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    Beni's Falafel

    4.3 (36 reviews)
    ModerateFalafel, Kosher, Vegetarian
    Open Open 24 hours

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    5 balls felafel (lol) with hummus!
    Justin D.

    MAZAL TOV - we have felafel in Manila! you can't get anymore authentic then Benni's he is, after all, Jewish! So everything he serves is Kosher - coz according to Beni, it doesn't get more kosher than him! Gone are the days of the old store (see across the street - it is still there) where the cramped dining often dissuaded curious passer-by's. Yup - new space, more seating, more TV's... So you can rock up at Benni's at anytime (open 24h) and expect a seat. THE FOOD - MUST TRY: - Felafel's (obviously); - hummus; - chicken liver meal sets (its like the adobo in Israel) - the pita - salads Dont count on delivery being a straightforward thing - often Benni's only delivers to Makati area and has a 1000peso minimum Shalom de Benni!

    Alvin O.

    Beni's Falafel had been a popular falafel place that my friends would tell me its the best. We happen to passby here just before going to Batangas on a wee hours of the day. I was surprised to findout it is open for 24hours. So, we ordered their usual feast. The Beni's Falafel Sandwich with addtional Hummus. The pita pocket was filled with 5 balls of falafel with shredded cabbage, tomato, and a spread of hummus underneath. The falafel has a nice, crispy crust with a soft, moist center. I love the crunch and the spiced flavor of it. It reminded me of a vegan burger because of how it was eaten and the filling. We regularly put their white sauce (not the sweet, garlic sauce). The white sauce has a nutty bitterness due to tahini that give it another kick of flavor. The hummus was nice and smooth. It was really good! Beni's Falafel is now top of my list for Middle Eastern cuisine. #TheFoodCrawlers #OngsFoodprints #TheLostDiego

    Shakshuka!
    Bernie J.

    I consider myself a Beni's loyalist since I first tasted his famous Falafel sandwich. Although I am an unapologetic carnivore, I always leave Beni's satisfied without craving for any type of meat whatsoever. I ordered the Shakshuka in July last visit. I was almost disappointed when the Shakshuka that was served to me was a bit drier than what I was used too and the egg on top was not runny (overcooked?) at all! I took a chance and asked the server to change the plate because I don't like overcooked egg. They graciously took my plate back and came back with the perfect plate. The Shakshuka was as good as I the one Inhad back when Beni's was still in its old location across the street. The hot sauce and tahini sauce only served to take this dish up a notch higher. I will certainly be back soon to re-acquaint myself with Beni's other menu items.

    Nicole S.

    I am a big fan of falafels and kebabs and I only heard of Beni's Falafel while I was in the parlor in A.Venue and I got hungry. See, South Salon allows you to have food delivered so you don't go hungry while they dye your hair and give you treatments and relaxing massages. Anyway, so I said, okay, why don't I give it a try? I ordered a Beni's Falafel with additional hummus. When it arrived, I was extremely hungry that just the smell made me drool. I was like a vampire smelling blood while trying to control her blood lust. I opened the bag, there was a falafel sandwich with a siding of hummus. I quickly tasted the hummus and it was PERFECT. Not too thick, not too thin. It was just right. The way a hummus should be. It was definitely love at first taste. Next, I fixed my falafel. I wanted to make sure that every bite would have hummus and garlic sauce on it. And ooh when I bit it for the first time, it was like I fell in love for the first time. It was like the first time I tasted ice cream. Or the first time I ever skipped rope. Or the first time I got an A in school. It was just amazing. Indescribable. I wish that Webster can create a new word so that I can better explain how I felt and what I tasted. Then I find out that it's open 24 HOURS. Well isn't that perfect for someone who works til late at night?

    Updated menu
    Ranillo R.

    A good falafel is hard to find anywhere, but I was amazed to find a superb one in the Philippines. Located in Makati, it is a 24/7 late night establishment perfect for the munchies after a night drinking or just one good food. The falafels here are legit coming in half (3 falafel) or full (5) size order with veggies and pita bread. The white sauce and red sauce are perfect compliments to the falafels. The hummus is a must with the falafel. Definitely worth the extra charge. Service is quick and prompt always. It is on the pricier size, but the quality is worth it. Definitely coming back here for my falafel fix in the future.

    Nicely tucked in one of the side streets perpendicular to Makati Avenue
    Carl C.

    When I first stumbled upon this somewhat obscure joint off Makati Avenue, I never expected it to become a part of my life. You see, my friends and I had originally intended to have a quick lunch at the usual place across the street when we noticed a bunch of foreigners of Middle Eastern origin all crowding over in "some Israeli" place. Naturally, we had to go where the action was. That was a little over two year ago; now, a week would not go by without me wolfing down its signature Beni's Falafel, a sandwich of nicely toasted pita pocket, tasty chickpea patties that are crunchy outside and soft and creamy inside, made complete with fresh local veggies. But what really sets it apart is the tahini sauce - rich yet simple, authentic unlike the yogurt sauce being served in most other places that offer a similar cuisine. Another item in the menu that's worth trying would be the shakshuka. The lacto ovo vegetarian - friendly dish tastes surprisingly straightforward and clean considering it is poached eggs stewed in fresh tomatoes and spices. I usually have it with pita and of course, the tahini sauce. The place also serves other Middle Eastern food like baba ganoush, humus and Turkish coffee. For drinks, you may choose to have a fruit shake, a bottled iced or soda. (Personally, I just have water.) If you are a carnivore, there are items in the menu for you as well, like chicken breast, schnitzel and chicken liver. The place is small. Except for the framed feature articles hanging on the wall, along with a small corkboard holding photos of celebrities who have also stumbled upon this hidden treasure, the furnishing is kept to what is only necessary. It can comfortably accommodate around 20 people at a time though there are also plastic chairs lined up outside. It is open 24 hours making it a perfect place to grab a gratifying yet healthy late lunch, a much deserved post-workout snack or an after-party night cap, whether you are with a small group or just your thoughts.

    The big homus with falafel + honey lemon and ginger tea
    Danyella P.

    Although I live in Salcedo Village, which is very close to Poblacion, I must confess I didn't use to explore the barangay's streets. Maybe because of Makati Avenue's traffic and the busy atmosphere around. Well, I don't know the reason. The only thing I know is that everything changed when I found Beni's Falafel, a tiny restaurant hidden in the dark Valdez Street. By looking at the façade, you don't expect too much. But go beyond the first impression and you'll see it offers Manila's best falafel. Their must-try is Beni's Falafel (PHP 135), which is actually a falafel sandwich. I also recommend the Big Homus with Falafel (PHP 250). The food is simple, but there must be a secret ingredient, come on! Their homus is so tasty and the pita bread is so soft! They really go perfectly with the falafel. Pair it with their delicious tea with honey lemon and ginger. It's comforting and tastes quite authentic! The only negative thing about this restaurant is that it's cash only, according to what the waitress informed me. Well, the good news is that they deliver in case you want to enjoy their wonderful falafel at home.

    Nonito C.

    Beni's hole-in-the-wall falafel joint is one of my perennial favorite grub spots in Makati. The perfectly fried chickpea balls that are stuffed into warm pita pockets with cabbage, hummus, tomato and their special harissa chili sauce keep me coming back for more. Even the hummus with pita bread is just divine - just the right texture and consistency for me, since other restaurants fail in this department really badly. It's good that Beni knows his stuff. It is no wonder that his authentic Israeli falafels have gained the attention and the accolades from Esquire Magazine. It's egg shakshuka has also won the award for the best egg dish in the metro this year. The cramped dining area will leave you smelling like fry grease afterwards, but that doesn't deter its loyal patrons from coming back. Drop by for the awesome Israeli fare and chat up Beni when is around. He is always very nice to talk to and he might just oblige with samples of his next bestseller. There always seems to be football game going on his flatscreen TV, but if the hearthrobs on the telly don't tickle your fancy, don't fret. The place is pretty much always jampacked with cute AFAMs and hipsters that are good enough to gawk at while enjoying the topnotch food. You can always adjust the number balls according to your appetite. You can get the standard 5-ball sandwich, the half-dose (3 falafels) or you can add some more balls from the ala carte menu. What I love about the food is that it's not greasy though everything is obviously deep-fried in oil. The pita is chewy and tasty, not dry and tough. I ask the staff to double the vegetables and they oblige all the time. The honey tea is also a favorite of mine.

    Maronne C.

    Beni's Falafel is the hole-in-the-wall to end a lot of hole-in-the-walls. Initially it's easy to miss amongst the bigger and bolder looking establishments surrounding it on its side of the bustling A.Venue, but once you've stepped in and tried it you'll probably never miss it and never forget it. But I may be biased; this is one of my favorite places to grab great, cheap grub in my neighborhood. Locals, tourists and even actual middle easterns alike can be found dining here, with good reason. The place is small and straightforward. Tables, chairs, kitchen. The service is fast, the food is authentic, the falafel are HUGE and so tasty and so worth every penny. They don't even cost a lot to begin with! The value for money is high. The place is open until late so it's perfect for either pre or post-game meals.

    Jess M.

    My friend would not shut up about Beni's falafel so I eventually tagged along to see what the hype was all about... it was definitely not what I had in mind! For such a popular place, its appearance is to say the least not very appealing. I was a little suspicious and reluctant to have the food at first because of its location and appearance but the owner was there and was really nice... and he was also eating the falafel, which was comforting :D Well... now I can't shut up about this place either! The falafels are just so yummy and I am just in love with the quality of the hummus It also became a must stop for any end-of-a-messy-night-out or hangover day!

    Best falafels in Manila, bar none. I know this because I haven't successfully hacked the recipe yet!
    Timmy P.

    This is a review that I've been waiting to write for a long, long time. A little back story: I'm obsessed with Middle Eastern food. So much so that I try to cook it often at home, and falafel is one of those dishes that I have never successfully managed to pull off, despite my best efforts. Thankfully, Beni's Falafel exists. I don't live in Makati, but I am easily lured there with promises of eating at this little hole-in-the-wall across A.Venue because it's just *THAT* good. BUT! Did you know that there's more to Beni's Falafel than JUST the falafels? I will skip talking about the Falafel sandwiches (which are amazing, and the other Yelpers have no doubt covered the bases already) and move on to the Hamutzim, which is basically a pickle platter. There's nothing like popping fresh olives, crunchy cornichons and a slice of zesty jalapeno into each bite of your falafel sandwich. Who knew that something already so divine could be elevated into a higher state of divinity with the Hamutzim?! I didn't. Also, their Chicken Liver with Onion is definitely one of the unsung heroes of Beni's menu. For those of you who aren't quite into liver, Beni's cooks it in a way that the weird aftertaste is almost virtually nonexistent. I suggest sharing this dish with a friend, and to add it to your falafel sandwich. My favorite time to come to Beni's Falafel is during off-peak hours. Sometimes if you go in the wee hours of the morning, you'll catch the people who have just descended from Gramercy, if you want to do a little bit of people-spotting. I love Beni's Falafel way too much, and I wish it was in QC instead of Makati!

    Mo M.

    Is it really Arabian or Persian? Not that im really concerned, when the food is that good, who needs to put labels on them other than EXCEPTIONALLY DELICIOUS? Beni's is really quite popular, even though it's hidden behind A-venue mall. I don't think the whole restaurant is around 10 sqm, but it still manages to attract people from all over the city. (And if you'd look closely, there are newspaper clippings and pictures of various celebrities visiting the restaurant!) Beni's is a literal hole in the wall-- could barely seat maybe 10-15 people maximum, and they get pretty full! Beni's falafel is famous for their... Well. Falafel. For those curious, falafel is made up from ground chickpeas (where your hummus came from) or fava beans that are deep fried and served in a variety of ways? And, it's also vegetarian! Hooray for my veggie foodie friends. Fair word of warning: falafels are notorious for causing bloating and indigestion when consumed in large amounts (as do many other beans). It might be better to eat them in the morning and in moderate amounts. But really, how can you resist after a night of drinking out and when Beni's is open 24/7?? (Just be sure to drink lots of Yakult or pair the falafels with some Lassi and you're good to go. )

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    Review Highlights - Beni's Falafel

    When I first stumbled upon this somewhat obscure joint off Makati Avenue, I never expected it to become a part of my life.

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    Hummus Elijah - Humshuka with pita

    Hummus Elijah

    4.3(9 reviews)
    0.2 kmMakati City

    Solid hummus that is flavorful and simple. Proper pita bread. Excellent chicken shawarma. Comes…read morewith tahini and and herb chili sauce. Not cheap but deeply satisfying

    3/5 for the food. I ordered the hummus with falafel and a salad. The hummus was very standard in…read moreterms of taste. I've had better tasting store bought hummus so it was just eh. The falalels, however, were really small and tasted pretty bland. I've had better and I could do without the salsa-like sad excuse for a salad. I'm giving the restaurant a generous 2 stars for the experience as a whole. This is gonna be long so I apologize. First of all it was very unprofessional how their staff was sitting in the balcony area vaping and customers had to ask them if they could use their table. Secondly, my friend and I met here to catch up over dinner and beer, and because she's a zomato gold member, she can avail of perks like a "buy one get one" beverage promotion, Which the restaurant had hard printed copies of by the way with the terms and conditions clearly printed on the back. However, when I went to pay for the bill I noticed they charged us for each beer instead of just one for the price of two. Long story short, there was a "discussion" between my friend, the cashier, their manager and zomato support over the phone. The restaurant didn't want to honor the zomato gold deal and said the canned beer we got didn't count. Although, as I pointed out to the girl, was nowhere stated on the T&Cs. She obviously didn't read it carefully. She was at a loss so she called the manager who told my friend that they only do it for other drinks. Zomato asked why not. The restaurant finally gave in but said this would be the last time. Don't agree to deals you can't commit to. It's embarrassing when you're obviously just trying to find loopholes. Sketchy business practices. And please give your staff a place to have a break, eat, have a smoke. When will businesses here ever learn that usually the customer is always right...

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    Hummus with chicken shwarma

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    Ziggurat - Updated Restaurant Menu.

    Ziggurat

    4.6(12 reviews)
    0.4 kmMakati City
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    This 24h restaurant is located in the heart of Manila's Red Light District area. The goal seems to…read morebe emulating a Middle East ambience. But when you put all the "arabian nights" clichés together - with pink walls, pink tables and coloured cushions - the chances of being kitsch are high. That's what happens with Ziggurat, in my opinion. I particularly didn't feel in Middle East. The extensive menu made me forget about the kitsch ambience and focus on the food. What makes Ziggurat interesting is that it offers dishes from every corner of Middle East - that includes countries less obvious them Morrocco, Siria, Algeria, Egipt and Libanum. Maybe you can try some recipe from Ethiopia or Pakistan. I liked the menu presentation. It's designed as a newspaper (Ziggurat Gazette) and there are some texts about Middle East cultures. I'm the kind of person who always read what's on the menu. If you like that, the gazette is nice to entertain you while you wait for your meal. Don't get that impressed with the amount of dishes possibilities, though. At first I said: "wow! It's 24h and it offers thousands of dishes from all these countries!". My husband told me he didn't believe it was possible to offer all that is there on the menu...well, I accused him of being negative, but when I told the waitress my first order, she said: "sorry, ma'am, it's not available". Then the same for my second choice. Hubby was right. We decided to order one of their best-sellers, so I would make sure it was available. As a starter, we had a Mezzo Mezze (hummus, muthabbah, jazar and mahroussa) with flat bread (kohbiz) and the Pakhistanese Bread called "roti". This one was definitely the best! I loved it. Then we shared a potato curry, which was tasty, but not extraordinary. For the main course I had a chicken shawarma and my husband had a kafta. He didn't like his, but my shawarma was tasty. To drink, I recommend their mango lassi. If you are curious enough, you can try one of their artisanal beers. Hubby had one from Ethiopia, with honey, which actually tasted like Coke for me.

    Wohoo! I've been here last night and I can't stop talking about the food with my friends…read more Before Ziggurat, my middle eastern food experience is limited to just kebab and shawarma (Sad, I know). Even then, I didn't feel like the ones I've tasted are as authentic. Ziggurat just opened my eyes and palate to a whole new world. And while I really can't compare the food, cause I've been ignorant and haven't been exploring this food domain, the taste feels the real thing. Ziggurat's ain't going to get a Manila's Best Kept Restaurants award if it's not one of the best, if not the number 1 in nailing middle eastern food. I recommend going here if you like ambiance while dining. The restaurant's interior is designed with a patterned carpets, draped fabrics, throw pillows and low tables. People coming in are meant to remove their shoes and eat in a sitting position. Definitely going back to try other food from their menu! IT WAS SO GOOD. Me and my friends devoured the warm khobiz (flat bread) as soon as it was set on the table. We tried the hummus (pounded grabanzo beans with tahini) and mutabbal (grilled eggplant with tahini) for dips. We also got to taste the mixed kebab platter, made up of beef and chicken tikka and kulfeh. We also sampled their biryani and their lassi (a yogurt drink). The big star of the night was their lamb curry. It's unbelievable how creamy and rich it was! I only had a spoonful of that stuff but I wanted to mix a whole cup of rice with it. So gooooood!

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    High Street Cafe - Enter the Shangri-La High Street Cafe

    High Street Cafe

    4.2(26 reviews)
    2.5 kmTaguig City
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    We had our mom's 82nd birthday celebration here with 20 of our family membera. Great food, service…read moreand ambiance!

    Our stay at the Shangri-La included daily breakfast at High Street Cafe, and while I'm often guilty…read moreof skipping hotel breakfast in favor of sleep, I made sure to catch this one every morning of our trip. Part of this is that I needed fuel for our busy travel days, but the rest is that the buffet was genuinely excellent. High Street Cafe is a massive restaurant on the lobby level of the Shangri-La. It's the kind of buffet you only see in Vegas or big Asian luxury hotels, an attractive, opulent space with tons of seating and a dozen different stations serving a tantalizing variety of food. Service is quick and attentive. You check in at the front desk and get escorted to a table, where you can order beverages and send any hot made-to-order dishes. The offerings are wide-ranging enough for all guests to get the genre of breakfast they desire. There is, of course, everything you might expect at a normal hotel breakfast buffet--pastries and cereal, cheese and cold cuts, bacon and sausage, eggs from an omelet station. I don't really go for much of that, at home or abroad, which is why I so often sleep through hotel breakfast. I do get out of bed for Asian food, and High Street has plenty in that department. My favorite part of the buffet is the noodle station, where you can get your own mini noodle soup assembled while you watch, from a selection of rice or egg noodles, chicken, vegetable, or spicy Taiwanese broth, and a small variety of proteins and vegetables. I tried several different permutations and liked them all, though I preferred the egg noodles to the rice noodles and the soothing chicken broth to the beef broth, which was a little too salty. I added chicken and beef and, better yet, fishcake and springy fish balls, plus bok choy and mushroom, chili oil and calamansi, and other unidentified condiments to boost the broth. There's a congee station, too, and a daily selection of dim sum and fried rice and stir-fried noodles. I did okay with the dim sum, some middling shumai and bao, and the rice and noodles were nice when I felt like a few bites of basic Chinese take-out. I liked the dosa station, where I got really really nice thin, golden dosa filled with spiced potato and accompanied by a couple of savory sauces. The Filipino section is a highlight, welcoming diners to "rice and shine Pinoy style," with a rotating variety of Filipino breakfast dishes, great with the fluffy sinangag, or garlic fried rice. As far as I can tell, Manila isn't a city where you come in as a tourist and find a bounty of small local restaurants serving the national cuisine, and I was glad to get a sampling of it here, at the breakfast buffet of my corporate-owned luxury hotel. Over the course of five breakfasts, I tried picadillo, chicken tocino, bistek tagalog, smoked bangus, corned beef, tuyo, and pork adobo, and helped myself to the kamayan corner, with its array of dried fish and pickles and vinegary condiments. There's a grab-and-go dessert buffet as well as a juice area, where I got a couple shot glasses of random juices and once, a weird chia seed thing that looked better than it tasted. For the most part, I finished my breakfast with sliced fruit from the fruit bar. Cantaloupe and watermelon, pineapple and papaya, orange and white guava, all of it pretty fresh and sweet. I doubt I ever ate enough to get my money's worth if I were paying separately for breakfast, but I enjoyed my daily noodle soup and rice and shine, as well as grazing across the other stations. High Street Cafe is an outstanding hotel buffet, a definite credit to the Shangri-La.

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    Kite Kebab Bar

    Kite Kebab Bar

    3.0(5 reviews)
    0.4 kmMakati City
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    What is it with Poblacion and middle eastern restaurants? Not only is there a glut of them in the…read morearea, they're the very best Makati has to offer. One should be wary about opening a kebab place in this area, and yet Kite steps up to the plate. Kite is more of a bar that happens to serve Persian stuff than it being a proper middle eastern resto. The joint doesn't try to look middle eastern; instead you get a casual, relaxed, almost homey bar that is not intimidating at all. As for the food, it was brilliant. I had a Mediterranean BBQ Chicken thigh fillet and a Wagyu kebab. The chicken was properly spiced and was tender and flavorful. However, the Wagyu kebab stole the meal. Four cubes of tender melt-in-your-mouth, bursting with flavor in your mouth... It was absolutely heavenly. It was so good, i did not want to drown the flavor with any of their sauces, preferring instead to savor each cube on its own. Am not ready to give this place five stars just yet, though. Give me two or three more visits and i may change my mind. But yeah, i think Kite is damned good, and i am ready to go back soon.

    The newest kid on the block in Williams-Burgos, just on Ebro St. is Kite Kebab Bar. A Mediterranean…read morestreet food bar created by Kian Kazemi. This place fits right into the artsy hip vibe that has encompassed this neighborhood over the last few years. The decor inside is warm and inviting with murals on the walls and tables hand made from reclaimed wood. The outdoor seating is just as beautiful with the perfect amount of lighting. The menu they have currently for their soft opening is small and simple. Kebabs, salads, wraps and if you're hungry Biryani. I had already had my dinner, but couldn't resist having a little snack. I went with the wagyu beef kebab, paired with the Falafel salad and some Baba Ganoush. Ok, so a little bit bigger than a snack. ;) The wagyu was juicy and flavourful as you'd expect. You only get 4 cubes per order, but for the price it's a pretty good deal. The falafel salad was my favorite, with falafel, feta, grapes and tomatoes in a nice light dressing. The falafel was cooked perfectly, not dry at all, with nicely balanced flavor. I've always liked hummus more than Baba Ganoush, but now that has changed. It was packed with flavor and a good amount of smokey-ness. The pita was also really good, which I'm told they make themselves. Overall, it was a great little meal. I look forward to coming back with a few friends for dinner. It's great to see people with a vision to create not just great food, but great experiences with it. The restaurants name 'Kite', stems from the symbolism of the word. To dream, to imagine, to create... Having only been open for 3 days, it's the calm before the storm. Before the people come soaring in the door of Kite.

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    Beni's Falafel - falafel - Updated May 2026

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