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Mediterranean
Fast food
Delivery
Take-out
Middle Eastern
Israeli
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Fast-casual Israeli Mediterranean eatery. Serves vegan falafels, salads, and bowls. Est. 2020. Previously vegan but reported January 2026 to serve meat under new ownership. Open Mon-Fri 10:00am-9:00pm, Sat-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm.
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1108 Lexington Ave, New York City, New York, USA
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Last update on 16 Jan 2026 by Poundie
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71 Reviews
First Review by Poundie
shellight
Points +16
Excellent food - Edit
I had the Sabich sandwich and it tasted divine!!!
Read morePros: Sabich batter was crunchy and hot, Hummus was top notch and creamy , Bowl was huge and a bargain in NYC
Cons: There are about 10 seats only and outdoors
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chels2ocean
Points +1987
Perfect falafels - Edit
Got the falafel platter with all the fixings and it was so delicious. Outstanding falafel and hummus!
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guitargabe
Points +635
So good! - Edit
I had the spicy eggplant platter and my wife had the cauliflower platter, and both were fantastic!
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Sillyli234
Points +501
Colorful Pita - Edit
This must have been the best falafel pita I ever had. Major points for being completely vegan with adequate seating. I'll be back to try the eggplant!
Read morePros: Flavorful falafel, Seating , Israeli beverage options
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Righteous_Zombie
Points +66
Fantastic Falafels - Edit
Objectively the best falafels, period.
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stewardotheland
Points +34
Satisfying - Edit
The food was delicious and satisfying after a day at the MET! I had the cauliflower platter with all the options and my girlfriend had the eggplant platter with a side of falafels.
Read morePros: All plant-based as far as I could tell.
Cons: Indoor seating limited but had outdoor seating.
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AlexDikelsky
Points +85
Great - Edit
The ingredients are very fresh, they fry the falafel to order and the pita is also very fresh
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Ameisherry
Points +14957
Thank you - Edit
A friend recommended this spot, always want to try it
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eduardonasi
Points +1548
Comida magnífica - Edit
Não deixe de provar os sticks de zatar!
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AlexiaL
Points +1227
Yessssssss - Edit
Perfect spot to hit up in the UES after a trip to The Met. The sabich was interesting. While it’s quick and casual, they don’t skimp on quality.
Read morePros: 100% Vegan, Unpretentious and delicious
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Cabbagedealer
Points +1159
Great place to get a quick lunch. - Edit
Had falafel, it was really good.
Read moreBetter than in other places.
Service was fast.
Price is very good too.
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bokertov
Points +47
Good falafel - Edit
Fresh falafel, very satisfying after a walk in Central Park
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jay.callores
Points +7800
Never had a sabich like this before - Edit
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.
Read moreThe 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.
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b_t
Points +212
Love this place - Edit
Fresh and delicious. The eggplant is amazing. Quick and friendly service. Very satisfying!
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EmilyHeins
Points +407
Delicious Quick bite - Edit
Falafel was so good! Love the outdoor seating area. Great if looking for a quick bite to eat.
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BlackCatMom
Points +109
Best falafel in the city - Edit
Best falafel in NYC. Completely vegan restaurant with gluten free & soy free options.
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CeciliaVargas
Points +324
Delicious Mediterranean food - Edit
Ordered the falafel platter, it came with quinoa, sauerkraut, tomato/ cucumber salad, red cabbage and hummus along with a pita Great fast food
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jennyc32
Points +4684
Delicious fast food - Edit
We went for a late-ish lunch and it was quite quiet, which is lucky as there are only a few seats inside and maybe four tables outside. Service was fast, and the food was delicious. We tried some falafel, some cauliflower (both excellently seasoned and beautifully cooked), and a sabich in pita, which was flavoursome if a bit messy to eat. Portions were quite hearty and everything was great. It's close to the Met and Central Park, so it's a good option for tourists in the area.
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DouglasGottlieb
Points +40
Great Food - Edit
Delicious food. Nice staff. Reasonable. I processed. Yum
Read morePros: All vegan, Tasty, Unprocessed
Cons: Limited seating
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DavidBrewster
Points +340
Great middle eastern food - Edit
Get the sabich sandwich.
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Purposely_Vegan
Points +2685
Tasty falafel at a reasonable price - Edit
Considering it’s New York, this was one of the most affordable and delicious lunches I could find. Flavourful falafel and fresh veggies.
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MichaelJakubek
Points +450
Almost a 5-star place with unique food - Edit
$19.06 for sabich platter with pita and a serving of pita chips. This place had potential to have 5 stars because, even though it was a little too oily, the food was balanced: grains, vegetables, proteins, different colors, etc. Also, the food was relatively unique: no comfort food, no burgers, no fries; just falafel, hummus, pita, etc. The amount of plastic and paper given ruined it for me, though. No reusable dishes, terrible plastic forks, no “take out or dine in?” question. All of this is the case, even though the amazing Le Botaniste is just a few blocks away. Maybe the few saved dollars are worth for someone, though, or maybe the Israeli cuisine makes it worth it.
Read morePros: Original food, Tasty, Affordable
Cons: Little too oily, No bathroom or wifi, Tons of disposable stuff
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JérômeSleewaegen
Points +113
The cauliflower pita was amazing! - Edit
Not a lot of space inside though, we had to wait a while until one of the tables freed up
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SamBausBout
Points +265
Deliciously Diverse Options - Edit
A delicious, diverse set of all-vegan options offers more than just falafel and hummus in a sandwich or on a platter. We tried the falafel, eggplant, and cauliflower "shawarma" sandwiches and found them delicious. The side of hummus and crunchy pita chips was icing on a rich, filling cake. Three of us with these extras and a tip ate for less than $60 and came away well satisfied.
Read morePros: choices, food flavors, quick service
Cons: limited seating
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yorkshire_vegan
Points +72
Super tasty falafel by central park - Edit
I could tell this place would be good by how popular it was, I got a falafel pita sandwich to go, but the vibes inside were super cool so I would be happy to eat inside too. Amazing selection of fresh veggies, creamy hummus and crisp, flavoursome falafel. You can’t beat it. A must try if you are near central park.
Read moreOption of having spicy sauce if wanted - it’s good!
Pros: Perfect falafel, Fresh, tasty ingredients, Portions
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ShiggidyDiggity
Points +22
Best. Pita. Falafel. - Edit
As many others have said Tamam has theeeee best falafel sandwiches I’ve ever had. The pita is firm enough to hold the mounds of veggies and sauces but also soft enough to delight your taste buds. I get the sandwich with everything on it and light on the spicy sauce. For about $12 a sandwich it’s a pretty good size and keeps me satisfied.
Read morePros: All vegan, Super friendly staff, Pretty affordable
Cons: Too delicious
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leestone8
Points +446
Amazing food - Edit
Friendly staff, amazing food, reasonably priced - what more can you ask for? Cauliflower and falafel were both amazing! If you are in Central Park, it's worth going here. Great coffee places around the area too.
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