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This is an excellent lunch spot. Super generous with the portions, one pan can easily be split into two meals. I like stopping here whenever I am in the neighborhood around lunch time. The girls who work here are super friendly, additional star for good service. read more

Taboonette - Chicken Shawarma Pan and Falafel - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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Kalle B.

2 years ago

Got takeout, it's DELICIOUS. Everyone was sweet and helpful, and super fast service. Big portions, not too expensive read more

Taboonette - Sweet Potato Falafel Pan, Falafel Pan, Housemade Pita Chips, Hummus Bowls No Topping - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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Nicholas G.

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4 years ago

This is a hidden gem in nyc and without Yelp I wouldn't have found it. It is a little shop that pumps out some respectable middle eastern grub. The pulled pork pan which comes with rice and some other sides was the best thing we had. The sweet potato falafel wasn't bad either and comes with a nice yogurt sauce. The hummus had a funky taste to it so I wasn't the biggest fan. The chips weren't my favorite either. The inside is small with a couple communal tables. Not the best dining experience when eating in but whatever. You can tell they have passion for what they do and care. Check it out! read more

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I came here with a friend for dinner and got the chicken schwarma pita. I was worried it wouldn't be enough for dinner, but I left full and happy!! The food came out quick, and it's a quick service, fast casual atmosphere-we sat on the barstools. I wished they layered the ingredients in the pita a bit more because the top was just salad and a bit plain, but once I got to the chicken, it was DELICIOUS!! The schwarma is so juicy and flavorful, and the tahini is perfect with it. The chips are also a nice addition-seasoned well and comes with this spicy green garlic sauce!! I'll definitely come back!! read more

Taboonette - Chicken Shawarma Pita - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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Britni M.

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2 years ago

Quick, easy, and delicious. I got the chicken shawarma pita and loved it. Pita is so soft. Love the chips it comes with as a side. The owner is also super nice! read more

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Maryam A.

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Tasty spot for a quick and delicious lunch! I ordered through DoorDash and was surprised how the food came within 35 minutes! First off, it was well packaged which is a game changer bc some places send quite messy food!... I have ordered from here three times and can say it is consistent. Braised shawarma and the chicken shawarma are both solid options, I preferred chicken more but both are good! I like their ratio of salad, hummus and rice for the bowls on top of the meat bc the salad was fresh- it felt like a proper meal rather than me eating pure meat and rice. All in all - good spot , can't go wrong! read more

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Elizabeth A.

3 years ago

The employees were really nice but my god, has anyone ever even tasted this food before serving it to people? The flavors are so off and incompatible. The tahini tasted like a face cream, and the lamb was the least flavorful lamb I've ever had. And why was there mashed up tomatoes like a salsa on it? And plain brown rice and dry arugula... This could have been so much more. read more

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Kara D.

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Great place for a fresh mediterranean pita or plate. Decently priced for the food you get. I've eaten there (its more of a take out place), taken away and had delivered. Honestly, everything on their menu has been great, from the cauliflower and eggplant to the chicken. They also make excellent schug (hot green sauce), but you need to ask for it. The only downside is that if you're doing delivery, i've found that its usually about an hour wait (kinda slow for this area). read more

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Winston G.

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3 years ago

Fresh Mediterranean food, friendly service and efficient. This would be my go to spot in the village for a quality grab and go and I'll definitely be back. read more

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G C.

4 years ago

Some of the best Mediterranean food that I've had in NYC. Very fast preparation and healthy options. Friendly service. I will definitely return. read more

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So glad to have discovered this place. Super efficient people working here. Menu is on the wall too if you are on a hurry. Communal seating with napkins salt and pepper on every table. I had a lamb shawarma on a plate. Lamb was v fatty which I guess is a great thing for most people. Yellow rice smelled a tad like turmeric but hey that just means natural food coloring. Brownie point there! Salad on the side. And some sort of yogurt based sauce. What was the star of the show? The green mint chili chutney thing! Dying to go back to th their vegan dishes. read more

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Robert P.

4 years ago

This used to be a real go to delivery place for us prior to and post pandemic. However, now that the pandemic is over they are no longer on their game. Most recently, it seemed they changed the ingredients (while raising the prices (SUBSTANTIALLY) on two of our favorite sandwiches. When my wife called to politely inquire about the change, the snotty young girl working on a Saturday evening got all huffy and started to say junk like, "calm down, Miss, it's only a salad" (actual quote). My wife was not only calm but laughing the thing off but the little snot continued to carry on. Now frankly, I don't know that any of our local restaurants can afford to be nasty to their long time local patrons (who are the lifeblood of any local joint), but I think I am now finished with them as I don't have the patience for nasty workers who aren't even the owners! One more thing. Though the sandwiches are OK, they have almost DOUBLED in price. So, they are also not worth the money, especially since Taboonette is not the only game in town. I would actually give them NO STARS strictly based on their nastiness. For now they'll have to settle for one. read more

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Cheyenne Z.

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4 years ago

solid food, nice service -- good lunch spot! a very solid lunch spot! ordered the lamb shawarma pita (8/10) which came with a side of chips. the meat was delicious as was the sauce in the pita, but the chips were a bit plain. if not for my friend's hummus bowl ($10, just a ton of hummus and pita) the chips would not have been finished haha. other friend got the lamb shawarma pan which had a delicious looking egg on it and i may try it next time :) also, the woman at the front was very kind and friendly, and i liked the vibes of the people working here! overall, would recommend for a quick lunch -- pitas under $15, pans under $20, but definitely enough for lunch! read more

Taboonette - Braised Lamb Shawarma Pita - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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Mellissa A.

3 years ago

Lacking in flavor and salt. I tried the brown rice, shawarma, salmon, and hummus, and it all tasted like a ghost of a dish.

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Lia G.

3 years ago

This has become a go to neighborhood take out spot. Delicious and always consistent Mediterranean bowls and pitas!

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Jayden B.

4 years ago

! Yes, yes, yes, yes, YES ! I personally don't have a big palette for healthy food, but i highly recommend this place! I got the Salmon Pan and MMMM. She was so scrumptious. I will have to go back to check out the rest of the menu but this place was so good so fresh ! I came out feeling happily full but not feeling like having to roll around after the meal. If you need a healthy break or looking for something light-er , try try TRY !!!! read more

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Kamy D.

4 years ago

Lost their touch. 90 minutes and I am still waiting on my delivery. Order was confirmed to be here in 50 minutes. Checked on them after an hour. Lied to me by saying it will be here in 10 min. Called them again at 90 minutes after ordering they said it was on its way and the delivery person had a bunch of deliveries. I mentioned that this was not meeting expectations and that I will be leaving a bad review. They replied: do it ! So here we go. Bye bye taboonette. Clearly the management who used to be awesome has moved on to another project and leaving the operations run by others. Bad customer service and cold food is the outcome. read more

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Autumn B.

4 years ago

Stopped in on a Sunday afternoon with my boyfriend for dinner. We were looking for something casual but filling and delicious, and we found it with Taboonette! Lots of food for a great price. Everything tasted fresh and authentic, we loved the tzatziki with the pita chips especially. I got the chicken schwarma pita, and he got the pulled pork pan....that pulled pork was SO moist and flavorful. The jicama apple slaw was amazing as well. I got the mint lemonade to drink (yum!!) and he got the Calamansi lime. It was so good, he took another one home with us! We will definitely be back. It definitely fills up fast, we barely got seats, so be warned during peak hours. (Would be great for takeout, too.) read more

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Frank T.

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Perfect 4 star lunch. Get here early. I dined nearly alone today at 11:30 but I know this place gets mobbed during rush. For a Friday during Lent, went with the first pita on the menu: Kruveet: roasted cauliflower, eggplant, squash, arugula herbed salad, hummus and tahini. Yum. Not sure why it wasn't mixed up more. If getting the pita, eat fast or sit next to a napkin dispenser. read more

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Ruslan N.

3 years ago

I've been coming to Taboonette since this place was opened. Really liked their food - it felt like in Tel Aviv. Not any longer... Over the past few months the quality of their food has deteriorated significantly. Today I picked up Chicken shawarma, which was lacking tomato coulis, tahini and hummus (although they were listed in the menu), and humus bowl which was accompanied by not very fresh pita bread. It's highly unlikely that I will be coming back. Sad to see this self-destruction. read more

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Teresa L.

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Wanted to have a quick bite before movie and found this place on Yelp with great reviews. Indeed it did not disappoint. The place is not big and has three long tables. We ended up sitting by the cashier and could see all the action in the open kitchen. Pretty cool! The salmon pita was awesome!! It's huge and came with some homemade chips. The chicken shawarma pan with brown rice was equally delicious. The hummus with pita was good. Free tap water available if you asked. Service was quick and staff was pleasant. Will definitely come back again to try other items. read more

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Mayara C.

5 years ago

Delicious food! Highly recommended. The staff is very attentive and I'm afraid to say that it was one of the best Mediterranean food I ever had. Thank you read more

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Kevin B.

2 years ago

Food was just what I needed on a rainy evening beautiful little location great customer service

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Shreya B.

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I came here last night and got the falafel pita. The falafel was SO fresh!! The meal was quick and delicious. Easy to get to from union square. Highly recommend! read more

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Steven B.

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I would highly recommend this spot. I got the classic falafel pan which is flavorful in every way. The cucumber salad gives it a cool and refreshing taste. Only thing I would like for it to have is some arugula and hummus but other than that you can not go wrong with this dish. read more

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Herminia C.

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Middle Eastern -Mediterranean food with a authentic taste of flavors in every bite & vegan friendly read more

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Mandy K.

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4 years ago

Been wanted to try this place for a long time. Enjoyed the pan entree a lot. Got the sauted mushroom with avocado and a labne on the side. The yellow rice vermicelli was yummy with tumeric. We also had the falafel and potato chips which were also good. Staff were energetic and friendly. read more

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Nolisha C.

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5 years ago

The mint lemonade is great. The food is ok. The portion is very fulfilling. However I've had better authentic Mediterranean food. I would have to give this another try, the reviews over hyped it in my opinion. But again I'm SUDANE so my expectations are high read more

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Not for me. I stopped by for lunch and got the Kruveet in a pita. It was a small portion with odd flavors.

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Kern C.

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This food was borderline bad . We had the chicken and rice bowl and we were disappointed to say the least. To begin with, the food was not very warm despite a longish wait and being served in a pan. The presentation is charming, but honestly I expect food in an actual pan to be piping hot. The food did not taste fresh and the hummus was just putrid (their tahini isn't that far behind it). To rub salt in the wound , their veggies were cold and relatively unseasoned thus creating a most unappetizing and forgetful meal. I can admit that the chicken was seasoned well (thank God) and was plentiful which is the only reason for the 2 stars. However, at about 14 dollars per plate this is not worth the price and NOT worth the hype. One of my more disappointing meals of the year, for sure! read more

Taboonette - Very Unappetizing chicken Shawarma Rice bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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Neha B.

4 years ago

Love their falafels.. regular and sweet potatoes tasted good.. sweet potato falafel wasn't sweet and had hint of it.. hummus is creamy and delicious.. plan to go back there to try their crispy potato chips read more

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When here for a quick post workout meal with my friends. The decor is rustic, the food and ingredients seem fresh, The hummus is exceptionally good, and the chef signature sweet potato falafel is definitely worth a try. We were pleasantly surprised by the lightly sweetened freshly brewed tea beverages in peach and hibiscus. An interesting twist was the vermicelli noodles if you order a pan. They're basically an eggbased noodle shaped and cut and cooked as yellow rice. Definitely worth a shot for a hole in the wall. read more

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Sara S.

4 years ago

Super fresh flavor bombs. I got the Sabich eggplant sandwich which is a classic Israeli combo with tender eggplant, hard boiled egg, tahini. It is messy and delish. Sandwiches come with a large serving of homemade thick cut potato chips. Yum! read more

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Dee D.

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Excellent place for quick bite w flavor! Outstanding mint lemonade - must try. High recommend sit down and enjoy the flavors ! It's always busy so it takes awhile to get your order in and enjoy it with so many rolls standing around you. But excellent flavors!!!! read more

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Vivek D.

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Food is good and pretty "clean" from a marketing POV - when you consider this against other Mediterranean spots. Falafels tasted pretty good. Hummus was nice and generous. The brown rice was pretty good. My main issue is really the price ($12) which makes any additions really really pricey for a lunch spot. However, this could be a decent spot for an occasional lunch read more

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Michael S.

3 years ago

Just arrived in NYC and wanted something delicious, nutritious, and affordable. This Lamb Shawarma Pan fit the bill!!!

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Brian Q.

2 years ago

Very good food, clean and cosy environment. Definitely will like to come back. This place is close to Union Square!

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Catherine K.

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I was never a big fan of mediterranean food but I completely changed my mind after visiting Taboonette. I tried the chicken shawarma and the hummus with sweet potato falafel. Both were super amazing and I kept saying "so good" while eating. I would definitely come back to this restaurant. Also, FYI, there are about three small tables for outdoor seating area in addition to the indoor space. read more

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John K.

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Pretty standard Middle Eastern food Could use some more meat for the price The plating was a mess cause hummus was thrown all over everything instead of just put in the container. It should probably be packaged separate because the way the takeout container is. -1 $2 for Tzatziki! Seriously?!? ‍ read more

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30 E 13th St
New York, NY 10003
Union Square, Greenwich Village
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(212) 510-7881
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Hours

What time does Taboonette open?

Taboonette opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Taboonette opens at 11:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Taboonette close?

Taboonette closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Taboonette closes at 9:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMSat-Sun 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Taboonette take credit cards?

Yes, Taboonette takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Taboonette have catering options?

Yes, Taboonette does have catering options.

Does Taboonette have a happy hour?

No, Taboonette does not have a happy hour.

Does Taboonette serve alcohol?

Yes, Taboonette serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Taboonette have TVs?

No, Taboonette does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Taboonette have bike parking?

Yes, Taboonette has bike parking.

Does Taboonette have outdoor seating?

Yes, Taboonette has outdoor seating options.

Does Taboonette have parking?

Yes, Taboonette has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Taboonette have free WiFi?

Yes, Taboonette has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Our items are seved in either a fresh fluffy pita, on a plate with rice and salad. Come in and try our crowd favorite chicken shawarma with hummus and pickles. Or the pulled pork with house BBQ sause and apple Cole Slaw. We also make our own kabab with tomato, onion, mint, lightly spiced to perfection and served with eggplant. Wash it all down with home made mint lemonade or finish it off with a Silan- vanilla soft serve ice cream topped with puffed rice, caramelized nuts, sesame candy, and date honey!

History

Established in 2012.

In TABOONETTE we've brought some of our dishes from our first restaurant (TABOON in hells kitchen) and modified them into the pita sandwich. The results are wonderful. Here we bring the "middletrrenian" food in its simpler form with a fun, inviting, homey atmosphere.

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Zou Zou's surprised us in the best way. Prob a 3/3.5 star but gave a 4! A lively, upscale-casual…read moreMediterranean restaurant in a somewhat unexpected location, but they more than make up for it with atmosphere, energy, and some seriously memorable dishes. Not every plate was a hit, but the standouts were SO good that we'd absolutely return. We made a 6:30 PM Saturday reservation to celebrate our sixth wedding anniversary. I'll admit, the location initially threw me off. It has a somewhat corporate feel, tucked between buildings near the Lincoln Tunnel Expressway on Manhattan's West Side. But once you're there, the buzzing patio and lively atmosphere win you over. Great for date night, dinner with friends, business meals, large groups, or a pre-event meal. A wide age range and a crowd that feels like it's hitting on all cylinders. Bonus points for a thoughtful anniversary card waiting for us when we sat down. Such a sweet touch! We skipped cocktails after a full afternoon of drinking, but more than made up for it with the food. The menu is designed for sharing. What we ordered: * Fattoush salad | 3/5: A creative spin on the classic, topped with pita, thinly sliced Honeycrisp apples, and candied pecans. The apples and especially the pecans overwhelmed the dish for me. I'd love to see more vegetables and fewer sweet toppings. Prefer a traditional fattoush, but this was fine. Need 1/4 the amount of pecans given * Tuna tartare | 1/5: Unfortunately, the one miss of the evening. The description with cucumber, figs, and cardamom sounded incredible, but the dish fell completely flat. The cucumber purée had an almost gel-like texture, and the tuna didn't taste fresh to us. We sent it back. More acidity, spice, and sumac could help, but the freshness and texture were the bigger issues. * Octopus carpaccio | 5/5: STUNNING. I usually gravitate toward a cooked octopus tentacle, but this preparation with fennel absolutely won me over. One of my favorite dishes of the night. * Pita: Thick, soft, and delicious. We went through two baskets! An excellent vehicle for the dips and appetizers, but honestly good enough to enjoy on its own. * Little gems | 3/5: Served with za'atar crumbs and roasted grapes. The grapes initially threw me off, but the combination worked surprisingly well. A creative salad I really enjoyed, but $19 for some leaves, breadcrumb & grapes is pushing it * Manti | 5/5: Little wonton-like dumplings stuffed with spiced beef, served over garlicky labneh with oven-dried tomatoes. Absolutely delicious. A must-order for us. * Crispy latkes | 5/5: Everyone should order these. Perfectly crispy with a lovely thyme finish. An excellent side that deserves its own spotlight. * Charred broccoli: A very generous portion served with cashew harissa that packed some heat. So tasty that I accidentally ate the entire side myself... oops. Bottom line: Zou Zou's is worth a visit for the atmosphere alone, and do need to return to have actual entrees. The tuna tartare was a miss, and the fattoush wasn't my favorite, but the octopus carpaccio, manti, latkes, and broccoli more than made up for it. Add in thoughtful service touches and a lively, versatile setting, and we left happy.

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Great experience, sat at the bar! So friendly and the food was amazing! Came before a show and it…read morewas the best choice ever!

Loved the outdoor dining experience in early September before a matinee performance on 54th…read more Service was impeccable, pleasant and informative. Delicious cocktails and hors-d'oeuvres followed by superb entrees. Our waiter was efficient and respectful of our timeline and the theater was walkable! We enjoyed it so much we considered returning for dinner!

0.7 mi•East Village, Alphabet City

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Came here for dinner on a Monday night around 6:45pm for 3 people and there was no line! The staff…read morewere incredibly attentive, kind and service was very quick. The inside is very cozy and inviting. To drink, I got the turmeric ginger tea which was so refreshing and comforting. To start, we got the edamame dumplings which are an absolute must get. The filling is so creamy and well worth the hype. We also got the heirloom tomatoes which were fresh but would skip these and the asparagus which were drenched in a delicious sauce. For our mains, we got the tuna tartar tacos which are filled to the brim and absolutely delicious. The standouts for me though are the truffle mac and cheese and the steak. The mac and cheese was so cheesy and perfectly al dente. The steak was cooked to perfection and paired perfectly with the grits and veggies. To end the night we got the popcorn ice cream which was super refreshing, not too sweet and has a nice crunch with the popcorn bits. Will absolutely come back, especially for the edamame dumplings, mac and cheese and steak!

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We celebrated my friend's 82nd birthday and the food, service and ambiance were great! The jazz…read moresinger was awesome too! Thanks for a great night and we will be back! Escargot and bones is a must have! I also had the grilled octopus which was delicious!

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Dauiela is the best! kept our water full, our steak TASTY, and gave us ample amounts of ketchup and…read morechipotly aioli. Also a PERFECTLY seared fish (plus well cooked capers). would DEFINITELY go again. One catch - there could be more lights, but the staff helped us by giving us a second light, and showing us the ambience by changing the intensity of the light & color temperature. The staff were very helpful.

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0.6 mi•Gramercy

The vibe inside is great. It reminds me of a nicer Sundays Well, same neighborhood vibe but…read morepolished up a level. We only stopped in for one drink as a nightcap but still really enjoyed it. Such a great local option and exactly what you want.

Ambiance: a cute small bites and bar! They have a lot of seats available and we didn't have to…read morewait. Service: the service was great. They don't rush the check and great place to yap! Food $$: They have small bites but we got cocktails! Audience: Solo Trip [X] Family Friendly [ X] Friends [X] Date Spot [X] Recommendations/tips: I recommend it here!

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Adam W.

15 years ago

Nice, quiet brunches around the Union Square area are an oxymoron-- at least I thought they were until I found Taboonette today. The steak and egg pita might be one of the most satisfying meals I've had this year. The warm, soft pita bread goes incredibly with a generous portion of steak, and a medley of other well-seasoned, fresh ingredients. The setting and service are also superb here. The decor is clean and graceful with a rustic tilt, thanks to the firewood panelling to the left of the entrance. The staff and owners were also very friendly and their cheeriness made it a real pleasure to hang around and enjoy some tea. As if things couldn't get better, the whole experience is a great value, especially for the quality you get. Taboonette has been around for just over a month; you owe it to yourself to try it before the crowds roll in. read more

Usman A.

151

8 years ago

The food was great, general vibe of the space was cozy. I had lamb shwarma on pita. I'm giving this place a 1 star because while my company and I were putting on our jackets to leave, the cashier pointed at a tray w/ leftovers on the cashier's counter and yelled towards me from across the restaurant saying "sir, you can't leave this here." I had the pita shwarma wrapped in paper (no tray) and my leftovers were sitting in front of me at the table. The tray belonged to someone else. I informed her that the tray wasn't mine and she insisted that it belonged to me (?). Her voice caught the attention of essentially everyone in the restaurant; she was rude, unnecessarily antagonistic, and was making a baseless accusation. Would've given this place a higher rating if that unreasonable interaction hadn't happened. read more

Tunie B.

356

11 years ago

This place is right near my school and it's really my go to spot for a hasty, wholesome, delicious, tasty meal. I don't eat meat so I usually get the salmon platter for dinner which comes out super swiftly upon request. It comes with yellow rice and zartar encrusted salmon and a side salad with tziziki on the side. It's such a balanced healthy meal, cooked to perfection and super inexpensive for what you are getting. My experience is always superb in this wonderful mediterranean eatery. Highly recommend trying at least once. read more

John H.

2 years ago

A great spot near Union Square! The kruveet pita sandwich is delicious. The cauliflower and squash are cooked and flavored to perfection. It comes with chips and is overall a filling and nourishing meal. My partner likes the chicken shawarma plate. We've also had the falafel side order. They are crispy and flavorful. The service is quick and the staff is polite and able to answer any questions you might have. There is some seating indoors, but on a nice day it's great to take a to-go box over to the park. read more

Emily P.

10 years ago

So you are around Union Square and looking for a place to undo your hunger, use Enjoyfood app on your phone and identify the best of the best. I happened to land on Taboon little sister restaurant the Taboonette. For me I quickly ordered the chicken shawarma plate with a delicious salad, some tahini, hummus, and brown rice. I also opted for the braised beef plate. These were among the most reviewed options on Enjoyfood app and surely understood why they received much rating. Phenomenal and tongue-blowing. read more

Adrian P.

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5 years ago

Delicious Mediterranean food, quick, friendly service, decent prices for the area, convenient location to union square. Take out, pick-up, order at counter/sit-down options. Appreciable vegan, plant-based and vegetarian, and gluten free options. Found this place as a compromise to get a quick bite for me (vegan) and non-vegan friend. Atmosphere filled with middle-eastern music - in the mood to dance but not loud enough to drown out ability to have an intimate conversation. Thank you for your service read more

Hana A.

1140

11 years ago

I just moved to Union Square I was walking around checking out the neighborhood and came across Taboonette Middle Eastern Restaurant and learning it related to Taboon which is one of my favorite restaurants in HellsKitchen. We ordered at Taboonette and I felt at home being Middle Eastern I could not be happier to discover this place in my hood, its amazing, the food is delicious and the service is great, I recommend this place YUMMY & Healthy!!! HANA read more

Daniella L.

3 years ago

This place is definitely one of the top choices for a casual, healthy, and affordable meal! They offer fantastic dishes with incredible flavors and generous portions. Even during the busy lunchtime rush, your food is promptly prepared and ready in under 15 minutes. The hummus boasts a creamy consistency that is simply delightful, while the sweet potato falafel is perfectly crispy on the outside and moist on the inside, avoiding any dryness. read more

Mony K.

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3 years ago

A nice touch on taking classic Cambodian dishes and elevating it to be more mainstream. The flavor profiles were there while staying balanced. The chicken skin was the star dish for me while the fish was cooked to near perfection but the sauce was slightly on the salty side. BYOB makes it excellent to try a new bottle of wine and service was attentive throughout. Fun fact: Mawn means chicken. read more

Welch M.

8 years ago

This small, order-at-the-counter outpost of Taboon in Hell's Kitchen serves the kind of Middle Eastern/Mediterranean food you want to eat every day. We're big fans of the chicken platter and the salmon pita - if you're not taking it to go, the shakshuka is worth a try as well. Taboonette works for a solo meal or a quick casual dinner, as well as for takeout. read more

Ada K.

10 years ago

Robust contemporary food! The atmosphere and service is exceptional. Yummy fowl platter with a side of salad. The hummus tastes specifically fine with the homemade pita chips. Corn was okay--slightly too messy but scrumptious. Would come again subsequent time if in the field for a fast good. The quality of the food is exotic as good! Advise, might be again. read more

Grace T.

3 years ago

Delicious was the sweet potato falafel pan. This unique rendition of falafel showcased a crispy exterior and a soft, colorful, and satisfying interior. It was served over greens with tzatziki, making for a delightful and light lunch option. I relished it from a window seat, watching the bustling street traffic and basking in the warm afternoon light. read more

Uri D.

12 years ago

I ordered an iced latte and the girl there didn't know how to make one, she steamed the milk and burnt it, you don't even have to steam the milk for an iced drink, my drink got watery because the burnt milk melted the ice... so disappointed! The pistachio cookie was good but otherwise it would off been one of the worst experiences there... read more

Pia B.

2 years ago

It was our first time here at Taboonette. Because my partner were craving for Kebab. We ordered lamb kebab and falafel. Both dishes were just OK, nothing too special. The service was helpful. It was a little bit pricey for the amount of food. If you like kebab and around the area then you can come here and try their dishes. read more

Andy M.

10 years ago

One of my go to delivery places when I do t know what I feel like eating. I've ordered from here a few times, ordering something that I wasn't familiar with. I got the shawarma plate this time and it was unreal. The humus is great and a must. Kinda pricey for the amount you get but what do you expect, it's Manhattan. read more

AJ T.

197

11 years ago

Atmosphere and food were out of this world. Employees were beyond wonderful. I ordered the housemate potato chips and they were the best things I've ever tasted. They were seasoned to perfection and there was minimal salt but still enough to give the ideal flavoring. I highly recommend them. read more

Roxanne R.

14 years ago

Really good, reasonably priced Mediterranean food. I usually get the Kruveet or the Zuchinni cakes and recently tried the cookies (all of which are are delicious). I stop by a couple of times a week and do schoolwork here and the staff is very warm and polite. Great place! read more

Hardy S.

261

1 year ago

The server Recommended cauliflower kruveet which was least satisfying to the taste buds to say the best with raw cauliflower. Sautéed mushroom and avocado tasted just hummus and greens. Not at all a good experience. Neither filled bellies nor easy on wallet. Not recommended. read more

Max M.

120

11 years ago

Delicious, delectable Middle Eastern food. Reasonably priced, great breakfast pita sandwiches. The pulled pork plate comes with yellow rice and apple jicama slaw that is a happy marriage of American barbecue and Middle Eastern fare. It honeymoons in your mouth. Eat here. read more

Nathan C.

11 years ago

What an excellent place to grab quick bite! Delicious food, great service!! I've been going here for about a year now and my favorite is the shakshuka breakfast pita, although I've had many other items and they are all very tasty. The staff is friendly and helpful! read more

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