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Pauly's Pocket

4.6 (116 reviews)
InexpensiveSandwiches, Falafel, Greek
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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Gyro Pocket Lunch

Best gyros ever. Made fresh. Fast service. The cute little shop is a great place to stop in for a yummy lunch. Very friendly staff. Pita is great, veggies were fresh. Meat was good as well. Prices are very good.

Falafel plate with salad. Bread not pictured.
Eric W.

I've been going to Pauly's since 2009 and the food has never been anything but wonderful. The perfect takeout for your falafel fix.

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17 years ago

Don't mess around.. get the veggie falafel!!!!!

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14 years ago

I LOVE this place! You have got to try it if your in town! Love the chicken wrap.

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17 years ago

This place is awesome. If you ever need some good falafel, this is the best in NH I've had.

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13 years ago

Best falafels. I get the salads, which come with bread and sauce. Delishhhhh. Eat that up.

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13 years ago

I graduated from UNH in 2011 and always make it a point to grab a pocket when I come back to visit. Best food on campus in my opinion!

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17 years ago

Always great, and Polly is a great guy. I've been visiting Polly's Pocket for years-never has let me down.

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16 years ago

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13 years ago

I love Pauly's Pocket! Whenever I go to or through Durham, I stop and gt a falafel--they are fantastic@

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10 years ago

Best Chicken Kabobs around!!! We drive 45+ minutes regularly to go here! The staff always remember us and are super nice :)

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15 years ago

Love this place - and it's my mom's favorite place in Durham! Great falaffel. I like to get the "Turbo Wrap"

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16 years ago

Soooo good, though usually mobbed. Be prepared to wait a while for your food, but the wait is totally worth it.

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13 years ago

Hands down the best falafel sandwich I've had in this entire region. Nothing in Boston even compares to this.

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11 years ago

How can you be out of Chicken before noon? Left immediately. Don't waste your time.

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10 years ago

Great food! Very reasonable prices. My wife and I get Pauly's all the time. Delicious and predictable. Great value.

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18 years ago

Falafel Wraps are delicious and cheap.

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12 years ago

Always awesome !!!! Made to order and super delicious. Only bummer is trying to park in downtown durham.

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11 years ago

Just the best. You get so much more for your money than any other sub place in town. Amazing

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“I graduated from UNH in 2011 and always make it a point to grab a pocket when I come back to visit.”

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Little Lebanon To Go - Veggie Taook Wrap

Little Lebanon To Go

4.5(170 reviews)
5.3 mi
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Very intimate, small lunch spot that I went to with two coworkers. Outdoor seating is available,…read morewith minimal front parking space. And it seems I wasn't the only one who discovered this hidden gem. When we got here, the spot was packed inside. Despite this we ordered three different items for a sit-down experience, and still received everything within 25 minutes. I ordered the lamb shawarma wrap on one occasion, and it was love at first bite. The wrap itself was toasted to a perfect brown crisp on the outside, yet retaining softness underneath, where it encapsulated the ranch-like sauce where it mixed with the sliced lettuce, carrots, onions and tomatoes to give it a well rounded, mixed, creamy flavor of the vegetables. The lamb meat itself was the primary vehicle of salt and spice (with emphasis on the garlic), yet never being dry. All this being considered, the wrap never fell apart, and held together the entire journey. I made the mistake of ordering the lamp wrap my first go here, because the next occasion I came here, I got the chicken shawarma bowl. Although the rice, sauce, chicken and vegetables all inherited the same flavor profile as the wrap, the bowl fell wildly below my expectations as it was impossible to get a truly full bite of every single thing utilizing a small fork. Nonetheless, this is truly the spot for a reliable bite that emulates a small taste of the Middle East.

Ordered to go from here. Small little place, some parking, worker was nice and made sure not just…read moreanyone could pick up my order and go LOL. Very nice workers. The falafel was pretty crispy and the inside was slightly moist. The tahini sauce helped elevate the falafels. I loved the chicken shwarma and the sauce that went well with the juicy chicken. The bread was toasted and very good. I enjoyed this, and would probably eat here regularly for a chicken shwarma if I lived nearby. I'd try more things if I ever pass through here again. They have some parking, not a lot. I definitely recommend the shwarma.

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Anatolia - Lavash Bread

Anatolia

4.8(192 reviews)
9.5 mi
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This Turkish Mediterranean Restaurant Located in the Station 319 building where many businesses…read morehave failed but this business is proving that a great business can flourish even in tricky locations. This was our first visit on a Saturday evening and we were glad we made reservations as it was packed yet still maintained a great atmosphere. Our male server Burak was very attentive, professional, and very friendly. We ordered the Lavash with the mixed appetizer - tabouli, Mediterranean salsa, hummus, and Haydari. Chicken and Beef Kabobs as our entrees. Their signature cocktail Istanbul Peach Martini and a glass of Autorotas Sauvignon Blanc. As always the Lavash was amazing as was the Kabobs. The Kabobs came with a scoop of white rice, potatoes and a great salad with no lettuce, just marinated tomatoes. Cucumber, onion with herbs.

Several friends have been urging us to give this a try, but Somersworth seemed like a haul, but we…read morewere glad we made the effort. The dining room is nice, a bit quirky as it is an old train station. Our waitress was pleasant and was happy to answer any questions we had. Food from the kitchen was a tad slow, but it was a Saturday night and they were slammed. We were told we had to order the bread with the assortment of cold appetizer spreads and that really was fantastic. Piping hot bread, huge and an assortment of 4 dishes to go with it. All were tasty, especially the hummus. This alone is worth the journey to find this place. I had the lamb kofte, which are flattened meatballs usually cooked like a kebob. I was served a large portion and they tasted delicious, plenty to bring home. The other diners with me enjoyed their chicken kabob, falafel and kabob wrap. We thought the prices were fair for such generous portions. We will try again if in the area. Give this place a try if you have been sitting on the fence like me.

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4.3(63 reviews)
38.3 mi

Let's get straight to the point! The food was amazing!!!!…read more We were able to see our food being made which was really fascinating... very traditionally made and am so happy to support a local business but also this type of food which I believe is so underrated and made so traditionally! Just a heads up: Inside the restaurant, it is not really a sit down restaurant as it is a small building and there is like one table. This really only means your car will smell delicious for a while Their menu also has such an array of options which is very appealing to so many foodies out their! Wish I took photos!

On my way to Gloucester for whale watching, this Lebanese fast food stall was right across from the…read morepier. Markouk is the name of their special flatbread, which is interesting. Steak Kabob Wrap: I ordered the medium well, and it was noticeably overcooked. My colleague who ordered the medium also well agreed But regardless, the freshly grilled steak was still quite aromatic. The ingredients were all fresh; the rich and creamy hummus, the sweet and sour tomatoes, and the crisp and refreshing cucumber were all wrapped in the markouk. Markouk flatbreads are grilled daily, thin, smooth, and chewy, much better than pita or lavash in my first impression. Chicken Kabob Wrap: Their signature dish. The chicken breast was still juicy. The owner is very familiar with the whale watching boat schedule and will tell you if you have time to eat before boarding. It has a 4.9 rating on Google Maps, but the food isn't nearly as good as it seems; after all, it's just a wrap, and it probably benefits from the whale watching reputation.

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Markouk Bread - Chicken kabob dinner

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Markouk Bread - Veggie grape leaves + masaka + my homemade quinoa = a perfect Lebanese-inspired meal! Fresh, flavorful, and always leaves me feeling great!

Veggie grape leaves + masaka + my homemade quinoa = a perfect Lebanese-inspired meal! Fresh, flavorful, and always leaves me feeling great!

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Nura

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4.5(103 reviews)
49.3 mi•Old Port
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Wow. Just wow. I am…read morenot going to lie and tell you that this has always been my favorite type of food or fare but we popped in here today after walking around monument square and I am glad that we did. Food ... amazing. Service ... super friendly. Clean layout with indoor and outdoor seating. Pros: fresh food packed with flavor. Prompt service and friendly vibe. Hand made drinks were amazing (especially the Thai chi) Cons: bathroom is downstairs on an elevator ride in the end of a corridor in the basement. Parking is very limited unless you want to hit the garage. We will definitely be back soon as you can see the dishes that we ate with the pictures I am posting.

Still the best falafel in Portland: slightly crunchy golden-brown exterior, bright green when you…read morebite into it, fluffy and moist and so delicious. If you're craving falafel in the city, THIS is going to be the place you want to get it from (why are all the other places serving up such dry options?)! I like the Falafel Salad (which is both plant-based and gluten-free): it comes with four or five falafel balls, a generous dollop of hummus, local greens mixed with radish and cucumbers and mint, and two small plastic containers of tahini sauce and lime vinaigrette. It's not a very big salad; I usually end up supplementing it with additional greens at home. The french fries are a miss for me: from here, they always seem quite soggy even after only a few minutes. The shawarma flavor is amazing, but there's just something unappetizing (for me, anyway) about a limp fry. At lunch it seems they prioritize their online orders more than their in person orders, so expect a wait (or have the forethought to order ahead of time online).

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Nura - Close-up of seating options.

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4.8(234 reviews)
15.0 mi
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I am so happy I found Martha's Restaurant in Hampton Falls. Wyatt helped me at the window, and is…read moresuper hospitable and friendly. I can't speak to the ambiance as I only ordered from the outside window. I ordered the chicken kabob wrap with feta and tzatziki, and spicy tahini on the side. The chicken was well-seasoned and tasted amazing, definitely worth going out of the way for! I asked for the feta & tzatziki inside the wrap, not as a side so I was surprised to be charged $4 more for it since it wasn't a significant amount, like the spicy tahini inside the container. But I'd still come back and order from them. Baklava was delicious & fresh, very happy with overall quality & experience. chicken kabob wrap 10/10 baklava 10/10 If you're in the area, don't let this small restaurant fool you, it is absolutely worth the stop and completely satisfying. I'd love to see Martha's get more recognition for their high quality food & service. Thank you! ambiance: n/a food: 5/5 service: 5/5 Martha's Restaurant: 5/5

Was craving Lebanese food and found this place on Yelp. Let me tell you.... DID NOT DISAPPOINT…read more Best Lebanese food I've found in the states by far! George was so welcoming of us and told us about all of the specials. He explained that his recipes were handed down through his mother. Stopping here for dinner was the highlight of our day :) Thank you, George!

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The Gyro Spot - The Zeus

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4.3(580 reviews)
28.8 mi
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The rice bowl is so good - sauce is so tasty! Love how you can combine different meats in one bowl.read more

The folks behind the counter at The Gyro Spot were incredibly friendly and welcoming. From the…read moremoment I walked in, the service was warm, attentive, and efficient--something I always appreciate, especially at a busy casual spot. I ordered the Zeus gyro along with a side of fries. The fries came out piping hot, fresh, and perfectly seasoned. They were crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and honestly some of the better fries I've had in a while. A great start to the meal. The gyro itself had great flavor--the ingredients were fresh, the toppings were vibrant, and the seasoning was spot on. Unfortunately, it was lukewarm when it reached the table. The taste was good enough that I kept going, but I couldn't help but think how much better it would have been served hot. A gyro with that much potential deserves to come out at full temperature, and I was disappointed that it didn't quite get there. That said, the overall experience was still positive. The friendliness of the staff and the quality of the ingredients make me believe this was probably an off moment in the kitchen. I'd definitely give them another shot because the foundation is clearly solid--and when that gyro comes out hot, I'm sure it'll be fantastic. Worth a visit, and worth trying again.

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The Gyro Spot - Lamb & Beef Gyro

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