Falafel on wheels

4.8 (130 reviews)

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Taylor L.

Falafel on Wheels is a dream! As an almost completely vegan institution (besides, I think, the hard boiled egg which can be added to/removed from the sabich), I had a field day with my order, opting to try the falafel bowl, falafel pita and sabich pita. Knowing that their focus is on their falafel I expected it to be good, but I didn't expect to be as wowed as I was! My falafel bowl came out first (super fast, might I add) and I went straight to dipping the falafel in their house garlic sauce-- it was the perfect snack. Although by the time the pita's were served I had already filled myself up on the falafel bowl, I still greatly enjoyed the unique flavors of both. The sabich pita relies primarily on the smokiness of the eggplant for it's flavor, whereas the falafel pita sees the addition of tomtato, cucumber, cabbage and tahini which greatly compliments the creamy, nutty texture of the falafel. The dishes at Falafel on Wheels are so hearty that it doesn't take long to feel satisfied, so I brought my entrees home for my friends to help me finish. Although Falafel on Wheels is a food truck I was lucky enough to score one of the tiny tables they place along the sidewalk, and I enjoyed watching other patrons stop by to chat with the business owners. It's clear that this spot has become a valley institution! Even though they aren't a brick-and-mortar, Falafel on Wheels still has a sense of community you might not expect from a food truck. Because the truck is stationed alongside the Bevmo parking lot there is plenty of parking, which means you have no excuse to not stop by! It's a stress free experience that's sure to satisfy.

Jen D.

I love this place. I used to work pretty close and it was an easy lunch for me during the week. I would go at least once a week. Now I'm further into Studio City but will still make the drive when I have a longer break. Not nearly enough falafel for me these days. I miss them! Always made fresh when I order. Always super kind to me. I've been to the new location once so far but same great food so yay! Need to go back soon *drool*.

Almost fully vegan food truck (except for egg)

Lakshmi C.

Awesome, fully vegetarian food truck! The falafels were exceptionally fresh and tasty. Got the falafel pita sandwich along with fried eggplant added -- it was delicious. This was the chef's suggestion when I explained that I wanted Sabich but without the egg... so he suggested getting the falafel pita with eggplant. Super helpful in making it vegan. Also I wanted 4 extra falafels for my toddler and the owner very kindly accommodated that and charged accordingly (as opposed to $6 for 6 falafels). It's a small and unassuming food truck, but mighty tasty and customer-friendly.

The food looks delicious!! I totally recommend eating here, 10 out of 10

Bahiye F.

The food is amazing,the workers serve very fast. The place is very welcoming, the pop up was well setup and the presentation was pleasing.

Sherrly R.

Oh my God! If you want a taste of Israel right by you, this is the place to have falafel. This is the closest falafel I have come to Israel. It is the most delicious colossal by far and the owner and assistant are super super sweet the price dirt cheap! Yummmmy!!! Coming back like 100 times more! Amazing

Adam M.

The best secret falafel ever this is how falafel supposed to be golden crispy super clean and fresh great service highly recommended.

Lee F.

I had the Falafel Bowl and it was very tasty. I like the crispy texture on the outside and the softness inside. They tasted great. The salad that it came with was super tasty. They do offer a variety of drinks for your choosing. I would eat here again.

Michael R.

The guys rock. Fantastic food, fair prices, and the two guys behind the windows are very nice and friendly. If you're going out for felafel you cannot do better than this. Yes, it takes a little while. Sure. Relax, it's totally worth it.

I love Ranny's falafel, I eat, make falafel long long time rannys is one of the best I highly recommend

Roee A.

I love Ranny's falafel, I eat and make falafel for a long time. Ranny's is one of the best in Los Angeles hands down. Highly recommend

Ran n.

By far Best falafel in town! Friendly,clean and very tasteful Highly recommend is the sabich sandwich Ask my daughter

Sulaiman A.

Best falafel in town. Love it- give it a try you won't regret it Best customer service Everything is made Freshhhhhh

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Guys, words are hardly coming out of my mouth, while i celebrate the feast of flavors, delivered into my mouth from this honesty superb Falafel sandwich. Lets be honest, Most of us, think "Falafel is a Falafel " Ok, think again! I eat Falafels for longer than most rivers have been streaming into the oceans of salty waters. I love good food, almost as much, that i love life itself. And let me tell you guys, (well, you girls too) i do love LIFE. Ok,,, lets go back to the subject of matter, now that i cleared my mouth of all the fresh great ingredients which made up this divine Sandwich lets give Praise where Praise is due! Restaurants put forward a facade, decor, advertising, and what not,,,, Here, just the food!!! Fresh, tasty, ample, GREAT! Give me it, every day,,, Best 5 stars! Wow, what a feast! Try it, ( i dare you to find me wrong,,,) Have it, ENJOY read more

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Valeria M.

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has really gone downhill. falafel was soggy and way overpriced. the staff was also very short with me

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The Best Kosher Falafel around . Now Ran is in a brick and mortar location , he's in a small strip mall in a Butcher Shop on Ventura and Newcastle south/ west corner . Love all the yummy ingredients inside the Pita, can be made spicy too . It's a bit pricey but very worth the money . read more

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Taylor L.

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Falafel on Wheels is a dream! As an almost completely vegan institution (besides, I think, the hard boiled egg which can be added to/removed from the sabich), I had a field day with my order, opting to try the falafel bowl, falafel pita and sabich pita. Knowing that their focus is on their falafel I expected it to be good, but I didn't expect to be as wowed as I was! My falafel bowl came out first (super fast, might I add) and I went straight to dipping the falafel in their house garlic sauce-- it was the perfect snack. Although by the time the pita's were served I had already filled myself up on the falafel bowl, I still greatly enjoyed the unique flavors of both. The sabich pita relies primarily on the smokiness of the eggplant for it's flavor, whereas the falafel pita sees the addition of tomtato, cucumber, cabbage and tahini which greatly compliments the creamy, nutty texture of the falafel. The dishes at Falafel on Wheels are so hearty that it doesn't take long to feel satisfied, so I brought my entrees home for my friends to help me finish. Although Falafel on Wheels is a food truck I was lucky enough to score one of the tiny tables they place along the sidewalk, and I enjoyed watching other patrons stop by to chat with the business owners. It's clear that this spot has become a valley institution! Even though they aren't a brick-and-mortar, Falafel on Wheels still has a sense of community you might not expect from a food truck. Because the truck is stationed alongside the Bevmo parking lot there is plenty of parking, which means you have no excuse to not stop by! It's a stress free experience that's sure to satisfy. read more

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Jen D.

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I love this place. I used to work pretty close and it was an easy lunch for me during the week. I would go at least once a week. Now I'm further into Studio City but will still make the drive when I have a longer break. Not nearly enough falafel for me these days. I miss them! Always made fresh when I order. Always super kind to me. I've been to the new location once so far but same great food so yay! Need to go back soon *drool*. read more

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Lakshmi C.

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Awesome, fully vegetarian food truck! The falafels were exceptionally fresh and tasty. Got the falafel pita sandwich along with fried eggplant added -- it was delicious. This was the chef's suggestion when I explained that I wanted Sabich but without the egg... so he suggested getting the falafel pita with eggplant. Super helpful in making it vegan. Also I wanted 4 extra falafels for my toddler and the owner very kindly accommodated that and charged accordingly (as opposed to $6 for 6 falafels). It's a small and unassuming food truck, but mighty tasty and customer-friendly. read more

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Food Truck is one of the concepts I love the most. Many vegetarians options, fresh falafel, and fresh salad in a very great pita bread . read more

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Bahiye F.

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The food is amazing,the workers serve very fast. The place is very welcoming, the pop up was well setup and the presentation was pleasing. read more

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Sherrly R.

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Oh my God! If you want a taste of Israel right by you, this is the place to have falafel. This is the closest falafel I have come to Israel. It is the most delicious colossal by far and the owner and assistant are super super sweet the price dirt cheap! Yummmmy!!! Coming back like 100 times more! Amazing read more

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Ran B.

Thank you so much see you soon !!!! :))))

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Adam M.

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The best secret falafel ever this is how falafel supposed to be golden crispy super clean and fresh great service highly recommended. read more

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Lee F.

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I had the Falafel Bowl and it was very tasty. I like the crispy texture on the outside and the softness inside. They tasted great. The salad that it came with was super tasty. They do offer a variety of drinks for your choosing. I would eat here again. read more

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Michael R.

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The guys rock. Fantastic food, fair prices, and the two guys behind the windows are very nice and friendly. If you're going out for felafel you cannot do better than this. Yes, it takes a little while. Sure. Relax, it's totally worth it. read more

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TopChef T.

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The young guy in the truck was friendly, and they made my falafel sandwich in a reasonable time. Falafel sandwich is made in a pocket style pita, and unfortunately, its all wrong. They got lettuce in it, they got all the warm falafel in one place separate from the other ingredients, so you are eating a deconstructed sandwich in a pita! I tried the falafel alone, and it seamed OK, but in the sandwich it was not holding its own. Not in crunch or flavor. Falafel had little flavor, the sandwich either didn't have parsley, or I didn't get any. The tahin sauce was also missing something. Falafel sandwich 5 out of 10. I don't like to give it 2 stars, but based on Yelp rating, YES, it could have been MUCH better! read more

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Kyle F.

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This is the best falafel I have found in LA. Good quality fried to order falafel, mix of fresh and pickled vegetables, and wonderful sauces: tahini, amba, and 2 types of hot sauce. Healthy, filling and affordable. I have to have one at least once per week read more

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Issac T.

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Best falafel in Los Angeles comes from a lunch truck on Ventura Blvd. It's light, crispy, and tasty. Great service from the proud owner. There are a couple of chairs and tables to eat outside. Pro tip : get the pita special which is a falafel with hard boiled egg and perfectly cooked eggplant. read more

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Moti S.

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I came today to by few take away The place was packed The owner was very nice although very busy The service was very good And the food was amazing I will definitely visit again and I highly recommend To visit Thank you Ran !!!!! read more

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Roee A.

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I love Ranny's falafel, I eat and make falafel for a long time. Ranny's is one of the best in Los Angeles hands down. Highly recommend read more

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Falafel on Wheels is the best falafel in town. He now has a new location and is no longer "on wheels." He's in the kosher butcher, catty-corner from Bev Mo. Excellent food...almost entirely vegan (I think he offers hard-boiled egg as an add-on). One of the few vegan options in the vegan desert that is Tarzana. read more

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Phil B.

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Love this food truck. Each order is made fresh. Best Falafel I've had. Side note last couple of times I've been in area there were not around read more

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Great. Nice owner/operators. Ordered a falafel sandwich and it was made fresh. Very welcoming people. read more

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Ran n.

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By far Best falafel in town! Friendly,clean and very tasteful Highly recommend is the sabich sandwich Ask my daughter read more

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Sulaiman A.

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Best falafel in town. Love it- give it a try you won't regret it Best customer service Everything is made Freshhhhhh read more

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Emily A.

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This place is the closest you will ever get to Israeli food in california! The food is delicious, healthy and made fresh for every order. The service is always excellent. The employees always have a smile on their face, and the owner Ran is always smiling and talking to all of the customers. Ran is very personable with his customers, and he always makes you feel welcomed and excited to eat the delicious food If you are ever in the area and enjoy Falafels or Sabich, definitely stop by!! There is outdoor seating available, and it is always kept clean. This Food truck is a 100/10! read more

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Mike A.

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While this falafel might appeal to some Americans, it will not meet the standards of those familiar with authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. The falafel is noticeably pale and undercooked, and the salad was not fresh. read more

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Ray R.

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This is THE BEST falafel I have had outside of Israel and possibly better than Israel. Absolutly amazing!!! These sandwiches are perfection. The falafel is great. Crunchy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. No stale taste of oil you get with most other fried food. And the pita!?! Well the pita is also fluffy without being doughy. I got the coke zero. But when I went for the second order the owner said you have to pair it with the grape soda. He is absolutely right. The cold and sweet of the grape soda makes all the difference. There should be a petition to bring these guys to West LA. SERIOUSLY DELICIOUS FOOD. read more

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John C.

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The Best falafel period. i've tried the falafel in many places around the valley but hands down is the best testing falafel and it's all vegan. service was grate and and you'll get your food quickly. read more

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Shirli S.

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Great food, great service! I would totally recommend them and go back there again. Great job!

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Yamit Y.

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I don't live in the area but come to the Valley every now and then. I'm a big fan of Middle Eastern food and while doing some shopping in the area I noticed the truck and decided to give them a try. They make everything on the spot so it's all fresh and tastes really good. My husband and I both enjoyed the food here. There is plenty of parking right in front of the truck. Highly recommended if you are in the area. We will come back again! read more

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seffi l.

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Enjoyed the falafel, fresh, crispy and tastes great, owner very nice and accommodating, thanks will come again

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Amy M.

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Should you be driving nearby and need lunch or a snack, this is surprisingly good falafel!

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Mark R.

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Best ever Fresh crispy and made to order. Owner was very helpful and wanted to make sure you were satisfied

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Sam S.

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I'm not a big falafel person, but based on the reviews I had to try this place out. The staff was extremely friendly. Service A+. The falafel texture was quite good (crispy exterior and soft on the inside) and the sandwich was very filling. The hummus its came with was also. No real complaint here at all. It wasn't mind blowing I have to come back, but it was good. If you like falafel you will like this place. read more

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Jone S.

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Love Thai place so much! Eat hear almost everything :) Best service ever! Come and try you won't regret.. read more

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Danny O.

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Got recommended this spot when I was running some errands so decided to give it a shot. Owner was chopping it up with a customer in his language and I could tell he had a real good connection with his customers. While I was waiting for my falafel pita to be prepared I mentioned to the both of them I had never tried falafel and they both became excited for me to be trying it. The owner handed me some extra falafels with sauce while I waited so I could try it and the customer let me try one of the other potato appetizer thing he had. Got one of their foreign grape drinks as well. All amazing. Shout out to the both of them for being so friendly. A lady showed up right before I left, same deal never tried it and I could tell the same hospitality was about to unfold as I left. Will def swing by again! read more

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Sophie B.

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I saw another foodie post this on their Instagram earlier this week and when I saw how close it was I just had to get there. The truck was extremely easy to find and parking a breeze. I was warmly welcomed by the owner from behind the window who was helping another customer but ensured I knew he was aware I was waiting. I ordered the falafel pita ($8??) what a bargain!! It didn't take too long and my order was ready - fresh out of the fryer. I ordered mine with a little hot sauce and an extra side of tahini sauce (definitely recommend this if you like it saucy). I decided to get mine to go and then drove the torturous 11 minutes home with the smell of hot falafel filling my car. My pita was properly stuffed with plenty of falafel - they don't skimp!! The first bite I was in heaven. This has to be the best falafel I've eaten in years. Crispy on the outside, perfectly soft in the middle. Every bite was devoured and I was sad for it to end. I would recommend this spot for anyone who loves falafel that doesn't leave you feeling a little bloaty like some other places do (looking at you Fala Bar). I'll be back with friends to try again soon read more

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Aviv V.

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I live 30 minutes away but this is the only spot that I don't mind driving down to the valley for!!!. Each time it's as fresh and bomb as the first time I came. 5 stars for the quality and taste of the food and the kind Empolyees at the falafel truck !!!!! read more

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Frank J.

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Absolutely very good and authentic food. Thanks guys for the hard work. Well deserved

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Guy L.

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Great Falafel but crappy customer service. Stood in line over 10 minutes in the scorching sun, a good looking girl comes in places an order and gets her food before everyone else. Not cool. Cannot get away from the place. Service has improved tremendously and the Falafel is still amazingly delicious. read more

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Dave R.

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Superb! I grew up in NYC and I KNOW falafels. These guys do it right! Oh my gosh. The ingredients are so fresh and each order is made fresh. I love these guys, the truck, the location. I've been back more than once and I'm telling the whole neighborhood about them! Get your order in early, because they can get busy! So delicious. I've already forgotten 'my guys' name, but he remembers me each time! So good! Find them on social media too! Thank you guys! I'll see you next time! read more

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Omg this is best falafel in Los Angeles at list if not best in cali . Try amba sus for sur

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Thank you for coming !!! see you again :)))) !!!!!

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5219 Newcastle Ave
Los Angeles, CA 91436
Encino
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(310) 628-5777
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Hours

What time does Falafel on wheels open?

Falafel on wheels opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

What time does Falafel on wheels close?

Falafel on wheels closes at 7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Falafel on wheels closes at 4:00 PM on Friday.Falafel on wheels is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Thu 11:00 AM - 7:00 PMFri 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMSat-Sun Closed

Payment methods

Does Falafel on wheels take Bitcoin?

No, Falafel on wheels does not take Bitcoin.

Does Falafel on wheels take credit cards?

Yes, Falafel on wheels takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Falafel on wheels have catering options?

Yes, Falafel on wheels does have catering options.

Does Falafel on wheels serve alcohol?

No, Falafel on wheels does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Falafel on wheels allow dogs?

Yes, Falafel on wheels allows dogs.

Does Falafel on wheels have TVs?

No, Falafel on wheels does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Falafel on wheels have bike parking?

No, Falafel on wheels does not have bike parking.

Does Falafel on wheels have outdoor seating?

Yes, Falafel on wheels has outdoor seating options.

Does Falafel on wheels have parking?

Yes, Falafel on wheels has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Falafel on wheels wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Falafel on wheels is wheelchair accessible.

Does Falafel on wheels have free WiFi?

No, Falafel on wheels does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

Homemade Falafel Sandwich and a Bowl Sabich- Eggplant Sandwich Israeli Salad * Made with the best and fresh ingredients daily!

Review Highlights - Falafel on wheels

“I eat great falafel traveling all over Israel and this competes and many times surpasses some of the best.”

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Great tasting food, esp. the Zaatar fries! And the price is very reasonable, I get a substantial…read moremeal for around $20 but I often spend less

My coworker recommended this place and we decided to come give it a try as a group…read more At first, I was surprised how small the place was, but when you enter, you order at a touchpad near the entrance and then wait for your order to be called inside. They had utensils, napkins, and sauces with containers while you wait. I ordered the falafel bowl and pali salad in case the bowl itself wasn't enough. It did take longer than the other orders but once I got it, we sat outside where they had a few tables and chairs. The bowl looked fresh and vibrant, so many colors and a decent amount of falafel. I tried their white and mazbout sauces on the salad. I'm glad it had spinach as it helped reduce water from seeping out. The falafel was slightly spicy since I am terrible with spic r tolerance but the sauce made it very balanced. I also got to try someone's fries and it was super delicious, the spices they used on the fries were flavorful and the fried were very crispy and smooth inside. Overall, very nice quick lunch, we arrived before they opened right at 12pm and avoided the lunch rush! Very affordable prices as well.

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Food...I can't even comprehend how unbelievably good the food was. We flew in from the Bay, and…read morewere absolutely blown away. Take this as the best compliment someone can give you: it was better than food I've had in Falasteen itself. Service...everyone was very sweet, smiled at us, seemed to be in happy spirits. Ambiance...the perfect balance of modern, organized, dedication to the culture without looking like someone's sedo designed it. Well done!

Terrible and inconsistent service today. My friend and I ordered right after each other. He was…read morehelped by a male employee and got a dine-in bowl and a to-go bowl with no issues. Seconds later, a young female employee helped me and rudely refused my to-go order, claiming they were "too busy"--even though I was standing right there. Her hostile attitude made our whole group feel completely unwelcome. The sudden shift in treatment and the made-up rules felt deeply uncomfortable and racially motivated. Staff shouldn't be making up rules depending on who they are serving. Unacceptable.

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Delicious Shawarma and Platters, Will definitely come back for more. Excellent staff and customer…read moreservice

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Killer Kabab

The chicken kebab was so juicy. I loved the quality of my meal. The staff were really nice and it…read morewas great service. Love the cute green chairs.

Really enjoyed a lighter lunch during our visit to DTLA, with the food tasting very good for both…read moremy wife and me. Killer Kabab (fast food mediterranean) has two locations, with the other being in the Sawtelle area near West LA. There are multiple Kabab shops near the hotel that we were staying, so chose the closest one. It wasn't too busy inside, with plenty of seating so placed our order and paid through the kiosk. The food took a bit of time to come out, delivered to our table. No soda fountain, so got a can of soda ($1.99) which you pick up yourself from the nearby bev fridge. We shared a Mix Grill plate ($21.95), consisting of a variety of things, all of which we enjoyed. The bed of tumeric rice was well cooked. The beef fillet, chicken breast chunks, and the beef kofta were all excellent: very tender, well seasoned, and well grilled. A few grilled vegetables were added, along with a really good plain hummus and pita braed. It also came with two side dips/pastes: a really good garlic paste that went great with the grilled beef and a yellow 'buttery' sauce that was great with the chicken. It also came with a small side salad, and some really tart pepperoncini. All of this added to a good light(er) meal, mixing various tastes and textures really well.

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Dune Downtown

I worked in downtown and this was walking distance to my office, so my coworkers and I would come…read morehere at least once a month since it was in our rotation! Food: 10/10! I can never finish their plates as the portions are huge, but it's always so good! My favorite thing to get is the hummus & fried chicken plate! The flavors pair well with each other and even when I would take it home, I would just air fry the chicken and heat up everything else, besides the hummus. Service: 10/10! Employees taking our orders always had a great attitude and was always just so kind. Our food would come out pretty quick, which was great since we had an hour lunch break. Ambiance: 10/10! Such a cool ambiance inside, but small seating area. Also outdoor seating is an option. I don't work in downtown anymore, but I would definitely come back with friends to this place!

Excellent meal at Dune. My partner and I got the falafel and hummus plate to share, and somehow…read moreleft completely full, which already tells you everything you need to know about the portions. But the real headline here: the falafel is moist, y'all. I do not say that lightly. Crispy on the outside, tender and actually flavorful on the inside, no dry crumbs in sight. The hummus is smooth, clean, and lets the ingredients speak for themselves. Nothing overcomplicated, just really good execution across the board.

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July 19, 2025 | Saturday | Gorgeous flowers on the table!

Fried Chicken "Shawarma" Sandwich.

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Falafel Queen

4.6

(158 reviews)

12.9 mi

The falafel plate is soooo good, especially with those chips they give you! Great quality and…read moreincredible portion sizes.

Well, to start off, I must admit I drove by this place about 10 times before I finally went in. All…read morethose times, I never saw people inside. Which I understand why. I finally went in today and sadly, was not only disappointed, my fantasy of Falafel King was destroyed forever. I know Benito used to work for Falafel King, but this place is nothing like it. The service was horrible. The guy behind the little counter was not nice at all. In fact he was rude. And didn't like if you asked him questions. But that aside, sitting in this little tiny restaurant was not a good feeling. We were the only ones there. They have a seating area outside, I'm guessing for overflow - yet, the table and chairs were right there in the middle of the restaurant. Piled up. They didn't even bother to take it outside. Put all that aside - we get to the food. One of the best things Falafel King has were the "chips", which were battered slices of potatoes that were deep fried. These were slices of potato, they were potato chips. Thin. No "meat" on them, if you know what I mean. And sadly, they were fried either early this morning or last night. Terrible, cold, hard, no taste - not even salt. We move on the falafel - which tasted good. The taste of the falafel itself was good, but the oil dripping down my hand an face was not. I blame that on the oil not being hot enough when he put the falafel into the oil. Next, the actual shwarma is not really shwarma (like you all know it). There was no revolving slab of meat where the fat melts into the meat and makes it so so special. No. This was a little baggy of already cooked meat with no spices on it thrown on the plancha and heated up. Hard and tasteless. Very disappointing. I picked it out of my pita and ate the salad with tehina and spicy eggplant (which WAS tasty). The pita is also a thin hard pita - not the nice fluffy type. I didn't finish my food, and my friend didn't finish the food, as you can see in the pictures. Sorry to give it a 1 - but to say you have ANY connection to "Falafel King" is a disgrace. Sorry if I sound brutal. I tell it like it is.

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The "leftovers". We couldn't even finish the food it was so bad.

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Falafel lineup - so good.

Dune

Dune has been on my "to try" list for a while. What a gem! The food was SO GOOD…read more We arrived around 7 on a Saturday night. The darling patio was pretty full but we had a very short wait. Out server Emily was a delight. So friendly and accommodating (and thanks again for the Baklava!) We had the lamb shwarma plate and the fried chicken plate, both with hummus. Also a side of the Za'atar/sumac fries. Fries came out first PIPING hot, crispy, seasoned perfectly nom nom. The entrees quickly followed. The lamb was so tender and juicy and bursting with flavor. And the fried chicken was AMAZING. Shwarma that is breaded with an amazing mixture and fried. Genius! The plates also came with hummus topped with whole chickpeas (YUM), dilled rice, a cabbage salad and other greens, grilled pita bread, olives and my personal favorite, pickled radishes. Many reviews describe them as beets (which I also love) but these are radishes and they pair so well with the rich meat. An umami bomb! Portions HUGE (we have a full meal waiting in the fridge) and prices very reasonable. Patio is a very fun hang with pretty lights. My only knock is on the chairs which are not exactly "comfy." But that's a trivial issue. Service was attentive and staff so friendly and helpful. I can't remember Emily's colleague's name but shout out to her and her Rasputin's shirt (yay Berkeley vibes.) She was great. We will definitely be back at Dune soon!

I've been here a bunch of times and it feels like whenever I'm in the Glendale area I somehow end…read moreup back here. It's a Mediterranean spot that serves some really good food. I almost always go for the hummus meze platter which comes with hummus, rice, salad, pita, falafel, and your choice of protein. I usually get the fried chicken which is crispy on the outside and moist inside. I also like to order a side of fries to share. They come out nice and crispy and are topped with sumac which gives them a really nice flavor. One thing to note is that seating is all outdoors, so if it's cold just bring a jacket. Overall I like this place a lot and I'll definitely keep coming back.

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Outside / ordering window

Pickled Beets Sandwich 8/10 delicious

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Mint iced tea

Dama Grill

Family-owned & operated

Outdoor seating

I LOVE DAMA GRILL!!!…read more I think I've had tried everything on the menu! beef and chicken shawarma are so juicy, tender & flavorful -- make sure you dip them in the garlic and pomegranate molasses that you get for free with your order... it is phenomenal!! Fries are well seasoned and crispy. I highly recommend trying this place!!

This place is all Instagram hype and nothing else…read more The restaurant smelled like urine, the patio reeked of charcoal smoke from the hookah lounge next door, and we had to clean our own table before sitting down. Meanwhile, there were 5 or 6 employees standing behind the counter laughing and chatting while customers were left trying to figure out how to place their own orders on the tablet and clean their own tables. We ordered 3 sandwiches and only got 2. After waiting 20 minutes for the missing sandwich, I asked to cancel it since everyone was already done eating. Instead of apologizing, the staff started lecturing us and asking if we owned a restaurant because they don't apparently bring the whole order together, which makes no sense. You don't halfa$$ an order when you're serving sandwiches... argued about refund and refused to process it Yes, mistakes happen. But when customers are doing the cleaning, teaching themselves how to order, and still not getting their food, that's not a mistake--it's terrible management. Poor cleanliness, awful service, and zero accountability. Avoid this place.

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Chicken shawarma combo

Rice plate

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Beef shawarma wrap

Mizlala West Adams

Love love love this spot. I've dined in numerous times and also ordered delivery from here…read more The food is always shockingly delicious! Each individual item is great on its own but the combination of flavors is what really takes it over the top for me. I usually get the kefta plate, but decided to try the shewarma this time and it was great. Boyfriend loved his salmon plate and insisted we come back :) We also tried the cinnamon halva shakes (not pictured) which were interesting, but not what either of us expected. Very creamy and not too sweet, with the tahini flavor overpowering the cinnamon. The ambiance of this spot is great - love the intimate patio area with string lights. There was a fire going in the stove too which was super cozy. One of my go to classy-casual spots!

First time trying Mizlala. It was an interesting food experience. It's Mediterranean food but their…read moreflavors were a bit different than what I'm used to. I got the schnitzel plate which came with rice, hummus, salad, pita bread, and mustard sauce. The mustard sauce really through me off since I was thinking more of toom sauce or tzatziki sauce. The rice had an odd taste, more on the bland side? However the pita was very hefty and pita pocket ready. The hummus was good with a few yellow chilies (super spicy). The schnitzel was hefty and huge portions almost like 5 pieces of chicken. With the portion size it's a decent price for it. Highly recommend trying out this new taste.

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Chicken plate

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Sofreh

Service was 10/10 . The tall blonde girl was super helpful and gave the best recommendations. Will…read moredefinitely be returning.

Gotta say... Delicious! Not did Aime provide good customer…read moreservice, she was super friendly and delightful! Will be back for sure! Be

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Community Goods

Worth waking up early for!…read more When you get here, here's what you're gonna do. Be in line by 10 AM or earlier with a friend. It'll probably take an hour, but it's worth it! Order an Einspinner, either Matcha or coffee, Then, you guys are gonna share the pistachio toast and the breakfast sandwich. Add bacon and/ or avocado. It's worth the hype! Hailey Bieber wasn't kidding.

After finding out the Pacific Design Center kiosk didn't serve food, we made our way to the…read moreoriginal Community Goods. We got there early on a Saturday morning, so street parking wasn't too difficult, but there was already a pretty long line. Thankfully, it moved steadily--we waited about 45 minutes. We came for the famous bacon sliders, and they definitely lived up to the hype. Delicious! Overall, it was a great breakfast, though I'm not sure I'd go out of my way to wait in line again unless I happened to be in the area bright and early.

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Matcha einspanner and vanilla bean latte

Rok Coffee and Tea

This was a really good spot. I'm not a matcha lover but the drinks here were deliciousread more

I can see why its so highly rated!…read more Street parking, little seating inside but decorated very well and so cute! Service was great, very kind and helpful Ordered a Cafe Duo & Strawberry Shortcake Matcha Duo (default milk is whole milk for both) Cafe Duo: 9/10 Very good loved the coffee cream Strawberry Shortcake Matcha Duo: 9.5/10 great flavor, no grittiness and the flavors didn't overpower each other, very well done. Will absolutely be coming back.

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Matcha duo, lotus einspanner

Strawberry shortcake matcha, Chestnut latte, Mango matcha

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Matcha duo

Takagi Coffee

BEST IN LOS ANGELES!!! -- Service 10/10…read more-- Atmosphere 10/10 PK helped us out and was amazing! We will definitely be bringing our family and friends!

Food was very delicious! Went on a weekday, and got their weekday special for $25: main dish,…read moredrink, and a dessert. Staff were really nice and helpful. And the whole overall aesthetic of the place was really cozy!

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Matcha Azuki Pancake

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Apple pancakes mini stack with walnuts, cinnamon and caramel drizzle. How do they get those pancakes so fluffy?

Bottega Louie

We had an amazing experience at Bottega Louie! Our waiter, Theron H., was absolutely outstanding,…read morefriendly, attentive, and genuinely caring throughout our visit. He took the time to explain the menu in detail since it was our first time dining here, which made us feel very welcome and comfortable. The service was exceptional from start to finish, and the food was delicious. Employees like Theron are a huge part of what makes customers want to return. Bottega Louie is lucky to have him on their team. He truly deserves a raise, for the level of service he provides. Thank you for making our first visit so special. We will definitely be coming back!

Every place has off nights, but this was not what we expected. The interior is classic and classy,…read morehigh ceilings, natural hard stone surfaces, and attentive staff. Our orders were simple, but arrived at odd intervals and some- like the pizza-were lukewarm by the time they were placed. For a last minute stop, this is fine, but not the place for a special occasion.

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Bottega Louie Pepperoni Pizza

Bottega Louie Macarons

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Bottega Louie Branzino

The Coffee Company

staff was very nice and quick! waiter dropped our french fries on his way to our table and we…read moredidn't even know then he brought us a new plate, we completely appreciated the honesty. you can tell they really care about their customers!

Just hopped off the plane and needed some food and seen this cute little spot. When walking in the…read morehost, the baristas and the servers were all smiling saying welcome! The service was fast but not rushed. Immediately about to sit and put my bags down the server already dropped a menu off and a glass pitcher of water. The menu was pretty extensive but I went with the tuna melt and BOY it did NOT disappoint. The tuna melt was incredible. The flavor was on point, pretty hardy. I got the choice between fries or fruit and got the fruit. I don't think the sandwich took more than 10 minutes to get out. Fresh and hot. Had two cups of coffee, kind of wish I got something from the baristas- the drinks looked fantastic. 10/10 would go back. I wish I would've taken a picture but honestly was way too hungry to remember. Must try!!

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Super busy on Sunday!

Coffee bar

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French toast with a mimosa

Matsu Matcha

Love the matcha here. They have so many different variety of matcha drinks, desserts. Light to…read morestrong. It's become my favorite matcha spot in LA. Love their triple matcha!

Matcha gelato is amazing :) Thid place is tucked in a corner plaza in the middle of Ktown next to…read moreother matcha and coffee spots, but the gelato makes it stand out.

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Uji Matcha no. 3 and hojicha gelato

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Uji Matcha no. 3 and hojicha gelato

Kanomwaan Thai Gelato and Dessert Cafe

What a delicious dessert spot! We visited on a Sunday night and although it was busy we were able…read moreto get a table fairly quickly. It's a small space with about 5-6 tables inside and a bench outside. My friends and I ordered a little bit of everything to share. I had the Thai tea and I liked that it wasn't too sweet. We also ordered the matcha gelato and it was really good! The star of the show was the mango shaved iced with the sticky rice. It was delicious and perfect for sharing. I highly recommend to check out if you are looking for a great dessert spot to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Delicious flavors! Especially liked how the coconut shone through the butterfly pea flower coconut…read moreflavor even though it's not my usual choice. Girl working counter hesitated a bit when I asked to try all the flavors but I told her I was out of town so it's like my one chance. There was no one else in line so it's not like I would've held people up. I liked most flavors so it's just up to personal preference. I will say the pandan milk was disappointing cuz I could barely taste the pandan flavor.

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Mango Sticky Rice Shaved Ice

DAMO

My new favorite spot for decadent matcha and hojicha drinks!…read more The cream top on the hojicha einspanner was so creamy and thick, and it was also the perfect level of sweetness. The strawberry matcha einspanner was also yummy and had a great presentation The space is pretty small but there are a few seats available. The line was around 20 minutes long on a Saturday afternoon. Like most spots in ktown, the parking lot is limited and you'll likely need to find street parking, but it is definitely worth the hype!

Order: matcha latte, less sweet Price: $7…read moreLuckily I went during a time that surprisingly wasn't busy. The parking lot was full, but there was street parking right around the corner. Service was friendly and staff were helpful when I asked about adding a matcha cream top to the matcha latte. I ordered my matcha less sweet just in case my drink would be too sweet. The drink wasn't sweet at all which I didn't expect, but it wasn't a bad thing. I wouldn't make any adjustments next time. The matcha was astringent, bitter, and umami. I did taste some slight graininess, but nothing too bad. I think they prepare the matcha as a paste then add it to the top of the milk. I've never seen other places prepare their drinks like this before! Overall, it was a solid drink for an decent price.

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Matcha einspinner

Matcha Einspener | Strawberry Matcha

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Chestnut Einspänner

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Rachel L.

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7 years ago

Probably the best falafel in Los Angeles. A friend told me about this place and now I'm addicted. I tried many falafel places including the east coast but none of them can compare to this Food Truck falafel. They have a pita called the "special" which has eggplant and egg in it as well and I like to order it very spicy. I have no idea why no one told me about this place before But I don't keep this place a secret I told everyone I know and now I'm telling you if you like falafel this is the place to go ! read more

Mike E.

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3

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4 years ago

I ordered a falafel dish, the dish itself was very tasty and the service was pleasant and we did not wait long. The only thing that bothered me was that they put a lot of salads in the dish without asking if to put and I did not ask. Just because it's less of a star. Next time I will ask in advance without salads read more

Anthony Edward-Designs C.

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5 years ago

This truck is in my hood and walk passed it all the time. I moved not far away and went to lunch with my friend and old neighbor and we went and ate there. Omg so good! And owner was so nice. I will definitely coming back and telling all my friends. I had the half pita falafel and inhaled it! Falafel Sandwich read more

Eric J.

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8 years ago

I love this place falaffel in encino re-time in the week we come in to eat this for the Phil we love this please this is a great service great food also good drink everything is perfect and we are happy that we have this place close to us thank you Ron you are the best read more

Igor G.

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6 years ago

The BEST Falafel at town!!!! I see this yellow truck standing near Ventura Blvd x newcastle . and is was amazing freshly falafel. i can't eat anywhere anymore. the is my place!! thanks your " Falafel on wheels". i definitely will come back. read more

Edna C.

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9 years ago

Great guys! What could be better than having the real experience when you eat? This place definitely got it! Young ambition crew who serves great and fresh food! Try to think out of the box- try them! I'm sure you don't regret. read more

Allison T.

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6 years ago

The owner is an amazing man and I really love his sandwiches! Hes been parked in front of the Encino Glatt Mart for a while now and I'm always happy when I see him. Great place if you want to get some authentic falafel. read more

Emil O.

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9 years ago

Love it! Always clean and fresh the Falafel is great as well as the new Burekas option. Based on my experience this is one of the best falafels I ever had tried in the Valley area. read more

A. M.

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9 years ago

Beeng a New Yorker I've been a falafel fan for the longest. Trust me when I tell you this is THE BEST falafel in the valley PERIOD!!! Just try it once and you'll know. read more

Mike S.

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6 years ago

This has to be the best Falafel on the streets. I would highly recommend them to anyone. Their half pitas are the bomb and perfect amount, for only $5.99 :-) read more

Tom T.

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3 years ago

Blocks traffic in no stopping zone after 4 will call parking enforcement 24/7 on them now. Get your truck out of Ventura!!!! read more