Falafel California — Restaurant in San Diego

Today I ate at Falafel California, and I will only be going back here for Falafel and Shawarma. I am Autistic and one of my safe foods has always been Falafel and Shawarma. I have tried most every Falafel place in and out of California, and the experience I had today was unmatched. Firstly, the customer service was amazing and I was treated with a smile by the beautiful family that runs the place. Secondly, it was affordable and made fresh.

Now, on to the food, because when I tell you it was a spiritual experience, I literally was in another universe eating this. I got their shawarma sandwich with fries with a side of tziki. I bit into my sandwhich and instantly knew this was on another level. After a few more bites I had to get up and walk away for a second because I just couldn't believe what I was tasting. I got half way through the sandwhich and had to stop myself because I was so full. I was physically shaking after eating it, not because anything was wrong, but because I had never tasted any Shawarma that was so delicious. Thank you, Falafel California and it's owners for bringing true, tasty Shawarma to San Diego. I will never go...

I went for the first time to get an original falafel pita. I was the only customer at the time, but it took a really long time to make 2 falafels. They came nicely wrapped in foil and I was so excited to eat one. I ordered take out , but started eating in my car because I was really hungry .Unfortunately the pita was literally cold and the balls inside were soft and room temp. not hot and crispy outside soft inside. The veggies were fresh and the flavor was pretty okay but could have used some pepperocini or pickled cabbage or some other condiment that other falafel places offer on the side. I felt good after eating, it but would have preferred to have the pita toasted and the balls hot! Along with the fore mentioned condiments for additional flavor. I also bought some baklava which was on the stale side. It is located downtown and parking is hit or miss. I had to literally move a sweater on the ground with my foot to pay at the parking meter. Homeless encampment right across the street. Had no problems , but ya know you have to watch your back...

Excellent taste, presentation, service provided(via Barrio Food Hub). My husband and I ordered from two different restaurants on Barrio Food Hub. When it was time to take out our food from our bags... He did not have any napkins or utensils! I, on the other hand, had a bag with a Falafel California sticker on the bag... Inside, a baggy with utensils and napkins... so I shared with him... The servings were very generous! I did not expect what I received. I shared some of it with the husband as well... The falafel was thick and very tasty. Excellent seasoning and taste on all food... falafel, sauces, hummus, salad, basmati rice, chips... I could not have asked or expected more. I have experienced Barrio Food Hub before but this is my first review as I wanted to share the perfect experience with Falafel California to the rest of you. I will be back for...