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    King Halal

    4.9 (33 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Vegan falafel platter
    Zachary L.

    King Halal has the best falafel I've ever had. It's perfectly seasoned with a real full-bodied flavor. I dream about this place! He's very clued into vegan needs and is able to offer a top-tier vegan falafel plate at a great price. By far the best falafel in the city. Rock on, Ahmed!!

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    Wally R.

    There is no better falafel anywhere on earth. I don't care if you think you've found a better one, you're mistaken. The chicken and lamb are so scrumptious and he makes his own sauces which include tahini sauce, white sauce, BBQ, hot sauce and cilantro sauce. So good

    Mixed Platter with Falafel added.
    Andrew C.

    Ahmed at King Halal is one of a kind. Growing up in NYC I've eaten from so many Halal carts, and King Halal is by far the best I've ever had. First time I went, Ahmed was so incredibly friendly. But what seriously hooked me was the fact that he had a container of his falafel in a fridge ready to be fried once ordered. Ahmed told me "I'm never going to serve you a falafel that's been made more than 3 minutes ago." Every bit of food he cooks is delicious and tastes so fresh. And you cannot beat the price! He should be charging twice what it is because it's that good. Every time I walk by King Halal Ahmed will always say hi, even if I'm not ordering. Genuine, nice, amazing cook, don't miss out on this one.

    Lamb and chicken mix with his amazing green sauce.
    Jessica B.

    Amazing food clean stuff . Everyday I take food from him everyday same perfect quality and has great smile on his face . Ahmed is the best cook . I recommends to everyone in Astoria to try . One day he will be a world wide famous chef than we can't effort to buy food from him .

    Chicken & rice with salad and white sauce

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    Thank you Zachary ! You are such a nice guy .

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    2 years ago

    God Tier. Ahmed is in a league of his own. I refuse to order halal anywhere else. Portions and pricing are fantastic.

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    That’s a beautiful story, it could be true

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    Thank you Toni for your kind words . You are always welcome .

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    Thank Andrew , it’s always a pleasure serving you .

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    Felix thank you my bro

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    Thank you so much Jessica . I hope so !

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    Indeed his falafel are square and are quite good. Chicken is even better. Check this place out on 31st if you're in the area.

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    Thank you so much for feedback hope see you again

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    Thank you Rowena

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    Got the lamb plate, big portions and Ahmed was very friendly! Great food and deal for $7!

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    I appreciate your feedback.

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    Food was great!!! Service and ambiance was top tier! First Falafel i've eaten, and let's just say…read morei'm coming back. I love the decoration about Palestines history, it's great to look at over a meal. And what I most love are the signs on the window and the use of freedom of speech about what's going on in Palestine. I 100% will be coming here again

    In just a short handful of years, King of Falafel and Shawarma went from a food cart to its own…read morebrick and mortar location in Astoria. They picked up multiple accolades along the way, including the prestigious Vendy award, along with a legion of fanfare, which includes yours truly. This is one of my all-time favorite businesses in the borough. It all starts with their falafel. It's crisp, uniquely shaped, and abundant in its own way. With their rice and white sauce, it is an unbeatable combination and one that I frankly crave all the time. The chicken shawarma has a lot of flavor and is is packed, portion wise. Another favorite item fine is their kibbe, which similarly to their falafel is crispy, full of meat, wonderfully seasoned and the perfect complement to any meal. The unique combinations are always recommended, along with a generous slathering of any of their sauces. Some may argue that the food cart produced better food than the restaurant version, but I would disagree. I also think it's nice to be able to eat on the spot, versus having to take it home. The restaurant isn't large, but certainly comfortable enough for a solo meal or casual get together. Owner Freddy has a lot to be proud of and I'm very stoked for his success. The food truck is still in operation, and now exists in tandem with the brick and mortar location. I don't think one is better over the other, it really just depends on one's mood and preference for stellar food.

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    Food is always delicious. I had the chicken kebab lunch special. So yummy. Staff is very friendly…read moreand sweet. Love coming here.

    First impressions: the space is cozy and tastefully decorated, with decor that feels authentic at…read morefirst glance. The host was attentive, and we were seated right away--always a good start. I was a little surprised when the server handed us the menus and we opened the front flap to discover... tablets. That said, I actually appreciated the photos of each menu item--it made ordering easier and faster. Now, the food. Hands down, this was the best Mediterranean food I've had in the U.S. We ordered the chicken shawarma tacos and a side of falafel. The falafel was soft on the inside (not dry at all) and crispy on the outside, sitting in a bed of the smoothest tahini cream I've ever tasted--and I don't even like tahini. The chicken was incredibly flavorful, and every bite actually had chicken. No skimping on the protein here. The pita pocket was small but soft and fresh, not dry. Best part: the chicken taco came with small sides of hummus, baba ganoush, creamed tahini, and finely chopped tomatoes and cucumbers. Boom. Every single element was delicious. One downside: there's only one restroom, it's small, and while it's tastefully decorated, it could have used a bit more attention. Would I go back? 100% yes. I honestly wish I could teleport this place back home with me so I could become a regular.

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