Umi Falafel

4.3 (130 reviews)

InexpensiveVegetarian, Falafel, Middle Eastern

Closed • 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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Iris P.

i love falafel and Mediterranean food in general, so this place was a must try. its a fast casual chain with a variety of salads, platters, sandwiches/wraps. everything is vegetarian and the falafels are crispy and delish! also very good price point -- about 7-10 euros for most things

Brent W.

Popped in for a quick snack to hold me over till dinner. This small little hole in the wall had some tasty falafel with three options of sauces that are made fresh daily. All of them were delicious.

Pepper W.

Very good, although you had to order in one building and then exit and go next door for the dining room. Supposedly going to fix that in the future.

Taz G.

Umi Falafel is a small restaurant on Dame Street. There are other restaurants and businesses on this street. You can order to go or you can sit in the back of the building. There are a small amount of seats in the back. They are close together and a little cramped. This restaurant only has one bathroom that is also in the back of the restaurant. The decorations are mediocre with spices placed on a self. The food was good tasting, you know what you are getting from the menu. The sauces are on the table for you to put as much or little as you want. Both tzatziki sauce and chili sauce. We ordered meal 2 which was 4 falafels with came with the pita bread and hummus dip and the haloumi cheese sandwich. Both were pleasant. The falafels were a little on the dry side and the hummus could have had a little more flavor with garlic or lemon juice. This would be a great lunch spot or if you want to pick something up quickly to eat.

Isabella B.

It was my second day in Dublin and I wanted a light meal as I had a 3-course dinner later in the evening. I spotted this place as a recommended cheap eat on TripAdvisor and being on Dame Street was on the main drag between my hotel and Trinity College. Like Mexican food in California, Middle Eastern is Europe's go to for cheap food and from what I hear they do it well. Not surprisingly this place is popular with the lunch crowd filled with people of all types from tourists to people taking a work lunch. Their focus seems to be more for takeaway but they have a small dining space in the back. I got their meal one (Palestinian bread: pocket full of hummus, tomato, cucumber pickles, fried aubergine, flat parsley and chilli & tahini sauce, €7.50). For €7.50 falafel is a go-to for a filling meal for many a vegetarian. The condiments around it were excellent as it provided spice and sauce for what is otherwise a lukewarm and flat falafel. I had better falafel at Tender Green's back in the US and their focus was salads. The Batata Hara (Lebanese spiced potato wedges) have a curry-like taste to them and in comparision was much better than the falafel. This won't be my last trip to Europe so I hope I have more chances to try better falafel in the Continent.

Amanda S.

I came across the place while exploring Dublin! I thought it was only takeaway, but they have a small lovely sit-in area further back into the restaurant. You can tell from the previous wallpaper and ceiling that it used to be a cafe, but I still love the low circular lights, the dark forest green paint, pickle jars on the wall, and wood carved signs. I went around 6:30 on a weekday, and I waited about 15 minutes. I ordered the Palestinian falafel, which was stuffed with tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplants, and pickles. It looks a bit small, but it is definitely filling. It was seasoned very well, and the combination of the pickles and the freshly sliced tomatoes was very refreshing! They put a handful of parsley in as well, which I enjoyed immensely. I would recommend coming at a off hour as there are not that many seats (and most of them are for 2 or 4 people) or doing a takeaway! Bring a vegan or vegetarian friend here and they will be very happy :)

Eugenia C.

Loved it! The place is small but well organized, clean, modern and neat! The food was delicious and I was able to enjoy a full vegan meal at the right price. If I come back to Dublin, I would love to have another meal here :3 In the picture: palestinian falafel and umi's batata hara

James K.

Umi Falafel has two branches in Dublin - Dame Street and Rathmines - and I expect there will be more branches to come. The Dame St. branch is very popular, and rightly so - central location, friendly staff, delicious and affordable vegetarian food. For €7.50 I got a falafel sandwich, spiced potato wedges, and mint tea. My brother went with the soup combo (€8.50) which included a large bowl of lentil soup instead of the potato wedges. It was great comfort food for a cold day and extremely filling too (we could barely finish it all). The lentil soup was creamy and nicely balanced with lemon and seasoning; my Palestinian falafel sandwich was delicious, consisting of a large pita containing three falafel (freshly cooked to order), fried aubergine, tomato, cucumber pickles, parsley, chili, and tahini sauce. The waitress recommended the mint tea, and I'm glad she did - the fresh mint leaves soaking in black tea made for a refreshing and beautiful pick-me-up! For social and environmental impact, I'm giving them 5/5 green stars. Everything on the menu is vegetarian and many items are vegan too (many items are gluten-free also). They serve everything on ceramic plates with metal utensils, and the only disposable item was a thin sheet of paper on each tray. They have paper bags (responsibly sourced paper) at the exit should you need to take anything to go. The main ingredients that they use, chickpeas and lentils, are among best crops for sustainably feeding the growing population, particularly as sources of protein. Lentils and chickpeas are both classified as pulses (part of the legume family) - these plants fix their own nitrogen and therefore have much lower fertilizer needs. This provides a significant environmental benefit since fertilizer requires a lot of energy to make and is also responsible for a lot of pollution. They also require less water than many other protein sources, if grown sustainably. The UN declared 2016 the year of the pulse to draw attention to these foods as more sustainable protein sources. Umi cook their falafel in pure rapeseed oil. The tea bag in my mint tea was from Ahmad tea, who are not perfect but are a member of the Ethical Tea Partnership and are involved in some good charitable work. Umi also make fresh juices from ingredients such as carrot and apple. Interested in writing green star reviews? If so, contact me! (greenstarsproject)

Zara N.

Umi do the best falafel in Dublin, it's the best I've ever eaten outside the Middle East and would easily rival anything I've had there. Have only ever had the take-out but plan on having a sit-down Mezze there soon. Their Palestinian pitta with falafel, aubergine, pickle, hummus and marinated tomatoes is so so good, I haven'y been able to order anything else other than the falafel on their own (also amazing!). It's so fresh and wholesome yet hearty and filling at the same time- the perfect fast food basically!! Love, love, love it!! Plus for any vegetarians out there, the entire menu is meat-free too! It's also super easy on the pocket, so a perfect spot for lunch on the go on a budget.

Falafel and hummus pita with fries and a fresh juice 9,50

Jen S.

Hands down best falafel in Dublin, maybe even in Ireland. Fresh, delicious falafel is prepared and packed into pita with hummus and it is just short of amazing. No other words to describe tho food here. With its easy location on dame street its not hard to find, expect a small line but it's worth it. Before 5pm you can get a lunch special with a falafel sandwich, wedge fries and a drink for 7,50 and its really filling. I opted for a fresh juice which was an excellent choice for an extra 2 Euro. They have to go, or table service so decide before you go in - they are super organized and have little patience for slow tourists. Understandably since they are usually busy. My server was very personable and efficient, overall I had a really excellent experience here. Will be back next time I'm in Dublin for sure. All the food I had in Dublin was mediocre but this place was exceptional. Must stop if in Dublin and you live for excellent falafel.

Georgian S.

Well I travelled along with my Vegetarian meetup group. We had been here in the past. I enjoyed my time. Food was exquisite. heheehe. The waiter knew his stuff and his dishes dietary. I was most impressed. He knew what was vegan and wasn't. Although the majority of the dishes on offer is Vegan, some are vegetarian. So I just wanted to make sure. Considering the place was bouncing, he was speculator. Ever since Delhi O' Delhi(Review here), closed down(RIP), I have been naming Umi Falafel as my FAV vegan/vegetarian restaurant. Umi is Arabic for "Mother". Following is what I had The Lebanese Falafel Batata Hara/Wedges Lentil Soup Basbousa The Lentil Soup, mmmmmmmm was heaven. Totally enjoyed it. Creamey(VEGAN) creamey soup. I had asked the waiter what was the soup of the day and he reploied Brocoli Soup of which was I wasn't the best of. SO I chose a nicer soup of which I was glad. hahahah The Lebanese Falafel was filled in a wrap style or as they call it a Falafel. Filled with styuffiny type, Tomato, Cucumber, pickles, parsely and tahini sauce. It was scrumptious. IT would be suitable as a lunch. It was heaven. mmmmm. I asked for a side order of Wedges or in Arabic BAtata Hara. They were a bit dry, spicyness was "Just Right". Not too hot, and not too bland(opposite of spicy), it was JUST RIGHT. I asked for a dessert menu. I quickly looked and chose Basbousa

Drink (Jazar Surprise) and napkin in matching colours

Petra B.

I used to love going to the Cedar Tree with friends but since the friends moved away I somehow didn't find anyone else to go with and on your own it's no fun. So I'm very happy to see Lebanese food in a more easy going restaurant / takeaway style. Walking in I at first was confused where to ask for a table but the girl at the till easily realised my confusion and made me walk through to the tables where another girl gave me the menu and aksed me to sit down. It took a bit long before someone came to take my order but looking around it was very busy at the time and orders from other clients later where taken quickly enough so in my case it was just the circumstances. And the staff was very friendly. I was very hungry when I went here before a gig in the Olympia so at first I was afraid two small(ish) dishes wouldn't be enough but it actually was. I went for the Falafel Salad and sweet potato fries and loved both and was nicely filled. The fries come with a spicy tomato sauce which in a way suited the sweet potatoes but was too spicy for my taste buds. But the fries were perfectly fine on their own too. I decided to go for one of their juices and had the Jazar Surprise (carrot, apple and ginger) which worked very well with my food. So Umi is now definitely on my to-go-to places for very tasty and quick enough meals and fair prices.

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Junko Y.

A lot of new places have been popping up recently and this has easily become one of my favourites! Their falafels are well-made albeit a little too crunchy on the outside the last time I ordered them. They were still very tasty though and do seem like something an umi or mother would make at home! Served in different quantities with a variety of dips--tahini, hummus, and something else--pickles, and khubz arabi (arabic bread, similar to pita), elegantly presented on a wooden board. I have wheat intolerance and the chef allowed me to have a small portion from the salad selection instead as a substitute. I had the six-piece falafel plate and thought it was substantial enough and very easy on the pocket as well. It's a little dark inside with limited natural light coming in but the minimalist interior, cushioned seats and traditional Lebanese music still make for a comfortable and satisfying dining experience. This used to be a kebab place which I had only gone into once for change and I'm glad it has been replaced by something much more inviting. I will definitely be back!

Falafel with tabbouleh salad, pita and hummus (7.50 euro deal)

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Orla H.

10 years ago

Another great student haunt. The lunch special is cheap and cheerful and exceptionally filling - I'm yet to finish one! You get a sandwhich, drink and wedges for around 7 euro. I usually go for the Palestinian falafel - tastes so damn good! read more

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Aline E.

10 years ago

I didn't expect much because I really love meat and when my friend said we were going to a restaurant without it I was already with a bad impression. But i have to say that it was much better than I could imagine. A sandwich without meat so delicious. I would definitely go back there again. It was great read more

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Gareth D.

11 years ago

I've become a self-confessed sucker for the Palestinian Falafel at Umi...Having been here multiple times I figured it was time for a review. Umi offers exceptional value for fresh and tasty 'middle eastern' falafel based food. Trading off price and quality it gets a huge thumbs up. The average price for a meal and drink is around €8-9, but the quality of food and drinks (minted lemonade mmmm), far exceeds this! The restaurant manages to balance ambience and a restaurant feel with 'fast food' in a way which retains class and the feeling that you are getting a great service in a pleasant environment. I have never had any issues with service, which has always been speedy and friendly! I have taken friends here since, and all have become regular customers. I would highly recommend both to Dublin locals who haven't been yet (what!? you haven't been yet!?), and anyone visiting Dublin and looking for a quick bite during the day! Great stuff! read more

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Rowan M.

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Ummi which is another word for mama or mother in Arabic and as the name suggests you would expect something delicious as if it was made by your mom. I can say that this is the best falafel I have had in Dublin ( vey authentic and delicious). They offer different choices for falafel whether in salads or a wraps. My favourite is the Lebanese falafel wrap with extra tahini. And its not just the food that makes it especial but the atmosphere it self, starting from the big drawing of Um-Kalthoom or as called " the fourth pyramid of Egypt" and the most famous Arab singer. Also the amazing arabic songs they play which gives the place its identity. read more

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Phil C.

11 years ago

Hands down the the best falafel in Dublin. Fast food but the interior is nice and a little less shameful than a dinner in Zaytoon. Worth a look! read more

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Mariam A.

12 years ago

As an arab person I can give their Falafel 3 out of 5, I usually order the Palestinian Falafel

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Sara F.

11 years ago

Oh my the food here is so tasty. Everything I have tried has made my mouth water. Such a relaxing atmosphere and lovely staff. Can not recommend it enough read more

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Jas P.

12 years ago

Really lovely fresh falafel, tahini salad and mint tea - however, I think I would prefer the wraps as they are packed up for you so you get all the juicy flavours in one mouthful. Whereas I had the option to pack it up my self - and I'm not as good as the pros! read more

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JR D.

10 years ago

One of my favourite spots to stuff my face. I usually go for the falafel pitta with spicy wedges meal deal with which you get a drink, all for €7.50. The pitta is packed with salad, hummous, baked aubergine (yum!) and of course falafel. On the last bite I always wish I'd worn my good pair of stretchy pants, as the portions are really filling. So I drink up my tea with fresh mint and let the food go down easy, before checking my teeth for stragglers in the big mirror in the rather nice loo(they have potpourri). And I always thank the boys making the falafel on my way out, because they are literally making it fresh right there at the counter and it looks so delicious I know I'll be back very soon to stuff my face again! read more

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Anne O.

13 years ago

Love this place, the best falafel I've had in the city in a while, lovely fresh vegetarian food to eat in or takeaway. The lads who run the place are very friendly too and happy to explain anything on the menu. Took 1 star off because the opening hours don't extend past closing time ;-) read more

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Beatriz G.

10 years ago

I felt at home eating their hummus, falafel and salads. Great option for vegan people, definitely coming back.

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Emma W.

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11 years ago

I stumbled in here quite by chance during a 17 hour layover in Dublin and I am so glad I did! I was jetlagged and starving and desperately trying to find something that didn't scream "tourist trap!" I walked into Umi Falafel 8 minutes before they closed for the night. Although the staff were beginning to make closing time motions the man at the register was incredibly warm and patient with my sleep deprived self. He did coin tricks for me as we waited for the falafel to fry. I got what they call the Palestinian falafel sandwich. It has pickles, eggplant and hot sauce on it in addition to the garlicky tahini yogurt sauce and cucumber and tomato. I was skeptical of the pickles but was assured that I wouldn't be sorry and indeed I wasn't. Everything was fresh, perfectly seasoned and just scrumptious. They were generous with the falafel; I got some in every bite and it was top notch. If only I was in Dublin more often! read more

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Kelly V.

10 years ago

I went here twice during my 3 day jaunt around Dublin, it's that good! I'm a huge falafel fan and this place has some of the best falafels I've ever had. Try a falafel in a pita and add the garlic sauce! The staff isn't that friendly but I'm not expecting overly nice servers like in the US. Also, the mint lemonade is really good. Try it! read more

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Eva G.

10 years ago

Honestly the best falafel in Dublin and so affordable. I get lunch there so often I'm starting to feel embarrassed about how much time I spend there. The menu is short and sweet with a great value lunch special before 5pm, you can sit in or get a delicious sandwich to go. The staff are super friendly as well - the overall atmosphere is nice and chill. The Palestinian falafel pita is amazing. read more

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Khalid A.

11 years ago

I love this place. I have been many times, so I always recommend it to my friends. Brilliant atmosphere, lovely, tasty and well-priced food and great service. The restaurant itself is small, and they don't take bookings, so sometimes you have to wait but believe me, well worth the waiting read more

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Abraham T.

12 years ago

I was very excited to visit Umi as I love the cuisine, and I wasn't let down. The food is great, and the menu has a great range of options to choose from. Very fast service too so great for a quick lunch / pre cinema bite to eat. read more

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Zoe C.

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I ADORE this place. Great value menu with just the right amount of variety. Get here before 5pm and avail of their €7.50 lunch deal - chips, drink and a falafel wrap/sandwich. The chips aren't just any chips, they're these delicious moreish wedges, quirkily served in the little basket they were fried in, with a wonderful citrusy taste and sprinkled with coriander. For fast food, the presentation is lovely, your wrap or sandwich is served on a wooden board. Napkins and cutlery are already on the table. The colour scheme is great - yellow and green, it feels contemporary, like a chic café, Lovely wooden tables and long benches. There's a real mix of customers - from suits to students, all here for the delicious, great value, fresh food. Perhaps best of all it is totally veggie friendly. Oh the service is spot on too, lovely, friendly staff. Keep it up! read more

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Cheap and good falafel. Umi means mum, so this is a great place if you need good and cheap food. It is like a fast-food restaurant, but with food that won't make you feel guilty after consuming it. Go here for little and big hungers that needs to be resolved fast. Good lemonade as well if you are thirsty! read more

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Oliver K.

9 years ago

Best falafel in town, hands down. My go to lunch spot when I'm out and about. Be warned though: the soap dispenser in the bathroom is a bit counterintuitive, as can be seen by the pool of soap on the floor. This doesn't take away from my rating at all, but I want people to be aware of it! I recommend the Palestinian falafel. read more

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Anna D.

10 years ago

I love Lebanese food and it's great to have a cheap but still good quality option in Dublin. Umi has a basic sitting area to welcome you or take away option if you are up to have a bite in the sunlight. The first time I was here I ordered almost all the mezze menu because I was curious to taste everything and I wasn't disappointed. All the dishes tasted incredibly good and fresh. For me it's a very great value and one of my favorite spot for cheap and healthy food. read more

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Kirsten B.

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10 years ago

Had an absolutely yummy falafel sandwich for lunch! Would only recommend getting the meal if you know you're hungry (I wasn't hungry enough!). read more

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Daisy R.

10 years ago

The portions are small, the food is whatever and they appear to be a casual take out place but they're not? I was given my food to go and when I wanted to sit down at the tables that I eventually saw in the back they wanted to charge me more money! Who the heck does that! read more

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Aileen R.

10 years ago

As far as falafel places go, this is probably the best, the 7.50 deal where you get wedges, falafel and a drink makes it even better. My one complaint is theres a lot of coriander, I woulntd be the biggest fan! read more

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Caitríona S.

9 years ago

Great value lunch deal, efficient service, fresh food with quality ingredients. Take away option also available.

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Alexis S.

11 years ago

SO GOOD! Probably the best falafel I've ever had anywhere. The stuffed falafel is especially tasty and the halloumi is amazing. I've had pretty much everything on the menu and it's all of good quality and tasty. Highly recommended to visit here for a nice snack or lunch. You can really stuff yourself with food if you're not careful! Staff are really polite and funny too. read more

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Ethan G.

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Excellent falafel. Pita made on the premises. What else needs to be said except to add that the other dishes are good, but the falafel and the salads are standouts! read more

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Terri M.

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11 years ago

Great falafel shop! Not only is the falafel excellent, but also the homemade soup (the mushroom was delightful) and the tabulleh salad! Strongly recommend this place! read more

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dave g.

10 years ago

I think I ordered the wrong things last night. I have been there a couple times and first time the lentil soup and falafel sand which were good. However I had the falafel salad and tahini salad last night and both were pretty gross. The tahini salad was soupy and didn't taste like tahini. The falafe salad was basically coleslaw with lots of mayo and a few falafel balls. Won't be going here again. read more

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Sergej S.

12 years ago

Good falafel place. Tasty food and relaxed atmosphere. The best option to go for is 10 falafels, it comes with hummus, tahini sauce , pitta bread and pickled stuff for a mere 7€. read more

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Brooke P.

11 years ago

Had the tahini salad, fattoush salad and spicy grilled aubergine. Prices were very cheap, and we got way more food than we expected and could finish. All of the food was very fresh and filling, which was a nice reprieve from all the fried food and pastries I've eaten on this trip. There's ample seating in the back, and the servers were super helpful and attentive. Great, affordable spot for Middle Eastern food in Dublin! read more

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Schlo M.

10 years ago

We loved this place so much. It's very reasonably priced and great deals are available for delicious, extremely vegan and gluten free dishes. I had a falafel sandwich with soup, my friend had the potato wedges and haloumi cheese sticks and all was absolutely lovely, creamy, crispy and fresh. The staff was friendly and helpful as well. read more

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Peter W.

12 years ago

If your looking for a quick bite that's also healthy this is the place for you. The food was fresh & tasty. Reasonably priced and nice staff. read more

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Darlene B.

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10 years ago

My favourite place to get food, affordable and taste is amazing makes you very full ! I love this restaurant so much :)

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Ab N.

12 years ago

Been a few times now, gets better every time. The Palestinian sandwich is my favourite. Good price. Friendly staff. Lovely food!!

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Fiona J.

11 years ago

One of my favourite lunchtime spots. The food is soooo good, especially the Palestinian falafel sandwich. Great value, really lovely staff!

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Marcin S.

11 years ago

That's a great place! Price/quality ratio is really high, you can eat a great meal really cheap. Wide range of salads, great hummus & falafel. And of course tasty, fresh juices! read more

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Caroline R.

10 years ago

I love this place, great decor, and great food- the meal deals are great value for money and offer a good choice. As a vegan its hard to find good places to eat out sometimes, so its great to be spoiled for choice! read more

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Gillian W.

11 years ago

Can't say enough good things about this place. They've created a huge love of Falafels for me. I'm a regular !

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Lisa S.

11 years ago

Delicious food that comes quickly. Good falafel, hummus, vine leaves, etc. Very reasonable prices. Plenty of vegan options, but wish they would label the menu to say which items are vegan / dairy-free. Has seating, but also does take away. Perfect location to eat before or after a show at the Olympia theater. read more

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Emily M.

9 years ago

Hurrah for several vegan options that are clearly marked on the menu and reasonably priced! I ordered the lunch special of a falafel sandwich and lentil soup to go. Ended up eating the soup for lunch and saving the sandwich for a picnic supper later on in Phoenix Park. Food is good and staff is friendly. My only complaint was the long wait time (20 mins) for my take away order. read more

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13 Dame Street
Dublin 2
Republic of Ireland
South Inner City
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(01) 670 6866
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http://umifalafel.ie

Hours

What time does Umi Falafel open?

Umi Falafel opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Umi Falafel close?

Umi Falafel closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Food & Alcohol

Does Umi Falafel have catering options?

Yes, Umi Falafel does have catering options.

Does Umi Falafel serve alcohol?

No, Umi Falafel does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Umi Falafel have TVs?

Yes, Umi Falafel has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Umi Falafel have bike parking?

Yes, Umi Falafel has bike parking.

Does Umi Falafel have outdoor seating?

No, Umi Falafel does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Umi Falafel have parking?

Yes, Umi Falafel has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Umi Falafel have free WiFi?

No, Umi Falafel does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

About us Umi is the Arabic word for mother which explains why our falafel are handmade with care. At Umi we want to share with you our passion for the freshest and most authentic falafel in Dublin. Our bread is freshly baked and our salads, pickles and sauces are made to a family recipe. At Umi Falafel Dame Street, you can enjoy our falafels and salads in a cosy and relaxing atmosphere. The restaurant has a modern seating area which can seat up to 50 falafel enthusiasts. In addition to our sit down restaurant, we also have a take-out service

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“I had the Palestinian Falafel and some dolmas (stuffed grape leaves) which were outstanding in flavor.”

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Falafel

4.1(67 reviews)

0.1 km•Temple Bar

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What an experience we had at Falafel! The owner greeted us at the door, offering us samples of…read moreolives and suggesting different menu items to try. We did indeed have those olives and some pita bread for the road. The pita bread was so soft and fluffy, and also stayed warm throughout our night. The olives were marinated to perfection, and we recieved a healthy amount! I think the real amazing part of this was the story we'll have dancing with the owner, and how he made us feel- apart of the family. When we're back in Dublin, we'll definitely be here again!

It takes a lot for me to go to to the trouble of reviewing something but this was horrible. Kibbeh…read moretasted like straight grease. Baklava was soggy and cold??? Schwarma wrap had no flavor. Would not recommend.

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Palestinian Falafel and Mixed Shish Plates

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Zaytoon

3.9(172 reviews)

0.2 km•Temple Bar

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The UK and Europe have a heavy Middle Eastern influence, and this adds to the diversity and…read moreregional flavors. We were walking around Swords and needed a place for a late dinner. We came across Zaytoon and wanted to give them a try. The ambiance was nice. It had a nice cafe feel. Plenty of booths, tables and spots to plug in and charge a phone. What blew me away was the hospitality! The staff were all extremely friendly! They wanted to give us a sample of everything! After the meal, we checked out the dessert menu. When we mentioned liking the ice cream they offered a sample, then a full portion! The meal was perfect too! We both got the chicken kabobs and accompaniments. It was so fresh and delicious! The freshness of the produce and meats here is next level! The mango ice cream at the end was a wonderful way to end the meal. I'm not sure if this is a chain or a mom and pop, but it definitely gave the feel of a stand alone restaurant.

For a quickie meal or takeaway, this was top notch and had fantastic and ample food. Walk up,…read moreorder, they will bring it to the table. I loved the stuffed aubergine- so, yes, vegetarians have good choices here. Hubby had chicken and also loved it.

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Chicken doner and chips

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Interior

O'falafel

4.1(18 reviews)

1.3 km•Harcourt

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This is a great business. Simple concept well executed…read more They only make falafel and Lebanese pizzas. Three make simple and stuffed falafel and you can customise what else you want in your wrap/salad. Try the spicy sujuk - amazing and the aubergine special - out of this world. The owner Hassan is a lovely guy and is always up for a chat!

Popped in here a few times on the way home from work for a quick dinner. It's always been…read moregreat-fast, delicious and service is great. I have had the original one as well as the stuffed one and both were great. Really recommend if you are looking for something fast and health-ish. I hear they also do delivery for rainy days!

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Vine leaves - light, healthy and refreshing

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The best meal to have by the sea shore!

The Cedar Tree

4.0(123 reviews)

0.2 km•South Inner City

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Stopped in at Cedar Tree for dinner and absolutely loved the vibe. It's super welcoming and the…read morebeautiful mosaic tiles on the walls really make the place feel special. I went with the chicken mansef for my main course and it was seriously good. The chicken was tender, and the rice was perfect, but the best part was definitely the texture and flavor burst from the pomegranate seeds scattered on top. That little bit of sweet and sour pop really made the dish stand out. Excellent food, a gorgeous atmosphere, and friendly service.

Very convenient location. Music playing. Food was delicious. We had a reservation and we were…read moreseated right away. On a busy night it might be helpful to make a reservation. We were so hungry we just took photos of the appetizers. We ordered the early specials. I had hummus and mixed Kafta chicken and beef with spicy potatoes. Husband ordered Arayess as a starter. Then spiced chicken kafta. He really enjoyed the meal. Our tea and coffee was delicious

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Lovely, warm interior

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Sprout & Co

4.5(35 reviews)

0.5 km•South Inner City

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I had the Mediterranean bowl at Sprout & Co. the bowl was ok but nothing great. Limited seating and…read moredrink choices. Fast food salad.

Sprout is another make-your-own bowl place, but with a unique variety of options! It's in a more…read morecrowded area of Dublin, but there's a lot of space and seating. There was a bit of a line when we stopped in, but everything moved quickly and the employees were very friendly. I ordered the chicken Tokyo bowl and this was may have been one of my favorite meals during my trip. The chicken was well seasoned and the variety of vegetables all added a nice bite (particularly the pickled cucumbers, broccoli salad, and chilis). They're heavy-handed with the sauce and furikake seasoning, which was nice, but it did end up being a little salty. The servings are large and could definitely make two meals!

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Tokyo bowl

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Keshk Cafe & Restaurant

4.4(49 reviews)

1.7 km•Baggot Street

•€€

It disappeared. No longer there which is too bad because I really enjoyed the food about a year…read moreago, last time I was in Dublin.

Fantastic waitstaff! Very friendly and attentive. The vegetarian moussaka was great. The raspberry…read morecheesecake was good too. BOYW was fantastic too. Liquor store is around the corner too. Come here for a fantastic meal!

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Shouk

4.7(10 reviews)

2.2 km•Drumcondra

Spotted Shouk on Dublin's The Eater Essentials and we booked this dinner res as our first night…read more Overall, the food was fantastic, great price point. and portion sizes were fantastic. Shouk's interior is very cute, with high ceilings and an open set up allowing you to dine outside, in a room connected to the outdoor space, or a darker, "indoor" area. food: Fantastic. As someone who is GF and was worried about this when traveling abroad, the GF options where fabulous and the restaurant is very accommodating. The food was fresh and served warm right as it was finished - huge plus service: Servers were kind and lovely :) Every table reservation gives you 1hr and 45 minutes to dine. if you're running late, you won't lose your table but you'll just be seated for a shorter amount of time - keep that in mind :) ambiance: The only reason I'd give Shouk 4 stars is because of the distance of the tables. In the room connected to the outdoor space where we were seated, things did feel a bit cramped. The restaurant has an "open kitchen" where you can see your food being cooked and come out which is great, but we did sit right next to the kitchen and things got a bit stuffy, despite the doors being open outside. Not sure if this was ventilation or the fact that there were many tables and folks dining that night, but that's the only thing i'd change about our experience.

We schlepped across to the north side in search of a special midweek late lunch. Very handy parking…read morearound the corner. The restaurant is right beside Drumcondra railway station, tucked into a corner of the Old St Vincent's Centre for the Deaf. Inside a cosy but buzzy dining room greets you with an impressive number of hungry diners tucking in to the Middle Eastern/Lebanese fare. We ordered a large mezze to share together with a Batta which is mostly roast sweet potatoes stuffed with lamb mince, yoghurt and spices. Absolutely fantastic. The mezze came with plentiful flatbreads which we hungrily filled with deliciousness and devoured. As it was lunchtime, we decided not to have any wine but I'd be pretty confident it would only be better with a crisp Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc. As it was, we had some sparkling water instead and agreed it was a standout meal that was filing but also vaguely healthy. Service was speedy and attentive and we emerged into the sunshine to begin, once again, the odyssey across the Liffey. We will be back.

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Pita

Areyas

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Large Mezze

Tang

4.7(75 reviews)

0.7 km•South Inner City

•€€

WOW! Unbelievably good. Had a little bit of a wait but it was so worth it. The sauce was the star…read moreof the meal so good!

We got there right when they opened at 8am. Good thing because it filled up quickly. We both had…read morethe harissa and eggs. It was delicious, but quite spicy. I heartily recommend breakfa

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Almond Babka

Oat Latte

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Mushroom toast

Zaytoon

4.0(106 reviews)

1.1 km•Harcourt

•€€

I made a work trip to Ireland earlier this month staying at the Camden Court Hotel. Zaytoon is…read moreacross the street from the hotel and it's open late. They have a good selection of Mediterranean cuisine (shish kabobs, falafels). I've eaten there most at the end of the night of hanging out at different pubs and their food really hit the spot. I remember their beef shish or falafel meals. Their meat and falafel balls seem fresh and their stuff includes fresh veggies. They turn their orders around very quickly at late night, either for dine-in or take-away. They have plenty of dine-in seating. Zaytoon and its staff were very helpful at the late night rush, I'm assuming they're just as good during the day.

Zaytoon is a Persian restaurant offering a fast-casual menu of Mediterranean-influenced kebabs and…read moreother dishes. I tried the Beef Kebab, the Koobideh (spiced ground lamb and beef), and the Falafel (herbaceous chickpea fritters). The kebabs were juicy and flavorful, but the falafels were too soft, wet, and crumbly for my liking. The family-style menu also came with hummus, tzatziki, a spicy chili sauce, salad (lettuce, tomato, cucumbers, red onion, pickled red cabbage), and freshly-baked rounds of taftoon flatbread. Overall, everything we tried was flavorful, healthy, and came at a reasonable price for the quality of food!

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Hummus, tzatziki, falafel, beef kebab, koobideh, taftoon flatbread

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Alon's Pita Bar

5.0(1 review)

2.2 km•Drumcondra

OMFG this place is amazing. The guys have just started this new market stall and it's unbelievably…read moregood. The menu is small which is always a good sign, they offer just three different pitas and a few sides. Wait until you try the pitas, they are like pillows of air! They taste nothing like the ones you get in a shop, they're delicious.

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The New restaurant SHOUK

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Pilar S.

10 years ago

One of myy favourite place in Dublin! Healthy and delicious falafel and also, the Kinoa salad is great! Very good and quick service :) Its location is just in the city centre, close to Bus stops and it´s very easy to find it. The price is 7€ for a drink, falafel and chips. Thum up for Umi Falafel!! read more

Tim S.

7 years ago

I strolled into Umi just to have a look at the salad menu and I think I have found a new go-to! Absolutely massive portion of delicious salads for an incredibly reasonable price! Very nice friendly staff on Mary Street, really enjoyed the food and will definitely be back! read more

Niamh M.

10 years ago

Very nice welcoming staff, very chilled atmosphere, good seems quite small on the plate but it is actually really filling, really tasty and affordable! Recommend to anyone who is sick of burgers and looking to try something new. Also suitable for vegetarians ! read more

Rachel D.

10 years ago

Prime location for the best falafel in Dublin. Great food, pleasant friendly and helpful staff and a great lunch offer from 12-5pm. Good takeaway sandwiches too. Well worth a visit for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. read more

J A.

12 years ago

I went for the first with my wife to umi falafel at Dublin City centre . Yummy falafel and salads, reasonable price, great atmosphere. Good service and friendly. Highly recommended. read more

Sean F.

11 years ago

Hands down the best falafel I have ever tasted and the potato wedges are amazing as well. The staff are prompt and make sure your food gets to you as quick as possible. read more

Laszlo N.

10 years ago

Great place. Clean cooking and traditional tastes. Friendly staff and central location. What else do you need? Oh yes, the prices are very friendly also. read more

George K.