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Jerusalem Express

4.8 (56 reviews)

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wendy b.

Authentic falafel, babaghanoush, hummus and more! , Everything's so resh and made to order, keep in mind it's mostly a takeout restaurant so bring it to the beach !

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Brian D.

Great service! The owner really knows his stuff. I ordered the falafel pita sandwich and it was just what I had in mind.

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Alex K.

So dang happy we decided to pick up dinner from Jerusalem Express after a long day at the beach! It can be hard to find gems of quality vegan food in places like Puerto Vallarta but Jerusalem Express was such an amazing find. The falafel and hummus are quite possibly the best I've ever had! The falafel is fried to order right in front of you and the texture and flavor is top notch. Not greasy or oily at all and you can tell the owner takes pride and care in his falafel! The hummus is easily the silkiest and most flavorful hummus I've ever tried! Seriously addicting flavor and the texture is unreal, I don't know how he gets it so smooth! On top of those main sellers, the other sides are fantastic as well. The baba ganoush has such a depth of flavor and wasn't too smoky. The tabouleh was fresh and tasty. The pita was perfect for tearing and dipping into the perfect hummus! The service was friendly and helpful. Even though our food took 10-20 minutes each time we visited, it's clear this is due to how fresh everything is and the care that goes into creating the food. I will absolutely be coming back multiple times a week most likely next time we're in town! Don't miss out on Jerusalem Express, it's seriously a winner!

Oatmeal pancakes that Sammy made for me one day because he was making breakfast for himself and generously asked if I wanted any
Angela G.

If you're like me and have lived in New York for many years, you may associate shawarmas with late-night drunk food. This was one of the reasons why I hesitated to visit this place at first, despite it being highly recommended as one of the best restaurants in PV for vegans. Being a vegan myself, I ordered the falafel sandwich and watched Sammy, the owner, cook everything from scratch in his one-person kitchen. To be honest, my expectations were low because all the falafel I've had in the U.S. have been bland and dry, but was I blown away by this one. Sammy's falafel sandwich is a warm, hearty, comforting meal packed with flavor. The falafel is moist and well-seasoned, the garlic sauce and hummus do well to bring out the flavors of the falafel, and the warm pita wraps everything together like a hug. I've had the pleasure of getting to know Sammy as a person. We talked all about his passion for getting people healthy. Having not had the most healthy lifestyle when he was younger, Sammy is very conscious about food and nutrition. He does marathon trainings on the side and uses the menu as a way to play around with food to see what types of food can help sustain one's energy without any spikes or crashes. This is food that not only tastes delicious and keeps you feeling full but also gives you enough energy for the whole day. My favorite thing about Sammy's food is that it does not create gut inflammation, which means I can eat here every day without any digestive problems, and believe it or not, that is hard to find here. One of the things I love about this place is that you can see all the spices he uses on the wall behind the counter, which makes the food feel so much homier. This is the what a home-cooked meal tastes like. As a health-conscious person myself, I prefer to eat foods like this more than foods that get marketed as "healthy" such as smoothie bowls and salads because these traditional recipes carry the wisdoms of people who understood how to heal the body with food and only food.

Oren P.

Fresh? Yes! Food is made to order. Express? Not really. Expect at least 15 minutes for food preparation.

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John B.

I personally can't ever get sick of Mexican food. I probably wouldn't have even tried this place if Vegan food was as easily accessible and those places stayed open the hours that they state they are. So when most places were closed after a long day of adventuring, Jerusalem Express was open when we need some sustenance. It's a small place with some high top counter seating along the wall. You order up front and the Vegan options are plentiful. As another Yelper mentioned, there is no dairy on the menu but there are eggs and meat, which are both easily avoided. The things that should be Vegan, are. Hummus, tahini, falafel, baba ganoush, tabouli, yes! Oddly the falafel sandwich is only offered in a pita. I requested to get it in a wrap version such as offered with their lamb, but was told that it was not available that way. Oh well, pita pocket it is. My lovely wife was nearly hangry after a long day of eating nothing, so she also wanted to order some hummus along with it. The kind store owner suggested to skip the hummus assuring her that the falafel would be plenty enough. He was indeed right and it's much appreciated that he wasn't trying to make a quick Peso on us. The pita sando was muy excellente! Tahini, hummus, falafel, were all delicious and the pita nice and soft. What more could you ask for? Great service, Vegan-friendly, open when they say they are. Highly recommend if you're in town!

Food was absolutely delicious, especially the Hummus! Authentic middle eastern food. So glad we found this gem!

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Stopped in on a whim and had a wonderful quick lunch, kebab and a falafel. Friendly owner, super simple, fresh and affordable

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Amazing, fresh, and must visit in PV! The owners and chef are very kind, the place is clean, and the food is so delicious.

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9 years ago

Absolutely delicious! Owner is super friendly and welcoming. Hummus and Falafel are my go to!

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9 years ago

A must while passing through PV. I crave their kabobs and hummus and falafel and ....

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Food is fresh and delicious. Alon friendly. Ended up going back again since the kids loved it.

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9 years ago

Best falafel I've had in a while. The pita, vegetables and sauces are fresh. Highly recommended!

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8 years ago

Authentic and fresh Mediterranean food at a great price. Friendly owner and son. Made fresh every day.

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Tintoque - Appetizer three of three

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4.7(243 reviews)
0.2 km
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On par with any Michelin star restaurant. Hands down my favorite restaurant I have ever been to…read more Their tasting menu is out of this world. Pair it with the wine, however be careful. They have an ever changing tasting menu that caters to the season in which it is in. None of the items are bad. A restaurant like this would be several hundreds of dollars if you visited in the states. The service is beyond kind and understanding with the language barrier. If the weather is nice I highly recommend sitting outside along the river. It's incredibly romantic. Please visit this restaurant if you are reading this. You won't regret it!

We've loved Tintoque for dinner for years, so it was a fun surprise to discover that their brunch…read moreis just as incredible and maybe even more special in a different way. Not many people talk about their brunch, but they should. It is easily one of the best hidden gems in Puerto Vallarta. Every dish is beautiful, creative, and full of flavor. From the fresh bread and pastries to the main plates, everything feels intentional and thoughtfully prepared. You can tell the same care and creativity that goes into their dinner menu shows up at brunch too. The presentation is stunning, and the flavors are just as impressive. What really sets brunch here apart is the value. For the quality, the experience, and the level of cooking, it is an amazing deal. It feels like a high end experience without feeling stuffy or overpriced. It is the kind of place you want to linger, enjoy the view, and take your time. If you already love Tintoque for dinner, you owe it to yourself to try brunch. And if you have never been, brunch is the perfect introduction. It is truly one of the best brunch experiences in Puerto Vallarta and we keep coming back for more.

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OPA Greek Bistro

OPA Greek Bistro

4.3(34 reviews)
3.8 km

Our first meal Puerto Plata. This was not our first choice as our other choices were closed as it…read morewas Sunday. So glad we decided to go this restaurant. First there were marked vegan options. Second the service was absolutely amazing. The staff knew what vegan meant and suggested dishes. And then the food. The vibe is so much like as if we sitting somewhere in Greece. The outdoor patio, the table, the settings the colour matched the cuisine - even the staff were dressed appropriately. This all set for a fine meal. The complimentary pita with tapenade was just amazing. The pita seemed fresh and the tapenade was properly seasoned and was perfect. I haven't had a restaurant spanakopita and vegan. They were made fresh-we could see they rolled the spanakopita right there in the open kitchen. Unfortunately only two per order. The Vegan Gyro - was again mind blowing. Simple ingredients and the pita- so fresh. When food is properly seasoned you don't need a lot of spice to make it taste awesome. The mushrooms so chewy textures and salad toppings inside very good. The sweet potato fries and salad very very limited in quantity. The Vegan Torre Mediterranean - was a dish that came out of a Michelin star restaurant. The plating , the taste, the eggplant cooked so delicately. The pesto and the hummus everything just was in perfect harmony. Even the tomato sauce was incredible. A must visit in PV, specially for vegans.

I dined here with a group of friends during Restaurant Week. The service was attentive, but the…read moredining area is quite small and extremely loud when more than one table is talking. The food was incredible. Everyone in our party had a really amazing meal. Great company, great food, good vibes, and air conditioned!

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OPA Greek Bistro - Falafel, fresh, hot and tasty, with a nice little few bites of salad.

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Falafel, fresh, hot and tasty, with a nice little few bites of salad.

Jerusalem Express - mideastern - Updated May 2026

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