Best Places To Get You Falafel Fix in LA
Falafel is one of those Mediterranean dishes even carnivores can't resist, with deep fried seasoned chickpea (or fava bean) patties stuffed into fresh pita bread and topped with tahini sauce, pickled vegetables and salad greens. Despite being fried, falafels are surprising low in fat and cholesterol. They're also a great source for protein and fiber, not to mention delicious. Fortunately you can find these fantastic fritters all over Los Angeles. Check out these top five places for a 100% satisfaction guaranteed falafel fix.
Joe's Falafel
3535 Cahuenga Blvd. W.
Los Angeles, CA 90068
(323) 512-4447
www.joesfalafel.net
With falafel right in the name, Joe's Falafel has some pretty tasty ones. Known for its Mediterranean cuisine, Joe's Falafel also offers dishes from the Middle East, Greece and Turkey. Whether you choose your falafel on a plate or in a sandwich (pita or lafa), you won't be disappointed. Prepared fresh, fried to a golden brown, every serving is perfectly moist, seasoned and crispy.
Ihsan's Falafel
Farmers Markets
Los Angeles, CA 90301
(715) 360-2334
www.ihsansfalafel.com
There are always great finds at the Farmer's Market, and Ihsan's Falafel is certainly one of them. Open from 8am until 1pm at the Santa Monica location, Ihsan's falafels are organic, vegan and gluten free. Ihsan's chef Amin also makes theses Sudanese falafels from scratch every day. He has to because they sell out every day. They're served with the traditional tahini sauce, but Ihsan's also offers a spicy peanut dip that will blow your mind.
Santee Falafel
1335 S. Santee St.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 749-2555
www.santeefalafel.com
Santee Street in downtown Los Angeles is best known for great deals on retail. It's also the best place to grab something to eat. Santee Falafel is a favorite among thrifty shoppers because you get a lot for your money. The falafels are big and perfectly fried and are included in many of the combination plates. Whether you want your falafel next to some great shawarma or meaty kebabs or simply over a bed of rice with a side of hummus and salad, Santee Falafel is where it's at.
Bella Pita
960 Gayley Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 209-1050
www.bellapita.com
If there's anyone out there who knows how to get the best food for their money, it would be college students. Bella Pita in the UCLA area is a favorite amongst the collegiate crowd and best known for their falafel pitas. At around $6 dollars a pop, a falafel pita is a steal, but the real deal comes in the unlimited toppings bar. Customize your falafel pita to your liking with salad toppings, pickled vegetables and sauces. You'll be surprised how much a pita can hold when you really try.
Dune
3143 Glendale Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 486-7073
www.dune.kitchen
Big portions, flavorful food and reasonable prices are all offered to Mediterranean cuisine lovers at Dune. This Atwater Village go-to eatery has some of the best falafels (and many other dishes) in the area. Crispy falafels with homemade flat bread, hummus, pickles, marinated cabbage and onions with perfectly textured tahini sauce, topped with shoestring potatoes are a steal for $8.50. Add a few bucks more, and you can get the falafel hummus plate with all of the above but more of it. And trust me, you'll want as much as you can get.
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