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    Falafel Queen

    4.5 (45 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Cynthia Denice O.

    What an amazing experience at Falafel Queen here in El Segundo! This spot actually used to be a sushi place I frequented years ago, and while it's sad they didn't survive the pandemic, I couldn't be happier with what's here now. Falafel Queen is truly a gem. Their original location is in the Mid-Wilshire district (Pico & Redondo), and now they've brought their flavor to the South Bay. Today I got to meet Benito, the Latino owner with over 30+ years of experience in Mediterranean cuisine. He personally made my falafel sandwich to go, paired with their in-house chips, a fresh 8-oz hummus, and a guava soda drink (they've got a great variety of drinks to choose from). Everything is made fresh to order, and you can taste the quality in every bite. The menu is clear, well put together, and the ingredients are vibrant and delicious. Benito himself is warm, friendly, and easy to talk to -- you can feel his passion for food and hospitality. As someone who pays attention to food safety, I was impressed to see how well the kitchen operates, which made me appreciate it even more. The restaurant has both indoor and patio seating, it's located in a convenient shopping plaza, and parking is plentiful. Whether you're in El Segundo or anywhere in the South Bay, I strongly encourage you to check out Falafel Queen. I can't rave enough -- this place is a great addition to the community, and I'm excited to keep coming back for more!

    Falafel Queen  Mediterranean Food El Segundo, CA

    We love this place! One of the best shawarmas I've ever had in my life. It is the sister location of the Westwood staple Falafel King. You have to get the beef and lamb Shawarma with cheese. The homemade chips with their home made tahini and hot sauce is next level. The falafels are perfect and everything is homemade. Supporting restaurants like this is important, if we don't they will be replaced with Chipotle. Please visit this spot and spread the word.

    Eddie D.

    Falafel Queen has finally opened a restaurant in the South Bay, conveniently located in Downtown El Segundo with plenty of parking. The owner, Benito, is incredibly friendly and welcoming, with a strong commitment to both food quality and customer service. Having worked at Falafel King in Westwood from 1987 until its closing in 2019, Benito now brings his years of expertise to his Mid-Wilshire restaurant and to this new spot, serving up delicious falafels, shish kabobs, shawarmas, and other fresh, healthy Mediterranean dishes. I stopped by today and had the steak kabob sandwich--tender, medium-rare steak just as I ordered, paired with mixed greens, tahini dressing, and a side of hot sauce. It was absolutely incredible! And don't miss their homemade, ultra-crispy, thinly sliced potato chips--they're addictive! Highly recommended!

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    Jim M.

    Excellent quick service falafel, salads and wraps. The gentlemen who work there are always super nice; one of the guys in particular. T hey make the falafel and the meat when you order so everything is fresh and excellent. My go to is the falafel plate with a can of Diet Coke. There is a small lot with parking. I usually opt for the street parking since the lot gets busy with everything nearby in the area. There are a few two-seater tables inside but I usually get my order to go. Have never had anything I didn't really enjoy from Falafel Queen.

    Jiemei G.

    Stopped here on a whim. Service was incredibly kind and fast. Suggestions were made regarding what was good. Even brought out free falafel samples for my kids. Got the chicken plate with salad has the babaganoush and the spicy eggplant. Both good salad was fresh. Portion was plentiful with pita and homemade potato chips. Falafel was very fresh and tastes good. Has indoor seating mostly two seaters but very clean. No bathroom, park in plaza. Would come back!

    Cindy D.

    Best falafel in the South Bay and all of Los Angeles! The falafel pita sandwich consists of herby, well-seasoned deep fried falafel balls that are crunchy on the outside yet still fresh and moist on the inside. It is served in a pita pocket full of fresh veggies and freshly made hummus and topped off with bonus pieces of deep fried, battered thinly pieces of potatoes. Falafel Queen is a revival of Falafel King in Westwood. The owners decided to closed down and thankfully Benito who worked there as the cook/chef for over 25 years decided to open a his own restaurant and continue the tradition. Falafel Queeserves fresh, healthy and deliciously craveable food made quickly and fresh to order. The chicken shawarma is also delicious and you can't go wrong with an extra side order of the deep fried potatoes and baba ganoush. Benito is always very friendly, attentive, quick and welcoming.

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    Anika E.

    Great hole in the wall! I've never been to Falafel King in Westwood, but having eaten at Falafel Queen, now I get the fanfare. This spot is a tiny corner joint in a strip mall across from Standard Station. We were the only ones in there at the time, but the food was stellar. Ordered the baba ganoush and the falafel sandwich. WOW/ the baba ganoush was chunky and smoky, and came with these cute house made potato chips. The falafel sandwich had so much flavor, and literally bursting at the seams (of the pita). Don't forget the hot sauce! Please come and support, you won't regret it. They also have beef, lamb, chicken, steak, and salmon. I want to come back and try the dolmas!

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    Great falafels, I would go back just for those. But a weak shawarma. I would not have it again. Nice gentlemen behind the counter though.

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