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    Taboonette

    4.3 (1.1k reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Brisket YUMMM
    Briyah P.

    What an awesome place! Love the food. Kennedy was a great server. I got the brisket platter. So so good

    I love this place. I always order from them through doordash. They never disappooint. The israeli salad with chicken shawarma is just amazing! The lamb is even better. So good.

    sabicb sandwich
    Matt S.

    This is a fast casual place worh Israeli food. We got sabich sandwich, falafel, lamb kebab (2 appetizers) beef shawarma bowl. Everything was gone just wish they have more beef in the shawarma bowl ;-)

    Backdrop
    Aida F.

    I was underwhelmed by this place. I guess I missed the hype boat. I ordered the falafel sweet potato pan and the portion of rice was huge, but ratio-wise the amount of arugula salad was slim. And now I know why other places drizzle the sauce all over, because here the tzatziki sauce was just scooped in one area of my rice so you have mix it in yourself. I made the mistake of not mixing it and then ran out half way through. And by then a huge line had formed to order so not only did I have to wait to get the staff's attention but when I asked for more sauce they wanted to charge me $2.50! Now, I wouldn't have mind paying that price, but I think for the way the sauce was arranged, it's a little unreasonable. Also, the sweet potato falafel was very underwhelming. I thought like a good falafel, it'd be a little crispy on the outside and very soft and fluffy on the inside but the outside was pretty hard. I will not say hard as a rock, but definitely was nervous about cutting it open and using a plastic utensils with it, thinking they may break. I don't know if it was just a bad batch of sweet potato falafel but I personally would not recommend this option. It was a whole lot of rice and very little salad. I think with a little TLC the meal could be a lot better. Though ambience is nice though. It has a nice little city view. There could be a little more seating. It was busy on a Sunday afternoon. I probably would not come back here, a little disappointed. I did however enjoy the music and Shazamed a few tracks.

    Falafel pita
    Amy S.

    Excellent falafel pita. So good that I came back for it again the next day. Got the side of eggplant and hummus - both were solid, but not needed. The falafel pita was filling and delicious on its own, though the schug hot sauce is a must. Ample space to enjoy the food there or take out. Friendly and fast service. Will definitely be back next time I'm in NY.

    Alisa J.

    Food was pretty good. The shakshuka is served all day and was flavorful and hot. Good casual spot that's not crowded at all which is nice.

    Shawarma and schnitzel
    Jonghan L.

    Delicious fast casual Mediterranean spot. Get the chicken shawarma and chick schnitzel. Very affordable

    Sweet Potato Falafel Hummus Bowl (Vegan)
    Ashwini A.

    SERVICE - located near union square park - small interior with seatings at benches for groups or counter for solo diners - takeout popular - order at counter then find a table - can get crowded during popular times - ambiance good for casual meal MENU - customizable hummus bowls and plates - vegan/vegetarian options available - average price ($16 per entree) FOOD - sweet potato falafel hummus bowl (7/10): six pieces of falafel on top of creamy hummus with a side of pita bread. Just looking at the hummus, it is creamy and light without being gritty. I liked the addition of the chickpeas and tahini on top. The falafel were okay but did not have a strong sweet potato taste. The portion is generous and can be shared between 1-2 people. WOULD I GO BACK? Yes! It makes an easy takeout dinner that is relatively healthy and customizable.

    Lamb Kebab (Kfte) Pan
    Chris S.

    Dropped by here for a quick bite for lunch during work. It's a bit busy but the line moves. Odds are a few of them are waiting for their togo order. I got the lamb kebab plate which comes with hummus and a salad. Nothing much to say except it's pretty solid. No complaints, nothing crazy, and the kebab is tender and flavorful. The salad is a nice cool and light complement. Also, it's quite a bit of food - I ate it across two meals. Quick and easy service. They make it fresh. Grab your lunch here

    Sarah Y.

    A fast casual place, delicious Mediterranean food!! There was no wait because it's more of a fast casual place, no need to wait for seats. Meat was tender and sauces were good! Got the lamb skewer plate and portion size was perfect.

    Braised lamb Shawarma

    Amazing tender shawarma. Very flavorful. I highly recommend this place. The place is clean and has a good vibe and very friendly staff.

    Falafel Pan
    Mosa H.

    Solid mediterranean lunch spot. Quick service and the pan dishes are actually served in small frying pans! The falafel was pretty good but a little dry and crumbly. The cucumber salad could have used some dressing, too. The tahini was great and tied it all together.

    SABICH -The Eggplant Pita
    Sharmila S.

    In the mood for an early lunch, I stopped at Taboonette and tried the Sabich. In a pita. It was delicious, front loaded with all the salady bits, eventually giving way to soft velvety never ending layers of fried eggplant. Yum! The only problem with the pita is that you tend to eat things sequentially rather than altogether so next time I'm going to opt for the bowl version. It's a nice bright space and the counter service was pleasant. Can't wait to go back and try the cauliflower.

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    Delicious, super fast and convenient. Will definitely be back to try additional menu items

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    Do they take reservations?

    Is there outdoor seating?

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    This place really stands out for flavorful, authentic Middle Eastern food that tastes fresh and…read morewell-prepared. Their shawarma is honestly some of the best I've had in NYC--juicy, well-seasoned, and wrapped or plated in a way that feels very satisfying without being greasy or heavy. What makes the place even better is the variety on the menu. You're not limited to just wraps; there's a good mix of platters and rice-based dishes too, which makes it easy to go back and try something different each time. The biryani is a pleasant surprise--fragrant, well-spiced, and not overly oily--and the kofta with rice is especially good, really tender and flavorful with a nice balance of spices. Overall, it's a solid go-to for consistently tasty, authentic comfort food.

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