I recently had Taim because I had a free coupon for the chicken shawarma, but the chicken itself was so bland. The veggies were good though, and I liked the flavor for the rice, but the chicken was a bit stale in my opinion. The server was also rude about me getting water, which was a bit upsetting because I was really thirsty, so I ended up getting the ginger mint lemonade. The only thing is that there were black specks in my lemonade, which I felt uncomfortable drinking. I probably won't be coming back to this location.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Pickled Cabbage, Side Pita
Ed Shnekendorf
Delicious! Fresh and soft falafel balls and tasty bread. Nice veggie toppings and great sauces. Best falafel I've had outside the middle east.
So we've been here about 3-4 times since they've opened and it was great each time. My go to is the OG Falafel Pita and it was so filling and tasted great each time. They do not skimp on the toppings at all which was great. Their fries are solid, not super crispy but thin. Goes great with the garlic sauce. The pita and hummus are also really solid. The most recent time we came by was around 11:45 AM on a Sunday. They should've been open since they open everyday at 11 but the doors were locked. Someone inside on a laptop saw us try both doors and just stared so we just left. Not sure if the place is closing down but it was pretty disappointing since it is one of the best chains that came to the area recently (to me at least).
Benz Krittapat
It was awesome! I think they are better than CAVA and give a larger portion. I ordered in advance and they have my food on time. I would definitely recommend and it's also easy to find parking here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bowl
Petra Massis
The most inauthentic middle eastern food I’ve ever had. I recommend finding an Arab-owned restaurant if you want yummy, authentic Arab food.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Ari Feinstein
Great service and food. Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ashley Yoon
The food gave me food poisoning. For the price, you don’t get that much food, and it was cold. The payment process was also very complex.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 3
Keunhwan Lee
Clean restaurant, fair portions, quick service, and good food. Was driving past with my wife and saw this new restaurant had opened and decided to give it a try. Chipotle/Choolah/CAVA style build your meal options.My wife often craves the falafel & shawarma pitas she used to get at Max's deli in Maryland but they closed shop a few months ago. This place has been the closest we've found to those flavors. The shawarma is a little wetter with more of a curry flavor but still good. The veggies/pickles are top notch. Pita is different, soft and chewy, a little sweet but delicious overall.
The menu is not a very extensive one, but what they focus on they do well. The customers can choose from several signature bowls or pitas. They can also build their own, picking their base, protein, veggies and sauces (several choices for each category). We got one signature chicken schwarma and one falafel bowl. Both had a generous portion of rice as a base (tasted almost like Asian short grain white). The cucumbers, cabbage and tomatoes were very fresh, also generously portioned. The pickles added a good crunch and acidity. The falafels were green hued inside, had many vegetables. The entire meal was very filling and satisfying. The chicken schwarma also got a stamp of approval.
Not real Mediterranean food. Go to an authentic Lebanese/Palestinian/Syrian restaurant for real Mediterranean food.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
George Murphy
Best new restaurant to open in Plaza America this year. One thing I remember about my trip the Middle East was the wonderful food. I was able to experience that delicious food again at Taim Mediterranean Kitchen. The thing that makes this food so good is the freshness and variety of choices. Give it a try, you will say I wish this would have been here sooner!Vegetarian options: There is no shortage of fresh greens and numerous healthy vegetables.Dietary restrictions: Great with people who need to watch their diet; but need great flavor and absolutely not boring.Parking: Nice large free parking lot.
Fresh, tasty and delicious Mediterranean food. Loved the sauces, the proteins, hummus and the pickled veggies. Highly recommend trying them out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Marinated Beets, Bowl, Falafel Plate, Pita
I recently had Taim because I had a free coupon for the chicken shawarma, but the chicken itself was so bland. The veggies were good though, and I liked the flavor for the rice, but the chicken was a bit stale in my opinion. The server was also rude about me getting water, which was a bit upsetting because I was really thirsty, so I ended up getting the ginger mint lemonade. The only thing is that there were black specks in my lemonade, which I felt uncomfortable drinking. I probably won't be coming back to this location.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Pickled Cabbage, Side Pita
Delicious! Fresh and soft falafel balls and tasty bread. Nice veggie toppings and great sauces. Best falafel I've had outside the middle east.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bowl, Hand Cut Fries, Sabich Pita, Falafel Plate, Pita
So we've been here about 3-4 times since they've opened and it was great each time. My go to is the OG Falafel Pita and it was so filling and tasted great each time. They do not skimp on the toppings at all which was great. Their fries are solid, not super crispy but thin. Goes great with the garlic sauce. The pita and hummus are also really solid. The most recent time we came by was around 11:45 AM on a Sunday. They should've been open since they open everyday at 11 but the doors were locked. Someone inside on a laptop saw us try both doors and just stared so we just left. Not sure if the place is closing down but it was pretty disappointing since it is one of the best chains that came to the area recently (to me at least).
It was awesome! I think they are better than CAVA and give a larger portion. I ordered in advance and they have my food on time. I would definitely recommend and it's also easy to find parking here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bowl
The most inauthentic middle eastern food I’ve ever had. I recommend finding an Arab-owned restaurant if you want yummy, authentic Arab food.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Great service and food. Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food gave me food poisoning. For the price, you don’t get that much food, and it was cold. The payment process was also very complex.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 3
Clean restaurant, fair portions, quick service, and good food. Was driving past with my wife and saw this new restaurant had opened and decided to give it a try. Chipotle/Choolah/CAVA style build your meal options.My wife often craves the falafel & shawarma pitas she used to get at Max's deli in Maryland but they closed shop a few months ago. This place has been the closest we've found to those flavors. The shawarma is a little wetter with more of a curry flavor but still good. The veggies/pickles are top notch. Pita is different, soft and chewy, a little sweet but delicious overall.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bowl, Shawarma Chicken, Sabich Pita, Pita
The menu is not a very extensive one, but what they focus on they do well. The customers can choose from several signature bowls or pitas. They can also build their own, picking their base, protein, veggies and sauces (several choices for each category). We got one signature chicken schwarma and one falafel bowl. Both had a generous portion of rice as a base (tasted almost like Asian short grain white). The cucumbers, cabbage and tomatoes were very fresh, also generously portioned. The pickles added a good crunch and acidity. The falafels were green hued inside, had many vegetables. The entire meal was very filling and satisfying. The chicken schwarma also got a stamp of approval.
Restaurantji Recommends
Love this new Mediterranean restaurant in town.
Not real Mediterranean food. Go to an authentic Lebanese/Palestinian/Syrian restaurant for real Mediterranean food.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Best new restaurant to open in Plaza America this year. One thing I remember about my trip the Middle East was the wonderful food. I was able to experience that delicious food again at Taim Mediterranean Kitchen. The thing that makes this food so good is the freshness and variety of choices. Give it a try, you will say I wish this would have been here sooner!Vegetarian options: There is no shortage of fresh greens and numerous healthy vegetables.Dietary restrictions: Great with people who need to watch their diet; but need great flavor and absolutely not boring.Parking: Nice large free parking lot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Falafel Tahini, Marinated Beets, Bowl
Delicious food! Love this place so much more than cava. Will be coming back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food tasty Mediterranean. Very yummy falafels. Great visit Trader Joes for grocery and then go for Dinner / Lunch combo.
Food: 5
Service: 5