Soom Soom is genuinely a perfect restaurant. I am amazed at their offerings, especially the eggplant and cauliflower shawarma. Service is always great, and the entrees are reasonably priced. I adore the cauliflower pita, and it gets loaded with every yummy topping you can think of! The perfect mix of flavors, including a little spice. The space itself is small, with just a few tables inside to each (and a couple outside as well). I highly recommended Soom Soom for everyone - there will be something for you! My new go-to lunch spot on the UES! read more

Soom Soom - Cauliflower Pita - Falafel Near Me - New York, New York

I ate at Soom Soom two days in a row ordering the cauliflower pita day 1 and the falafel pita the next day, I didn't make it back for day three to try the eggplant pita. Both pitas were good, filling, and as others have mentioned, I also forgot to ask for sauces they offer only if asked, which might have taken the pita from a 4 to a 5 (unlikely). Solid spot for lunch and it gets busy, so get there a bit early to avoid the line and the rush when assembling your order. read more

After a nice day visiting the MET and checking out the new exhibits, it was time for food. Happened to notice this place and decided lunch will be here. Upon entering, the space seems limited, seating for a total of 6-8 people max. We went simple this time for a falafel pita. Ordering was cafeteria style with two people manning the station. The wait after ordering was around 5-10mins and it didn't come with sauces either. Only later found out you can ask for them thanks to another customer letting us know. The pita Falafel was average, a little dry for me, maybe if I had the sauces, then it would have changed the flavor/texture?, only suggestion would be to offer add-ons/sauces if that's a option. read more

Soom Soom - Falafel Pita - Falafel Near Me - New York, New York

I'm usually unimpressed by falafel dishes as they often are dry and tasteless! Soom Soom has THE BEST falafel sandwich ever!! Fresh, delicious, amazing! read more

For some reason I had high hopes from this place but unfortunately I was a lil disappointed, I had a falafel bowl and falafel pita - everything just tasted so bland, not sure if it's because of sauce or something. Loved the part that they were able to accommodate our vegan request. read more

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WOW! WOW! WOW! I was walking from East 93rd & Lexington to Grand Central Terminal Sunday around lunch. I could not decide what I wanted to eat until I saw Soom Soom - and they had 3 items - Falafel Sandwich, Sabbich (Eggplant) Sandwich, and Chicken Schwarma Sandwich. I ordered the Sabbich - as it's been years, and a side of falafel to try. I sat down in a park about 15 blocks away and ate the Sabbich - I was going to eat half but it was so good! Spike my blood sugar but not horribly at all! Had 1 falafel ball - amazing! Without question, in a city full of Sabbich and Falafel, I will be back here! Highly recommended - the falafel was unbelievable and the sabbich is a sandwich I will dream about (yeah top 5 right now - and 2 are Eggplant). read more

Soom Soom is an Israeli-Mediterranean Vegan/Vegetarian restaurant located on East 77 St. & Lexington Avenue. It's a fast & casual over the counter restaurant that provides friendly service & delicious food such as Falafels, Hummus, Shawarmas, Salads & and assortment of tasty, healthy toppings, fillings & garnishes. I personally like lots & lots of tahini sauce on my Falafel! The atmosphere is very casual but tasteful with its traditional tiled Mediterranean floors & modern wall decor. read more

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To be fair, it's a 3.5. The hummus was just not that flavorful, is my main complaint. The falafel were excellent- not greasy, tasty, moist. Fresh cucumber and tomato salad, good tahini. The place itself is pleasant enough to sit and have a quick lunch or dinner, though I have only had take out. My Mom found the whole wheat pita in desperate need of toasting; she said it was coming apart. I thought the employees were a bit mixed; some very pleasant and helpful, others less helpful but still friendly. read more

This is hands down the best falafel I've ever had. Made fresh and fried to crispy golden perfection then stuffed into a pita with an other worldly blend of crunchy pickled veggies and flavorful herbs and sauces. 10/10 and my excuse to trek to upper east side every time. Great quick service and cute seating right next door to Butterfield Market. read more

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I dropped in on my way from my Dr's office. I ordered the Falafel Pita w/ all the toppings. The food was decent and the service was great. read more

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First time trying it Falafel Salad Bowl go try some it actually tastes good and look good read more

Soom Soom - First time trying it Falafel Salad Bowl go try some it actually tastes good and look good - Falafel Near Me - New York, New York

Tamam morphed into Soom Soom. It's not clear why. Maybe it's because it's no longer vegan and chicken schwarma is now offered as an option. Otherwise it's the same. Excellent falafel, fried eggplant, cauliflower (and now chicken) available as sandwiches, salads and platters. The food is perfectly cooked. The sides are excellent and put competitor Mamoun's to shame. My wife and I make dinner for two out of a falafel platter with an extra side of falafel and an extra pita bread. Maybe $25 for a healthy meal for two on the Upper East Side- schwing! Great option to have available. read more

While the food is pretty good, the service, atmosphere, and price lead this to be a 4-star review. First, the food is really tasty. Everything is very mildly spiced but fresh ingredients make this taste good. The warm pita bread they serve plates with are also extremely delicious (soft and flavorful). Service is ok - staff aren't friendly, just terse. Atmosphere is also ok - not much seating and not the cleanest. Lastly, price is way overinflated from what it should be. A pita sandwich is very small and shouldn't be $13 ($16 after tax/tip). And the bowls start at $17 ($21 after tax/tip)! Both of these prices need to drop at least three dollars before it is reasonable compared to other restaurants in the surrounding area. read more

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SERVICE - located on the upper east side - small interior with limited seating - dishes are packed for takeaway as most people opted to do that - order made fresh in front of you - no restroom available - ambiance good for a casual meal or a quick lunch MENU - custom bowls, pita wraps, and hummus platters - all vegan/vegetarian - average price ($16 per entree) FOOD - eggplant hummus (7/10): hummus topped with fried eggplant, chickpeas, tahini, and optional spicy green sauce with a side of fluffy pita bread. This could be easily shared between two people as the portion is quite generous. The hummus was the star of the show. It was creamy and light with just the right amount of bitterness from the tahini and richness of the olive oil. I did not love the fried eggplant as it was oily and lacked flavor. It was also hard to eat a large slab of eggplant on top of the hummus. WOULD I GO BACK? Yes, I liked the hummus and would want to try other toppings to confirm my rating. read more

Soom Soom - Hummus Eggplant Bowl - Falafel Near Me - New York, New York

Coming from LA.. Looking for a good falafel.. This one was amazing, fresh and tasty . Perfect spot . read more

Soom Soom - Falafel Pita - Falafel Near Me - New York, New York

The food overall is very bland and the service left a lot to be desired. I don't recommend this restaurant in a city full of great cuisine. In terms of menu items, I especially do not suggest ordering the "israeli salad". Tamam is definitely a skip in my humble opinion! Food: 1/5 Price: 2/5 Experience: 1/5 read more

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Amazing hummus-centric fast casual bowls made with care and cheery service. I got the salad bowl with cauliflower and each bite was the perfect balance of flavors and textures. The cauliflower was hearty and flavorful, the toppings were crisp and fresh, and the hummus was the perfect amount of creaminess to mix into each bite. The portion size was the perfect amount for a reasonably healthy yet filling lunch, and came out to be $16.50 after tax. I got my order to-go, but there are two high tables by the window for dine-in. My meal was so delicious and filling. I can't wait to come back again! read more

Soom Soom - Cauliflower Salad - Falafel Near Me - New York, New York

So in the Lenox Hill Hospital area and hungry but not famished. Check Yelp for what's in the area by rating and up pops Tamam Falafel. Never heard of them and had noticed another falafel spot nearby but this rating made it a must stop. Got a side of humus & pita and both AMAZING. The place is clean, simple & tiny with a two top, a high table with seating for 4 & a counter with seating for 2. The staff is friendly & solicitous I will return! read more

Soom Soom - 5oz side of FABULOUS Humus & in house pita. - Falafel Near Me - New York, New York

probably the best falafel I have had in NYC. I also love the hummus here. The way they layer the pitas putting salads then falafel then salad again is what really gets you that flavor bomb! read more

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Small with just a few tables inside and out but the ingredients, preparation, presentation, portioning etc. are all excellent. Reasonably priced for a big ( but healthy) meal. Definitely get the chicken shawarma added to your dish! read more

The place is called soom soom. Falafels were okay. Pita was a bit soggy. Prob would not come back.

I was so lucky to find this spot while in the area! Seriously fresh, and SERIOUSLY flavorful. I love the simplicity, but also the deliciousness. Staff was so nice, and had good energy. They have outdoor seating, and indoor seating. Outside wasn't too hot. Great find on Yelp! read more

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Was hungry for something good before hitting up the Met and if you know the upper east side is that it's pricey to eat up there so your options are super limited to carts or fast food and this place hit the spot The guys working here weee super friendly and let me tell you the portions and the flavor and vibe was amazing Sooo good! If you want amazing vegetarian food come here read more

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Could this be the fluffiest falafel I've eaten in my entire life??? Quite possibly. As close to falafel perfection as I've ever tasted. Slightly crisp exterior, moist fluffy interior, good texture not too grainy, not too salty, allowing a good balance of flavors when eaten together with the other sandwich fixings. Ok I'm no expert on Mediterranean cuisine and only eat it occasionally but I'd happily eat this more often. And they're vegan! which funny I had no idea until after eating here and it didn't even cross my mind that there wasn't any meat served here. Walking in on a Saturday afternoon 2pm the store wasn't too crowded, a few tables of 2 sitting outside in under the covered outdoor seating area. Inside there are a couple high-top tables with stools with seating for 6-7 people. No line. I ordered a pita sandwich $12.50 with (if you couldn't tell from above) falafel and all the toppings. There were maybe 4-5 very good-sized falafels included. Other components included red cabbage slaw, cucumber salad, pickles, regular cabbage sauerkraut of sorts (pardon my lack of familiarity with this!), sliced red onions, tahini sauce, fresh chopped herbs (parsley?). All stuffed gently and generously into a toasted warm pita. DEEelicious! I also got the pita chips $2 made with the in-house pita bread with was very crispy-crunchity and the slightest bit chewy in the middle from being made with fresh bread. Terrific lunch here and I will be back! read more

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This place is amazing. The falafels and chicken shawarma were absolutely top notch. Great staff. Great cooks!!!

Some of the best restaurants are the ones that do only a few things and do them exceptionally well. Tamam is one of those. Falafel is of course fried to order, and is flavorful, soft and moist. The pita is soft and freshly baked, and is overstuffed with falafel, tangy cabbage and other vegetables, and is covered with tahini and spicy green sauce (which is optional). Instead of falafel, you can get fried cauliflower in the same sandwich. Also absolutely delectable. All the ingredients are top notch and it's a good deal as well as being delicious. If you are in a falafel mood, don't hesitate. read more

BEST falafel I have had in NYC, and I am very picky about my falafel. The falafel is so moist and green, crispy with all the right textures. My favorite thing to get here is the falafel pita which is stuffed to the brim with at least 5 pieces of falafel, hummus, crunchy fresh and pickled veggies in the softest pita. This time, we also got the falafel hummus (good, comes with a side of fresh pita, but not the best hummus I ever had) an a side of sabich (a bit bland on its own, but not overly oily. Thinly battered and crisp, great if you love eggplant, and would probably be better in a platter or sandwich for more flavor) and israeli salad (very refreshing on the side). Pita is very very top notch and tastes really good when it first comes out, fresh and fluffy and warm. The pita does cool down fast though so would eat the pita first. First time I had Tamam was 3 years ago and their quality is still amazing. The portions are huge and very filling; affordable too since we paid around $40 for a dinner for 2!! Service is very quick and the shop is small with nice sidewalk seating... just wish they had a location downtown! read more

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I'd read some hype about this place, and Israeli/Mediterranean food is in my top 5 favorite cuisines, so I suggested to a friend that we meet there for lunch. Unfortunately, I guess I didn't read carefully. It's more of a takeout place than a restaurant. A couple of little tables and a small counter inside. No restroom. No table service. That said, the bowl with hummus and falafel and a couple of delicious toppings that I had, for well under $20. was worth it. Quinoa, if I wanted it. Pickled red cabbage if I wanted it. You order at the counter, menu on boards above and behind. We both really enjoyed the food! read more

I always order takeout from this place. Quick and fresh. The service on the phone is good and they listen to any requests. Not sure how the restaurant is but would love to visit. This is more lebenese style falafel without white and red sauce. Despite the lack of these classic sauces, the falafel is very well made! Pure is fresh and soft. Falafel is tasty and crunchy. The green sauce adds nice spice. The pickles and salad fillings add to the taste. I always love ordering from here and will definitely continue ordering read more

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Tamam is soooooo good. Healthy and fresh and vegan! I really really love the cauliflower platter with hummus and fresh veggies. The fried eggplant is also delicious and a truly massive portion. The portions are generous The priced are reasonable The veggies are always super fresh. Love the hummus too! read more

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Real hidden gem off Lexington avenue. Nice outdoor seating too, for people watching. The food though, 10/10! Super fresh and filling. Staff was extremely friendly too. All in all, great value. read more

Soom Soom - Falafel Near Me - New York, New York

An absolutely great vegan place for lunch! The falafel itself was easily the star of the show. It was fried per order and it was insanely fresh and crispy. They Load up your pita sandwich, if you get a platter they load it up as well. The hummus is creamy, the tahini is great, pickled veggies all pair so well, pita is fluffy. I really want to try the sabbich as the eggplant looks really really good! read more

Soom Soom - Falafel Pita - Falafel Near Me - New York, New York

This place is amazing!! I had the eggplant sabich on a pita sandwich with the soup of the day. Eggplant is very hit or miss for me, but this was delicious. Two giant lightly fried eggplant slices in a perfectly baked pita with delicious fresh vegetables chickpeas and hummus tahini. I am obsessed!! Wish this place had more locations in Brooklyn closer to where I live. Love the go vegan signs outside too! read more

I'm not a vegan and I do not like falafel. That said, Tamam is one of my favorite places in the area. If you haven't tried sabich, enlighten yourself and be amazed. If you like hummus and fresh vegetables, this place is for you. The sandwiches are excellent, but if you're hungry, get a platter. Their pita is phenomenal. $15 gets you enough food that you definitely won't be hungry for a bit. 5/5. Don't miss it. read more

First place was great, I can see why there's a line going out the door! On this visit, I got the eggplant platter, $15.50 ($16.88 after tax). Absolutely delicious! Eggplant was crispy, not too thinly sliced. Veggies and quinoa were both fresh, hummus was a smooth puree. That pita bread was extra fluffy. If your order does not normally come with one, it's worth the extra cost to get it. I ordered online to save time, and I picked it up. They work fast, and the food is fresh and tasty. I wish I could give 4.5 stars, but there is no bathroom, Limited drink options, which are mostly can soft drinks. Very limited seating, only seven bar stools on a high table. However they do have extra ( but also limited) seating outside in an outdoor shelter. I would come back if I'm in the area again. read more

Soom Soom - Eggplant platter, $15.50 ($16.88 after tax). Absolutely delicious! Eggplant was crispy, not too thinly sliced. - Falafel Near Me - New York, New York

Delicious! Stuffed to the brim if you choose all the toppings. It's a small hole in the wall place so not really a place to sit and eat unless you're cool with shed dining. Quick turn around from order to payment. I'm sure during the lunch rush there's a bit of a wait because the place is small. The falafels were crispy and moist - balanced in flavor and filling. I would definitely come back. read more

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Tamam, is a small, vegan Middle Eastern restaurant on the UES cooking up some of the best falafel sandwiches in the city. Not to be overshadowed, the sabich is not to be skipped on, with its large pieces of deep-fried eggplant sandwiched in a pita. Never seen or tasted one like this before. Tamam uses fresh, organic ingredients including on the Israeli salad, pickles, and tahini the pitas are stuffed with. Must try the cauliflower next time. You can opt for these toppings on a platter or salad bowl as an alternative to the pita. The place is super casual and the service is friendly and efficient. There are four counter seats inside and some outdoor seating, perfect for people-watching. Or better yet, take it to the park, just three blocks away for a wonderful mid-day meal. read more

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This is a great spot for a quick lunch! Pros: + Vegetarian friendly + Reasonably priced + Amazing falafel + Fast, quick lunches IG: QueenOfAdventureNYC read more

Fresh, full, fluffy pita filled with perfectly spiced large falafel joined crunchy creamy red cabbage and pickles. How can you go wrong? They got it right! Easy pick up. read more

Soom Soom - Falafel pita - Falafel Near Me - New York, New York

Popped in here for a quick meal before a show in the area and it was the right choice. The service was quick ordering a falafel sandwich and hummus bowl with eggplant. Easy to see and grab various drinks by the register. They have high top tables inside, outdoor seating in front of the restaurant and inside a shed on the street (We choose inside since some dudes were leaning around the shed smoking doobies lol). The falafel sandwich I ordered without onions - it was a solid little football of a pita with something good in every bite. Falafel, Israeli salad, pickled cabbage and pickles with tahini tying it all together really is so satisfying. The hummus bowl is fairly large added eggplant to this - its probably meant to be shared because its a lot of hummus to eat. The hummus is impossibly silky smooth with the satisfyingly crisp eggplant and whole chickpeas - a little spicy dressing was added and of course a swirl of EVOO. I found it really cool and considerate that when we sat inside we were next to speaker playing music - it was a little loud, but without asking they lowered the music. As with everything nowadays the prices have gone up (25% increase in sandwich price I notice last couple of years) - everything is fresh, delicious and filling. A great choice with a steady stream of customers confirmed. read more

Soom Soom - Falafel sandwich - Falafel Near Me - New York, New York

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