Is there a happy hour at Tanoreen?
Tanoreen is one of New York’s most beloved Middle Eastern restaurants, tucked into an unassuming corner of Bay Ridge and run by chef-owner Rawia Bishara and her daughter Jumana. What started in 1998 as a ten-table storefront is now a Michelin Bib Gourmand fixture, drawing diners across the city for its layered, home-style Palestinian cooking.
Expect a warm, bustling dining room built around sharing. The mezze spread is the reason to come — think smoky baba ganoush, freekeh, kibbeh, and Bishara’s signature dishes that riff on Nazareth home cooking. It’s a proper sit-down destination meal, not a quick bite.
What to Expect
There’s no happy hour here. Tanoreen is BYOB, so there’s no bar program or drink specials — plan to bring a bottle of wine to go with dinner. The value is in the generous, meticulously prepared plates coming out of the kitchen.
The Room
A warm, unpretentious corner dining room in Bay Ridge that stays busy with a mix of neighborhood regulars and out-of-towners making the trip. Tables are close and the energy is convivial — this is a place built for lingering over a spread of shared plates.
Who Tanoreen Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Special-occasion dinner | The Michelin-recognized Palestinian cooking makes it a worthy destination for birthdays and celebrations. |
| Group feast | The mezze-heavy menu is built for sharing, so it shines with a table full of people. |
| BYOB night out | Bring your own wine and pair it with the kitchen’s layered, spice-forward dishes. |
| Date night | The warm room and standout food make for a memorable, food-focused date. |
More NYC Happy Hours
The Wicked Monk · Bay Ridge
The Wicked Monk is a Bay Ridge institution built, quite literally, from salvaged Ireland: the owners shipped over the wood bar, pews, a…
Three Jolly Pigeons · Bay Ridge
Three Jolly Pigeons is one of Brooklyn’s oldest continuously operating bars, holding down the corner of 68th Street and 3rd Avenue in Bay…
Ayat · Bay Ridge
Acclaimed BYOB Palestinian "Soul Food" in Bay Ridge
Tanoreen FAQ
Does Tanoreen have a happy hour?
No. Tanoreen is a BYOB restaurant with no bar program, so there’s no happy hour or drink specials.
Is Tanoreen BYOB?
Yes. There’s no liquor license, so bring your own wine or beer to enjoy with dinner.
Is Tanoreen worth the trip to Bay Ridge?
Very much so — it holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand and is widely considered one of the best Middle Eastern restaurants in NYC.
What days is Tanoreen open?
It’s open Tuesday through Sunday, noon to 10 p.m., and closed on Mondays. Hours can shift, so call ahead.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Tanoreen before visiting for a specific deal.