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Happy Falafel

4.5 (118 reviews)
InexpensiveMiddle Eastern
Open 11:00 am - 8:30 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Dogs allowed

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Chicken Kabob Bowl

Happy Falafel never misses. I got the chicken kabob bowl and it was amazing! The chicken was super flavorful and tender, the rice was perfect, and that white sauce on top just makes it all hit even harder. The little salad on the side adds a nice fresh crunch too. Definitely recommend!!

Chicken Shawarma Bowl and an order of Falafel's
Jordan C.

Some of the best food in the area. Place was spotless clean and the service was friendly.

Falafel Pita
Steve A.

Check out Pharrell's favorite place to get falafel and Middle Eastern food. Happy Falafel puts a smile upon my face upon biting into some of the crispy stuff. It has plenty of choices for vegetarians. Fairly good prices on most of the items. They also have combos where you can save even more. I came to get carryout. It has falafel of course along with other classic Middle Eastern favorites. The first time here I had to get the namesake. Get falafel a few ways and none are bad. These come in pitas or on salads. It's $6 for a pretty decent pita. This comes with hummus and Jerusalem salad. Falafel was crispy without being burnt. The hummus was creamy and the Jerusalem salad had good seasoning and added a lot. Along with falafel are some other things worth giving a shot such as hummus. It comes on the pita so it's good with something or even on it's own. There's also common Middle Eastern favorites such as shawarma.

Shawarma rotisserie may be raw early in the day, but don't you worry, it goes on the grill before you receive.
Josh M.

Delicious and fast middle eastern food that make your belly feel like you made a really healthy choice! The place is clean and the portions are fairly large (i.e., if you're really hungry this will fill you up; if you're looking for a light lunch, you'll have left overs). We've ordered three times and outside of one error in my order (which was still delicious), I'm putting Happy Falafel on regular rotation. *NOTE: I agree with Yelper, @Rachel Z., that once the stay-at-home order hit, this site had myriad problems. My wife and I stopped by a few times hoping they'd be open or at least provide information about online/phone ordering only to be left with more questions. At one point we gave up thinking the restaurant had gone under, but then people started talking and posting again and we finally had a chance to visit. During this initial reopening the staff refused to wear masks, but as of my last visit in October 2020, we were happy to see they'd signed on to the requirement.

Chicken Shawarma Bowl
Zaza P.

Food is always good here (authentic) and the staff are friendly. I don't think they have air conditioning tho but who cares! The food is really good!

Chicken Shawarma Bowl
Michelle Q.

A must try!!! I've been searching for good chicken shawarma ever since I moved outta Cali. I finally found it. The chicken and rice are flavorful and not dry This time I also ordered the chili red sauce and hummus both and both are delicious. Every time Ingo the customer service is 5 star. They offer suggestions and will answer all questions. I did ask for sauce on the side and they put it on top anyway. I still give the

Chicken shawarma bowl $8.50 & added pita $.50

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Love the food here, and the prices were very good as well. I would highly recommend. One more word.

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Great food! Definitely satisfies the need for middle eastern food! And the service was great!

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The food here is always great and the staff is fantastic! They always great you with a smile and have no problems answering any questions.

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1st time eating here, and we will definitely return. Food was delicious. We had the chicken shawarma pita and hummus. Both were wonderful.

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Always a favorite dine of mine, as the service and food are are always a 10/10. Highly recommend!

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Best in the area. Loved the chicken shawarma. 10/10 will be returning. They even great hummus

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Ask the Community - Happy Falafel

What are the hours? Are you open? When I call there is no answer

Hi Angela We had an AC malfunction today, we had to close due to the very high temps. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Happy falafel Halal?

I was in there Sunday. They are still open and still have great food . Not sure of hours though

Hours of operation? Credit cards accepted?

Credit cards yes. Hours M-S 11-9pm Sun 12-8 pm

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