mozzarella are more in step, but accompanying vegetables are shamefully overcooked. The most graceful gesture here is dessert, with a warm chocolate soufflé making a final, sweet curtsy.
User Reviews
ROBERTWDRUCKER
February 28, 2009
Reservations were honored immediately when we arrived at 6:30pm . The dining and bar areas were packed. Waiter was at table to take drink orders. He was extremely efficient throughout the whole meal with additional servers for the entrees. Fish, pork, salads, etc. were beautifully presented and enjoyed by 6 at a round table. Located In the original Bryn Mawr freight and passenger train station. Free, ample parking. Both exterior and interior have theme of the Tango. Rated it with 5-stars.
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Anonymous
August 18, 2008
For the longest time I avoided dining at Tango. That was a mistake. We've been there quite a few times in the recent past and each time we've been totally pleased. The service in particular is outstanding. It's efficient, friendly, yet not obsequious. The menu is extensive and there's something for everyone, from strictly American fare, to Asian-influenced, to eclectic choices.
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acc198
July 29, 2008
This place really needs to get serious about its food. I have eaten there twice in the last 6 years and the menu and presentation were unchanged. Just as the first time, I found it uncomposed, unfocused and down right boring. We sat at the bar and had a knowledgeable bartender. I got excited when he said they had chilean sea bass that night, but they ended up doing it Piccata. Booooooring. My friend got a half pound of salmon and it was dry with no effort in the prentation or flavor combinations. My recommendation is not to go there unless they clean house in the kitchen and get someone in there with some talent. And at those prices I think they owe that to their customers. especially if they want to gain a younger clientel once the relics that eat there start dying off.
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American Express, Visa, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Historic Setting, Group Dining, Fireplace, Bar Scene, Notable Wine List
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Permitted at bar
