Tahina! Marry me now! Tahina has been saving me in more ways than they know. Oakland's dear Pomella is no more but thank the Goddesses above for Tahina! Their food is always fresh and flavorful. Their brand is clean and on point. I'm in love! read more

Great spot for mediterranean food in Alameda! Tahina's located inside a Marketplace with a couple other vendors and a grocery store. Parking is also easy since they have a parking lot. They have bowls and wraps but I usually get their plates. The plate comes with pita bread and 2 sides - I would recommend trying their fries, eggplant dip, or cilantro hummus but you can't go wrong with any of them! read more

Tahina - Mediterranean Near Me - Alameda, California

Tahina is a delightful Mediterranean spot inside the Marketplace and the cali bowl with added chicken was SO delicious! The salad had a colorful array of vegetables and also comes with their hummus! Excited to try out their shawarma plate next time! read more

Tahina - Mediterranean Near Me - Alameda, California

One of my fave food joints in Alameda for sure! Everything is fresh and delicious. The sauces are great, and their pita bread is so good... generous portions and lots of meat. Workers are very kind as well. read more

Tahina - 2 Cali Bowls w/ chicken and Tahini Fries - Mediterranean Near Me - Alameda, California

Reviewing a doordash order....ordered the spicy chicken schwarma...wondering why I've never eaten here. That was excellent...fresh veg, soft wrap and the chicken was seasoned perfectly...super moist all around and full of flavor... "I'll be back" read more

There's a small (free) parking lot behind the marketplace which great for a quick lunchtime bite. No frills fast casual dining with great quality food. The saffron rice was tasty. We all loved the pickled beets in our bowls. Nice and filling portions. Can't wait to try other items. If you don't like sauce all over your food, you may need to ask on the side as it covered almost all items in the bowl. Service was fairly fast for a busy lunch time rush. We ordered and received our food within ten minutes. The only tricky part was finding a place to sit inside (raining outside). read more

Tahina - Tahina bowl w/chicken ($14) 1/24/24 - Mediterranean Near Me - Alameda, California

Today I ordered a chicken shawarma. The food was cold. The meat may have been from yesterday-it certainly wasn't today's. During lunch time maybe from 11am-1pm, they are busy with online and corporate orders. They had lots of people preparing these orders. Walk-ins face longer wait times and in my case today, subpar food. Advise you order online or go there around 2pm. read more

Great food, good service, reasonable prices. No seating so no comments about ambience

This place is honestly amazing. I've become a regular because the food, the vibe, and the service are consistently top-tier. The whole staff is friendly, but I have to shout out one of their employees, Lorrie, she's always welcoming, super helpful, and makes the ordering process effortless. Her energy and work ethic really stand out in the best way. She's a big part of why I keep coming back. Huge props to Lorrie and the rest of the team for keeping the experience this good every single time. read more

Tahina - Mediterranean Near Me - Alameda, California

Tahina is located in Market Hall just beyond the Park street Bridge in Alameda. There is a parking lot behind the building. Tables are available for indoor dining which are kept clean continuously. There are also tables located outdoors. The Tahina servers were pleasant and attentive. The food was tasty and delicious. read more

Tahina - Mezze Sampler & Tahina Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Alameda, California

This is an overdue review as I eat here often and even had them cater my birthday party. I have never had a bad meal at Tahina. Every single item is fantastic! We especially love the Cilantro Hummus, Falafel Wrap (the pickled veggies are my favorite part), their fries are perfection and my partner loves the Lemon Chicken Soup! I only wish it were a full on sit down restaurant as its pretty much just take out only. read more

Tahina - Falafel Wrap, Fries and Crispy Cauliflower - Mediterranean Near Me - Alameda, California

Soooo yummy! Got the mezze plate, cauliflower mezze. The pita was so fluffy and soft!

Came out to Alameda to give a friend a quick tour of Alameda. It was a beautiful fall day and we went to Crown beach and walked along the beach and picked up shells. We drove down Santa Clara to see the painted Ladies Victorian house and the lovely Grandicimos houses on Grand!! We were hungry and we wanted Mediterranean food and I wanted to take her up to Park Street so Yelp Recommended Tahina Fresh Food. This isn't a fancy sit down restaurant, it's a quick eats to go restaurant located in the Marketplace. We both ordered the Tahina Bowl with Salmon and it was delicious! There are a lot of tables to accommodate all the restaurants located in the Marketplace and it has a really cool vibe! I'd definitely recommend Tahina! read more

We ordered three chicken shawarma sandwiches and one falafel sandwich. Apparently, when you order a sandwich here, they assume you want it in a pita pocket. The last time I ordered, the cashier asked whether I wanted a pita pocket or a wrap, which I appreciated. However, this time, the cashier (Maddie) didn't ask, and my order came as a pita pocket instead of a wrap. Pita pockets and wraps are two very different things, and most restaurants confirm your preference before finalizing the order. When I brought the untouched sandwich back and explained that I actually wanted a wrap, I was told that they couldn't do anything about it and that I would need to purchase another order if I wanted a replacement. The food itself is okay, but the service could definitely be improved. A little more attention to customer communication would make a big difference. read more

I had ordered this place via Uber Eats plenty of times. Was pretty good but was excited to go and try in person. As delivery was always a bit cold and soggy. As with my dog so walked up to the side window to order. Was told rudely by an older man to come inside to order. There is a clear sign that says dogs are not allowed. Went back to side window and everyone went blind apparently. Won't be ordering delivery from this place again for sure! read more

First time here and I ordered the Crispy Cauliflower & Tahina Bowl with chicken add-on. The veggies were crisp and fresh: radish thinly sliced, cucumber, romaine and sumac onion. The perfect amount of feta crumbles and pita croutons with mouth watering lemon dressing. And the chicken very juicy, well seasoned, and deliciously charred. I had zero leftovers and it was the most satisfying lunch. The staff was helpful and efficient. The atmosphere has more to do with the entire food market because they only have a counter. They have nice outside sitting area that is clean and spacious. If you find yourself in Alameda you should definitely check out this place! Absolutely delicious. read more

Tahina - Crispy Cauliflower - Mediterranean Near Me - Alameda, California

this place is great! our friend who works in alameda recommended this place to us and it definitely was a great meal. it's located inside alameda marketplace among other small businesses, and there was general outdoor seating which was convenient. i really enjoyed my plate as it's easily customizable with sides and many yummy sauces to choose from. they also gave me extra sides of sauces which was awesome! definitely has a vibe similar to cava, and i'll be excited to come back here again! read more

Tahina - Falafel Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Alameda, California

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I literally have no complaints about this place. I first learned about Tahina at an event last year where I tasted their yummy hummus. I've been working in the area and have stopped by their location twice for lunch. I've had the Crispy Cauliflower and it is out of this world flavorful with perfect texture. I tried the Tahina Salad today and it was layers of flavor. The saffron rice was just perfectly cooked, delicious. The hummus and vegetables were a perfect pairing. I enjoyed every bite. I ordered the pomegranate lemonade and it was sweet and tart, just yummy. I like that you can order to go, or just pick up their handy hummus and/or dips with drinks in their fridge. Service is fantastic, and even though there's no indoor seating, the place is just lovely. I'm officially hooked! read more

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You live up to your 5 stars on Yelp, congrats. Quality/Quantity - It has been a while since I have come here, but right after I bit into the fries, it brought back so many good memories. Today we got the following: Chicken Shawarma Wrap - Great flavors, and good size. Approximately 12 inches. Beef Shawarma Plate - Great flavors, but of course it could have used more meat. Salad was so fresh. And as usual I got my fries as a side which were so so good! And today we tried the eggplant hummus which was also so so good. Atmosphere - Small local take out business in Alameda Market. Open 6 days a week, Mondays to Fridays from 11 am to 7pm, Saturday from 11am to 3pm, and closed Sunday. Congrats on enjoying 1.5 days off, especially on a weekend! Plenty of mall parking, but mostly compact spaces. Service - Service is 5 stars. The owner is very hands on and personable. I was jet lagged and slightly confused as I just flew in and was starving. Oh, plus there was a storm and it hailed today in Alameda??? Price - $32, reasonable price for what we got. Again, it costs to have good food/quality. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since June of 2021. I thought you have been here longer...? I think this spot has gone through a few ownerships since East End Pizza moved to the front bigger spot. read more

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Delicious food and vegan options! Have tried both their individual portions and party trays as well.

Despite my grudge with this place forgetting items multiple times, my wife & kids like it, so I've relented and we've recently re-incorporated it back into our rotation of dinner takeout spots. After my last review, they even reached out to apologize. Lo and behold, after a couple orders, once again they forget an item in my order--my baklava. As a wise man once said, "my disappointment is immeasurable and my day is ruined." Yes, first world problems, I know, but immense outrage over botched takeout is just a hill I will forever die on. read more

They take forever to get your food ready. Literally ordered small fries and I had to wait 15 minutes for it to be done. And no there were not a lot of people in line. But their lemon chicken soup is the bomb. Very tasty and delicious. read more

I have come back to Tahina over and over again and they never disappoint. Their chicken shawarma is *packed* with flavor, and the harissa and dill sauces on top add the perfect amount of layers and complexity. Hummus is solidly reliable as well. And I LOVE that they have fluffy, soft pita instead of that thin flavorless stuff at so many other Mediterranean restaurants. I can't believe this is fast food! read more

Ran across this place when I came to the market to get some desert. Saw a falafel pita on the menu but didn't feel like falafel so asked if I could get the chicke swarms in a pita. They said yes. Didn't feel like a side and that's fine by me. Service was quick maybe 5 minutes between placing order and getting food. Staff friendly. The girl saw me struggling with my phone, wallet, and another purchase and offered me a bag. Got back to work and wow, opened up to a really nice surprise. Used to the long half of a cut up pita stuffed, but this was like a full size hamburger size bun stuff with lots of meat. The sandwich wasn't drowned in yogurt sauce or overstuffed with lettuce and the flavor of the meat was just right. The size was the right amount and didn't feel under or overfull. Will be back for sure. read more

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I LOOOOOOOVE TAHINA! Sooooo good! Great service too. However, 3 stars because they're always forgetting something. Paid for pita and didn't get it. Didn't get the fries I bought on my last order either. They need to double check orders especially for delivery. read more

Tahina - TAHINA bowl extra chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Alameda, California

This is our go to place for Mediterranean food, they've beaten out all the rest in Alameda. It's all delicious. Here are some go our favorites: Crispy cauliflower Dip trio Chicken Shawarma Wrap (in pita) Salmon Skewer Plate Frozen Greek Yogurt with cherries read more

*Only for the frozen Greek yogurt* I had just gotten some dental work done and the hygienist was raving about tahina and it's frozen greek yogurt. Given my numb mouth, I figured frozen Greek yogurt sounded appropriately perfect. I stopped by and was immediately greeted and helped--there was no line at 2 pm. I asked for the frozen greek yogurt and asked about which toppings I'd like. The options were: baklava crumble, honey, and sour cherry. To my heart's disappointment, I went with everything except the baklava crumble because I was worried nuts would be tough to eat. I paid the $5 +tip and went outside to eat it on the patio. The serving is pretty hearty and I remember thinking that it was a lot for one person. I had no problem finishing the delectable treat, lol. The flavor is rich, tart, and 'not too sweet'. The the honey and the sour cherry were wonderful additions, and I can't wait to come back for the baklava crumble! I look forward to returning to try their other items and getting another frozen greek yogurt! read more

Tahina - frozen Greek yogurt - Mediterranean Near Me - Alameda, California

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The Cali Salad hit perfect! And the added protein lamb and beef was tender. I will definitely order again. read more

A friend wanted us to try the Mediterranean food from Tahina, which is located in the Alameda Marketplace. We were treated to: Salmon Tahina Bowl - Two skewers of salmon, which was very moist, over saffron rice, hummus, organic spring mix, cucumber & tomato salad, onions, turnips, herbs and tahini sauce. Beef Fattoush Bowl - Sliced rotisserie spit beef with romaine lettuce, feta cheese, herbs, cucumber, radish, onion, pita crouton and lemon dressing. The beef was not dry and was tasty. Though both were good, I preferred this more than the salmon bowl. Good to know about Tahina at the Marketplace and I'll be visiting if I'm in the mood for some Mediterranean food. read more

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I'm really glad my friend showed me this place! Tahina is a hidden gem in the Alameda Marketplace on Park Street. I stopped by a few days ago after a workout at Mission HQ down the street looking for something relatively healthy for dinner. While I was really tempted by the chicken shawarma - my go to option at Mediterranean places, I ultimately ordered the Mezze Sampler - "Falafel (3 pieces), hummus, eggplant dip, dolma (1 piece), quinoa tabouli, olives, pickles, and fresh-baked pita." This plate of food was exactly what I was looking for: variety, value, and something that would be filling. There was not a single item that I was disappointed with. I especially loved how fluffy the pita was. I wish I had ordered an extra one because one is not enough for both of the dips. Quality wise, food is on par with Soulva or Oren's Hummus, and exceeds La Med. My friend ordered a side of fries with her entree and I was blown away by how good they were. I generally don't enjoy steak cut fries because they always taste under-seasoned, but that wasn't the case here. Fries here are well-seasoned, crunchy on the outside, and soft on the inside. Do yourself a favor and get extra red sauce for dipping - you won't regret it. Food here is prepped quick - 10 minute wait from order to food pick up. Awesome quick dinner spot. Definitely would stop by here again. read more

Tahina - Mediterranean Near Me - Alameda, California

Their food is good and prices are fair but I wish they would close the door because it makes the whole building freezing and miserable

This is only for the Greek yogurt as I've had their wraps in the past but they weren't very memorable. Greek fro-yogurt with baklava, cherry sauce, and honey??? Yes please! For $6 with all the toppings included, I'm a frequenter. read more

Tahina - Mediterranean Near Me - Alameda, California

Tahina is becoming our go-to for fast, casual Mediterranean fare. The staff has always been friendly and we never wait long for our order. The accompanying sauces are exceptional. Good vegetarian choices, too! Be careful around the quick grab section - the Turkish delight candies are addictive. read more

Tahina is tucked away in the Alameda marketplace and I have to say their salad with the added chicken was incredibly delicious and fresh. A ton of feta, which is delicious, but not a lot of protein for that added $6, or so. I have similar sentiments to the gyro plate. While it was a delicious helping of yellow rice, the actual protein was slight for the $16 price. It came with 2 sides, which again, adding hummus and baba was wonderful, but I wish it came with more protein. Service was not super friendly, no smiles or pleasantries. Our food was waiting, and I didn't even hear them call our number, I just heard a number after ours, so I went up to the counter. :: Small customer service things matter! :: They have a few tables and benches right outside the door. Overall, great flavor, and while large portions, it's quite deceiving as the good part was lacking. I'd visit again for sure, but maybe try one of the more reasonably priced wraps. read more

Quick friendly service. Tasty chicken shawarma plate. Sides quite nice, especially the hummus

Tahina is a vendor at the Alameda Marketplace featuring a menu of Mediterranean-inspired flavors with a Californian twist. One great dish for experiencing this fusion of fresh flavors was the Cali Bowl, which came with a bed of spring mix, cucumber-tomato salad, quinoa tabbouleh, hummus, half an avocado, pickled onions/turnips, pita croutons, and a cilantro tahina sauce. I also added three green falafels to the bowl, which had an earthy, herbaceous flavor and crispy exterior, and went nicely with the tahina sauce on top and the creamy hummus that came with the bowl. I also tried the ground lamb/beef skewers, which were super juicy and flavorful and paired nicely with the garlic yogurt and harissa on top. Overall, the food here was vibrant, fresh, and flavorful, making for a delicious, quick, casual meal that came at a great value. read more

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I love getting Mediterranean food when I'm feeling something fresh and light. Tahina always satisfies my craving, especially after Zumba hehe. I always get the crispy cauliflower and the shawarma plate with eggplant dip and hummus. I love when I can choose an entree with sides. The eggplant dip and hummus here are both super yummy here. Nice and refreshing with the pita, which is doughy and nice and fluffy. My only gripe is that the meat here is slightly dry - I've had both the chicken and the beef, and it seems to be the case for both. However, I still like the overall combo of things in the plate. And the crispy cauliflower is so good with the tahini sauce! read more

Get the fattoush salad with the salmon skewers!! And the Greek frozen yogurt with honey

Not sure what is going on with the food! My sister and I on 2 seperate occasions got food poisoning.... Sick for days! Will never order from here again. BEWARE! read more

It's my go to place and I order between 2-6 times a month. Consistently excellent!!! Keep doing what you're doing and never close!