We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.
All 104 Redwood City Restaurants »

Tarboosh

837 Jefferson Ave, Redwood City, CA 94063-1803
650-474-2667
Got a photo?
Add it.
Ranked #75 of 104 restaurants in Redwood City
3.0 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Cuisines: Mediterranean
Restaurant details
Update restaurant details
Write a Review

8 reviews from our community

37% Recommend
    0
    3
    2
    2
    1
Rating summary
    Food
    Service
    Value
    Atmosphere
Date Rating
San Francisco, California
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2011

The restaurant was so cold. We were near the front of the restaurant, so we could feel the cold outside air blasting in under the front window/ door assembly and the waiters were wearing a jacket; one had a scarf tied around his neck. The owner must do something to fix this situation. The waiters were as friendly as the... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2009

good food, service was a bit slow More

Was this review helpful? Yes
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 July 2008

Another great place. VERY kid friendly. I'll tell you the story sometime. ;-) More

Was this review helpful? Yes
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2008

Nice, fun atmosphere. Some yummy Middle Eastern dishes More

Was this review helpful? Yes
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2008

Tarboosh used to be one of my favorite restaurants, but the quality seems to have dropped in recent years. The service has become slow, and the food less savory. Still, in its heyday, I would always go and just order about two appetizers (called mezza) per person, and we'd all shares tapas-style. From the appetizers, I always ordered the fool... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2008

service is pretty bad. Food is expensive More

Was this review helpful? Yes
joecm
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2008

Food is alright, but the service is incredibly slow. We've waited 40 minutes for lunch. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
akasaka
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2010
Google Translation

More
Was this review helpful? Yes

Travellers who viewed Tarboosh also viewed

No photo provided
4.5 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Redwood City, CA
No photo provided
4 of 5 stars 21 Reviews
Redwood City, CA
 
Donato Enoteca
4.5 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
Redwood City, CA
No photo provided
4.5 of 5 stars 12 Reviews
Redwood City, CA
 

Been to Tarboosh? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Tarboosh, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing