got the veggie falafel bowl and it was soooo yummmmm!! the service was quick and efficient! the place had plenty of seating and was clean! i keep thinking about the yummy crispy falafel veggie bowl with the side of pita! 5/5 also had gotten fries which were yummy crispy and fresh! 5/5 read more

Mamoun's Falafel - excited to try this veggie friendly spot for falafels - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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We were extremely hungry and decided to grab dinner at Mamoun's. Walked in place has enough seating. There were no long lines, we immediately place our order Got 2 Shawarma plates one with rice and other with salad. Sides we got Baba Ganoush that came with Pita Mango drink The shawarma plate was super dry and the lamb was flavorless, as if it had been days old left open in the refrigerator! Didn't enjoy at all. Baba Ganoush was nice but the quantity was so tiny. Not worth the money. If you want to eat something filling and decent this is not the place! read more

Mamoun's Falafel - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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Mamoun's Falafel in Princeton offers tasty and reasonably priced Mediterranean street food in a very casual, cafeteria-style setting on Witherspoon Street. It's a no-frills setup, with all orders placed through a self-service kiosk and served to-go (in 'to go' containers with flimsy plastic forks and no knives) even if you plan to eat there. All of the condiments are kept behind the counter, so make sure you order them with your meal. While the kiosk makes it easy to customize your order with with a few taps, it definitely removes some of the personal touch of eating out and it feels more like eating a takeout meal inside the restaurant rather than a proper sit down meal. On our recent visit for a late lunch, I opted for the Falafel Plate ($10), a generous portion of six pieces of freshly made falafel served over salad or rice (or both for a $1 upcharge) with a pita on the side. My dining companion opted for the new Hummus Bowl ($10), two pieces of freshly made falafel served over hummus and topped with onions, tomatoes, pickles, olives, and pita croutons with a pita. Portions are reasonable for the price and the freshness of the ingredients was obvious. Overall, Mamoun's is a decent and affordable spot if you're looking for something fast, tasty, and no-frills while in downtown Princeton, but the casual "to-go" style and basic utensils make it feel a bit less polished than other options in the area. PRO TIP #1: Mamoun's Falafel doesn't have a private parking lot, but there is plenty of on-street parking off Nassau Street and Witherspoon Street. Bring change or use the proprietary ParkPrinceton app for the meters. Parking meters are active Monday through Thursday from 9am til 8pm; Friday and Saturday from 9am til 9pm, and Sunday from 1pm til 8pm. If you can't find a spot on the street, try the Spring Street Garage (24 Spring Street). read more

Popped in over lunch break one fine workday. Got my order to go and took it back to my office. I grabbed a sharma platter. While flavorful and a decent portion, I was ultimately left wanting more. The whole dish felt dry. The lamb was dry, the falafel was drier than expected, and the pita that I got on the side was quite a bit more dense than it should be. The most unusual thing was the pickled turnip being part of the platter, which I quite liked. Ultimately everything had a good flavor to it, and while the sauce helped alleviate the dryness of the dish, it wasn't nearly enough. While it is a good quick option in a pinch, being located in the middle of Palmer Square, there are better options available, unless you have a particular craving for falafel. read more

Mamoun's is perfect for a quick bite! I get their chicken plate and find it to be so filling and flavorful. The pita that comes with it is also always delicious. Every time I have come here, I have always eyed their mango drink, and yesterday, I tried it for the first time. WOW! It really does taste as good as it looks. Although there are countless options on Nassau Street and the surrounding vicinity, give Mamoun's a try next time you're in the area! read more

Mamoun's Falafel - Chicken Kebob Plate with rice and salad and mango drink - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

It's a quick serve middle eastern place that my kids introduced me to, and it's good at being what it is. Fast turnaround even when there's a crowd; lots of indoor and outdoor seating, and it's full of students...so that's a good sign. read more

Came here to try the highly rated falafel - it did not disappoint. Staff at the front were super friendly and accommodating. I tried the falafel sandwich (4/5), falafel plate (4/5), and seasoned fries with garlic sauce (5/5). The interior seating is spacious and comfortable. read more

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Does Mamoun make the best falafels or hummus or baba ghanoush or pita, not really. Falafel Inc in DC or Goldie in Philadelphia fare better. However, for a university town, Mamoun does a good job of grab and go, health-ier yet easy on the pocket food. The online ordering system is easy, pick ups are no drama and food is simple. read more

We went there in Sept, 2025. And we were not disappointed. The food took little time to be ready and was quite tasty. Parking was a bit of a problem though, as this was a Friday evening. read more

Such a better location than the New Brunswick one, due to the cleanliness and ample seating. I typically love getting the falafels but I opted for a vegetarian platter this time and was surprised by the quantity. It's a decent amount to share. read more

The food at Mamoun was tasty and flavorful. I got a classic east side pita and mint lemonade. Both hit the spot. It is great for a quick meal. They had self serve kiosks to order and someone to call your order out, so not much to say for service. Inside was clean and had plenty of seats. High and low top. Would be a great lunch spot if you were working or shopping in the area. read more

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Mamoun's has pretty decent falafels, not the best I've ever had, but very close. I like that they have several vegan options, which make eating out with non-vegans an easy task. I'm not of fan of the single use plastic cutlery and really wish they had a more environmentally friendly option when dining in. Parking can be iffy directly outside, however the nearby public parking garage is easily accessible. read more

Previously enjoyed visits to the original NYC location multiple times. This location is great in the lively downtown Princeton area. Lovely well-maintained space with nice decor. Lots of seating. Order via user-friendly kiosks at the counter. Food was ready in about 5-10 minutes. Food was great...I had a platter with falafel, lamb, rice, grape leaves and hummus. Also had some baklava for dessert...also great. Very satisfying meal. Prices were reasonable given the amount of food you get. Staff were very friendly and efficient. Metered street parking in the nearby surrounding streets. read more

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Go-to casual middle eastern spot Good value for money with consistent quality and the best hot sauce read more

Great food, great service! They accidently sent me the wrong order and within a few minutes they made it right by sending a new order + extra to make it right. Great customer service! I'll be back again. Thank you to the manager for making it right :) read more

Mamoun's Falafel - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

Nah absolutely amazing everytime. Got like 6 times in 2 weeks Food is amazing chicken is crazy straight off grill What's even better is the FALAFEL BEST IN TOWN Service is amazing they can cook cook Good good culture read more

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I'm torn between rating this a 3 or 4. It depends on what you're looking for. It's a 4 for those looking for a no frills, budget friendly eatery directly across from Princeton University. The food is fresh and speedy. They have plenty of tables to sit at. All were clean and the atmosphere is fun. Middle Eastern music played in the background and fun photos splashed the walls. What has me torn on the rating is I couldn't easily customize my meal. I wanted the tahini sauce on the side but there wasn't an option to request that. Everything was done via Kiosk in the front. I wasn't fond of the tahini sauce either; it was a bit bitter. As a aside, I ordered extra chicken on my sandwich and would recommend that because for me, it was just enough. read more

Mamoun's Falafel - Chicken Shawarma - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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I hadn't been to Mamoun's in a few years and then my local letter carrier recommended I give them a try again! Awesome! Not only is the food fresh and delicious, the customer experience and service is outstanding! Well done read more

Very filling portions, and they were very generous with the amount of toppings and meat! I normally don't order lamb, but the lamb here is just so tender and pairs well with the super spicy red sauce. Their falafel is pretty good too. There is abundant seating inside and the self service kiosk makes viewing the menu and customizations easy. I would recommend asking for extra sauces, especially the white and red. Lasted me two meals and I have a big appetite. read more

Love the falafels! Lamb was quite strong for me. Sandwich is great if you want less carbs but if you're hungrier, platter comes with rice. This was perfect for us since we were in a hurry and the food was ready in just a few minutes! read more

Mamoun's Falafel - Falafel Sandwich (vegetarian) Falafel Plate (vegetarian) - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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Excellent falafel! And quick service! I'd eat here every day if I could! Great location in Princeton!

Did a takeout order! Thought in terms of value, it's a very just okay place. Nothing special. Portion size is meh.

For some reason I've never been here and that's completely on me. The food is wonderfully fresh, delicious and modestly priced. The chicken kebob platter did a tango all over my pleasure center and I'll be back for more as soon as I recover from my food coma. Mamoun's proves that a wonderful meal in the self-indulgent gastrophere of Princeton Proper doesn't have to melt your credit card. Five easy stars. read more

Light but nutty flavor to the hummus, very smooth texture. Baba ganouj also has good flavor, sort of roasty- even if you're one of the people who don't like fresh parsley/cilantro or think it tastes like soap (like me!), it doesn't taste like that, more like an aftertaste of green. Service was fast and efficient. Warm and cozy inside. read more

Mamoun's Falafel - Small hummus and baba ganouj sides (each comes with one pita) - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

Food quantity?? Why do you say 1 portion? Its quarter portion rice, no salad, very less sauce and chicken is dry and burnt... service is good but without good quality food I wont recommend this place.... avoid its not worth now to visit it read more

What an amazing place. Went to pick a bootleg sauce, came out with 2 full meals! A little slow on the service but with the fresh fries that was expected. Ambiance is mediocre but the food compensated the vibe. read more

I was visiting Princeton for work and got to try out Mamoun's. I got a rice bowl with falafel. It was pretty affordable and came with a lot of toppings. The rice was well seasoned and the falafels were crisp and pretty good. The pickles and onions kept the dish a little lighter. They had really good lemonade too. I liked how they have a kiosk where you can just put in your order -- it helped keep the line going, especially during lunch hour. read more

Mamoun's Falafel - Falafel Plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

Ordered on their website, very quick service. Prices are very fair. Yummy food! It's clean and nicely decorated inside, friendly staff. Lots of vegan options. Their catering menu looks good, may try in the future. read more

Mamoun's Falafel - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

I stopped by Mamoun's for a quick lunch. I had a side of hummus with pita, a falafel sandwich and baklava. The hummus and pita were fresh and delicious! The crispy falafel in my sandwich was also delicious, as were the sauces and vegetables. My baklava was made with pistachios and tasted great too. I asked for some extra bread and the friendly cashier let me have some for free. They were kind and engaging. I look forward to coming back next time I'm in Princeton. read more

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I must've been very hungry when I came here because I forgot to take a picture of my lamb shawarma plate. Very clean and busy restaurant that is fast food and easy to order through the kiosk. They have vegan, gluten-free and halal options. Portion was plentiful, and the lamb was tender. Everything seemed very fresh. It came with a whole pita bread that was warm and soft. read more

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You can't go wrong with falafel and kabobs and Mamouns knows how to do both. We visited the busy Princeton spot on a hot day in April and dove into the salad and chicken kabob, adding falafel for just $2 more. We loved the hot sauce and loved the easy ordering even more! read more

Mamoun's Falafel - Chicken Kebab with falafel add on - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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My most recent experience with Mamoun's was a delivery order my partner and I placed after finding out they also do catering. We wanted to try a handful of things to see how they currently are to potentially use them for larger events. Our delivery order showed up very quickly, and we grabbed it right away, so it shouldn't have affected the food at all. First, all of the portions were very small. Our lamb platter was a small foil container that was only about half full, and it was cold. The rice had no flavor, and the lamb was almost all connective tissue or tough as leather. The falafel was also cold, but the flavor and texture were fine otherwise. The baklava was mushy and falling apart when we tried to pick it up, and the order was so small that it was barely two bites for what they charge. The hummus order was literally in a small condiment cup, and by the time we got to it, we barely had interest. We tasted a small bit of it, and realized that it was actually rancid. We will NEVER get food from here again, as it turned my stomach for the rest of the night, and my partner was sick for days afterward. read more

We stopped in Princeton on the way home from the Jersey shore. I wanted to break up the drive and had been meaning to check out Princeton anyway. I selected Mamoun's for my lunch (it's conveniently located next to a pizzeria in case your kids are picky eaters). The restaurant is clean and has a cool vibe, it's somewhat cavernous due to being pretty large. There's a fast casual setup, insofar as you order up front and then can sit wherever you want either inside or at sidewalk tables. I selected the Manhattan sandwich. It featured falafel, crunchy vegetables, and delicious sauce. The falafel was fresh and vibrant. The sandwich was a flavor bomb. Very happy with it! Washed it down with a great mint lemonade. read more

Mamoun's Falafel - The Manhattan Sandwich had a ton of flavor!! Great falafel in there! - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

Ordered at the kiosk which was pretty quick. I ordered the west 4th and sullivan. It came out pretty quickly. They were pretty filling and tasted good. read more

Amazing falafel and pretty good kebab platter. Great prices. It cost me about $20 for both. We did outdoor dining at a nearby ramen place but I was in the mood for mamoun's. I'm glad I made the stop over. The takeout service is fast and they have clean bathrooms optn to ordering customers. It brought back memories of eating yummy late night falafels near nyu town in the city. read more

Mamoun's Falafel - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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Probably the best fast casual food around the area. The outlet is next to the Princeton University entrance. I got the chicken kabab platter with rice and the seasoned fried. I also got a side of hummus. Everything was excellent. read more

I had been waiting to try Mamoun's after hearing my brother rave about it for all of the four years he was at Princeton. I finally got to go and I got the Lamb shawarma sandwich with extra garlic sauce. It was splendid! If you are looking for a larger portion or more filling meal I would recommend the platter. read more

Mamoun's Falafel - Shawarma Sandwich Shawarma Sandwich - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

Out of all the Mamoun's I've visited, this one has fared the worst. While the restaurant was spacious, clean and had fast and efficient employees, the food fell short of what it should have been. I had the chicken kebob plate, and the chicken was very dry and tough. The amount of rice given was very small, when I'm used to a generous serving of rice. The mango juice and the hot sauce were very watered down, which I was upset about. My cousin's gyro meat was dry as well. It wasn't what I expected, and I can only hope that I visited this location on an off day. read more

Mamoun's Falafel - Chicken Kebob Plate, Mango Drink - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

Ordered from here. The chicken is so burned you can smell the char over any would-be spices. The container for my garlic sauce has a green substance stuck to it (gross). All around awful presentation and effort by this Mamoun's... will not be back and certainly would not recommend spending $18+ on this. read more

Mamoun's Falafel - Green substance stuck to garlic sauce container... you'd think they would just give me a clean one, right? - Middle Eastern Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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Solid falafel and shawarma sandwiches to keep things healthy and cheap for lunch. The bowls are not as good or cheap as Halal Guys, but this is a frequent stop for the pita sandwiches. Only issue is sometimes I'm still a bit hungry after eating here. Also, if you don't like serious spice then beware of the spicy sauce. read more