Lots to say about this place, but I'll boil it down. First, cozy and warm on a cold winter's night. Two, service was excellent. Three, food was delicious and plentiful. I don't think I've had Kibbie before but man, what a dish, esp with the rice pilaf which is nothing like what you get out of a box. My dining companion was very pleased with her shish kabab and tea, and we ended the meal with cardamom-infused Arabic coffee, which looks like an espresso but tastes like spiced coffee, as it should. No milk needed, nor should you add it, as our server reminded us. All in all, a great meal, albeit on the expensive side. Thanks to the couple we met at the Nitehawk who recommended this place! Whatever your names are, you were right! read more

Tanoreen - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Ambiance of the restaurant was great and service was very nice. The falafel were the best I've ever had. Unfortunately I was very excited about the lamb dolmas and they didn't live up to the hype. Not much filling and the lemon sauce was not existent. The cauliflower steak was good and had a nice flavor. The cheese pie was not my favorite. There was a certain taste I was not a fan of. Would recommend if in the area but wouldn't travel far for the food. read more

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Tanoreen is an intimate Middle Eastern restaurant tucked away in Bay Ridge. We walked in on a weekday evening and were seated immediately. The interior is warm and feels cozy with candles and ambient lighting. Service was friendly and quick and my water glass was never empty. I really enjoyed the food. What we ordered: Falafel: 8/10 perfectly crispy and delicious Brussels sprouts: 8/10 loved the sauce on this. I've never had brussels sprouts like this before but I really liked it. It was creamy and rich Kafta kabob: 9/10 soo flavorful! Comes with rice and tomato salad. The rice was the perfect texture and the salad was a refreshing bite. read more

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We got many different food options for our large party. My favorite things were the brussels sprouts actually! Many of the dishes were pretty similar, definitely with similar ingredients incorporated into them. It tasted fresh and healthy although I did feel something was missing. To my surprise the artichoke did look like chicken wings which was different! Chicken and Lamb were tasty, not so much a fan of the rice that comes with those dishes. Even with that sauce I was looking for a bit more flavour, but definitely not a bad pick! Services was great! It is a pretty large restaurant and definitely crowded! read more

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Excellent table service from a dedicated wait staff. Excellent presentation and the food was excellent and fresh!

Fantastic restaurant that's been around for quite some time. Prices are a bit on the higher side, but this type of food takes time and quality and love to prepare. All foods served. Here is delicious and authentic. The service is fantastic and the location was moved from the original location quite some time ago beautiful space well decorated and a great spot for a date. I would recommend this place if you're in the mood for some authentic delicious food. read more

Short review- I prefer Ayat/Al Badawi for the mezze/small plates but this spot for the entrees and knafeh. I was at this Levant, or more specifically Palestinian restaurant with a moderately large group a couple months ago. The inside is nice and the spot overall is a little bit fancier than many other similar restaurants. The food was very tasty with a couple stand out dishes and a couple ones that were just okay with the entrees being better. They gave us some pickled vegetables/torshi as well as pita and za'atar chips where the pickles were a bit lighter spiced compared to some spots. To drink, I had their unsweetened Iced Hibiscus for $6 which was tart and refreshing and went well with the food. My favorite of the mezze was the Fried Cauliflower Steak for $20 listed as being breaded with panko & parmesan, covered with tahini, pomegranate molasses, and spicy harissa. The cauliflower is large and filling with some saltiness, a bit of heat, some sweetness, and some nuttiness with the texture being nice. It's not my favorite style of Levant style cauliflower (I think the Zahir at Ayat is better for instance) but it was still tasty and well worth the price with it being easily shareable as described. The Grape Leaves (or rather Warak Dawali) for $14 with rice, parsley, onions, and tomatoes were also solid. The grape leaves which were also topped with some pomegranate seeds and carrot were well stuffed and a bit warm and I appreciated that the texture of the grape leaves wasn't soggy compared to some spots. Also, the sourness was a bit more toned down compared to Al Badawi or others. These were excellent. Just alright was the Eggplant Napoleon for $16 consisting of layers of crispy breaded eggplant, baba, and a tomato-basil sauce. The eggplant was a bit overly fried and mostly was flavored by the tomato and basil with the baba being muted. My least favorite were the Makdous Peppers for $20 consisting of poblano and jalapeno peppers stuffed with walnuts, red pepper, and spicy harissa. The texture was nice with some crunch but I found it a bit pricey and the flavor was surprisingly bland with it being mostly dominated by the harissa. More successful were the entrees. My favorite was the Lamb Fetti for $32 with toasted pita, rice & vermicelli pilaf, shredded lamb, yogurt-tahini sauce & almonds which is also available with chicken for $28. Fetti, or rather more commonly spelled Fatteh, refers to the broken up pita on the bottom of this dish which adds texture and sops up the sauce. By comparison to other spots, the rice wasn't as dry, the meat was just as tender if not more, and the yogurt sauce was better flavored with a light sour kick. The almonds otherwise added crunch and the pilaf had a good texture. Also very tasty was the Lamb Shank Tagine for $42 with said lamb shank braised with olives, dried fruits, herbs, saffron, and spices with it being served with rice pilaf. The humorous thing to me is that it took this spot and not a Moroccan one to make a really good tagine. The lamb was cooked very nicely with there being some sweetness but it wasn't overpowering with the pickled cabbage and olives being a nice accompaniment. This was excellent as well. The Harissa Baked Chicken for around $27 or similar listed as boneless thighs with homemade spicy harissa, garlic, shallots, purple potatoes, green olives, dill & lemon and served with rice was also good. The chicken was tender and the harissa worked better here as the garlic and the rest of the herbs balanced it with dish almost having a bit of creaminess. Last but not least was the Sayadiyya for $34 listed as "the fisherman's meal" with rice sautéed with shredded porgy, caramelized onion, almonds & spices, and served with deboned fried porgy. The rice had plenty of flavor from spices being similar to ouzi minus the meat with the fish being well prepared. There was unfortunately some bones even though it was listed as boneless but overall, I liked this also. Our dessert was the Knafeh where a large order is $22 listed as their house specialty with crispy shredded filo dough layered with sweet cheese, baked until melted and golden brown then soaked in orange blossom syrup and pistachios. I have had knafeh/kunefe/kunafa in several places and this was the closest to my favorite place which is a Palestinian bakery in Paterson, NJ called Nablus Sweets. It wasn't overly sweetened, had just enough pistachio, the floral flavor wasn't too strong, and the cheese was well melted. I'd highly recommend this in short and I can see why others rave about it. I overall liked my meal here a lot. For mezze, there's some other spots I prefer but the entrees were excellent. Would go back to try their maklouba and other dishes. Ratings are well deserved even if I like Ayat a bit more. read more

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This is certainly a trek from manhattan, but a worthy one to try Levantine food! First off, the interior is quite spacious with some booth seating and larger round tables. Our server was great, and he kindly explained to us the various dishes and what he recommended. We ordered the musakhan and mhammara - the mhammara is a cold dip that combines pomegranate seeds, molasses, roasted red pepper, and nuts. It was a very interesting combo. I preferred the musakhan, which was definitely more of a familiar pairing. It was this deliciously crispy flatbread with shredded chicken and onions on top. I love the sumac seasoning. Also to note, they provide pita and pickled beets, turnips, and cauliflower as an appetizer - this turned out to be some of the most flavorful things we ate the entire meal! For the mains, we shared the lamb shank maklobeh and Kusa bil Laban. The kusa bil Laban is baby squash stuffed with rice and filet mignon, sitting in a soup of tart cilantro garlic yogurt sauce. Very flavorful. The lamb shank was the standout dish, as it was tender on a bed of soft, sticky rice, eggplant, and cauliflower. The yogurt sauce paired with it was divine - I wish I could drench all the meat in that sauce! For dessert, we ordered the knafeh with cheese, which is prepared on spot. While I don't typically like the overly sweet knafeh, the pairing with the cheese made it a heavier but more palatable dessert. Service is on the slower side, but the fresh dishes are worth the wait. While this isn't my favorite cuisine, it's one I hadn't tried before and I'm glad I was able to try at Tanoreen. Come for the service and great value! read more

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This is some of the best Levantine food in the city. It bills itself as Palestinian and makes some of my favorites! The staff is amazing and perhaps you'll want to take their recommendations if you can, because if you don't know what you're ordering there's a lot to choose from, but I have some strong suggestions. For sure get the Labneh, this is some of the best labneh in NYC. It reminds of the Labneh in Jerusalem. 100% get the musakhan. One of my favorite dishes, then put the labneh on top! This is a real win. Grape leaves lacked the flavor that I was looking for, they should be more tart or sour. They weren't bad, but they just didn't do it for me. Fetti is a must from an entree perspective - with the lamb it's perfect, and get all the dips. The harissa really transforms it, and is so good. The mixed grill is also quite good, and if you have enough people something I would get. You cannot leave this restaurant without getting the Kanafeh. I don't care how you spell it or say it, this is so well done here. Often times you'll see the cheese isn't pulling well, or the dish is soaked in too much rose sugar water, but in this case they do it perfectly! Cocktails are meh, but like come on, that's not why you're here. The ambiance is actually nice for a place out in Bay Ridge. It's clearly not ilili in Manhattan, but it's perfect for a family or date. read more

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Authentic Palestinian restaurant and traditional dishes. The food is always delicious and the service impeccable. The ambiance is conducive to a chill relaxed vibe. The knafa is amazing. read more

Every meal I've had here has been the best meal of my life. The Watermelon and Haloumi salad, the grape leaves, the kabobs, THE SAFFRON RICE. Bashar is maybe the greatest bartender I've ever had. New the neighborhood and have already been here three times. Take a sip of chilled Arak, and enjoy the stroll home. read more

Visited Tanoreen at the Time Out Market and got the Chicken Kabob - colorful platter with a filling portion of rice pilaf and refreshing cucumber, tomato, cabbage salad. The chicken was a bit charred and dried but the flavors as a whole paired nicely together. read more

Tanoreen - Chicken Kabob - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Terrific spot for delicious, authentic Middle Eastern food! I love their generous portions and ingredients always taste fresh. I always order the lamb shank and knafeh. The atmosphere is inviting and the staff are warm and attentive. read more

price - $120 including tax and tip food - 5/5 service - 5/5 ambiance - 5/5 all the foods were so yummy!!! i ordered the vegetarian grape leaves, falafel, chicken fetti, lamb shank and knafeh. the grape leaves were so flavorful and if you add the lemon on top, it creates such a nice mix with the leaves themselves. the falafels were crispy on the outside but moist on the outside! the sauce was such a nice add on to the falafel. the lamb shank was amazing!! all the meat just fell right off the bone. it was crazy!!! the chicken fetti was just as expected! tender chicken and flavorful rice mixed with all the delicate veggies!! the knafeh was what surprised me the most. i never expected that sweet crispy cheese could taste so amazing!!!! all the foods were to die for!!! the service was on top!!! my waiter was so nice and he kept checking up on us!! he gave us numerous recommendations cause we were first timers but still amazing service! the ambiance was amazing as well! i love how the interior design was nice and cozy but also filled with romantic vibes!!! this is a perfect place to bring your date or even your family members!!! i highly recommend you check this place out! read more

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Often said to be the best Lebanese food in Brooklyn, and it might be! One of the best table cloth and sit down meals in Bay Ridge. The food is delicious, the prices are a little high but the ambiance and service is exceptional. The small plates were great and would recommend trying 1-2 small plates per person and splitting a large entree. Food: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Service: 4/5 Value: 3/5 read more

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A truly mom and pop feeling space. This restaurant feels like a family and they treat their customers that way too! The food is amazing and the desert is to die for! read more

Tanoreen - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

MEHHH Have had better - small portions for cost, Paid extra for the sauces - should be given as part of the meal, garlic sauce was not good. read more

Tanoreen - Eggplant Salad - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Utterly incredible dishes and atmosphere. Would highly recommend, just beware the large portion sizes - bring a larger group to try a lot. read more

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Service 5.0 Stars Ambiance 5.0 Stars Drinks 2.5 Stars Meat grape leaves 3.0 Stars Upside down lamb and vegetables 5.0 Stars Combo kebab 4.0 Stars Overall 4.5 Stars We had a very nice experience dining here. The service was excellent--Omar, our waiter, was especially attentive and knowledgeable. The ambiance was warm and inviting, with beautifully designed plates that reflected the culture. We started with a glass of Rosé, which was just average, and a Ginger Beer that tasted a bit diluted. For our appetizer, we had the meat-filled grape leaves, which were good. The highlight of the meal was Makloobeh--a traditional Palestinian dish of lamb and vegetables served upside down--recommended by Omar. It was incredibly tender and full of rich, comforting flavors. The dish was complemented with the most delicious garlic sauce. We also tried the combo kebab, and every cut of meat was also tender. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Tanoreen is my go-to restaurant for my once a year birthday treat. It is, to me, a high-end yet cozy experience where you are made to feel like you are enjoying a home cooked meal lovingly made by professionals. I've never had a bad dish and I tend towards the different lamb (kafta, kibbie and lamb shank) and rice dishes. The one dish that I sometimes day dream about of theirs is the knafeh. If you don't know that that is and you love sweet desserts and cheese... do not hesitate to order it. read more

One of my favorite Middle Eastern restaurants in Brooklyn. Service is always great and the food is even better! The fattoush salad is one of the best salads I've ever had and the hummus goes amazing with their bread. So delicious! Always love coming here and will definitely be coming again. read more

Authentic Palestinian restaurant with really traditional food, like the one you will eat at a home. Service is super nice, vibes are fancy yet low key in an old BKLN style maintained restaurant. Prices are a bit high, but it is not a quick bite place anyways. The appetizers are great with special herbs. The halloomy zatar pie is one of a kind for its mix of herbs. read more

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Came to Bay Ridge to visit a friend, and we made a reservation at Tanoreen for Saturday lunch. It was good and especially for their knafeh, but was also on the pricier side. It's a nice ambience, but isn't necessarily upscale in presentation. We ordered the eggplant napoleon, their lamb special, the grilled combo, and finally the knafeh for dessert. The service was good! We've had a lot of Middle Eastern food, so our bar was pretty high for the food. The eggplant napoleon was excellent, and I'm really glad we tried it. Amazingly flavorful with lots of nice textures. We were a bit disappointed in the size of the grilled combo in light of how much it was, and the chicken in the combo was a bit dry. The lamb special was also good, though it wasn't my favorite (has raisins and almonds, and spices I normally associate with sweets). The knafeh was yummy and the first time I'd had it. We were able to share the regular sized one comfortably among four. It was great to try once but I'm not sure I would come back again. read more

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I had a truly pleasant dining experience. The ambiance was romantic and seating comfortable. The knafeh is freshly made, and takes time, so order it at the beginning of your meal. This dessert is what brought me back to this restaurant. The whole meal was fresh and flavorful. The portions were filling. I recommend giving it a try if you are in the area. read more

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The food here was incredible. It was absolutely worth the hike out to Bay Ridge. I came with one other friend and we shared all the dishes. We both had rosewater lemonades to drink, which was nice and refreshing. For small plates we had the makdous peppers and eggplant Napoleon. The peppers were stuffed with nuts and harissa, which made for a nice contrast in texture with the peppers. The filling was packed with warming spices and light tartness. The eggplant was fried to crispy perfection, served with rich baba ghanoush and bright tomato relish. For an entree, we had the vegan kibbie special. The kibbie seemed to be full of a variety of vegetables and comforting spices, with just a bit of crispiness on the outside. They were placed in a warm and rich rice dish, similar to khichdi. The absolute star was the knefeh - the noodles were crispy, and the cheese filling on the inside was incredibly unique, basically like a dessert mozarella. The dish was not too sweet either, and paired well with a Turkish coffee. Definitely make the trip out here! The knefeh lives up to the hype, and the rest of the food matches it in quality. read more

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Everything is always so delicious. I've been here I can't count how many times and will keep coming back. Food is delicious and fresh. Place is always clean and the ambiance is classy. Service is always with a smile and they truly couldn't be more helpful. Generous size portions all the time! read more

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Tanoreen in Bay Ridge completely impressed us. The atmosphere was warm and inviting with cozy lighting, big tables for sharing, and a lively energy that made the whole experience feel special. The service was excellent. Our server was friendly and attentive, taking time to walk us through the menu without rushing us even though the place was busy. The food was outstanding. The mezze spread was fresh and flavorful, the fried cauliflower with tahini was addictive, and the musakhan chicken was juicy and perfectly seasoned with sumac and caramelized onions. Portions were generous and we had plenty to take home. We finished with the knafeh which was gooey, cheesy, sweet and the perfect ending. read more

My husband and I came here for Valentine's Day and had a lovely experience. When we arrived, every table was filled. There was lively music and a healthy buzz from the other guests. We sat in the middle of the room. Tables were close but not too close and the restaurant felt comfortable. Our servers were kind and efficient. No complaints here! We had a few dishes and everything tasted great! We had the veal shank special, kofta and fatoush salad. We have since ordered from here and will definitely be back. read more

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Just sublime every time. Tanoreen nails elevated authentic Middle Eastern food. No notes. read more

Tanoreen - Tahini Kefta - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Vibe: 7.5/10 Service: 10/10 Value: 7.5/10 Musakhan: 9/10 Eggplant Napoleon: 8/10 Grilled combo: 8.25/10 Overall: 8.375/10 (4.19/5) read more

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I have visited this restaurant more than once and am happy to say that this place has some of the best Palestinian food I've ever had. The staff was friendly and had us seated almost immediately even though we did not have reservations. It is a great place to celebrate birthdays and have meals with family. All the foods that we got to eat were delicious and well seasoned. The favorite of the table was the lamb chops which were so soft and flavorful. We also ordered the grilled combo, baba, hummus, meat grape leaves, and the sayadiyya. They also have menus that change seasonal which are delicious. I would definitely go back and try other items on their menu. We also ordered some of their desserts such as the baklawa, harissa, and knafeh. Not only was the food delicious but the drinks as well. They paired well with the food. read more

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Make a reservation for this Middle Eastern restaurant tucked into an unassuming Bay Ridge corner and run by Chef/owner Rawia Bishara and her daughter. The hype is real. You won't be disappointed. Dinner starts with a warm welcome into the cozy space followed by a complimentary plate filled with delicious, pickled vegetables and a basket of za'atar-dusted flatbread and homemade warm pita. The dishes that followed filled the table with plates full of unique flavors and colors. The falafel was so crispy and delicious. Served with tahini, lettuce and tomatoes, it was perfectly paired with the warm pita. The best way to start a family dinner. The whole baked fish was amazing. Sea bass wrapped in grape leaves, seasoned with Tanoreen spices and baked in the oven. Served with a heaping side of rice or salad, it was delicious. Get an entree or a side of Sayadiya, the fisherman's meal. This was one of the highlights of our evening. Rice sauteed with shredded chunks of red snapper, caramelized onions, almonds and spices served with a filet of red snapper. Would definitely come back for this one. The Lamb Baked Eggplant reminded me a bit of Greek Moussaka. Layers of melt in your mouth delicious eggplant with tomatoes, potatoes, ground lamb, spices and topped with almonds. Each bite was so delectable. Can't decide what vegetarian sides to get? The vegetarian combo is perfect to sample many tasty treats. Shulbato, lentil pilaf, veggie grape leaves, tomato salad and dandelion salad. Love the Arabic tomato salad is actually a bright red tomato and cucumber salad with onions, mint and lemon-olive oil. The grape leaves are filled with rice, parsley, onions and tomatoes. Come hungry or with a large group of family or friends. The meals are very generous. You'll leave very satisfied and ready to make a reservation to come again. read more

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Really disappointing service. Not only was the staff unfriendly, but they also refused to give me a to-go box for food I had already paid for. That's ridiculous and left a really bad impression. Customer service clearly isn't a priority here. read more

Nice atmosphere, excellent service. The menu is interesting and authentic, and great cocktails. The food was delicious and full of flavor. read more

Tanoreen - Kofta - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Food - out of this world. There wasn't a bite that didn't blow up taste buds. We particularly loved the eggplant Napoleon and the Lamb fetti (sp?) - a biryani of lamb, nuts, rice & vermicelli. Nice wine list, for next time Service - they were really sweet, accommodating, and everything came out coursed & perfectly paced Ambience - upscale and low key neighborhoody all at once read more

Finally made it to Tanoreen after it had been on my list for a long time and so glad I did! We had a reservation but it wasn't too busy on a Wednesday evening so we probably could have walked in. Love the pickles they give you at the beginning! Also really enjoyed the cauliflower app and the string beans. The yogurt they use on top of the fetti is so fresh and tangy. Definitely want to come back and try more of the menu. read more

I went here on a Saturday night with family. We did have an early reservation but it never was fully packed while we were there. There's a decent beer menu with full bar. We had the hummus for an appetizer which had multiple different spreads and pita. I had the Kibbie for the main course and a salad. The portions were just right and everything was delicious and well seasoned. There's a menu of daily specials and the general menu. Lots of vegetarian options. The staff were very attentive to our needs throughout the meal. The restaurant has a great and friendly atmosphere. read more

Tanoreen - Middle Eastern Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I was ready to catch them in a lie but found only truth in the reviews. The meals hit the mark, costs stay reasonable and workers are pleasant. The visual aspects impressed me, but the salt did not. Every worker exhibits exceptional skills. I plan to come to this spot for food. read more

The food and the service both matter when creating a beautiful dining experience. Whoever is running the Tanoreen Time Out Market outpost is very rude. I asked for an extra garlic sauce as the meat tastes better with a sauce. The woman there rudely told me there is a charge for a small extra garlic sauce. I can obviously afford it if I can afford a meal there. I am happy to pay, if I paid for such an expensive meal, but they should behave politely. How something is said matters. Also, all extra charges should be listed on the menu and this was not. For a kabob plate priced over $32 they should just give a small condiment if asked without a fuss and without creating such a distasteful experience. read more

I've been reading about Tanoreen for sometime now-- not to mention passing by whenever going to my hair salon in BayRidge/3rd Avenue. Tanoreen has been cited in articles as a must visit; it's been on my go to list for a while. Although the menu outlined some great selections from hot and cold appetizers to mains and seafood selections, my order was simple. The dish, labeled as Shrimp from the Seafood category was the order. No appetizers this first time around. Described as Shrimp prepared with lemon and garlic and served with rice, it seemed simple. However it was packed with so much flavor. Delivery was prompt and entrees were carefully packed. The serving included six shrimp laying on top an abundance of rice. There is something about Middle Eastern rice that is unbeatable. It's prepared with a fine vermicelli. This was no exception. The shrimp and rice were delicious--like a marriage made in heaven. My only observation is as follows: the shrimp and rice didn't run evenly. There was too much rice leftover for me. Rice lovers might disagree. I do enjoy rice but I would have preferred a side salad combined with far less rice. A thinking out loud suggestion. Overall, Tanoreen is an excellent restaurant and I want my next visit to be a dine in experience and i want to try more selections. I have my eye on the Haloumi appetizer. Mmmmm. Tanoreen----One to try. read more