I've going their since 2024, I highly recommend this place in Hayward CA. Parking is very accessible. The food quality is amazing and I like that is Halal. I love their cheeseburger, fries and buffalo wings and their chicken, Gyro wrap. read more

Cool spacious and airy space with solid Middle East eats. I've driven past many times but finally just checked them out recently. Crazy ambitious menu with pizza, burgers, wings, kabobs, wraps and many Mid East favs like falafels, dolmas, gyro and babaghanoush. I only tried a couple of items, so I do need to try a few more things eventually. Order at the counter and food will get brought out. Seems like a place popular for take-out/deliveries. On a casual lunch I was impressed by the diversity in the place, as it is downtown Hayward. Young, old and cultural garb from several cultures spotted. Service at the register was friendly, dude gave off ownership vibes. Falafel Wrap ($11/4*) Very fresh and satsifying wrap. Big, soft and puffy pita bread is filled to the brim with fresh salad-like veggies. Chopped lettuce, tomato, onions and a couple of pickled items. Stuffed also with a decent amount of fat disk of falafel and a good dousing of tahini sauce. I loved the bites for the most part as I was full without feeling weighed down for the lunch hours. The falafels had good flavor but just didn't seem as crisp as I usually prefer, didn't seem fresh out of the fryer, which the places that are known for this definitely do. I especially liked the bites more when a pickled veggie entered the bite, so I should have ordered extra...next time. Beef Kabobs ($25/4*) Got this for take-out and it was still good hours later after a reheat. Beef is in small cubes and cooked pretty well done. A bit dry but at least it was flavorful. Definitely taste more Afghan in spicing/marinade, pretty bold with lots of garlic and herbs. De Afghanan out here in the east bay is the gold standard for these types of kabobs and those are cut into bigger chunks and are juicier by a lot. Kabob plates comes with a good amount of seasoned basmati rice, a pita bread, a small green salad and a small scoop of hummus. Even tho $25 seems a bit pricey, there is enough food to justify the price. I was able to make 1.5 meals out of it with a good dinner and a small work lunch. I actually want to try a pizza here and definitely a lamb kabob. I hang out in this downtown area often, so great having another casual option in my back pocket. Yeah Buddy!! read more

Falafel Flare - Falafel Wrap - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

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I was in there area and saw this restaurant and went in to check it out. It's spacious inside with lots of seating. We ordered the chicken and lamb plate with a side of falafel. The chicken was quite dry. I also wasn't expected the sauce on the falafel. I have to say it was all quite pricey compared to other places I've been to, but still good. Service was good. We ordered and were old it would take 15 mins. Plenty of parking available too. read more

Falafel Flare - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

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Falafel Flare was great. Got the combo platter for $21.99 - comes w/ a choice of 3 proteins: falafel, chicken, or beef. I did the falafel + chicken and it was super tasty. Falafel was moist, flavorful, solid 8/10. The chicken - first off looked amazing, like deep red and heavily seasoned, def eye-catching. It was a little dry but the sauces on the side made up for it, added some moisture + extra flavor boost. Rice was excellent and pita was soft and fluffy, really good. Next time I'm back I think I'd try a wrap - that buttery fluffy pita w/ chicken and all the veggies sounds fire. Side note: the hot sauce and garlic sauce were both delicious , but didn't really care for the one w/ sumac. Kinda tasted pungent like blue cheese or green olives... not my thing. Just a heads up. Overall, solid spot and I'll be back. read more

Falafel Flare - Combo Platter / falafel and chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

Excellent gyro. I loved it. Nice folks. Big size and fresh ingredients. The hot sauce exploded when I tried to use it and went all over me

Habibi this place is halal! I've been to falafel flare a few times now and they are always consistent! I really like the combo plate here. It's really good, flavorful, fresh and filling. The Greek salad is really yummy and fresh too! The staff always has my food ready quickly as they are very efficient. The interior is spacious and clean so I always sit down and enjoy my meal. If you check in through Yelp, they give you a free baklava dessert, a sweet little treat!! Overall, I've always had a great experience here and will be back. read more

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We ordered two chicken wraps, an order of fries, and a medium pepperoni pizza. The place is super welcoming, clean, and really cute inside. It was my first time, and I was pleasantly surprised by how much space they have, plus a TV if you want to hang out. The staff was awesome, friendly and attentive. The cashier was even serving tables and still did a great job. Now for the food: the chicken wrap is so good honestly one of the best I've had. Fries were solid, nothing fancy but tasty. The pizza toppings were good and great sauce, but the crust was a little cardboardish. Luckily, that one was for the kids, and they didn't mind. Overall, it's a great spot for a quick bite that won't break the bank, with food that hits the spot and service that makes you want to come back. read more

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Absolutely delicious. Everything tastes fresh, obviously created by someone who knows their food! Every bite is a treat. Every single condiment--may it be pickle or garlic sauce or tahini sauce--perfectly matches the protein it's complementing. I know that we'll be coming back. Parking is hard though. read more

Falafel Flare - Falafel wrap (with everything) and gyro wrap (with everything) -- just perfect - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

I've been looking for a falafel place that does the crunchy exterior/moist interior contrast well and until now hadn't found one. Either the falafel will be dry throughout, or it's not dry but the outer shell isn't that crunchy. My search has ended at Falafel Flare. Best falafel I've had in the East Bay! Very crunchy exterior contrasted with a moist pillowy interior, perfectly seasoned, not oily or salty. A side of falafel is currently $5.99 and it comes with five pieces. I also really liked their fries but I think those who prefer saltier fries may find these a bit bland. For me they were fried perfectly and came piping hot. I sometimes feel sick to my stomach after eating deep fried foods, but did not experience that here. Very spacious interior, lots of tables, outdoor seating. Courteous customer service. Love that it's right by the library so you can reward yourself after a study session. read more

Falafel Flare - falafel - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

Chicken falafel, hummus with pita, dubai chocolate. Pretty good. Just note some of the combo kebab items take 20 mins to make

Falafel Flare was really good. I ordered the gyro salad and honestly, it might be the best one I've had. The gyro meat had that perfect slightly crispy edge I love, and everything tasted super fresh. The portions were solid, prices were fair, and they've got their own parking lot which made things easy. I ordered in person and my food was ready in like five minutes. The staff was friendly too. I'll definitely be back. read more

Falafel Flare - Gyro salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

This is a nice large halal restaurant with some really great food. The decor is basic and simple, and they have a few TV's up to keep you occupied, but they don't really show anything current. I assume they don't have cable or a satellite because they typically just play old YouTube videos. The service is relatively quick. Kababs can take a little bit of time. Pricing is so-so. It's always going to be a little higher at a halal restaurant because their meat costs tend to be higher. The flavors are there! Good spices on the kababs, the hummus was not overly spiced, and a nice light vinaigrette on the salad. The only thing I hate is that they give you plasticware. That part is such a turn off! If you order the wrap, burger, or pizza, obviously, you don't have to worry about it, but when you order a plate, you want to be able to utilize substantial silverware! They also don't offer complimentary water! These are downfalls considering how much you're paying for the food! The food itself is solid! Order to go so you can use actual spoons, forks, and knives at home! My rating would of been higher if it wasn't for these two things. Kind of a big deal to me! read more

Falafel Flare - Menu board - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

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This place is a really good go-to meal for me. I am a creature of habit, almost always ordering the chicken wrap meal. The meat is so well season and cooked, so flavorful. The veggies always feel fresh and the fries crispy. (I have found the fries to be soggy if you take them to go). The service is really quick and they do have an online order and pick up option. They make it after you order so the food always come out fresh. They have plenty of seating inside and some tables even get a nice peak of natural light. They also have a parking lot off of Mission which is so nice and makes for an easy dining experience. Love this place. Such a good addition to Hayward! read more

had chicken salad this time was a little dry, you would think a $17.0 0 salad would come with a cup of salad dressing or yogurt? Trying Ghazni next. read more

3.5 stars Falafel Flare is attached to the Middle Eastern Rummi Mart and offers a menu of kebabs, wraps, falafel, and a few fusion items like burgers and pizza. Given the name of the restaurant, my pick was the Falafel Platter, which came with five dry, crunchy falafel balls along with hummus, pita bread, and a simple salad of lettuce, cucumbers, and tomatoes, served with a variety of colorful sauces including Italian salad dressing, spicy red chili sauce, tzatziki, pickle relish. and aioli. I also tried the Chicken Kabab, which had a bright red color from the spice mixture but was incredibly dry and overcooked. Overall, this was a decent enough place to stop for a casual meal in a clean setting, but the food wasn't the best I've had. read more

Falafel Flare - Chicken Kebab, Falafel Platter - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

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I got a take out from this place and it was pretty good. Not your traditional shawarma wrap. This one is dipped in their sauce which is not spicy as it looks but adds ton of flavor. It's was $14 and fills you up, they don't skimp on the chicken. I would go back and try the chicken kebab platter. The person there said it takes time to cook (20mins) and I was rushing. read more

Falafel Flare - Chicken shawarma wrap - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

Gyro platter is great and honestly can be split between two people if you want a lighter meal without feeling stuffed. If you really hungry or have a big appetite, it's plenty of food for one. Meat is tender and well seasoned. My only gripe is the to go container is so soft when ordering DoorDash. You have to be careful or else half your meal will fall straight into the bag or on the floor. Otherwise the food is prepped and ready super quick. If you dine in, they have a nice indoor dining area and plenty of seating. read more

Got delivery so can't speak to the direct service or ambiance of the place. The food arrived earlier than expected and was flavourful. The wraps are sold separate from the sides and all items can be pretty pricey when ordering online. Might be better to order from the restaurant directly. read more

Falafel Flare - Baba Ganoush & dolmas - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

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Chicken plate 4/5 - this wasn't my favorite.. chicken was pretty dry and I had to dunk it in hummus and the sauce to make it better. Portion size was good tho and I left very full. The salad was a nice side but I wish they had tabouleh Came on a Saturday afternoon and they weren't too busy. Food took a while to come out tho. Parked in the structure for free right across the street which was super convenient. read more

Falafel Flare - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

Always great when we get our meal here. The service is great and everyone is polite. Love the froyos

We came here on a weekday and although we were the only customers there when we got there, the place got pretty full throughout the noon hour. My partner ordered the gyro wrap and the baklava and I ordered the falafel burger with fries. We liked everything we ordered except maybe the baklava, which was not as crispy and fresh as it could have been. But the veggie burger patty is pretty much a falafel patty that has a lot of flavor although admittedly a little bit salty. I wish they would have mentioned the jalapeños in the burger, which I found to be a bit much. The fries were fresh and made to order. My partner said that his gyro was very fresh -- the meat had a lot of flavor while the pita was fluffy. It's clear they put a lot of care into their food. A plus is that they have a dedicated parking lot close to a bakery and small grocery store. We would definitely return. read more

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Can't go wrong with their chicken salad, chicken wrap, or falafels. The service is fast and friendly! I've been going here for about two years now since working in the area, the taste of the food has only improved and is proven by how many more patrons go there to eat. read more

Falafel Flare - Chicken wrap, they do not skimp on the meat. - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

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Food was delicious and customer service was good. I think the price is also fair as serving size is big and has a good variety for a balanced meal. I got the falafel platter and would get it again! read more

Falafel Flare - Falafel Platter - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

Came here again yesterday and got the chicken platter which is my favorite. Again, they are friendly, clean, and consistently good with the food. This continues to be one of my go to spots when I eat out for lunch. One of the best spots in Hayward! read more

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I can't believe this place exists in Hayward because it now rivals my number one for Mediterranean in the East Bay. First off, a few tips and then we'll get into the meal. The very first tip is, there is no street parking but there are open and public lots that are located with big blue signs with numbers on it. (EX. Lot 7) Keep an eye for these public parking lots or else you'll be circling the blocks multiple times due to the amount of one way streets surrounding the restaurant. There is one directly next to it and one on the opposite side of the street in a public garage. The second tip is, if you have a yelp account to check in for a free tiny treat. You get a delicious little baklava of your choosing. Now let's talk about space. This place is huge with ample amount of seating. It was sad seeing how empty it was during peak lunch time with so much seating available. But the space is nice and it is extremely clean. The owners do such a good job maintaining this place. As for service, the cashier was very kind and very accommodating. Had great recommendations and gave us a perfectly time estimate of 15-20 mins for our food to come out. Definitely come before you're hangry. Last but not least, the food. My God it smelt delicioussss. You were hit with the smell of how floral the rice was and then smacked with the spices on the meat. My girlfriend got the beef and I got the lamb kebab entrees. We were told it was small enough for one person but honestly we could had split it for the amount of food we were given. Out of the two plates we both agreed the beef was better and amazingly tender. To top it off their hummus, pita bread, and dill yogurt were extremely flavorful. Every sauce worked harmoniously together and complimented each other. You could easily eat it alone or mix it all in. Please give this shop a stop on your way to or through Hayward. You would not be disappointed at all. read more

Food is Authentic and Very Good! The owner is always welcoming. Service is Excellent. read more

Falafel Flare - Food - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

It was our first time to eat at this place! The service was much to be desired. You have to order at their counter. The food was in to go boxes. It sat on the counter for a good 10 minutes before it was brought to us. The food was delicious, I had a beef kabob with basmati rice and a salad. The chicken kabob my friend had was a bit dry, and my other friend had a lamb gyro which was also delicious. The restaurante was very nice and clean. The ambiance was inviting. The staff was just nice but not inviting. I was disappointed with the service. Other customers got their meal plated. Next time I will definitely request to have my food plated and not in a to go box. read more

Absolutely obsessed with the chapli kebab here! Every time I'm in the area I make sure to stop by. Huge portions, tasty food, and friendly staff read more

Consistently great tasting food, clean and welcoming dining area, along with exceptional service has me visiting Falafel Flare Hayward multiple times a week! read more

Falafel Flare - Chicken wrap meal and a pistachio baklava - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

I ordered a falafel wrap. It was delicious. The falafel were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The ingredients were fresh and the wrap was a decent size. The interior of the restaurant is large, bright and clean. Service was excellent and the food was prepared quickly. There's a parking lot adjacent to the restaurant. Highly recommended. read more

Great food! fantastic Lamb Wraps, I recommend trying. been looking for a good mediteranian wraps. this is one I can say you will come back, yhey have lots of different stuff on their menu as well I think is worth trying! read more

Falafel Flare - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

Got the double cheeseburger by itself no tomatoes/pickles/fries. 'Twas amazing. Great option for dinner after the gym. read more

Falafel Flare - Double cheeseburger no pickles/tomatoes. - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

Tried this place for the first time today and food was delicious! Really good sized portions and flavorful food. Staff was friendly and place was really clean. Only downside was no self-serve water station for water cups, so if you want more water you need to bring it up to the register. Otherwise, great place to try! read more

10/10 meal . The lamb wit the chutney sauce was hella good ! As well as the tomato sauce & the garlic one . Rice & pita was perfect as well i highly recommend read more

Falafel Flare - BBQ Lamb Chops - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

Food was okay, not my favorite. I got the bacon burger but there was barely any bacon in it. Fries were not the best either. read more

Falafel Flare - Bacon Burger - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

Delicious fresh food, and good customer service super clean restaurant well maintained good prices. My husband and I got the combo platter. It was delicious. read more

Amazing service and food was sooo good!! Very flavorful and they gave chili oil too which fitted well with the burger. Restaurant was very clean and organized. read more

Falafel Flare - Crispy Chicken Burger and side of Fries - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

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Great food. I had the beef kabob plate and it was very tasty. Clean restaurant with lots of parking outside. Definitely will be back.

Stopped by for a quick lunch and glad it happened. My gyro wrap was delicious and my kid's pizza and fries were kid approved. Service was patient and friendly. read more

Falafel Flare - Kids pizza and fries - Mediterranean Near Me - Hayward, California

Food was good. Service excellent.. This is now my go to spot for falafel. Close to home, they are also on doordash. read more

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