Enjoyed this spot. I am a bit picky with my falafels and this one hit the spot. On the crunchier side yet still moist on the inside, which gave it a lot of texture. Had lots of flavor. I got the chicken shawarma and was very happy with my meal. The space itself is a small, low-key mom + pop shop. Good option if in the area looking for middle eastern food. read more

Needed a quick snack so ordered some falafel, pita, and hummus. All delish! Very friendly staff. Will be back soon for a full meal! You should try this place! read more

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YES. Been trying to track down the very best falafel in the San Diego area. The very best I've ever had was made by our Palestinian neighbor across the street when we used to live in East County, but sadly we moved and lost that connection. So, after doing some deep research, Falafel Heights popped up on my radar screen. Today I placed an order with DoorDash for 3 orders of falafel and sides of the hummus and garlic dip. OMG -- the BEST falafel I've had in ANY restaurant anywhere. Perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy and warm on the inside, even after the DoorDash car ride to our house. Super tasty spice mix with a kick. And I think they might even just a little better than the falafel my neighbor used to bring over. (Sorry, Yousef!) The dips were both excellent too. An added bonus is that these items are all vegan, which is a BIG plus for my wife and me. Next time we'll forgo DoorDash and get our Falafel Heights fix in person. read more

Falafel Heights - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

Great food. Super friendly service. Came here for lunch and got the Lamb Bowl with harissa, added three falafel balls to try. Really great flavors and textures. Falafel held their shape and were very crispy. Harissa was delicious, but so spicy, recommend getting it on the side. read more

Falafel Heights - Lamb Bowl - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

I came here on the weekend as I was lazy and wanted something healthy. I ordered online and it was really easy. Pickup was fast. I walked right in and grabbed my bag. The lady who was working was nice and even thanked me for supporting them! The outside is perfect for sitting and people watching while enjoying your meal. I loved the little table decorations with dried chickpeas! I got the falafel 50/50 bowl. The bowl was delicious. I love their falafel. They are really authentic and not dry at all, as they can sometimes be. I loved the 50/50 mix of greens and quinoa. The bowl was so fresh and I liked it better than the wrap I had the first time. I will be back and continue to support this place. The bowl includes: greens and quinoa base, falafel, cucumber and tomato salad, hummus, red onion, slaw, tahini drizzle. read more

Falafel Heights - Falafel 50/50 Bowl - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

*Can a Laundromat Trip Turn into a Flavor Journey?* So there I was, just minding my own laundry business at the Get It Clean laundry when my stomach started talking. Usually, I go the smoothie route, but the sign outside Falafel Heights boldly declared, "This Falafel Is Lit." And as someone who's lived a life full of lit experiences, I had to make sure this falafel lived up to the hype. *Is the Falafel Really... Lit?* It is lit. First off let's talk about the falafel. Dark green on the inside (which tells me it's fresh), crispy on the outside, and seasoned to perfection. The sumac dusting gave it that zesty edge I appreciated after finger licking. The portion? Perfect. Just enough to dip, nibble, and keep it moving. Once again I wanted a light snack in between my dinner in the next few hours. *What About the Sauces Though?* Speaking of dipping, I had 2 hummus and the mango (sweet and spicy goodness). And that hummus? Listen. I've had a lot of hummus in my day, but this one was next level smooth. Not next level flavorful because the falafel was perfect for dipping. Like... silk pajamas kind of smooth. What impressed me most? The garlic wasn't overpowering. I could run errands afterward without knocking anyone out with my breath. Respect. *Too Expensive? Really?* Now, let's address the people in the reviews expressing "too expensive!" As someone who's eaten falafel all over San Diego (ethnic spots included), this felt totally fair--especially for a sampler. And hey, if you know a place slinging cheaper falafel that's this good, drop a pin. I'll be there. *Should I Dine In?* The space? It's small but thoughtful. Inside, it's clean, modern, and culturally grounded, with a chronicled plate of the history of the Arabic-style wood door. Dude and Dudette, total beautiful vibe. Outside, the tables come with tiny succulent plants, like a little dinner date with nature. It's not a hang-out-for-hours kind of place--but you come, you eat, you enjoy, and you make space for the next hungry person. *Good to know* -Arrived on a Tuesday@ 5:00 p.m. No wait. No crowd. Next time I would like to wait because I want this business to be successful. -Service (5) Food (3.8) Olives (No-go) -Parking? You Already Know. It's North Park. I was smart efficient & walked up from the laundromat. Quick bite, fresh air, falafel joy. *Would I Go Back?* Of course. Next time, I might give the shawarma a go. But today? Today was a win. Authentic flavors, thoughtful touches, and definitely a return spot. "أنا من أرض الجذور العميقة، والكرم الذي لا ينضب. أرفع رأسي لأن هويتي شرف لا يُشترى." "I am from a land of deep roots and endless generosity. I hold my head high because my identity is an honor that cannot be bought." read more

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This place is a gem. It's a tiny little spot so there isn't much room to eat in there. The falafel and chicken shawarma bowl is my favorite. (Add falafel - it's not on the main menu in there) this place is my favorite for falafel and shawarma - sorry shawarma guys doesn't even compare! I saw they a falafel burger, hoping to try that next time. Things to know: this place is not pet friendly inside. read more

Falafel Heights - Chicken Shawarma Bowl with added falafel. So good 10/10. - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

We stumbled upon a cozy little falafel spot and from the moment we walked in, it felt like walking into a home. We were welcomed by Lialie, the owner of the shop and she was super friendly and engaging with her guests. She has definitely made an impression! Ordered the falafel fries, falafel wrap and chicken wrap, and the food did not disappoint! The falafel was perfectly crisp on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside --clearly made fresh to order. Each bite was packed with bold seasoning and a satisfying crunch. A beautiful gem in San Diego for falafel lovers, I highly recommend this place! I am eager to go back to try the rest of their menu :) read more

Falafel Heights - Falafel fries and falafel wrap with spice - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

Saturday afternoon was packed. Tickets lined up, grill was H.O.T. Ordered Chicken Sharma wrap to go. 15 minute wait and welll worth it. Cashier asked if I wanted it spicy, I said yes please, found out after payment they charge extra $1 for spicy option, great way to upsell. Super flavorful ingredients that all compliment each other. Hot sauce/ spices stuf was very messy, but super worth it. Spicy, crunchy, tender, sour, all the flavors of the rainbow present. Definitely want to explore menu. read more

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Wow, I was really impressed by how fresh and delicious their falafels are! The service is also very friendly and the a ambiance is very cozy and charming. The only downside was the bowl seems a bit on the dryer side for me, I wish it had more sauce and/or hummus. The fires were nice, but the Dubai Chocolate was amazing! It was small, but sooooo good! read more

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Ordered from door dash on a whim last night and I'm so glad I did, this place is about to be seeing a lot of me. The falafel fries were absolutely incredible, I WILL be ordering again! read more

Falafel Heights - Falafel Fries - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

Came to this place on a rainy day and the folks here are so sweet. This is definitely an underrated place in North Park serving some hot and fresh falafel combos. I loved the creativity of the menu, and the fries here are so incredibly well seasoned. I decided to get the falafel plate where I could choose different dips and got the hummus, toum, and mango sauce (which they were all awesome) and some fresh pita on the side. I also felt like this place was well priced and the folks here are just so nice I need to say it again. read more

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One of my favorite lunch spots! They give good portions and the food is really flavorful.

When I tell you that the chicken shawarma fries are the best I've everrrr had !!! Please do not skip. They're so delicious, everything is seasoned to perfection. All the ingredients complement each other so well. My friend got the chicken shawarma wrap which was also amazingly seasoned !! The chicken is delicious, everything tasted fresh and homemade. Aside from food. The owner was working when we went in and she was super nice and accommodating to our needs. Please give this place a shot. The inside is tiny but there are a few tables outside to sit at. Fries were $16 and honestly worth it for the gigantic bowl that came out. They offer water for sit-in dining. head's up, it's ofc tap. 5 Stars !!!!! read more

Falafel Heights - Chicken Shawarma Fries and Chicken Shawarma Wrap - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

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The food here is amazing. I've never had falafel before, and this place is great!! Light, fluffy and crispy falafel. I usually get a falafel wrap and a mint lemonade (which is really good btw). I think the food is worth the price. Except one time I asked for an extra side of sauce and it was $2 for a 2 oz cup, which is a little much in my opinion. read more

Falafel Heights - Falafel wrap, tahini, and mint lemonade - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

Came here for a falafel wrap and was pretty disappointed. I arrived right when they opened, so there was no wait and the food came out quickly. No complaints there. But the food itself was pretty mediocre. Not super flavorful, and seemed more like a supermarket wrap than a restaurant wrap. The falafel wasn't hot, and the outer wrap hadn't been heated at all and was cold and unappetizing. The price seemed high as well for the amount of food. The sauce was good at least. Next time I'll go to Mama's Bakery on the other end of North Park for food that's cheaper, more delicious, and comes with larger portions! read more

Ordered the Falafel wrap with Harissa dip, and it blew me away, nothing beats fresh toppings and fresh falafel with fast service! Lamb Shawarma with Hummus looks soo gooood and i'm def eyeing that up for my next visit The staff is absolutely lovely! Will be back soon Thank you for the menu recommendations Jordan! read more

Falafel Heights - Falafel wrap with Harissa dip 333 - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

So yummy and reasonably priced!! Got the chicken wrap and it was perfectly seasoned and the veggies gave a refreshing bite! Also ordered a side of fries and whatever seasoning they put on it, really adds somethin special. Employees were friendly and answered any questions we had! Good walkable area read more

Still so fantastic. Their falafels cannot be beat!! Plus the shawarmas are fire. Love the owner and the staff.

I'll get right to the point. The food here is five star! The service was also very good. My only reason for not giving five stars all around is the ambiance. The place is tiny. They have maybe three tables inside and three outside. There is no bathroom. Parking in north park is a hassle. We chose to eat outside as it was a bit warm inside. There was a foul smell outside and tons of flies. This is a place where you are best off getting the yummy food to go! We ordered two chicken schwarma bowls- one regular and another spicy. The hummus, chicken and veggies were all delicious and filling. The garlic sauce was a tad pungent for me. Pita bread was just ok. Prices are very reasonable! This is an excellent takeout option. read more

Falafel Heights - chicken schwarma bowl with spicy sauce and dressing on the side - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

Best falafel in San Diego hands down. Has great flavor and is not bland like most other places.

I had a falafel wrap and mint lemonade. Both were excellent. The service was friendly and welcoming. I recommend!

Great local place for Middle Eastern food. I either get the falafel bowl or the lamb bowl. The bowls are almost enough for two people. Lots of selection and friendly people. read more

Delicious falafel and chicken wraps! Great quality and filling enough for the price. Also, the fries are so delicious and well seasoned! Highly recommend! read more

Favorite place to eat out of late, only just discovered. Friendly staff, great tunes always, incredible food. Only served to validate I was around goodness when I realized the Palestinian art and flags. read more

Amazing food, you can get a really authentic meal or something with a modern twist, both with great Middle Eastern flavor. The staff / service here is so kind and welcoming. I would have added a picture of the food if I didn't finish it so quick.. read more

Small hole-in-the-wall spot with limited seating inside, we ordered our food and waited about 15 minutes for it to all be ready. We noticed there were a good amount of takeout orders during our wait. Both the Chicken Shawarma Wrap and the Falafel Wrap and our friends also got a side order of fries. Both wraps were pretty good and the Chicken Shawarma had a strong curry flavor to it. I didn't get as much freshness/punch from the veggies which made it a bit more balanced. Also, they provide a side of (tahini?) dipping sauce and the amount they give you isn't that much. I do feel that for $15 a wrap, it's not the most filling and so they could have added more into it. The fries were honestly not great. They were super overcooked/well done and it was more like eating a chip than a fry. But the stars of the show are the wraps and so definitely get one of those if you plan on coming to Falafel Heights. read more

Falafel Heights - Falafel Wrap - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

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FALAFEL'ING (3.8 stars) Taking falafels to new heights and setting the standards. Welcome to NP! - FOOD: good - SERVICE: good - PRICE: fair - AMBIANCE: cute little box I admit, I don't recall ever eating a falafel in my lifetime OR I might have but they weren't memorable. Resetting the unsure experience with a fresh slate and letting Falafel Heights set my standards! This place was perfect for a healthy bite to kill time between after my gym session and before my tennis games. Healthy bites! :: ORDER :: MINT LEMONADE ($8) - SO refreshing. Very minty and lemony. I am a lemonade lover and a fan of this one. The lemonade wasn't thin and clear (not watered down) but more clouded and flavorful. Mint offset the tart with a refreshing herbal element. Great thirst quencher but also feel the price is a bit high for what you get. Not sure how I can justify $8 for lemonade because I can't. The drink itself was more than the side of falafels. HIGHLY RECOMMEND SIDE OF FALAFELS ($7) - deep fried balls, gluten free! Made from scratch, the falafel is composed of dry garbanzo beans hydrated overnight then blended with spices and fresh ingredients what did it taste like to me? If you are craving something crunchy but light, a falafel would suffice the craving! The outer layer had a nice crunch and inside was soft and mildly 'savory' from the herbs and spices. I was surprised how light and tasty they were, kind of reminded me of an 'herbal donut hole'. Even better when dipped in sauce. HIGHLY RECOMMEND SIDE SAUCE ($2.00) - Pricy for a small dabble of sauce. Actually kind of pricy for sauce in general. There were about 8 different sauces to chose from and I wish I got to sample or know more about the sauces before I chose but I played it safe and went with what I know is familiar and ordered TAHINI. Nothing special about it just regular Tahini. I'll need to comeback and try another. But I can't get over the $2 for any (1) sauce which should be included and they should only charge if asking for extra. Will have to come back and try another item on the menu but not in a rush. Until the next review... read more

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Shout out to Falafel Heights!!! I made a huge order and they were so accommodating! Everyone loved their food.

Best falafel in San Diego, perfect crunch and spice level Also love their chicken shawarma bowls Staff is so sweet and I love their decorations read more

I love that this place is independently owned. Been wanting to try this restaurant as we love falafels! The menu is simple and straightforward. The place is small but they have 3 tables inside and 3 outside. Below is what I ordered and I got it to go. Falafel platter - we got 9 pieces in the order they are a bit smaller in size. They were very moist and yummy. You choose between cucumber salad or pita and I chose the cucumber salad. The salad was fresh though a little bland. You get to choose 3 sauces. I chose garlic, spicy hummus and tahini. They were all good. The overall price seemed a bit high for what you get. Chx shawarma- I got it "spicy". It was good. It was fresh and the chx was flavorful and tender. The salad that was inside it gave it a nice crunch as well. Beef shawarma- it was a bit greasy and the beef was a bit over seasoned and salty for my taste. My husband liked this one the best though. Glad we tried it. Love supporting local businesses! read more

Falafel Heights - Half of each shawarma. Beef and chx. - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

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Was excited to try this new falafel place out. Came in on a Monday evening and ordered a falafel bowl to stay. I love that it comes with half greens half rice! 4 of us sat down and it was a short wait for all of our food to come out. The bowl was a pretty hefty size, but I did manage to finish the whole thing! It was delicious. I just had to dock 1 star because they don't have a bathroom. read more

Falafel Heights - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

Amazing authentic food!!! Do yourself a favor and try Falafel Heights. The food is made from scratch, fresh and delicious. My husband and I shared a falafel wrap, chicken shawarma, and fries. Everything was outstanding! We also ordered a to go beef shawarma for our daughter and she loved it. We had the pleasure of meeting Lialie, the wonderfully passionate owner. She took the time to come outside and chat with us and shared a little about her business. We can't wait to go back and have more of the delicious food. read more

Falafel Heights - Falafel & chicken shawarma - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

Freshest Middle Eastern cuisine in North Park! The bowls are well proportioned and the fresh falafel speaks for itself. read more

Falafel Heights - Falafel Bowl - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

wow . So glad I came upon such a gem!!!! Very yummy food here people ! I'm coming back for more . The falafel and sauces were delightful !!! I took my food over to pure project and enjoyed a Pilsner with my wrap . 10/10 read more

Falafel Heights - falafel wrap w harissa sauce and tahini - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

Kofta burger for the win! The lady was helpful to answer questions and the ambiiance vibe is casual. Will go back for the falafel burger read more

I can't believe I've only just tried Falafel Heights. This delicious food has been there the whole time?! I have been searching for good falafel since having them in Israel many years ago. My search is over. They're so dang good! The chicken shawarma was flavorful and tender. Try the mango amba dip if you like a lil heat! read more

I got the Falafel Bowl 50/50 quinoa/greens to go and thoroughly enjoyed it. I really liked the texture of the falafel, probably one of the best falafels I've had in SD. Would recommend this dish and I'll be sure to come back for it again. read more

Falafel Heights - Falafel Bowl - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California

Falafel Heights makes some of the best falafel I've ever tasted. It's super crunchy, hearty and satisfying without being too dense, and not oily or heavy feeling. Don't be fooled by their petite size -- this is falafel perfection! My husband and I stopped by during the week of their brick and mortar opening. The location is small but nicely decorated, and there are a few tables inside as well as outdoors. We took our food to go but it appeared that everything was being served in take out containers regardless. We were pleased to learn that their menu is predominantly vegan except for the obvious things like chicken and eggs, and vegan (as well as gluten-free) options are clearly marked on their menu. I really wanted to try the falafel on its own so I ordered it as a side (8 pieces). My husband chose the 50/50 falafel bowl, consisting of a base of greens and quinoa and topped with falafel, Arabic salad, pickled cabbage, hummus, tahini, and sumac onions. He added on shatta chilis for an extra dollar -- I was surprised they charged extra for this, but perhaps it's homemade? The falafel bowl was filled to the brim with delicious ingredients. Eat item complemented the others nicely, allowing for a different flavor combination with each bite. It did seem like there was more "base" than topping, but it still tasted great. I loved the contrast of creamy with spicy, and pickled with the more neutral base. We both noticed that there was quite a bit of liquid in the bottom of the bowl after we finished, and I wonder if some of the wetter ingredients weren't drained adequately before being added to the bowl. My side of falafel was perfectly seasoned and deliciously crunchy! It was a noticeable difference from the falafel included in the bowl which had started to get softer very quickly -- no surprise with all the moisture from the other ingredients. While it felt a little pricey for the amount of food we got, everything was really tasty and we'll be back for a return visit. read more

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As someone that has years of experience eating falafels and drinking lemon mint, I can safely say: Falafel Heights makes some of the best in the game. read more

Falafel Heights - Falafel Near Me - San Diego, California