In town for work and looked for a quick bite near my hotel and MY GOD I'm so happy I picked Falafel…read moreCorner. I got the chicken wrap and the pita and hummus. Both tasted incredible and were such a value for the price. I'm legitimately sad I don't live here so I can't eat here all the time. I'm literally about to go back for my second meal in a row. 10/10, 5 stars, No Notes.

Their Falafel's Have Lost Their Luster For Me…read more SITREP I live in Midtown on the border of East Sacramento (near Bus 80 and Alhambra, but closer to 29th), and often have to travel the Sac Buslines or Lightrail to get from that border down to the Downtown area. The Falafel Corner was once an enjoyable stop on an itinerary of Downtown treks when the I need to conduct business downtown. I would not normally travel to it UNLESS I had at least one or two errands in the area. But when I DID have a Downtown-trek planned, I always very much looked forward to a stop at the Falafel Corner. THE SETUP My "go-to" dish for my "to-go" lunch cravings was mostly the "Falafel Wrap", a delish Mediterranean flour wrap filled three (3) substantial sized deep-fried Falafel medallions with lettuce, tahini sauce and other yummy spicy ingredients. Sometimes I'd get a Gyro, but not my favorite item at this spot - but a side of Dolmas was always nice along with the falafel wrap - or sometimes just the Dolmas! I'd average a stop here almost once a month - almost commensurate with pay day when I would traffic to my nearest Credit Union ATM machine (none close by in Midtown since they closed the one @ 23rd & K) and grab some cash for the month, at the ATM just 2 blocks away from the Falafel Corner. DISAPPOINTMENT Well, today I stopped to get my lunchtime Falafel Wrap and when I checked the Falafel and unwrapped it to add more spice, the two inside medallions were much smaller now, and they tasted qualitative inferior to the large medallion that they sneakily put at the top so it was the medallion that actually peeks out from the wrap. You wouldn't notice the 2 smaller falafel medallions unless you opened the wrap. This feels purpose, sneaky and bad intent since every falafel wrap in the past were the same three (3) higher quality tasting large medallions. THE LOWDOWN I am no longer enthusiastically recommending the falafel wrap at this spot. I might still get it once in a blue moon, especially if I make clear I'll only get it if I get the 3 better tasting larger falafel medallions in my wrap.

Happened to stumble upon this place while in the area. Not in the best shape or part of downtown,…read morebut definitely a rundown hole in the wall. Greeted by staff right away and welcomed with informing us there are photos to look at on the wall. Ordered two chicken bowls, mild, and it was delicious! Brought it out to us since we were eating there. Plenty of cucumbers mixed in with the sauce so it was healthy and tasted great with everything mixed together. Definitely would come back again.

This is a decent place for casual Mediterranean food. It is a hole in the wall and the building is…read morepretty run down, but clean. The food was pretty good. The chicken was well cooked and well seasoned, and the gyro was even better! My husband had the gyro wrap and said it was delicious! It came with fries and I was impressed with how crispy and well seasoned they were. I got the Greek salad and added chicken. The Greek salad was pretty basic, and had almost as much cucumber as lettuce. It came with tahini sauce and chutney sauce. The sauces were fine, but neither were particularly flavorful. This could have benefited from a lemon vinaigrette. We also had the pita bread and hummus plate. The pita was fresh and soft, but the hummus was unfortunately pretty flavorless. I think the meat here was good, but all the accompaniments need a lot of seasoning work. Also, they don't have a soda machine or ice, it's only canned sodas. The employees were super friendly though!!! Also the portions were generous for a very good price!

4yrs vegetarian...this place is GoodT!!! Great source for protein! One of my fav spots in Natomas.read more

We don't really do reviews but was so offended by this meal just had too haha…read more Purchased 2 lamb bowls and it was, no exaggeration, filled to the top with rice, a teaspoon of diced tomato, and no kidding 2 tablespoons spoons of lamb. Opening it at home my husband and I were so offended it was borderline hilarious hahaha. I ate the protein in 2 bites and husband ate in one bite - then straight to the trash. I didn't pay for just a bowl of dried rice.

This location of Falafel Corner is truly special…read more Ammar, who was running the entire shop, is an excellent chef. He added a great balance of spices along with ranch sauce to my two chicken shawarma platters, and the result was outstanding. The chicken was moist, tender, and perfectly spiced, with a bold flavor that stood out immediately. The rice was cooked just right, the hummus was incredibly smooth and creamy, and the pita bread came out fresh, hot, and soft--almost doughy in the best way possible. The extra ranch sauce on top of the shawarma was the perfect finishing touch and really elevated the dish. Beyond the food, the experience itself stood out. The location was very clean, and I had a great conversation with Ammar, who is finishing college and was extremely hospitable. On a rainy Saturday, this was exactly the kind of welcoming, high-quality experience you hope for. I will definitely be coming back to this Falafel Corner location again and again.

Just give me some rice, marinated meat, some hummus, and I'm a happy boy. I would say this combo is…read moremy go to comfort take out. As you can imagine, there are a plethora of restaurants that offer this meal, so I think it's important to sort out the good ones - and this is one. Nothing was overdone. The rice was colorful and soft. The meat was tender. It came with two sauces: a light yogurt sauce and another sauce that was very tangy. The hummus was very smooth and creamy. Mix it all together, and you get something very delicious with each bite. This was a takeout order, so I cannot comment too much on service or ambience. One of the cons to my meal is related to the DoorDash interface. As someone who likes to add heat to their meal, this was not present on the DoorDash in her interface. Can someone from falafel corner comment on this? If I want to make the spicy, do I have to put that in the comments? Is there an option in store to do that? In my opinion, that was the biggest thing holding this meal back. Also wish that the pita was a little more fresh and well kept. In terms of packaging it was simply put in a small paper container like the one that holds your fries at McDonald's. I know that's a small detail, but sometimes a nice piece of warm, fresh pita can make a difference.

I came here for the first time while on a lunch break. The falafel wrap with fries was very tasty…read more In fact, I asked the guy working there how the falafel was as I had been to other falafel places and the falafel at times is either hard and chewy. He gave me a sample to try and I was grateful for it. The falafel wrap was tasty, soft and not too salty. The fries were also freshly made. The establishment looked like it was a former Subway sandwich place with the well-known "vegetable image" on the side of the counter. I also wish they provided the sauces is a plastic bottle like other falafel places do. The ambiance was clean, and comfortable. My experience was positive, the prices were reasonable and I would recommend coming here for some falafels.

Felt exhausted and didn't want to cook, so I searched for the nearest gyro place not expecting…read moremuch. It's such a great feeling when the food turns out absolutely stellar! The combination platter (gyro and chicken shawarma) packs a savory punch. Sacramento has no shortage of restaurants selling such a ubiquitous dish, but Mr Falafel has its own unique signature on it. The side hummus stands out the most -- smooth texture and visually appealing while still maintaining a subtle, rich taste. Decent value for the platter and complimentary pita at ~$20.50 pre-tip. It also helps that the owner seems like a stand up guy. Will 100% revisit in the future!

Great place for a gyro or shawarma. One of the few places around town where I can always get really…read moregood lamb. And I do, every time. The lamb gyro is great, the lamb shawarma is great, and the lamb plate is great. My wife always get the chicken shawarma, and she says its great too. The space is a bit run down, but the folks are very friendly and helpful. Would love to see a soda fountain instead of canned drinks, but I get it.

Came here for a quick bite to eat lunch. I ordered the spicy chicken gyro with fries and a drink…read more The food was served hot to order and was delicious! The redness of the chicken scared me at first since I like spice but not inferno hot but it wasn't. Perfect amount of spice and favor. The service was really good and quick too! I would definitely come back again.

I ordered the Lamb Platter. Food was fresh and delicious and made to order. The person who took and…read moremade my order was kind and professional. Would recommend stopping by for food here if you get the chance ! (Also prices are relatively fair for how much you get.)

I foresee this halal food truck becoming a go-to for me. I dropped by for the Habibi's Gyro while…read morestrolling the outskirts of DOCO; it tastes less oily than the wraps from nearby halal shops. For $15, it's a little smaller than I expected but not enough to discourage me from returning. I would've appreciated a side of fries or extra pita for that price though. Expect a 5-10 minute turnaround on a typical late afternoon. The platters are similarly priced to the gyros but appear much larger in the photos. I'll get one of those next time and report back.

Staying at the grand sheraton and across the street is this place. I immediately planned on getting…read morefood from here, rice and meat sounds delicious. I ordered at the counter and chose the rice and lamb to go. The lamb was gyro style I think, although it's a little different from any gyro I've had before. Usually they're more crispy or thinly shaved, but this one is more cubed. I asked for the spicy sauce on the side. Food was good, definitely hit the spot. It came with some salad too (lettuce, tomatoes, onions). It's a very well balanced dish. Rice was cooked well too. Service was pretty efficient and fast. It wasn't busy when I went on a weekday afternoon.

Wow! So much better than i expected! I ordered the spicy chicken over rice plate. The chicken was…read moreso tender it melted in my mouth! The flavor was so delicious too! It also came with a small side salad which was tasty. Definitely a fan of this place now and will be back. Highly recommend!

food and service was fantastic! I ordered gormeh sabzi which came with saffron rice and tahdigread more

Maydoon is one of my favorite date-night spots whenever I'm in Sacramento. The atmosphere is warm…read moreand inviting, the staff provides great service, and the overall vibe makes it a perfect place to enjoy a relaxed evening together. Our go-to order is the chicken and beef koobideh, along with the dip trio featuring kashk-e bademjan and mast-o-khiar. The kabobs are consistently juicy, tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The kashk-e bademjan is especially good--it is rich, smooth, and practically melts in your mouth. Everything tastes fresh, and our usual dishes have never disappointed us. The restaurant is also located in a good area, although parking can be a little challenging depending on when you arrive. That small inconvenience is worth it for the quality of the food, attentive service, and enjoyable atmosphere. I highly recommend Maydoon for a date night or anyone looking for fresh, flavorful Persian food in Sacramento.

I haven't been here since before the pandemic but decided to try them again while I was downtown…read more I was able to try their happy hour menu and man was it good. I tried their Greek fries, triple dip and souvlaki. All of these dishes were excellent. The service was good albeit a little on the slower side in my opinion to receive my food considering it was pretty dead and quiet when I ordered. Luckily I wasn't in a rush and honestly the freshness was worth the slightly longer wait than I'm used to elsewhere. The ambiance is alright but I honestly don't think ambiance really matters for a fast casual place like this. They had Greek music playing which added to the restaurant's theme. Normally I'm not in the downtown area on weekdays for happy hour but I'm glad I had the opportunity to try it today. I'll definitely have to come back.

Menu has lots of options, but I chose the veggie souvlaki. While good, the sauce felt a little too…read morebland. Food was pretty fresh, and jt was served somewhat promptly. Ambiance is decorated with pretty Greek art. Seating is limited, though.