“ Our daughter was having a procedure done at Lenox Hill Hospital and Tamam was around the corner. My wife had the hummus bowl with side salads and falafel balls. It was enough for two. It was very tasty and the pita bread was very flavorful. The counter staff were very helpful as my wife chose her sides. We would definitely return if we were in the area. ”

“ 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! ”

“ 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! ”

“ Wow, where do I even begin? Tamam is a must-try for anyone in the mood for fresh, flavorful Mediterranean food that hits the spot every time. I just had the falafel sandwich here, and it was absolutely divine. The falafel was crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with so much flavor -- you could tell it was made with high-quality, fresh ingredients. The sandwich itself was perfectly balanced. The veggies (tomatoes, cucumbers, and lettuce) were incredibly crisp and fresh, and the tangy tahini sauce took everything to the next level. You know when you can tell that the ingredients are just *fresh*? Yeah, this is one of those places. The pita was soft and warm, holding everything together without falling apart, which is a big deal when you're dealing with such a flavorful filling. The service was quick and friendly, and the atmosphere was so welcoming. It's got that cozy, vibrant vibe that makes you want to stay and enjoy your meal, but you can also grab and go if you're in a hurry. I was in and out in no time, but didn't feel rushed at all. All in all, Tamam is an absolute gem. The combination of super fresh ingredients, amazing flavor, and top-notch service has made me a fan for life. Highly recommend if you're in the area and looking for a delicious, quick meal! ”

“ 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! ”

“ 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. ”

“ 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! ”

“ 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! ”

“ 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 ”

“ 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! ”