Wow, best we've ever had. If you like All the options of middle eastern street food: gyros, falafel, baklavas, hummus, falafel, shawarma, and kebabs, as well as salads like fattoush and tabbouleh, Baba ghanoush, dolmades and mansf. I've never seen such a wide variety of baklava The numerous options for spices and condiments was awesome to cover everyone's individual tastes In a nutshell, if you've never tried this style of food this would be a great introduction. ALL the ingredients are fresh! Portions are generous and the pricing is reasonable So give it a try and report back. We were in town visiting from west coast. I've eaten at several restaurants that serve this style of food. None compare read more

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This restaurant carried Mediterranean and Greek food. It was very clean and contained very fresh ingredients. The decor was very simple. It had booths to seat in and the walls contained poster size enlarged photographs of different Mediterranean food. The owner was very friendly and took my order when I arrived. I ordered a Falafel appetizer and as main course a Beef Shawerma Sandwich. He asked me if I wanted it with fries and I said yes, and they were very good, but given the option I would have probably taken a salad. The Falafels were amazingly good; crispy in the outside and soft and moist in the inside. The sauce that came with them was also very good. The meat of the Shawerma was nice and tender with just the right spices. For dessert I asked for a Baklava. It was good but a bit dry. There was another tray with Baklavas that looked fresher in the bottom of the display case, but it was covered with a plastic wrap and hadn't been opened yet. Overall the food was very good and I will definitely come back for more when I want to eat Mediterranean food again, and I recommend the restaurant to all those reading this review. read more

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It was wonderful and everyone was amazing and caring. Wheelchair accessible too. Prices were good and affordable as well. read more

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Every town seems to have a place like this; the surrounding businesses tend to be a bit more upscale, but this has more of the classic hole in the wall vibe, for better or worse. I was able to order online, and walked out quickly but not without getting a smile and an extra falafel ball. Their sandwich delivered satisfaction and came with fries and some handy sauces. I was more interested in the foul, which had some fresh garnishes and delivered ample flavor. A house tea was small but strong and delivered with mint leaves and sugar. So while this place isn't trying to be fancy, I could see that there was some quality, particularly given the finite market in Roanoke for vegetarian food. read more

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Very fresh ingredients- worth it. Quality and quantity excellent. Good neighborhood place. Always happy to order from them. read more

absolutely LOVED this takeaway!! we went with the tahini salad and lamb gyro & definitely met every expectation and more. friendly staff, cheap, and quick. will definitely return!! read more

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Meh not sure what the deal is. People seemed nice sure but the food was not so great. Chicken shawarma on mass produced bagged pita chicken reheated on a grill and falafel with some sort of green sauce no tahini or tzatziki even. Gyro looks like it is precut frozen strips. Overall I'd pass not a good use of calories read more

Was craving for Mediterranean food and we decided to give this place a try. Didn't have problem with the service but the wait was long due to only one person working there. Yes, just one. He was taking orders and cooking the meals. Will be coming back for sure. read more

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5 stars. The falafel sandwich was so fresh and tasty. I took my partner here and he loved it too. Outdoor seating a plus!! Their chicken gyro , my, partner loved too. I loved the yogurt unflavored drink.. great for your gut. Great prices. A favorite in informal, fast dining. read more

Best falafel in town and it's not close. Everything super fresh, good prices. Service can be slow, but it doesn't bother me bc I understand that more employees would drive up the price, and they usually operate with one employee. read more

The falafels are super good! They're crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The green sauce is so good and refreshing! You can really taste the herbs used. The hummus is really good and smooth. The added chickpeas give it a nice texture too! The baklava is a bit too buttery but the pistachio filling is good. They have us a free falafel in a little container of green sauce when we picked up our order which was really nice! Highly recommend checking this place out! read more

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This is one of our favorite places to eat in Roanoke. The food is so fresh, the sides and salads are full of a wide variety of delicious veggies, cheese, spices. The food is well presented and a beautiful feast to the eyes. Father and son run the business. Now it can take a little while if they are busy or have a lot of takeout orders, so get an appetizer or some hummus or baba ghanoush while you wait. It's not a fancy place but the care taken to prepare your fresh and beautiful food is why you're there. Smile and compliment the food and smiles will be returned. Sorry I forgot to take a photo of my shawarma platter- we were too hungry. read more

Falafel House - Hummus, salad - Falafel Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

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Very mediocre food, and even worse experience. We ordered for pick up and the person on the phone sounded like he didn't want to deal with the order. I can overlook that given there can be a cultural difference. The wait time was 20 min, and I got there early and let them know I was here for pickup. I wasn't rushing him, but the cook goes "I told you 20 min!" - I'm like yes I know, I'll wait. I was just letting you know I'm here for whenever it is ready." He just seemed angry so I took a seat and waited patiently. He did offer me a falafel with some green sauce while I waited, which was nice of him. I tried to open a conversation with him to see how he's doing. He just seemed like he had a long day, which I get, it was closing time. I saw him prep my Chicken Shawarma Sandwich, beef shawarma sandwich, fried, Fatoosh Salad, fries, chicken shawarma platter, and falafels. Here's our thoughts about the food items: Chicken and beef shawarma sandwiches and fries - the beef wasn't cooked all the way, tasted kind of raw and not in a med well steak type of way. Just not fresh. I didn't see a rotisserie for beef at the store. Chicken wasn't any better - quite dry. He barely had much left on the rotisserie around 830 pm, perhaps that's why. The veggies in there were stale and soggy and leaked a lot of juices making the pita very soaked - not in a good way. Not to mention, it wasn't a sandwich, it was more like a wrap with thin pita. Fries were regular old frozen fries. The orange sauce was also mediocre. The chicken shawarma platter was disappointing too. The grilled veggies were good, but Dry chicken and old tasting rice. The "fatoosh" salad def wasn't fatoosh. Looked like he put all the available greens and veggies on there, including olives. Nothing tasted fresh. All the veggies were cut differently - sliced, chopped, soggy etc. just not a good spoonful. Falafels were okay. They came on a bed of Lettuce which made them pretty soggy by the time we got home. The green sauce that came with it was just okay. Overall, ingredients or price didn't match descriptions on the menu, online menu (on their FB page) prices didn't match what was in the store, too costly for quality and quantity, and poor customer service. We forced down half the food and rest of it went in the trash. I know I'm being picky and I understand I went during closing time. Either give me fresh food or a better service experience for higher rating or a returning customer. I don't recommend and won't be coming back. My search for decent Mediterranean food in Roanoke continues. read more

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We moved from the west and landed in Roanoke. Spent all day dealing w movers and moving. I was so hungry and ordered from Falafel House. It was delicious!! So fresh! I got the falafel sandwich, side salad and a piece of baklava. Happy we are only 1/2 mile away! Oh, and the owner (I think??) gave me a sample falafel in a cup for my drive home! I thought this was brilliant customer service! The falafel is so freaking GOOD!!! read more

Falafel House - 1/2 of falafel (I scarfed downed the other 1/2) Side Salad Baklava - Falafel Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

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I ordered tabbouleh and a baklava for takeout. The baklava was rich and buttery. The tabbouleh was just the right combination of lemony and minty, with crunchy parsley and chewy bulgur. Just the way I like it! You can't find tabbouleh where I live, so I will be back again for takeout. The folks who served me were very kind and I made sure to thank them. read more

Wow! What an absolutely wonderful lunch. We were a party of Four and thoroughly enjoyed every bite. We got the appetizer sampler, gyros, falafel sandwich, chicken shawarma and fries. The folks operating the counter were super friendly and helpful. read more

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This place was a surprisingly great find. It doesn't look like anything fancy but everything was fresh and very delicious. I was feeling vegetarian so I ordered the appetizer sampler, tabbouleh, fatoosh salad, and the Greek salad. I loved everything. The tabbouleh was fresh and well seasoned. The fatoosh had so many textures it was simple but wonderful. My appetizer sampler was labeneh, grape leaves, hummus, msabahah and falafel. The falafel was perfectly fluffy with a crisp exterior and soft interior, the humus was a solid tasty, well flavored grape leaves and the labeneh was tangy and made everything better. Side note I noticed another reviewer complain that they used a tortilla. I saw one of the wraps they make and they looked fantastic. Yeah it's not the fluffy style pita bread but it wasn't a tortilla. I believe it might have been lavash bread which is similar to a tortilla but with a slightly different texture. Or it might have been a sliced open pita pocket which is what the menu says it is. Either way I regret not trying one because it looked great. read more

Falafel House - Labeneh - my favorite - Falafel Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

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Traveling Dad approved. Price was good. We liked the beef & chicken shawarma. Orange sauce that comes with fries was excellent. Friendly, seemed family run. I'd go back. read more

Absolutely the pinnacle of Muslim hospitality. They would give me free falafel because I was a working man. Came in here dirty from welding and they took care of me. Their shawarma kept me fed for months. I absolutely recommend this place if you have any sense of taste. Good food slightly confrontational staff ( if you ask me it's a good thing get those Karen's out of your place habibbi ) and the best shawarma/ falafel you will find in Roanoke. read more

It's just not good. It's as simple as that. The shawarma is dry and wrapped in a weird tortilla like thing. The falafel is horrible-don't be swayed by the name of the place. It gets soggy because even takeout orders are served on a bed of wet cabbage. It's lacking in flavor even basic salt. It's not even cheap. 6 terrible falafel for $8...no pita, no tzatziki, no nothing. Flavorless and expensive. Basically the only thing they gave going for them is friendly service. However when the food is both terrible and expensive, it's not worth a repeat visit. read more

Great Halal food. Got the Chicken Shawarma platter with rice and hummus. Chicken is well seasoned and hummus tastes delicious. Great portions and hygienic prep method (you can see when they make your food). He also gave fresh outta the fryer falafel to taste with a mint yogurt dip! Very yummy i'll be back to try more. read more

Falafel House - Chicken shawarma platter - Falafel Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

UNDERRATED. This is run by a father and son... They are super friendly and they make bomb food. This is become a staple because I work next-door... I absolutely love their sandwiches. There is fresh produce and freshly cooked meat... I'm not even a big ethnic food eater but this place is changing my DNA (OK that's dramatic... But it's a really good restaurant). Check it out!! read more

What a delightful surprise to see the new ownership and new name- Falafel House. The kind new owner is from Jerusalem and has brought delicious healthy food to the neighborhood. It's worth my drive and we'll be back. The restaurant itself has had some remodeling done and is much more inviting than the previous atmosphere and accommodations. read more

Falafel House - Chicken schwarma over a salad- special request - Falafel Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

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Love this place! Food is delicious and just sitting there to enjoy a nice lunch with the family is a relaxing experience. Gyro meat is very tender and the chicken so flavorful. Nice way to have a heathy meal. Baklava at the end is just perfect! read more

We had a really great experience here! All of the food was fresh and made with care. Service was super friendly and helpful! We loved all of the appetizers and the salad was amazing. The chicken was flavorful and the portions were large! The place seemed cleaner since renaming and the food was better. They said they would be expanding their menu soon and I can't wait to go back and try some more! If you wanna branch out this place is great and definitely worth a try! read more

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Two things to note here: The first thing: The food is tasty- well spiced and well cooked, and if it weren't for the second thing, I'd be coming back here to eat again and I'd rate this a 4-star. The second thing: The owners, who were both working when I went in to place my order, didn't wear masks the entire 40 minutes I was there. One had a mask around his neck but not on his face at all. The other didn't appear to have a mask on his person at all. Both were handling cash, talking to customers, and preparing food. I'm just not willing to support a business whose lack of empathy toward the community they serve extends to risking lives. Including mine. read more

Best Mediterranean food in Roanoke by far! The hummus is made from scratch and it shows in the flavor and texture! I would recommend the mixed platter. read more

Very good Greek food! I had the appetizer platter. It was served with warm pita bread. Excellent hummus, baba Ganoush, yogurt sauce, and falafel. It's in a cute area with outdoor seating. The food tasted fresh and authentic. Full disclosure: my husband said his chicken was overcooked so he did not like it as much as I did. I'm afraid this place will close because it's not very busy. Give it a try! read more

Ive had great Mediterranean food but this it not it. My gyro was wrapped in a tortilla and not a pita. The beef shawarma lacked flavor and so did the hummus. Sabra hummus is better also my order was 20 minutes late. read more

My husband and I had lunch here today and absolutely loved our meals. I had the Falafel sandwich and he had the Gyro sandwich. They were really delicious!! The service was friendly and the restaurant was comfortable and very clean. We will definitely return and highly recommend the Falafel House to others. read more

The owner is extremely friendly and has a passion for the food he makes. The stuffed grape leaves rock and so does his Baklava. He also makes great falafels, though be warned that they are spicy. I can't say that anything I have had there has been below excellent. Great place to eat! read more

This spot is under new ownership and they've done a great job on the interior. So clean, inviting and such friendly staff. The food was fresh and delicious. My little one gobbled up the grape leaves, hummus and falafel. Def a new fav of ours. read more

Did not have a good experience whatsoever. When I was trying to place the order through the app online, the order was coming out to be close to $50, but the app wouldn't go through so placed the order by calling the restaurant. When my husband got there the order was $70 and the person at the register claimed that our order did not come with drinks although we got the fries with our sandwiches and drinks should have been the combo. When we got the food, it was absolutely horrible. Very under seasoned, no flavor. We did not have a good experience and would not recommend this business to anyone else either who is used to proper mediterranean food. read more

My go to place for fresh delicious Mediterranean food when in Roanoke. GYROS, FALAFEL, SHAWERMA and much more! read more

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Owner did not wear a mask at all. I know this doesn't bother some people, but to me, it speaks to a disregard and a disrespect for the customers trying to keep themselves safe. Also, just be honest with me about when my food is going to be ready. If it's going to take an hour, cool - I can go somewhere else. But don't keep stringing me along; my lunch break is not that long. Initially, he told me he needed a half hour. I gave him 35 minutes. Then he tells me to come back in 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, he tells me the food is almost ready (it ended up being another 10 - 15). And....that's my whole lunch break. I wanted to wait outside because he WAS NOT WEARING A MASK. I would have been totally fine just coming in to pay and then leave. But he just kept stringing me along. The food was always juuuust about ready as he took his sweet time. Food was a solid three stars. Gyros were mostly fine; fries were barely edible. Will not be returning. read more

Excellent falafel hands down! But, prices increased massively on Door Dash and my 2 orders were missing hummus. Disappointing and stopped ordering, very expensive to not get what you ordered. read more

This is a favorite spot. I am never disappointed and their customer service is top notch. The complimentary falafel ball while you wait is a very nice touch :) read more

Very good fresh food. I had the chicken shawarma sandwich and fattoush salad. It came out quickly and was presented in a plastic tray with a liner. Drinks are self serve. My daughter enjoyed the falafel sandwich. I'd be happy to eat here again. read more

Some of the best falafel I've had, period. And the dolma was equally stellar. Nice guys, great food. My new go to place in Roanoke.

Absolutely perfect Middle Eastern food - like your Sithi used to make - located in the really special Grandin Village neighborhood of Roanoke, Virginia. The owner/chef personalizes each dish as he makes it, which adds to the unique feeling of the presentation. All main dishes and most sides are served on beautiful ceramics, there is ample comfortable seating indoors and outside, and if you leave hungry it is your own fault - so much on the menu and all of it good. None of the meat dishes or fried food is too oily and the vegetarian options are plentiful. The service makes you feel like you're at your cousin's wedding. I had the beef shawarma platter with hummus and vegetables on the side, baklava (be'laawi for those of us with Lebanese grandmothers), and a hot cup of Arab coffee at the end. I will be back with my family. read more