The OG of falafel in the northeast, and it doesn't disappoint. Family-run and now in its third…read moregeneration, still with A+ falafel and hummus. Pickled radish and spicy sauce, yes please. Filling you up with goodness for under $15. Shukran, habibi.

For takeout Mediterranean it is really good. Nice amount of chicken in the chicken platter and…read morewasn't overloaded with rice. Added felafel to the platter and they were delish.

My boyfriend and I had an amazing experience at Ali Baba! Everything tasted fresh and homemade,…read morefrom the hummus and spinach pie to the lamb platter and beef gyro. The lamb was incredibly tender, the gyro was juicy and flavorful, and the portions were very generous for such reasonable prices. The owner and waitress were so kind, accommodating of my nut allergy, and even treated us to complimentary dessert and espresso. You could see the owner preparing everything from scratch, and it was obvious how much care goes into each dish. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend Ali Baba to anyone looking for delicious, authentic Mediterranean food!

I've eaten at Alibaba several times, and it has never disappointed. The food is always fresh,…read moreflavorful, and tastes like it's made with care. I love that the portions are so generous--you definitely get your money's worth! The service is always fast, and everyone is genuinely welcoming, which makes every visit enjoyable. It's become one of my favorite places in Hoboken whenever I'm craving authentic Middle Eastern food. If you haven't been yet, you're missing out!

Although I'm cautious on improbable fusion and restaurant names where the storefront name differs…read morefrom the delivery app brand (Mexiterraneo on Doordash), this place provides some clever vegetarian twists if you're feeling plant-based but not 100% salady. In the "build your own" option, I committed to the curveball premise by choosing Mexi-hummus over regular. In that vein, the Impossible kofta seems a better bet than the falafel, but I was quite impressed with the walnut chorizo. They clearly did their homework toward emulating the original, as opposed to places that mash up some black beans and call it a day. Delivery was brisk.

I've lived on First Street for a few years and was surprised when I stumbled on this restaurant on…read moreToo Good To Go - I had never noticed it before! All I can say is... I can't believe I've lived without this in my life for so long!!! I had the Moroccan soup that had a tangy tomato base with rice and chickpeas, mouthwatering falafel, miti miti (turmeric rice & baby spinach), black bean & yams, lentils & carrots, avocado aioli, whole wheat pita and last but DEFINITELY NOT LEAST cabbage salad . Don't get me wrong I do love my fruits and veggies, but I am a meat and potatoes kind of girl, and I can honestly say I didn't miss the meat at all. It was all incredibly filling and delicious. This is definitely my new go to spot!

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.

Friendly service good food!! Meat was tender and portion was…read morehuge! Hood for a quick grab a lunch

Looking through the reviews here, the consensus seems to be 4 stars, but I'm gonna rate it 5 stars…read morebased on the 1 experience I had. Usually not something I'm overly comfortable with, rating a place 5 stars based on 1 experience...a food delivery experience as opposed to a sit-down dine-in experience, at that...but I was stuffed at the end of my meal, the price was more than fair, and the food was pretty damn tasty! At work, a friend/co-worker recommended this place, which I had never heard of. Usually, I can resist entreaties to order food to be delivered when I'm working, but I was coming off of a bad migraine, a negative reaction to the medication I have to take for it and was feeling pretty famished. I decided to give Tastee Platters a try. Looked at their on-line menu and gave my co-worker my order, which he was gracious enough to place (I detest the whole rigamarole of on-line ordering). The food arrived pretty quickly. I ordered the chicken platter, which was a large aluminum container of grilled chicken over basmati rice, served with lettuce, tomato, sauteed onions, a slice of pita, all of it slathered in white sauce. Maybe I was even hungrier than I had initially thought because I gobbled everything down to the last grain of rice. I also ordered the banana pudding, which was unusual for me. I like vanilla or rice pudding, and will even order chocolate pudding in a pinch, but I don't think I've ever had banana pudding. And I've got to say-- it was really, really good, smoothly textured and creamy. Maybe too good, as when I had finished everything, I belatedly became aware that I had consumed way, way too much food. Still, I think the 5 star rating is merited. The food was good and plentiful, I didn't pay a lot for what I ordered, and the ordering and delivery process was relatively trouble free (even though I had nothing to do with that process, other than telling my co-worker what I wanted and handing over my money). Personally, I can't eat like this too often. I'm still dieting (or trying to), and a repast such as this is DEFINITELY counter-productive to that endeavor. But I certainly can't blame Tastee Platters because I fell off the wagon when it came to dieting. And I can't say that I won't fall off the wagon again at some point in the future. Not too often, hopefully...but I'm a fallible human, after all! Recommended. Good food for a good price.

Amazing Food... Great Flavor!…read moreAffordable!! God Knows we need that now!!! Great location!! Well Done!!!

While strolling NYC/NJ there are so many street food options that just seem irresistible... i…read morestopped by this food truck after a very long Sunday of commuting, sight seeing and exploring.. the shawarmas were so good, just what we needed! The portion was generous, we tried a lamb & a chicken, with fries. I liked it, but it had too much sauce, maybe a little less would have been more enjoyable.. there was no line when we arrived, yet the wait time was quite long... i saw other dishes coming out that looked delicious, i would visit again and explore other menu items.

A few tables inside, very fast service, also make sure to ask about their daily specials…read more I grabbed the falafel pita sandwich. priced at about $8, i loved it. I loved how saucy the pita sandwich was. They added pickles. There was plenty of sauce. there were big clumps of falafel that were fried perfectly. the pita was soft, but warm. Overall, i really liked mine and would come back for other items. They also have egyptian teas and drinks available.

I was craving for chicken over rice and saw this place was nearby and decided to try it out. I…read morethought this would be the standard chicken over rice but it wasn't. I ended up getting the chicken shawarma over rice and asked for extra white sauce. I got this order to go and when I got home, I already knew it wasn't good from the looks of it. The rice wasn't good. It was wet and tasted off. The chicken was completely dry and didn't have much flavor even though it looks like it does. I asked for extra white sauce and they only gave a small container of it on the side. This meal was a disappointment especially since it cost $14.xx. I ate maybe a quarter of it and the rest went in the trash. Will not be returning.

My mom and I were starving after walking in the summer heat all day we popped into this place and…read morewere SOO happy the food and service came out the way it did. Seriously delicious, food is made right there and the stuff was super friendly and attentive. Would definitely come back!

Cute, quick service spot. Me and my partner were starving before heading to the city and stopped…read morehere real quick for a bite. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. Absolutely loved that greek cheese & the chicken flavor was amazing. Good portion size for the price I'd say. Workers were kind & good service. It was such a cute spot, I'll be back!

I had researched a ton of places to eat lunch in Chelsea Market and Miznon didn't come up as a…read moresuggestion. My friend and I decided we were in the mood for Mediterranean food when Miznon caught our eye. It wasn't very crowded but smelled delicious. We ordered the lamb kabob and the famous cauliflower to share. It was exactly the right amount of food for a lunch. The pita was easily the best I ever had. Light and fluffy. Same with the yogurt sauce - I could not get enough of it. The tomatoes on each table and vegetable displays were a nice touch, elevating the atmosphere from fast casual to something a little special. Will be back to try the steak and the green beans! And with so many places to eat in Chelsea Market, that's saying a lot to say we will return.

Inside Chelsea Market, this little joint is cozy and serves cocktails. It's a perfect hideaway if…read moreyou want a casual bite and chat with a friend. Their service is friendly and helpful. The meal was delicious and perfect to pair with a drink. The seating is not the most comfortable but it's definitely good enough for an hour.

I'm not quite a regular but I eat lunch here almost once a month. I'm disappointed that this store…read moreis using plastic containers now. Well, I don't know where its garbage and recyclables wind up outside the store. Anyway, the food and staff are always nice. Nice to dine-in, in case something is missing in your order. I order chicken shawarma and made my own bowl. Also, ordered the Ginger Mint Lemonade which is tasty with light ice.

Taim on 57th Street in Manhattan is next door to my office. I can order and pick up in minutes…read more After my first order, I realized I had an account because they keep offering me free items almost daily. They have a wrap that's chicken, or beef and lamb, in lavash (flat bread) with many toppings (you can choose some or all). That comes with a sugar-free soda. It's a great lunch deal for $10. Counter staff are friendly and efficient. I recommend the tabouli and the beet salad.