Tahina — Restaurant in Alameda

This is a great little spot with delicious food. I got the chicken shawarma plate with labane and fries which come with pita and a side salad. For the sauces I got their hot sauce and their cilantro garlic sauce? (Sorry I forgot the exact name but it’s a great combo if you order the fries as a side.) My lady ordered the lamb/beef combo plate with hummus, and the quinoa side salad. The portions are actually worth the price unlike the chain Mediterranean spots that are all rice and no meat. Their pita is definitely unlike anything I’ve tried at other places, it’s light, fluffy, and just addicting! Their drink selection is vast too! I recommend the blue can juices they just complement the meal so well. Last but certainly not least, they have the Dubai chocolate! Not a brick but just enough to enjoy yourself post meal. The staff were very nice even though you could tell they were busy with online orders! We will definitely be back to try their other...

I love Tahina!

Whenever I am having a hectic week with no time to cook and need a little pick me up, I come here for takeout.

My usual to go is the Tahina bowl. This time, though, I chose the Fattoush salad topped with lamb-beef, and now this is my new favorite!

The veggies were crisp and fresh: radish thinly sliced, cucumber, romaine and sumac onion. The perfect amount of feta crumbles and pita croutons with mouth watering lemon dressing.

And the lamb-beef was juicy, very well seasoned, and deliciously charred. I ate the whole thing and it was super satisfying!

I like they use sustainable packaging and I only wish the lid was also made of paper. I know, I know, this looks prettier…

The staff is efficient and there’s no much of an atmosphere (it is a counter), I am giving 5 stars to atmosphere because the outside sitting area is clean and cute.

If you find yourself in Alameda you should...

Every time I swing by Tahina, it's like stepping into a familiar scene with a twist. It's my go-to spot when my stomach's growling and I'm short on time.

Their wraps? A wild ride! I usually grab the chicken shawarma, but I shook things up with the lamb and beef kebab pita recently. It's huge! Picture this: you're about to take a bite, and - whoops - it's a delicious landslide. A bit messy, but it's part of the fun.

Sure, it's a tad pricey, but the portions are generous. The flavor? Fresh, especially their knockout freshly baked bread. It's the real MVP here.

What I really dig is the vibe. The staff are as friendly as it gets, making you feel right at home. Plus, its spot in the bustling Alameda Marketplace adds to its charm – it's like a little treasure tucked away among other gems.

So, if you're in a lunch crunch and up for a bit of culinary excitement, Tahina is your place. Just maybe...