yrs ago we would get falafels at garbonzos on se hawthorne, and loved them.....we cycled to the annual waterfront blue's festival on saturday 7-4-26, and saw the food truck...we were happy they were there, and hope we see them at more in portland at the festivals ......we shared the falafel pita at the festival, and it was as delicious as in the past....we wish garbonzos would have a food truck or brick/mortar back on the east side, but we understand the situation why they don't....the service was quick, 5 min. the falafel was ready, and the staff was real friendly....it was so relaxing to enjoy a delicious falafel, listening to the bands at the blue's festival...thx so much.... read more

Absolutely loved the falafel platter here! The falafels are perfectly done. All the sides in the platter were great too - tabouli was super fresh, hummus was so creamy and the Cole slaw was perfect side to go with. In general I am not a fan of potato salad but theirs was pretty good. We also ordered (not pictured) grilled eggplant platter and this was amazing as well. I just wish they would have given some more quantity of eggplant so it makes up for a filling meal. It is located inside the Jewish center so if you are ordering via doordash + pickup, be sure to carry your ID as there is a security guard at the entrance (who was super rude! Not the restaurant problem though). read more

Garbonzos - Falafel Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Portland, Oregon

If you're craving Felafel, Garbanzos will NOT disappoint! The basic original recipe pita chock full of goodness that you're missing in your life. Well dream no more ravenous ones. It's also only around $9... *sigh* Located in the Mittleman Jewish community center SW off of I5 and Hwy 10 area. It used to be a food truck but now has a permanent home. If you're not Uber/DoorDashing, then expect to show your ID at the door and let them know you're heading for the deli. If you call the order in ahead, there'll be no wait time (usually around 10 minutes). I order mine with a side of jalapeño relish and extra side of Tahini sauce. They also have good homemade soups etc. And you can enjoy people swimming in the background, but that's another story. read more

This brightly colored food cart in the parking lot of Mittleman Jewish Community Center is just what I was craving on a perfect summer day. Had to try the falafel from the man, Allen Levin, that introduced hummus and falafel back to Portland in the 90s. Legend! We ordered falafel sandwiches, vegan kafta platter, hand cut fries, and fried eggplant salad. The falafel was chockful of cucumbers, hummus, and crunchy falafel in every bite. Each bit brought new texture into the mix. The kiddo loved the kafta beyond burger, which came with mixed vegetable salad, cole slaw, potato salad, tabouli, hummus, tahini, baba ghanouj, and pita bread. Every bite I stole was delicious. The fried eggplant salad was also complex. So good with the pita. The fries were fresh & just the kind A was craving. Everything is vegan, halal, gluten free, and certified kosher, so it makes food allergies and preference simple. They were very efficient and nice as well. Can't wait to go back! read more

Yum. This is a fantastic addition to the neighborhood. My family has falafel sandwiches and hand cut fries. The falafel was very flavorful and not too fried tasting, which is a problem at other places. I loved the hummus, veggies, and sauce. The hand cut fries were pretty good, but weren't really hot. It seemed like they had been sitting quite awhile. However, we came on big truck day at the MJCC, so they were very busy. read more

Garbonzos - Falafel sandwich. Photographing a pocket sandwich is awkward. - Mediterranean Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Oh my! I've been wanting to try this place since I use the JCC occasionally. It's amazing! I got the Falafel Pita Sandwich and it was so good and filling! Comes with a what I assume is homemade pita (I don't know for sure tho), hummus at the bottom, shredded cabbage, mixed tomato salad, falafel patties (I think there were three but might have been four) and tahini sauce. It was phenomenal! A bit messy to eat but holy crap so good! I'll be back next week for a kofta beyond burger plate. read more

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They very clearly advertise that the entire kitchen is gluten free (see picture attached), and make no additional notations on their menu to make one question that statement. There is even a prior reviewer that, after trying almost everything on the menu including the pita, states that everything is gluten free. As someone with celiac disease always on the lookout for somewhere safe to eat, it is inconceivable to me that a restaurant would advertise as a fully GF kitchen when ALL of their Pita sandwiches and even the burger plate are littered with gluten (these are not GF pitas, they are normal pitas...). That's 50% of the menu, not just a one-off item. I had a friend go to pick up on my behalf, and thankfully he asked the right questions or this review wouldn't be where my experience with this food cart would end. If you have a serious allergy, or want to support your friends that have severe allergies who face this level of deception daily when making food choices, consider an alternative option. read more

Garbonzos - clearly labeled GF at the bottom of the menu - Mediterranean Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I live in the neighborhood and also work within walking distance of Garbonzos food truck. It is so good, fresh and well priced. The fries are some of the best ever. Staff is really friendly and again, food is hot and fresh. I keep having the same thing, the falafel sandwich, and I am addicted. It's big for $8.00 and you can really have some left over. Some of my coworkers have tried also and go for the salad or dip plate. Just go there - support local and you won't regret it. read more

Had the falafel plate and it actually includes everything listed. Amazing. Really good. Just what I needed after a 13 hour shift. Everything we ordered, we enjoyed. read more

Great fries and the mushroom wrap was good. They need some garlic sauce or spicy mayo and it would be perfect. i would definitely go back again. read more

I am giving up on Garbonzos. Most times when I call to order there is no answer. There has never been a message stating that they are closed. Tonight I called and they said that they closed at 4:30, but when I look online it says that they are open until 7. What a shame. This is no way to run a business. read more

Garbanzos food cart served at Zidell Yards event space. It was the most popular food cart on the lot so had to wait 40 minutes for our order but it was worth the wait for the Kafta Beyond Burger Pita and gluten free Falafel plate. Yum! read more

Ate there twice at Zidell Yards events. Nice people. Yummy falaffal sandwich, and vegan too! Thanks for being there for us!

Excellent food and wonderful service. Great option for vegetarians. Feels light while being very satisfying. Worth stopping by and trying something new. read more

Had their kafta beyond burger plate and eggplant salad During a show at Zidell Lot. LOVED the flavor pallet and was blown away by the amazing textures. Will be eating here again! read more