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Taboonette

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

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Chicken Shawarma Pan
Ellen L.

This is one of the best fast casual spots I've been to in nyc. We tried two dishes on the menu and they were all generous portions. -Hummus bowl with kebab and eggplant: I love how they have so many topping options for the hummus bowls! We went with the kebab and eggplant and the eggplant part was my favorite. So soft and flavorful. It also comes with some slices of pita which was nice and the hummus was so smooth. -Chicken shawarma pan: The chicken shawarma pan was perfect for getting a taste of a bunch of different things in one dish. It came with chicken, hummus, chopped salad, pickles, and tahini. This one was my favorite of the two because the salad and pickles added a nice crunch and freshness to the dish. Overall, Taboonette was really good and I'm glad I tried this spot out. Our food came out quickly and they had seating inside. Everything we ordered was a big portion which was nice so we had enough leftovers for another snack/meal.

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.

Marc K.

Great little spot for Mediterranean food served "fast food style" for both take out and limited seating. Place was consistently busy with both. Really enjoyed the chicken schnitzel pan (which is a metallic pan) with a decent portion of rice and Israeli salad and a fairly good size of chicken. All was delicious. Friend had the schwarma pan which didn't seem to offer as much meat but still enjoyed it. We sat at a small counter that sat 4 people. There are I think two or 3 community tables that could maybe sit 6 each tops.

Sweet potato falafel
Michelle L.

Amazing slow casual food. It has a good selection and the sweet potato falafel is crispy and addictive.

Aalok B.

Wow. Clearly they gave this lamb a deep tissue shiatsu massage before cookin that mf cause goddamn was it tender. The tahini carried a deep nutty, rich, intensity that melded with the soft morsels of lamb in a symphony of umami -- cut through by the sinisterly acidic bite of the pickle. The unsung hero of the meal tho? The small flakes of dill sprinkled throughout, which added a playful fresh bounciness to each bite. Oh and the rice -- oh the rice. Cooked to the perfect springy texture, almost like a starchy Temperpedic pillow for the soft lamb being hand delivered to my gullet (sans lullaby). Oh and before I forget the small cranberries sprinkled in the rice were b-b-b-BUSSIN --balanced the salty fattiness of the tahini forward bites perfectly -- like the most naughty PB&J of all time.

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10 years ago

Delicious food made the way you want and fairly cheap! I had chicken Alfredo dish, a side salad and a drink for $22!

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7 years ago

Very good lamb shawarma and other middle eastern fare in a great space in Greenwich Village.

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14 years ago

To go: One star for being healthy, one star for for being fast, 0 stars for flavor. Avoid the calamari plate, fine but immemorable.

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12 years ago

So delicious and cheap. The salmon and the shakshuka in a pita are the best. Great for hangovers

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Taboonette is so good that I don't even want anyone to know about this place. Anyhow, their kebab and pulled pork sandwiches are GREAT.

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Halal food truck quality food, but half the size and double the price. Nice interior but no serves nor friendly smile.

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10 years ago

Best pita money can buy. Do not delay. eat everything. You won't believe the food here

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Is there outdoor seating?

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Taboonette - mediterranean - Updated June 2026

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