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    Joe's Falafel

    4.7 (3.7k reviews)
    ModerateMediterranean
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Deanna T.

    Just had lunch at Joe's Falafel today and I'm already thinking of returning back! My friend and I decided to grab lunch after our workout and this was on the way to our next destination. She really found such a great place! I rarely eat falafels because they're generally too dry or hard, but I'm so happy I tried it at this namesake restaurant. Food: * Shawarma Lafa ($15.95) - came highly recommended and definitely did not disappoint. The lafa, which the employees associated with lavash, looks like pita, but it's really just a softer and fluffier flatbread, was made in-house. It is such a delightfully chewy bread. Such a hefty wrap of chicken shawarma, hummus, lettuce, tomato and tahini sauce and I astonishingly finished the whole thing. * Falafel ($1) - this deep fried ball arrived in a dark golden exterior and one bite revealed a perfectly crispy/crunchy, yet fluffy, herbaceously nutty-flavored and dare I say slightly moist interior. Wait, I'm hooked! I knew instantly I wanted more of this high-quality falafel! Ordered to go because it was that good: Shawarma Plate ($18.95) - must sub the pita for lafa ($1.50). I brought this for my partner because I really wanted him to try the food here. He demolished everything! Four Falafels ($4) - this was what I really wanted for later. My friend also ordered four more to go too! We placed our take out orders in her trunk and within a minute or two, the heavenly smell permeated the air. I was already so full from my meal, but the scent of the falafels really made me want to eat another one. Notes: ~ Hours from 11 AM to 9 PM on Mondays - Saturdays and 12 to 8 PM on Sundays ~ Casual dinery tucked into a small strip mall on Cahuenga Blvd in Studio City ~ About 13 parking spots directly in front, but there's also metered street parking as well as an underground level ~ Interior looks like it's been updated recently. The chairs look new and add a coziness appeal to the restaurant. ~ One unisex restroom that's quite spacious ~ Very friendly and quick service ~ By far the best falafel I've had in the City of Angels ~ Their website has online ordering from 11:15am - 8:30pm almost daily ~ They said they ran out of Lentil Soup, but it could also just be out of season as I don't see it on their online menu ~ Add to your bookmarks/list because this local, family-run establishment is a must visit!

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    Sergio Z.

    After have a great time at Universal Studios Hollywood we're very hungry after the fun and walking at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal City walk. I told my wife let's go to Joe's Falafel to have Mediterranean cuisine,the restaurant is very short distance from Universal Studios Hollywood. We arrive at the restaurant at a good time before the crowed gets in,we step and look at the menu display to see what to order. My friends tells me the food at Joe's Falafel amazing good they it's hard to choices from their menu everything is good. My wife decided order the falafel plate and I order the Chicken kabobs plate and comes with two pita bread. It took about minutes because everything is made fresh and made to order and fresh to your table. They brought our meal to our table the food looks mouth-watering delicious I took a bite of the chicken kabobs the meat was so tender and juicy and cook perfect and they marinate the chicken with spices and other ingredients they make the chicken perfect. The plate come with salad very good it have a vinaigrette dressing in the salad. The yellow rice another great side full of flavor so good and the hummus incredible good good I enjoy a good freshly hummus on my plate it add flavors to the meal. The two pita bread were surprised me it feel like bread thick this is totally new to me compare to other pita bread. My wife enjoy her falafel plate she love falafel I knowing the falafel is made fresh daily with fresh ingredients she's know how falafel taste and feel and cook perfect. Overall we enjoy the food at Joe's Falafel very much coming to the restaurant for the first time.

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    Regine S.

    This is my first time ordering from Joe's Falafel. I had read the reviews and I saw it was all very positive so I wanted to give it a try and it did not disappoint.‼. I got their special buy one get one free Gyro plate and I called Eli the manager to ask him juicy which he accommodated me turned out really good! The plate comes with a mini salad a little bit of hummus, some pita bread, saffron rice, and the Gyro meat His food is super fresh and delicious. I will definitely order again super soon

    Best pita bread I've had Hummus and everything was delicious Really love it ! The salad also perfect

    Jackie W.

    Delicious food!! Everything was fresh, and the meat was tender, perfectly seasoned and flavorful. The owner is so sweet, and really cares about his family business and the food quality and customer service really show that. Highly recommend. The Laffa bread is incredible, soft on top and crispy on the bottom. Falafels really good too.

    Autumn L.

    Went again today to one of my all time favorites! This is the perfect pre citywalk meal!!! Got the laffa falafel as usual, and it was incredible. Hot, well seasoned, and delicious. We also got a free falafel from Joe himself! He spoke to us for a bit and made us feel so welcome. I love going to a family owned business, and the fact that they have top tier food keeps me coming back! They also got new tables and chairs (shows you how often I've been, lol) that make the experience even better. Try Joe's Falafel, I promise you won't be disappointed.

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    Casey V.

    I absolutely LOVE Joe's Falafel. I think it's one of my all time favorite food spots in Los Angeles. I've tried pretty much everything on the menu and it's all incredible!!!! The chicken is perfectly juicy and flavorful, the pita is incredibly pillowy and soft and the portions are rather generous. I could go on forever. The staff here is so so kind and always makes me feel like I'm family. I've found a little piece of heaven. Who knew I'd find it in a strip mall in Studio City?

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    The food is so yummy! On top of that, the owner and employees are so friendly and hospitable. I always get the same thing but Joe never disappoints. Their pita bread and falafel are reason enough to make the drive. The atmosphere is also very cozy and comforting. I'm not in LA too often, but whenever I am I always come to Joe's. It's worth the extra drive.

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    This was sooo good! Staff was attentive and the falafel was wonderful. Not much in terms of ambiance, but the food more than makes up for it

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    By far the best falafel I've had. Delicious and reasonably priced. Nice, clean setup to dine in. I would highly recommend Joe's Falafel.

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    BEST. FALAFEL. EVER! How is it SO good? Seriously, how is it so delicious??? Fresh and hot and perfectly seasoned every time.

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    3 months ago

    Great gyros! One of the best around. Good chicken shawarma, never tried the falafels.

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    Are your falafels and tahini vegan?

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    Does anyone know if the meat served here is Halal?

    No, according to the owner, the meat is not halal.

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    We just got home from dinner here and my wife and I loved it. The food was absolutely top notch. We…read morestarted with the potatoes in garlic sauce and an order of the haroumi and watermelon. What a great kick off! As for our mains, we both ordered a variation of the combo plates. I had the chicken tawook and beef. The Mrs. had the chicken and lamb. All good. Based on the food alone, we would recommend this place to anyone with a beating heart and more importantly, a mouth. This is quality food at a quality price. The atmosphere? Really great. It's a little dark and twinkly inside which sets a nice tone. There is cool artwork adorning every piece of wall, the place is very easy on the eyes...including the restrooms. Very clean. Our sever, didn't catch his name, but what a nice dude. Was super helpful without being "too much" he should teach a server class. He's pretty much who you want taking care of your table. He knew the menu well and made great suggestions. It was actually refreshing. We will come back, most likely with the family. Our waiter told us that they can accommodate larger groups which is great. I recently ate food at Saffy's and I didn't enjoy it one bit. The servings there are too small, too pretentious and too overpriced. Open Sesame is the exact opposite and that's why it rules. A wonderful experience in Beverly Boulevard.

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