I have been a big fan of Taïm since their days as a lonely outpost in the Village. Since that time they have turned into a franchise and locations are popping up in some of the most unexpected places. While walking down Hoyt Street in downtown Brooklyn I saw the Taïm logo out of the corner of my eye and I knew I had to check it out. This location is located at the base of a new(ish) residential building and I found myself thinking about how great it would be to have a Taïm right downstairs from where I lived! The interior is an open space with bright colors and light wood decor that is comforting and welcoming at the same time. To the right is a small counter at the window and there are seats to the left. Further on towards the right is a counter where you order via a screen. Near that is the "pick up" shelf for online orders. The counter and kitchen are towards the back. Overall it is a nice set up. Of course, the question one asks when visiting a franchise location is: is the food as good as I remember from the original? I am happy to report it IS! Here's what I had: Green Falafel This is the traditional falafel that first had me fall in love with Taïm. It is made to order so it is fresh. The outside is nice and crisp while the inside is still soft (but not chewy). The flavor is on point thanks to some fantastic seasoning. Add in their Tahini and Whipped Garlic and it's a wonderful dish. Harissa Falafel As you'd expect, this is basically their regular falafel with some spicy harissa seasoning added in. There is a nice bite this adds to their already awesome flavor. Pita with Hummus The pita bread in this combo is topped with Za'atar seasoning, giving it an extra savory flavor. The hummus is not plain, instead it is also seasoned giving it some nice flavor. Now, it does not beat the likes of Hummus Kitchen or Hummus Place, but for fast casual it is very good! The pita bread was soft and chewy with fantastic flavor. A perfect vehicle to deliver Hummus! I was very happy to find this location and will definitely visit again. read more

pretty delicious fast casual spot for mediterranean food. the service was very fast and friendly, and it was clean inside for dining in. I got their beef/lamb platter and was super stuffed after, so can recommend their portion sizes. the beef/lamb did feel a bit heavy so I would try the chicken plate next time! read more

Taim - A takeout meal in a biodegradable container placed on a metal tray contains rice topped with grilled meat, drizzled with a white sauce. The container also includes a side salad with chopped vegetables and cheese. The meal is on a wooden table with two smartphones and a wrapped sandwich in the background, indicating a casual dining or takeaway setting. - Mediterranean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Whenever I am in town, I hit them up. Totally unassuming and I think a chain. Always fresh ingredients and plenty of toppings and options to choose from. This visit i ordered ahead and when I arrived, someone else already grabbed my meal. The staff was quick to rectify the situation amazingly so and I was happy again as I have been before. So delicious and fresh! I keep saying it for a reason. And you want to make sure you get extra bread. It's the simple things for me. Ha! Delish!! read more

Taim - Create your own platter! Falafel add chicken with hummus, pickles, cucumbers, and olives. - A disposable foil container contains a meal with white rice at the base, topped with fried falafel balls, shredded cooked chicken, and a portion of hummus. The container also includes chopped cucumbers, pickles, and black olives, arranged around the main ingredients. The food appears freshly prepared and is intended for takeout or delivery. - Mediterranean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I keep coming back here because the cauliflower they make is really tasty, but the service is always pretty slow. The people who work here are really nice though, they just seem understaffed. But yeah, I expect that if I put an order in ahead of time for pick up that it will be ready at the time stated. I don't think they've ever had my meal ready when I've gotten there. Last time I waited almost 10 minutes. Probably the last time I go, we'll see if a cauliflower craving hits... read more

This is the first time I've been to this location. It's been many years since I have visited a Taim location and by chance, I passed by this one near my job. Wanted a falafel platter on Friday during lent and it fit the bill. Food quality was good, falafel was freshly fried and the sides were delicious. Would come here again! read more

Food was good here! But the ordering was a bit complicated. I ended up just going through the app to select the items I want because theres a limit for the number of toppings you can get. Flavors were all good and bowl was quite filling! This location has seating and which was clean and nice. read more

Taim - A takeout container contains a variety of Mediterranean food items, including chopped grilled chicken, a fresh salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, and lettuce, and toppings like feta cheese, hummus, and a dollop of tzatziki sauce. The food is arranged in separate sections within the container, showcasing different textures and ingredients. - Mediterranean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The food and customer service is amazing at the 11 Hoyt St location in Bk! Theyre fast at preparing the food too. Trust me, I've been going here for 2 years now and their bowls and Pita sandwiches are the Bomb. My favorite is the OG Falafel Pita sandwich. I also love their fries! They know my face because I order fries almost all the time Definitely come visit this location!​ read more

Taim - OG Falafel Pita sandwich - Mediterranean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Food : 8/10 I usually get a bowl which consists of green and harissa falafel which is always tasty, turmeric jasmine rice and super greens with toppings(cucumber , tomatoes, almonds, shallots and hummus Service : cashier & supervisor were very thorough. Staff for the most part is friendly and efficient. Def give this spot a try if you enjoy Mediterranean food like I do. Ambiance : always clean, has a bathroom which is only for customers which I enjoy. You can dine in and or take your food to go which I like. You can't sit and just have that alone time with yourself after a long day. They do play music which is a factor if you want peace and quiet you'd best take it to go. Harissa Falafel read more

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My love for Taim has spanned a decade,* so when I found out they were opening up steps from my building, I rejoiced. Then I forgot about it for two months, until I received a coupon in the mail. And what a coupon it was! It got me to walk in the doors of this beautiful new eatery tucked into the new 11 Hoyt development (entrance on Livingston). It's bright, with high ceilings, plenty of seating, and all the high-tech ordering touchscreens you could ask for. (They also take online orders, and I believe have an app as well.) They also have a lovely staff who will also just take your order the old-fashioned way, if you like talking to people. All the other things aside, this new Taim location serves up the same high quality eats I've always loved. I rocked a chicken shawarma bowl, with as many toppings as they'd give me. As expected, their food is all packed with bright, fresh, flavorful ingredients, and it's a lunch I'm going to revisit entirely too often. Happy to have you in the hood, Taim. _____________ *Unfortunately, it is thus far unrequited. They never take me up on my offers of midnight assignations, or exotic holidays together. read more

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My fave place to grab a bite on my lunch break, delicious, healthy, quick and fast service

I stopped by on a weekend afternoon for a quick bite. I got a chicken Schwarma bowl with the main positives being fresh ingredients, lots of choices and colorful. On the negative side, the chicken was dry. Space was clean. Ordering can be on on app, kiosk or old school with the cashier. This is not a typical dump and go meal place (like chipotle) as all the food is prepared behind the cashier, out of of sight. Seating was aplenty and space was clean. Pricing seemed fair and portions were larger than expected. Bowl allows for 2 bases, 1 protein, 8 toppings and a sauce. Located on Livingston st as part of the 11 Hoyt living residences read more

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I have to say I really liked it more than I thought I would. I ordered two wraps, one for me (chicken) and one for my husband (beef and lamb mix). They were really good. Also I found it super easy to order sans I thought the staff was friendly. I also like that it was clean and there was space to sit comfortably if you want to eat there. The prices were also good, especially the wrap prices. All in all I would recommend this place. read more

I am a longtime CAVA fan, but when it comes to falafel, I have to admit Taim takes the cake. Their red and green falafels are both fantastic options, and so hot and crispy out the fryer. I stopped by on a Thursday evening before my solidcore class (conveniently located next door) for some dinner. Like their other locations, there are two self-order kiosks where you can choose a pita or bowl. There are several tables and the space is quite big and clean so you can choose to sit down and eat or take it home. My food arrived fairly quickly and was brought to me by a staff member. Overall, a solid spot for some Mediterranean in the area! read more

Taim - A disposable bowl filled with Mediterranean cuisine, including falafel balls, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and multiple sauces such as hummus and yogurt-based dressing, is placed on a metal tray on a wooden table. A black plastic fork is inserted into the bowl, and a piece of foil-wrapped item is beside it. The background shows a blurred indoor setting with chairs and tables. - Mediterranean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The worst fast food meal I have had in several years. Dried out burnt tasteless falafel in stale pita. Why didn't I just get the cheap delicious slice of pizza down the block? read more

This place is my actual favorite food in all of New York. Absolutely delicious, and the most helpful and friendly staff in the world. Vinny is the GOAT and will take the best care of you if he's there (if you see him tell him Atlanta girl sent you). An absolute MUST VISIT if you're ever in New York. Literally cannot say enough good things. Very chill vibe and extremely clean. read more

Taim - A disposable bowl holds French fries, pickled pink onions, green and black olives, crumbled white cheese, and falafel balls. A black fork is inserted into the food. The background includes a paper napkin and a plastic lid, indicating a casual dining or takeout setting. - Mediterranean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

ok DON'T JUDGE ME but we got Taim for the second day in a row :D But hear me out- on Sundays, they have this amazing deal called the CRAVE COMBO- basically, the same pita sandwich delightfulness but it comes with a side of fries- All $10+tax+tip for any protein! Today I got a Chicken Shwarma pita with all the fixings (again, up to 8 toppings and a sauce). For the fries, I got the saffron aioli (which looks like mustard but tastes like heaven) The chicken was so well seasoned and juicy. Really such a satisfying meal! read more

Awesome service at Taim Easy kiosk ordering station but you can always ask staff questions Hard work staff looks like they work in an organized environment Mint Lemonade taste refreshing Did take out service so will.inform.in food later Clean clean clean Will comeback if the food is good read more

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Great food!! Sammy is the BEST!!! He will help me with my order! And give great choices!!! Everyone is amazing! Food is great!!!

Have I mentioned I LOVE, repeat, I LOVE, Taim . So when I got a notification that they were opening a new location in Downtown Brooklyn, I made a note to eat their delicious falafel ASAP! I've been to many Taim, yep, was at the grand opening on 7th Avenue in Park Slope via Yelp Elite Event and frequent the Flatiron location. Why? The falafel is to DIE for! You can order harissa falafel or regular falafel or BOTH! You can schwarma it, pita it or place it in a big bowl. End result? Yummmmmmmmmm! They also offer mezze with their delicious Zaatar seasoned pita, crispy cauliflower, eggplant and other delicious Mediterranean fare. I haven't eaten falafel in a while thus today I went all the way... green falafel in a pita with seasoned chickpeas, pickles, beets and crispy shallots and added some whipped garlic. Added to that was their famous fries and refreshing ginger mint lemonade. The new space is next to soon to open 11 Hoyt luxury apartment building. The interior is light, spacious, airy and very warm. The entire staff is professional, kind and very accommodating. My lunch was delicious and I made it a point to communicate to all. I told the staff once the apartment building opens be prepared to make falafel after midnight cuz us Brooklynites LOVVVVE our falafel! This Taim is steps away from Macy's and Citipoint. It will be my lunch destination when I visit Trader Joe's. Taim, Shalom and welcome to Downtown Brooklyn. Please open in Bay Ridge next! read more

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Oh boy. Taim- what have you done ? Your food was perfect. Then you went and added chicken . Fine. People like their chicken. But it's no longer a vegetarian place. Then you removed your sabich and I don't see tabbouli on the menu. I know I can build a sabitch but it was a hassle. Removed Taim favorites and staples. Your custom bowls are way too similar to other establishments and you no longer stand out. Seriously. Removed Israeli salad and you have to add tomatoes. Cucumbers separately? Not a fan. The food was ok. The couscous wasn't couscous. It was bigger. And it was dry. Nothing was amazing. read more

Love the food! I've been to the other location but I like this one Best so far! The chicken Shawarma is delicious and the fries are great! Also, service is excellent. The two guys working today are super nice and would check up on me to see if there's anything else I need. Want to let management know they have good people working here. I highly recommend this location and the Pitas here! I got the falafel the other day and recommend the harissa falafel. Plus, this place is CLEAN! Definitely check this place out! The Crave Combo gives you a good amount of food for just $10! And if you sign up for the App, you can get a $5 reward to use (which is what I did). Tip: I asked for the hummus on the side instead of in the pita. It's easier to eat it that way so I don't overload the pita. Would like to try the cauliflower shawarma next time! read more

Taim - Crave Combo chicken shawarma pita - Mediterranean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Excellent quality every time. Very nice service and excellent quality food. The place is also really clean and well kept. Would recommend! read more

Taim - Honey harissa bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I'm hooked!! Taim is well portioned and reasonably priced; two things that seem to be increasingly harder to find these days. On top of the great value the food is tasty too! I love the DIVERSITY of vegan options they have (far more than just a bowl of hummus). The location on Hoyt is always fast, efficient, and the staff is always welcoming. read more

Enjoyed lunch from here. I made my own bowl on the kiosk and there were a ton of options. The food was tasty and the size of the bowl was reasonable. The prices likely range from $13-19, depending on protein and premium toppings. The wait time was under 10 minutes. The ambiance was nice, reminded my of Cava. read more

Taim - Bowl - A disposable bowl filled with a Mediterranean-inspired salad featuring cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, pickles, and falafel balls. The salad includes pickled vegetables and a creamy dressing or dip. A metal spoon is inserted into the bowl for serving or eating. The image captures the colorful and fresh ingredients commonly found in Mediterranean bowls and salads. - Mediterranean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Healthy, big, delicious bowls! Wish they didn't charge extra for the whipped garlic, it's so delicious.

I visited the Hoyt location. The food was fresh and tasty. The atmosphere was welcoming. The service was top tier. Miguel, the manager was very knowledgeable, friendly and patient; he answered all of my questions. I will definitely be returning in the near future. I will also tell my friends about my experience. read more

Good food, and Miguel (the general manager) was very kind and professional. I'll definitely be back!

The food is amazing. To me at least. I was hoping to find a place in my area like dig inn. After I changed jobs there wasn't much of a place for me to eat that had healthier choices. I can't really comment on the service as I order online and pick up my food. It's a bit of a walk from my job but I don't mind. The promos the site has are amazing! I ended up having a $20 meal for $9. It's located in a more busy area with side buildings and commercial stores. It's a quiet area. It's good. Try it. read more

My favorite spot for healthy, hearty food! I've been a big fan of Taim for years and was so excited when they moved to the neighborhood! BEST falafel in NYC and lots of other amazing options (my husband gets the chicken shawarma). Green falafel for the win! read more

The food and service was excellent. My server jesus was wonderful. I would recommend, great service

Ordered twice, so shame on me. Below mediocre food. First time I thought there must have been a mishap. It wasn't. Ordered food, got one out of the four sauces I ordered, half of the toppings I ordered, and no pita. Would think it was my fault if I hadn't actually confirmed that I wanted one. Imagine you ordered a breakfast and got one egg, no bacon and no toast, after you answered what kind of these you wanted. Falafel was a lurid, dry piece of desperation. Will never order or eat in again. read more

Service was great! Shout out to Jesus who was amazing and very helpful with my selection. the bowl was okay. read more

Amazing customer service. As a first time patron, the cashier was exceptionally accommodating and answered all my questions.

COSTS · FREE POSITIVE · It was free for its grand opening. NEGATIVE · Cost IMPRESSION · I was offered a free Taïm meal. I had the typical combo. with falafel and hummus. It was delicious. Though, I think it's not that good for the price that I had purchased it at. read more

Service was great, the atmosphere is great, and the menu is easy to understand. No free lemonade I will check back when we get the food.

The food is always fresh and consistently amazing! This location never disappoints with its cleanliness and the staff is so kind! Favorite lunch spot in the area. read more

Reasonably priced and reasonably dank. Jesus rocks. As W. B. Yeats once said, "the chicken shawarma is solid."

Such a great place! Clean, food is great, service is even better!!! Highly recommend!!! Great place to grab a quick healthy delicious lunch

Great food, but the real reason for this is review is the great customer service. I am not big on Yelp, but credit needs to be given where it is due. I tried placing an order on that app that for some reason didn't go through. I proceeded to call the order in for pickup and when I went to pick it up they gave me the order on the house due to the issue. I didn't even expect or ask for this or felt entitled to it, but I thought it was above and beyond. This gesture speaks volumes to the company and their staff. Thank you! read more

my pita sandwich was really terrific ! Really tasty and healthy. and the woman who made it for me was totally lovely. what a treat! thanks Phil read more