This place is such a gym. The food is classic, consistent, and just overall very delicious. I love…read morethat they have so many options for non-meat eaters, especially things that would be traditionally me only. I love the falafel's, but my absolute favorite is just pita and tzatziki. I also have to give a shout out to their sauces, there's so many in. They're all so flavorful and so good. My preference is the spacey green and the white garlic sauce. So so so yummy. There's tzatziki was just so good and authentic tasting. I love the mission that this restaurant stands for and the support they provide to nonprofits. Regarding Service, the team is always prompt and pleasant. I will say if you are ordering at the restaurant to go, it may be best to order ahead since often it can take up to 20 to 30 minutes (from my experience) to get your food. Typically the store space is on the smaller side, so while you can eat in, I typically just take it to go for convenience reasons. I highly recommend this spot, not just for the food, but for the mission.

Excellent! Fresh, tasty, filling and satisfying. That's my description of the falafel sandwich and…read morezatar fries meal I had today. The staff are friendly, courteous and fast. Great experience but I wish they had more locations, at least one near my home in upper MoCo, and I my family and I would eat it everyday.

I must say that this location has changed my opinion of the restaurant after a poor encounter at…read moreanother location. This location was much better and their staff were very friendly and helpful. It's a large location and who wouldn't want to grab a bite here and then find a seat at the beautiful waterfront. I ordered the falafel bowl with a side of hummus. Let's just say that for $5 that bowl was extremely generous in quantity and the fresh quality of each item was AMAZING! I thoroughly enjoyed my bowl. The side of hummus was sinfully good! Something I wouldn't mind ordering again to enjoy with their delicious pita chips Overall, I don't think I'll be visiting any other location but this one because they were fantastic!

The food is probably about 4 stars, the service is one, at least sometimes, and the overall…read moreexperience therefore is a solid avoid for me. If there are a few people they can manage, but if several groups come in, despite having about four staff they turn out sandwiches once every few minutes. It took over 15 minutes for me to get a simple falafel sandwich. They don't have a system to tag and manage orders with the numbers and they're not clearly calling out numbers so you can miss it. As I waited for my sandwich a guy wrapped another sandwich then left it on the counter touching a dirty wadded up napkin--yuck! Seating is all I raise, a few standing tables and a few tables with seats. Beverages like a small can of san pellegrino were about $4 so that offsets the inexpensive falafel. There's definitely better falafel in southeast.

Everything is perfect here! Friendly staff especially the…read moreowner. They are welcoming to all types of people! Maybe food is best way for people to connect and not fight like in the Middle East. The prices are low compared to the fantastic quality. This is my 2nd time takeout. I am from the New York area. I have had a lot of falafel in my life but this is best since it is not too fried, soft inside and so tasty! Also the homemade babaganoush is fantastic! My only wish is they had more space for dining in and expanding the menu to other Middle Eastern items.

I got the chicken wrap and I loved everything about it, from the flavor of the garlic spread to the…read moreseasoning on the chicken, it was mesmerizing, I also tasted some of the za'atar fries, they were seasoned perfectly and crispy. I will definitely be back.

I've been here a handful of times and enjoyed it every time. Falafel sandwich and chicken shawarma…read moreare reasonably priced and yum. I stopped by this time to try their beef shawarma-- good! It's just as flavorful as chicken and is a little fattier. I would get this again. The wrap they use is different from the chicken shawarma. Chicken's wrap is breadier whereas beef shawarma's wrap is closer to a tortillas. It's chewy and delicious. I didn't use the pomegranate molasses- it's an acquired taste. I can see how it'd be fitting- it's tart so it cuts the fat. Love their garlic sauce. Service is fast and friendly. Parking is limited. There's 3? Parallel spots directly in front and some parking across the street. This location is quite small. I'd recommend for pick up only-- there's outdoor dining space. It's Mosaic!

Best falafels I've had in a long time. Perfect texture and awesome flavor. Falafels are often too…read morehard, but these were perfect. The falafel sandwich is a great deal, and you can use all their sauces. I like the white sauce. This location is takeout only.

I came right at the end of a Yelp event, 10 min before closing and the staff were still welcoming…read moreand full of energy. The shop has a couple of tables inside and there's a terrace right outside with tables, as well as picnic tables further back. I parked across the street, but there may be more parking in the lot next to the restaurant (didn't check myself). I do vegan Mondays, and was able to order a pita with falafel with several veggie toppings and sauces. It was DELICIOUS and filling. They also have lots of drink options, including my favorite flavor of Spindrift. EDIT: I misunderstood the hours! I work nearby so I plan to be back very soon!

Occupying a distinctive building that anyone who has been to Bethesda recognizes, the shop that…read morecurrently occupies it sells falafel and a few other things. They trumpet the fact they fry in avocado oil, and they make a distinctive flat patty. I got a combo with fries and a drink. The toppings I selected; sumac onions, pickled carrots, and several others, were a bit soggy and didn't mix in quite a swell as I'd hoped. The fries were very fried, and the thin cut falafel was interesting but didn't persuade me to give up the usual ball shape. I wasn't sold that it was the best in the area, and with the place only open for lunch there weren't a ton of opportunities to try it on my schedule, but it is a credible entry into the Bethesda lunch scene.

Amazing food. I keep coming back. Iskender my favorite but i ate chicken shawarma gyro as well was…read moreperfect for lunch. Service is very good as well.

I tried the Iskender gyro platter at Capital Donar Shawarma, and it was a letdown. The dish…read morefeatured tough slices of roast beef instead of lamb, which felt off. The meat lacked flavor, making it a disappointing choice. Additionally, the staff seemed inattentive, which didn't enhance the experience. If you visit, and give it a shot ...stick to a classic gyro or doner sandwich instead.

I ordered delivery from this location. As usual I ordered and paid for extra hummus on the…read moresandwich. And as usual they didn't put it on. I suspect they do this routinely, with enough orders this money adds up. I have never, not once, received a sandwich from this company, ordered either in-person or on-line, in which they have added the extra hummus for which I paid. It's really weird and again it smacks of theft. In the past I have ordered from the Potomac Ave store and they, too, have skipped the hummus on the sandwich. I also requested an order of hummus and pita. The pita is stale. And No, I'm not merely frustrated - it is actually stale. The hummus is cool, yet it runs like water. wt heck, seriously. The sandwich itself was meek and tired looking compared to the sandwich I had at Mamouns in NYC over the weekend. What a waste of money this place is.

Among all the vendors at Western Market, Falafel stood out for how quick, affordable, and…read moremeaningful the experience was. The service was SUPER fast--perfect for a busy lunch/dinner rush-- and the price was very reasonable. The falafel itself was crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside, and everything tasted fresh. I also tried their za'atar fries, which were seasoned perfectly and totally addictive, sch a great side! What made the experience even better was knowing that every meal helps feed refugees in need. If you are looking for a quick, tasty, HEALTHY, and budget-friendly meal with a mission, Falafel is absolutely worth stopping by. :)

Always super yummy and the staff is so nice! Would highly recommend. Meat melts in your mouth and…read morethe brownies are homemade and so delicious!

I feel like I'm taking crazy pills reading these reviews. This was very bad in almost every regard…read more It's worth taking it piece by piece. 1. The falafel The falafel is tiny, about the circumference of a quarter. You would forgive the misleading deal you get on six of them if it tasted decent. But it doesn't. The coriander and parsley overwhelm the flavor. The inside is dry and spongey. The outside is stale. It tastes nothing like falafel at all. 2. The beef and lamb "shawarma" Note the quotation marks. This is not shawarma, which is whole meat sliced off a spit. This is a gyro, a ground and blended meat blend. The gyro tasted fine, but I ordered shawarma and this is not shawarma. 3. The chicken shawarma This, at least, was shawarma. But that is the only positive thing to say. It was dry and flavorless. It tasted like it had been sliced off the pit and sitting in a warmer for a while. It tasted nothing like you would want shawarma to taste. No garlic taste, no paprika, no lemon, no moisture from a yogurt marinade--just unseasoned, dry chicken, spinning on a hot spit. 4. The sauces We tried the garlic sauce, hot sauce, and tahini (all on the side). The hot sauce and tahini were borderline inedible. The hot sauce tasted like someone lightly peppered Hunt's Tomato sauce and the Tahini had the texture of water. The garlic sauce was okay. The people were nice, so it feels bad writing this. But the reviews on this place are an abomination. I am going to check the profile of each person that rated this five stars and avoid any restaurant they recommend. My Palestinian grandmother would have a heart attack if she was served this food. I wish I took more pictures, but the falafel are the only thing I snapped because they were cartoonishly small and I thought that was funny.

They ruined the chicken rice bowl. Used to be the best lunch deal in town, now $15 for barely any…read morechicken and veggies. Just heaps of rice and white sauce which feels like an anchor all afternoon. Second time I've had it since the revamp and I won't be coming back. A shame because the staff is always great.

Went here with a friend and we loved it ! I've been to the location in Ashburn for a yelp event and…read morelooked how fresh everything tasted. This location did not disappoint ! Although there isn't ample sitting inside the restaurant, it's more of a grab and go kind of establishment, there are 3-4 tables along the side you can sit if in a pinch. For the busy moms looking for a bite while strolling through old town, the mockingbird stroller (which is so wide for a single stroller) fits through the door and the narrow walk up to the ordering counter. I wouldn't park the stroller inside if you intend to dine in though as it'll block the path for other patrons. Overall, good food and warm service ! The best part? We got a free shawarma box because it was Mother's Day and my kid was so stinking cute smiling at the staff!

My friend and I went this Sunday for lunch to try Oh Mama Grill and it was fantastic! Especially…read morefor a place that just opened (but even generally), Oh Mama Grill had great service. Oh Mama Grill has a casual vibe with a TV and the prices are affordable, especially for DC and Adams Morgan. My friend and I were able to order and receive our chicken vegetable soup and shawarma quickly, brought to our table. Oh Mama Grill lets you customize your shawarma with salads and sauces including hummus, tahini, and amba (pickled mango) as well as spicy sauces at the counter. Our soup was good with ample amounts of chicken, carrots, celery, zucchini, and some other veggies. The shawarma was among the best I've had in DC and outside of the Middle East; it was juicy, flavorful, and a great turkey and lamb mix. Other than the laffa being more of a lavash, the shawarma was exactly what I expected and hoped for. The spicy sauces and salads were fresh and complemented the shawarma-a fantastic mix! Oh Mama Grill is a great addition to the Adams Morgan and DC food scene. I look forward to returning soon and enjoying more of their delicious menu!

It's been in the neighborhood a while now and I finally had an opportunity to give it a try. Must…read moresay I was underwhelmed. I'll say the nice thing first, though, which is that they have a nice water dispenser with little cups between the register (where you order) and the food display (where you pick out your fixings and receive your order). So you can have a sip of water while you're waiting the two or three minutes it takes to get your food. I had the "schnitzel," which turned out to be just chunks of breaded/fried chicken breast. Real schnitzel (which this is NOT) is flattened and tenderized by pounding it thin and flat. These were just big, tough chunks, which of course have to be a little overcooked to be cooked through to the center. So that was, to this schnitzel devotee, a disappointment. I guess if you know you're just getting chicken "tenders," it might seem better. The laffa flatbread it was wrapped in had a leathery texture that I did not enjoy, and did not finish. The various fixings I tried--vegetable salads and dips--were good, though. So it was not a complete fail. But for the price there are a lot of places--even some on the very same block--that make a far better meal, and offer a real dining experience to boot. For the full experience, I ate in. And really, the place is a dump. The tabletop was sticky; I had to put down napkins to keep my elbows clean. The sound of a fan dominated the space. They don't seem to have changed the furniture since the Astor days (the service counter is the same, too), though it seems dirtier and more dilapidated and less decorated than it was then. The self-busing stand sort of makes the point that it's really not trying to be more than a takeout joint. At this price point, I expect more. It really made me miss Astor.