Stopped by for a pita pocket with falafel and fried eggplant and it really hit the spot. The falafel was crispy on the outside and soft inside, not dry at all which is always the risk. The fried eggplant added a really nice flavor and texture, super soft and perfectly cooked. Everything together in the pita just worked. Fresh veggies, good sauces, and a solid balance without being too heavy. Portion was generous and filling. You can tell they're using fresh ingredients and putting some care into it, not just throwing it together. Nothing fancy, just really good, satisfying food. Definitely coming back for this again. read more

This is a little take-out counter on Ralston. You can order your food ahead and the pick up. 1. Falafelle combo. This is a generously-sized combination plate with 6 falafel balls, hummus, tabbouleh, 2 dolmas, cabbage, beets, sauerkraut, roasted red bell peppers, salad, pickled turnips, sumac onions, pickled cucumbers, mild banana peppers, garbanzo beans, $16.45 total if you add pita, additional $1.25 to add baba ghannouj. The baba ghannouj is excellent and can be added as a topping (or order separately). The falafel and hummus are good (although the hummus starts to feel a little rich if you eat a lot of it. The beets are good. I should probably ask them to skip the tabbouleh, sauerkraut, and pickles next time because I don't eat those. This plate alone, along with pita bread, was enough to fill my 2 kids and me up. 2.Falafel salad, $18. 6 falafel balls with fattoush salad. This was very good! Dressed with just the right amount of tasty dressing. Good combination of a light-feeling salad with the heftier falafel. This dish alone was probably enough for myself and 1 kid. 3. Mango milk, $5.50. Delicious. Similar to a mango lassi but made with milk instead of yogurt, so it feels a bit lighter. The three of use shared this. Parking available in adjacent lots or on streets. read more

So far the best falafel vegetarian place with amazing pita pocket with spicy tahini sauce

I still love this little hole in the wall take out only falafel shop. Service is fast and friendly. Spicy is just right. read more

Falafelle - Falafel pocket in pita bread - Vegan Near Me - Belmont, California

I stopped by on a weekday evening after shopping at Safeway. The place was not busy. Food was ready in about 20 minutes. This is a takeout only counter. Heavens pita pocket was my favorite. Falafal tasted excellent. Cauliflour makes it more healthy. I also went for a batata sandwich as it was mentioned in the menu as a viral sandwich. I thought that was just ok. The only way such a sandwich could become a good option is, if it has some protien. read more

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I ordered the combo plate one Saturday night and was a little disappointed. I had heard lots of great things about Falafelle, but only really enjoyed the dolmas and pita. The falafel didn't seem fresh, and the rice was not as moist and flavorful as other nearby restaurants. Maybe I just had bad luck? read more

Falafelle - Combo plate - Vegan Near Me - Belmont, California

I've been coming to Falafelle for almost 6 years now, since I first moved to the area. Falafelle has always been my go-to when I want to indulge without the guilt of eating unhealthy takeout. I love their vegetarian/vegan mezze. The combo plate has a nice nutritious mix of textures and colors--crispy pickled cucumbers, sauerkraut, turnips, tangy banana peppers, sumac onions, parsley salad, shredded cabbage, red bell peppers, beets, cucumber and tomato house salad, soft dolmas, and amazing tahini with garbanzos on top. It's a mix of crispy, soft and crunchy veggies and so refreshing to the palate. The falafel here are crispy, fluffy and flavorful, and really stands out against the background of healthy sides. The owner is very kind and well-loved in this neighborhood. The staff are friendly and treated well. There's no seating anymore since COVID, but there are lots of nice shaded areas nearby to sit and eat outdoors on a nice day. Highly recommend for everyone, not just the vegetarians! read more

Falafelle - Combo plate with tahini, not spicy - Vegan Near Me - Belmont, California

Falafelle is probably my favorite vegan restaurant, err... Hole in the wall of all time at the moment... Because that's is exactly what it is: with a small storefront, there is no room to sit inside or outside. Order your food and enjoy it somewhere else, there is no dining in here. Every order is take out or to go... They are fast and efficient and I never had anything bad. The food is very tasty as well and the portions are generous. Great price points as well. #veganaEats: ~ Falafelle Combo - 4.5/5 This Como is unbelievable. It has a solid variety in it. According the the website: "100% Vegan. Six falafel balls served with hummus, tabbouleh and two pieces of Dolma in a plate with zesty cabbage, beets, sauerkraut, roasted red peppers, house salad, pickled turnips, sumac onions, pickled cucumbers, mild banana peppers & garbanzo beans. Don't want a topping? Add it as a note. Feel free to add premium toppings as well. We suggest adding Baba Ghannouj!" I can only finish this if I'm very hungry, otherwise I end up saving half for later or splitting it with someone else. I've been here a few times, and will probably be back... read more

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My favorite restaurant ever. I had no idea it was a vegan restaurant until I saw it on yelp right now, I'm pleasantly surprised. So flavorful and always fresh and I drive all the way from San Jose to get their food read more

Falafelle - Vegan Near Me - Belmont, California

This place has a close spot to my heart. The healthy ingredients combined together make for a healthy meal. Many friends and family members that I've taken here have also learned to love the entire menu. If you're open to try something new, delicious, and health conscious you need to try Falafelle! read more

Falafelle - Pita Pocket (excuse the look as I was already a few bites in) - Vegan Near Me - Belmont, California

Amazing..The hummus is to die for! Loved the heavens and falafelle wraps, they were very tasty. Everything is very fresh, must try.

Another delicious meal! We had ordered lunch for our small office. Everything was perfect. Freshly made falafels, babaganoush, hummus and all the usual salads and picklings. healthy and filliing. Everyone was pleased! Great option for a last minute office gathering or hassle free dinner at home. read more

Always good...drinks, desserts and a variety of falafel... something we really look forward to... You can order online. Limited outdoor seating.... Go to the park next door. read more

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So good! I got the Falafelle Combo and added Baba Ghannouj. The pita is so yummy I've never had fluffy pita, it was amazing. You get a hefty serving of food, I had enough for lunch and dinner. I ordered online through their website which was pretty simple and my food was ready within 15 min. If ordering in person there is a kiosk right outside the door. There is no seating available, but a good spot for quick lunch. read more

Falafelle - Falafelle Combo - Vegan Near Me - Belmont, California

Best hummus we've ever had! Their baba ghanouj is also delicious, especially with the fresh pita bread. Everything here looks so fresh and delicious. Highly recommend! read more

My SO has always loved coming here for a quick, healthy meal. I didn't really have a strong opinion on it. Aside from the super soft pita bread, I never really craved anything from Falafelle. I eat like a child--I don't like vegetables, especially pickled vegetables. Plus I like meat lol. My opinion on Falafelle completely changed once I tried the Heaven's Pita. It's the best pita pocket I've ever had. With cauliflower, eggplant, and walnut pesto in their fluffy pita bread, I still feel like I'm eating a somewhat healthy meal. I definitely recommend it for those who don't like vegetables :D read more

Falafelle - Heaven's Pita Pocket - Vegan Near Me - Belmont, California

the flavors were pretty mild and a little underwhelming. i got the heaven something pita. there was a potato patty inside and it was not salty enough read more

Decided to give this place a try after seeing the great reviews. It's more of a pick-up spot than a full restaurant--orders are placed at a kiosk, and it's takeout only. So I can't comment on the ambience. Parking nearby is pretty challenging, though there's a small park within walking distance if you're looking for a spot to enjoy your food. The portions are decent but not particularly large, and the falafel wasn't especially memorable. The pickled sides are fresh but tend to lean towards the sour/acidic side. Overall, it's a decent option for Mediterranean food, but the inconvenience might make me think twice about returning. read more

Falafelle - Vegan Near Me - Belmont, California

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I love when there is a vegetarian/vegan option that does not have falafel in it. The Heaven's Pita Pocket was so yummy with eggplant and cauliflower. The hot sauce ties it all together and makes it so flavorful. I paid about $15 total which I think is a little high for something so small, but it did fill me up. It is a small space with not much room to wait outside for your food. I had very little interaction with the staff as I ordered on a tablet. There is a parking lot in the back. read more

Falafelle - Heaven's Pita Pocket (vegan) - Vegan Near Me - Belmont, California

I've tried Falafelle multiple times and usually go during weekday lunch time. STARS (stand out qualities) -Tasty and fresh in ingredients -Falafel is one of the better ones I've had on the peninsula -Pita bread is above average and fluffy and fresh! -Decent portions especially the falafel container STAIRS (areas for growth) -I had trouble hearing the names called out for the food. I recommend staff vocalize the name of person loudly or broadcast it in a screen (visuals are great) TIPS -container seems to have more food than wrap (I ate it all but was really full! I probably could have saved half portion for another meal!) -order BEFORE pickup. It took about 15-20 minutes from the time of order -order and pick up BEFORE peak time (possibly around 11:45-1pm) as there is a bit of a wait during 12-1pm -keep boxes up right - sauces leak -You can eat at nearby Twin Pines park which has some picnic tables, benches, grass or stage/stair area (no seating at restaurant) read more

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When I found Falafelle online, I expected a restaurant but it's really just an ordering window. You order on a kiosk, get your take out and that's that. There is a bench outside but no tables or any real seating options. Apart from that, the food is amazing. The menu is pretty small, but they have some great options. I got the pita pocket and it was so delicious. It's packed with amazing falafel, fresh veggies and covered in a soft pita. They also offer baklava and drinks, like probiotic soda. This is a great take out option! read more

Falafelle - Pita Pocket - Vegan Near Me - Belmont, California

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This feels a bit like a hole on the wall. The counter to take your order is at the front of the shop so there's no seating, takeout only. I usually get the falafel pita and it's on point in flavor. Portions are filling. Will continue coming back when I'm in the area. read more

Super delicious and fresh vegan Mediterranean food! I had the falafel container, which has 6 falafels (mine came with 7), hummus, and various vegetables and salads. The falafels were super crispy without being dry, and the hummus was extremely smooth and delicious. Most of the menu is vegan by default, and everything that is not vegan is clearly labelled. You order at a little kiosk outside, and then they bring the food to a little window when it's ready. My food was ready within a few minutes. There is no seating area, but there is a park nearby where my friend and I sat down to eat. Would love to come back to try one of the pita pockets. Highly recommend! read more

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Their hummus is fresh and tastey! I love their tabouli! Their salad plate comes with a couple of delicious side salads. If you are looking for a great vegetarian place, I would recommend this one! read more

The pita pockets are great mmm yum savory and I loaded it with avocado. I also love the fries and the sauce here

Random pickup counter that we happened to stopped by and thought "let's go vegetarian for a change" and we were not disappointed. They PACK the hell out of the Pita Pocket, it's hefty and what is expected for $12 - your money goes far here. Falafel was not dry, it was mixed with the greens and hummus and sauce extremely well. Ask them to mush your your falafels so you can get flavor and texture in every bite. Medium is the way to go, not spicy at all and had a very minor hot Cheetos version of a kick. Service was fast, got our big order within 10 minutes. read more

Falafelle - Vegan Near Me - Belmont, California

This place sucks; awful customer service. No customers i sight but staff is too busy to help. You have to place the order by yourself on the screen and when you ask for help the employees can't communicate for obvious reasons. As for the product, Watered down falafel due to the way it is prepared, completely misses the point. 0 stars read more

It had been several months since I'd been to Falafelle. I remembered it being really good with fresh ingredients and hot falafel. Today was really disappointing. There is now a kiosk outside to place your order so there is no personal interaction. The few tables that used to be outside have been removed. I had the falafel wrap. The falafel was lukewarm and the ingredients didn't taste fresh and crisp like I remembered. Previously, I was able to select toppings as well. The food was mediocre. The service was slow and the person who handed me my wrap was not friendly at all. Of course I'd already included a tip at the kiosk. There are definitely better places to get a falafel wrap. read more

I originally headed to the usual hummus "go-to," Oren's Hummus in Palo Alto, but the traffic was standstill on the local streets getting there and I decided to turn around keep going north towards home but also checking Yelp...and, in looking through several different places in San Mateo, Burlingame, etc., I noticed Falafelle and the fact that they have fluffy pita! That is one thing that I can't stand at a lot of Mediterranean / falafel / hummus places -- no matter how good the food is, if it's that flat factory pita, it really diminishes the experience. After you've tried fluffy pita once, it's hard to go back to the basic kind. And then I saw further in the reviews that said that the hummus was absolutely amazing, with many people saying "best I've ever had." I had been hoping to go somewhere where I could sit down, get table service and enjoy the meal, which Falafelle doesn't have, but I was willing to give it a try anyway as it was kind of convenient for me on the way home and I was enticed by the reviews and the photos. So, they have an electronic menu right outside -- actually, you can't even go inside the store anyway -- and the menu layout was at first a little confusing as to what they had, even though they do not have a large menu. But I ended up figuring it out and decided to go basic and get a falafel wrap, a side of hummus, and pita bread. Well, the pita bread was just as I hoped it would be: thick, fluffy, warm and absolutely delicious! I will say, these pitas, although equally as good as Oren's are only about ¾ of the size. But then they were only $1.50 so it was no big thing to get several. I dunked the pita in the hummus...ah, yes, everyone who's reviewed here is right, it is absolutely wonderful. I would actually say you could probably put this hummus head-to-head with Oren's and it would be hard to choose the winner. Now I used to be a big falafel fan. I haven't been of late because most of the falafel that I found is so dry, heavy, umderspiced or overspiced (or I just haven't been going to the right places). But I decided to give Falafelle's a try, since that's their specialty -- and, folks, I thought it was one of the most delicious falafels I've ever had. Very light, with a nice crunch, and just the perfect seasoning, it really was delicious. And the way that they prepared the wrap was first of all, visually, very appealing, and they put in it a great complement of ingredients that made the whole thing taste so great -- and I was actually impressed that they didn't put onions in, which everyone seems to do, but which I don't like because I think it takes away from the flavor of the falafel. Maybe I would have asked for a little less tomatoes, they put a whole lot of those in there, but it fine and it was great bite -- actually, I could only eat half of it. So I absolutely endorse this place hands down if you want some really good hummus, really good pita, and really good falafel. Oh, and another great thing: if you're a fan of San Pellegrino soda, they carry just about every one of their flavors. read more

Summary- amazing food, just go for it. Ur belly will thank you Place doesn't have dining. Street Parking is limited We can place order from screen out front Mango milk is sooper Baklava was good Maamoul is good Heavens Pita pocket is awesome Falafelle container is out of d world Will certainly come back for more read more

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I've heard about this restaurant before but was finally in the area and had to try it! I was craving good falafel and this place delivered! I ordered a la carte items like 1 dozen falafel, side hummus and pita breads. Everything was so delicious and fresh I savored it all! Service was friendly and welcome too! It's a small place with no seating spots though so food is to go only. Next time I may try the bowls and other items but if you're in for excellent Mediterranean food visit them! read more

One of the only spots in the bay that focus on the falafel. Traditional tasting, the hummus and baba ganuch is amazing, the salads are always fresh and even when the is line of people you can get you food really quickly. The self ordering station helps to avoid big line. read more

Wow, why did I wait so long to stop by for lunch? This place is so freaking good, the flavors, the crispy falafels, the spiciness, the hummus, the pickled veggies... everything! I ordered online for pickup but you can walk & order from the window or from the tablet. It's literally a hole in the way. You order/pick up from the window. There are two tables with two chairs to sit & eat out front but that's such a busy street that I ate it back at the office. I can't wait to be back & if you're in the area this is a must! It is on a busy street but you can drive around & park in the back I can't wait to be back & read more

Falafelle - Pita Pocket - Vegan Near Me - Belmont, California

DON'T order via DoorDash. They completely ignored my pita customization and they didn't supply hummus I purchased.

Honestly, it was good but not great. Really wanted to try this place based on the 5 star reviews. It was good, but nothing mind blowing. Since I have had better Falafel elsewhere in the bay area - it wouldn't be fair to give this place 5 stars. Achilles in Santa Clara and Dishdash in Sunnyvale has much better tasting falafel and better toppings, variety is sauces etc. Achilles makes their falafel fresh at the time of order - nice and warm - here it was cold and also not as flavorful. A bit bland - lacking in salt. I also asked for high spice - but it was delivered closer to mild (far far far from spicy). Not many variety in sauces. They should also provide some sauces on the side (without asking), but I didn't get any. Ordering was super easy through the digital kiosk - quick and seamless. Although there was only one screen so it can get really busy, especially if the person ahead of you is not sure what they want (happens often right ) Customer service: can't say anything here - there was zero interaction with the staff apart from when they call your name for order pick up. Net net: I am glad I tried it - had to with the 5 star ratings this place has. Don't think I am coming back unless I am in the neighborhood already. Parking is also not easy. We had to park in the park close by and walk to this place. read more

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It has been forever since I last reviewed Falafelle so time for an update. I finally tried their sandwiches and they are both delicious. Pita Pocket 5/5. Very fresh ingredients and delightfully filling. It has falafel balls, cabbage, sauerkraut, roasted red peppers, house salad, pickled turnips, sumac onions, pickled cucumbers & mild banana peppers. Yum. Heavens Pita Pocket: 5/5. Love the combinations of all of the fillings (eggplant, cauliflower, potatoes, hummus, vegan walnut pesto sauce, and sun dried tomato sauce). I added Baba Ghannouj the first time I had this but I don't think it needs the added flavor. My fingers were dripping with sauce as I finished it and It was wonderful. Also very filling. The people behind the counter are very nice. read more

Falafelle is a completely vegan Mediterranean street food joint that is serving up excellent Falafel Balls with standout basmati rice, the creamiest hummus, and absolutely amazing spicy and savory sauces. I wish I discovered this place earlier and somehow I am just now finding out about this gem. Their falafel combo plate we ordered was super flavorful, fresh, and delicious and more importantly served with soft and moist falafel. I find this place comparable to some highly rated falafel places in the Bay Area such as falafel stop in Sunnyvale and Falafel Drive in, in Santa Clara. Since this is a small place, there's no seating but y there is a park with picnic tables 5 steps away from the joint! The Price point is slightly higher than I would want but for the amazing food and kind servers, this place deserves each of its 5 stars. read more

Falafelle - Falafelle Combo Rice instead of salad Baba Ghanouj instead of Tabbouleh - Vegan Near Me - Belmont, California

Few menu items Each item carried out to perfection Definitely 5 stars Best falafel out there - coming back soon! read more

Falafelle - Falafel sandwich, dolmas - Vegan Near Me - Belmont, California

These falafel sandwiches are soooo good. I drive a long way to get one. Not much space to eat in but take it home or on a picnic and be in heaven. I am vegetarian and love the veggie options. read more

Falafel is a good place to go however every single time I order online and say no onions no house salad they Include it. I'm very disappointed. read more