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Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar
- 211 Summer St, Stamford, CT 06901

Mediterranean restaurant, Falafel restaurant ★4.0 (55)·$10–20

211 Summer St, Stamford, CT 06901, USA

4.0
Love this place, generous portions, incredible food! The mango lassi is the absolute best. Great for a late night snack.- Max - MM18
Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar Overview Intro Vibe Detail Photos Location Reviews
$10–20 per person Reported by 55 people$1–10$10–20$20–30

Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar Introduce

For Connecticut residents searching for a vibrant, flavorful, and authentic Mediterranean dining experience, Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar in Stamford, CT, stands out as a true local gem. This establishment offers much more than just a meal; it provides a culinary journey across the Mediterranean and beyond, featuring a rich tapestry of flavors, from classic Middle Eastern staples to refreshing juice bar creations. The atmosphere is casual yet inviting, perfect for a quick lunch, a satisfying dinner, or even a late-night bite.

The core of Taj Mediterranean’s appeal lies in its commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients and a diverse menu that caters to a wide range of tastes and dietary needs. Whether you're a devoted fan of traditional Halal cooking, a vegetarian seeking hearty options, or someone simply looking for a healthy, quick, and satisfying meal, Taj offers an option built just for you. The popularity of their dishes, such as the Shawarma Chicken Over Rice and the refreshing Mango Lassi, speaks volumes about the quality and taste that keep Connecticut diners coming back for more.

Introduction / Overview

Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar is a highly-regarded eatery in Stamford, Connecticut, specializing in authentic Mediterranean cuisine. It has successfully blended the vibrant, fresh flavors of the region with the convenience and appeal of a fast-casual dining experience. This establishment proudly operates as a Halal restaurant, ensuring that its meat offerings meet specific dietary standards, which is a major draw for many local communities. Its menu showcases a variety of popular Mediterranean and Middle Eastern street foods, including the beloved Falafel, savory Gyros, and flavorful Shawarma. Beyond the wraps and bowls, the "Juice Bar" element highlights a commitment to fresh, healthy beverages and complements the robust food offerings.

The concept revolves around flexibility, particularly with their "Taj Your Way" options, allowing patrons to fully customize their meal to fit their preference and nutritional goals. The entire dining experience is designed to be friendly and accessible, making it a favorite for solo diners, families, and locals gathering for an enjoyable meal in a relaxed environment. The consistently positive feedback from customers often focuses on the generous portions, the incredible flavor, and the attentive service.

Location and Accessibility

Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar is strategically located right in the heart of Stamford's bustling downtown area, making it an easy-to-reach destination for anyone in Fairfield County and beyond. Its specific address is:

211 Summer St, Stamford, CT 06901

This central location makes the restaurant highly accessible, whether you are walking from nearby offices, visiting the downtown shops, or arriving by car. A key highlight for many users is the restaurant's robust commitment to accessibility for all guests. The premises include:

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance, ensuring smooth entry and exit for everyone.
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot, simplifying the process of arriving at the location.
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom facilities, prioritizing comfort and convenience.
  • Wheelchair accessible seating arrangements within the dining area.

The atmosphere is described as casual and is welcoming to a diverse crowd, including being noted as both family-friendly and an LGBTQ+ friendly, transgender safespace, creating an inclusive and comfortable dining environment for all Connecticut residents.

Services Offered

Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar offers several flexible options to accommodate the varied schedules and preferences of its customers in the Stamford area:

  • Dine-in: Enjoy your meal in the casual, comfortable seating area, which also includes Wi-Fi access and gender-neutral restrooms.
  • Takeout: Perfect for a quick, delicious meal to enjoy at home, at work, or on the go.
  • Delivery: Offering convenience through no-contact delivery options, ensuring you can enjoy the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean delivered directly to your door.
  • Catering: Providing services for events, meetings, or parties, allowing groups to enjoy their favorite wraps, bowls, and sides.
  • Dining Options: Available for both Lunch and Dinner, with specific offerings catering to the late-night food crowd.
  • Dessert Service: A dedicated selection of desserts, including both classic American options like New York Style Cheesecake and traditional Indian sweets like Gulab Jamoon and Rasmalai.
  • Customizable Meals: The "Taj Your Way" concept allows customers to build their own Rice Bowl, Wrap, or Salad Bowl.
Features / Highlights

The restaurant’s features showcase a dedication to quality ingredients, diverse offerings, and a welcoming customer experience. Many of these features contribute to its strong local reputation:

  • Halal Focus: All meat dishes are Halal, making it a reliable choice for those seeking this specific dietary certification in Connecticut.
  • Extensive Menu Variety: The menu goes beyond standard wraps and includes specialty Gyro, Falafel, and Shawarma restaurant types, plus a dedicated Juice Shop element.
  • Dietary Inclusivity: Offerings include dedicated Vegan options, Vegetarian options (such as Falafel and Hummus), and healthy options, ensuring something for every diet.
  • Commitment to Freshness: The menu features Organic dishes and a Salad bar, highlighting the use of fresh, quality produce.
  • Late-Night Availability: A crucial feature for many Stamford residents, as the restaurant is popular for late-night food.
  • Popular Bowls and Wraps: Signature items include Chicken Shawarma Wrap, Falafel Wrap, Gyro Lamb Wrap, and the highly-praised Chicken Over Rice and Lamb Over Rice classic bowls.
  • Kid-Friendly Environment: Amenities include a Kids' menu and High chairs, making it a great destination for family dining.
  • Highly-Rated Beverages: The Mango Lassi is a customer favorite, described in reviews as "the absolute best," confirming the quality of their juice bar offerings.
Contact Information

To plan your visit, place an order for takeout or delivery, or inquire about catering services, you can reach Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar using the following contact details:

  • Address: 211 Summer St, Stamford, CT 06901
  • Phone: (203) 588-0003
  • Mobile Phone: +1 203-588-0003
What is Worth Choosing

For Connecticut diners, choosing Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar means opting for a destination where quality, flavor, and community come together. What makes it truly worth choosing is the ability to enjoy authentic, freshly prepared Halal dishes in a modern, casual setting. The generous portions, combined with a menu full of healthy options, comfort food, and quick bites, offer exceptional value for any meal of the day. The customizable nature of the bowls and wraps ensures a fresh and personalized experience every time. Furthermore, the commitment to an open and friendly atmosphere, where everyone from locals to families and the LGBTQ+ community is genuinely welcomed, solidifies its position as a staple in the Stamford culinary scene. Whether you are craving the savory, spiced perfection of Chicken Shawarma Over Rice or the cool, sweet refreshment of a Mango Lassi, Taj provides an unforgettable and satisfying taste of the Mediterranean right here in Connecticut.

Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar Vibe

  • Taj Your Way

  • Rice Bowl

    Customize your rice bowl with your choice of protein, veggies, pickles and sauces

  • Wrap

    Customize your wrap with your choice of bread, protein, veggies, pickles and sauces

  • Salad Bowl

    Customize your salad bowl with your choice of protein, veggies, pickles and sauces

  • Classic Wraps

  • Falafel Wrap $11.99

    Fried chickpea croquette, lettuce, cucumber and tomato, onion parsley sumac mix, and garlic whip. Served with white sauce and hot sauce

  • Chicken Shawarma Wrap $13.99

    Roasted strips of marinated chicken, lettuce, cucumber and tomato, onion parsley sumac mix, and garlic whip. Served with white sauce and hot sauce

  • Grilled Chicken Wrap $12.99

    Grilled marinated chicken cubes, lettuce, cucumber and tomato, onion parsley sumac mix, and garlic whip. Served with white sauce and hot sauce

  • Gyro Lamb Wrap $13.99

    Roasted strips of lamb, lettuce, cucumber and tomato, onion parsley sumac mix, and garlic whip. Served with white sauce and hot sauce

  • Classic Bowls

  • Chicken Over Rice $12.99

    Roasted strips of marinated chicken with yellow rice, lettuce, cucumber and tomato, onion parsley sumac mix. Served with white sauce and hot sauce.

  • Lamb Over Rice $13.99

    Roasted strips of gyro lamb with yellow rice, lettuce, cucumber and tomato, onion parsley sumac mix. Served with white sauce and hot sauce

  • Falafel Over Rice $11.99

    Fried chickpea croquette with yellow rice, lettuce, cucumber and tomato, onion parsley sumac mix. Served with white sauce and hot sauce

  • Shawarma Chicken Over Rice $13.99

    Shawarma chicken with yellow rice, lettuce, cucumber and tomato, onion parsley sumac mix. Served with white sauce and hot sauce

  • Desserts

  • New York Style Cheesecake $5.00

    Vegetarian. Classic New York-style cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust and rich, dense filling made from cream cheese

  • Gulab Jamoon $5.00

    Vegetarian. Famous Indian desert made with milk solids and flour, deep fried and soaked in sugar syrup

  • Rasmalai $6.00

    Spongy and juicy dessert made with cottage cheese and soaked in thickened milk

  • Beverage Bottle

  • Mango Lassi 16 Oz. $6.00

    A delicious creamy drink with mango, yogurt, milk, a little sugar, and a sprinkling of cardamom. Cool and refreshing, ideal on a hot day. Good source of probiotics, good for gut and naturally refreshing

  • Coca-Cola 20 Oz. $3.50

    Vegan, gluten free

  • Diet Coke 20 Oz. $3.50
  • Ginger Ale 20 Oz. $3.50

    Canada dry or schweppes, based on availability

  • Sprite 20 Oz. $3.50

    Vegan, gluten free

  • Fanta/Sunkist Orange 20 Oz. $3.50
  • Dasani Purified Water 20 Oz. $3.50

    Vegan, gluten free. Dasani combines the process of reverse osmosis filtration with a proprietary blend of minerals to create fresh, clean, and premium tasting water

  • Pure Leaf Real Brewed Tea Sweet Tea 18.5 Fl Oz. $3.50

    Freshly picked tea leaves sweetened with real sugar for a delicious fresh-brewed taste. Click to add to your meal.

  • Pure Leaf Real Brewed Tea Unsweetened 18.5 Fl Oz. $3.50

    Iced tea brewed from real tea leaves steeped in water and bottled without adding sugar or color.

  • Schweppes Ginger Ale 16.9 Oz. $3.50

    A refreshing carbonated beverage with bold, ginger flavor and lively bubbles.

  • Beverage Can

  • Sunkist Orange 12 Oz. $1.75
  • Coke 12 Oz. $1.75
  • Canada Dry Ginger Ale 12 Oz. $1.75
  • Diet Coke 12 Oz. $1.75
  • Sides

  • White Sauce - 8 Oz $3.00

    On popular demand, customers favorite sauce, for those who can't get enough of it

  • White Sauce - 3.25 Oz $1.50

    On popular demand, customers favorite sauce, for those who can't get enough of it

  • Hummus 8 Oz. $3.00

    Vegan, gluten free

  • Yellow Rice 16 Oz. $3.00

Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar Details

  • Service options

  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Offerings

  • Comfort food
  • Halal food
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Organic dishes
  • Quick bite
  • Salad bar
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Amenities

  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Locals
  • Transgender safespace
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar Photos

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Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar Location

Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar

211 Summer St, Stamford, CT 06901, USA

Taj Mediterranean Mezze and Juice Bar Reviews

An average rating of ★4.5 from 140 user reviews.

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