North Avenue Falafel — Restaurant in Jefferson Township

From the moment I stepped into North Avenue Falafel for the second stop on my Ramadining adventures, I knew I was in for something special. Opting for the combination special was a decision I’ll never regret. This platter is a culinary journey that brings the best of the Middle East to your table - featuring beef kabab, chicken kabab, kofta kabab, alongside a chicken shawarma sandwich that’s nothing short of a masterpiece. The chicken shawarma was exceptionally moist and flavorful, wrapped in a cloud of pita bread that carried every bite to new heights.

But it doesn’t stop there. The accompaniments - rice, baba ghanoush, hummus, fatoush salad, alongside generous servings of garlic sauce - each added layers of flavor that complemented the main dishes beautifully. It was a symphony of flavors and textures that danced harmoniously on the palate.

North Avenue Falafel has truly outdone itself, creating a space where food transcends mere eating; it’s an experience, a celebration of culinary excellence. The warmth and authenticity of this place are unparalleled, making every bite feel like a slice of home, no matter where you’re from.

For anyone embarking on their own Ramadining adventure or simply in search of exceptional Middle Eastern cuisine, North Avenue Falafel is a must-visit. Their chicken shawarma alone is worth the trip, but it’s the whole package - the food, the ambiance, the hospitality - that will keep you coming...

By far my favorite hummus! Very flavorful, smooth & creamy. It's great with carrot & celery sticks should you be ordering takeout. (Tip: If you're feeling lazy you can buy precut veggies at Pete's or Whole Foods.)

I get mostly the vegetarian dishes here and everything is good. The Falafel here is nice and not oily, big plus as a lot I've had IS oily. I don't care for the baba ghanoush, but then I don't like anyone else's either. Perhaps it's a a texture thing. Pita bread is always warm and soft. I've had a few bites of my husband's chicken shawarma and it seems decent, but that's not typically my favorite. Not into all the sauce that goes on top. I like the lentil soup, but it could definitely stand less salt in my opinion. They include a lemon wedge with each soup which is nice addition.

NAF is not much for dining in: florescent lighting, a little bit of decor, counter service only, but they have a/c, and TV (if that's your thing while dining) and it's clean. Definitely a good place if you're looking for a quick bite, and pricing is fair for what you get. Everyone I've encountered working here is very friendly. Worth checking out should you enjoy middle eastern food. Gotta support good local businesses to keep...

If I could give it zero stars, I absolutely would. First of all, I had two items from this place and they were both horrendous & should have no association with middle eastern cuisine. As a middle eastern, I know how hummus should taste and I also know what a beef shawarma sandwich should be. Hummus was completely bland. No seasoning or flavor whatsoever. It was only dressed with old sumac that had lacked its aroma & flavor also. As for the beef shawarma sandwich, it was tasty, BUT it was not BEEF SHAWARMA. Beef shawarma is on a spit & rotated to cook evenly all throughout. This was just chopped flank steak that was marinated. It was basically beef fajitas wrapped in a big tortilla. If you’re going to do Latin food, do Latin food. But don’t market your restaurant as “middle eastern cuisine” when you have no idea what it tastes like or...