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Taboonette
$$$ · Middle Eastern

30 E 13th St, New York, NY 10003
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Best Middle Eastern in East Village

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Taboonette 8.3
Union Square
Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Healthy Haven Instagram Worthy Wonders Business Lunch Power Players
A bright, counter-service offshoot of Taboon focused on taboon-oven pitas, shawarma, and sabich. The menu balances comfort and freshness—creamy hummus, crisp salads, and smoky meats show up with steady praise. Strong cross-platform review volume supports its reliability.
Must-Try Dishes: Lamb shawarma pita, Sabich with eggplant, Cauliflower pita
Scores:
Value: 8.2 Service: 7.9 Consistency: 8.6 Food Quality: 8.7 Atmosphere: 7.2 Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: Taboon-oven Israeli street fare with excellent throughput.
Who should go: Lunch seekers and shawarma fans who like fast-casual.
When to visit: Lunch on weekdays for peak freshness.
What to order: Lamb shawarma pita, sabich, cauliflower pita.
Insider tip: Add a side of hummus and use the pita edges to scoop.