Tambo Lounge in Newark and Sherwood

We turned up at Tambo Lounge on a Thursday evening hoping for dinner. Being seated at a table was fine and from there it went downhill. We waited around 20 minutes and not even a drinks order taken from us. I gave up waiting and went to the bar to order some drinks only to be completely ignored by the two members of staff behind the bar. Plenty of eye contact from one person and even a smile, yet not even a 'we will be with you in a minute'. It wasn't particularly busy and there were plenty of staff so we came to the conclusion the service was just poor and left. We won't be back. It is a shame because we have been to this chain in other towns and had a good experience.

My family and I visited here whilst on a one night trip to Newark, my eldest had seen the venue on TikTok and wanted to try it. Decor The restaurant is lovely, lovely decor and has a really relaxed feel to it, lots of seating and different types of seating so you can have a quick coffee or like us a full on family meal. Staff Staff were very friendly and quick with service. Food Well the food was by far the best part of this venue, it was lovely. By far the best food we have had in a while whilst eating out. Everything was cooked to perfection. I would recommend the Lounge Cheeseburger as it was lovely and the steak burgers were cooked just right. Overall, we loved this place and are now planning a trip to Newark from Essex purely to revisit here.

We’ve used the chain in different a parts of the uk, and like it for its quirky interiors, good food and cocktails. The Newark venue was, for me, my least favourite yet. Cramped interior, poor people sitting right next to the door whilst people are waiting to be seated, likewise those right by the toilets. We had pre-booed our table and food in advance due to size of group (10) late Saturday afternoon. We had orderd jugs of cocktails. They were ok, as always, mostly ice. The food took an absolute age to arrive. It didn’t seem the freshest and had probably been waiting u set a hot plate for a while. The temperature of most of the dishes was cold and all of the chips for half of the table had to be sent back and replaced. The bill came and an additional jug had been added. So, a bit of a shambles all round really. Shame as this chain is normally spot on!

Food needs to improve we come to tambo quite at lot.breakfast been poor for last few visits . Not hot coldish beans sausage pink don't looked cooked to us to much food waste .just needs a bit of t l c

Amazing service and food. Sally was amazing with my little girl and very helpful. We love coming food is great and staff are very attentive. 1 complaint is no kids menu .. ended up paying 2.10 for 1 sausage for my 1 year old and 1.50 for 1 slice of toast . Never had issues before but normally go without my child. Food is amazing will definitely return.

Lovely restaurant with an exciting and varied menu, definitely something for everyone! The service was fast and friendly, we didn't feel rushed at all. The whole place had a lovely atmosphere, very welcoming. The food itself was exceptional! I had the Chicken Kyiv Burger and it was delicious, moist and super tasty. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. We will definitely come back next time we're in the area.

Quick and easy lunch. Nice and cosy atmosphere as with all Lounges, food was tasty, staff friendly and attentive. Pineapple punch was spot on. A good halfway spot for our journey back to the West Midlands.

We love the tambo lounge The staff are great and the food is brill and not a rip off like most places now days Atmosphere is great And just would like to say about the previous comment about having sharper pencils Instead of being negative why not say Thankyou for having things to entertain the children Paul debs and Jack.

Visited yesterday. Had two lattes, toasted tea, cake, and bacon and egg sandwich. Ordered on the app, very easy as always. drinks came quickly, my husband’s toasted tea cake came with marmalade instead of jam as the waitress said they had run out of jam. Not the end of the world and he enjoyed it anyway. My bacon and egg sandwich was lovely, hot and tasty. This lounge is a very big place, was relatively quiet when we visited but had a pleasant atmosphere. Would definitely visit again.

Was in Newark looking at property so had a look around town and found the Tambo Lounge for breakfast. It had a nice vibe, was very busy at 10.30am. I was soon found a table. Nice atmosphere, very friendly staff. Extensive breakfast menu and also for main meals. Have to order at the bar or via QR reader, not table service. Was impressed that when I ordered at the bar I was asked if I had any food allergies. Ordered a traditional breakfast. Despite how busy it was my tea arrived quickly and did not wait very long for my breakfast. Breakfast was very good with nice sausage, not cheap catering ones that sometimes get served. Loved the little button mushrooms. A very good tasty breakfast, decent portion. I really enjoyed it It was a lovely venue and felt friendly, obviously some regulars there we seemed to know each other. Would go back and would recommend. Who knows if move to Newark it might become my regular

We'd walked past the Tambo Lounge hundreds of times and never thought about actually going in. Until last week and we were far from disappointed. Two coffee, a cheesesteak sandwich and a fish finger sandwich was duly ordered. We waited and surveyed our surroundings while listening to the soothing jazz music playing quietly in the background. The restaurant has an open feel with tables set at respectful distances and it all feels very comfortable. Then the food arrived. Two of the most delicious sandwiches we've ever enjoyed were quickly devoured. They were fabulous, they really were.

Have visited twice in the last two weeks with different people. What a disappointment. Has the chef changed? Smaller portions for sure. And please could you ensure crayons are sharpened for the children.it is half term after all. The staff could do with putting on a smile too but appreciate it was very busy second time which is probably why we had a long wait it out food.

I am a frequent customer of various Lounges around the country, and am generally very impressed. I recently posted a a five star review for The Costero Lounge in Paignton. However today I was flying solo and wanted a light bite for my lunch, I have had lunch at The Lounge here in Newark many times, but today was a disappointment. I ordered the lunchtime special of soup and half a panini. I was asked if I wanted ‘meat’ soup or ‘veggie’ soup. Being asked if I wanted ‘meat’ soup was made to sound like a crime in itself as I can only assume the server was a vegetarian, which I am not. After a wait of 30 minutes (really) it was a Wednesday, I was presented with a coffee mug of microwaved lentil soup with the consistency of thick porridge. Upon investigation the ‘meat’ in question turned out to be pulled chicken. The problem was I had ordered soup, the mug was so full of shredded chicken that the soup was only about 30% of the mug. I ordered soup, not a chicken breast with lentil sauce. Now onto the panini, this was advertised as cheese and tomato. It was burnt to a crisp and impossible to eat unless cut with a knife into bite sized pieces. There were two slices of tomato and no sign whatsoever of any cheese. It is possible the cheese escaped and made a run for freedom during the half hour this was under the grill/heat lights. Within there was a dollop of pesto, a dollop of overly sweet tomato goo and a huge handful of rocket with three inch stalks sticking out of the panini. You may ask why I did not complain, but the server who bought the food was soo sweet I did not want to upset her, also I did not have another half hour to wait for a replacement, so I left without complaining.

We’ve been coming since day one of it opening. I don’t know if it’s the staff that’s changed or something but it isn’t the same anymore. Used to come in every week and had a bad experience and won’t be coming in again any time soon

Had some lovely afternoon & evening social drinks at this lovely bar but it seems the cost of everything has affected the quality & quantity of food. We will still pop in but just won’t eat.

Went today for lunch with a friend, wanted something lite but flavoursome. Saw cup of soup and half a tomato & mozzarella ciabatta for £5.95. The soup was pumpkin, parsnip and chilli which was amazing, one of the best meals we’ve had in there, would highly recommend.

Came last Thursday at 5.30 as going to the palace theatre, had a nice meal here once before so recommended to my friends, ordered drinks first no Pinot wine so settled for lager ok ! Then chose food two wanted steak two wanted buttermilk chicken, went to order only one steak !! So had to order 3 buttermilk chicken because we were limited to time and couldn’t study the menu again. Steak came it wasn’t to bad apart from quite a bit of grissle but the buttermilk chickens were awful all 3 dry and burnt breadcrumbs around the chicken breast, and to add to the bad experience approx 10 chips each plate, for £12 each it was a poor show of a meal £54 spent on food that 4 people didn’t enjoy, I emailed in the next day but have heard nothing back so had no choice but to give a poor but honest review on Tripadvisor

What a gem of a place in the centre of Newark. The menu will suit all tastes, we had the Goan Lamb Curry and Beef Brisket Chilli and certainly passed on our compliments as the food was so tasty. The restaurant has a very relaxed theme, tables well spaced apart and the staff polite and attentive. We'll worth a visit if you are in Newark

Lounges like these have always been my go-to when I'm on the road, and stumbling upon one tucked away in Newark was a delightful surprise. The breakfast here was nothing short of outstanding, hitting all the right notes to kickstart my day of travel. But the real star of the show? The fresh pink lemonade, which was so good it could've inspired poetry. It's just a shame that it came with a bit of a sting in the form of that 3.70 price tag, making me sip it slowly and savor every drop instead of my usual hearty gulping. Despite the cost, it was a memorable experience, and I'd gladly return for that refreshing pink lemonade any day!

Had the lounge breakfast again, only just warm. Came before and had to send the breakfast back because it was only just warm. Same gain on Sunday morning. I didn't bother sending it back this time but will not return for breakfast. My brother breakfast was the same, so it was not just me. I have had food here, and it's been OK, but breakfast is a disappointment. Great place to eat , staff friendly.

Started coming weekly with my 5 month old and our friends, the staff are so lovely and accommodating and the food is delicious! The atmosphere is warm and friendly. Would recommend trying the warm chocolate brownie with ice cream, even if your full from having a main.

My friends and family come here loads and we always enjoy it!! The food is amazing and tambo has a lovely atmosphere, Sally was welcoming and very friendly!! X

Unexpectedly went into this bar/cafe looking for a spot of supper. Inside is very eclectic and mish mash but I love this kind of place. Nice array of tables and sofas and chairs. Really nice atmosphere with real candles on the tables. The menu is vast which I don’t normally like but I didn’t really see much of it because I was looking for light bites so we opted for the tapas. Chicken wings were lush and hummus very tasty. Beetroot salad was a very nice change. You really do need 3 each to fill you up but at £11.25 for 3 it was great value so you could always get more. We liked the ordering using codes from the table. The young man who served us was pleasant and chatty, overall we had a lovely evening and would definitely go back.

First time in Newark for some time. Decided to try Tambo lounge after reading the reviews. Was a really enjoyable brunch/ lunch. I ordered the lounge breakfast and my partner ordered the veggie breakfast. We also ordered a Long Island iced tea each. Really enjoyed the food and the drinks. The staff were welcoming and courteous. We weren't rushed to finish and leave. It gave us time to relax and take in the atmosphere. We will be back to try some of the other menu items. Many thanks

Fantastic food and cocktails, relaxed atmosphere and staff very helpful,enjoyed our visit and will return

Absolutely the best tapas we've had in a long time. Great variety and well cooked. Nice atmosphere if a little loud.

My partner and I went for brunch on a Sunday in April with friends. It was quite busy and yet a nice atmosphere inside. Staff were really friendly and polite. They had a nice energy about them. I had the vegan breakfast with avocado with a oat flat white. The breakfast was okay! Not bad, not amazing, but nice. I probably wouldn't opt for the avocado as an extra on the side again as there wasn't much of it and it was a little hard (I get avocados are always a bit hit and miss though). The oat flat white was delicious though!

Came in for breakfast on a Saturday morning and was not disappointed! There was so much on the menu that I wanted that we will be coming back so I can try something else! Service was quick, food came out when our drinks were still hot (food that takes so long that you finish your tea annoys me) server was very nice. The food tastes fantastic, I have the smashed avocado which was delicious, my husband had the lounge breakfast, the hash browns were particularly good! Will definitely come again!

Came for a meal out with my husband and can’t fault it. Have been a few times and always have had a lovely time and the food is always very enjoyable. I’m not sure if her name but she has impeccable eye liner has some of the best customer service I have seen.

My husband and I, together with our dog, had brunch at the Tambo Lounge in Newark today. The staff were very welcoming, the ambiance is so lovely and our brunch was served quickly and tasted delicious. Highly recommend Tambo Lounge in Newark, Notts.

Lovely interior and has a nice feel about it. Went for brunch and the food was nice but unfortunately service was slow. Will try again and hope a little quicker next time.

Second visit to the Newark lounge and again it exceeded our expectations lovely atmosphere food and drink ably served by Matt and his staff. Most enjoyable night out for our birthday girl Tessa.

Second visit here, didn’t review first visit as that was also poor. First visit ordered chicken burger, chicken was burnt and dry. Second visit months later after, I ordered a chicken bacon and avocado salad and sister ordered chicken Parmo burger, hers came out first...

Extremely poor service. Ordered four cocktails. Waited nearly an hour, after speaking with manager and staff 3 times, still waited fir service. Wasn't overly busy either. Won't bother coming back. No apologies for the poor service

Visit lunch time. Waiting for desert and I asked twice about that and member of staff said its coming. We all get food but been waiting for desert I cancel that .really disappointed.

Great place and excellent food and beverage. At affordable prices with lovely team of staff. Special shout out to Tessa who looked after us and was very welcoming , organised and efficient a credit to the lounge and her boss Matt who was very welcoming...

I did a bit of shopping in Newark and literally fell over this place ,after diving in here to escape a thunderstorm.It was like a Mr Ben moment (if anyone remembers the cartoon).The side door was situated down chain alley,and I as I entered I...

Been here many times and always had a good time. Food and drink is delicious and staff are kind. The interior is lovely also.

great atmosphere (as long as music not too loud) and friendly helpful staff.At last a vegan and gluten free menu that suits all our family, and so tasty. Love the vegan burger and delicious coleslaw. decor brilliant. we'll be back

I have been here 3 times before, service and staff always very good. However, I met a friend there on Saturday and we placed our order at the bar. The lady who served us, wearing a floral patterend jumper over a striped shirt, was very...

Overpriced, ‘hot’ drinks were cold and had too much froth. Tasted like water. Left feeling ill and unsatisfied after burgers and a sandwich. However, the staff were very friendly and it’s a nice atmosphere. Shame about the food.

Food was very nice but service was rather chaotic. I had the vegetarian option. Problems dealt with efficiently by the duty manager. Venue was quite cold. I’d probably return but would hope that the service might have improved next time.

Not the first time going, certainly not the last. From the beginning to the end of our meal Emily A provided a great example of service, always friendly and making sure everything was well for us. The food was also top quality couldn’t ask for...

We had chosen a place to eat a vegetarian luch whilst in Newark but it was closed. We asked some people in the street who suggested this restaurant. Looking at us in our 70's. why on earth they did heaven knows? The approach is offputting...

When visiting with my partner, for the first (not the last) time today we instantly felt so welcome! The tall girl who was on the bar looked after us during our whole visit, from the moment we came to the bar to the moment we...

My husband and I ate at the Tambo Lounge last night and we were very pleased with both the food and service.The food was served very quickly and of very good quality.The thing that stood out to both of us was one of the waitresses...

Friendly staff and good choice on the menu. Food was really tasty, would come again if visiting Newark in the future and would recommend to others.

Fancied trying this place for a while. Found ourselves in Newark today, so perfect we thought, a nice late lunch. Walked in the door and a huge sign said ‘wait here to be seated’, so we did. Sadly, after ten minutes we got fed up...

Lovely Food, good value for money and great service. We had the breakfast muffin and shakshuka - delicious. Just off the market square and a great find.

Tapas is a grat quick bite perfect to have with tropical drink which is served with real fruit juice. Also delicious helthy option of dinner the place is nicely designed with atmospherit lights. Love it there

We visited Tambo Lounge on Saturday evening for date night. We had a lovely evening…fab food and great service. Highly recommend the tapas boards and cocktails. Special mention to the lovely staff, who provided great service all evening. Shout out to the waiter Colby -...

Been here a couple of times whist stopping nearby in Newark. Whilst I know this is part of a chain, this lounge has very interesting and mixed decor. Food was excellent and good value for money. The big stand out for me are the staff,...

Nice laid back atmosphere and excellent tapas which was beautifully served and good value for money. A little disappointed with the choice of cocktails but the ones available are very good

Two seniors and two teens lunched here on a Saturday. We seniors had been persuaded to go by the younger element, and we are very pleased that we did. The decor for us was 'interesting' exposed ducting and pipes on the ceilings, and a vey...

Just had a meal here whilst staying in Newark overnight. Lovely selection of dishes, very quick service and friendly staff. I had the chicken/avocado and bacon burger which I have to say was one of the best I’ve had. Lovely crispy bacon, beautifully seasoned and...

I went with my mother for her birthday lunch. The virgin cocktails were lovely, and the vegan options were extensive. I tried the tapas and it was very nice. My mum sampled from the normal menu and was very happy. My daughter had fish fingers...

Relaxed birthday celebration led us to our first visit. Staff excellent and so helpful, drinks refreshing we had mango pineapple coconut combo and it was a thirst quencher. Meals were perfect chicken burger with all the trimmings and beef brisket chilli, Mac side absolutely delicious....

The drinks are lovely and varied, but the food alot of the time is trying so hard it doesnt work, idk what to tell you

Have been here many times, it’s always fantastic. Really lovely interior and atmosphere. Food is always fantastic and reliable, great friendly staff. Highly recommend!

Music too loud. Liked the choice of music, it was great, just too loud to enjoy our conversation. Apart from that food and drinks good and staff polite and very helpful

Polite staff, clean and tidy. Food arrived fresh and tasty. Have been to the Bendigo lounge in Beeston before. Lovely time.

My wife and I had breakfast. The poached eggs were solid and my fried egg was also . Food not very hot. Very disappointing. My main point was that the chef and the server would have seen the quality of the food and yet they...

Great atmosphere , until 4.45 Saturday afternoon , the music was turned up so loud we could'nt hear ourselves speak so we had to leave . I'm not against loud music but at the right time . The service at the bar was very slow...

The setting of this bar/restaurant is quirky which creates a nice atmosphere. The selection of beers/ales is good, especially as a brew dog fan. The food however isn’t the best. The menu is limited, the food appears to be mass produced and lacks depth of...

Took the children to Newark for a long weekend. Had breakfast on Saturday, then back for dinner on Saturday night then brunch on Sunday. The food selection is good, wait time was very reasonable, good value, excellent food and very good & friendly service. Plus...

Had lunch with friends here on a Saturday lunchtime. Staff were super friendly although we used the app to order. Food was great, especially the tapas selection which I would thoroughly recommend! Would definitely visit again if nearby.

The burger was delicious, service was OK, had to order via app, Obviously unable to go to bar so had to crane necks to get a refill of drinks.

Ordering app didn’t seem to be working properly. Rather slow service and food took some time to arrive. Food pleasant. Acoustics made conversation hard work.

have past many times,so went to try.we both had sausage butty very nice, tea ,coffee. both drinks ok. staff all very young,but polite.we try again which says it all.

Me and my continental lover rekindled our first night in Barcelona at Tambo Lounge Newark On Trent. This is all thanks to the front of house staff, speshaly Jade who made our night extra special with exceptional and accommodating service!

Came solo for a couple pints and was served by a young lady called jade. Had a lovely time and made me feel right at home. 10/10 :)

My friend recommended coming here, and I'm very glad we did. The service was excellent, the food and drink was amazing, we ordered a panini and fries the food came very quick after ordering and the drinks came with in 2 minutes which we thought...

Came in today at 4.20 and ordered for my family I had steak frites I was expecting alot as it was priced at 16.98 I asked for medium well-done I started to eat the steak amd wanted to spit the steak out it had the...

Great service. Tricia was a star from the moment I was lost getting into the place and then looking after me so that I didn’t need to use the app. I very rarely have the time to review hotels or restaurants, but when you get...

We visited this restaurant last night and had a great time. Warmly welcomed on arrival, great menu choice at reasonable prices, brilliant service and really tasty food. Quite busy for a Wednesday. We’ll definitely be back. Special mention to our attentive server too, we didn’t...

We started coming to Tambo Lounge during September and every Wednesday since we continue to stop by. The meals here are varied and we have enjoyed a different meal each time and all were exceptional. The variety of flavours and tastes are amazing and there...

Had a post birthday lunch here with my wife and 2 year old daughter and was very impressed with the service. Our daughter has allergies and the waitress was very professional and made sure my daughter had exactly the right food for her allergies and...

Went for lunch for the first time with my partner. The atmosphere is very lovely and the food quality is amazing. Its nice to have a food place do such different taste needs. Maybe I got the server on a bad day I don't know...

Fantastic time here! Food is tasty. Staff are brilliant. Colby and Alex made our stay wonderful and welcoming. Will be coming back

First time here and love it, Colby met us and showed us to a table and was brilliant, very friendly place but very Covid safe👍🏻

Visited for the first time today. All of the staff including the guy on the door were helpful and friendly explaining how to use the new ordering system. Lovely ambience and the food was delicious with plenty of choice. I had a Milano panini filled...

Very nice place. very good breakfasts, fresh, good coffee. A place with an atmosphere. Well decorated. Best in Newark. I recommend.

What can we say? Other than we love it here. We are a blended, gay interracial family of six and feel warmly welcomed ALWAYS by the staff team whether we come as a couple or a family. The food is delicious (just one request for...

We had a Sunday Brunch and it started bad as the app to order food didn’t work so wasted 5-10 mins on that and then had to queue to order! Technology fail!! The coffee ordered was pretty average and only just warm! I don’t like...

Popped in with my mum and sister for a bit of a birthday lunch and I wasn’t disappointed, we all ordered different things through the QR scan, I had a chicken burrito, mum had the beef Louie chilli and my sister had 3 plates of...

Amazing place! Food was delicious, service excellent, fab atmosphere. We came in for a dinner and there were 7 of us. The wait time not just perfect. Thank you for making us feel very welcome!

Went to the tambo lounge for Saturday lunch. The chicken club sandwich was lovely, as was my mojito. Great service, really good atmosphere. I will definitely be going again to sample the tapas

Food was piping hot n delish:) enthusiastic customer service and food was done within 25 mins. Would go again!

Have visited several times, every visit has been great. Food is good, plenty of variety, great range of drinks and all the staff are very friendly. Perfect for a laid back lunch!

My third visit to the Tambo Lounge, but my only visit since COVID. The food is always very good, but sadly I cannot return for the following reason. No Track and Trace details were taken from me and my party. A pen and sheet was...

100% my favourite place to eat in town now. Been once before and was spot one, went again last night. Great value for money, food is incredible!! Would highly recommend the halloumi burger, delicious!! Food came out within 5 minutes. Staff are SUPER friendly. Lovely...

A pleasant venue, with a busy vibe. Not badly priced. Not policing the mask protocol on entry and exit, and many tables left with dirty plates and glasses, so not a good standard of COVID 19 control.

Had large breakfast on government scheme (almost £12 normally). Meal was OK but would never have paid £12. Music so loud at 10:00am couldn't have conversation. Great looking place with airport prices. Won't be going back.

Dine out to help out 50% Off! Need a place to grab some food on the our way home. I was so hungry I forgot to take pictures of the food. Well worth the money! Trendy decor with great cocktails and wide choice of food....

Lovely decor and layout and good choice on menu. We opted for Tapas Tuesday option which was 3 tapas dishes plus a glass of wine for £10.95 each. All dishes were delicious and the churros for dessert also were really tasty. Only slight concern was...

Went to Tambo Lounge for the first time on Saturday night and was highly impressed. Gorgeous food that was served quickly, yummy cocktails that yes take a little longer to make than a regular drink but if you order a cocktail you’d expect that so...

Great new Lounge in the old Butter Market in Newark. The breakfast is fantastic and the bacon and pancakes is, well, unbelievable Brilliant place with a great atmos with an very helpful and friendly staff. Cant wait to come back!

Went for breakfast on a Sunday with my teen daughter. It was quiet and the staff were very helpful. Food was good quality and reasonably priced. Will definitely go again.

What a wonderful atmosphere and decor , much needed new venue for Newark. Cocktails were delicious and food very tasty ! Staff were friendly and helpful particularly Ellie who served our drinks. Will deffo visit again and again !!

Gorgeous decor, friendly and attentive staff. Visited a lot of times now for food and drinks alone and can say it’s one of my favourite places to go in Newark! Food has always been amazing and had no problems! Would 100% recommend!