Met up with a group of ladies for a networking event here. It was a vibe! The staff, the vibe, and the wine were great! I enjoyed the vegan gyro nachos! This was only my second time visiting an all vegan restaurant in Houston and I was pleasantly surprised! read more

I tried this place reportedly and was always let down. Chicken was always dry. I decided to order ahead using Ritual app and now I like this place. I think the time it takes me to come pick it up allows the meat to marinade with the sauce. Now it's my quick lunch standby. Recommend, but always order ahead! read more

I've eaten here a few times when working downtown and have ordered to go as well. Location/Decor - 3* This place is in the tunnel system in downtown. It's a minimalist design with menu board and buffet style line to see your options for building it your way. The tunnels have a common eating area for all businesses in this area. Food - 3.5* Can't say that I've ever been disappointed with anything I've ordered. Bowls, salads, falafels, etc. I would not say it is the "best" I've ever tasted having lived in the Middle East for significant periods of time, but by no means is it a poor representation! It definitely holds its own. Cost - 4* As I always say this is subjective, but IMO the pricing is reasonable and it is in line with other establishments in the tunnel system. There is a slight premium, but definitely nothing to prevent someone from giving it a chance! Service - 5* Every time I come here these folks are quick to acknowledge you and help make decisions if you're trying to figure out what to try. They will let you try various sauces as well! Definitely super friendly folks. Overall - 4* It's one of the better options in the tunnel system if you're looking for some Mediterranean/ Lebanese / ME influenced flavors! I will continue to support this business and encourage others to give it a try! read more

Good, quality food for under 10 bucks! JF originated in Abu Dhabi, UE and has a food truck/burrito house feel. Choose burrito or bowl, rice or lettuce. Pick your veggies (including hummus), then select your meat (or falafels) and sauce at the end. JF also offers sides, such as soup of the day, falafels, tabouleh, or a side salad. As you choose your sauce, pay special attention to the calories of the sauces, posted on the glass. Note that JF Special Sauce is the least healthy. I normally go with the Tzatziki sauce. One thing that caught my eye is that JF offers "pickled cucumbers" which everyone who ordered called them by that name. Aren't "pickles" actually cucumbers that are pickled? I guess that's the same as calling a hamburger a "steakburger". If you want a great snack, stop by and get some falafels. Excellent! The line gets a bit long at lunch, but expect the workers to get you through as quickly as possible. read more

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Falafels don't make you feel awful - but you will be ALL FULL! Cause you are going to eat the whole thing! If you don't like falafels, stay far away from this place... but if you do, you should go at least once a week. Otherwise, you are nothing but a wanna b falafel lover. The world doesn't need more posers, get a life and love your falafel. read more

Fresh, healthy, delicious, and filling! There are so many options for all dietary types including plenty of options for vegans/vegetarians. The veggies are always fresh and you can tell the owner takes quality seriously. Their customer service is also excellent, the entire staff is very friendly and did I mention the food is delicious?? The portions are also perfect. If you're looking for quality and quantity, this is the place. Just Falafel is just amazing! read more

So excited for this healthier addition to One Allen Center. I was warmly greeted and introduced to the ordering process which is similar to Chipotle. #1 Choose your vessel: Wrap or Bowl, if opting for bowl, you then have to choose between carb or not, aka rice or just salad. #2 Choose your protein: Falafel, Chicken, or Beef, (their meat is shaved right off the spit!) *$2.50 for Extra protein #3 How do you want your stuff to taste: If you don't feel like decision making, you can opt for the ORIGINAL getting all the traditional street food toppings OR If you like to pick and choose, see #4. #4 BUILD YOUR OWN: -Choose a Spread: Hummus, Garlic Sauce, Olive Tapenade or Red Pepper Hummus -Choose your toppings: In addition to typical shredded lettuce, tomatoes, slaw mix, jalapeno, roasted corn, char grilled peppers, and onions, JF also offers radish, cucumbers 3 ways (salad, pickled, or plain), and my favorite herbs! Yes, I definitely suggest adding some mint and parsley as they are quite refreshing! *$1 extra you can add avocado and/or feta cheese. -Choose a sauce or dressing: Sauces: Chili, Salsa, Indian, Tahina, Tzatziki, JF Special Dressing: JF Lemon and Honey Mustard *$0.75 for extras Trying to be a bit healthy, I opted for the build your own falafel salad bowl with regular and red pepper hummus and a side of Tahina. I really liked how I was getting all my veggies in and enjoyed the crunch from the chickpea falafel! The falafel was well fried, and I was surprised to find out they use rice bran oil, so yay for no peanut allergies! I felt the falafel had a mild flavor by itself, but paired with some hummus and sauce it was good! Being their first day of opening, I feel like there is still room for improvement but tis the nature of opening a new establishment. They ran out of chicken when I got there an hour to close, but I was lucky to sample a bit and man it was good! The chicken was very tender and had a nice balance of flavor- savory, peppery, and had a nice acidity to it. I will definitely be back to explore more of their menu, and love the concept of Mediterranean food to go! read more

Just Falafel - Choose your toppings! - Falafel Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Absolutely no flavor! I ordered the bowl, half rice and half salad with falafel. I added hummus and taziki sauce. For a place called just falafel, the falafel was dry and had zero flavor. The rice was clumpy and under cooked. The entire meal was cold. I would not return and I would advise you to eat elsewhere with so many other options in the tunnels! read more

Just Falafel is located in the downtown tunnel, off Dallas Street. The downtown tunnel is mostly forgotten by anyone who doesn't work downtown, but it has a number of great restaurants. Well, I tell you what... it's well worth the drive in! The first thing you notice as you walk up to order is how clean everything is. This is very important - it shows attention to detail. You can expect that if they put that much attention into keeping the kitchen clean, then they probably put the same care into everything else they do. That puts a smile on my face. What a friendly bunch here at Just Falafel! As I walked in, I was quickly greeted with some big hellos and even bigger smiles. I love this - it can really brighten your day and always adds to the culinary experience! If you have been following me very long, then you know I have an infatuation with salsas, sauces and condiments. Every Mexican restaurant I go to I ask them to build me a salsa flight so I can try all their creations. Well, at Just Falafel I found it only fitting to try all their sauces, too. My off-the-menu Sauce Flight (which I highly recommend) consisted of Sriracha, Tzatziki, Tahina, Garlic, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Spicy Indian, Tomato Salsa, JF Special, Honey Mustard and Ranch served up with a mound of Falafels and hand-cut fries. Ahhmazing is an understatement! All these sauces had a special place in my heart, but my favorites were the Tahina, Tzatziki, Spicy Indian, Garlic and JF Special. You can taste the hard work and passion that is put into every sauce. Loved it! We wanted to get a feel for the whole menu, so we tried a little bit of everything. After the Sauce Flight, we ordered the Original Falafel, Original Lamb Gyro, Chicken Shawarma, Original Beef Shawarma Wrap and the Chicken & Rice bowl - a dish that is perfect for those who are gluten-free. I am a sucker for a Lamb Gyro, so, of course, this gem was a sure favorite. The Original Lamb Gyro was packed and filled with thinly-sliced Lamb, Spring Mix, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Cucumber, Pickles and Tzatziki Sauce. We also added a side of Greek Fries. The combination of flavors - along with the house-made Tzatziki Sauce - was like fireworks exploding on every taste bud! Creamy, crunchy and chewy all at the same time. A definite go-to for me here at Just Falafel! The Greek Fries are another one of my favorites here at Just Falafel. I added them as a side, but I have to tell you it is more like an entrée. These hand-cut fries are topped with a mound of Chopped Lamb, Green Onions, Feta Cheese and drizzled with Tzatziki Sauce. I could not put my fork down... it just kept diving back in like a shovel into the mound of greatness! Each bite was better than the last. I like... I like a lot! The Original Chicken Shawarma Wrap is built with Chicken, Cucumber, Pickles, Lettuce, Skin-on Fries and Garlic Sauce. We had it served with Falafels. Take a look at the photography and see for yourself. Incredible! All the vegetables were really fresh and had a nice crunch. The chicken was extremely flavorful and that Garlic Sauce just really put it over the top! At the last minute, I noticed what looked like a couple of tacos being served up to someone at the counter. Hmmmm... interesting. I quickly found out they serve Falafel Tacos here at Just Falafel. Only in Texas - ha! We had to try them for ourselves. The flour tortilla is filled with wonderful Falafel, Natural Cage-free Egg, Tomato and Parsley and drizzled with Tahini Sauce. Not only is this taco perfect for Vegans, but it's also full of flavor. Unique AND tasty! I didn't think my experience at Just Falafel could get any better... and then it did! For dessert, I was served up a Nutella Quesadilla. It's prepared like you would imagine - a Tortilla filled with Nutella and Graham Cracker Crumbles. OMG... another unique and very sweet addition to the menu! Again, letting me know I am in the Lone Star State with this Tex-Mex influence. Not sure it gets much better! Wow! That is the first word that comes to mind when I think about my first of many experiences at Just Falafel. This unique style of Mediterranean cuisine in a fast-casual environment is incredible. They really are redefining street food here and my quick culinary vacation to the Middle East via Just Falafel was filled with savory herbs and exotic spices with flavors that I truly love! And for that, I thank you guys. read more

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Yummmy!!! I love this place, fresh food, amazing sauces, generous amounts, very affordable and a friendly staff! A must try! read more

Love this place. I work across the street and eat here about once a week. Food is always fast and delicious.

I could find myself eating here everyday! It's in Allen center food court in the tunnel, so close to work and I love their falafels! They are crispy on the outside and soft in the inside. I ordered the rice bowl with falafels both times. First time the original, second I did build your own. I will continue to stick with the build my own option. I also LOVE the rice. It's moist and would taste good by itself. Oh, the other thing I'm a fan of; the pickled cucumbers. Get those for sure. It's not a pickle. It's a semi-spicy pickled cucumber. I also got a side of roasted red pepper hummus. I wish they had fresh pita with the hummus instead of pita chips. Just a personal preference. I can't have everything I want and it won't stop me from ordering hummus to snack on mid-day. read more

Just Falafel - Menu...I ate all my food while writing the review.... - Falafel Near Me - Houston, Texas

I just got this delivered and it was delicious. I recently started eating vegan a few days a week, and this was an easy choice. I had the falafel wrap and a side of baba ganoush. I loved the wrap. The falafel was well seasoned and was not dry at all. I enjoyed the addition of the fresh herbs, especially the mint. The baba ganoush was ok, it didn't have a lot of flavor or seasoning. Overall, I would definitely order the wrap again! It was super filling and a good price. read more

I got some pretty good takeout from this place. It was really affordable and the driver was passable and prompt. The falafel was wonderful. I got the garlic dipping sauce. It wasn't the best. I will try another next time. I also got a lamb gyro wrap. This left a little to be desired. The meat was a little bland. It had that same garlic sauce on it that left a bit to be desired. Overall this place is OK and I recommend the falafel read more

Just Falafel - Falafel and garlic sauce - Falafel Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I was craving falafel but also trying to be healthy so I was a bit of a difficult customer with my order. I wanted just falafel and beef shawarma with no sides or wraps. I expected a big fat no or at least some attitude but the people working there were completely nice and accommodating and didn't seem the least bit put out. They were just grateful to have a customer! I wish more places and people were like that. I apologized for being so difficult and the guy was like not at all! Anytime you want this you come back and we will make it for you. Not to mention both the beef and falafel were delicious! I will definitely be back. read more

I'm sorry I didn't take a picture but the food was amazing. I got the salad bowl with red pepper hummus, lamb, topped with spicy garlic and chili sauce. Delicious!!!! read more

This gem of a place has wonderful food. Throughly enjoy the chicken shawarma bowl, it is delicious. Loved the Tzatziki sauce. The JF special sauce is just that-special. The fries had a great seasoning/taste. Everything was perfectly done. I also had the pleasure of meeting the owner. He is kind and generous. If you work downtown or need a great place to lunch, this place in the Allen Center tunnels is highly recommended! -- at Just Falafel Houston. read more

Into its 3rd week, unfortunately Just Falafel is still working out the kinks. I ordered a falafel bowl (essentially a falafel salad) with the standard mixins (versus the build-your-own option they had available). The employees were arranged in an assembly line, but there was confusion between them about who would prepare my order. When I received my bowl, it was missing a couple of the advertised ingredients, which was a little annoying but not enough to get back in line and have them correct it. Unfortunately, the falafel was just not good. I love falafel, so much that I've had it twice in the last week before this excursion. Just Falafel's product was over-fried, dry and flavorless, and I would not eat them again unless they make some changes to their preparation. Despite what the name suggests, they do serve more than falafel (namely shawarma with beef or chicken), so I would be opening to trying one of their meaty options next time around. In fact, my coworker ordered a chicken shawarma, and seemed to enjoy his. But for a place with falafel in the name, they should really step their game up. read more

The owner iis not trustworthy. He said he woulld call me back around 5:00 PM yesterday and did not. Avoid this place. Charley's BBQ sell a huge halal sandwich of chicken or lamb for $5.50. And, there is Arabella and Mediterranean Grill that are both halal. The staff do not tell the truth and do not make sandwiches the way you want it. They refuse to put the toppings that you like on the sandwich. And, do not give you sauce & utensils. Better halal options elsewhere in the tunnel. read more

It's not bad....its not great, doesn't matter what combination I get I don't remember the tast too much. Been here a few times now and it hasn't dissapointed me, but hasn't wowed me either. You can choose bowl, with salad or rice or you can choose a burrito. 3 main proteins are Falafel, Chicken Schwarma, and Beef Schwarma. I have tried both the falafel and chicken thus far in salad bowls...and they are pretty decent....nothing to rave on about. I feel like though with the chicken they should offer a little more than they do. read more

I had a falafel sandwich. The falafel was well seasoned and cooked. This was the first time I had been there, and I even told them that. However the person that was helping me didn't seem like she was in the mood to help me through the process involved in creating your meal. This place is similar to a chipotle or Salata situation where you walk down the aisle making selections along the way. In all fairness, I did go there after the lunch rush so that might've been why the service was not great. I think that was more of a situational thing and I would have no problem going back again. Thx! read more

Like others have mentioned, it is neither bad nor great. It is just ok. The meat is kinda dry and does not have enough juice or tenderness in them. The bread isn't authentic arabic bread but some generic Tortilla variety. But I do like the quantity they serve plus their falafel which are good. read more

Cam back and got the wrap. And it was delicious!!!! This time around I added more ingredients to my wrap and ordered some well seasoned fries! I think the workers are still trying to figure out their kinks, but they're trying their best. This place seems super healthy with fresh ingredients. Add some mint to your wrap, and UGH it just tastes great. Also ask for the garlic sauce, simply delicious! Would come back for lunch :). Super quick and easy, came out to roughly $9.30. -- Giving them a three, because I don't think I added enough to my bowl the first time around. Will try again! This place is set up exactly like a Chipotle, you line up and order the wrap/bowl and select whichever ingredients you want in your meal. Once you're done, then you pay roughly $8. I ordered the Original salad bowl, and I wish I added more ingredients to it! Even the girl making my bowl asked, "that's it?", haha! The salad itself was pretty delicious with the tzatziki sauce. The falafel I felt, was a tad overcooked and I was a little bit disappointed in how small they were. If they're the protein, I wish they gave me more :(. They placed 4 (roughly) 50 cent sized falafels on each corner of the salad . The outside skin felt like it was in the cooker a little too long but tasted pretty good. I'd definitely come back, they're just starting out and the taste was pretty good, but I need more falafel guys! read more

The chicken rice bowl is personally my favorite dish here and the Chipotle-style offering is a refreshing twist to classic Mediterranean food. Along with your standard fare (e.g. pickled cucumbers), the "modern" additions like avocado and feta cheese help create a flavor profile that makes for an enjoyable lunch in the middle of a dreary work day. The quality of the food is sometimes inconsistent, but that likely comes with the challenges of opening a new business. Don't let that hold you back from trying this place out! read more

This is a very nice spot for fresh halal food, especially if you're into healthy customized salad bowls loaded with your favorite veggies and topped with some flavorful protein options. I tried their Chicken Shawarma salad bowl with half a portion of rice and an extra portion of truffle beef on the side. The meat was very juicy and the dish on the whole tasted great as well. Prices are reasonable and customer service is very nice. Granted, the menu is limited to bowls and wraps, but the customization appeal more than compensates for that. I have sampled their signature falafel as well, which was solid, by the way. I look forward to my next visit here to try any other salad bar items that I may have missed on my first visit. The management has also incorporated some lentil, chickpea, and eggplant options that they have recommended to me so that's a possibility to explore on this menu next! read more

I absolutely love this place and am so glad it's here!! The staff is outstanding; always friendly and professional, and very knowledgeable about their products. I'm very impressed with them!! I always do the Build Your Own Bowl with either rice or salad, depending on my mood. Normally I don't consider anything a full meal unless there's meat in it (hey, it's Texas!) but after trying the chicken and beef, I have decided the falafel is the tastiest option and satisfies my protein craving. The food is totally customizable and I still haven't decided which of their sauces is my favorite; I vacillate between the JP Special (a riff on a thousand island) and the tzatziki. The soups are tasty as well. Highly recommended!! read more

I was starving for lunch today and the only thing I wanted to eat was just falafel. So, I got on the google and searched where I could find just falafel. The google sent me underground through a series of tunnels beneath the streets of Houston, but I didn't mind because I was hungry for just falafel. I got lost looking for just falafel, when I bumped into Master Splinter (my karate sensei), who pointed me into the right direction. When I arrived, the restaurant was adorned with beautiful crimson shrouds, reminiscent to a carpet ride I had when I spent time in Agrabah. Just falafel was so incredibly flavorful that I was wisped away to a simpler time so much that I ordered just falafel to bring back to the office. The chef Jafar was very friendly and had expertise in just falafel. The waiter, Abu served Just Falafel with an incredulously warm smile. I knew immediately that my coworkers Jazmine and Rajah would devour Just falafel. Just Falafel wasn't Just Falafel it was much more than Just Falafel! I Highly recommend! 5 Star!! read more

Their falafels are a treat. I am a huge fan of falafels and try falafel everywhere. This one would feature in the top 5 of my list (he list spans across a lot of cities in the US). The lentil soup is great too. I would have given 5 stars if the quantity was a little more. read more

Second time coming here, decided to try out a salad. I tried the chicken salad that was listed for $7.95, and walked away spending close to $11 bucks. Charged me extra for cheese and guacamole I guess, whatever. The salad tasted like crap - absolutely cold chicken and the veggies did not taste fresh at all. Would not come back here again. If you want a salad, just walk over next door to Salata and buy a real one. Their falafel's are decent though. Just like the name of the restaurant implies, you should literally come here for "just falafel". read more

Yummy healthy food option in the tunnels! Their veggies and toppings are fresh and flavorful. Their portions are huge. Only $8+tax for a build your own bowl. This is a steal for a spot in the downtown tunnels. Also love love love their JF sauce. Highly recommend. read more

Fantastic fresh food in the Allen Center food court. They are adding vegan options that taste great. I'm a meat eater and ordered it. The shawarma and falafel are fresh and tasty. Great non-standard lunch option right under our office. read more

I personally think this is better than The Halal guys. Super fresh ingredients and big portion for very reasonable prices. Remember this place is located in downtown tunnel so it's like a steal for quality and price. I strongly recommend this place for everyone read more

I cannot day enough good things about this place. So many tasty, not to mention healthy options. Every time I go there Shadi has a new option to try and treats all of his customers so well. I am never, ever disappointed with my food from Just falafel. Keep up the great work Shadi and team! read more

New favorite for a go to healthy lunch. Easy and quick and inexpensive for the amount of food they give you. The falafels are good, not the best I've had but not bad. The lamb was very flavorful. I always get the bowl where they allow you to build it yourself. They have the calories listed on the items so you can be conscious of your choices. Hummus is also very tasty. read more

Found myself in the downtown tunnels during lunch hour and decided to skip the long lines of Salata in favor of Just Falafel and was not disappointed. The place is styled as Mediterranean street food with options of shawarma, rice bowl, or salad. I tired their chicken bowl and it was fresh and delicious. Don't forget the nice selection of sauces that really adds nice flavor to the bowl. Next time I'm in downtown, I'll be stopping by again. read more

This place is great. I can get normal healthy food even for breakfast. Staff is very friendly and helpful. I was a bit indecisive because there's so many good ingredients and sauces. read more

Just Falafel - Falafel Near Me - Houston, Texas

I keep trying with this place and am always disappointed. The French fries are too greasy and never cooked through. The green onions have been spoiled on more than one occasion. The falafel balls are more coating than filling and over-cooked. The staff isn't friendly at the 500 Allen location. I wish Dimassi's in Houston's tunnel was open. It's the only reason I go to Just Falafel. Well not anymore. I feel duped, money stolen. read more

I ordered a salad (make your own salad, wrap or rice bowl is a brilliant option) through UberEats. UberEats couldn't find my address (I'm in a big, easily recognizable school that gets frequent UberEats deliveries), cancelled my order twice, and on the second time they cancelled and charged me! I called Just Falafel and they not only got it straightened out, but Mr. Ardekani delivered my order *personally* and added a bit of baklava. THAT'S customer service, folks, and I will be a loyal customer. Both the salad and the baklava were fresh and delicious - I recommend Just Falafel without reservation. The food is excellent, you get EXACTLY what you want, and they go out of their way to make sure you are a happy customer. read more

Small little place in the Houston underground. Food is good and the staff are really nice.

If you are looking for authentic falafel and Shawarma then look no more. This place has the most delicious falafel and mouth watering chicken shawarma. Try some of their hummus and you won't be disappointed either. I've been to so many places that offer hummus and it's usually either full of garlic or too bland. This place has the best hummus blend I've tried so far and theirs is homemade!!! And if at the end of the day you felt like you need some dessert to go with your meal then try their Nutella Quesadilla. Yum yum yum read more