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    Falafel Tanami

    4.7 (102 reviews)
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    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Hannah H.

    I love me a good falafel pita, so I was pretty excited to try out Falafel Tanami when I was in the area. The menu is Kosher-certified and offers a vegetarian menu - I went for the Falafel Pita with extra hummus, fried eggplant (which are chunks, located next to the french fries), shredded red cabbage, tahini, and extra pickles. The sandwich itself was just okay - it was very bland, so not sure if this place uses salt or any type of seasoning at all. The falafel themselves are small and had a slight crisp exterior, but the inside was a bit more mushy and didn't have much of a taste. I was not a fan of the fried eggplant, as they were unseasoned and made the falafel pita even more mushy in texture - I wished they had baba ghanouj instead as an option. Staff members are friendly and try to keep the line moving; note that the 'locals' here seem to feel entitled and have absolutely no regard to a line that is already in existence - just call them out on their behavior, and you'll be fine. This place is small, with maybe a couple of seats at the counter inside with an enclosed 'patio' area with more seating. +bland falafel pitas +friendly service +obnoxious local customers present

    New location - same great falafel
    Neil B.

    Having eaten falafel in Haifa, in Jerusalem, at Mamouns in the village since the early 1970's and at Famous Pita on Coney Island Avenue in 2002, when I was introduced to Falafel Tanami by some friends as one of the best falafel places ever, I was of course skeptical. I was wrong. It is! Great flavor, not oily and a comfortable informal restaurant - it's the real thing!

    Super soft and savory falafel I have ate! Delishh sandwich
    Sandra S.

    One of the best and most softest falafels I have had. The sandwich was amazing & the vegetables were so fresh and complemented the sandwich and falafel so well! Bread was so soft and delicious! Sauce was also very tasty! Super delish and I will be coming back!

    New prices January 2025
    Laura C.

    Small hole in the wall, somewhat diverse in its overall look. They make falafel and they make it extremely well. The staff serving you are genuinely friendly and want to please you. Whatever you want, no matter the quantity they will put i in your pita. Food is fresh and delicious, peppers are spicy even though I thought they wouldn't be. Falafel balls are loose and soft but don't fall apart. The line moes fast and the balls keep coming out hot and fresh. Prices just went upon one dollar, the pita is now $9 each, still worth the price.

    Egg plant and fries to add into pita if needed
    Anna S.

    Wow! This place is a gem tucked away in Brooklyn. It's a bit far of a commute if you're in Manhattan but conveniently it's close to one of the subway station. We came on a Saturday morning right after they opened and there was no line. I got the full sized falafel pita sandwhich but honestly they stuff it so much one is big enough to share with two people. I probably would just get the half size next time. You can choose any ingredients you see on the counter including eggplants, fries, cabbages, pickled veggies, etc. Definitely make sure to get the pink minced garlic sauce, it's amazing! I asked them to put some of the pickled pepper and the baby picked eggplant on the side so I cans savor it later without overfilling my sandwich. I actually was never a fan of falafel until I ate the falafel pita sandwich here. It tasted so fresh and paired so nicely with all the sauces they have in house. The unlimited toppings also adds to the excitement as I'm a big fan of vegetables. They have small standing table area indoors as well as outdoor seating. The place is quite small so don't expect to always find seating so you might have to plan to take your food to go if it's too busy. The staff is super friendly. They take both credit and cash!

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    Alan W.

    It was our final day in NYC for a few months. Time to enjoy Israeli street food in Midwood, Brooklyn. I go to Israel often, so I can't help but know what good falafel pitas should be like. This was it!! I got a falafel pitas. The pita was fresh & tasty & soft. The generous falafel inside was perfectly flavored & cooked fresh. Lots of chickpea, parsley, & seasonings made this fantastic. At the pita bar I chose many toppings to stuff the pita. I added Israeli Salad, eggplant, red cabbage, tahini, pickles, & so on. What a fantastic meal.

    Estee A.

    They do falafel so damn well here. Being here transported me back to Israel. My biking group, queer joy ride ended our ride here last night and man I wasn't even hungry but the half falafel I got hit the spot. I got the half falafel with pickles, fries, purple cabbage, a little tachina and chummus. They even have Israeli hand soap by the sink! Truly a taste of Israel, I look forward to my return. They have a few tables outside their brick and mortar establishment that is enclosed.

    Marc K.

    Had to run an errand to this area and thought maybe I can get a falafel in these parts. So yelped it. Saw quite a few listed, drove to one and thought yeah it looks nice but something drew me to this falafel spot. The real deal. Well deserving of its kudos. Hustling and bustle of a tiny place. I knew I was at the right spot. Prices are great and the falafel was scrumptious! I decided to only get a half sandwich thinking a whole would be too big for a snack. Maybe I should have lol. But the half was sooo good. It's like a roadside shack feel inside. Has some tables to sit at in enclosed space outside (that could be a little cleaner ). Otherwise loved that I ventured to this falafel joint.

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    I went there today. It's my favorite place for falafel. This is the best falafel place. I was here a few months ago. The manager is great and he remembered me from my past visit. . I live in Maryland and it doesn't match the quality of Falafel Tanami !!! Their food is prepared fresh and they're consistent. I come to New York every 6-8 weeks and I try to go to Falafel Tanami when I'm here. Don't let the hole in the wall place fool you. They make the best falafel second to none. I've taken photos to prove it.

    Falafel pita (takeout/eat at home) - with amazing hot chili sauce
    Lailah J.

    My husband has been raving about this place for a while now and told me he was bringing me the "famous falafel pita sandwich." I thought: whatever... but OMG I was not prepared for how gobsmackingly good it is! The soft pita is stuffed to the brim with fluffy, deliciously seasoned falafel balls and flavorful pickled veggies & fixins - you can customize the toppings - and the combination of flavors is just mwwwah! Truly world class. I also can't get enough of the amazing chili sauce/oil. Be careful with the grilled jalapeños though as you might hit on one that carries some serious tear-inducing heat! Take it from a bonafide spicehead and heat seeker. Just so, so, so good. The best falafel pita I've ever had!

    Falafel balls, salad, sabich, zhug ( hot sauce), fresh pita bread.

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    Best falafel in the United States. There is no competing with Tanami's perfection. The new space is amazing, they deserve all the success.

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    Amazing veggie pita with crunchy falafel and eggplant and many veggie sides. Get the schug (spicy sauce).

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