This was a delightful find on Mamaroneck Avenue. I ordered a shawarma chicken in pita for…read moretake-out. The staff were friendly and accommodated my curiosity when I asked what the "red paste" was; it was red pepper hummus and I asked them to add it to the top of my pita. Now for the food itself; this was a really good pita sandwich. The chicken was cooked well, all the ingredients seemed fresh, and it was a nice change from the usually "middle eastern" style of chicken in pita. Don't get me wrong, the middle eastern pita sandwich is still my "go to", but this pita will also be in my take-out lunch rotation. You should give this place a try.

Updating my review to five stars because I am now totally a fan! Every time I'm in White Plains, I…read morewant their hummus and it's so creamy, such a generous portion, lots of olive oil, so darn good (photos below). I crave it all the time with their fluffy pita. Have to give them five stars for their delicious hummus and Israel love on the walls! 5 stars!!!

This halal spot never disappoints. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. I…read moreespecially love the grilled chicken and lamb combo over rice -- the meat is tender, juicy, and pairs perfectly with their sauces. You can tell they take pride in serving quality food every single time. It's one of those reliable places you can count on when you're craving something hearty and satisfying. The woman who takes the orders is always warm, attentive, and truly makes every visit feel personal. She remembers regular customers and takes the time to make sure everything is just right. It's that combination of great food and even better service that keeps me coming back again and again.

Good food, great service at the front register! But the chicken portions are certainly getting…read moresmaller. Going to have to call this place NY Rice and Chicken soon.

Incredible! Everything was fresh, perfectly seasoned, and absolutely delicious. The atmosphere is…read morewarm and inviting, making it the perfect spot for lunch or a dinner date or with the fam. The staff was incredibly friendly, helpful, and very knowledgeable about food allergies, which made the experience even better. I ordered the deluxe lamb dish, and it was so good I wish I had ordered enough to meal prep for the entire week! The falafel was hands down the best I've ever had. I can't recommend this restaurant enough--we will definitely be back!

Everything that Allan's makes is fantastic. I would love to meet Allan but he is never there…read more However his food is beyond delicious and superbly good. It's expensive but it is worth every penny.

My hubby used to work in Yonkers and was bragging about this place. Fast forward to last week when…read morewe happened to be driving through Yonkers and were hungry. This place does not disappoint! We ordered the falafel sandwiches and they were outta this world. Pitas stuffed full of moist fresh falafel and delicious sauces. If I wasn't so full I'd order more stuff. The staff is friendly and warm. They have a few tables for a quick meal and it's clean.

Falafel Place on Central Park Avenue is a popular choice for freshly prepared falafel pita…read moresandwiches. They serve all vegetarian Middle Eastern falafel and hummus served with assorted vegetables and sauces. All delicious! We ordered our falafel platter to go. Servers are friendly and prepare your orders individually. **They are now neighbors to the recently opened Chick-fil-A next door with long lines ** Thank you

I honestly have no words--this is hands down the best place for falafel and shawarma! Nana Good…read moreEats never disappoints. Everything is fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. Highly recommended! :))

Delicious and fresh ingredients! Every bite takes you back to a place you have never been to but…read morefeel at home for. Service was quick and accommodating. They are very helpfully with their menu. If you are ever in Whitestone and are dying for something vegan, don't think twice to come here. You won't regret it!

Wanted a quick food stop off the Merritt Parkway in CT. Layla's was perfect. The chicken schwarma…read morewas packed with flavor and the pita overflowed it had so much packed inside. The pita was soft and fresh and the hummus creamy and delicious. Have all their locations saved for future trips. Staff was friendly and the food was prepared fresh and fast. It smelled so good we never took pics as we ate it so fast.

Great spot, delicious food and wonderful service . Recommend highly. Need quite often and it's…read moreconsistently very good

Soom Soom is genuinely a perfect restaurant. I am amazed at their offerings, especially the…read moreeggplant and cauliflower shawarma. Service is always great, and the entrees are reasonably priced. I adore the cauliflower pita, and it gets loaded with every yummy topping you can think of! The perfect mix of flavors, including a little spice. The space itself is small, with just a few tables inside to each (and a couple outside as well). I highly recommended Soom Soom for everyone - there will be something for you! My new go-to lunch spot on the UES!

I ate at Soom Soom two days in a row ordering the cauliflower pita day 1 and the falafel pita the…read morenext day, I didn't make it back for day three to try the eggplant pita. Both pitas were good, filling, and as others have mentioned, I also forgot to ask for sauces they offer only if asked, which might have taken the pita from a 4 to a 5 (unlikely). Solid spot for lunch and it gets busy, so get there a bit early to avoid the line and the rush when assembling your order.

Very delicious falafel in pita! Not too salty and oily and was full of flavor! Highly recommend!read more

This place is now my favorite falafel spot in all of nyc thate first and I just got back form…read moreIsrael and they can match any and most of those as well. The shwarma was not the best I ever had but was one of the good ones for sure. So this will be my spot from now on for sure !! Shame i never seen or heard of them as all passed this block for the last 20 years .

Classic for a reason. I've been coming here since high…read moreschool and now I'm... (decades older). But it's still a little storefront with a few inside tables. The service is still quick and friendly even though I no longer see the original to me owners. The falafel sandwich is loaded and the falafel balls are still crisp on the outside, warm, and herby on the inside. Perfect. Solid meal for a reasonable price.

Opened in 1971 by Syrian immigrant Mamoun Chater, the flagship Greenwich Village location on…read moreMacDougal Street is the oldest falafel shop in New York City. Operating out of a tiny, fast-moving storefront, Mamoun's is a legendary staple of Village food culture, known for serving affordable Middle Eastern classics late into the night. Using their exact menu terminology, here is how the food breaks down: Shawarma Sandwich: Thinly sliced 100% lamb cooked slowly on a vertical spit with signature spices, stuffed into a warm pita pocket with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and smooth tahineh sauce. The Manhattan: One of their loaded signature sandwiches featuring deep-fried falafel, creamy hummus, smoky baba ganouj, and fresh tabbouleh, all packed into a pita with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, pickled turnips, olives, and tahineh. Famous Hot Sauce: Made in-house from imported hot pepper spices, this signature crimson sauce is famously potent--just a few drops add a massive kick of heat to any sandwich or plate. Lines often stretch down MacDougal, but the team works with speed to get sandwiches out in seconds. A timeless NYC destination for quick, authentic Middle Eastern food.

I've lived next to this place for 5 years now and although it always smelled delicious never made…read moreit out til today. The smell was just too enticing Menu is simple and affordable. I got few whole pitas plus humus. Food was cheap but tasted delicious Whole pita is stuffed with 5 falafel balls fries, salad, cabbage, pickles and more. Tahini sauce is flavorful and a pita leaves you stuffed for $10 The humus is creamy and with a hint of lemon. Highly recommend and will definitely be back Plus the place is vegetarian which is great when entertaining a friend of ours who is vegan.

After my doctor's visit, I was craving some falafel and decided to visit this place since it's…read morepinned on my google map. The restaurant is certainly clean and I like how it's in the open so you can see all the action and cleanliness. I ordered their falafel whole pita sandwich and was told I can add whatever choosing I wanted. I also ordered two sides of their falafel balls to enjoy. They were 3 balls for $1. As for the sandwich, I thought it only tasted okay. I was very hungry at that point so if I thought my sandwich was okay then I know I'm not a fan of it. The flavoring was bland, I asked for spicy sauce but didn't taste any. I also asked for the fried eggplants to find out as I'm biting into it that there was none. Make sure you watch them when asking for your choosing. They might now hear you and you'll just end up feeling disappointed like me because I love the taste of eggplants. Regarding the falafel ball, I thought it was too doughy. I usually like them a little more loose and garlicy.