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    Sam's Falafel

    4.5 (238 reviews)
    InexpensiveFalafel, Food Trucks
    Open 10:00 am - 3:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Falafel combo
    Chris D.

    Lovely people at the stand. Falafel was good and combo was excellent value. I *think* I prefer Rainbow falafel at Union sq, but this was certainly well worth the money and I would recommend it!

    $8 sandwich
    Shirley H.

    I get their falafel sandwich every time I'm nearby. Or even make a pit stop when I have cravings. They're really tasty. Make sure they include the fried pita chips in the bag, they forgot it once and I was really sad. The sandwich is now $8. Let them know if you want it spicy. The only issue is, I can't figure out their schedule, I went at times during normal hours and they weren't there.

    Falafel Combo Platter $9.00
    EY L.

    Writing this review as I'm eating my order! I ordered the Falafel Combo Platter because I skipped breakfast and was starving by lunch time. The food was delicious. The hummus and hot sauce that went over the falafel, lettuce, onions, tomatoes, pita chips, etc. were amazing. The falafel themselves were soft on the inside with a slight crunch on the outside. The meal comes with a pita bread for you to dip into the sauces or build your own falafel sandwich. Service is quick. I think about 6-7 people were in front of me and after about 10 minutes, I was getting my order taken. Will definitely be making this food stand my regular lunch place!

    Falafel sandwich, a tad messy but SOOO good!
    Nisha P.

    Sam's Falafel is an vegetarian falafel spot in NYC! For just $7 you get a giant sandwich with freshly fried falafel, delicious eggplant, lettuce, tomato, tahini and hot sauce. It was reaaaally good and a great way to refuel during sightseeing! Such a unique find, an all vegetarian food cart :) Will definitely be back the next time I'm in the area!

    Falafel combo plate.
    Shaun S.

    I've been to NYC twice. The first time I was here I was told to get Falafel here. I did and let me tell you, the food is AMAZING! It is so fresh and clean and delicious. The guys running the stand at Liberty and Trinity and polite and can help you decide what to get. The 2nd time in NYC I had to get it again and was still impressed!

    Falafel sandwich the size of a small child $5.
    Monica D.

    It's not too often, especially in New York City that you can say you got the best, biggest and cheapest option but that's what you get when you come to this cart. I got a falafel pita with everything. He automatically adds eggplant so let him know if you don't want it. Just a wonderful super stuffed meal that will set you back only five dollars!

    Vera Németh N.

    One of the best falafel I've had in my life! Love this place, amazing food, huge portion for great price, I'd highly recommend to try and visit Sam's falafel

    Saucy
    Keilon L.

    Quick and Delicious are the only 2 words that matter in NYC at lunch time. This stand only exists to serve the lunch time crowd. I tried to stop by at 4pm one day and they were gone. Don't be deterred by a line of people 10 deep, the guys will cycle through it in 3-5 minutes. They're efficient like that. The falafels are large and amazing, plus they're only $5. You can't beat that price per value. On busy days they also drop a few freshly fried pita chips in your bag for you to snack on during that walk back to the office. Don't waste your time at the other carts. This one has the long line for a reason. Enjoy.

    Combo platter menu
    Dave F.

    Pretty good falafel. I came here for lunch a for weeks ago. Its in zuccotti park, near my favorite halal cart. I got the combo platter. It is listed as it comes with falafel, hummus, babaganoush, fried eggplant, salad, sauce, and pita. It came with most of that, but the fried eggplant and salad was replaced with fried piece of bread or basically chips, and some banana peppers. Overall, this falafel rivals others I've had in the past. I wasn't a fan of the extras that came with them, but could have been an off day. If you're a fan of falafel and in the area, definitely check this cart out.

    Combo platter.

    Excellent falafel, excellent combo platter for $9. I'll only finish about half and the other will be lunch tomorrow. Soda is just $1.

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    .......Great food. Family run small business. Fresh and good portions. Excellent salads. ..............

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    Only solid cart in the area. Friendly, yummy, quick, and good value. I've gotten the sandwiches and plates and both were very good.

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    Great falafel sandwich! Filled very generously and the pita chips made for a nice a crunchy addition to the meal

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    Very tasty falafel and friendly staff. At $10 for the platter and $8 for a sandwich solo, you can't go wrong. Will definitely be back!

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    Fresh, good, cheap and fast. Love Sam's. Can't really do better for $6 (and healthier)

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    Friendly service, delicious and large portions. No doubt will ad this to a regular lunch spotj

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    It had been a while since my dining companion and I visited our 'Happy Hummus Place' on 9th Avenue…read morein Hell's Kitchen. While we're making fewer trips into the city these days, our return for a pre-theater lunch proved that Hummus Kitchen hasn't missed a beat -- in fact, we both agreed that they've stepped up the entire experience. The Kosher Israeli food is fresher and tastier than ever. The Green Shakshuka off the Brunch menu was a standout, featuring a rich, spiced tomato sauce topped with fresh baby spinach and two perfectly poached eggs. A major highlight to me was the swap from the traditional pita bread to a mini challah bread for dipping. The bread's sweetness perfectly complemented the savory stew. We finished with Turkish coffees and the Kitchen Kadaif, which was absolutely incredible. It's hard to believe it's dairy-free with a combination of shredded phyllo, rich halva, and shredded coconut that's the perfect balance of texture and sweetness. The service was incredibly friendly and attentive without being overbearing, ensuring we were out with plenty of time for our show at Studio 54. If you're looking for an authentic Mediterranean hidden gem in Midtown, this remains a must-visit.

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