A great casual spot for a quick Mediterranean meal. The classic hummus was creamy and flavorful, the falafel had a nice crunch, and the warm, soft pita was perfect for dipping. Service was quick and friendly. The express location has limited seating and a smaller menu, but the food makes it well worth a visit. read more

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$30 for this. I took the picture after I ate one spoon of hummus and 1 piece of chicken. I was shocked at the amount when I opened the box and since it's a takeout the food kinda mixed up together. My friend was also shocked coz she got her food from roost and roast next door and the portion was much bigger. I took it back to the store and confirm with cashier that it was the right amount. She's like "oh yeah you definitely took more than 1 piece" -- very bad attitude. The price doesn't justify for the portion. Flavor is just ok. She offered to add more in the end but no thanks I got full from her attitude. read more

Oren's Hummus Express - Falafel Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Checked out Oren's Hummus Express for a quick bite while strolling through Town & Country shopping center. I've been to their Cupertino Main Street location before and have always loved their hummus & falafel. This express spot has a more limited menu and a smaller space, but it still delivers your Mediterranean fix in a pinch! - Hummus, Falafel, Pita Bread -- hummus was creamy, beautifully scooped with a drizzle of olive oil, a dash of red pepper, and fresh parsley; paired well with the drier (but still flavorful) falafel; pita was soft, warm, and perfect for dipping There are a few seats and tables inside, plus a handful outside in the plaza. The setup is more grab-and-go compared to their full dine-in restaurants, but you'll still find a good variety of hummus, pita, and falafel combos. Service was fast and kind, and we appreciated getting to sample a little bit of everything from their popular offerings. Great casual stop if you're craving Mediterranean food on the go! read more

Oren's Hummus Express - Hummus, Falafel, Pita Breae - Falafel Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Nice little mini Oren's in this shopping center, and the hummus is always really smooth and thick. They don't have all the same menu items as a non-express Oren's (notably, I am sad they don't have whole wheat pitas here), but they have some good options, including some pita sandwiches if you're not in the mood for a bowl of hummus. I got the hummus with eggplant, "jaffa" style (which I think means more garlic), and it's my favorite of the hummus bowls offered here (I like the hummus with mushrooms best at the non-express Oren's). The interior is smallish with only a table and a "bar" by the window, but there is also outdoor seating which is good in most California weather. They also give you your hummus bowl in essentially a take out container without the lid, so it's really easy to just ask for a lid if you have leftovers. The service is reasonably fast, as well. Overall a great place to grab a quick lunch if you're in the area, so I will certainly be back again! read more

Service was straightforward and efficient. The food was good, especially the eggplant dip, which really stood out. We sat outside under the heated patio and it was a decent setup. read more

Oren's Hummus Express - Falafel Near Me - Palo Alto, California

We stopped by for something quick to eat. Service was friendly and the restaurant was bright and clean. We sat at the outside tables and they brought out our food. We ordered the Morrocan Beef Hummus and the Babaganoush Eggplant. I liked the Babaganoush Eggplant, it was smooth and garlicky. They came with pita bread which was hot and soft. read more

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Beware!!!!!!!!! They charge you a living wage fee 3% Great friendly customer service! Clean. Quick. Ordered the chicken bowl with plenty of hummus! Two pita breads. Cabbage salad. Plenty for two meals. Seating indoor and outdoor. Plenty of parking. Gets really crowded on weekdays during lunch since the students lunches are off campus. read more

I feel like Oren's is a must when I'm in town visiting family. We just love this place. The hummus is the best ever and I've tried a variety of them. When the kids are behaving, we go there but we also have ordered take out and it does not affect the quality one bit. Always good! read more

I've been to Oren's Hummus quite a few times, but this was my first time at the Express version of the restaurant. The menu, to my knowledge, looked really similar, but it was the setup of the restaurant, with reduced seating and a smaller space, that seemed to differ. I got the hummus bowl with chunky eggplant, as I love baba ganoush and thought it would taste quite similar. It was delicious and came with two pieces of pita and cabbage slaw, so it was more than enough for two meals (given that it was a ton of hummus). I wish that I had ordered some protein with the meal to bring some more balance. I love mediterranean food, and Oren's is one of the most consistent and accessible sources of Greek food. I'm a big fan of the food and freindly service that I'm always greeted with. read more

Oren's Hummus Express is a great place to get something quick. They have a great selection of dishes and grab and go dips! Small clean shop, with limited seating. We tried one of their Express Plates. Includes original hummus, red cabbage, green cabbage, babaganoush, Israeli salad with tahini dressing & one white pita. - Chicken Schnitzel: breaded chicken breast, deep fried to a golden brown. I enjoyed all the different flavors and textures in this dish, however, felt the chicken was a tad dry. I mean, it's chicken breast, right? Classic Hummus: Hummus with imported tahini, olive oil, and their secret sauce. The pita is toasty warm, and so good. My wife loves their hummis. Jaffa Style Hummus: A unique, thicker style of hummus with more garlic. Both hummus' were tasty, but out of the two, I liked the Jaffa style. Chunky Eggplant: Chunky eggplant stewed with tomatoes and garlic. This is sooo good! I can eat this for days. read more

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Fast, food was yummy, the plate was a very big portion. Food was ready by the time I arrived for pick up.

Picked up Oren's hummus bowl with spicey meat. Comes with two pita bread. What a great meal and felt very satisfied. The only hiccup is the $18 price but hey- it's Palo Alto. The staff seam nice but I think could have been more friendlier .all in all, a great place when you're on the go and want to eat on the go. read more

Food was great, we even took some to go. Service was great and the ambiance was welcoming. Looking forward to my next trip to the area for hummus read more

You cannot go wrong with Oren's Hummus Express. Every single thing I've ever gotten at Oren's has been delicious. The hummus bowls are super-fresh and generous in serving sizes. I'm more accustomed to having hummus as an appetizer with chips or carrots, so when I ordered beef w/ hummus, it was a full, robust meal that I just couldn't finish on my own. The spices are so flavorful and they have the best, fluffiest, softest pita bread. Like clouds in heaven. Even the grab and go is amazing. You can't get anything bad here. They also have the best service with seating outdoors and indoors. I'd be hitting them up all the time if I lived near one. read more

Oren's Hummus Express - Morrocan Beef Hummus - Falafel Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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Ordered takeout from here the other day. The service was pretty great and they were super nice over the phone and in person. The shop itself is very small but I guess that makes sense since it is express. The hummus came with two pita breads and also a side salad and two chili sauces. The food tasted alright, but maybe it could've tasted better if I ate it at the shop when it was warmer! read more

Oren's Hummus Express - Morrocan Beef Hummus - Falafel Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Good food but really hate the significant markups if you're ordering online for pick up. We shouldn't have to pay 20%+ more if ordering online compared to ordering in-store. If anything there should be a small discount since I'm freeing up your resources. read more

Very convenient with good Middle Eastern food served quickly. Efficient service in a very clean environment. This is one of the place we regularly return to read more

I have honestly been craving Mediterranean food so much lately it's crazy!! I'll eat it and then crave it again the next couple days! Having been to the Oren sit down restaurants, this place is just as good, if not better! This Oren's Express is located in a very busy plaza in Palo Alto but more towards the backend so the parking is not bad. There are tables and benches outside as well as a high top inside. Since it's express, there are no waiters to serve you or anything. The food comes out just as hot and fresh! Both times I've been here I've eaten it right away at one of the picnic benches nearby and it's sooo good! I usually get the chicken skewer plate and my SO gets the beef rice bowl. I love that there's a good variety in the plate and I love my pita bread always! I would be down to order extra pita or extra sides! I appreciate the quality is just as good as sitting in the restaurant and this place always satisfies my cravings! Now if only they could just open one up in the Peninsula... :) be back soon!! read more

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This is simply our favorite spot; best place not to overeat; eat healthy at a fair price. The new special menu on weekends is awesome. Joel always takes care of us - have seen him for almost 2 years; smiling, attentive and giving awesome recommendations. He hinted us to try the new items and they were smashing. read more

Located at the back of Trader Joe. No frill quick service. Everything I have tried here is great. Green falafel is amazing. Love the hummus and pita bread too. Best pita bread in the bay area! The rice bowls and hummus bowls are a great deal as they are not skimpy on the meat. A great casual dining option if you are looking for a quick bite. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. read more

I'm a huge avid, passionate fan of Oren's--no commercial place does hummus better. Only place I've had better is at my niece's Arabic mother in law's house ... the bar is high :-) This little tucked away shop is awesome for quick to go stuff, though they do have a few tables inside and outside to eat. Their hummus is stellar, I love their classic which is smooth and creamy with loads of tahini, not overly heavy on the garlic and just enough tang, though I like to spritz mine with more lemon. Their pita is ethereal and otherworldly light and fluffy, like frisbee clouds. I'm obsessed with their Amba sauce, a mango extracted chutney of sours, with an umami flavor profile too delicious and unique to describe. Drizzle it over their hummus for a smoky bit. Their sabich in bowl or pita sandwich is fire. I. Mean. It kills, the combination of eggplant and egg and Amba with hummus, it's all the elements of heaven meeting. It is seriously a fire bomb. I'd never gotten their rice bowl with falafel before and wanted to give it a whirl, got it to go. The rice is terrific, but the falafel? Major disappointment. Really bad. They did not cook the spices in it, and they taste raw, bitter, not thoroughly sautéed in oil after which the lentils should be added ... the falafels were so bad, I spit them out and was left with just a bowl of rice. So so so shocked that Oren's, where I've been to umpteen of their locations and have had consistently awesome food, would make their yellow. Lentil falafel like this. I'm not sure if this is a one-off or if this is how they usually cook it. Because this is not how falafels should be made. You gotta cook the spices. Not dump them in there raw. Geez. The customer service was awesome, very friendly and sweet, efficient and helpful. The prices on par with the rest of their locations and portions generous. Parking is free and easy, because it's in an open air shopping mall. But please: fix those dry chalky inedible awful yellow lentil falafels. read more

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It's exactly what it says it is "express" and is nothing like the other Oren's Hummus locations. The menu is very abbreviated and selection is limited. They had limited bowl and pita sandwich & grilled selections. We ordered chicken bowl and the beef bowl. I wanted a small side of hummus but they don't offer small sized dips, so I had to buy the to-go containers for $8, and my complaint about that for the purchase (& dine-in option) they only offered 1 piece of pita bread with the 8 oz container, I should have been offered at least 2 pieces, we had to split the pita between the 2 of us. Overall, the food is okay and I enjoyed my chicken bowl. However, my friend commented that the beef and rice was dry, so the rice was seemingly hard in texture. We both felt that our bowls could have been hotter in temperature. Staff was friendly and attentive--came by to ask us if we wanted hot sauce and more water. read more

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2.5 stars I'm so bummer - I do like the garlic herb falafel here which is why we got takeout here rather then go the Mountain View location. Sadly for some reason, there was the vinegar cabbage/red pepper slaw added to both of our orders - the other was chicken - this inside just ruined it for both of us - a few bites in - I finally figured out what the issue was and just ended up tossing it and had to make something else for dinner. What the heck is going on over there? read more

Absolutely love this place; it's become my go-to spot. While the food is consistently great, always fresh and flavorful, what really sets it apart is the people. From the moment you step through the door, you're greeted with genuine kindness. Everyone here is incredibly welcoming and manages to make you feel like a regular, even if it's only your second visit. The service is the perfect trifecta: fast, thoughtful, and reliable. It's rare to find a team that genuinely cares about both the quality of the product and the happiness of the customer. It's more than just a meal; it's a great experience every single time. I'm always happy to come back. read more

I have stopped at this retail center dozens of times on my way to numerous Stanford sporting events but have seemed to miss one of my favorite places tucked away in the back corner! There is another location on University which may have confused me not realizing there are two wonderful places for me to get my favorite hummus. The portions are generous and the fresh pita was heavenly. read more

Oren's Hummus Express - Hummus Bowl with Chicken - Falafel Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Oren's Hummus - a bastion of Mediterranean cuisine that teases the palate with luscious flavors, only to torment the wallet with prices that could make a seasoned Silicon Valley venture capitalist raise an eyebrow. My culinary experience there left me oscillating between sheer gastronomic bliss and the sinking realization that my bank account was hemorrhaging money in real time. It's not that I mind paying for quality food; it's just that I know exactly how much chickpeas and chicken cost, and the margin here must be funding some sort of garbanzo gold mine. Let's start with the hummus itself, an undulating bowl of creamy, velvety goodness with the perfect whisper of tahini. This isn't your store-bought paste, people. This is hummus that's been whisked into a state of nirvana - its texture is as smooth as a politician's promise and its flavor dances on the tongue with a harmony of nuttiness, lemon, and a generous drizzle of olive oil. The olive oil, by the way, isn't your garden-variety fare. This stuff tastes like it was extracted from olives grown in a mythical Mediterranean grove where every tree is serenaded daily by ancient musicians. It's damn near celestial. Then came the chicken - succulent, well-seasoned, and seemingly hand-raised on a diet of only the finest organic grains and melodic harp music. Every bite offered a tender, flavorful encounter that suggested these birds lived a life far better than mine. Paired with a vibrant and spicy green sauce, this dish elevated the humble chickpea to an almost regal status. I found myself inexplicably drawn into the experience, savoring each mouthful, yet equally bewildered by the existential question: How is this possibly worth $22.95? Because here's the thing: I'm aware that chickpeas, even if you buy the finest heirloom varietals, don't cost much more than pocket change. Chicken, while it can certainly be of high quality, also remains a reasonably priced protein. Olive oil and spices - yes, even the precious sumac - while lovely, are hardly rare. This delightful dish was perhaps worth its weight in culinary skill, but that still doesn't quite justify why I felt like I was refinancing my mortgage as I handed over my credit card. The green sauce deserves its own paragraph - a concoction so bright and fiery it seemed to possess the soul of a thousand jalapeños distilled into a single emerald elixir. It was a sauce that could make you believe in the alchemy of spice. It brought the entire dish together, adding layers of complexity and a vivid punch. But was this magical green potion crafted by druids under a full moon? Because judging by the bill, I wouldn't rule it out. I left Oren's Hummus with my stomach full but my spirit conflicted. Was I happy? Absolutely. Was I broke? Nearly. It's the kind of place where I find myself grappling with a deep, ethical dilemma: Can I in good conscience continue to support an establishment that offers hummus so perfect it could convert even the most ardent anti-legume zealot, but at a price that's as inflated as my sense of culinary self-worth? In a world where the cost of dining out is already subject to substantial markup, Oren's Hummus has managed to outdo itself in audacity. So, while I can recommend the experience of eating at Oren's Hummus with the enthusiasm of a true convert to the cult of the chickpea, I cannot, in good conscience, endorse its business model without at least a fleeting sigh of financial despair. To those of you who can spare the coin, I say: Go forth and indulge in this most luxurious of garbanzo experiences. But to the rest, I suggest a different approach: perhaps purchase your own ingredients, perfect your hummus craft, and achieve culinary enlightenment without the sting of economic recklessness. read more

Came here Thursday because my family had a weird schedule, we ended up eating dinner at various times. I decided to get my dinner here looking for more protein rich option. We love Oren's Hummus downtown and we usually get a lot of food each time we order. And this is the source of my 3 stars. Food is a little bit below par from my usual Oren's Hummus downtown expectations. Here's what we bought: $16 Chicken Skewer Plate $9 extra Beef Skewer $5 side order of Green Falafel I checked out the plates from previous reviews and what we got was not as expected. We got really small portions compared to our usual expectations. Food was still good but not as great as downtown. I thought the express was the limited option of food but expecting the same great quality (and quantity) as we have downtown. For $30, we got a few pieces of chicken. I think it's about one thigh fillet. 3 pieces of beef skewers, you can see the Kikkoman soy sauce packet for size reference. I know rent at Town & Country must be outrageous. But comparing their portion to next door Roost and Roast, we should have opted for their BBQ Chicken. We love the flavor and dishes of Oren's Hummus but we will most likely just go downtown and order from the main restaurant. P.S. I would like to add that our most recent orders were the family meals downtown and we're happy with those portions. I cannot compare the individual to-go portions from downtown. We have only have eaten onsite pre-pandemic and those individual portions onsite were okay. read more

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This place does a lot of business and every time we are next door we can see the line so it was time to give it a try. The bowls are best over a pita that's for sure. The rice bowl with falafel is probably their best dish. It just needs a little more tahini on the top so ask for it. read more

Oren's Hummus Express - Rice bowl with falafel - Falafel Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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What can I say about Oren's Hummus that hasn't been said already. I love this place. Every now and then I crave the lamb hummus, but there aren't any near my house so I generally can't act on my impulses (probably a good thing). Wouldn't be mad if Oren's opened up a location in Fremont though. I've been to multiple locations and the quality and taste is always spot on. Came here since I was in the area and wanted to get it to go anyway. When we arrived on a Sunday afternoon, it was not too busy. There were some people sitting and eating outside on the tables. We ordered and it was ready in less than 10 min. We only ordered a few things: 1. Braised lamb hummus 2. 2 extra pita bread The braised lamb hummus (1) is literally the best thing on the menu, change my mind. This is always my go-to. Tender, flavorful lamb on top of the creamy hummus. So. Good. It comes with 2 pita breads (2), but I ordered 2 more since I would be sharing with my family (and we love bread). Make sure to ask for the hot sauce, they gave us little containers of both the red and green sauce. Both are a little spicy, but the green sauce is definitely the winner in my book. So flavorful and it takes your dish to another dimension in terms of flavor. Do not skip out on the sauce. read more

Oren's Hummus Express - Braised Lamb Hummus - Falafel Near Me - Palo Alto, California

I love Oren's, they have several here on the peninsula and everything's incredibly good. I've eaten numerous times at numerous locations. This was my first time at the Oren's Express which has a limited menu and space. It's more of a grab and go for the Paly High School across the street. I got a Falafal sandwich and omg it was fresh and fabulous. Unfortunately the prices are crazy high. It was $15 for just the sandwich, no meat, ie 3 falafels, hummus and diced veggies. I wanted to grab a small tub of hummus and some flat bread, but the prices scalded me. $10 for a very small tub, and almost $20 for a larger tub.I didn't want to ask what the delicious pita bread cost. So I licked my wounds and left. I'm afraid we're priced out from one our favorite places to eat. read more

Oren's Hummus Express - Falafal Sandwich - Falafel Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Really tasty food and hits the spot. I love their salad with chicken and oh My god the bread read more

If you're looking for a tasty meal, checkout Oren's Hummus Express which is near Trader Joe's. The service was quick and the employees are friendly. I got the chicken schnitzel express plate for $16. The chicken pieces were very tender and moist. I liked everything on the plate except for the red cabbage. It was a bit too sour, but perhaps it's supposed to be like that. My plate did come with a piece of pita bread that I forgot to include in the photo. Would like to go back again in the future to try some other items. FYI, you can save time by ordering online. read more

Oren's Hummus Express - Chicken Schnitzel $16. - Falafel Near Me - Palo Alto, California

We had the chicken bowls with rice and salad. It was pretty tasty. The chicken was seasoned nicely, the rice had a lot of flavor. The sauces they serve on the side compliments the dish well. We had babaghanoush and pita....it was ok...needed more of a smoky taste for my preference but was ok. Pita was soft and fluffy, but it didn't reheat as nicely. Was more filling than expected, I may return if back in the area read more

Oren's Hummus Express - Chicken - Falafel Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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Boy oh boy. I haven't had hummus this silky and addicting since ... Hmm. Since ... never! Their hummus bowls are varied and you wouldn't be amiss with choosing a veggie or meat option. I love love love the Sabich with its fried eggplant, potatoes and hard boiled egg in the mix. Their fluffy pita is the perfect vehicle to scoop up the thick, unique style of Jaffa hummus. Always get it this style! It's made with garlic and pine nuts. SO GOOD. Of course, being located in Town & Country, parking can be a challenge to find and lunch time can be quite busy and overrun with teeny boppers thanks to a nearby high school. And expect prices to be outrageous (yes , $12 to $16 range) but it's PA, so what do you expect? Just look at that hummus though. read more

Oren's Hummus Express - OMG Sabich Hummus Bowl is amazing! - Falafel Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Gear pita and hummus. Large portions, delicious even when I ate the second half hours later.

Lots of restaurants have taken over this spot over the years. I hope this one sticks around because they make some very yummy food. I wasn't sure what to order but the guy at the counter was very nice and helpful. He let me sample a few humus and side item choices to help me with my decision. Not much seating inside but there is also outdoor seating available. They make some very good falafel balls with a very crunchy outside and moist inside. I went with the following and was not disappointed: Falafel and salad hummus bowl with white cabbage salad and original hummus The portion sizes are decent and I was not able to finish everything in one sitting. I will be back to try the other hummus bowls! read more

Oren's Hummus Express - Falafel Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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Oren's Hummus has the best Hummus on EARTH !!!! I eat here about 3-4 times a month ! If you love spicy sauce then you have to try their Green & Red sauce ! read more

Came here for the first time after graduating from Stanford cuz I didn't know there's a store in town and country before. My friend and I came on a weekday evening and ordered the hummus bowl (I got the green falafel hummus). It came with two pita bread and some salad, so overall a big portion enough for two meals. There's only one table inside but we sat there for quite long to eat and chat. read more

Oren's Hummus Express - Green Herb Falafel & Salad Hummus - Falafel Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Their baba ghanoush is probably the highlight. The hummus is average and it's quite pricey for what it is. Overall it's a solid 3 stars but there are much better tastier hummus options in Palo Alto. Also not a big fan of the way the chicken is flavored. read more

I love the Moroccan beef hummus. I love all their hummus. Wish there was one in San Bruno!