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Soom Soom

Israeli Falafel, Vegan Pitas

Worth ordering: Falafelnamed in 23 reviews

Ask for falafel from the current batch if you prefer it freshly fried; one reviewer received a mix of older and freshly fried pieces, while another says staff accommodated the request.

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Top tips

Ask about: mixed vegan claims Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Try the fried eggplant pita or add eggplant to a hummus bowl; reviewers repeatedly single out the eggplant.
  • Good to know: Confirm ingredients and preparation when ordering vegan food: Tamam now serves chicken, and a reviewer reported staff incorrectly describing chicken as vegan.
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  • Expect very limited indoor seating; reviews mention roughly 8–10 seats, plus a small outdoor area.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Sandwichnamed in 5 reviews

People also mention pita, hummus and bowl.

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Also falafel pita sandwich, green beans, hummus bowl, bread and crispy eggplant.

Good for

The vibe: groups

Praised for generous portions, friendly service and good value.

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Also praised for fast service, affordable, attentive service and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Lunch, takeout, quick bites

About

Tamam serves Israeli-style Mediterranean fast-casual food, with falafel pitas and bowls, hummus, and fried eggplant among the recurring favorites. It now serves chicken under new ownership, but vegan choices remain; expect counter service and very limited indoor seating, with a small outdoor area noted by diners.

Vegan menu

VEGAN
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Soom Soom · dine-in · 6 dishes

More options may be available. Other dishes on this menu are still being checked.

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1108 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10075

Opening hours

Monday
10:00–21:00
Tuesday
10:00–21:00
Wednesday
10:00–21:00
Thursday
10:00–21:00
Friday
10:00–21:00
Saturday
10:00–20:00
Sunday
10:00–20:00

the food

4.5 out of 5. Spinach Rating

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How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Not labeled
staff
Basic understanding
protein
falafel, hummus, quinoa

Ask about: The menu makes inconsistent vegan claims.

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

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