I love it here and me and my magnificent girlfriend were given free falafel while waiting 6 stars

I am a frequent regular at East Side pockets. Consistent value, great quality and the best hummus, falafels and pita chips around. Their chicken and salads are amazing as well. Don't forget a piece of baklava at the register. Pita bread is fantastic as well. The staff is great and food is prepared fast. Never long waits at East Side Pockets read more

East Side Pockets - Chicken kabob plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Great spot on Thayer to get my falafel fix. Light fluffy hot little circles of love. Tziziki and hummus with Syrian bread. The store is fast paced, sitting on Thayer in the midst of Brown University. The space is small. A few booths and window seats if you want to dine in, a table outside if you want to people watch. Worth the trouble to find parking! read more

East Side Pockets - Falafel. I ate two befor I remembered to take a photo!. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

What can I say- East Side Pockets is always a strong staple- simply the BEST! I highly recommend all of their wraps, particularly the combo of chicken and falafel, or gyro and falafel- both with everything. The chips are also fantastic and super fresh- I could eat here everyday! Fantastic service as well, there is often a line but it goes fast! Small space to eat inside or outside but when it's a nice day I like to take my food to a nearby park! read more

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Unbelievable Mediterranean food. I seek out these types of places but this is the best I've ever experienced. Got a Greek chicken veggie wrap and a falafel with hummus and all of it was super flavorful and cooked perfectly. Friendly staff as well and cultural music videos in the background. Total package. Highly recommend. read more

East Side Pockets - Storefront - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I'm back, and I'm arguably even more impressed! Place was popping for graduation all weekend and they delivered consistently amazing wraps (I came twice and ordered two different wraps). You're still getting incredible value and really great food. What a gem! read more

My husband is obsessed with this place. He gets a chicken, falafel salad, religiously such as simple menu choice but it's so so good. read more

East Side Pockets - Falafel Salad - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Went in on Saturday, and while Thayer Street changes, the one constant and wonderful place there is East Side Pockets. Food is always perfectly seasoned, large portions, friendly service, and great prices. I don't get there as often as I like, but definitely a rock star restaurant. Their chicken & tzatziki is my favorite & their spicy ketchup. read more

It's taken me a shamefully long time to dine here, but so glad I finally did! The food is so so fresh and everything is done so quickly. Don't even bother to order ahead because if you stop in, your food will be made to order and will be ready in about 2-3 minutes. I tried a falafel and chicken combo and it was so good. I ordered a gyro for dinner for later and that was great as well. There are a few booths and tables to dine in as well as a handful on Thayer street outside. It has a very casual vibe with music playing. No frills atmosphere and pretty self-serve. I loved it. I am looking forward to putting East Side Pockets in my regular rotation of food spots. read more

East Side Pockets - Baklava - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Good value, good food, and large servings! This is a good healthy alternative if you're on a budget and live in Providence. They also have baklava! There's a long line during peak lunch and dinner hours but it moves fast. Limited seating in the store but the food is packed to go anyway. This is a good go-to place for us since our Son is vegetarian and there's plenty of options at this place. Enjoy! read more

East Side Pockets - Beef Steak Kabob Plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I've been a huge fan of East Side Pockets; however, my last two visits have been very disappointing. I always order a chicken kebab wrap and not once but TWICE they forgot to put chicken in it. It's almost five dollars more for chicken in the wrap... that's unacceptable. My suggestion to everyone would be to check your take-out order before you leave. Their wraps have also been lazily prepared lately, leaking all over the place and making a mess. The falafel, hummus, and baklava were all amazing as usual. read more

East Side Pockets - Lahamajeen "Meat Pie" with hummus and Tzatziki - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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East Side Pockets is practically a Brown University institution at this point, serving up cheap Middle Eastern Eats on the university-adjacent, ever-popular Thayer Street since 1997! The restaurant exterior is unassuming, with pictures displaying some of their most popular dishes. The interior has a counter where you order, as well as several booth tables (although it seems that most people carry out). Since we were visiting during reunion weekend, the restaurant was packed on a Friday at 2pm, and we ended up waiting in line for our food (although it moved quickly, and they were giving out free samples of their falafel)! The menu is extensive, with options for everyone: from appetizers such as tabouleh, various dips, and kibbeh to pita wraps, salads, platters, and more, you can certainly find something to indulge in! Additionally, every menu category has options with different types of proteins, so if you're vegan, vegetarian, halal, kosher, etc., it's easy to customize your meal to your dietary preferences. There's nothing on the menu that exceeds $15, which is a steal in this day and age. We received our food within 5 minutes of ordering, despite how busy the restaurant was. You can see them prepping and assembling your food on the flat-top grill, showcasing how truly everything is made to order. Two members of our party ordered the Falafel Wrap ($9.03), which comes with "Hot sauce, Hummus, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, Hot Peppers, Pickles, Tabouleh, Tahini, Tzatziki." It's truly a monster of a wrap, with plenty of flavorful, crispy falafel, fresh vegetables, and a pillowy pita wrap. We also ordered their French Fries ($6.48) to share - it comes with a mountain of crispy fries that are perfect to pair with the plethora of fresh dips that they offer. I ordered their From the Grill Salad ($12.04), which is Greek salad with your choice of chicken kabob, gyro, kafta, or beef steak. I opted for the chicken kabob, and it came with 3 huge pieces of chicken breast atop fresh romaine lettuce with tomatoes, onions, banana peppers, pickles, black olives, tabouleh, and feta cheese. All of the vegetables tasted fresh and delicious, and the feta cheese really adds a nice tangy acidity. The chicken breast was tender and well-seasoned, and the three dips on the side (hummus, tahini, and tzatziki) were perfect as dressings and/or dips. I particularly enjoyed the smooth nuttiness of both the hummus and tahini (which was a bit thinner), and the tangy, refreshing quality of the tzatziki. This was a huge salad that kept me full for hours on end. Overall, it's easy to see why East Side Pockets has been a Brown institution for years: the large portions of delicious, affordable food and fast service makes this a college student's dream, and we'll certainly be returning if we're ever back in the area! read more

East Side Pockets - From the Grill Salad ($12.04), Greek salad with chicken kabob, romaine, tomatoes, onions, banana peppers, pickles, olives, tabouleh, feta - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Great spot for some Mediterranean fare. The Combo Chicken Kabob and Kafta Kabob wrap I got was chunky and quite a steal for $13! Both meats were succulent and had a delicious charred flavor. The other wrap ingredients looked and tasted fresh too. It was good enough for two meals! Easily recommend! read more

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Ordered takeout, good food, friendly and fast service. Would def like to try more from the menu. read more

East Side Pockets - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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I had heard incredible things about this place, so I decided to stop in for lunch. They offered a sample of falafel and hummus while I waited for my food, and it was delicious. However, the hot sauce was just ketchup with added spices. I hate ketchup, and it was not hot sauce like I paid for. It was in the wrap as well, so it made it not my favorite. Definitely ask for no hot sauce, even if you like spicy food. It is not spicy, and it is just ketchup. Total waste of money! read more

East Side Pockets - Falafel wrap and fries - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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My partner and I got a falafel wrap and gyro wrap - TASTE: 5/5 - loved all of the offered toppings together, especially the hummus and tabouleh's parsley and tomatoes; the toppings took both wraps to the next level. The gyro wrap's Greek-style gyro meat was seasoned so well, very tasty! TEXTURE: 4/5 - enjoyed the combo of chewy wrap, fresh toppings, and crisp falafel. Wish the food came out slightly warmer though PRICE: 4/5 - reasonable menu with most entrees at only ~$10 SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - came hungry and left lunch satisfied SERVICE: 4/5 - walked in at 12:15pm on a Sunday and beat the rush; place filled up right after we sat down. Our food started coming out 5min after ordering ATMOSPHERE: 3/5 - a dated space, but lots of colorful Middle Eastern photos by the booths and good for a quick solo bite or w a small group PARKING: 4/5 - a handful of street spots were open on Thayer St read more

East Side Pockets - Falafel wrap - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

One of the best healthy restaurants in providence! I come here everyday for lunch and it doesn't disappoint. Everybody is super friendly.

Oh so yummy!! This is my fiancés (and sister's) favorite spot in Providence. The food is always so fresh, there are plenty of options and customizations, and so budget friendly!! The grilled chicken tastes so great with the grill marks and massive portions. I love how custom you can make your plate or gyro and with all the fresh veggies, makes it tastes even healthier. Wish we had an East Side Pockets near home! Also the back lava is heavenly and very inexpensive. 5 stars all around! read more

East Side Pockets - Grilled Chicken plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Falafel salad, falafel wrap and chicken wraps are always great. It's one of our favorites!

Finding this place meant trouble... I can't get enough! This Middle Eastern spot on Thayer St means absolutely everything to me. From being my first date spot to changing my salad standards, the portions, flavors and exceptionally quick/kind service make East Side Pockets a place I want to share with my world (but also gatekeep a bit, LOL). Leaving my obsession with CRAZY GOOD salads aside, they truly deserve the spotlight, love and support for whipping up such good food. Did you know I love the salads? Yeah, okay, you probably got that by now.  The combo salad is always my go-to, minus the tomatoes but add gyro and beef steak as my two options over the Greek salad. Hot peppers and pickles give this salad an extra kick, with tahini adding that next-level depth. I truly believe this salad is for meat lovers who need to pack in their veggies - they are very generous with the portions, and sometimes it feels like I'm having two bowls of greens. The prices are very affordable, and we love to splurge on the falafel. Every now and then they'll let us sample a hot one, and we get reeled in and reminded by how incredible they are - especially with hummus. Overall, I love East Side Pockets for how extensive their menu is - they know what they're doing, just like you know what you're doing for food after reading this! ;) read more

A classic and still the way I remember it from a long time ago! The setup is right there when you walk in. I'd go for one of the wraps - grilled chicken, 3 nice pieces hot off the grill - or falafel, straight outta the fryer, right into your sandwich. The toppings are all right there in front of you, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, hummus, b. peppers, feta, and the hot sauce among others. It's a great sandwich served up fast and fresh. If you are new, or need time to decide, let them know, because otherwise the sandwich maker goes to town! I think they have salads too but to be honest I haven't branched out from the old reliable and amazing wraps they make. read more

Ordered catering for a graduation party. The whole process was smooth and easy. I got WAY TOO MUCH but thats a me problem and I have not been sad eating leftover chicken, falafel, hummus and pita bread all week. Reviews from guests echoed what I already felt about the food at East Side Pockets. Hummus was amazing, people who didn't LOVE hummus were telling me that they did love this, it was delicious, they took home leftovers. Falafel - my sister told me she doesn't normally love falafel but she said she could have eaten these all day. I guess some people think falafel can be dry - and the feedback was they didn't think the falafel from east side pockets were dry. Paul and his team were great and easy to communicate with. They called day of to reconfirm the food, they emailed me the next day to ask how it all went. It was a hit. read more

This is definitely one of my favorite late-night spots. I got served a beef and steak kebab wrap which is delicious, and my girl loves the Greek salad there. We say "Bon bagay!", good stuff! read more

East Side Pockets - Beef Steak Kabab Wrap and Greek Salad - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Amazing food! The line is always out the door but moves quickly. My go to for 20 years has been a "falafel with everything" sooooo good! read more

East Side Pockets - Falafel Wrap - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I first visited this place before I moved to Rhode Island and thought it was good but I really discovered my love for East Side Pockets this past Summer. Through the course of a week I went here 5 times. I've tried all of the types meats in their protein "wraps" minus one- the beef steak- next on my list. I get the wraps with 'everything' and sometimes add feta. My favorite wraps that I've tried in order are: 1) chicken falafel wrap 2) gyro falafel wrap 3) gyro wrap 4) kafta wrap The line can sometimes get long but moves fast. You can order online in advance but I believe there is a small service fee. There is a small interior to eat with a clean bathroom for customers. You can't go wrong at the classic East Side Pockets known for one of the best falafel in town! read more

First time visitor and was impressed by it all.. we were given falafel samples while we waited in line, yum! They made our food fresh as we ordered, ordering the combo, chicken and falafel. It was delicious and the portions were great! The falafel was left out of my wrap, but they remedied the mix-up by giving me a side order of 6pc of falafel w/hummus and tzatziki. Would definitely visit again! read more

East Side Pockets - Combo wrap/ chicken and falafel (not the prettiest picture, but so TASTY) - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Good food and excellent service. not to mention the relaxing atmosphere. cool peeps who are in the are.

The best falafel I've had! It's full of flavor and packed with fresh veggies and crunchy pickles. One thing I hate is a dry falafel and theirs is always full of creamy white sauce and the most delicious sweet and slightly spicy hot sauce. You gotta try it! They also have mezze plates, soups, salads and a great chicken kebab, among other things! read more

If you haven't been to East Side Pockets on Thayer Street yet... what are you even doing with your life? This place is legendary. I went with the Chicken Falafel Wrap with the works and WOW. It's loaded, it's messy (in the best way), and every single bite had me questioning why I don't eat here every day. Fresh, flavorful, and honestly the kind of food that makes you instantly happy. Pro tip: Don't leave without trying Mama's Special Hot Sauce. It's fiery, it's bold, and it will change your life (or at least your taste buds). Just pace yourself--this isn't your average hot sauce! East Side Pockets is the perfect combo of fast, affordable, and insanely good. Late night, lunch, whatever--you really can't go wrong. Providence classic, 10/10 would recommend. read more

East side pockets is a Thayer street staple and a must go when you're visiting. They have real god food options but the one I always order is the gyros! This is a super tasty and delicious wrap that is very affordable. The service is quick and reliable. The eating and seating area is small but works if it's not busy. Most people on Thayer street seem to take their food to go anyways. A solid place to visit for a reliable meal read more

East Side Pockets - Gyro Wrap (Halal ) - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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I love this place..been coming here for years....also used to work here back in the day lol not biased at all! Hahah but they have one of the best falafel wraps. I usually get it with everything on it except sour ass pickles (I do like pickles...but I like them alone...not on my food). Also! You got to ask for their hottest sauce there. For the not too daring, just ask for it on the side. But that sauce is woooow...gets your scalp steamy! Its Healthy and delicious. There's also some seating so you got room. The staff is nice and really quick. Def recommend! read more

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Good - not great spot for Middle Eastern food. Open late night. Good customer service. Would return for some late night grub. read more

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Succulent, flavorful, and filling chicken kabob wraps that always hit the spot! We also love the falafel wraps that are cooked to perfection - crispy without being oily with plenty of spices. With wraps ranging from $9-12, it doesn't get much better than this. You're getting a great meal at a great price! Great thing to eat on the go, but they also have tables inside in case you can't wait to devour your food. Staff is always efficient, and one time we went they even gave us some falafel with hummus to try! So sweet, so yummy, so dangerously addicted to East Side Pockets! Eat here to your heart's content! read more

East Side Pockets - Chicken Kabob Wrap (Halal ) - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Just great good So good and great fafal donuts. Tell them what you want. I find the food fresh but they really just like you to order what on the menu. Not sure what is on TV but not loving it.Why are the bathrooms locked so customers can use it? But all and all they do make a good Tabouli read more

East Side Pockets - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Best falafel in the state. Arabic style. 10/10 Have only tried that and maybe a little dry ass piece of dessert. I just wish they had shawarma. That is all. read more

Everything was perfect about East Side Pockets: ease of getting wraps made, customer service (they gave us extra felafel as we waited), and the high quality of the wraps and food. Flawless execution. read more

Chicken and falafel pockets are the best Ive ever had! Tough to beat this place with speed and quality. Service is friendly and fast. Place is like an old dairy queen. Welcoming vibe. read more

I have been around the world and am back where I grew up outside Providence and this place has the most authentic delicious Middle Eastern food I've ever had. Service is always professional and courteous whether dining in or picking up and the ambiance is relaxed and perfect for enjoying their delicious food. I always get the falafel salad or wrap and it has never disappointed me once in 45 years! read more

These folks are true professionals. I kept an eye on the line & the service the whole time I was in the store (less than 10 minutes) & couldn't believe how quickly & deftly they moved the line along & sent out orders. The store had good energy, too. The staff was very friendly & seemed to be having, maybe, just a little bit of fun behind the counter. I love to see it. The falafel was, without a doubt, the best falafel I've ever had in my life. THANK YOU for making them gluten-free! I can't wait to come back for them. I also got a gyro salad, since there was no GF wrap option & therefore I couldn't get a classic gyro sandwich. I was a bit bummed about that. The salad was fine. The falafel was the real star of the show. Thanks, East Side Pockets. I'm going to buy you out of falafel now. read more

East Side Pockets - Storefront - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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The food was STEAMING! Wow! I mean I honestly did not expect to be as good as it was. The falafel and chicken was FRESH off the oven/stove and man it was delicious. Definitely recommend this place. Fast, efficient, and tasty. Make sure to get all the side sauces because wow oh wow. read more

East Side Pockets - Falafel Plate Combo Plate Chicken Kabob Plate (Halal ) - Middle Eastern Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island