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    Tannourine

    3.9 (531 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Live music
    Good for groups

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    Lamb is a bomb spicy, but not hot
    Youssef A.

    4.5 stars overall. Service was good even though the whole street is dead and closed on Sundays. We were the only people at the restaurant at 2:30 PM. A few people stop by to pick up some food. I think they are bigger on catering. I'll be on probably dancing, because I have the ceiling lights for that but again Sunday afternoon the whole street is dead. Mezze was five out of five, except for the Kibby 3/5 Lamb shank 5/5 Parking is two hours free in the street you can walk 50 m or 20 m to make it. Bread was hot, but it was the thick bread and I don't like it because it's too much gluten. But the side was crunchy and thin. I will come back and and order either Mazzy or lamb shank because it's too much for two people, unless you are me , 25 years ago haha.

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    Derek S.

    Came by for dinner the other night and it was a decent experience. Made a reservation from the website and the reservation has been stuck on "pending" for the last 2 weeks. Yelp reservations are available only the day of, or the following day... Parking was available on the street. Meat started off with complimentary pita bread with some dipping sauce. Started off with the cheese bourak which were phenomenal. Super light cheese in a phyllo dough pastry. The kafta entree was also decent. 3 pieces of flavorful and tender meatballs along with a huge bed of white rice along with a side of vegetables. The dining room is more of an older luxury model, including the bathroom. ~$33/head after tax and gratuity for dinner.

    Mezze combo
    Cheryl M.

    10 years and a Groupon ago, I visited and indulged in some delicious Lebanese food at Tannourine...apparently, I failed to write a review then so writing a well-deserved 5 star one now. :) Recently visited on a Friday around 7:15 pm with plenty of seating...only 1 other table of 6. Immediately welcomed and seated by the window upon request, given menus and water...menu has a variety of traditional Lebanese items with lamb, chicken along with vegetarian dishes to choose from :: Complimentary yogurt with olive oil, Zatar and sesame seeds with freshly made pita - 5/5 :: Meze Combo platter: tabbouleh, nicely smoked eggplant, hummus. | with 3 hot items - one of each: we add another set for additional $4 * Kebbeh - similar texture to falafel but mixed with ground beef/lamb * Cheese burak - Haloumi cheese, fresh mint wrapped in layers of filo dough - flaky with lightly salted, warm cheese * Sambousek - Dough stuffed w/ ground beef, onions, pine nuts and spices - flaky crust, nice filling - 4/5 - pastry was melt in your mouth, but didn't taste any pine nuts The mezze platter was mostly vegetarian with the addition of hot items with 2 having meat. :: Stewed lamb shanks in a tomato sauce, bell peppers, onions, and garlic. Served with rice - tender, flavorful and delicious - 4/5 (some parts seemed salty) :: Stewed cubes of tender lamb with vegetables (carrots, potatoes, zucchini) in a tomato sauce. Served with couscous. 4/5 With the complimentary pita and yogurt and ordering the mezze combo was very filling....sampled the entrees but took most of it to go as we were pretty full. All wonderful flavors and textures with variety of menu options to try in the future. Only dessert option is baklava but finished off with a hot tea. Will definitely return and not wait so long...great food and hospitality at this family-run business. Price/person including tax/tip: $41 (2 non-alcoholic drinks) Plenty of free street parking. By 8:45 pm, there were 4 other tables and 1 large party of 10

    Kibbeh B'laban - 9.1/10 Cant go wrong with Authentic lebanese home cooked meal that reminds me of home
    Eddy H.

    I would definitely come back to Tannourine. Im surprised the place wasnt that busy for such amazing food! Service was great and the waitress was very attentive. The food was brought out pretty quick. Cool vibe.

    Amazing food. Great service. I recommend this place. Try going on days when there is Bellydance

    Kabob plate of chicken and beef!
    Priscilla L.

    This is my first time trying Lebanese food. I've had Mediterranean food, but not specifically Lebanese before. I arrived today which is a Wednesday at 5:15pm. At the time, the restaurant was empty and we were seated immediately. I asked for any recommendations which was the kebab plate. We also ordered a chicken shawarma. The entrees came about 20 minutes after we ordered. The complimentary bread with yogurt was really good. It reminds me of cream cheese. The yogurt was just slightly sour, but it wasn't overpowering. Quite mouthwatering, for sure! I had to stop myself from accidentally eating too much, incase I didn't have enough room for the entrees! Both entrees were tasty but my favorite would be the beef in the kebab plate. You can view ur in the second photo. It's the meat in the middle. Also, the rice on the plates isn't plain rice. It reminds me of coconut rice, but it wasn't sweet. The rice is flavorful and savory. I wish I could describe it better, but it's a new flavor to me. After the meal, we were asked if we would like coffee and dessert. Unfortunately, I didn't save enough room but I would definitely like some next time. I really like baklava and I saw they have it in their photos as well. Good spot to try out if you haven't yet!

    Annie G.

    We had a business networking hosted in this restaurant. It's in my neighborhood and my frosty time here. It did not disappoint me ! Food was great ! I especially love the eggplant dip. It is delicious ! I will definitely come back again with my friends. Highly recommended.

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    Amazing food. Recommend the mix grill. Awesome service as well. Good clean tables and nice atmosphere.

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    Ask the Community - Tannourine

    Is there a veg option for the main course if I have a Groupon?

    Yes, they do have veg option

    Is there outdoor dining available?

    Width of the sidewalk in front of the restaurant does not allow to put tables outside.

    How is parking on a Tuesday for lunch?

    There is street parking all around,some is metered, some side streets are no meters. I have not been bothered if I go early 1130ish or after 1pm. I'm a easy going guy so if I have to circle the Block it doesn't bother me. I just start thinking about… 

    What are the open hours?

    11:30 2pm lunch 5-10 plus live music on the weekend.

    Is the meat served here Halal?

    Everything at tannourine restaurant is halal!

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    This is a little take-out counter on Ralston. You can order your food ahead and the pick up…read more 1. Falafelle combo. This is a generously-sized combination plate with 6 falafel balls, hummus, tabbouleh, 2 dolmas, cabbage, beets, sauerkraut, roasted red bell peppers, salad, pickled turnips, sumac onions, pickled cucumbers, mild banana peppers, garbanzo beans, $16.45 total if you add pita, additional $1.25 to add baba ghannouj. The baba ghannouj is excellent and can be added as a topping (or order separately). The falafel and hummus are good (although the hummus starts to feel a little rich if you eat a lot of it. The beets are good. I should probably ask them to skip the tabbouleh, sauerkraut, and pickles next time because I don't eat those. This plate alone, along with pita bread, was enough to fill my 2 kids and me up. 2.Falafel salad, $18. 6 falafel balls with fattoush salad. This was very good! Dressed with just the right amount of tasty dressing. Good combination of a light-feeling salad with the heftier falafel. This dish alone was probably enough for myself and 1 kid. 3. Mango milk, $5.50. Delicious. Similar to a mango lassi but made with milk instead of yogurt, so it feels a bit lighter. The three of use shared this. Parking available in adjacent lots or on streets.

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