This place is such a gym. The food is classic, consistent, and just overall very delicious. I love…read morethat they have so many options for non-meat eaters, especially things that would be traditionally me only. I love the falafel's, but my absolute favorite is just pita and tzatziki. I also have to give a shout out to their sauces, there's so many in. They're all so flavorful and so good. My preference is the spacey green and the white garlic sauce. So so so yummy. There's tzatziki was just so good and authentic tasting. I love the mission that this restaurant stands for and the support they provide to nonprofits. Regarding Service, the team is always prompt and pleasant. I will say if you are ordering at the restaurant to go, it may be best to order ahead since often it can take up to 20 to 30 minutes (from my experience) to get your food. Typically the store space is on the smaller side, so while you can eat in, I typically just take it to go for convenience reasons. I highly recommend this spot, not just for the food, but for the mission.

Excellent! Fresh, tasty, filling and satisfying. That's my description of the falafel sandwich and…read morezatar fries meal I had today. The staff are friendly, courteous and fast. Great experience but I wish they had more locations, at least one near my home in upper MoCo, and I my family and I would eat it everyday.

I must say that this location has changed my opinion of the restaurant after a poor encounter at…read moreanother location. This location was much better and their staff were very friendly and helpful. It's a large location and who wouldn't want to grab a bite here and then find a seat at the beautiful waterfront. I ordered the falafel bowl with a side of hummus. Let's just say that for $5 that bowl was extremely generous in quantity and the fresh quality of each item was AMAZING! I thoroughly enjoyed my bowl. The side of hummus was sinfully good! Something I wouldn't mind ordering again to enjoy with their delicious pita chips Overall, I don't think I'll be visiting any other location but this one because they were fantastic!

The food is probably about 4 stars, the service is one, at least sometimes, and the overall…read moreexperience therefore is a solid avoid for me. If there are a few people they can manage, but if several groups come in, despite having about four staff they turn out sandwiches once every few minutes. It took over 15 minutes for me to get a simple falafel sandwich. They don't have a system to tag and manage orders with the numbers and they're not clearly calling out numbers so you can miss it. As I waited for my sandwich a guy wrapped another sandwich then left it on the counter touching a dirty wadded up napkin--yuck! Seating is all I raise, a few standing tables and a few tables with seats. Beverages like a small can of san pellegrino were about $4 so that offsets the inexpensive falafel. There's definitely better falafel in southeast.

Everything is perfect here! Friendly staff especially the…read moreowner. They are welcoming to all types of people! Maybe food is best way for people to connect and not fight like in the Middle East. The prices are low compared to the fantastic quality. This is my 2nd time takeout. I am from the New York area. I have had a lot of falafel in my life but this is best since it is not too fried, soft inside and so tasty! Also the homemade babaganoush is fantastic! My only wish is they had more space for dining in and expanding the menu to other Middle Eastern items.

Sensational!!!! I traveled all over the city for the best falafel, and I found it here!read more

I've been here a handful of times and enjoyed it every time. Falafel sandwich and chicken shawarma…read moreare reasonably priced and yum. I stopped by this time to try their beef shawarma-- good! It's just as flavorful as chicken and is a little fattier. I would get this again. The wrap they use is different from the chicken shawarma. Chicken's wrap is breadier whereas beef shawarma's wrap is closer to a tortillas. It's chewy and delicious. I didn't use the pomegranate molasses- it's an acquired taste. I can see how it'd be fitting- it's tart so it cuts the fat. Love their garlic sauce. Service is fast and friendly. Parking is limited. There's 3? Parallel spots directly in front and some parking across the street. This location is quite small. I'd recommend for pick up only-- there's outdoor dining space. It's Mosaic!

Best falafels I've had in a long time. Perfect texture and awesome flavor. Falafels are often too…read morehard, but these were perfect. The falafel sandwich is a great deal, and you can use all their sauces. I like the white sauce. This location is takeout only.

I came right at the end of a Yelp event, 10 min before closing and the staff were still welcoming…read moreand full of energy. The shop has a couple of tables inside and there's a terrace right outside with tables, as well as picnic tables further back. I parked across the street, but there may be more parking in the lot next to the restaurant (didn't check myself). I do vegan Mondays, and was able to order a pita with falafel with several veggie toppings and sauces. It was DELICIOUS and filling. They also have lots of drink options, including my favorite flavor of Spindrift. EDIT: I misunderstood the hours! I work nearby so I plan to be back very soon!

Occupying a distinctive building that anyone who has been to Bethesda recognizes, the shop that…read morecurrently occupies it sells falafel and a few other things. They trumpet the fact they fry in avocado oil, and they make a distinctive flat patty. I got a combo with fries and a drink. The toppings I selected; sumac onions, pickled carrots, and several others, were a bit soggy and didn't mix in quite a swell as I'd hoped. The fries were very fried, and the thin cut falafel was interesting but didn't persuade me to give up the usual ball shape. I wasn't sold that it was the best in the area, and with the place only open for lunch there weren't a ton of opportunities to try it on my schedule, but it is a credible entry into the Bethesda lunch scene.

Super authentic, and exceptional service! The food was nice and fresh. Got the beef doner pita and…read morebeef doner plate and some fries. Loved the sauce that came with it as well! Love that had outdoor patio with umbrella for a nice day.

I tried the Iskender gyro platter at Capital Donar Shawarma, and it was a letdown. The dish…read morefeatured tough slices of roast beef instead of lamb, which felt off. The meat lacked flavor, making it a disappointing choice. Additionally, the staff seemed inattentive, which didn't enhance the experience. If you visit, and give it a shot ...stick to a classic gyro or doner sandwich instead.

I ordered delivery from this location. As usual I ordered and paid for extra hummus on the…read moresandwich. And as usual they didn't put it on. I suspect they do this routinely, with enough orders this money adds up. I have never, not once, received a sandwich from this company, ordered either in-person or on-line, in which they have added the extra hummus for which I paid. It's really weird and again it smacks of theft. In the past I have ordered from the Potomac Ave store and they, too, have skipped the hummus on the sandwich. I also requested an order of hummus and pita. The pita is stale. And No, I'm not merely frustrated - it is actually stale. The hummus is cool, yet it runs like water. wt heck, seriously. The sandwich itself was meek and tired looking compared to the sandwich I had at Mamouns in NYC over the weekend. What a waste of money this place is.

Among all the vendors at Western Market, Falafel stood out for how quick, affordable, and…read moremeaningful the experience was. The service was SUPER fast--perfect for a busy lunch/dinner rush-- and the price was very reasonable. The falafel itself was crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside, and everything tasted fresh. I also tried their za'atar fries, which were seasoned perfectly and totally addictive, sch a great side! What made the experience even better was knowing that every meal helps feed refugees in need. If you are looking for a quick, tasty, HEALTHY, and budget-friendly meal with a mission, Falafel is absolutely worth stopping by. :)

This is my favorite falafel place in all of DC and Virginia. The reason is because of the fresh…read morefood and management. I'm on a strict low sodium diet so finding a restaurant that serves zero sodium/low sodium food items can be difficult. Owner informed me that they started making ZERO sodium falafel, which is amazing! So while my partner munches away on his hearty Shawarma wrap, I can devour a delicious, zero sodium, falafel salad. (yes, salad can be that tasty!). The café is clean and tended to.

This is a nice little hidden gem! I came here about 15 minutes before they close and ordered to-go…read more The inside is not that big and only has a couple of tables for dining in. The menu is the perfect size and has the right number of item on it. Even though they were about to close, the staff greeted me as if I was the first customer of the day. Now let's talk about the food!!! I ordered the chicken/lamb shawarma and it was delicious!!!! I asked the guy behind the counter to make it the way he likes it. That turned out to be a good call!!! Overall it was a great experience and I'm pretty sure I'll be coming back.

I created a Yelp account tonight just so I could write about the young man taking orders and…read moreworking the front counter today.... He was slammed (as were his workmates) because of the free sandwich offer.... But he was so polite, courteous, and helpful. Grateful for my falafel dinner tonight!

They ruined the chicken rice bowl. Used to be the best lunch deal in town, now $15 for barely any…read morechicken and veggies. Just heaps of rice and white sauce which feels like an anchor all afternoon. Second time I've had it since the revamp and I won't be coming back. A shame because the staff is always great.

Food was amazing. The people were so friendly and helpful. I will definitely return! Some outdoor…read moreseating as the weather gets warmer is an added bonus.

It's been in the neighborhood a while now and I finally had an opportunity to give it a try. Must…read moresay I was underwhelmed. I'll say the nice thing first, though, which is that they have a nice water dispenser with little cups between the register (where you order) and the food display (where you pick out your fixings and receive your order). So you can have a sip of water while you're waiting the two or three minutes it takes to get your food. I had the "schnitzel," which turned out to be just chunks of breaded/fried chicken breast. Real schnitzel (which this is NOT) is flattened and tenderized by pounding it thin and flat. These were just big, tough chunks, which of course have to be a little overcooked to be cooked through to the center. So that was, to this schnitzel devotee, a disappointment. I guess if you know you're just getting chicken "tenders," it might seem better. The laffa flatbread it was wrapped in had a leathery texture that I did not enjoy, and did not finish. The various fixings I tried--vegetable salads and dips--were good, though. So it was not a complete fail. But for the price there are a lot of places--even some on the very same block--that make a far better meal, and offer a real dining experience to boot. For the full experience, I ate in. And really, the place is a dump. The tabletop was sticky; I had to put down napkins to keep my elbows clean. The sound of a fan dominated the space. They don't seem to have changed the furniture since the Astor days (the service counter is the same, too), though it seems dirtier and more dilapidated and less decorated than it was then. The self-busing stand sort of makes the point that it's really not trying to be more than a takeout joint. At this price point, I expect more. It really made me miss Astor.