What a great place for Greek food. I don't know if I was lucky, or if it's always this delicious, but let me tell you... I ordered "Grilled Kebab" 100% Angus Beef, on "Hummus Plate". $15.58. What a surprise, it was tender, juicy, and perfectly medium cooked as described, with nice red meat showing. "Pargieyot" Free Range Chicken thigh Chunks, on "Majadera" rice, beans, herbs & veggies $15.58. It was a huge portion of tender meat, and the Majadera was wonderful. "Hummus" 8 oz $6.42, best Hummus I've had outside of Greece .... OMG . "Falafel Balls" $0.78, and bit small, but tasty even if on the dry side, and they gave extra, I guess due to the small size. The service is friendly, place looks clean and bright, with picnic tables available, covered by a clear plastic tent. Several people ate there, I personally had my food to go. I've been driving by this place since they opened, and never knew what I've been missing.... Called my order in @ 6:15pm, and by 6:35pm I walked out with the most delicious meals. Can't wait to go back, and highly recommend this place. read more

Had lunch recently here with my work colleagues and apparently Falafel Stop is legendary among those that crave Falafels/Pitas/Middle Eastern food. Our group shared a couple of their Chicken Shawarma plates, a small Hummus tub, and plenty of fresh hot Pita breads. Everything came out fresh and authentic. Service was friendly and there should be available seating(covered patio/benches) except maybe during their peak lunch rush. read more

If you're in the Bay Area, this place is an absolute must-stop. Hands down one of the most complete and satisfying Mediterranean menus I've ever experienced. Everything tastes incredibly fresh, pitta bread made right here, the ingredients are top quality, and you can tell the meats and veggies are delivered daily and cut in house too. What really impressed me is how thoughtfully they cater to everyone: they have separate stations for meat and vegetarian options, so no matter your preference, there's something that will make your taste buds happy. The portions are very generous (you definitely get your money's worth), and the prices are more than fair for the quality and quantity. The staff is consistently friendly, and the service is quick without feeling rushed. It's also a great spot for gathering, whether you're coming with family or meeting friends. The covered outdoor seating makes it comfortable and welcoming, and they even offer catering if you're planning something bigger. Overall, a 5-star experience all around. This place truly stands out! read more

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I've been a regular here for a long time because I love the food, but tonight was my final visit. While the male server was friendly, the woman serving me was dismissive, avoided eye contact, and seemed annoyed when I asked for sauce. To make matters worse, she gave me smaller portions than my friends who were served by the male server. However, the dealbreaker was finding a piece of tape buried in my food. I didn't realize it until I was chewing on it and felt the sticky residue. I can overlook mediocre service, but a physical contaminant in my meal is a major health concern. It feels like this place has become so popular that they no longer care about quality control or customer experience. read more

Falafel Stop - Tape buried inside my food - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

So good! One of the few places I crave on a regular basis and need to get my fix. They do a great job, super-authentic, delicious flavors, great service, and very very casual vibe and very fun, like a social picnic! read more

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Falafel Stop serves large portions of mediterranean food with a side of pita bread and salads. The menu has a large variety of meats to choose from which comes with hummus, salads, and fries. Jerusalem Mix plate had chicken sauteed with spices, served on a plate of different salads and fries. Grilled Kebab plate had beef, served on a plate of different salads and fries. Parking lot is small but accommodating if it isn't too busy. Seating is at outdoor seating with picnic tables. After ordering, receipt numbers are called to pick up the food. There are two lines since one side is vegetarian whereas the other kitchen side has all the meat options. Overall a place for delicious mediterranean food in enormous portions! read more

Falafel Stop - Grilled Kebab Jerusalem mix - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

I stopped by on a Sunday early for lunch. The place was getting filled up then. By the time I finished lunch, there was a rush. Falafel pita was my favorite item. Their falafal was excellent. Chicken kabob on plate and Shawarma on plate were my other entrees. Both were flavorful items. read more

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I went with the chicken shawarma plate, which comes with rice and a variety of veggies. The chicken shawarma was flavorful and had a nice smoky rotisserie taste and aroma that stood out. The rice was cooked nicely and had a soft texture, while the veggies were fresh and balanced the meal well. Everything came together in a way that felt satisfying without being too heavy. The portion size was generous and well worth the price, which can easily feed two people. The customer service was great, and everyone was friendly, welcoming, and helpful. There was also plenty of parking, which made the trip easy and convenient. read more

Falafel Stop - Chicken shawarma plate - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

I wanted to like this because I do appreciate that they keep the meat and vegetarian preparation lines separate, which is thoughtful and important to many customers. Unfortunately, the overall experience was very disappointing. When we first tried to order around 11:30, we were told we had to wait because they were short staffed. I completely understand that staffing issues happen, so we waited patiently. However, when we finally got in line for our food, there was another long delay because none of the falafels were ready. What really upset us was what happened next. The employee making the falafels used a dirty rag to clean counters and tables, then placed that same rag directly on top of the pita bread. After that, he attempted to use the same pita bread to prepare my friend's food. When we politely asked for a fresh pita instead, the staff seemed visibly annoyed and gave us attitude. Basic food hygiene and respectful customer service should never feel like an inconvenience. Sadly, this experience left us disappointed and uncomfortable about returning. read more

Have you been to Falafel Stop yet? If not, you are missing out. The customer service and food quality are both top-notch. They have also recently opened Italian Ice and Cream in the same parking lot, which is equally amazing. I highly recommend trying both; I am sure you will love them. read more

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Still fresh, smaller falafel and still good More organize in the meat section. Parking still packed during busy hours read more

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Falafel Stop always hits the spot when I'm craving some Mediterranean food to-go. Every time I visit, I tend to order something with falafel. They're so crispy and packed with flavor, I think they're some of the best I've eaten, I also enjoy getting the Chicken Shawarma Hummus Plate, the portion is always a hefty amount. The tahini sauce is delicious as well. Sometimes I'll get it in a Pita, but I feel that the plate is easier and less messier to eat. read more

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Ate here after a few years and it is still as good as it used to be.i moved a few miles further south and so domt visit as often as I used tobut it's still one of the best falafel joints in the South Bay. I got their falafel salad and it was fresh and tasty. They added baklava to their menu since give last been there so had to get it. It was soooo good that I ordered 4 more for later at home. Very reasonably priced too. read more

Falafel Stop - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Falafel Stop is truly a gem in the South Bay. Everyone I've taken here has been impressed by the food. My very picky and non-food-adventurous parents really liked this place too! They have a parking lot that can get crowded. I've never had issues finding a spot. There's a covered seating area and some uncovered. You order at the counter or online or over the phone. When you order at the counter, you either proceed to the Vegetarian or Meat/ Grill side. With the vegetarian, they look at your slip and prepare your food, asking for your preferences. I've never gotten the meat, but I believe my dining companions wait for their number to be called. If you order online, there's an online order window in the middle. But it can get a little confusing if no one is working it and customers walk by the window and you can't tell if they work there or not. Maybe they should prevent customers from going to that window from the employee side. The food is so so good! The fries are super crisp and delicious. Love the falafel and the portion sizes here. The presentation is very aesthetically pleasing. Make sure to ask for their hot sauce! I can never finish a plate in one seating, it always turns into two or three meals for me. read more

Falafel Stop - Shawarma pita - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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In the area and over a decade since I ate here. On site parking, indoor and outdoor seating with some confusion on where to order from since multiple lines exist. Menu is clearly visible and descriptive but I still had to ask for clarification. Staff very helpful and continuously filling orders. Enjoyed a Falafel in a Pita and a large mixed plate. Both very fresh, light, full of flavors but late in my eating did I realize my mix plate was laid out in sections so I may have missed out on infused bursts of flavors. All in all, spot is worth a visit. read more

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For some reason I had never heard of Falafel Stop until I was looking for some local Mediterranean food. Stopped by around 4pm on a Saturday and there were a good amount of people eating there. The ordering process was a little confusing as a first time customer but the guy behind the register was helpful. Placed an order for 2 plates (chicken thighs and beef kebabs) and some falafel to go. Went around to the grill side and waited for my order to be called. The guy putting together my plates was really nice and also gave me an extra plate of chicken shawarma since he accidentally read my ticket wrong. Food was delicious! Big fan of the chicken thighs, super juicy and flavorful. The rice and grain combo was a great pairing and all the options to add to the plate made the food so filling and fresh. Falafel was also delicious, would definitely order more in the future. Portions are large too and I was able to eat my plate for 2 meals. I can see this being a new go to spot for all my Mediterranean food cravings! read more

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I've been coming here for over 10 years and it's still goated. This spot is my go-to when I want food that's quick but better than fast food. I usually get the falafel salad and get it spicy. The hummus is creamy, the babaganoush is amazing, and the falafel is always crispy. The portions are generous and consistent. The place has an outdoor patio for seating. Service is always friendly and quick. The only downside is parking, the space is very limited and can get full if crowded. read more

Falafel Stop - Falafel Salad - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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I loved my experience here! Menu can just be a little confusing I'm not gonna lie. I was looking for a falafel plate (falafel + rice + pickled sides kinda deal) but the closest thing they had was the falafel salad, and the staff was nice enough to give me a sample of their rice as well. They even threw in some fried cauliflower since it was my first time! The falafels were some of the best I've had. Not too crumbly, quite moist actually, and very aromatic. I loved the mayo eggplant (babaganoush?) in my salad. There were tons of different additions and I loved the variety! Very vegetarian friendly as the veg and non-veg dishes are prepared in separate part of the restaurant. The veg line was a lot shorter than the meat line, if you're just getting a falafel dish. Good amount of parking in the lot. Seating is picnic tables, both shaded and not. Next time I'll actually try a rice plate and fries! Maybe the Jerusalem plate. read more

Falafel Stop - Falafel Salad - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

The service is definitely top notch amazing. Restaurant owner Jonathan took the time to explain the menu with such enthusiasm; the pride in his voice and expressive body language for his food made it harder to choose, so, we over ordered! Food was perfectly seasoned, the beef, juicy and flavorful. First time here and definitely won't be my last. Thank you for such an amazing culinary experience. read more

Falafel Stop - Beef steak on a plate, pickled cabbage and falafel. - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Still hands down one of my favorite restaurants. The parking is still difficult, but the quick service, cute spot, and delicious food is always worth it. Highly recommend! read more

Falafel Stop - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Great spot, friendly staff, huge portions and delicious! A neighborhood staple would certainly return Falafel balls are crispy on the outside and really bright nice flavor on the inside. Baba Ghanoush dip was also really good. This can be plated up pretty quick. Grilled Kebab is 100% beef and really juicy, well flavored. Staff gave heads up it takes 12-15min to grill fresh. It's more of a meatball texture that was large (vs usual kebab size) but the whole plate was great. Loved that spicy sauce garnish on top Their pita bread is warm and so fluffy. Goes well with the plates. With the size of these plates, we were stuffed - excellent value and high quality flavor and ingredients. Tons of picnic table style seating read more

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A very loud atmosphere. Seating in an enclosed outdoor patio. Vegetarian options are at a separate window. Picnic tables seat 6-10 easy! I felt they were skimpy on my protein but others at my table liked theirs. read more

Falafel Stop - Entrance - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Falafel Stop is my go to Cupertino/Sunnyvale food place. The portions are generous, and the food is solid. I got the falafel pita. Their pita is soft, and all the toppings have a nice crunch. My friends got the same thing, and some of them got cauliflower in theirs. I think it depended on who was making our pita, so I didn't have any in mine. I tried some of theirs, and it was delicious! Next time I go, I will need to ask for the cauliflower. We were even offered falafel samples while waiting in line! There's ample parking in the lot. The seating area is spacious, with both covered and uncovered areas. Service here is friendly and quick. read more

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What a great find! Fresh ingredients, friendly staff, and fantastic food. I had a wonderful experience at The Falafel Stop. If you're in the area, I highly recommend checking this place out! read more

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Oh my god. Best value meal of my life. I loved that the plates came with so many different sides that I wouldn't know to order otherwise! The shop itself is so homey and neighborhoodly I loved it. The food quality itself WOAH so much flavor and as u can see the portions were insane. I had to pack some up for dinner! I thought this place was so good that I had a dream about it a week later. Also the service was so kind! They brought out free falafel and cauliflower for us to try! Both were so yum. That might be the best falafel and cauliflower I've had in my life. What a great meal that I will force everyone in the bay to try. Seating: inside and outside Parking: has a shared lot Wait: went around lunch time on a week day and no wait! read more

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This was my first time here and I know they have 1 million reviews! But honestly, the line is always out the door in this particular Tuesday night around 845. I was starving and not about to go home and cook! Luckily, from the Yelp app I was able to order and pick up was about 15 minutes. I was surprised as I walked in the place was still packed and more people were in line to order. They have a very nice semi enclosed area with benches as well as an actual outdoor dining area. I was kind of confused as to where I was supposed to order since there was a menu on the semi outside/seating area as well as once you walked through this little doorway another countertop with the Chef right behind the counter. Lol. The chef was very helpful and actually walked out to me since I looked so confused. Lol. I asked him about my order and he said it was coming up. I told him I knew I was early, but I was just curious. As he went back behind the counter, another lady in front of me ordered these falafel balls, and I started looking at them on the menu. As if the chef could read my mind, he came out with a falafel ball on a fork for me to try! It was so delicious and had so much flavor and the little falafel didn't even have any sauce!! I asked him if I could order some and I believe he said they were $.79 apiece. So I bought five of them and he said I could get a sauce as well. I got my shredded chicken Shawarma wrap along with five falafel balls and a handful of different sauces with peppers in a bag to go! Everything was already pre-packed for my takeout order. As I got home and took a couple bites into my sandwich, everything had so much flavor. I couldn't really tell what I was tasting besides the chicken. They were actually even pickles and some sort of sauce in the wrap itself. I tried the green minty looking sauce and it was so good but spicy as hell! Lol I ended up favoring the cream colored sauce, which I think was some sort of hummus but a little bit more liquidy. Lol. Nevertheless, it was all delicious and the pita was so big. I actually couldn't finish it in one city so I saved half for lunch tomorrow! I will definitely be back again!! This time I will try something else also! But you have to get a falafel ball or 10!!!! Hee read more

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i came at around 1pm on a saturday and there were not many people. i ordered the hummus plate with some falafels on the side and the falafels were stellar! it took about 15 minutes for my order to be called, which was longer than i expected considering there was no one in front of me, but no matter. the hummus plate was straight up a hummus plate LOL idk what i was expecting but yeah i guess that's what i get for not doing add-ons. anyways, i'd recommend getting this and something else to share with someone bc it is a lot of hummus for just one person. read more

Falafel Stop - hummus plate with falafels, pita - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

This place is amazing. You cant go wrong with the Jerusalem Mix with majadara and all the fixings. I bet there are 30 different vegetables contained in this one dish. It is a very tasty way to eat the rainbow. Right now they have lovely fresh Sufganiya (donuts) but only for December so come by soon! read more

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This was my first time trying this spot and I was amazed by the food! The portions are so good for me because I was able to eat this for three meals tbh. I love that's kind of an outdoor setting with shade. Getting the plate itself and ordering was a little confusing cause I didn't know you had to go pick what you want for your salad part after you get the plate, I thought it was a separate order station. The chicken shawarma plate was amazing! I didn't even know what all the veggies were but it was good lol. There were just a bunch of flavors. The hummus was tasty. I loved the chopped pepper they gave you too, it's pretty spicy. Everything was super fresh. read more

Falafel Stop - Chicken Shawarma plate - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

This is our regular lunch stop, and for good reason. The shawarma plates are easily some of the best around--generous portions and always loaded with fresh salad. They also have an awesome variety of sides and toppings, so every plate feels fresh and customizable. And the falafel? Honestly the best in town--crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful inside. If you're craving solid Middle Eastern food for lunch, this place never disappoints. Great food, great portions, and always satisfying. read more

Got takeout on a Sunday night. Came to pick up around 7:45 and they were still very busy. The parking lot is a little funky and hard to manage if they're busy. I tried the kabob plate with the majadra and salad. The kabobs are sooooo good. So much flavor, great size, and great texture. There's even bits of onion throughout. The majadra was very flavorful and the perfect combo. The salad is more of a slaw but still very good. I tried the hummus and pita. Hummus was good, more on the smooth side of texture but not too oily. The pita was phenomenal. So fluffy and dense, not some wimpy thin bread. Lastly, I tried some of their falafel. I wasn't expecting them to be mini bite sized but it was honestly perfect. Didn't want to get too full but still wanted to try them so it worked out. Can't wait to come back to this place and try something else! read more

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Got a plate and it was so so much food. They really don't skimp on the portion and every topping tasted great. It came with pita too which I appreciated for the hummus and overall, had everything you could really want from a falafel spot read more

Falafel Stop - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

The answer is YES. We go to Falafel Stop at least once a month, if not more, so the adult approval is already very clear. It is consistently so good, fresh, and just hits every time. But honestly, that is not the real review. The real review is that my three year old ate everything we ordered. Not picked at it. Not negotiated. Ate. Everything. As her mom, I can confidently say that is the highest rating any restaurant can get. I have never seen that happen before. So yes, the falafel is amazing, the food is consistently great, and you should absolutely go. But if you want the most honest endorsement, just know it passed the toughest critic in our house. We will definitely keep coming back. read more

Falafel Stop - Banana smoothie - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Great hole in the wall spot! Ordered the Jerusalem Mix on hummus plate. Woww- intense mid eastern spices blended well together and wasn't overpowering. The hummus with pita bread and all the toppings were 10/10. The falafel balls were also great to add to the side. Eat it solo or add with the sauces. Bavarian cream- light and fluffy and finished the whole container lol. read more

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Chicken Schwarma 5/5 - I really enjoyed this! I thought all the toppings would be too much but it was refreshing. Chicken isn't dry which was nice! The portions are huge so it's good for two people Lots of patio seating. We came on a Friday for dinner and it wasn't too busy read more

I've been frequenting Falafel Stop ever since they first opened as a vegetarian place. I remember the very first Israeli salad I had - along with their fantastic pita bread. I've been frequenting this spot regularly and my go-to are the salads( Greek and Israeli) salads and the falafel wrap. The ambience is nothing to write home about but is clean. The service is quick and I mostly take food to go. read more

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The name "Falafel Stop" is so fitting! This is the perfect place to stop by and grab a hefty and delicious plate of Mediterranean food. I ordered the chicken shawarma plate w/ fries and my friend ordered the beef steak hummus plate. The people who work here were so kind too, they offered us a free sample of falafel while we were ordering. The falafel was crunchy on the outside and super flavorful and moist on the inside! Not dry at all. They were out of the rice so we ordered fries but we definitely want to try their rice next time. The chicken was tender and juicy and they were very generous with the amount of protein. The beef steak was literally a medium rare cooked piece of steak, cut up into thick strips. It was very tender and had a slight lemon-y marinade! The ordering was straightforward, you go into a room to order then wait for your number to be called out. Once it's called out, you go into a separate room where they assemble your plate with your desired veggies. I'll definitely be back! read more

Falafel Stop - chicken shawarma fries plate (bottom) beef steak hummus plate (top) - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Sabich: got it with everything not spicy due to health issues, but it does taste like it could use a little spice if you're someone who can handle it. There was also barely any eggplant in it, which was a shame, as it should have been a main ingredient. Falafel: got with everything not spicy, and liked the flavor combinations in this better than the sabich. Nice fluffy perfect pitas, good mix of fresh and pickled flavors. Next time I would see if I can get baba ganoush in my pita instead of tahini (personal preference, and it is on their menu). We also got a hummus plate and extra pitas and eating the hummus this way confirmed I'm not a fan of the flavor of their hummus. The plate comes with a lot of their veggie toppings on it, including chopped raw onions, cucumber, tomato, pickles, whole cooked chickpeas. I would consider having their food again if I was in the area, but I wouldn't go out of my way for these vegetarian options. Place packed at lunch time but moves quickly. There isn't outdoor dining. Disappointed that it's not true Israeli style with the two dozen different choices of toppings that every true Israeli places makes themselves. read more

Ambiance is small but well kept and clean and hygienic . If the place is a bit busy, then it might take sometime to get your order but thats justifiable . Food is very tasty and . We always order jerusalem chicken and falalel balls . Have tried their kebabs , their chicken is juicy and flavourful. Their kitchen is sort open . read more

Falafel Stop - Jerusalem chicken in a pita - Falafel Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

My fiance and I had just finished a workout. We decided we wanted something with protein but also have great taste. Our usual suspect is chipotle and halal guys, but this time, wanted more flavor. There's a lot of tables outside in their patio but there ate none technically indoors. You order at a kiosk and then wait for a number. When they call your number, you go up and they make it fresh. And fresh ours was! It was super, DUPER, warm pita, and the jerusalem mix was fresh chicken with sauces. The meat was flavor town. So juicy, not dry, decent portion. But their sauce is pretty mindblowing. The hummus and veggies mixed in makes one crazy meal. The size is massive. You can't finish it in one meal unless you're ravenous. For 17$ I felt the value compared to other mediterranean options for sure. Worth the stop for sure! Just expect a 20 minute wait for freshness. read more