Falafelland is a gem in the heart of San Francisco. The flavors are authentic, the ingredients are fresh, and every dish feels like it's made with love. Whether you're a fan of falafel, shawarma, or just looking to try something new, this cozy spot will win you over. Highly recommended. Excellent service the falafel was awesome And delicious read more

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Best falafel wrap I've ever had! Billy was great and even gave me some free Yemeni tea. He also shared some wonderful stories about India, my home country, which was fascinating to hear. Overall, it was a really nice visit to this small, cozy food place! My only suggestion to the owner would be to consider opening in a cleaner, nicer area--you could do even better business! read more

Billy the proprietor and excellent small biz owner and Alam assists with kind and charming preparation of tremendous tasty foods we're so warm and welcoming . Loved the Lamb fresh from oven heavenly broth was sampled . Also the falafels very very good ! Complimentary cascara tea was lovely! Such nice dining area To have such kindness and warmth with the service I will come often and highly recommend ! Fellow patrons were great too! read more

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Falafelland is one of the participating restaurants for the TL Passport, a program to try the business in the Tenderloin. I had such a good experience the first time, so this was the perfect opportunity to try them again and get a stamp. I placed my order with the owner, asking for the falafel pocket. He said to get the falafel wrap instead because it was better. I found that hilarious because why have the pocket on the menu anyway. But hey, when the chef/owner says the wrap is better, you listen. So I got that and some baklava. I guess I'll never know what the falafel pocket will taste like because the wrap was so delicious! It is packed with falafels, veggies, and tahini. And it is so flavorful from all the spices they use. And though it is more expensive than the pocket, it is a huge wrap. I definitely got a lot of bang for my buck. The baklava was a nice way to end the meal, and it wasn't cloyingly sweet. I also got some cascara tea, which is free with a purchase at the moment. It had a gentle coffee flavor, which wasn't overpowered by the ginger. I'm assuming it has caffeine in it, so something to note if you're sensitive. It's going to be hard to try something new off their menu after having the falafel wrap. read more

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Amazing food! Picture speaks for itself. Gave me a free nutty honey banana smoothie too! read more

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I honestly don't understand how this place has a 5-star rating. The falafel was good, but not nearly exceptional enough to justify the hype. I ordered the falafel wrap, and it was surprisingly light on falafel. What really ruined the experience, though, was the service. The employee behind the counter seemed completely overwhelmed and disorganized. He asked me to confirm my order multiple times, yet somehow still forgot one of our meals. We waited, reminded him several times, and continued waiting before the missing order finally arrived. He did offer us a complimentary piece of baklava as an apology, which was appreciated, but it didn't make up for the long delay and confusion. I also felt bad for the growing line of customers behind us who were stuck waiting while everything backed up. We only stopped here because there wasn't much of a line at the time and it was conveniently located near the parade we were attending. Unfortunately, between the average food and the poor service, I don't see myself coming back. read more

*Taps card* Me: "Can I add tip, please?" Billy (owner): "No tip. Your visit is already a blessing!" *Ahem* Other businesses, please take note! I've only been to 7-8 Yemeni restos and one thing they have in common is their exceptional hospitality. Customers are treated like family and considered a blessing. Falafelland was previously on 6th/Minna streets (no table seating) and was going to move into a larger space but then the pandemic hit and it didn't happen. Thanks to the Tenderloin Storefront Opportunity Grant Program and the mayor's efforts to revitalize the TL, Falafelland is back in a new space in the TL (opened 12/18/25). Open for takeout and limited dine-in with two tables and some bench seating. M E N U Yemeni stews, wraps, and rice plates. Complimentary chai and red tea. F O O D * Falafel ($1 each) Fried-to-order, the falafels are exceptional. Crunchy and moist with earthy, warming spices. They're cut in half and drizzled with tahini, sumac, and hot sauce (by request) for a creamy spicy tang. The owner's spin? He adds avocado and blueberries to his falafel mix which keeps the interior moist and fluffy. * Lamb Shank Platter (off the menu - $19.99) Huge, vibrant platter of roasted lamb shank along Mediterranean style rice, a fresh tomato + cucumber salad, tahini, hummus, and green olives. Great variety and generous portion for the price. S E R V I C E Incredibly warm and gracious hospitality. It's a one-man show so keep that in mind if you have time constraints. A M B I A N C E Tiny, cozy space with two tables and red Aztec/Southwestern style decor (sorry, don't know the yemen name for this). If you're looking for one of the best falafels, don't sleep on Falafelland! read more

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I was perusing Too Good To Go app so I bought a meal to save. I went to this place and met the owner-chef. He said he just opened 8 weeks ago! I got a falafel sandwich and he made an extra large one for me since I was the last customer of the day. The place is well lit and clean. The people there are nice. I asked one of the guys to take a photo of the food they were making and by the chef-owner. Say hi to Bill and tell him Manny sent you. Support small businesses in San Francisco. read more

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If you want flavorful food made with genuine intention and love - come to Falafelland. Not only will you be nourishing your body with quality food - but you'll be supporting a hard working owner who continues to show up - and does so with a smile. I first encountered Billy from Falafelland in 2019, when he helped provide a fantastic catering spread for a work event. Him and his team were incredible to work with - and his food was phenomenal. https://www.yelp.com/biz/falafelland-san-francisco-2?hrid=yO2FdmDjFAfnEWHbKmq3Hw The original Falafelland location had a loyal following - due to the freshly made food that Billy and his wife served up on a regular basis, but also because they were both caring individuals who loved their community - https://www.sfweekly.com/dining/that-lucky-bite-at-falafelland-on-sixth-street/article_ff0f902b-b0fd-5308-96a7-0ce3d54faba9.html . I was excited to learn that despite the hardships that Billy and his family underwent over these past years, that he had recently opened a new Falafelland location in the Tenderloin. You can learn more about it and his path to the opening of the store here: https://missionlocal.org/2026/01/sf-tenderloin-falafel-land-billy-alabsi/ It's truly inspiring to see Billy remaining dedicated to serving up food made with real ingredients. Billy and his family have been through a lot but their unwavering dedication to Falafelland and San Francisco is inspiring. There are a lot of restaurants in San Francisco - and it can often be hard to decide where to go - but if you happen to find yourself hungry in the Tenderloin - and/or are looking to check out a new business on DoorDash - try Falafelland. Your purchase helps keep Billy and his beautiful positivity in San Francisco. It helps support a family that is excited to share well crafted dishes with the local community. It helps support good people and good food. Trust. read more

One of the best falafels I've had in a while. After I got my food and was ready to leave, the owner gave me a hot and fresh falafel straight from the oven and said they make them with avocado. It was delicious. I would definitely be back to try other items on their menu. read more

Billy, the owner and chef is the absolute BEST. I have lived with Arab people for many years overseas and I felt the warmth, generosity, hospitality and passion coming from this restaurant. The food is fresh, prepared with care, and delicious. I had falafael and rice plate and ate all of it including the yummy, spiced tea Billy offers called "Cascara Tea." If you want to experience the best of authentic Arab culture go see this man and order some of his food :) read more

I ordered through the Too Good To Go app for $7.99 (total $8.68 with tax). The app listed the value of the food as $24, but that felt slightly overrated for the amount. I received a Falafel Wrap with tomatoes, cucumber, pickles, tahini, and what they called a Mediterranean salad. On the regular menu, the wrap is about $13.99 (around $15.20 with tax), so TGTG probably doesn't reflect the actual price of $24. I watched the person preparing the food. He mixed the salad directly into the wrap, not as a separate side. The wrap itself was fresh, with about 5-6 pieces of falafel. The falafel pieces were a good size, and overall the wrap was a standard size based on other falafel wraps I've had. The falafel wrap tasted good, and paying under $10 through TGTG is reasonable. Just don't expect the $24 value to match what you actually receive. read more

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I had the lamb wrap - it was just okay Lunch mate had Mediterranean salad - it comes with falafels and he loved it Theres complimentary cascara cherry tea that's very good The owner is very friendly and chatty The seating is uncomfortable read more

Food was really good and the portions are good size. I had the chicken with rice. Very good customer service with reasonable price . read more

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Food was amazing, tea was amazing, service was wonderful getting to know the owner. He takes pride in his work and in his dishes. Very warm and welcoming. I have started referring all of my nearby coworkers to this spot and they all say the same thing- best wraps they have had in the city. Will always return. read more

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Went to their Grand Opening (12/18/25) to try their menu. Very excellent Falafel. Also had the Baklava. Excellent as well. Go and try them and you won't be disappointed. read more

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Everything about this place is authentic & delicious. HANDS DOWN BEST FALAFEL IN SF! The service is amazing and they offer you a free cup of this delicious Yemeni tea called Cáscara . The falafel was so delicious, and the staff was extremely patient, knowledgable, and kind to share the history of some of their dishes as well as recommendations that did not disappoint! I will definitely be coming back ! read more

Came here for a takeout and found myself in a small restaurant with a sitting area consisting of one square table that can sit about 6 people, another narrow table against the wall that an probably sit around 4 people, with chairs (sofas?) covered in intricately-patterned carpets. Large photos of Yemen hang on the wall. A sole guy was making a falafel wrap by hand while chatting about the healthy ingredients with two customers already waiting at the counter, and invited me to try the cascara tea that was also health (more than green tea). After a few minutes, he handed me a falafel wrap in an aluminum foil which had huge portion and decent quality. read more

Amazing food service! And a great environment. That's what I call a five star restaurant.

Very accommodating to requests but honestly the way they prepare their food is perfection. The staff are warm and offer complimentary tea while you wait. The food is outstanding but I always go for the falafel-- wrap, salad or plate. Their hot sauce is super flavorful too. read more

Today I found this magical place on a whim. It had no reviews, but I thought I'd take a chance (I'm never afraid to be first)! I'm glad I did. The owner was so nice and warm, he made me and my coworker feel like family. He offered us some chai, it was delicious! The real star of the show was the falafel! It was well seasoned and moist, perfect. He uses a special ingredient which adds a richness. He is very passionate about what he does, and it shows in his cooking, and the way he explains things. Everything we tasted was delicious, from the Yemeni fasolia, to the hummus! I wish him good luck with his restaurant! Good luck on the official Grand Opening tomorrow! May your business be prosperous and infused with joy. I look forward to supporting this business whenever I'm in the city! read more

10/10 sooooo yummy and fresh! I work nearby and this will now be a regular spot for me (I told my coworkers about it too). I want to try something new each time. This time I got the falafel and rice salad which is a large amount of food so I can eat more tomorrow :) They also give free cherry tea! Thank you, Falafelland! read more

Good lamb wrap, great Chai, excellent service. The owner was extremely welcoming for an out of towner and a great conversationalist. Highly recommend! read more

Sweetest father and son! We absolutely loved our dolmas and falafel. We got seconds. Definitely stop by.

Wanted a lamb salteh, but since it would take 30 min, got a falafel rice salad plate with hummus & pita, plus free cascara (coffee cherry) tea & 2 free dates, courtesy of the friendly owner. Very tasty & filling. For the salteh, I'll call ahead next time. Tiny resto with a one-man operation. read more

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Outstanding unique Falafel! Billy the owner is a true gentleman. Many options on the menu to experience. Highly recommended! read more

Really sweet owner and food is excellent. Fresh and tasty. I like that the falafel is moist inside and crisp outside and not too much garlic. Just right. Delicious salads and rice too. Will be back. read more

Authentic and delicious! The falafel wrap was perfectly moist and full of flavor. The owner is incredibly friendly--offered free samples of dessert and appetizer, plus a complimentary Yemeni cardamom ginger tea, all of which were amazing. They also have meat options, and city employees get 10% off! Highly recommend--I'll definitely be back. read more

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Great food and portions. Really enjoyed the lentil soup, chicken and falafel. Great neighborhood spot and wonderful service

If my work schedule allowed it, I'd go more often. Owner is a really nice and I can tell he cares about his food. Had falafel sandwich twice and they were both great experiences. I'm not a vegetarian, but I am a fan of falafel and he does it right. Will definitely go back when time allows. read more

Falafels are a standout here - highly recommend ordering something with falafels in it! Baklava was also fantastic! Honestly though, this is the kind of place where I don't think you can go wrong with any order because Billy, the owner, seemed very knowledgeable and thoughtful about food. He came up with some twists on making falafel and even hummus, resulting in flavors that stand out. He also clearly cares about the quality of the ingredients and you can taste that in the food and beverages like cascara tea (which he brings back from Yemen!). Besides that, the ambiance was great - comfy seats that had a gorgeous pattern on them, and Billy was so incredibly nice you immediately feel at home here. I'll definitely be back to try more items on the menu and will be recommending it to others! read more

Delicious, home-made food. Best hummus I have ever had. Owner is passionate about his food and proud of the care he puts into each dish.

Billy, the adorable, amazing, gentle, king of the neighborhood, quit his day job after an accident to pursue his passion. He loves food and he loves to make people happy. Fortunately for those of us who love truly great Mediterranean and Arabic comfort food, he decided to start a restaurant with his wife. I spent an hour hanging out with Billy and his Uber efficient sous chef, Amarto. Billy proudly shines a light on his Yemeni roots and gives us the best of Arab-Jewish kitchens, drawing from thousands of years of spices and flavors. I started with a falafel wrap, and gobbled it within 3 minutes. The falafel is excellent, and what makes it shine are the sauces in a thin wrap. Some of the sauces cost a buck a spoon to billy, but his heart is in making you happy, so the prices do not reflect the effort or quality of his dishes. To make the falafel work, Billy experimented with tens of different blends, including a secret ingredient that he swore me not to reveal, but is a touch of genius. Never in a million years would I have guessed it. While I was waiting for my falafel wrap, billy shared some of his moms honey pastry dessert, and gave me some to go. While that was inspired, what blew my mind was his special tea. Made with coffee bean wraps and some amazing spices, super low in caffeine and tastes like it had flavors of pistachio, cardamom. I went back for thirds. What makes a good restaurant great is the service. Falafelland is akin to eating at your best friends house. While I waited for my take away flavored rice and salad bowl, Billy asks me to try his Turkish delight. So far, I've tried three things. And just then, he shares this insanely delicious Arabic comfort food - lentil fritters doused in yogurt with green chutney and spices. Think Indian chaat. That makes it the 4th sample. I chat with Billy and Amarto, and Billy asks me to get the fasolia sandwich. I offer to buy, but he insists on giving it to me at no cost. His philosophy is that, if I am happy, I will come back again, and tell others about the wonderful experience. I ate the fasolia sandwich today - think of a baguette that's tossed crisp, add layers of tahini, hummus, types of sauces, throw in delicious stewed beans, add some fresh greens and voila. True to Billy's word, this was insane. Mind blown. And I am craving me some Falafelland. If you want to experience soulful food that's cooked with more love and heart than any other restaurant in an over-gentrified San Francisco, try Falafelland, and be prepared to be blown away. read more

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This would be a great name for a theme park where people would ride in giant fiberglass replicas of falafel balls that spin in a humongous vat of hot oil and land in a bed of magic tabouli. That would definitely be an E ticket ride, though Disneyland doesn't do those anymore, do they? Well, it could fit into It's a Small World because those baby animatronics probably get hungry. Anyway, this tiny place isn't even in Disneyland, though it is in an unamusement park of sorts, the 6th Street corridor between Market and Howard. This place is so tiny that there are only three seats along the window counter, all of which were taken over by guys who were helping the owner with the marketing strategy. Maybe pretend you're not on 6th Street? Anyhow, I zeroed in on the $7.99 Falafel Salad to try. The owner was quite friendly and helped guide his wife to prepare the dish. I liked the fact that he didn't bark at her but showed her how to think about the preparation. He even handed me complimentary Turkish delights to tie me over until my salad was ready (photo: http://bit.ly/2UGJkii). It wasn't quite what I expected. No lettuce or even tabouli, but the ingredients were fresh and varied - olives, feta, pickled radish, falafel balls fresh from the fryer, a dab of hummus, fresh pita, and even French fries which I hadn't had in well over two years (photo: http://bit.ly/2CyrnLV). Luckily I live nearby, so I took it home to enjoy. Good to know there's an enterprising couple willing to take a chance on 6th Street to run their business. And the food is quite good besides. Somebody adventurous should pick up on the theme park idea. It's a winner. FOOD - 4 stars...fresh ingredients elevate the plates served here AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...well, it is 6th Street, but it's spotless in here SERVICE - 4.5 stars...very friendly, very proud TOTAL - 4 stars...Falafelland...where the balls keep comin' RELATED - Hanging on 6th Street? Here's a collection of places I've tried and reviewed: http://bit.ly/2NNz312 read more

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Can't get much more hole-in-the-wall. A very tiny storefront with one small counter against the window, situated in the midst of the 6th Street chaos. But the Yemeni food is homemade and delicious! Lamb Kabsa: At first glance, it looks like a Chipotle bowl, but once you dig in you'll learn it's so much better. The rice comes in long thin kernels and is insanely fluffy, without a single clump. Lots of nice fragrant spices included too. There's some veggies in the mix too, a little fresh and a little pickled, which make it seem like you're doing something healthy for yourself. The lamb bits are the real treat though. So tender and infused with a delicious gravy. Each piece comes around medium-sized bones and some have yummy marrow inside. The spicy cheese sauce is nice too, though I could stand it to be a tad spicier. read more

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Highly impressed with the food quality and service I experienced here. Walked in for takeout amid COVID - they only allow 2 customers inside at a time because the space is pretty small. Immediately after walking in we were greeted, and Willy kindly helped us choose our orders off of the menu. I got the falafel wrap and my boyfriend got the falafel salad. While he carefully put together our food and made fresh falafels, he made friendly conversation and made us feel very welcome. He respected COVID guidelines as he wore a mask and gloves while making our orders right in front of us. The food was amazing - falafels were crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. The wrap was gigantic and I couldn't even finish it all. Definitely a bang for your buck! It was layered and filled with fresh vegetables, plenty of falafels, and a bunch of amazing sauces. Boyfriend also enjoyed his salad. Willy even threw in a dessert for us that was really crispy yet not too sweet. Go support this local business! read more

Wanted to eat something different, so I opened my YELP app for guidance. That's how I found "Falafelland". Easy walk from the "Signature Inn". We timed our visit to be there after rush lunch four. We two were the only customers, and one man working. I'm kind of happy about that. Inside is one table with 6 chairs. That's it! I was surprised and unprepared by the small size eatery. The other patrons YELP pics inside that are loaded (in the past 5 months) makes it seem like a bigger space. But actually - it's tiny. The afternoon sun shined brightly in and heated up the room. Almost claustrophobic, if there had been more people in there. Wife ordered a chicken salad and I a falafel salad. We both were very pleased and ate it all. It was delicious. Very fresh & tasty. Great ingredients used. We both were gifted a free square of a soft tahini. I likened it to peanut butter fudge. Not too sweet, just right. I just had to have baklava. Crazy green pistachios stuffed in a phyllo fold, dripping with honey. Oh honey, let me tell you, we enjoyed what we ate. A spot of disappointment for me was from pictures the business owner put in YELP. There included dramatic photos of soups, stews, spiced potatoes, lamb dish meals and trays of goodies etc. Nothing available as I could see. All I saw was a small display of pans (behind glass) filled with veggies, harrisa et al. So I had it in my mind that I was going to order spiced potatoes and soup. Bummer for me! There is no menu to hold or see. You have to use the free-standing credit card to order. Mind you, I might be off on some of this. There was a bit of a language miscommunication. I apologize if I have misspoke or said anything wrong in my YELP Review. Things can change ;-) read more

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Very good. Made with care. Girl behind the counter is very sweet. Lamb is done right, which is important, because it often is not. read more

Falafelland - Lamb Wrap - Falafel Near Me - San Francisco, California

Ok this place is the real deal. I usually go to flying falafel but I keep hearing about this place. I have to say my new favorite falafel place in the city. The people here are super nice too and they have complementary tea on the side that tastes good. Use the kiosk as you walk in to order Oh btw it's in kinda a shady spot, which is why I never make my way here. But I heard they are opening a new one on market!!!! So be on the lookout for that if you don't make it here read more

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One of the best dining experiences I've had in San Francisco! Having the privilege to eat at Billy's place was amazing. It's an unassuming spot with big flavor. I visited with my sister during a weekend trip and we instantly felt welcomed into a cozy, traditional Yemeni home. We both ordered the Yemeni falafel plate, because he said it was colorful and full of flavor. This dish did not disappoint! He offeref us complimentary green olives with the dish and great overall conversation. Billy was so warm, friendly, and funny. I had to leave a review and give him a shout-out. Thanks for everything! read more

Falafelland - Yemeni falafel plate Colorful and absolutely delicious! Great option for all of my fellow vegetarians - Falafel Near Me - San Francisco, California

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