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Taboon

773 10th Ave
New York, NY 10019
Phone: (212) 713-0271
Taboon
Cross Street:
52nd Street
Directions:
C, E; 1, 9 at 50th St
Hours:
Mon-Thu 5pm-11pm, Fri-Sat 5:30pm-11:30pm, Sun 12pm-4pm

Editorial Review for Taboon – by Erin Behan

The Scene
The smell of delicious flatbreads from the eponymous brick taboon oven adds a homey warmth to this neighborhood oasis. White brick walls and white-washed wooden tables keep the main dining room and bar feeling crisp and cool. The relaxed, professional servers encourage European-style lingering from groups and couples alike.

The Food
The menu plays with cultural pairings, the most flavorful being the mezes. Butterflied sardine, seasoned with cilantro, garlic and parsley melts in the mouth, while the calamari seviche features bok choy for a nicely textured dish. Lamb figures heavily in entrees: Chops arrive tender and juicy, and kabobs are large, heavily spiced patties. Jerusalem artichokes accompany the tender five-spiced duck confit for yet another twist. Save room for dessert: The first taste of the malibi with its rose-infused cream will instantly refresh, as will vanilla ice cream with date honey and tahini.

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Insider Tips

What to Drink

Finish the meal with either the lemon and verbena-infused tea or the Turkish coffee. Both are served with aplomb in tiny glass cups.

Know Before You Go

Plan to spring for a bottle if you're a picky wine drinker, as the list of wines by the glass is a short one.

User Reviews for Taboon

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2 Star Rating: Below Average

11/09/2007 Posted by osheen

I am no stranger to Taboon. I have been going since they opened a few years ago. I always had great service and good food. That being said, I will never set foot in there again. I brought a friend whom had never been few nights ago and right off the bat the hostess was very rude. We didn’t have a reservation and she was pressuring us to be finished and out the door in an hour and a half. It took forever to get our food and the waitress never thought to apologize or let us know why it was taking so long. When it finally came, it was so salty I didn’t even want to finish it. For the amount of money you spend for a meal there, it is not worth your time and energy. This is the first time I’ve ever thought to post a review. I wanted people to know that this eatery is on a serious decline.

Pros: ambience

Cons: rude hostess, indifferent oweners

4 Star Rating: Recommended

09/24/2007 Posted by ellenbrody

Went last week with my boyfriend and was pleasantly surprised by amazing service and delicious food. The hot bread and mediterranean plates were fantastic . This is without a doubt one of the hidden gems in the neighborhood. We'll be back soon. We also loved the wood burning oven!!

Pros: food, service

Cons: not near subway

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Insider Tips

What to Drink

Finish the meal with either the lemon and verbena-infused tea or the Turkish coffee. Both are served with aplomb in tiny glass cups.

More Insider Tips

Restaurant Information

Hours

  • Mon-Thu 5pm-11pm
  • Fri-Sat 5:30pm-11:30pm
  • Sun 12pm-4pm

Dress Code

  • Casual to dressy

Payment Types

  • American Express
  • Visa
  • MasterCard

Cuisines

  • Mediterranean

Amenities

  • Group Dining
  • Date Spot
  • Romantic Dining
  • Brunch

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