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    Falafel Tarboosh

    4.0 (129 reviews)
    InexpensiveFalafel, Fast Food
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    FALAFEL TARBOOSH ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Nicole L.

    I was late today. But the boss is so nice to let me order. The food is so tasty and good amount of food and thanks to boss to cook for me even after they close. Will come back and recommend it. ^^

    3. Hummus

    Really amazing food, super well cooked and amazing flavors. Also, really kind service, the people working were very nice and good to talk to. They have a few cute little tables for indoor seating too.

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    Sadia H.

    This place is a hole in the wall! I think most of the orders ate take out cause there's very limited seating, maybe 4 people at most. Dropped in for a quick bite to go, and ordered a falafel wrap, fish wrap, lamb/chicken combo, lentil soup and fava beans. I gotta say my falafel wrap was pretty good! Good enough to go back for another, and my friend really enjoyed her fish wrap. The next day i had the lentil soup and again i was impressed, it's rich deep flavors are on point! The meat combo was gobbled down by my kid with no complaints, still haven't gotten to the fava beans but I'm really impressed with this place. All the food and 3 drinks came out to a happy $35. I'll definitely be coming back. Happy Yelping!

    Stewie V.

    The best thing about this place as opposed to a truck?? This feels more authentic and they get more time to dedicate to the creation of each dish or sandwich. I think if you want falafel halal food and anywhere near this area then drop by and try one of their many delicious dishes. I've had their falafel sandwich, their grilled chicken pita, lamb pita, and all were delicious. Definitely returning to try more of the food from their menu. This not the place to come to for decor or fine dining. Also not a place to take a first date as it's warm inside and your clothes will soak up the scent of the spices. You want something cheap and tasty then head on over.

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    Luz T.

    Really happy with the food here, all of the flavors and veggies are fresh. Some of the best babbaganoush I've ever had. Because of lockdown we ordered a few things at once, the lamb kabob and chicken platter in addition to the Tarboosh Platter, but we were so hungry we dug in before I was able to take some pics. Delicious, fresh generous portions, you won't be disappointed. Call and order, and tip generously!!! support local businesses!

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    Naomi F.

    After living in Hamilton Heights for nearly a year, Ive realized there aren't many Halal places in the area besides the Middle Eastern food stand near City College. So naturally when a friend has a hankering for Halal food, go to Falafel Tarboosh. We ordered the Shwarma over rice platter and a custom order of loaded Greek fries. If you're expecting these guys to sling your order like Halal guys, you're at the wrong place.The cashier seconds as the line cook so our order took nearly 10 minutes. The shwarma was well-seasoned and had yummy, charred, crispy edges. It came with seasoned rice and salad with freshly chopped veggies. The only hiccup was the side-by-side comparison of our meal to the display menu picture. Nearly half the meat was missing. When will restaurants learn they should never have pictures of their food! Still, it's enough food for a meal. Ill def be back to try their fish dishes and $1.99 Baklava.

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    Great atmosphere and service! Food was great with a lot of variety in options. Staff was really friendly and also cracked jokes.

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    So tasty! Got an order of the shawarma meat platter and shawarma meat in a pita! And it was delicious.

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    4 years ago

    The falafel is phenomenal and the friendliness of the chef brings me back. A sleeper pick if you will.

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    Some of the freshest & tastiest middle eastern food in the neighborhood. Unique twists on salads & delicious falafel. Exceptional spot.

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    Oh my gosh!!! this place is the best and super reasonably priced! For the best $6 you'll spend, try the Falafel Hummus Sandwhich! Yum!

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    Hummus Kitchen

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    4.2
    (1.2k reviews)
    4.7 mi
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    Great food, atmosphere and service. Love the different varieties of humuus. Great for lunch or…read moredinner .

    Have been here a few times now for both lunch and dinner (weekends and weekdays) and the food and…read moreservice is always great. I first went to Hummus Kitchen at their UES location, but this one is equally wonderful. The space is on the smaller side (a bit narrow) and they have indoor seating for around 20-25 people. I recommend making a reservation in advance. The servers are friendly, attentive and the food comes out fairly quickly. As the name implies, the hummus here is excellent as is the thick pita it comes with (they have regular and whole wheat). If you haven't been before, get "the hummus kitchen" as it has 4 different types of hummus you can try. The mazze are also tasty, my favorite would have to be the grape leaves, but the falafel, cauliflower and babaghanoush are also extremely delicious (you can order any 3 for $28 and it comes with pita). For entrees, I highly highly recommend the chicken shawarma tacos (2 per serving) followed by the open arais tacos (also 2 per serving) and the Mediterranean red chicken (in that order). If you don't go with the shawarma tacos or want less bread, then the shawarma platter is also a good choice. The chicken shawarma tacos here are simply incredible, they serve them in their warm fluffy pita, sliced in half, open and fill the inside with chicken, onions and whatever else makes is so ridiculously addictive. This thing is bursting with flavor, it has to be the best chicken shawarma I have had in NYC. The tacos also come with a small side of hummus and babaghanoush along with pickles and some tomato salad. The portions are what you would expect as are the prices. Really a delicious spot if you are in the area or want a great/quick meal before or after a show.

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    Turco Mediterranean Grill

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    5.1 mi
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    I'm honestly disappointed I didn't take pictures because this meal was incredible. We ordered…read morehummus with freshly baked bread, falafel in a flavorful sauce, and a lamb and chicken gyro sandwich, paired with a refreshing Turkish soda. Everything was fresh, well-seasoned, and clearly made with care. This was a small hole-in-the-wall spot, but it really impressed us. I also got to try the rice and grain, which were both absolutely delicious. Our server, I believe named Faresh, was very attentive and welcoming, and did a great job making the experience even better. The restaurant was busy, and I even overheard someone say it's the best Turkish/Mediterranean spot in town. I'd honestly agree. Portions were generous, especially the sandwiches, which were huge. I will definitely be coming back.

    At the risk of sounding like a broken record, I am going to give Turco another big shout out as a…read moregreat place to eat in Hell's Kitchen. Everything I've said previously still applies, but the seating area towards the back has been fixed up since my previous reviews. It looks much nicer now with more unified looking furniture, brightened up paint and even a panel offering a visual separation between the bathroom and seating area. The food has not changed at all, and that's a good thing. Their chicken gyro is still top notch. Their bulgar wheat side? Delicious. The hummus is still one of the best around and their fresh baked pita breads are to die for. Also huge shout out for their Dolmas which are the best around. In an amusing side note: I recommended Turco to a coworker who was visiting from out of town so he had a dinner here and he absolutely loved it and has talked about going back whenever he is in New York City again!

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    The Halal Guys

    The Halal Guys

    4.2
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    4.6 mi
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    The Good: Still like what it used to taste like from what I can remember. Hits the spot every time!…read more The Bad: Adel's is a fierce competitor a few blocks down with a long line. BUT, imho Adel's doesn't really taste as good as the original Halal Guys in terms of flavor and fragrance. The chicken from Adel's is in bigger chunks and some argue is more tender, but the flavor is definitely not close. Also, it's important that it comes with lettuce, tomatoes and a little onion to balance everything out. Finally, You must get both the spicy red and white sauce together to make it all come together! The Ugly: The smell is addictive, so if you walk by, it's hard to resist, even if you've just eaten a nice meal somewhere else. We couldn't resist. Gotta hit the gym hard for the next few days!

    The guys working the cart are genuinely some of the friendliest people you'll meet in midtown…read more Always smiling, always patient, even when the line is wrapped around the block. And that line is no joke. You will wait. Plan accordingly. Here's my dilemma: every single time I eat here, my stomach lets me know about it later. Without fail. I've tried adjusting the hot sauce, going easy on portions... doesn't matter. Something about this food and my digestive system just don't agree. At this point I have to accept that it's probably not for me. So why do I keep coming back? Because at 2 AM after a late night, when everything else is closed and you're starving in Times Square, that platter of chicken and rice over white sauce smells like salvation. They're the only game in town at that hour, and honestly, in the moment, it hits. It's the next morning I regret it. If your stomach handles it better than mine, you'll probably love it. The food is tasty and the portions are huge for the price. I just wish I could enjoy it without paying for it twice.

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