I read all the hype and had to try a shawarma. But au contraire, I was not impressed with the quality! It was slapped together as other reviewers have noted and it tasted like it. Little flavour with dry overcooked meat. In addition, although I received my drink right away I had to ask over and over for my food order while many customers behind me had their orders fulfilled. A decent price but nothing more than filler for a hungry tourist. read more

Came back 3 years later! It was my first meal in Paris! I came here on a Sunday afternoon, and I could pretty much walk up and get my falafel. It's in the Jewish Quarter, and unlike other stores in Paris, alot is open! Back to the food, it was pretty easy to place my order and pick it up. Was it as good as the first time I tried it? You bet! It's been too long! I could taste the freshness of this sandwich. Let's hope that it's not 3 years until my next visit. Till next time L'As du Fallafel! read more

Toujours imité mais jamais égalé! Easily the best falafel place I've ever been to. Would highly recommend even if the queue is often long!

We stood outside of L'As du Fallafel . . . Guy: (in broken english) "You come eat here!" My husband: "Oh . . .we're not sure . . ." Guy: "You not sure? (hands us a printout of NYTimes article) . . . Now you sure." Guy: (grabs random french guy) "This is de best, no?" Random french guy: "Oui. Best of my life." Hence, me, my husband, and my parents get ushered into the restaurant and sat at a tiny table with menus thrusted into our hands. Strange beginning . . . but this guy knows what he's talking about. For 7.50 Euros, I got an enormous sandwich stuffed with cucumbers, homemade cabbage, tomatoes, fallafel grilled eggplant, tahini - the WORKS!! Maybe it's crowded, maybe service is quick but friendly, and maybe the ambiance/decor is not going to blow your socks off (I mean, how many pictures of Lenny Kravitz with the owner do we really need to see?) . . . but the food speaks for itself. I was SO STUFFED leaving that I can't think of eating another fallafel for a while, but when I do get back on the fallafel wagon, I'm going to L'As. read more

Great falafel sandwich takeout for 6 Euros cash. It's flavorful and fresh and made well. It's not the best I ever ate but very good! There is always a line here, luckily I went at an off time and got my food quickly. read more

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This place is AMAZING! I was shocked that of all the places we tried in Paris, this is the one we had to go back to in the same trip. Super cheap, excellent quality ingredients. Just get the fallafel special and enjoy! You can either get it to go by lining up outside, or you can sit inside. Though inside is more expensive, the bonus is that you get a whole cup of that tasty hot sauce to yourself. read more

This place is HOPPING. There was a long line for take-out at lunch time, and there were a ton of people inside the restaurant as well. Luckily, there was a table available, though, and we didn't have to wait. I had the classic falafel, and my friend ordered some sort of chicken sandwich (I can't remember if this was just a shawarma or something else entirely). I loved my falafel, and from the bite of chicken I had (well-seasoned!), I can vouch for the chicken sandwich, too. Huge, huge portions. In spite of how busy the place was, we got in and out quickly, so don't let the crowds scare you away. read more

Ordering was pretty easy. Location was a little out of the way, but worth it. Food was prefect and fresh. Staff was really helpful. Can't go wrong with anything in the menu. The hummus was good, but doesn't come with bread. Small container for 6Euros. Kids loved it. read more

New Years week in Paris. 90 minute wait. You pay right when you get in line, so basically... you're trapped. Dont get angry... its worth it. Yes, 90 minutes for a sandwich the size of your head is 100% worth it. Trust. I will be back. read more

FALAFEL PERFECTION!!! Um, wow. Didn't speak for at least 10 minutes after eating this sandwich. Every component of it was insanely delicious, but it is clearly much, much greater than the sum of its parts. I didn't think the hot sauce was spicy, but definitely get it for some extra smokiness and flavor. Was embarrassingly close to shedding tears when a falafel ball fell out of my pita and onto the street - DON'T LET IT HAPPEN TO YOU! read more

Best falafal sandwich I have ever eaten! Gemuse kebab in Berlin is AMAZING, but this place tops it! Lots of fresh parsley and cabbage salats makes the meal delicious. If you are hung over in Paris - this is the place to go! The Service was super quick even though there was a queue. read more

Okay, this is the Pink's Hot Dogs of Fallafel Stands for those of you from Hollywood !!! Lines as long as the eye can see, people clamouring for fallafel ! I went early and didn't wait in line but made the mistake of going up outside instead of going inside and sitting down. And let me tell you, this is one huge ass sandwich!! I forgot to get a fork and after wandering around for a while, looking for a place to crouch and eat this massive monster, I did manage a few bites which were very good. Next time, I go inside and eat like a civilized human being, hahah! read more

Un seul mot: incontournable. C'est vraiment vrai qu'elles sont bonnes les fallafels. J'adore prendre une assiette avec plein de trucs: fallafels, purée d'aubergines, houmous, chou, etc..... Par contre je ne recommande pas le fallafel sandwich simplement pour des raisons pratiques ( surtout pour un premier RV galant!) car c'est quasi impossible à mettre en bouche avec un minimum de prestance et ça coule partout. Mais sinon ça vaut la peine d'attendre qq minutes pour une table. Si vraiment on a les crocs, allez hop chez Hannah au coin plus loin, c'est les numéros un ex-æquo à mon avis. ------------------------------------------------------------ I will say one thing about L'As du falafel: it is a Parisian monument in its own right. You cannot be in the Marais and not gorge on their delicious falafel plates. These have all you need: falafels, tomato/cucumber salad, cabbage, hummus, eggplant dip....the works. That's what I go for. Although they are popular I do not recommend the falafel sandwiches, just for practical reasons ( especially on a first date!) because you can not eat those with an inch of dignity to your name, and the hummus just leaks all over.... This place is really worth the few minutes wait. However, if you really can't wait, head over to Hanna's down the street, they have a similar falafel plate. It's really a tie for me. read more

L'As du Fallafel - Assiette falafel végétarienne. Le must! - Kosher Near Me - Paris, 75

So it's Sunday, you're in Paris and it appears that 70% of the city is closed down. Here's what you do, hit up L'as du Falafel. Sur place ou a emporter, whatever, just make sure you get extra eggplant on your falafel [YESSS], and a lemonade. Gawk at the hot Israeli men while you wait and eat and then browse the Marais shop windows, pop into some of the vintage shops that are open. Find yourself in front of Amorino's, do not deny the need for a gelato cone. And now you understand why I can never have falafel anywhere else. Yes, the price is unnecessarily high for falafel and the chaotic mob outside will make you harbor terrorist thoughts, but do not miss this. It will change your life and then you'll be ruined forever, like me. read more

Falafel may not be the first thing that springs to mind when thinking about Paris, but believe me, a trip to L'As du Falafel should not be missed. It's worth the wait in line no matter what the weather or time of day. Don't be like me and be timid about the amount of "spicy" sauce they put on your sandwich (it's not that spicy), but ask for extra. Soooo delicious. Seriously. Do not leave Paris without trying L'As du Falafel. read more

Worst 6 euro I spent during my stay in Paris! The falafel balls were premade and sitting in an open container by the open takeaway window. When I got my sandwich, it was already cold, so they obviously didn't give a hoot about quality, and are resting on their laurels. Kinda funny story: While debating a sandwich, this American couple waiting outside ensured me, "This is the BEST falafel!" Curious, I said, "Oh, really, how is that?" Couple: "Well we haven't eaten here yet, but Lenny Kravtiz said so!" [Eyebrows raised]: "Because Lenny Kravitz said so, it's the best?" ... Can't blame them because everybody and their mother (alright just my guidebooks and food columnist David Lebovitz) mentioned this place to me. TLDR: Unless you can make sure it's going to be fresh falafel, skip this place and go somewhere else in the Marais for a fraction of the cost. I enjoyed the falafel sandwich I got down the street at Hanna's a lot more. This is a purely personal note: I didn't like the pushy sales/order man outside the restaurant. He was like a ticket scalper outside a stadium concert and gave me shady feelings about the place even before my cold sandwich. read more

Slightly above average falafel and kebab sandwiches. If you are in the area and willing to wait in line then it's a good place to try out. Given that most decent meals in Paris could get pricey, here I can say that you'll get decent food for your money. read more

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Came here TWICE during our stay in Paris. Pluses: + best falafel I've ever had - truly delish + amazing hummus and pitas + fast service once you order + pictures of celebrities + located in a really cool hip little area Minuses: - long lines The wait is totally worth it - do not skip or go to the falafel place across the way. THIS is the falafel you want to have. read more

Stumbled into L'As du Fallafel while taking a stroll along Rue des Rosiers. It was full of American tourists like myself, so I thought this may just be another tourist trap, but I guess I'll give it a try. We ordered a falafel sandwich at 7.50€ (it's a little cheaper if you just order outside but I prefer to eat at a table) and a shawarma sandwich at 10€. Our food came about 2 minutes after we ordered. Very impressive! First thing I noticed was that both pitas were packed tight and overflowing with stuffing - cucumber, eggplant, tahini (SO GOOD), the works! Just looking at it made my mouth water a little bit. First bite into the falafel, I died and went to food heaven. No really. I can't even begin to describe how amazing it was. The shawarma is really good too, but I would choose the falafel over it every time. Definitely the best I've ever had! We were so impressed with the scrumptious food and quick service that we came back two days later, and our experience was just as good as the first. I'm really happy to have found this wonderful Mediterranean gem in Marais. I can't wait to eat here again the next time I'm in Paris! read more

Where do I start or more like how do I stop!!!!! The food was amazing. The lines were impressive. Can't believe how many people were waiting in line for a Falafel. We got there and my husband started to speak Hebrew to the door attendant. We were determined to go inside for a late lunch. It was a much larger menu. The guy was super nice. Told us it would be a 45 minute wait so we took a ticket and walked around the area which was a definitely pleasure. Came back and only could say best Chicken Liver I have had in a restaurant just because my husband makes an amazing chicken liver. The lemonade was amazing and you could taste that it was fresh squeeze. I don't think you could go wrong with anything you order here. :-) Worth the wait and crowded experience. read more

This is the place to go in the Marais for a great falafel. These guys are great. Whether you take it to go or eat inside, you'll have wonderfully fresh food. Portions are quite generous too. Don't go across the street, they never have a crowd, which is probably a sign that it's not as good. The real crowd is at this place, the Ace of Fallafel! read more

it was very good. american places tend to do falafel with sauce and lettuce/tomato etc. they put some type grilled eggplant and also like a red cabbage slaw. it was very different and very good. sauces were good. very happy. it was a wait. my ger-ger and devon went to shop in the sock shop close by. TIP: for takeaway, a guy asks for your order and gives you a ticket, then you wait in line to get your order. it's a ploy to make you pay and commit to wait in line. look at the line first to see if you want to wait. read more

Great street food. We tried falafel and chicken shawarma and both were great. The lines are fairly common but moving pretty fast

I am going to be completely honest, it wasn't worth the hype. It was just average. Didn't blow my mind or pallet. Honestly, it tasted just like the falafel down the street. It is not worth the wait in line. Don't bother waiting if they are busy. There are other places to explore. read more

Located in the old Jewish quarter of Paris, you will notice this place by the really long line. My brother kept telling us this was the best Fallafel spot he's ever been to so we gave it a try. I ordered the grilled chicken sandwich and it was not the best. Maybe I'm picky about my chicken, but it wasn't tender, more rubbery. I shouldve ordered the Fallafel. Maybe I'll go back before i leave Paris and try it one more time. Oh, and if you want to eat inside you will pay more compared to take away. read more

Honestly the best thing I've eaten in Paris. The falafels are amazing- they're crisp on the outside and soft n warm on the inside. The eggplants are grilled perfectly, the hummus is so smooth and full of flavor- and it's creaminess is well contrasted with the fresh crunchy veggies/tahini. The pita holding it all together is itself so delicious as well. read more

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Excellent food, and worth washing down with the citronade. We tried a number of dishes, all great, portions are big. Service was very good. We waited 5 minutes to be seated on a Saurday at lunch, that's good. The only negative is the place is in need of a clean. read more

This review and my opinion could be characterized as a cliché, but it isn't. It really is my opinion about this place. I have tried several falafel places all over the world. From New York to Stockholm, this is without doubt the best one you can find. The falafels are perfectly well-made, while the fillings in your pita are simply outstanding. The best 6€ you'll ever spend, I promise. read more

L'As du Fallafel - Kosher Near Me - Paris, 75

JUST AS GOOD AS IT SEEMS. I am not a big fan of fallafel, but with all the reviews, I just had to check in out on our honeymoon this last April. Wow. Coming here for lunch was a crazy experience. There were a million people and everyone around was bustling. Luckily, we were able to find a table in the back. It was pretty crammed, but it sort of lent itself to the atmosphere. Families laughed, couple's shouted, and we just soaked it all in. Around us, there were plenty of celebrity photos and my silly husband took a picture of one of them that contained the famous Lenny Kravitz. We started with the mushroom hummus. Instantly we were addicted. He was moaning, "OMG. We don't have anything like this back in the bay area." Soon we gobbled it all up and were quite impressed. Then, I ordered the fallafel wrap and he chose the shwarma. We spent the next few minutes just eating - sans talking. Between the freshness, blend of flavors and spices - we finished our last bites in bliss. My husband still raves about 'that fallafel place in Paris'. I always reply, "I know honey, you miss it. I know. I know." We'll be back, when we are in Paris again. And . . . this bustling, little spot will remain in my husband's dreams in the mean time. read more

There are two wait lines. If you are looking directly at the restaurant, the line on the right is for dine-in only. The line on the left is for take-outs. if you want take-out, you can, 1) wait in the left line and someone will come take your order and $ in exchange for a receipt, or 2) order and pay an employee standing between the two lines...get the receipt before standing in line. On a weekday lunch hour, we waited about 25 minutes in line before we got to the front of the line. We handed over the receipt and watched the assembly our falafel/shawarma. Both were the best I've ever had .... far superior than anything I've tasted here in the States! I thank the Paris waste management for striking that caused the closure of Versailles which allowed some free time for me to try this place! read more

Very popular place for both locals and tourists, you expect a long line , but moves fast. We ordered a Falafel pita and a shawarma pita, both were delicious. I highly recommend to stop by. read more

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Great pita sandwich. 6euro. Pay the guy when your in line. Ask for it spicy . It's always a wait but it's a real Paris experience . In the Jewish Quarter. Great neighborhood. Walk around!smells like pastrami! read more

L'As du Fallafel - Kosher Near Me - Paris, 75

Not sure what all the hype was about. It was good, but not 5-Star. The product was fresh and healthy, however, the flavor was a little bland. read more

We just got the 10 falafel and they were gooooood. Definitely one of the better falafels I've tried. They were generous with the tasty tahini and spicy sauces too. read more

Yeah so I saw one of the guys spit in the pita he was preparing for the woman in front of me in line. Like, not even secretly, she was on her phone when he tried getting the ticket from her, and then after I nudged her to give it to him, she got back on her phone (aka looked away) and the guy straight up just grabbed a pita and spit in it. Also the falafel is definitely 100% mediocre. I've been here a dozen times (today obvs being the last) and it's indistinguishable from any other mediocre falafel place I've been to anywhere in the world. The people who say it's the best either have never had falafel from anywhere else, or its the placebo effect from all the fame. read more

This is the best Falafel I have ever had, and that Lenny Kravitz has had, according to the sign outside. Avoid coming here on a weekend, as the lines will be massive. I advise getting the platter; two people can share it, and you get hummus, harissa and tahini on the side. The place often has huge lines outside at prime lunch and dinner hours. Do not be dismayed; most people are waiting for window service. Ask the employee at the door for table seating to eat faster. Expect inattentive service inside, even by Parisian standards. The employees are running in circles, in such a high-turnover restaurant. Despite minor flaws, L'As du Falafel is truly not-to-be-missed in your next trip to Paris. read more

This place was super cute and had very friendly people all around. I would give this place a 5 star, but they didn't put as much fallafels as expected when I ordered just a fallafel. Also, it was $6.50, which was pretty pricy for what I received, and they put way too much cabbage into it. If you're not super into fallafels, I wouldn't recommend. read more

Big ol Falafel sandwiches are tasty and fast. Not the cheapest- most are around 7-8 Euro (as of 6/17). Very tasty and a bit messy to eat. Make sure to get lots of napkins for takeaway! read more

Wow wow wow wow. I can't say it enough!!!!! The most epic meal I had the whole 3 weeks I was in Europe. The ambiance, the environment, the people working there, I mean... Everything! The food was mouth watering. I really don't like falafel and I was head over heels when I had theirs! It gives you a feel like you're kind of in Israel... I really liked that and made me feel like I was at home. The shawarma was incredible as well. I mean I have nothing bad to say about this place. From the people to the food, I give a 20 out of 10. read more

Oh, man! This place has some great falafel sandos. So crunchy. We also tried a lamb sandwich. And, it was very flavorful. Great service. English was readily spoken. And, it was very fast. I love the part of town it's in as well. The Jewish quarter has some great food spots. read more