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Tom's Tabooley
Categories: Restaurants Middle Eastern Restaurants Vegetarian Restaurants Mediterranean Middle Eastern, Vegetarian, Mediterranean
2928 Guadalupe StSte 102
Austin, TX 78705
Neighborhood: University of Texas
(512) 479-7337
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 7 am - 10 pm
Sat 11 am - 10 pm
Sun 11 am - 8 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street, Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- No
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Good For:
- Lunch
- Alcohol:
- Beer & Wine Only
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Ambience:
- Hipster, Casual
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- Dogs Allowed:
- Yes
76 reviews for Tom's Tabooley
Review Highlights
"The tabooley+hummus version is fantastic."
(in 29 reviews)
"I had a delectable falafel wrap and my partner with..."
(in 12 reviews)
"...now sell beer, they have board games, there is usually good..."
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76 reviews in English
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Review from Urwhatuea T.
Austin, TX
1/20/2012
I love everything about this place.
The cute mix n match furniture, the cool friendly neighborhood Austin vibe, the art on the walls, the location, the iced tea...
But most of all the falafel! Best falafel anywhere. Crunchy and fresh with lots of parsley, good flavorful tahini. Their hummus and baba ganoush are the best anywhere. Pick some up to go with some also-local Phoenicia pita. (If you're lucky, you can find it at the grocery store too. Boooo to Central Market for stopping carrying it. Wheatsville has it though.)
Love love love Tom's Tabooley! -
Review from Christina B.
Austin, TX
Updated - 1/25/2012
I gave Tom's three stars before I discovered the Thai Wrap. Get it with marinated tofu (and feta if you're not vegan) and you will be in Heaven.
They also have delicious french fries and Italian sodas, but really who goes to a Mediterranean place for french fries and Italian sodas? Me, I guess.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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2/6/2010
I'm a BIG falafel fan. I'll eat it solo, in a pita, or smothered in tzatziki sauce.
And really, Tom's… Read more »
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Review from Tiffany W.
Austin, TX
1/3/2012 1 Check-in Here
Delicious cheap (and healthy) mediterranean options including an extensive ala carte menu and a cute grocery store for items "to-go"
Tom's Tabooley has changed tremendously since my first visit here almost 3 years ago. They recently purchased the lot next door and expanded their space to include a room for live performances. I dropped in on a Monday night and was pleasantly surprised by the live entertainment playing what sounded like the love-child of soft-jazz and country music.
Service is really friendly and the food is great. I recommend the hummus, tabooley (of course) and falafel wrap with fries.
Note: They also serve coffee and the comfy booths and couches (with outlets) create the perfect studying environment.
Whether you're looking for a quiet night out, a peaceful study nook, or just to satisfy your hunger... stop by Tom's Tabooley for your one-stop-shop! -
Review from Alicia F.
Austin, TX
2/3/2012
I have to give Tom's five stars because there is nowhere, nowhere else in Austin with falafel this good. Seriously people. Maybe you've had falafel in the past and were thinking. "What is this dry, gritty sh*t in my pita?" Well, not here my friends. Tom's falafel is delicious, crunchy on the outside, moist on the inside, and plentiful. Not to mention downright cheap! If you add the facts that the staff are friendly (Tom himself manages to remember me and my family even after long absences) , there is hibiscus-mint iced tea, and you can grab a square of delicious homemade fudge to top it all off, you just can't go wrong here. Now, if only I could get my three year old to agree with me...
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Review from Aly J.
Austin, TX
12/22/2011
I used to come here maybe once a week back when I lived close to the UT campus. The Tom's Special is an amazing deal and always left me completely stuffed. I'm actually almost drooling just by thinking about it right now. Mmm.
Service was always really friendly; once I went in and had a conversation about purses for a while with the cool lady at the counter.
In the front of the restaurant they have a bunch of random candies and olive oils and stuff, which was always fun to browse while I was waiting for my food. They also have art (local? maybe?) on the walls which sometimes is weird, sometimes pretty, sometimes boring. I considered buying a few pieces but my poor college budget always held me back.
While there are better mediterranean options in Austin, Tom's Tabooley is really high quality considering how close to campus it is, and it's pretty consistently good. :) -
Review from Ananda C.
Austin, TX
10/29/2011 7 Check-ins Here
I love mediterranean food. I love Lebanese food. I love falafel and tabbouleh. I was really hoping I would love Tom's Tabooley and I sure do!
The falafel is yummy, albeit on the salty side. The hummus is yummy. Great tabbouleh! Get the mediterranean platter and you can sample all their 'sides'. The falafel wrap and fries (and they have malt vinegar, just saying) is a cheap meal and delicious! I look forward to going back to work my way down the menu. YUM!
On top of that, the staff is friendly. Go and bring me something back. -
Review from Allison P.
Austin, TX
1/10/2012
This place is awesome! I've been going for four years, and it's only gotten better.
The service is always friendly and the atmosphere is very relaxed and welcoming. I love their chai tea and their fries are AMAZING. I always order the special - the falafel and fries are delicious and a great price!
The unique array of sodas and candies available in the pre-prepared section at the front have also always been super tempting.
This is a great place for both grabbing a quick meal on to go or sitting around to chat, study, or hang out. -
Review from calily b.
10/16/2011
The falafel special is a great deal! But be forewarned that your breath will be kickin' it garlic style when you're done.
The french fries are hand-cut, but they tend to run on the flimsy side and not crisp enough. I'm not sure if they do this, but maybe they should look into double-frying their french fries to make them crispy!
Most recently, I ordered their gyro and while the meat was delicious, the whole gyro itself was kind of disappointing. There wasn't enough sauce or veggies.
The store is cute and has plenty of comfortable tables, chairs, and even some sofas.
They have some really cool retro candy and Turkish taffy (who knew?!) as well. -
Review from Brad M.
Austin, TX
9/10/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Why do I always want to say Tom's Taboolery? Like a tomfoolery hybrid...
Anyways, I love this place. I eat here probably two times a week while in school. I used to rock a special every time I went in...Falafel Wrap(swap the taratoor for tzatziki) and fries for 6 doll hairs? GTFO.
This was of course until I discovered the flavorsplosion that lies within their Thai Wrap with Falafel. I don't know what tasty demon possessed you to put noodles in a wrap Tom, but if this is the result, I will prevent the exorcism. Also, ask for extra Sambal.
The staff are all super rad, they now sell beer, they have board games, there is usually good music, and they have ice cubes shaped like top-hats for no extra charge. -
Review from David D.
Berkeley, CA
9/30/2011
I found out about Tom's Tabooley while searching for vegetarian food on Yelp. Jackpot! I came here on a Sunday afternoon and had the $5 falafel special. I also ordered hummus and a Dr. Pepper.
The food was delicious. Good falafel, not too dry. Delicious fries. Yummy hummus. The guy who took my order recommended some Sriracha sauce, which did a really good job of rounding out the flavor of the meal.
The restaurant itself seemed to be a hodgepodge of styles and seating arrangements. I ended up sitting in an upholstered chair and pulling up a round table. Hey, whatever works! Now hurry up and get down here! -
Review from Megan C.
Austin, TX
6/6/2011
This place has delicious food. The staff is awesome. The location is annoying, but living in Austin you come to realize that there are two spots where most things are located: The Drag and North Lamar. Oh well.
The worst thing about this place is that I order a Gyro and I get less and less meat every time. OK, so maybe I've put on a pound or ten in the past few months, but when I order a gyro, I mean a GYRO, not a pita with four (yeah FOUR) slices of meat and at least 10 oz of sauce. OK, maybe I'm exaggerating about the sauce, but literally four slices of meat for what they charge is highway robbery. I'm used to the Chicago style $3.95 gyro stuffed so full that you'll need and extra pita and you'll still have left overs. Bummer.
My boyfriend gets vegetarian options and they seem plentiful and yummy, but honestly, sometimes I need like 15 slices of lamb to satisfy my cravings. -
Review from Maria M.
Austin, TX
11/29/2011
Great place to eat, study, and hang out. Main advantages of going to Toms vs a coffee shop:
- Lots of seats and power outlets for laptops.
- Good food and snack options.
- Cheaper coffee than most coffee shops.
- Good music and not too loud.
At night sometimes they have events. I recommend checking their calendar. -
Review from Chrissy F.
Austin, TX
5/11/2011 1 Check-in Here
A friend of a friend was in town and suggested this place to grab a late lunch. As soon as he said "gyros," I was in. The inside has a coffee/lounge area feel to it. Brigid (Tom's wife) took our order at the counter and was really helpful and sweet. She asked if we had been there before and when I said no, she told me about the place and different events that they have. Apparently there's live music on Tuesday nights and board game night on Wednesdays.
From what I saw, it was a popular place to study too. The atmosphere was pretty chill and generally quiet. They even had an attached room with more seating that seemed to be reserved for those hard-core studiers. Also, their website says they have free WIFI so Hey girl, hey!
I was looking forward to the gyros and they did not dissapoint! They were so yummy and exactly what I wanted. There's a lot of other Greek and vegetarian/gluten free menu items as well. My friend tried the baklava and she really liked it. They have a variety of local drinks and specialty candies too.
I'm glad we went here, because otherwise I wouldn't have known it existed. I'm not usually over here on this side of town, but it will definately be a consideration for a cool, yummy place to eat when I am. -
Review from Natalie C.
Austin, TX
4/27/2011 1 Check-in Here
Hooray for gluten-free options!
The Guy at the front was so happy to see me when I walked in I actually felt bad for being in a rush. He was so kind and walked me through the menu. We decided on the falafel wrap and fries combo -wrapped in lettuce instead of pita. (The falafel contains tiny traces of pita but since I have a gluten sensitivity not celiac disease I went for it.)
Fa-mazingly delicious. Both the fries and the wrap! -
Review from James L.
Austin, TX
Updated - 5/5/2011
I went this evening to study. The atmosphere is unique and the tabooley is great. The staff was super friendly. I broke my wrist a couple months ago and just got my cast off today. The doctor told me to put a hot rag on the wrist while stretching it. I asked them for a hot rag and they happily gave it to me. So accommodating!
GREAT PLACE TO STUDY AND GRAB A BITE1 Previous Review: Show all »
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2/16/2011
This place is amazing. Coffee shop atmosphere plus international food and absolutely great service.… Read more »
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Review from Anita C.
4/10/2011
I've passed by Tom's Tabooley a thousand times but never knew what it was. When you try a new kind of food, it can go really well or very badly. Well, two key ingredients in my choice of lunch entree made it the latter.
I ordered the falafel with hummus and tabooley. Falafel (fried patties of ground chickpeas and herbs, like a hash brown) seemed like a popular choice, so I decided to try it for the first time. Stuffed with ingredients, the pita is pretty hearty, but it was so...bean-heavy and maybe too vegetarian for me? Maybe I went into over-achiever mode by getting it with hummus and tabooley, but I left with a full tummy but unsatisfied palette.
I'd give my meal 2 stars, but the service and atmosphere were good, so I bumped it up to 3. Though I will say that the pita and hummus were superb, so maybe next time, I'll try a gyro or straight pita and hummus. -
Review from Bill S.
Austin, TX
Updated - 5/31/2011
Tom's Tabooley was closed for Memorial Day, and I had a craving for tabouleh, so I checked Central Market. They sell containers from The Mediterranean Chef. I bought about a pound (two containers) and ate it over dinner and the following lunch.
The tabouleh was a little dry. The parsley didn't taste fresh. There wasn't much tomato in it either. I ended up adding some olive oil and some lemon juice to get it closer to what I'm used to.
I didn't grow up in a middle-eastern household or marry into a middle-eastern family, and I don't spend a substantial amount of time hanging out with Mediterranean immigrants, so I am no judge of whether the tabouleh I bought from Central Market is authentic. What I can tell you is I probably won't buy the Mediterranean Chef product again; I prefer the tabouleh from Tom's Tabooley.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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5/22/2011
As far as I'm concerned, a pint of tabouleh from Tom's Tabooley and a bag of pita bread from… Read more »
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Review from Kitty K.
Austin, TX
5/16/2011
Tom's Tabooley is awesome for white people who don't know what great greek food tastes like.
I have no beef with them but honestly.... meh. The food is alright and I guess it's good considering I haven't had really any mediterranean food since moving here. I think the owners are arab or turkish...?
Definitely not great if you want traditional greek food but if you can't find any I guess it will do just fine. As for me I will make my own in the future. Baklava, not a fan. Falafel is pretty good. Dolmades, total meh.
Oh, their french fries are pretty darn good! -
Review from Jason M.
Round Rock, TX
10/6/2011
. I'd seen it for many years on the drag, but just stopped in to have a snack and get some writing done on a Saturday afternoon. At first, I was taken with the kitschy, laid-back atmosphere of the place.
Unfortunately, both of the people on the clock really seemed like they didn't want us there. They were unaccommodating, despite the fact that my girlfriend and I were the only 2 people in the place. Won't be going back. It was your typical West Campus apathy. -
Review from M.E. F.
Arlington, VA
8/24/2011
Great little place. I was there in the middle of the day on a weekday and the place was practically empty, but I could tell it could support a much larger crowd. The Thai noodle bowl with seasoned tofu really hit the spot, and my order of pita chips were a bit greasy but probably the best pita chips I've tasted (better than Stacy's bagged kind). Great little place!
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Review from Igor S.
Austin, TX
7/13/2011
One of Austin's best kept secret.
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Review from Izzy K.
Portland, OR
3/17/2011 4 Check-ins Here
I remember the first time I walked into Tom's Tabooley. I was in a bit of a hurry on the way to a show downtown, so I didn't have time to fully appreciate it. I promised myself I would come back, and I am so glad I did. Tom's Tabooley has fantastic food that warms my vegetarian heart, and a quaint coffee menu. They also offer a great selection of canned beverages and hard-to-find candies.
The atmosphere is lovely. Tom's is casual: There are tables, booths, and couches. In addition to that, there are plenty of board games if you feel like loafing around for a while.
After all is said and done, Tom's Tabooley is probably my favorite restaurant ever. I have nothing to complain about: excellent food, excellent atmosphere, and excellent people behind the counter (as well as excellent prices...yessss!) -
Review from Stephan C.
Manhattan, NY
3/9/2011
From an incredible falafel sandwich which included the freshest tabooley and hummus I have ever had, to handmade grape leaves, to there own homemade fudge, Tom's Tabooley is an Austin institution and a must visit. You can always buy at the supermarkets in Austin as well, including whole foods, which is a testament to the quality. Look forward to
the new expansion which will have live music and games! -
Review from Marie E.
Manhattan, NY
9/25/2010
I met the Hummus Bitch!!!
Went to Tom's and met a really nice guy behind the counter who many of you may know as the Hummus Bitch.
He made us some great Italian sodas to go with our hummus and baba ganoush appetizer. I had a delectable falafel wrap and my partner with something equally delicious with beef. I couldn't be considered with what he was eating although his fries were delish as I was trying to figure out what the heck was in my wrap. I saw noodles, carrots that seemed to be flavored with peanut sauce, crisp noodles and oodles of flavor.
We have known to become addicts of really good food and I can see that we are going to get to know the Hummus Bitch quite well.
Plus, the staff may or may not know they played one of our all time favorite jams- Jimmy, Jimmy Aaja! -
Review from Jen L.
New York, NY
6/30/2011
I like how comfortable their little shop is. It's like a cafe/living room. The falafel was really salty but besides that, their taboooley was very refreshing! They also have italian soda with milk, which I haven't seen anywhere else.
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Review from Siree A.
Austin, TX
12/9/2010
Tom's Tabbouley is amazing! Truly.
I come here because I like to eat local and the service is wonderful. The owners are so sweet. Also, the atmosphere is great, especially when there's live music. I come here on a regular basis because it's great for studying or just chilling with friends. (For studying, I enjoy their diner seats because it's the buttcomfort of a couch/sofa but there's a table for work!) Even when they don't have live music though, their regular music selection is lovely and not overwhelming as some other cafes where I've studied at are. In fact, my friend and I have a Tom's Tabbouley playlist on grooveshark that we regularly update.
It epitomizes Austin in that it is so very chill yet eccentric enough to keep you on your toes.
Meal of choice: Tabbouley melt and frozen chai. -
Review from John A.
Austin, TX
4/23/2011
The food at this place was really good, i was surprised to enjoy my meal so much considering it had no meat at all. it didn't taste like vegetarian food usually tastes(like its missing something). I can't remember what i had here, but it was delish and the fries are really good too. the atmosphere is really relaxed, perfect for studying, reading, hanging out, or playing boardgames. i definitely recommend this place to anyone.
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Review from Marissa S.
Seattle, WA
11/19/2008
I was just pondering sandwiches and I remembered one of my favorites...the Middle Eastern equivalent of a sammy. My mind immediately went to the Thai Falafel at Tom's Tabooley and now I miss Austin.
Too bad they don't ship well, dem's some tasty vittles! -
Review from Allison C.
Austin, TX
7/29/2011
Pretty good but not very traditional. Their dolmas had a strange flavor unlike any I had ever tasted.
I also wish they served Chicken and not just Gyro meat. -
Review from Addie B.
Austin, TX
9/16/2009
First I tried the Hummus...bland! I never have really like any of Tom's stuff, but the other night I was having Falafel, from my favorite booth at Sunset Farmer's Market, Aunt Nita, and I decided I really wanted some stuffed grape leaves to go along with it and complete the meal. So instead of going to the CO-OP like I usually do, I went to HEB since it's right behind my house. Come to find they ONLY carry Tom's Stuffed Grape Leaves...I look at my choices and decide I should give Tom one more chance.
Hmmm, Traditional, Curry, and Dill Mint. "Well, not Dill Mint" I think, "We're having a delicious cucumber dill sauce with our meal". "I'll try traditional, and curry, that sounds about right."
So I go home and fix our meal and crack open one of Tom's, the curry first. Hmmm, as I take a bite all the juice comes squirting out...not so good I think. Maybe traditional is better....
Then I take a bite of the traditional and all I can think is, "NUTMEG? Gross who the hell puts NUTMEG into stuffed grape leaves?" Maybe it's good in small amounts and if it's fresh nutmeg, but this was obviously not fresh nutmeg.
BOOOOOOOO on you Tom!
But maybe one day I will give something else a chance. Never say never right? -
Review from Shane H.
Orlando, FL
10/3/2007
This place is conveniently located at the north end of the Drag and is a good place to stop and grab a bite during your little shopping outing. The place is small on the inside but does offer some outdoor seating to relax and people watch.
The food is very good especially the hummus, however the gyro leaves much to be desired and is quite possibly the worst in the city. Instead of slices of nice succulent pieces of gyro meat they slice them paper thin and then burn them to a crisp. It's a closer match to bacon than gyro meat. Unfortunately I am a gyro lover through and through so a bad gyro is the kiss of death for any place purporting to be Mediterranean or Greek in any way.
Your best bet is to grab some hummus to go then jaunt across the street to Milto's for a great gyro. The prices here are middle of the line but considering the quality they could be cheaper.
Overall, it is a decent place to sit outside enjoy some hummus and maybe a falafel but avoid the gyro. Four stars for the hummus, if they didn't have that it would be a solid one star.Listed in: The Drag
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Review from Lauren G.
10/9/2009
The gyro is delicious! For $5.25 you get a warm pita filled with lamb and beef, topped with tzatziki (a yogurt mint sauce) along with onion, lettuce, and tomato. They also have a deal now where you can get fries with it for a small bit more. The falafel with hummus is also worth trying, but its a heavy meal, especially for lunch. But for $4.75, you can't beat the price.
They sell their hummus at a few store around town (right now only Central Market comes to mind, but HEB might have it too), and I think the southwestern is the best. If it had a little more kick, I would love it more, but its still great.
I've never had a bad experience here. The service is always prompt and friendly. The food is piping hot every time. The owners are usually there and the wife works in the kitchen. I've meet Tom several times and he is the nicest person. I love supporting an Austin restaurant, especially when the people are this nice.
I recommend Tom's for anyone in the neighborhood. Even if you're not, you should take a ride over and check it out. -
Review from Corey W.
Austin, TX
11/21/2009 2 Check-ins Here
The food here is a 3.5 to 4 stars. As others have said, it's not real original, but it's well done. What really gives it the 5-star rating is the people and the prices.
Every time I've been in there, whoever's behind the counter has been nothing but welcoming and helpful. When you're there, you feel like friends of the family. They actually cooked up a sample of something for us to try since we weren't sure about it.
Normally it costs about $20 when my fiancée and I grab dinner at a less-expensive restaurant. At Tom's, we end up spending $15 with at tip. The Falafel wrap is an easy $4.50, and it's only $0.50 to add a good portion of fries to that. Iced tea is $1.35, versus the usual $2.
* Note: Tom's and the neighboring businesses have a PARKING LOT so you can actually find parking here, which is nice when you're at lunch and need to hurry back to work! *
GoLocal cardholders, you can get a free side of fries with your order! -
Review from Mr G.
TX
3/5/2008
i went to a small comic book opening the other night at Austin Books... they had Tom's 'grape leaves' (aka dolmas)
They were impeccable.. and I'm now going to hunt down Tom's and see what they've got in them. They were slightly different than average dolmas I've had around town (Marakesh on Congress.. I'm looking at you) -
Review from Nita N.
Austin, TX
1/26/2009
This is a great place to grab a quick lunch if you're in the area. They offer a variety of salads and wraps, but I've only tried the falafel wraps each time I've come here. I've ordered it with and without the hummus, and I think I prefer it without the hummus, as the hummus makes it too thick and rich. I prefer to dip the wrap in a side of the tzatziki yogurt dip. The wraps are generously sized and reasonably price. I do, however, prefer a thinner pita for the wrap, even though the thicker ones do a better job of holding the wrap together.
I also like the many different candies they sell near the front counter, especially the individually wrapped mochis.
The parking lot can be a little difficult to maneuver out of when there is a lot of traffic on Guadalupe. -
Review from Heather S.
Austin, TX
4/19/2011
loved the thai wrap w/ falafel! thanks tom's for helping me keep up my Meatless Monday!
this place has a pretty cool interior w/ booths, funky chairs and sofas tucked around coffee tables for a very relaxed vibe. -
Review from lindsay d.
Austin, TX
11/26/2008
My first of many trips to Tom's Tabooley-
not sure why I hadn't even considered eating here before... possibly because I have never had taboouleh that I really liked, perhaps because it's location is just far enough from campus to make it an impractical lunch stop.
Food:
I got a few falafels, fries and a thai salad- everything was hot and fresh and flavorful. The falafel were crisp and salty, the noodle salad was garlicky, and the fries were hot, salty and fresh-cut. Yum!
Store:
service was fast, though to be fair, mine was the only order being prepared when I came.
NPR was playing in the spacious seating area.
There is ample seating, booth (wee!) and chairs and a wall dividing the room for privacy.
Well lit, circulating air and colorful art increase the comfort
AND free wi-fi and outlets at every table- wow. -
Review from Samuel B.
Leander, TX
9/29/2009
Friendly, informal, palate-flipping local veggie fare. Most likely served by a member of Tom's family. Enjoy eating on-site in their new remodeled space, or purchase their tabooley at local grocery store !
Undercelebrated are their stellar coffee drinks and intruiging to-go snack fare. Also, a casualty of remodeling was Tom's shrine to the Chicago White Sox; I miss that.
If you are having a tough week, try a Thai falafel wrap to right your ship. -
Review from Sophie Y.
Austin, TX
12/3/2008
I had high hopes for the Thai falafel based on other reviews but the pita was tough, the lettuce was wilted and there wasn't any particular "Thai" flavor to it that I could discern. I ended up eating the noodles, cabbage and falafel as a salad.
There is a variety of seating...some tables for two, some larger tables, a couple of booths and even a sofa. They sell a variety of candy. $.23 for one red Swedish Fish...perfect when you just need a tiny sweet after lunch.
I'm generally a fan of Tom's falafel, tabouli and hummus. Although today's Thai falafel was a big disappointment (and I'm still hungry), I'll be back. -
Review from kate s.
Austin, TX
6/24/2010
Wow. The staff was friendly and offered to explain anything on the menu (I'm sure we looked like newbies). The food was fresh and delicious (I had a tofu wrap with some kind of spicy chili sauce and a side of hummus and pita). The atmosphere was perfect. By perfect I mean -- cozy, comfortable chairs, board games galore to play while you eat -- basically I was 10 years old again, at my Grandma Ouida's house, not stressing about any life to-dos, and kicking butt at battleship.
I would give Tom's a five star if I had tried more of the menu. Pita and hummus is so hard to mess up, that it will take a few trips before I hand out the 5 star (but I have a hunch I won't need much more convincing).
