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For four star Middle Eastern, try Falafel Drive In in San Jose. This is a great place. This mildly expensive restaurant has been around for the last 5 years. It's known for its vegetarian offerings. The menu is over $7. Know before you go: this place features outdoor dining. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a family atmosphere. This place features catering and lunch. This place is good for groups. People who have eaten here found the food satisfactory.
4.0 of 5 stars.
Like it a lot!The falafel and banana shake combo is for the win. After a night of partying, nothing works quite as well as some fried food.I actually first found this place by driving down San Carlos...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My sister and I are a fan of Guy Fieri's DDDs. So when I was living up north near her we decided to check this place out. I was a little leery to try the falafel, so I stuck with the gyro while my...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing special. We would come here from time to time since the wife likes this place, and also when in the neighborhood. For me their falafels are a bit salty. This might be the reason why it's...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They have good falafel. Plus other beef/chicken gyros are good also. Plus you can try their banana shakes. I have been there normally day time and it is always crowded. Feels like you are eating at a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty good Falafel, not in the top 5 in terms of Falafel but pretty good, but that banana milkshake combo is pretty narly and reasonably priced. They do a pretty quick job of slapping together your...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was my first time eating a falafel. My friends have eaten here before. If they said the food is good, I believe them. They were correct. The falafel tasted really good. Too spicy for me since...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Guy Fieri totally knows his stuff because this falafel haven is hot! Featured in Diners, Drive ins, and Dives, this cute little stop serves some mean falafel. The parking lot is always full and all...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to this establishment not liking the idea of not having meat in my meal. A veggie ball did not sound appealing, but my fiancee convinced me and I gave in and drove 20 mins to this place. I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely delicious!!! I am from out of town and a friend of mine mentioned this place to me after having seen it on t.v. once and so I thought I'd give it a try...What a great decision that...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I dont like their Gyro's, but I tried their Falafel sandwich today and it was good even though the falafel was not fresh. Their hot sauce sucks. I think it will be a good idea to go there when it is...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is crowded, but service is fast.I placed my order and it was ready by the time I got the receipt. The gyro is not stuffed with slices of meat, but chunks. Great tasting pita, large slices...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like big balls and I cannot lieYou other brothers can't denyThat when garbanzo beans are in pita breadWith some veggies and some redSauce, wanna eat every inchOf that big falafel sandwichWith a...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cheap, fast(when the line isn't around the corner), and the falafel is spot on. Their shakes are awesome too, but the falafel is so good that I haven't even tried anything else to eat. I want to,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel and Banana Shake ! Awesome Great Nice!!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great. Absolutely incredible falafel, easy parking, cheap prices. Don't let the long line at lunch scare you off, it goes fast. Also don't expect friendly service, the people who...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I had never had falafel before and wanted to try it out. I went there with my wife and daughter on a Saturday early afternoon. It was quite crowded, and even when we left after 1pm, there was still...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been coming here since before I knew what tahini was ;D Seriously I've been to a few Mediterranean restaurants, but Falafel's Drive In is hands down the winner. Usually go for small gyro which...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mediterranean fast food! you can usually get your food within minutes! great place for lunch, fast service, and reasonable prices.their Gyros and Falafel Sandwiches are delicious! and the banana milk...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
MY FUEL FOR SHOPPING AT VALLEY FAIR & SANTANA ROW.Don't judge this place too quickly when you drive past it on Stevens Creek Blvd. I almost missed it when I was driving to VF to go shopping. Being...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Simply the best falafel you will have. It's the In n Out of Falafel.I get the Falafel salad. The sandwich is a bit to dry for me and I have to douse it with the "white sauce" which I'm sure packs on...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My partner and I stumbled upon the Falafel Drive In a few years ago and fell madly in love. The large falafel sandwich and banana milkshake can't be beat! The combination of spicy and creamy are...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
yummerz
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Overrated.I've never had a Falafel that crumbles to bits, pita & all mid-bite. Don't get me wrong, I would still eat here (it's practically the only fast-food med spot in the area), but I'm not going...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love love love this place. Most heavenly falafels!, wonderfully quick and friendly service. Every time I go, I order the Falafel Salad and I'm never disappointed. For $7.50 this is my favourite lunch...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was overly excited and ambitious when I came here for lunch after a few-months hiatus, and got a large falafel. It was falafel overdose, but I didn't care b/c it was so damn delicious. I had...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite spot for a good falafel. I've been going here since I was a teen and have never found a better falafel sandwich in the area... Especially for the price and speed. The people who run the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is like THE BEST falafel and pita joint you can go to in the bay area. The food is great, affordable and the staff are very friendly. Just been there once and absolutely love it. The pita chips...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I grew up near by this place and my mother still lives near by. So I have driven by this place many times. I have never eaten there until recently. I have been here twice now, The lines are long, but...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Place is the best!!! Kinda pricey but totally worth it!!! Oh and best strawberry-banana shakes ever! Tell em Awesome Paul sent ya, he'll hook you up
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We first decided to go here when we saw them featured on "Diners Drive-Ins and Dives" and we were not disappointed. I am not all too often in the mood for this type of Middle Eastern food, but when I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"Falafel!" is such a fun word to say. It totally warrants an exclamation point when in written form. Today i decided to go-a-falafeling! at lunch. You can really beat a $6 meal that is filling and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really liked this place. The Yelpers were right on this one! The falafel sandwich and humus were good; I didn't care for the red sauce they put on both - sort of a sweet possibly ketchup based...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everytime I go to this place it is awesome! The service is quick and friendly and the food is well priced and fantastic! My favorite meal is the speacil Large falafel and the banana milkshake. Dude I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh my goodness gracious this is a good falafel!I've tried a lot. And hand's down, other than the ones I make myself (which I made based on the flavors of Falafel Drive-In), this really is as good as...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Got to give Falafels Drive in Five Stars , even though they skippedour order , and two others, I had the classic Lrg Falafel w/ BananaShake fries , the sandwich was a perfect blend of flavors and...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lived in this area forever and today was my first experience at the famous Falafel Drive-In and I was impressed! Loved the gyros although the I could have used more sauce in it...and the falafel was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place must have changed ownership recently. I was so disappointed and want my money back including gasoline to get to them. They asked me if I wanted the large or the small falafel and I usually...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say about this place that hasn't already been said! The food here is just amazing. The service is top notch and they have it down to where the wait is minimal! Wish there were more seats...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yum yum yum! One of my favorite best kept secrets of SJ! (Well, I guess ~1000 reviews isn't so secretive...)I usually get a small falafel and banana shake. The pita chips with hummus are good too....
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1.0 of 5 stars.
One word "Over" as in overrated and overpricedThe Gyros are no more than dry meatloaf stuffed in school lunch pitas. This just goes to show that Guy Fieri has no clue and no taste.
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Banana Milkshake and a Falafel. What's not to love!This place is reliably good fast comfort food for those with a Mediterranean bent. There are a few other good choices on the menu but, if going for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
what can you say? great falafel, and great banana shake.i always ask for extra sauce and hot sauce, the more the better.the banana shake is definitely very creamy and thick, so if you're not into a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I've come to the conclusion that those rating this place high don't know/understand middle eastern food.
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to this place for years....and I have to admit that I have never had anything other than falafels and fries. I can't say that this is the only place I've ever had a good...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i dont get this place. its just alright, nothing to cry home about.pita is thin, stale, and cheap. lettuce is crappy iceburg. hot sauce is basically ketchup. falafels are decent. house of falafel...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Deserted, dark, empty, drivers making U-turns = Closed on labor day.
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I dislike Falafels, but I like them here. They may not be the crunchiest, but they sure are the tastiest. Delicious Falafels sandwich with spicy red sauce. Great food, that doesn't travel well to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love it!!!! Love it!!!! Extremely efficient and friendly. In fact, after a couple of times, the people behind the counter remembered my name and my exact falafel order. Also, it's nice to see the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What's this? Millions sold? Alright I'll have one. Yup it's pretty good. If you blink you might miss it, just look for the crowds around 11:45 to the rest of the day. If it was humanly possible...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
An AWESOME falafel pita and a fantastic banana shake. No wonder this place is always packed. $6 = perfect.You do have a fight a few people for table space outside there....
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My family and I have been coming here for a super long time and the banana milkshakes are to die for! And the falafels are just as great! I love how there are cucumbers in the falafel sandwich and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okie dokie minus one star right off the bat for my falafel pita dripping with sauce and lettuce, but the actual meat (well falafel) of it all was EXTREMELY TASTY AND ENJOYABLE! It's no wonder this...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best Falafels around the area. Love the sauces and the price is good. Get that banana milkshake too. The only other falafel place I like better is Maoz, but that's on the east side/ Europe.
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not a huge fan of the outdoor, fair/festival-style seating, but I guess this works if you want a quick, very casual meal/snack. I had the falafel pita, which is the semi-circular shaped pita...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
TWO SPECIALS! EXTRA HOT SAUCE! done deal.although last time, I got a few extra balls cause a few always drop outta my pita & into my lap... sad :( the boyfriend is a bit neater eating this.. with a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Over-rated - Anyone can make Falafel balls. What makes a great Falalel sandwich is the sauce and the consistency of the pita bread. Falalel's Drive In fails at these. To be fair - their sauce is good...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
pros:amazing. absolutely.the hot sauce. falafel sandwich.location (right off the freeway)cons:line is always around the cornerthey close too early
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OMG the falafels are soooo good here :) My bf and his mom brought me some after work today and it broke me OFF! Lol I forgot to ask whether they got me a small or a large falafel but it had 3 nice...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic food, only get a chance to go whenever I'm in the San Jose area. Banana shake falafel combo is what I usually order. Blonde cashier is super hot too ;)
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My expectations were low looking at this place, but Andrea swore it was good. I have to trust my muse's taste in food, right? I had that fear when she mentioned Guy Fieri had been there, as he's kind...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I got the gyros sandwich which was quite good. The meat was in chunks rather than slices like other places. I also got the mint yogurt drink which went really well with the gyros. One small gyros...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If I'm in San Jose you can bet that this will also be on my list of destinations. It is unfortunate for whoever I am with that I was introduced to this place because I will drag them here without...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a family owned place and the people who own it really care about what they do. And everyone who works there is really friendly.Everything is full of flavor. I never get tired of their food....
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So this summer I'm sort of doing a food network Tastathalon! (TM) lol I saw this restaurant on Triple D (Diners, Drive Ins and Dives with my favorite TV personality Guy Fieri. So it's 5:50 on Sunday...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My co-workers and I stopped by for lunch on a weekday. There was a long line, but they processed us pretty fast. The food was great, and it was at a reasonable price. I don't recommend parking in...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
MMMMM crispy falafel balls, spicy sauce, white sauce, crisp lettuce and juicy tomatoes in a pita shell...who knew it could be so delicious. I've only tried falafels once at Vivi's in Cupertino which...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
YAY! i finally got to try this famous falafel drive in! I went here with some friends. My friend and i split the special..which was a large falafel sandwich and banana milkshake for $7.50. This...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
mmmm...falafel drive in. what can be said that hasn't already been said a million times before? the only down fall is that no matter when you go, it seems to be a mad house. mmmm....falafel drive in.
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If I head to a greek restaurant, falafel isn't usually at the top of my list, but the falafels here are just awesome. Deep fried goodness and they aren't stingy with them either. The Pita break can...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Tastes good, good price, good shakes. I like Athena Grill falafels better though. Gyro was not sliced but cubed and the pita is very thin and always falls apart. I don't know if it's worth the hype...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Holy shit. Yummy. Falafel & banana shake mmm filling & tasty.
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The preparation of the deep fried falafel balls is what makes this place the best, hands down. I really cannot think of another place that comes close to making them as well. And for the record, I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The falafels here are the best! I'd never had a falafel before coming here so it was a nice experience to try something so good. I love the banana shakes here too. So yummy! Also, who ever thought a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I know the rating's a bit low for me but I do think they've didn't do a good job with the very obvious gyro that I ordered. It's not complicated. Though I liked hte idea of the unique way in which...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place has gone downhill the last few years. They have become so successful that they seem not to care anymore about the quality of the food or the service. I stopped there for dinner on a recent...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Having just moved into the San Jose area, my friend wished to christen my arrival by taking me and my girlfriend out to lunch. He claimed that this place was a sort of rite of passage of living in San...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten a lot of falafels in my day. Without exception every time I've eaten at the Falafel Drive In I've come away very disappointed. They use some kind of reddish sauce in the falafel, not sure...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great cheeseburgers there, fries are very good too. - 1 star for this one girl who was taking my order, wasn't even paying attention to what i was saying, had her earphones in her ear too, but other...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down the best Falafel sandwich in town. I don't see what the hype is about the banana shake?? When you see a long line, you know they are doing something right. Rec: Large Falafel sandwich, Pita...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is pretty hyped up, and every time I've gone, the line to order is pretty long. However, I'd say it mostly lives up to its reputation. I first heard of it on Food Network actually, on Guy...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yea, this place is really good. It is pretty expensive since you will order the ENTIRE menu.
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friend urged me to try this place for lunch after some shopping at Santana Row, and I'm glad I did! It's probably the first time I've seen a "drive-in" that serves something other than diner-type...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't think I have ever been to a drive in other than at a fast food restaurant. Falafel's Drive In is a simple drive in with an outside picnik type seating area. It is cute, convenient and fast....
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I finally got a chance to try this place last week! Wow, is it weird that I'm more in love with the banana shake than the falafels?! Maybe it is because I'm not a huge fan of falafels but I like the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What can be said about Falafel Drive In that hasn't been said already in these 900 reviews?Heres the Cliff's Notes version for all you lazy, junk-food-connoisseurs: 1.) I do not like...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
wrapped balls & shaken bananas for $7.50.The falafel special is what everyone should, and does, order. And there's a good reason for that too. 900 reviews don't lie. It's the best falafel I've ever...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I guess I should have had the falafel after reading some of these reviews. Unfortunately, I'm a Gyro fan so that's what I ordered. It's not unfortunate that I prefer Gyros, but unfortunate that this...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
totally the best falafel i've had. i've had falafels before in australia and uk but these ones are seriously sexy. Crunchy on the outside and green and flakey on the inside. Though if you're like me...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What an awesome place! You have to take it ALL in though. You can't judge on just the food or just the decor. FDI is an all sensory experience. Here's why.FOOD: Falafels themselves are actually quite...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've lived in this area and never ventured to FDI.... so sad, I know! I finally tried this place with a couple friends on a recent exceptionally hot day. My friends tried and loved the Falafel's where...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Apparently, San Jose isn't known for having very many Middle-Eastern joints, so I suppose this is why everyone up there is so crazy about this place. Being from LA and having a plethora of great...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
First place I've ever had falafels. They are as everyone has described them - crispy, hot, flavorful but ... I just can't get into them! They taste funny to me, the way they sort of crumble in your...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i heart the chocolate banana shake!! it's not on the menu, so it's a secret. the falafel balls are delicious, and don't feel vegetarian somehow... anyway, the hummus is another great selection, and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Does anybody else need to review the Falafel Drive in?! Have to put my two cents in. I never had a falafel until about 14 years ago and it was right here. Love at first bite. I remember it to this...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Flavorful crispy falafels and a creamy sweet banana milkshake - YUM!Menu:Like all the other posts say, this place is best known for their falafels. I've been working just down the street for the past...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Lunch for three on a Monday afternoon:It was busy and the service was good, which was about the only redeeming quality of this joint. The gyros were horrible. The meat was dry and artificial, the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I honestly don't care for falafels, so I just get the steak gyro. The place is packed at lunch time, so it's a little better to go before or after. I've had the pita chips, cheeseburger, and a few...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here at night when they were about to close, so they gave us a deal on a whole bunch of food, granted it was cold =(Umm I came here after a buffet too, so that might have been a reason it wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
go here yummy savers across the street pick me up a nauga
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just thinking about their falafels is making my stomach growl. Everyone who comes through San Jose should try this place. The falafels are FRESH and oh so tasty. No frozen bullshit at all. I wish the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a San Jose staple, they are ALWAYS packed. Hands down the best falafel around. That being said . . . the lunch time line at this place is ridiculously long. I would best describe its...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a place that boggled my mind at first... tiny little hole-in-the-wall establishment with hardly any parking.. yet a million people are waiting in line up in front. Well after giving it a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
my son loves the banana shake, hubby loves gyros salad and i love their koubby!
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place be consistently crankin' out deliciously creamy banana shakes, wonderfully flavored falafels, and quick, non-sugarcoated service.It's pronounced, "yee-rohs" guys, not "jai-roze," it's...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BANANA SHAKE, FALAFEL WITH EXTRA SAUCE, and a nice day is all I can say about falafel's drive it. SO SO SO SO GOOD!! That's exactly what you should get!! NOTHING ELSE!!
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here with a friend after a long morning of tile shopping. I had not been here in a few years and was looking forward to a falafel and a banana shake. Upon arriving it was like dejavu. Every...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OMG, can you say YUM-OH! I had this weird craving for falafel and have passed by this place before. During lunch time, there's always a huge line. I ordered the falafel with everything and wow, it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When your in San Jose you have to try this place. Their falafels are to die for! And it goes great with a sweet, cool, banana shake.
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love their the falafel sandwiches. They have special of a banana milk shake and a falafel and the banana shake. Yummy. Yummy
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel's Drive In is your one way stop to some damn good falafels and then some. I came here at a non-busy hour. About a handful of people were sitting to eat and a couple ordering. I always come...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I know there are over 800 positive reviews about this place but I have to agree this place is amazing. Best falafels EVER. My friend took me here for the first time and I had no idea it was so...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I will always like this place. I have tried this spot many many many years ago a really good friend of mine used to live behind it in the apts. so I tried their food once when I was a teenager and I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very necessary stop if you're in the area and like falafels. This is actually the place that introduced me to falafels and I still have yet to find one that beats them. If you come during the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
best falafels I had! 5 stars! for gyros i prefer yasoo's but they are decent here too (just not cheap!)the only minus is that they are not supercheap!
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Large falafel and a banana shake for seven bucks. What else is there to say ?Everyone I've ever taken here falls in love, even falafel virgins. I came here with a friend who had never had a falafel...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you make a national TV show like Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, you know you have to be pretty good. They have really tasty stuff. I have gotten the Falafel Pita, the Falafel Salad and the large side...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Don't let the modest exeterior fool ya! I ordered 20 falafel sandwiches to go for a company party. They had it ready when I arrived, with extra sauce on the side, a true model of efficiency. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've got mixed feelings about this place..90 charge to use my ATM card? Really? The food is over priced for what it is. BUT, it sure is good. The guy handing out sandwhiches was stingy with the hot...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel Drive In is delicious! I am a falafel fan and have met few that I don't like. Some are better then others, and I think the ones at FDI fit into this category. They are extremely crispy and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just simple good eats love the falafels and banana shales and moire. This along with Vivis rules so great jpb to the original!
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I give this outdoor eatery a high score because it serves the best falafels I have ever tried. Although many other restaurants may have entrees I'd prefer over falafels, Falafel Drive In's falafels...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was a hot, hot day but so worth it. We ordered a large falafel, a large gyro, and a banana shake. I've nver had a falafel before, but I was pleasantly suprised. It was GOOD, messy, but good. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Being the food network obsessed person I am, I was watching diners, drive-ins, and dives and heard the word san jose. What! Theres a place near me that got featured on a tv show. I've been to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So i saw this drive-in on diners, drive-ins and dives on the food network channel and been wanting to try it. Came during the afternooon and of course it was full of people eating outside on the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel sandwich had great flavor and was HUGE. My only gripe is that the falafels were not very fresh--had been sitting around a while. Banana shake was refreshing on a hot day and tasted pure and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've never had falafel before my visit here and surprisingly it's pretty good. The tahini sauce is real good with the falafel. I ordered the falafel combo with a regular sized falafel and a banana...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was kind of scared to eat at this place because the last time I had a falafel somewhere else it was not a good experience, but this place has tottaly made me realize how a delicious falafel should...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Let me just say...mmmmmmmmmm. If I could leave just that line for my review I would. But that wouldn't explain how tasty and meaty the wrapped kefta kabob that I did order. If you don't come here...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am the pickiest Falafel eater in the world. I have never had one I truly enjoyed or liked. I always make it a point to try them when ever a friend offers but end up eating half and tossing the rest....
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Yeah, umm not that good. In fact, our falafel looked like (I have no idea what dog sh*t tastes like) something my dog produces. And without the lines or the 3% debit card fee.The sauce was at least...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
On previous visits, a small falafal, side of fries and a banana shake was a heavy lunch for me. Apparently it takes quite a few calories to breastfeed even my 5th percentile 8 month old -- I am...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My love for this place knows no bounds.Its a 4-5 minute walk to here from my apartment and I try to take advantage of that when I can. I try to go when theres no line, but even when there is a line...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 stars. the falafel balls are delicious, but my pita bread got pretty soggy by the time i got to the bottom of the sandwich, so i just left it. the hot sauce is good and not very spicy. you...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say that 800 other people cannot? This is a pregnant womans fantasy? Where have you been all my life? I am ashamed to have lived in San Jose all my life and never eaten here? If Guy Fieri...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing more needs saying, its the greatest. Priced right.
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, a lot of people love the Olive Garden, but that doesn't make it good Italian food.Visited the FDI for the first time in many, many years. I certainly have fond memories. Not sure whether I've...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Large Falafel, Pita Chips, Banana Shake.Large Falafel, Pita Chips, Banana Shake.The falafel sandwich will fall apart when you eat it...but please show me one falafel sandwich that doesn't...please get...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Taken in context for what this place is and comparing it to it's peers, this is one of the best food spots in the area. My observations on what I've ordered - - I'm not a vegetarian but the falafel...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i've lived in the san jose area for four years now and i can't believe i haven't been here before today. i've never been a fan of falafel, which is why i didn't get it. instead, i got the gyro. i...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel sandwich gave me bad cramps, which led to quite a few semi-formed BM after 6 hours with lots of flatulence before and after.Eating this sandwich is very messy and the sauces are not evenly...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is awesome! I'm still not sure what a falafel is made of (some sort of bean mixture with spices and then deep fried), but they are good! Especially with the special sauces and hot sauces...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel's Drive In and the Banana Shake! Yummy! I love this place. The hummus is great! The falafels are scrumptious and the signature hot sauce is amazing, sweet and spicy. I have also had the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ate a small gyro. It was good, I don't think I'd ever had one before so I don't have much to compare it to. It was something new and interesting to eat but I wouldn't go out of my way for. I disagree...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really good falafel sandwich. Ordered a large and skipped the imfamous banana shake this time. Remember to ask for a side of the red hot sauce because they just put a little bit of it on top. One hour...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3 1/2 StarsDelicious falafels. I had the small falafel with fries, pita chips and hummus (the sides were big enough to share). Yum! If you get the big falafel, you might not have room for other food....
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LIKE IT, I LOVE IT, I WANT SOME MORE OF IT....FTW! I have never had a Falafels and my cousin lives a block away from this place. We were driving by and saw a HUGE line to this place, so we decided...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Luckily for me, I live behind this place. I usually walk down every couple of weeks to get my usual -- a falafel sandwich and a milkshake. It's generally a mess to eat but I love every bite. I always...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not really a real middle eastern falafel, but beggars can't be choosers................ Tomato ketchupy hot sauce, with out any unique trimmings. I like sitting on the busy street though, kinda...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Can I give it five stars if I've only ever had one thing here? The staple falafel sandwich and pita chips? Delicious delicious meal at a completely reasonable price. I love it here.
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel's Drive In looks like dump on the outside, but, as is ever the case, looks can be deceiving. Guy Fieri and 800 reviews can't be wrong! This place is truly awesome, which explains why there is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Decided to visit this place after watching the show on Food Network. d The falafel definitely lived upto its expectation. The hot sauce on the side was amazing. Suggest you get this on the side as it...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best Falafels I've eaten! The service is efficient and makes it an excellent place for lunch. I invariably eat their falafel special and on days that I'm more hungry, I add hummus. A word of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, the falafel sandwich falls apart after the first bite, but get over it. It's delicious. Every messy bite is wonderful.I usually get the small falafel sandwich (falafel with tahini, cucumber,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel's was featured on the Food Network's Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives. The falafel sandwich is a messy delight. Don't wear white when you wear it and if you do, be careful. The sandwich is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Good, fast, and cheep. A great place for a quick lunch.
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I always order their Falafel special with banana shake! Mmmmm Mmmm. Only downside is it's a bit expensive.I had a gout attack a month ago from years of poising my 21 year old body with fast food and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tasty and delicious falafel, but it always falls apart and I end up with tahini and hot sauce all over my hands. Service is fast and friendly and the baba ganoush is a big yum!!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I live a couple miles down the street on Stevens Creek and never noticed this place until recently. We made it 15 minutes before closing and already a line was stretching to the parking lot. It must...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I used to go here way back with my hs buddies. Good food in my opinion! I remember when that food network show "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" I wrote into the food network and told them they needed to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Today I brought a can of soup to work. Looking at it didn't make me want to eat it. So I decided to go on Yelp and check out my bookmarks. I had Falafel Drive In that I wanted to check out. Since...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent!Had the Gyro and tried the falafel. Great place for a lunch or a first date as it great food in a casual environment. Definitely a "hole-in-the-wall", but the food is wonderful and was a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been eating here for decades and it is still one of my favorite stops before taking on the Valley Fair Mall or Santana Row.My favorite is the gyro. Unlike most places, the generous amount of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
went here this morning. bombgirl who took my order was hella cute
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the banana shake is worth the drive alone. A shake that is actually naturally sweet, not too chunky and refreshing. Banana-haters, you will like this one too!the falafel sandwhich was good, but like...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you want falafel, this definitely the spot to go. It has the best falafel I've had. Crispy, hot and tasty. Had it with the banana shake and they do go well together. The thin pita does not do very...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I finally popped my falafel cherry here! I was skeptical to go with the small falafel or a chicken pita, but decided to be "gutsy." I knew one of the ingredients is chickpeas and I know that's in...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, so it's been a while since Monica and I went, and I've now had, it seems, sufficient time to ruminate on the experience. Conclusion: the effect that freshness has on quality cannot be...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
SO BOMB. maybe because i was just very hungry, but everything that i tasted was like a mouthgasm. k, the place is kinda random and pretty ghetto, but i think that just adds a little something extra to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty darn good. I've had a falafel once before at another restaurant and was not pleased...I was VERY hesitant to try this places falafels but after looking around I decided it had to be good. I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What kind of warped reality is this? I mean it. something is off here, because I went there for lunch with that huge line and most the tables filled and I got my order about two seconds after I placed...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can't give it a five because I've never had a falafel anywhere else...but I know the word is that they have the best. The first time I had one of their falafel's, I couldn't believe it was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I saw this place on Diners, Drive ins and Dives (Food network show). I was really surprised that I had never heard of this place and when I asked my boyfriend about it he said that he has been a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After a hard of shopping on a Sunday afternoon my friends and I were really hungry so we went to Falafel's Drive In for a bite. Between the three of us, we ordered the Gyros Sandwich and the Falafel...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
At first i was skeptical about this place.. the place looks a little ghetto and there is about 4 parking spaces. lol but after my friend convinced me to try falafel for the very first time, im a usual...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The parking is terrible, and the line is usually long, so that should give you an idea of just how good their Falafel's are because this place is always packed. I just recently tried their Kouby and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Quite possibly the most amazing Falafel in California.Pita Chips, Large Falafel with extra extra hot sauce and tahini.The baklava rocks too.I come to San Jose JUST to eat here.
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
not a big fan of falafel... but their very GREEN falafel has none of that B.O.ish odor and is very moist and tasty. the banana shake also very good. otherwise I wasn't really into their sides...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yum!!! I crave this place! I love the falafels and banana shakes!! If you are in the area, you must try this place! It's a great place for vegetarians and you meat eaters will not miss anything! So...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We got here right when they closed at 8:00. We drove in, and they turned out the lights. So disappointing right? As we're about to get back in our car, the guy opens the window and waves us back. Free...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
yummmmmmm. parking is hard. and 3 out of 4 times they make the food real good, but it never looks like the menu!! plus they don't have a list of ingredients so if you got allergies, be ware!!
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
mmmmmmmm falafel. Crap now I'm drooling. I love this place.. I always get the standard falafel with a side of pita. I've heard amazing things about the banana shakes, but I've yet to try one..
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I seriously haven't written a review of this great place?I always get the falafels, large preferably. I ask them to put hot sauce on the side because I'm not into that stuff. The banana shakes are a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What could be better than a falafel sandwich and a banana shake? I don't have anything else to say, but try out this place for a fun, affordable new twist on the classic american drive-in.
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I often crave this place and I have been coming here for years. I usually have the falafel and banana shake. I have noticed lately that the pita seems to be thinner because I don't recall my pita...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel's are goodthey make me fart a whole lotbut it is worth itFalafel Haiku. I had my first falafel here when I moved here 'all the way' from Almaden! Saw my first homeless guy, had a sandwich at...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I will give this place more stars when they can figure out how to make a falafel sandwich that doesn't fall apart into pieces after the first bite!
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am a true loyalist and will NEVER eat falafel anywhere else. I love this place with all my heart. The falafels are moist and fried to a crisp, unlike other falafel places. I love the falafel...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the falafel here...I gave this place 5 stars because it is a darn good meal for the price!My only qualm about this place is how their falafels are uhh... arranged.The falafels are amazing but...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Still sloppily made but tastes even better than the first time I had it!! The red chili sauce is to die for. Usually they just put the sauce at the very top so you'll probably need more -- just ask....
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place! The first time I came Here I ordered falafel banana shake and onion rings. I didn't like the falafel because I'm just a meat type of of girl! But the onion rings were one of the best...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My very first falafel, but definitely not my last. Stopped in here one evening with my friend to try out the goods I'd been hearing about for quite some time. I ordered the gyro and she ordered the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Falafels are yummy. Waiting in the longest lines ever...not so much. There is limited seating so either get here at an off time or eat in your car. I have been lucky and I always find a spot. I always...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been wanting to try this place for a while now -it was worth the wait!!! YUMMY. The falafel was PERFECT, the red sauce amazing and of course the banana shake was the perfect topper! So much...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Root beer freezeFalafel SandwhichGyroFrench Fries / Onion RingsEven my foodie sister says the Banana shake is good!
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My initial reaction after eating a hamburger here was "best hamburger I have ever eaten in my life."I agree with Nancy M.'s review regarding the hamburgers at this fine fast food establishment, along...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have loved this place for a long time, but recently have been disappointed by the quality.#1 - The Special includes a banana shake, but often I end up with banana milk because they pre-pour the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
No refills for you! The Falafel Nazi reigns here. I saw a little boy ask for a refill of his soda and be denied...in a very "soup Nazi" kind of tone. Then the mother tried to get a refill, and was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went back yesterday, though my df and I have come many times since we've first tried it. I couldn't help but notice....2 things..It was pretty dead yesterday and it was probably around 6P.I've been...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Well, why not add my two cents and become review number 802? So here goes ...As everyone knows, this place is a local institution. And these are the best falafels in town, bar none. I love that they...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is over-hyped. I had the falafel sandwich. I basically picked out the falafel, which was good, and threw out the rest, which consisted mostly of iceberg lettuce and a squirt of hot sauce....
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It really is just a-okay. I've had awesome mediterranean food from a lot of different places and this place just doesn't cut it. It's good for what's around in the area so don't get me wrong and just...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
ohhh my. this place is so good and I'm far from being a vegetarian. My friend Pierre introduced it to me and our group of friends since he went there often. We decided to try it out and I can...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ohhhh The Falafel Drive In how I love you....This place I started eating at after a trip to Israel in 96, wow that was a long time ago, but that's besides the point. This place is the best for a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ok but not as great as it is hyped up to be. I got a large falafel. The service was very quick and efficient (I guess not so hard when you are dishing out the same thing over and over). The pita...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I liked the falafel sandwich. I should have gotten the large one though. :(
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Not sure why I'm writing a review since everyone already has. If you have been here, you love it. By the time you are finished with the last item in your order, it's ready for you at the next window....
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!!!!I LOVE Falafel Drive In! My perfect combo is the Small Falafel Sandwich & a Banana Shake. Their hummus and pita chips are TO DIE FOR!!!!Always amazing! Always consistent!...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. The falafel's are delicious and irresistible. Same with their hummus. Delicious and messy.
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Only ordered 2 falafel balls and a banana milkshake because I wasn't hungry but wanted to try it.The falafel balls were good and goes great with their hot sauce. The banana milkshake was really good...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is awesome! Great for after SRow or Vfair shopping as it is quite close by. I've had only the falafel and the banana shake but it makes for an excellent and tasty combo with the yogurt...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place deserves one of the few 5 stars that I "give out". It's THAT amazing! And I'm not even a vegetarian! Never will be (no offense). I came here with two friends, one of which was a regular...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was sweating bullets on the Precor machine Friday morning at Club One and started feeling hungry. As I switched the tube on I saw Guy Fieri cooking up something scrumptious...he was making falafels!...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i love this place! I first heard about this place on the food network and I always thought i wouldnt enjoy it because the falafel balls are obviously not meat and im a definite meat eater. I came here...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best falafel in the country. I've stopped ordering falafel anywhere else because I'm always disappointed.I eat here as much as I can when I'm back in San Jose; sometimes as much as twice a day.Get...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best falafel places i've been too. FYI: It's right near the Valley Fair shopping mall. The pita pocket is nice and warm when they serve it to you, the falafel's are soft on the inside and a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite spots for lunch. I work just around the corner and crave the chicken pita on a regular basis. The banana milk shakes are pretty delicious too. Probably the fastest lunch spot...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
What happened?! I came here a year ago and it was fantastic! But the last time I came (even brought some out-of-towners), I was sorely disappointed. The falafels were tiny and dry. The gyro was bland...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was aiite.Falafel's never did it for me. I just don't get it. Fried ground chickpeas? I guess if I was a vegetarian, that would sound better... but I'm not. Still, I tried the falafel balls and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Falafels are good, but honestly not mindblowing. Tasty, but I find they fall apart too much to be great. Remember to grab a fork. Where it's at, though, is with their AMAZING milkshakes. I wake up at...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The falafels are yummy as yummy as a falafel can be. They are as good as the falafels from santa cruz on mission st. Their hot sauce is not as tasty as Falafel of Santa Cruz but I gave 4 stars because...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Holy crap!! This place has a lot of reviews!! I went there and I saw why!! My advise Falafel and banana shake=in heaven.
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I always get the falafel...but never tried the gyro...so I gave it a shot.Can you say the best gyro west of the Mississippi? OK....that sounds dramatic. How about best gyro in the Bay Area for sure....
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
so i just had to try falafel drive in after reading all the great reviews and hearing that it had been featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. the first time i tried coming here, i came literally 5...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty good, but definitely not my favorite place around San Jose. This was my first falafel experience so I really have no idea what it is suppose to taste like but I was definitely a huge fan of the...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a big fan of falafels, and what you get here isn't stellar, but definitely good by fast food standards. I felt like my falafel was just drenched in too much tahini sauce, so i'll tell them to go...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Weird thing about this... I went with a roommate and we had BURGERS and ONION RINGS instead =) Didn't quite know which falafel to aim for, so I stuck to what I knew. The burger was gross! It had a...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Come to Falafel Drive In for the falafel sandwich, stay for the banana shakes. Or maybe you will prefer the gyros like me. The ketchup based hot sauce leaves a little bit to be desired, but I guess...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
BANANA SHAKE was totally worth the whole trip! Gyro was aight and the falafel was pretty good especially since i didn't know what's a falafel. But i tell you what deep fried something can't be half...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have passed by this place approximate 1,232,716 million times in my life on the way to Valley Fair Mall. I sort of wish I had extended my streak to 1,232,717.Let's break down my first experience...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So, I came here on a whim today. I was hesitant on trying this place because I've had bad experiences with chick peas before. But with the reassurance of my Fiance & Guy Fieri on Diners Drive-Ins &...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the fact that this place has been around for decades doing the same food and still has a line around the corner most days. And it's so nice to see family owned and operated establishments that...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I find no point to venture beyond Falafel Drive In. The prices are fair and the falafels are AMAZING! Only a couple times have I ordered something besides a falafel and shake. The other menu items...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After seeing this place on Diners, Drive-Ins, & Dives on Food Network, my fiance and I had to try it. This was our first visit and we were quite excited for lunch. My fiance had the special...large...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have had a lot of Falafel in my time but this is best!!! The use of spices and herbs are amazing. I recommend the:Falafel (I always do the large one)Banana MilkshakeHummus w/ Pita breadWe have...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
RANDOM as hell!So I have to admit that I thought it was going to be a falafel drive-THRU, not a drive-in (aren't most restaurants technically drive-ins, since you have to drive there usually?!) I got...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I gotta say, when it comes to a quick, cheap falafel - this is your place. I drove by the place every time I went to Valley Fair - always wanted to try it, but never built up the nerve. Two things...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So when I moved nearby my grandma asked me to go to this place and see if they're still open. YES they are. After that i had to try it.Came here and LOVED it. Not the biggest falafel fan but geez this...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place is as good as advertised. the guy that took our order was very friendly. everytime i asked for anything, he was quick and always followed with a smile. i had a falafel and a strawberry...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
My girlfriend is a Food Network junkie. When word came down the pipe that we were relocating to the Bay Area, she put this on the list of places that were must tries, and after watching Diners, Drive...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was hesitant to try this place out at first. I had seen it featured on Food Network and thought, 'Mmm... falafel...' But, upon reading unflattering reviews of other places that Guy Fieri has...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Decent food. Line was kinda long, and the tables were kinda gross... but it was good food. Falafel was very tasty, but the gyro's were pretty bad. Dry meat and too much lettuce. Falafel is much better...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Every now and then you re-unite with a good friend and ask yourself why the two of you had been seperated for so long. Or perhaps you've had the pleasure of re-discovering a great album that was...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the building, I love that there is hardly ever a place to sit even on rainy days because there is a line of people down the street. I love the hot sauce. I love the people that work there and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the first place I've ever tried middle eastern food and I must say.. I'm a fan! I usually order the naan and the white sauce stuff i forget what it's called sorry if i cant help you yelpers...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Drive in, pick up your food and go! That's the only way i can describe this place. Discovered it several years ago and its become a defacto place to go when the hubby and me cannot agree on a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After hearing about the place on live 105 from the Woody show I decided to give this place a try. I have only been there once so far and it definitely won't be my last, I ordered the Falafel sandwich...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
if this falafel went into a ufc fight with the other falafel places i've tried i think this place would knock all of them out quite quickly.i mean, the fact that it was broadcasted on a foodtv show...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is as good as it gets for falafel. Believe me, I've tried many and this place is numero uno.This might sound strange, but try the banana shake too, it's pretty awesome.The pita chips are killer...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Our family has been going to Falafel Drive In since we moved to Silicon Valley 30 years ago. The best falafel, hands down! Order the special,a large falafel paired with a banana milkshake. We take...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Easily my favorite place to eat in the Bay. Their falafel is delicious. My parents introduced me to this place (they've been going for 20 years) and all I can say is it is so good. I've had falafel...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the better or best falafel's around. Came here a while back with my ex and been back since. Their drive in style makes this place a plus!I normally get the falafel which has the falafel balls,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Been coming here since I discovered this place in college about 10 yrs ago (oh damn, I'm getting old!) and it's comforting to see the same folks behind the counter. Same cooks, same guys taking your...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was watching Dive, diners and drive in's on the Food Network and boom;a hunger pang and a faint memory of this place that i have passed by a million times when exiting to get home. I never thought...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
very disapointed in this place...I had heard about it for years! not authentic food
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The location is great, it was my first time here and I was very impressed with the man behind the counter. I was looking at the menu trying to see what jumped out at me and he asked if it was my...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ohhhh Yeahhh. This is right up there on my comfort foods list. *Ding* I'd like one special please [One large falafel sandwich and Banana Shake].
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
ATM and cash only so be prepared!The first time I came here, the man taking orders was very nice to me. Stroke a conversation up with me, talking about the restaurant biz and all the good stuff. He...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A-Ok. Service was super fast but asking for some extra red sauce is something else. My friend asked for extra sauce after getting our large falafels and basically just threw it at her lol.As far as...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place has ruined falafels for me. I have tried other places but never has any urpassed my first best and last falafel ever.. the one at falafel drive in. I have been going here sincemy dad took...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I discovered this place many years ago when I stopped by Just Leathers across the street. Anyway, I highly recommend the Hummus Platter and also the Gyros. It's a great place to eat on a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Kifta kebob sandwich was pretty good...but why must they be so stingy with the hot sauce... geeze...that's why you get 4 stars...I really wanna give you 5...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been wanting to try Falafel's Drive In ever since I saw it on Diner Dives and Drive Ins. Every time I drove by the place there was a long line. I never tried it until tonight. I have to say they...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
FALAFEL DRIVE IN IS MY SHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIT!once upon a time, i was a vegetarian for 2 years and LIVED off falafel! whenever i got the chance to hit up falafel drive-in, i was in heaven. even...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We just went here today after hearing so much about it, I got a Falafel Sandwich and my wife got the Gyro. I'm giving it 5 starts just because good, authentic, no chain restaurants are hard to come...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Stepping up to an order window always seems a little intimidating to me. You have to remember what the big board says. People behind you are waiting impatiently while you stumble over the menu the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE the falafels here. Maybe its just because I have been coming here since being a kid, and grew up on them, but I haven't found a falafel that compares. I always get a chocolate-pineapple shake,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My love for greasy American food brought me here.We saw this place featured on Guy's show and I thought,how often does Guy come around our neck of the woods?! We must visit! Parking is a bitch around...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i came here during lunch because its pretty close roughly 10 min away from my work. i had the falafel burger with the falafel balls and drink. I didn't really know what to expect from this place but i...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've driven past this resturant a million times and never stopped in. Falafel's just never sounded apealing to me. One day I couldn't decide what I wanted for lunch. Tired of the normal Togo's or...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friends and I know the owner's daughter. She is so lucky. I wish I had instant access to a free falafel and banana shake whenever I want.
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place never disappoints! I've been coming here since high school and I love it! Great food, inexpensive and friendly staff. Try the banana shake!!
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After hearing such wonderful things about this place, we decided to try it out for dinner since we wanted something quick that we can bring home and enjoy. Since this is FALAFEL drive in, you have to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, I realize I haven't been here in years and that it has recently received tons of attention, but I'm still going to review. Besides, Guy Fieri graduated from my college, unfortunately.I grew up...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After spending a mysterious spooky day at the Winchester Mystery House we ended up on Stevens Creek Blvd looking for a place to eat. A few blocks of driving looking for a random place with our...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. Quick service, fair prices, and their falafels were delicious. I heard from my buddy that their banana shake is good, but I'm not a huge fan of banana.The hot sauce is kinda cheap,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down, the best falafels i've ever had. Two things i highly recommend on the menu are the large falafel sandwich (of course) and the kifta kebab. The kifta kebab contains beef and it is really...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the best place to eat in San Jose if you are looking for something quick. The people who work there are always so kind, and the food comes out promptly. The outside sitting is nice on a summer...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One word: YUM! I don't want to sound like an echo, but these are the best falafels I've ever had. True, this is the place I had my first falafel, but I'm not being bias. This place is a total walk...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Sometimes, high expectations lead to even bigger let downs, and that's how it went for me when I went to check out this spot.I got a parking spot, which turned out to be the best part of the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the best falafel sandwich in the south bay period ! But now that they have raised their price for a small falafel from $3.50 to $4.00, and a whopping $7.00 for a large ... I wont be...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
YUM! This place has delicious banana shakes. It's really a complement to any food you happen to be eating. I've had the falafel sandwich and gyro. The falafel is crispy and moist and perfect, and the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
ok 5 stars for the following 2 items- bananna milk shake, super good- corn dog, really? yes really i think its the oil or something but it tastes really good.
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
order the falafal with extra balls and extra white sauce and a side of pita chips
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So good! I really wanted to try the Falafel, but accidentally handed it to my husband. He had no interest in trying it at all... by the time I realized I had a Gyros in my hand I looked up and saw he...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i really hate gyros (partially because i never know how to pronounce them) and i have never been a fan of falafels, but after coming to falafel's drive-in, i've completely turned the other way.my...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If I'm not mistaken, their falafel is more of an Afghan take on falafel. The falafel I had today was definitely different than the falafel you get in Israel. The people behind the counter didn't look...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the falafels are delicious and so is the banana milkshake! when ur in the need for a good falafel - dont go anywhere else cuz it wont compare (unless its Mamoun's in NYC) so enjoy!
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you live in the South Bay this place is legendary. My review is completely slanted towards the Falafel, and none of the other menu items. Frankly, if you are going to FALAFEL Drive In for something...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I saw this on the show on food network so i knew i had to try it. The Falafel's are good but it isnt something that i would eat everyday. The hummus is a bit too runny for my taste but the banana...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you want a falafel, don't even think about going anywhere else.Get the banana shake with your falafel.
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best falafel's in the area!!! Good service and quick. Fry's are damn good too!
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I doubt I can say anything that hasn't already been said.I had the pita chips (amazing) and falafel sandwich (delicious) which make for a delicious dinner. There was plenty of sitting outside and even...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was craving falafels and found this place on yelp. I'm new in San Jose, so I relied on good reviews and a thin wallet to try this place.It's cheap, and the best falafel I've had in my life. The...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I saw this place on the food networks "Diners, Drive-in's and Dives" and I knew right away that on my next road trip up that I'd be stopping here. In LA I can honestly say a good Falafel is hard to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
best darn bananna milk shake ever!and the french fries are genius.
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I would say this place is over rated. The worst part is the service with the cashier rushing you and impatient. The food is a solid 3stars but the fact that they hand out flat/stale soda that they...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mmm..best tasting shit like balls ever. But seriously, wtheck is on the inside that's so green?? These things are a little messy to eat so grab lots of napkins. Can't wait to come back to try the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went back here for the first time in years, and it's just as good as i remember! falafel and banana milkshake. that's all you need to know.
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
What The Falafel is a falafel?! Still not sure what a falafel is after eating one but it's a crunchy ball of perhaps green meat? I ordered the hummus plate, which for some reason came in a bowl....
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2009
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This place is great and conveniently located in downtown San Jose near the mall. The prices are good, the portions are even better. I highly recommend this place to anyone with a quick little need for Mid East...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
YUM! Saw this place on Food Network once so my boyfriend and I figured we HAD to go since it was just down the road. It was a hot summer day, but the line was around the building and people had to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is good but not the best. Our order: large falafel, large gyro, small gyro, french fries and soda. The large entrees were about $6 each, total meal cost $22. The falafel was good, hot...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the best hangover food (besides pho) because you aren't overly stuffed, you're satisfied! I love the gyro with french fries and a banana shake! Remember to get a lot of NAPKINS!! The Hummus is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is so great. I don't really know what is in a Falafel but it tastes pretty good here! The chunks of meat in the gyro are really tasty as well. The humus dip is great with their pitas. I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dock a star for the shake making today---liquid at the start, solid and malty towards the end. Overall packaging of the falafel sandwich has improved, but is still spills messy towards the top. But 4...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Another classic South Bay lunch place that we used to frequent when we lived in the area. The Gyros were the thing to get (say 'year-o', unless you're in New York City... then its 'gyro', like...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Despite having a line that wrapped around the tiny parking lot, I got to the window in less than 10 min. Talk about efficiency! A bit of hustling later, I found myself with a receipt in hand for a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been going here for about 10 years now and I love this place. This was a hang out spot for me and my friends when we were in high school and we still go here. I have always ordered the same...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This time I had a different guy working the counter. Same exceptional service. Same quality of food. But I over heard them repeating - Large Gyro...Large Gyro.. So I investigated. I asked him if he'd...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel's Drive In is one of the best places I've ever eaten at, hands down.I want to write a big ass descriptive review, but I don't know where to start.Ok, let me get down to the details.FALAFEL ...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Banana Shake was excellent. It tastes really fresh and not overly sweet or flavored.The Pita Chips were good, I think the would have been better if there was hummus to dip it in. The Gyro was not...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going here for about a year now, ever since I found it on Yelp. I don't know what I can say that will be different from the other 700 reviews, but it's the best falafel I've eaten. They...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for lunch today for the first time. I ordered the special, falafel sandwich and banana shake. It was by far the best falafel sandwich I've ever had. The banana shake was very good too....
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I ate here back in the early '80s and didn't think much of it then. Maybe because I was a stupid 15 year old, but my tastes have changed with age and I can tell you that the Falafel sandwich is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The best falafel sandwich I have ever had. Give me a small with a banana shake and I'm in heaven. The only downside is the fact that it is right on the street and usually pretty busy. Aside from that,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here twice, and this place is fantastic. It's delicious food, well prepared, excellent flavor. The ambiance is really pretty awesome -- all the seating is outside, which is great on a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place was so gross...and the worker there was so rude....
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the place to go if you want something simple and quick. I don't know about all the other dishes, but the falafel sandwich is absolutely great! Falafels tasted so fresh and yummy and the sauce...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So I saw this place on Guy Fieris show ...Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives. I love falafels, so I just had to stop by this place for a taste. I came by here around 5 ish and didn't have trouble finding...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I rate this 3.75. This place is worth trying, one of the better hidden gems of San Jose...well..not so much hidden as before. The falafels are great. I always order a small falafel (with a side of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i love this place. it's one of my staples and close to my house.i'm not sure why these falafel sandwich's are so good, but i think it has to do with their awesome, homemade red sauce. I usually ask...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite places to eat. The falafel is great, though the sandwiches do tend to fall apart, so make sure you have a fork. I always get the fries, even though sometimes they are undercooked. I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am usually not a big fan of falafels but boy was I wrong when I came here.My friend and I purposely drove to find this place down stevens creek.. At first, I was like ehhh the place looks a bit...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
No doubt, the place is good. In my many experiences here, I go for the combo falafel / banana shake meal. I also always add the deep fried burrito (they're to die for). The falafel does get messy...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Been eager to try this place again after my last visit about 8 years ago. However I don't think their falafels really handle well as take out and eaten way later. By the time I got home, the pita was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really good! The falafel sandwich is really filling, and we made the mistake of ordering fries as well. The pineapple shake I got was really good too, as it had chunks of pineapple in it, which was...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
1 star for the bleh food, 3 stars for the ammount of tang this place brings in lol. i never knew so many hot chicks liked falafels... if i would have known i would be here more often. It gets way too...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Minus one star for the lack of parking and indoor seating. This is a place where you basically get in line, pay for your food, and eat outside, or order to-go.We tried the falafel and the gyro and it...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel Drive-In is a great alternative to most of the cheap eateries in San Jose, which sacrifice quality for price. Falafel Drive-In is delicious and a unique meal for a very affordable price. The...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YUMMY! A friend of mine took me here and I was so impressed by this place, you have to try their bannana shake and large pita combo, with some pita chips and hummus dip, Everything is really good...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Quick update with a request to the owners - I've had falafel all over the Bay Area now - and much of it is really good....but the falafel balls at Fafafel's Drive In are special - truly transcendent....
yelp.com - user review - 12/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not usually a fan of falafels, but i must say that this place has totally changed my mind. They have amazing food and service. They have many other options as well -- i.e. gyros, burgers, fries,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel's Drive In is more of a "walk thru". You park and walk up to the counter, order, and get your food fairly quickly.I like their falafel's and the price is right, however I do have problems with...
yelp.com - user review - 12/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am very sad, as I no longer live within walking distance of this FABULOUS eating establishment. There are no adjectives that have not been used below to describe this place, so I will leave you with...
yelp.com - user review - 12/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hummus.One of my most favorite things to say.Especially when you get that throat action in there that makes you sound like you're about to shoot out an enormous loogey out your mouth.But the hummus is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. LOVE IT. My mother has been going to this place since she has been in High School - that is like forever ago and its a staple of San Jose life.There is always a line when I go,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Stopped by on roadtrip up the CA coast solely due to the appearance on tripleD.Was not dissapointed, falafel was excellent, so was the kabob and banana shake.I can't miss if anywhere around San Jose.
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I got the regular falafel sandwich with cucumbers, fried chick peas, sauce, some variation of red hot sauce, lettuce. It is $5.00. The service is quick. Outdoor seating. Some parking lot parking;...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Haven't been in a while, but I remember they had FANTASTIC burgers. Why would I eat a burger at a place known for their falafel's? I wasn't to much of an adventurous eater back then, so I'll have to...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place has the best customer service by far. Gf and I were rushing to this place after some holiday shopping at valley fair. Instead of getting turned away as most places would do to customers...
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
if you want a falafel in the south bay this is where you go, period. the hummus and pita chips are delicious, too. not crazy about the banana shake, but that is probably just because i'm not partial...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Alright so eating here is really all that great.Im not hatin on the place, the food is probably good to all except a few, and im one of those few. To me, i think that this type of food is to wierd...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good falafel's but over all I think this place is way over rated.The Gyros are below average in my opinion.
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I dont miss SJ.But man...There is nothing like Falafel Drive IN. Best dam Falafel on Earth!They are super friendly to.I add extra Tahini sauce...though some like extra of the hot. The nana shakes are...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The World According to Noelle~Allergic Girl's Guide to Life~Issue UpdateNoe's Thursday Night Dinner =)The facts were these:Noelle had been a long time customer of Falafel's Drive In. Seeing her friend...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
one of the reasons, I love San Jose. The small falafel.. ."hella good". The large falafel is too big, for me, and always falls apart before I'm done. French fries are good( I prefer crispier). Banana...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I drive past this place on my scooter on the way to and from the Caltrain every day. I mentioned it to my officemate once and she said to check it out. Her parents love it and drive from Los Gatos for...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
my love for this place has lasted longer than most marriages.. OK OK i exaggerate but seriously, I have been frequenting this place for more than 10 years. I first discovered this place in high school...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Large Falafel w/ banana shake for $7 bucks. That's all you need to order to be hooked. The falafels are fried crispy, not oily with plenty of veggies. The red hot sauce which I think is a...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A favorite stop when I am in NorCal.The eponymous falafal are very good. They are the best non-home-made falafal I've ever had. The fact that they come from a fast-food dive is even better - since...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I tried falafels was at work when my company brought in lunch. I asked, "What is this black brown ball thing?" Someone answered, "Falafels, they're good." When I took the first bite...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After hearing so much about this place I had to come by, how could you not? Well I've never had a falafel before, but if I have I'd imagine these would have been the best I'd have eaten. I've eaten...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I used to get a gyro from here on regular basis, until one day I asked for some extra hot sauce. The guy was rude and would not give me any and yelled "no, you have enough", when I told him I would...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Momma loves her falafels and vegan french fries from Falafel Drive-In! They make lovely green falafels and the french fries are too damn delicious to not order them every time. And their hummus is a...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been living down the street from this joint for 11 years and I NEVER bothered to stop by! WTF IS WRONG WITH ME?! W-T-F!!!! Anyways, I finally got my falafel this summer and it was GOOD!...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't know falafels could take so good...and the orange freeze was yummy...my new go-to place when I'm in the South Bay.
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to this place for a late lunch with a friend who's been raving about it for months because she grew up eating there. It was a small quaint place built for fast service. It was a great warm...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I do eat fresh falafel regularly, but the falafel sandwiches here were especially good for some reason. I'm a big fan now! And the menu is classic and fun - fries, shakes (including the banana...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This time I got the small falafel. I was pretty skeptical that the small wasn't going to fill me up and I didn't order my usual banana shake either. I don't know why but I just wasn't craving the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Its been several years since I've been here and its actually better than before. I ordered the medium Falafel and an orange shake. I forgot about the spicy sauce that they put in the sandwich as well...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When my sons fly in from college, this is our first stop. Falafel's, gyros, chicken sandwiches, milk shakes and pita chips are the favorites for us.This has to stand out as one of the great...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Falafels here are the best... since this has been one of my favorite places for years, I had to make sure my girlfriend would like it as much as I do... Luckily, for me, she liked it! (Another...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Last time I had this, it tasted off. The large falafels are especially large...I got stuffed really fast. The falafel balls are an odd shape when you eat them alone. The sauces are good on everything...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think this place is pretty good, for never having a Falafels sandwich before i thought it was OK. I had to try it out for myself I keep hearing all my morning radio show (The Woody show, with Woody,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel's Drive In rocks!Every time I go to San Jose I make it a point to try and eat here. The falafels are outstanding, along with tahini sauce and hot sauce that comes with it.Other favorite items...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has great falafels.
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First place that convinced me I dont need chicken or beef to be stupid happy after I was done eating ..... Falafel's are the bomb. Don't get caught slippn and forget your Baklava
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think actually this place has THE BEST falafel's I've ever had. It's definitely a very relaxed and non-intimating setting. You basically drive in, try to find parking somewhere, walk up to the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ive been going here for many years. We even call it Falafel Village for some reason. It hasn't changed since the '80s. Here's secret. No, this is a good one... One day I was ordering and mentioned...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm probably one of the last people in the South Bay who has lived in SJ that hasn't tried the Falafel's Drive In yet...until the other day. Came here with a couple of coworkers and ordered the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I will drive the hour just to eat some delicious falafel here!! I used to live nearby but sadly moved. Well my waistline is grateful :-). I always order falafel & pita chips and I have never been...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just the best Falafels. I have been coming here for years but I seem to always get the Falafels (large) and banana shake. Something about the crunch of the Falafels balls mixed with the tahini sauce...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best deal is the large falafel and banana milkshake combo. Best banana milk shakes! Falafels are good, but what really makes them special is the sweet and spicy red sauce they put on them. They'll...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, talk about underwhelming.this place tastes as good as it looks. I ordered the Falafel pita(large) and the Gyro pita(large) and a banana shake. The banana shake was the best part. Seeing all...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Haha Anita once again was the 1st to review another place. This time, Falafel's Drive-In and typically when she reviews places for the 1st time as the 1st reviewer, they turn out to be 5 star winners....
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great! I never really liked Falafals until I found this place. Their food is always freshly made when ordered. I always order a small falafal for lunch and it's a perfect amount to...
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The falafels here are awesome!!! I haven't tried the banana shake yet, but instead, I ordered the root beer shake. Its rather tasty. Ive been here a few times. And each time, every time, the food...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel Drive-in is a regular stop on my out of office lunch rounds. My favorite here is the Gyros... unlike many other places, instead of shaved off slices, they are cubes of what I like to think of...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
hard to beat it for the price, this shits hella good! get the banana shake, large gyro, and a small falafel sandwich... breakfast (lunch, actually...) of fucking champions. the meat in the gyros is...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Got to give it 3 stars considering I'm not big fan of falafel....I don't know, just seems like a waste of a good appetite, you know? You eat something that smells like meat, looks like meat, tastes...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I do actually like the place. The food is delicious. There are a couple of things things that keep me from issuing five stars. 1. the place could use an upgrade, it is small and seemingly dirty and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Damn you Guy Fieri--made me a fanboy tourist. Saw this place on Diners Drive Ins & DIves. Fieri's picks are usually all hype and BS from my experiences as a So Cal Native and his selections down...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A favorite of eBay employees - we always prepare for a major food coma after hitting Falafel Drive-in. I've only ever ordered the $7 special because it is a great deal and absolutely delicious. THE...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place is totally legit! the falafel balls are awesome -- super soft and hot, and a nice rich green i've never seen. i had the large falafel with a banana shake... goodness for the belly, and for...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YUM YUM YUM! My boyfriend and I made a mistake of sharing the large falafel and banana shake combo, and fries and it went fast!The falafel balls are super green, big, and tender :) Too bad the pita is...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my husband's coworkers recommended this place as a great place to check out. I'm always up for dive food, especially being from my four years of school up in Rochester, NY and still sorely...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
it was featured on the food network for a reason-- and it did live up to the hype.
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Super nice, super friendly, super cheap. I really loved my lunch there :-)
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What did I learn from my recent trip back to Nor Cal?- My supposed friends, errr, i meant former friends from College avoided me like I had the bubonic plague over a supposedly issue. Yup, I love them...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best Falafel ever! Great hummus and tabuleh, too. Order it TOGO.
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
With over 600 reviews I had expected this place to be spectacular-blow-my-socks-off kind of place. Unfortunately I was super disappointed. I ordered the gyro w/ beef inside. The texture of the beef is...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They have great falafel and amazing chocolate-banana shakes. They also have a strangely unique hot sauce that I really love. It's oddly sour, and the heat shines through in the back of your throat...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Another reason for me to go "the other way" past Valley Fair. I had some expectations. And they rose a little higher when I saw the long line that never shortened.So I get the falafel special with...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sometimes, I just have this craving for falafels. I know there's probably scores of other places closer to me but as crazy as Yelpers and people who just flat out love good food are, I'll make the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sure, there's a lot of hype surrounding Falafel's Drive In, but it is well deserved. Here's why:1. In the economic ups and downs, this place withstood the test of time (probably due to their overall...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Four stars purely for their BANANA MILKSHAKES.hate falafel's... LOVE their nanner shakes. Yum!!!
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my first time trying a Falafel and it was goooooood! I had the large falafel and banana shake. The shake reminded me of the ones i used to have in Iran. The falafel was delicious, the red...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Healthy vegetarian selections very tasty very affordable = a total winner! I understand this place has been around for decades but I simply had to add my own thoughts to the many others on this...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been eating these falafel's since I was in High School...cutting class to get there and back! Crunchy not too greasy balls of fried chick pea and the Hummus is the best anywhere!
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really good...sorta messy...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I read about this place on Yelp and went to try it. As others suggested, I ordered the special (large falafel sandwich shake) to share. The consistency of the falafel taste better than other places...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place... Don't be deterred by the "roadside stand" appearance or the limited parking - it is not as it seems! The food is great, and there's more parking 'round back and on the side...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So if you drive by this place at night, you won't even notice it. During the day, the line wraps around the stop sign. It's just that good. Never would have ever thought that I would enjoy the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Even though I didn't see any Yelpers I knew out for the UYE earlier this evening, the small falafel and banana shake made for a dynamite combination. Now let me say I've had many a falafel, and this...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In the mood for falafels and banana shakes? Look no further! Keep your eyes open for the classic 'Falafel's Drive In' sign right next to Korean Palace or a line of people waiting outside the order...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE THIS PLACE! It's such a great "mom and pop shop." It brings me back to my high school days...OK I'll admit I just graduated last year but I think you know what I mean. There's nothing like a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE their banana shake! I ordered the large falafel, fries, and banana shake. The falafel is huge, after a while I was getting tired of the pita bread and just ate the veggies and balls. Their...
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Super awesome gyro. Huge chunks of tasty meat inside. Lots of salad in the gyro makes for balanced gyro. One trick is to try to eat the meat with the salad as the meat tends to fall in the bottom...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great! The falafel is awesome, the hot sauce is to die for! The sandwich did fall apart, but I just ate it with a fork instead. I highly recommend getting the hummus too. That way when...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Every so often, a restaurant will kick my love for the cuisine into high gears. This is def one of them. In fact, the interest is so high that I will bring my cooler bag (yes -like a dork!) and put...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Last night I tried Falfel for the first time. I loved it!!! They are DOG friendly, SUPER CHEAP and we went there for jessie w.'s birthday...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place peaked by interested due to the 600 reviews on yelp. I thought that 600 people giving an average of 4 stars can't be that wrong. Lucky for me they weren't. I thought everything was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Defiantly not a good place to eat. Its not clean or fresh. I think people get caught up in the fact that its been there for a while but its not that good at all. I definitely dont recommend this...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best Falafel ever! Great hummus and tabuleh, too. Gotta love a family business that's been around this long. It's worth the wait, which can easily be avoided by skipping the lunch rush hour.
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh excellent falafels. After I saw Guy Ferrari on Food Network review this place, I told myself that next time if I am in san jose, I have to check this place out. And so we did, after my half...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of THEE best spots in San Jose for a "fast-food" lunch. I've been going there since my high school days of Boys to Men....yes,that's a very long time ago. Now that I'm in Sac I miss it.The...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This was the second place where I had a falafel sandwich (first time was at Ali Baba in South SF) and I kinda wasn't impressed. I ordered the large fafafel sandwich and it seemed like they rushed it...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
590 reviews and I bet that not one of them can claim that they first patronized Falafel's Drive In when they ditched 8th Grade religion with the rest of their class at St. Martin's. We were...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So a weird guy ahead of us in line reaches the front and says, "Can I get two burgers, a side of fries and a vanilla shake?" Who goes to a place called Falafel's Drive In and places an order like...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Banana shake? Yes, really! It's REALLY good! I thought it would be thicker, but it was perfect with the falafel sandwich. The shake cuts the spiciness of the sandwich. The falafels are crunchy...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Holy crap! Why didn't I try this earlier!?! It's amazingly cheap and delish food! My friend and I each got a small falafel sandwich and a banana shake, and we split pita chips with a small hummus. All...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
LOVE IT! Thank you, Guy Fieri, for introducing me to Falafel's Drive In!Upon many a visit to San Jose, I have tried and tried to eat at Falafel's Drive In, but every time I vist, they are closed! Why...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've never had falafel anywhere else other than here so I can't tell you whether this place is the best place for them or not, but what I can tell you is that the stuff they have here is so good that...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm going to knock a couple stars off not because the Falafel Drive in is bad but because I am greek and I feel ashamed that someone and something would disgrace a gyro the way the Falafel Drive-in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The price vs. food quality vs. food quantity ratio is amazing. (Yes, ts a measurement I just made up).Falafel balls are good and are some of the best I have had in the bay area. But my absolute fav...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My friend introduced me to this place and I love it! The falafels are quite tasty!! I usually get the small portion so I have room for their yummy hummus and pita bread! Their service is really fast!...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the falafels here! yeah they are sloppy and starts falling all over the place, but still very awesome. im not a huge fan of eating a bunch of vegetables, but i could live off their falafels and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Have any of you ever had falafel before? This is by far the worst falafel I have ever had. Skip it you can get better falafel in the salad aisle at Trader Joes.
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Simple.. falafel, that is good.I hadn't been there in about 12 years.. better than i remembered. I wish I worked closer, i'd eat this two days a week.. can't beat it for $3.50
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yep, it's pretty good.Yep, the falafel balls seem to have gotten bigger since I went there a number of years ago.Yep, I can't have yogurt.Yep, a slight turn of the stomach afterward.Yep, would still...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My dad and my brother have been going here for awhile and they finally took me here earlier this summer. BEST FALAFELS I'VE EVER HAD. Portions are huge and everything is fresh (and messy). The sauce...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Let me just put it this way:Eating one of these falafels brought back memories of my trip to Israel when I was younger. I think that was the last time that I ate a falafel and had a $4 6.5oz can of...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A hometown favorite!! This place has been around as long as I can remember Kiddie World on Stevens Creek that is no longer there but Falafel Drive In is! I can still remember sneaking away from school...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to this little joint for years. And if you're veggie--it's a great option. The falafels are amazing-moist on the inside and crispy on the outside. Yum! The mix of tahini and hot sauce...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I don't understand the hype about this place. I mean, OK, the service was lightning fast - at 4pm on a Saturday, I got my falafel sandwich almost instantly. And five bucks for a large falafel was not...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I started eating here when the vegetarians at tower decided that I needed to try something new at lunch time...since then everyone I know has been loving it...it's still my falafel comparison to this...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We read all the reviews and had to try this place for ourselves. It lived up to its name. What it may lack in atmosphere it makes up for in flavor. I am picky about Falafel and this was the best...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Now I know this place is a San Jose landmark and it's all famous now that it was featured on Diners Drive Inns and Dives buuuut...the place was just okie. My then boyfriend took me a couple months ago...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have never had falafel like this before - I'm not a big fan of the other menu items, but will stop by to pick up a bag ful of falafels on their own and have them straight up with some greek yogurt....
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, little neon falafel balls, how I love thee!Seriously, this is a good consistent little gem for hole-in-the-wall tasty & nasty meditteranean nibbles. Though I'd request either doing without the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Really quick, good food, and really affordable!Since falafel is normally dry by itself, I usually get the regular with extra sauce, and it is just the right amount without feeling too full. I usually...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So, across the board, the reviews are pretty accurate.Fast falafel - yesGreat Banana Shake - yesHot sauce addictive - umm...yes....kindaI got the special lg falafel and banana shake. Since there was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place! Everyone goes for the falafel, but I have to say that even though they make them really well, that is not my favorite thing to eat. I love the gyros sandwiches with extra tahini. The...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the most convenient fast falafel place you could find. It seriously is as advertised: a drive-in that serves falafels (and a handful of other Mediterranean foods).Very quick for lunch,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The secret is the sauce - get extra hot sauce.The falafel's are crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. They pack plenty in the little sandwich and go down great with their banana shake (the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great! Falafels are tasty, and the pita chips with hummus are awesome as well. Damn, even the burgers are good. You can't go wrong here, especially for the price.
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Large falafel with extra hot sauce please! Sucks that I can't get one for $4.50 anymore.
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cheap, fast, good,there you go!!!
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've heard about this place for so long, and I finally decided to try it out! I got a falafel pita with a banana shake and some baba ganouj. The falafels are SO GOOD! I swear they laced it with...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the falafel is the best i've ever had. it's hot and delicious and even the fries are incredible. my husband has a remarkable enthusiasm for the banana shakes ( i don't do fruit so these aren't my...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is another hole in the wall place that I just love. This has been the only place that serves the best falafels. I've been all over the bay area and I always come back to this place. The others...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is good, but I'm not too hot for the chili sauce they give. I like my falafel's with just the regular tahini sauce. So I usually ask for it without it. The place is usually packed, which is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The best. The falafel looks small, but will fill you up. Yumm great with extra red sauce.
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
the boyfriend took me here after i got back from mexico. i was starving...even tho i had been eating all day. he wanted falafels so i agreed despite my baked potato craving.we got there right before...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Finally made a trip to the Falafel Drive Inn after hearing so much about it. Ordered the large falafel and banana shake special. Service was very quick. The shake was awesome. Falafel balls were good,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Don't let the appearance or the locations fool you. Falafel's Drive In really knows how to make a good falafel. I've paid a lot more at other places without getting food that half as good....
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After having eaten at Dishdash a couple weeks ago, I was in the mood for falafel, so I decided to finally try this place. Went there in the middle of the day and it wasn't busy at all. I ordered the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to Falafel Drive-In for a long time. While they have a lot of other good food on their menu, they're best known for their delicious falafels. They serve them in either a small or...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YUMM! It's always fresh and delicious! Also, this is the only place I've been to that puts spicy sauce on the falafel too! I usually just get the small falafel and that is MOREEE than enough to fill...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel is DELICIOUS.Pita was a little thin, but everything inside was heavenly.I prefer my hummus a little smoother, but was edible. (Sorry I'm so damn hard to please!)Chili sauce was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Who knew that this place was so famous? My boyfriend's coworkers introduced him to this place, and one of them said he dreams about this place, it's the best place ever. My boyfriend then took me...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent falafel. My favorite is actually the falafel salad or the gyro sandwich. You eat outside by the parking lot, but it doesn't matter.
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The large falafel and banana shake combo is for the win. After a night of partying, nothing works quite as well as some fried food.I actually first found this place by driving down San Carlos and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't eat as many deep fried goodies as I once did, but every once in a while I have to have a Large Falafel with a banana shake. I've been going here for years and it is a guaranteed good time for...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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I'm not sure why some people rate the Falafel drive in low. I think people have misconseptions of what you might get. If your looking for easy parking... not the place, looking for 5 star waiter customer...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I took my son here on the way back to Santa Cruz a few weeks back, now he has gone with his friends three times. Good taste must be in our genes.Mmmmmmmmmmm, falafel.
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously... best falafel ever!
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
so like many other people, i first heard of this place on the food network. i had a lot of hype and many expectations with this place. the hype was met and the expectations were exceeded. i went with...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The fam and I put this on our itinerary for our trip to the bay area. After seeing it on diners dives and drive in... we got excited!!! The place is almost unrecognizable as you drive down the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went back to my favorite spot the other day and ate a piping hot large falafel pita again. I realized how much the owner actually takes pride in the product when he recommended we just get to it and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Again, another recommendation from my non Yelper friend. He said that it was featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives on the Food Network. I like Guy Fieri, since he's also a California native and he's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you like Falafel, you'll love this place.I saw it on Food Network and friends rave about it, but actually had never had a Falafel. I've always loved gyros. Well I finally went, and I can tell...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I lived in San Jose for over 6 years and only just recently found out about this place. I had no expectations whatsoever so it was a great surprise. The falafel is really fresh and delicious and the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was good, really good for a cold falafel. I think it would of been a lot better if I didn't wait ten or so mins to eat it.I liked how it was really green inside the falafel, greener than I've ever...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The falafel salad is good, the chili sauce they give out is delicious. There is a long line and the prices are cheap. Minus 1-star for no parking and minus another star for not accepting credit cards....
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After watching the food network one night, I saw them talk about the Falafel Drive in here in San Jose. Amazing, isn't it?Well, this place is pretty good. I mean its not something I would usually...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I could have SWORN that I wrote a review for this place. I love it to bits and pieces!They have a great combo which includes a large falafel with a banana shake. If you are craving more balls, you can...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
after reading all the great reviews, i just had to try it. these are the best falafels i've tasted. as busy as they were, they sure did kick the food out super quick. i had the pineapple shake which...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What's a falafel? For some reason I always thought of funnel cakes when I looked at the sign. Maybe because they both start with the letter "F". The two couldn't be more different.Anyway, I have...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was so excited for "the best falafel in the Bay Area!" (Some even made claims about the best falafel in the world, but that's so silly I didn't pay any attention to them). I read the reviews and it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best falafel I have ever tasted and yes, the banana shake is great! This place is a must try :)
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yay! I'm a fan.
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok ok, so this is now one of those places that I frequent, usually once a week. Their banana shake rocks! I was skeptical because some of the reviews said that the shake tasted "fake" but really it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite fast-food in my hometown for over 10 years! Large falafel with everything...mmmm! Or the falafel salad...big enough for two to eat lightly or one to chow down. When you need to mix it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know if I always came on bad days but I just don't see what the big deal is about this place. The Falafels are good, but everything else I ever had here wasn't anything to write home about. In...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the Drive-In. There was little I liked about living in the area, except for that small strip of road past that HORRIBLE mall that featured such gems as this place.The food? Top notch! In...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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Perfect for when you have a craving for falafel. Good in big groups. I came...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I know people rave about the banana shakes here, but let's show some love for the root beer freeze as well! It's a thicker, milkier version of a root beer float, and this place makes them as good as...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Their banana and chocolate shakes are amazing. Their sandwiches are really fulfilling but if you feel like going light try their salad. When you go here be sure to get lots of napkins.....you'll need...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
what can I say? the falafel drive in is home to one of the best deals around, if you like falafel and banana shakes that is. You can get a small(which really isn't that small at all) falafel with hot...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been coming here since I was in High School (which was looong ago) and it's been my measuring stick for all falafels since then. So far no other falafel has met this standard! I always order the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The place doesn't look like much when you first look at it, since its been around forever, which isn't a bad thing at all. The food and falafels were top notch.But there are limit places to eat...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You are correct if you're thinking you've seen this place somewhere. The Food Network highlighted the Falafel Drive-In in one of their shows....I've been coming to this place for the past 5 years and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy...goodness. Ordered the Gyro, banana shake(which is A MUST), and fries. LOVED IT! Cucumber yogurt sauce...yum, spicy ketchup...yum! All the flavors...yum. The food itself makes up for the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It isn't the best falafel of all time, but there's something about the odd experience of eating it outside next to the furniture store in wackass San Carlos that makes me really enjoy it. Yes, I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been eating here literally my whole life. My dad's known the owners since they opened. I've never had better falafel's. Can't go wrong with the pita chips & hummus. It would be a shame if you...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I tried out some veggies stuffs. Seems to be pretty good.
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place is so popular, but I'm just not into it. The falafel pitas fall apart into a messy pile, the pita is dry, mass-produced stuff, and the falafel themselves are often burned -- that, or...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i love falafels! i'm craving one right now. besides the pita bread always breaking before i even touch the falafel, falafel's drive-in is the best thing since sliced bread! just don't go during...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After eatting at Pho #1 I decided that I can't leave San Jose with such a bad eatting experience. A few blocks away from Santana Row is this drive in(sorta like hawaiin drive in........in Oahu,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Falafels don't get any better than this. I love the quaint setting, too...it looks like they haven't changed the decor since they opened.
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a good place if you are tired of the burger and fries fast food routine. I order the Gyro, pita chips, and shake. There is a trick to eating these things, don't remove the paper wrapper they...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
OK I'm going to have to go against the grain HEAVILY here and disagree with 90% of the reviews. I was so excited to finally get the a chance to try this place and get that "WOW" experience, that...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I agree that it is not good. Falafels were crunchy on the outside but not soft on the inside and they were bland and cold/warm. Pita's are cold and not enough tahini sauce. I was surprised people...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like their sauce, but the falafel's and chicken is a little bit dry and the pita's do fall apart. But I still really like their falafel and chicken sandwiches.The best part of their menu...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am a fan. I heard so many good things so many times and passed by Falafel's Drive In even many more times but some how I did not stop until recently and I am so glad I finely did that! Their Falafel...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best cheap Falafel I've had in the bay yet. I still need to try Falafel House though. Anyhow Falafel drive-in often looks packed and the line does get long at times, but they are quick and it takes...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After reading Dan B.'s review for this place, I was intrigued and had to try this place. While waiting for my baby to come home, I decided to head out to this place for a quick lunch.I ordered the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've seen real falafels being hand-made in front of me and deep fried to a golden crisp. The fresh chickpea taste was heavenly and juicy. But that was in Middle-Eastern joints of Chicago.I guess if...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Not only the best the falafel in San Jose. The best falafel I've ever had, anywhere in the world, including the Middle East. I have friends from out of town who insist on coming here every time they...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Middle Eastern and American food that is cheap and fast. The Foodnetwork star, Guy Fieri, even paid a visit to this place, so you know you're in for a treat!I highly recommend this place. NOTE:...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Falafel's Drive-in is rare, because this is one of the only restaurants in the area that offer Middle Eastern fast food. Try the combo with the banana shake. I highly recommend this place.
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A San Jose classic! The best falafels in town hands down! Granted it IS fast food, but the portion is fair and the banana shakes are super tasty! Parking can be a challenge since the location is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i give the five stars to places that have overall, Excellent in their area of food. Yes I know, Yelp covers everything besides restaurants and good eats, but i love food....in fact i'm chewing on my...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The most amazing falafel sandwich ever. The most banana-y banana shake ever. And the perfect fries to boot! Get extra napkins beforehand. OR ELSE!
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE THIS PLACE!i went to Falafel's Saturday, around 8:30, and unfortunately they had closed at 8. --BUT the man at the window offered me an extra falafel, and said that he couldn't charge me...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Don't get me wrong this place has good food, but the hype around it kind of kills it for me. I know alot people who would have never gone here if it wasn't for Guy Fieri and Food NetworkHowever props...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I just moved back to the Bay Area, was re-introduced to this place by a friend, and have eaten there 3 times this week! Line is always long but moves quickly. Customer service is great (cashier is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yeah, that's right - FIVE STARS!I love this place and try to go back whenever I'm in the area. Falafel salad with extra hot sauce, please.(The falafel w/ a pita is good as well, but it always rips...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Last time I had falafel this good was 13 years ago, in Israel. I eventually stopped trying to get one in US because each time it was too heavy, too breaded, too oily. Not here - huge, perfect...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The falafels are delish. We came right when they were about to close and they stuffed our pitas with tons of falafel balls. That was really nice of them.
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I Ordered the combo (Large Falafel Sandwich Banana milkshake) for $7 That was what I was told to get by the person in line in front of me. The last time I had a Falafel was 30 years ago, and as a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Having tried my first little falafel ball here, i am now a fan. Food is good. I usually get the falafel's or the gyro's, depending on wether i'm feeling a little meat or all out falafel balls. And...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's been about 10 years since i've been to this place, and my girl has heard everyone talk about it, so I decided to take her there on our way home from the Los Altos Art & Wine Festival. She wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have never, I repeat, never had falafels as great as this place. The sandwiches and plates are pretty good portions, neither skimpy nor gluttonous. $6 can get you a decent meal, which is a great...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to his place twice and both times the falafel and the banana shake have been consistently good. For $7 you get a large falafel sandwich and a banana shake, which should be enough for most...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hot day so it wasn't as enjoyable. But I had the giant falafel, and must say it was fried and coupled with the whole thing fabulously. The food was amazing, even on a hot day with some cold banana...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Banana shakes...YUMMIE!!!I think this place is better than House of Falafel and besides, they don't have banana shakes!! I also think the prices are cheaper...an extra plus!!
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Possibly the best falafel I've ever had, even though they are smaller than the usual size I'm used to from some authentic home-cooked versions I have tried. I also found it interesting how they used a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place!!! Cheap, great tasty food, and super fast service. The falafel and gyros pita sandwich can get messy really quickly, but the taste totally worth all the mess all over my shirt. :p...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Do you enjoy eating with your hands? Do you like it when food falls apart before you take your first bite? Do you like it when the cashier/owner blabs on with other customers while you stand outside...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's only one thing you need to know here - get the special - large falafal and banana shake; $7.00. Fast food dive with a long line behind one ordering window? This is so not me. But, I can't...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You want falafel? I got yer falafel right here pal! Small falafel and hummus. Mmmm all crunchity, and yummy. Get this and you won't be sorry. I wish I was having this right now. And a banana...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Since I have dreams about your falafels and banana shakes and I almost drove down to San Jose with these gas prices and no particular reason other than I had a craving tonight: I give you five stars.
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
falafel salad banana milk shake = YUM
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can only vouch for the Large falafel and banana shake meal. I douse the falafel with extra red sauce. It looks sorta spicy, but I don't remember if it was. Probably not. The large falafel may look...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
man this place is good. i usually get the standard large falafel and banana shake. best banana shake i've ever had. what do they make then so creamy and ice cream like? the pita is thin but the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As a San Jose newcomer, I've been dying to try this falafel place of almost mythical proportions on Yelp. Before arriving, I warned my husband that the owners were compared to the likes of the soup...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Kyle loves the falafels here. We come here just about anytime we're in San Jose.I love the banana milkshakes and the hummos with pita. We've been to a lot of falafel places and nothing can compare to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good food and cheap, take some hummus to go. Nice on a summer night
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My sister dragged me here the other day because we couldn't decide where to eat. Holy crap this place is damn good. I know where I'm coming during Lent!My fiance ate a falafel and didn't even...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok so I am a newby by far to this place, I can say I had never went been to the Falafel Drive In until some friends took me there. The Falafel is awesome, tastey and filling. The banana shake is an...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Large falafel and banana shake for $7. Yum!
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
-never knew a falafel patty could be this good, I love falafels and can eat the patties by themselves, I was so used to dry crumbly falafels but still enjoyed them...but not after eating here, they...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When did this place get so popping and crazy? I went the other week and there was huge line. I guess i was lucky in the past to never encounter such thing. Gyros and falafel's are good. Humus and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going here for years, mostly for the banana shakes and a quick hummus fix. The falafel is okay too, but their pitas are so flimsy that it's hard to eat without making a mess. Veggies...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
5 stars for the falafel, which were amazing. the rest of the menu were lackluster though. i'd rather have pita pit at downtown sj for the super greek, but that's just me
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Where oh where do you go for a great falafel? This is the place!!
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What else can be said that wasn't said before?!? All I know is it's great tasting, great value, get your food quick (esp. considering how many may be ahead of you) and worth whatever antacid I need...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Only the best damn Falafels ever!!!!Been going here for 20 yearsLOVE IT!
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place was featured on Food Network on Diner, Dives & Drive-Inns!!! YAY! i've been going to this place for like the past 5 years...so far it's the best falafel place [i know of] in the areaservice...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We had falafel and Shawerma. The hummus was great.Well, I gotta admit that the food is good, but somehow I never went back. Hmmm I wonder why? Maybe the name never stuck, or the food wasn't that...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
my brother brought me here a few days ago cause i recentlytold him that ive never had a falafel. & he was craving it anywaysso i told him i was down to try it. we got there about 2pm & boywas the line...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I could write sonnets about Falafel Drive In.This is theeee spot where I take anyone I'm showing around from out of town. Warm friendly service from the owner and his staff ALWAYS. Great prices and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the "sis" that chantal d. is referring to is YOURS TRULY! and i must agree with her (and everyone else's pretty much) review. honestly, no complaints about this place. well ok, maybe the tables...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place made it onto the Food Network's Diners, Drive Ins and Dives with Guy Fieri. Need I say more?Definitely try their pita chips and hummus dip. Awesome!
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Holy moly. (I just watched Grumpy Old Men.) Review #99 goes to Falafel's Drive In!Sis & I split the special.. large falafel & a banana shake.Whoever put this combo together was a GENIUS!!!We couldn't...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The falafel is hot and crispy, the fries are fresh, salty and delicious and the banana shakes are thick and creamy and cold. I seriously love this place. Of course so does half the bay area, it seems....
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For falafel's this is the place to be! My mom and I used to frequent here every tuesday when i was in high school! That was definately awhile back.....Ahh how I miss those Tuesdays! Now its on my...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is the best. Simple good cheap food that is fresh and ready to go. It's usually pretty busy, so waiting in line is common. But their falafel pitas and banana milkshakes are so good!If you...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
falafels - 5 stars - so moist and goodhummus - 5 starspita bread - 3 stars - a bit drybanana milkshake - 4 stars - overhyped...a good shake but not the best i've had. i really liked it, and the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fast, cheap, and good (It's like fast food, but better! ) You really can't go wrong here when you're craving a falefel!
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Bumping you up to 5 stars, baby! You deserve it, Falafel's Drive In! You're just that good. I should've done it in the first place - don't know why I was holding out on you.
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm just going to put my rating in because what i have to say does not differ from the other 400 or so reviews. The line moved quickly, food was ready within minutes, and devoured with a smile on my...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I loathe being in that grimey area (traffic and summer heat do it for me) but this place is a little diamond in the rough. But 40% of the time I want to eat here, I don't have the currency of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I dream about the falafel here: fresh, moist, delicious, and alarmingly green. Throw these in a pita with some salad, tahini, and hot sauce, and you've got a top notch falafel sandwich. Add the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A banana shake and a falafel....sweet nectar of the gods. May sound a bit strange to newbies, but trust us, you'll thank us later. Line out the door every day of the week. Go when the weather is nice....
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All the hype that they were talking about on the Drive in's, diner's and dives its all legit. Great tasting food! The freshest food you can get real fast too. Banana Shakes and Falafels is this place...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel and a banana shake combo - about the best $7 you'll ever spend.Don't be scared by the lines, its' crowded for a reason. Make sure you can make it rain b/c they don't take credit cards here.
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
awesome falafels! definitely an sj classic!
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They had this place featured on Food Network. Soooo dope! I'm glad they did cause I probably would've never heard of it! I went for the Falafel sandwhich, the Chicken sandwhich, Banana shake, and Root...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I used to cry when I was 3 years old and my mom used to bring me here. I loved it when she'd order me a corn dog and fries though.I guess I finally fell in love at about age 17, when i would crave...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place as GREAT falafel's - but what do I know, I'm just some Chinese guy. To me, the food tastes great here and you HAVE to try the mango shake because it's a winner.Remember to come here early...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had my first falafel - was good. Next time I'll try their falafel salad cuz really, I just liked the inside stuff not the pita. BUT, I loved their banana shake!!! It's so yummy! And, I hear that...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The falafels here are awesome. It was the first time I've had falafel, so I can't say anything about the authenticity of it. Not that it really matters, considering how tasty it was. My friend and I...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place has been a staple of the South Bay since 1964 - you can't beat that kind of record and not have good food! The Special (Large Falafel and Banana shake) is the bomb. I have taken many of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
There's nothing authentic about this restaurant. This is a good, general falafel spot with milkshakes and other "drive in" type food. There really is nothing special about this place-- especially the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has the best falafels! I've had falafels from other places and no other can compare. The falafels here are full of flavor and have a little bit of crunch to them (not too much where they...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place IS good!I finally came here after hearing so many good things. I wish I had come at a more in-between time though since the line was LONG at 12:30. I think I waited about 30 minutes.The guy...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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Falafel Drive In has by far the best gyros in town! The meat is so tender, and the lettuce is very fresh. The sauce is awesome, and the only criticism I have is the pita falls apart occasionally.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is everything that I love about eating. Good food and a fair price. My tip is to ask for extra hot sauce. It is finger licking good.
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After reading the reviews and seeing this place on the Food Network I had to try it out. Thanks to everyones heads up I about going early, there was no line at 11:30am and my Large Falafel Sandwich...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
WoW, Pretty damn good.Good PricesGreat FalafelsFriendly StaffGood FriesDidn't try a shakeQuick ServiceALWAYS busy (with good reason)If you like falafels this is the only place I know to go
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Saw this place on Food Network and was determined to go here. I made it my mission to go here the very next time I was in the area, and I did!large falafel and banana shake = $7.00well worth it. i was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, 440 reviews at this place - I guess I'll add my review too!Came here for lunch and was actually pretty intimidated because the line was sooo long and there was no parking. Most people park on...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the first time i came here, it was 8:15. i felt like the guy behind the counter was rushing me, and i didn't know what i wanted, so i asked if he could wait. he said they were closing. oops! they...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Doesn't get much better than a falafel and a banana shake!
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
***UPDATE 6/5/08: I went back again and ended up liking the falafel sandwich a lot more. 4 stars now.The falafel balls were crunchy this time and the lettuce was more fresh. The banana shake was a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
2 words describe Falafel Drive In - YUM ME! After reading the praise the other Yelpers have bestowed on this place, there is nothing much I can say that has not already been said. I love Falafel and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel?!?? What is that?!!?!? What's in it?!?! Is it good?!?!All of these questions was definitely running through my mind. I've never ever had a Falafel before, let alone never even knew what it...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a classic. good food, reliably prepared, fast, fun (as long as you like eating outside, picnic style). Great for a quick lunch or dinner. The line is long sometimes, but it moves...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After getting my car fixed and going for a sale at Cost Plus I ventured here... for a Banana Milkshake... I like the Falafel places better in Santa Cruz....but they don't make banana milkshakes.......
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I first heard about this place from watching the food network. When I discovered it was in my own backyard, I had to check this place out! I was first skeptical since I had a bad experience with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of those craving-inducing places. (Did that make sense?) Its not the most convenient location, parking lot is tiny and people are always in a rush. Line is usually long, but goes quickly....
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of those Yelp finds....that I'd never think of visiting if it wasn't for the 400 reviews. I'd never had a falafel so I'm not a good judge as to whether this is a good one, but my bf...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Now I'm homesick for San Jose and I never even lived there. Seriously the best, now if they only had pickled radish I might pass out from pleasure.
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
awesome
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Firstly, I'd like to say that I'm not a vegetarian. I love meat, and you'll find me with a Gyro in my hand a lot more often than a Falafel. I decided to see what all the Yelp-Hype was about and try...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Bomb banana milkshakes!Awesome falafel sandwiches.Ever since I moved down to sunny So Cal, I have missed this place.
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love Falafel Drive In! I've been going to this place for a while now and I always order the falafels and a banana shake. Yummmm! My husband often orders the gyros which are equally delicious....
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Small falafel sandwich with a banana shake from this Falafel drive in can make all your unhappy events of the day melt away!I work at GAP in Valleyfair and one day, a group of co-workers were drinking...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
DUDE those large falafels are HUGEEE.. I don't understand how some people do it.. I can eat but there are some chicks there that order a large falafel w/ small fries & they finish that shit with no...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My family and I have been going here for at least 12 years (that I can remember) and it's just as great as it ever was. It's getting more and more popular (could it be due to the profile on the Food...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i have been eating here for 102 years and it's getting better each century. i just realized that after all this time i've ordered the same thing each trip: the large falafel/banana shake special,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here yesterday after school and I'm very glad that I did.A friend has been mentioning this place for quite some time and I finally decided it was a good time to take him up on it. I got the $7...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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Really good falafels. The sandwiches are falafel balls in pita bread with lettuce etc. You can add spicy sauce if you want. The banana milk shake is really great!
citysearch.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had heard really good things about this place, but to my dissapointment it didn't stand up to the hype. First we drove right past the place. The food was fast, almost too fast. The falafel was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a good place to grab a quick bite to eat. After trying a few Falafel places in the Bay Area this one is most memorable.Their Falafel's have the most flavor and their spicy red sauce really...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The falafel drive-in is an outdoor restaurant. Im not a big fan of outdoor eat outs but The food is good but no Shawermas. Great for a quick lunch break. The service is good and super fast. If its...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is awesome. You can eat outdoors and watch the traffic going to Valley Fair/ Santana Row, breathe in the fumes, and get your grub on. I prefer TOGO. There is also a small dining area...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Let me start off by saying I'm lazy. I only like getting food within the radius of my house or my girls house. I'm so happy to have this so close to the house! I feel healthy eating this stuff! Can't...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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This is the place to get the best falafel in town, or anywhere else for that matter. They are always hot and crispy. You can order them on their own or in a sandwich. People come from all over the bay area to...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
mmmm... Falafel's.... there's just something about those Falafel's.. they are just so .. yummy! At first when I would come here I'd get a small gyro and falafel's on the side... now I skip the gyro...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We really enjoyed this place. It's completely casual, simple and just plain good food. No frills. Banana shake was awesome and we loved ALL the food, gyro, falafel, chicken, hummus, pita chips.....
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I want fala-felI want fala-felI want fala-felI'll go get some today!I was singing this in my head as I made the risky journey (by foot) from Valley Fair to Falafel's Drive In. It had been at least a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome felafel and cheap! what more can I say?? love this place!
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Did this place change owners recently? Did they lose the recipes? After hearing so much about this place I thought I was finally going to be able to get a decent gyros in San Jose. I was wrong! The...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, the falafels, mixings and sides are great. You may want to avoid going here during a major heat wave though. My maiden trek was during a heat wave last summer and the banana milk shake that I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is alright. I've only gotten the large falafel w/ banana shake deal for $7. I can never finish the whole falafel. I guess I get kinda tired of it? I wish the sauce would be more...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It amazes me sometimes how many people watch the Food Network. I mean, I watch the Food Network religiously and have done so for years but I guess it's garnered something of a true foodie fan...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great service, great food! I have been in restaurant/retail management for the past 10 years and can identify when a location goes above and beyond for their customers (so please excuse my lack of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a staple of great food in San Jose. The lines are often very long, but there is a quick turnover of orders. The Large Falafel sandwich and banana shake are something one can dream...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've heard about this place for a long long time, and finally my friends dragged me here on a random Tuesday afternoon and boy am I glad they did! Even though I've driven up and down Steven's Creek a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Too bad, so sad.I had strong hopes for this place. I heard nothing, but positive words about this drive in. And usually its the little hole in the wall drive ins that offer the most authentic,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They have a really good selection on the menu but the Falafel is what you should order (obvs). They have great outside seating for when the weather's nice in the summer (which it thankfully is in SJ,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I drive by this place all the time while heading over to Valley Fair and each time I drive by there is always a line. I dropped in one time to see what the hype was all about. To my surprise it was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
falafel was good, but maybe too much reviews... so there was no WOW...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you know another falafel drive in, then I don't know what parts of town you're driving in. For me this is the only place I know that caters to the market of fast-paced commuters with a craving for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this place, the food is really good, and the service is good. I love the falafels and the hummus. This place definitely makes a great falafel, probably better than anywhere else. Its one of the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food was cheap and fantastic. Banana shake was amazing. The guy behind the counter was great. Awesome place. I took extra napkins in anticipation from the reviews I've read, but only ended up...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
busy place - good sign that it MUST be well-loved. Decent selection of items I couldn't pronounce. Loved the falafel sandwich and Kouby. Wished the hot red sauce on top would've been more...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fun! Went here with some friends and thoroughly enjoyed my falafel. Probably the best one I've ever had (I haven't had many, I'll be honest) Dining outside was a great way to enjoy the weather....
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've had many a falafel in my day and so far these have been my favorite. I love that the greens are very fresh and their hot sauce is the bomb!, The falafel's have always been hot, crunchy and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy Yummy !!! I had never eaten a Falafel before and now I cant wait to have another. The only bad thing is you cant eat them without making a mess. Highly recomended not to eat them in the car.
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I don't understand what all the hype was about.Falafel was ok. Not filling. Pita bread they used was not good. Thin and rips easily. Fries were bland, onions rings were ok, corn dog (Although not...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Today I became a falafal lover.Yesterday, I was a falafal virgin. I don't know if it was hesitation to try something new or just never really having the opportunity.Today my husband suggested that we...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had previously lived real close by to this place, even saw the sign a few times, but never stopped to find out what it was. Then I saw it mentioned on Food Network, and thought to myself, well I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Why do you think the line is so long and the place is ALWAYS packed? Absolutely THE BEST falafel's in the known universe. The guys at the window are fast and efficient - order here, pickup there. Take...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When we bought our home two blocks from here, we always figured that having the Falafel Drive-In in our neighborhood would do nothing but help our property value. We must have been right, since we...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. Their Falafel is the best, I judge all other Falafel places to this place. Their Falafel salad is perfection. I also like their kabob salad. The pita chip are adictive. This place...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Quick, cheap and delicious!
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the BEST falafels you could eat. anywhere.seriously, this place is amazing. we've been going there for at least 15 years, and though the prices have increased as the place gets more popular and gets...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. I can eat with my dog (it's outdoors). It's cheap. It's relatively healthy (I get the salad..it's quite satisfying). It's quick. Most importantly, they have the best falafels...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I feel like eating healthy and I'm near Valley Fair, I think Falafel Drive In is one of my top choices to eat at during the day when they're open. The food is decently price, served quick, and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In days of yore when I was still in my training, my mantra was to get the most amount of good grub for the least amount of moulah. Given that, one of my fave spots on the bang-for-the-buck repertoire...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I used to work right next to this place, and used to eat here all the time. The owners are nice and always hooked it up fat!Before eating here, I used to ask myself what the fcuk is a falafel? Till I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A solid, solid, solid choice - for yourself, for friends, for out-of-town guests... Falafel and banana shakes - who knew? Excellent portions, fresh ingredients, tasty red sauce, delicious tahini and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All I gotta say is Falafel and Banana shake.
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I don't like falafels.It's true...my husband winces whenever I say that because he loves falafels AND this place all rolled into one big happy la-la bubble...but I can't help it. The idea of deep...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great falafel, beef kabob and gyros sandwiches! Falafel balls as a side works well too...they're small (think donut holes), but good (especially with the tahini sauce). Good hummus. I hear a lot of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is by far one of the best falafels that I have had outside of the middle east. Anyone who comes and visits gets the Falafel Drive In lunch with Banana shake. My mother in VA is coming out in a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! The banana shake is a MUST have to go with the falafel wrap. Worth the wait.
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All the reviews hit the spot on this place. The falafels are excellent - make sure you ask for extra tahini and hot sauce! I thought the gyro was just ok. Banana shake is also pretty good and worth...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'll give it 5 stars when I get back. Yaya so I'm a dumbass who went on good friday and though it had some meat in the falafel. Got the dip instead. wow. I'm not vegitarian but I thought I got...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Mediocre falafel's, but I have yet to have one in the Bay Area that even came close to the Parisian ones that I used to scarf down when I lived in the Marais. The falafels here are messy. Make sure...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel's is a decent burger joint that also serves Mediterranean food. The food is good, but, for me, not as great as others make it out to be. The place is always busy, which is a good sign and the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The small falafel sandwich is massive. I couldn't finish it. It's also pretty messy with the yogurt sauce and hot sauce just slathered on top of all the lettuce and tomatoes crammed in there. The...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel's Drive In isn't flawless, but I have to give them five stars anyway. You've gotta love a falafel sandwich with pita chips and a banana shake. It's an all time classic food combination in...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Two second version: a nice falafel sandwich.We saw this place on that Food Network Diners and Dives show (it may have been an old repeat, not sure). It must have worked because it was quite busy, it...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is delicious for super-casual dining. Often, there are long lines and limited seating. Also, there's not much to look at from a decor perspective, and I sometimes question the cleanliness,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel's are great and Falafel's Drive In makes them better!
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In few words: FALAFEL: green on the inside, served hot, tthumbs up, on salad or sandwich. NOT-TO-FALAFEL: gyros, chicken, burgers DRINKS: good banana shake, just like that small street shop back...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
"Do you wonder what makes a falafel sandwich so good? Well it is obviously the falafel balls. Falafel balls consist of garbanzo beans and fresh green veggies, but you can not forget about the spices...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I will be honest, I wasn't as impressed with this place as I am Yiassoo. The falafel is good, however, I was just dying for it to be accompanied by yogurt sauce. I was informed that the place does not...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was here AGAIN this week!!! i really don't know why these falafels are so addicting! i'm thinking it has to do mostly with the hot sauce and the crunchy texture of those green chick pea balls...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
1st review here on Yelp. I heard of the Falafel Drive-in from a show on the Food Network. I think it was Drive-in, Dives or something... Anyway, I love falafels and haven't found a decent place in...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Probably the best falafel I've ever had. I now live around the corner from Mamoun's, Ali Baba, and Yatagan in Manhattan, NYC, and the falafels there are only $2.50 and pretty good. I'd say Falafel's...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am born and raised Bay Area. Things that I have not been to or seen yet: Alcatraz, Winchester Mystery House, Malibu Grand Prix... but finally, Falafal's Drive In can be scratched off that list.I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best. Damn. Falafel. EVER. Granted, I have never actually been here, but we at work order food from here all the time. (Thanks to one of the managers who lives in SJ and picks it up for us and drives...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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After hearing great things about the legendary Falafel Drive-In, I was excited to finally try it and see for myself what all the fuss was about. I was a little worried about parking, but on a Sunday night, I...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BANANA SHAKE!! I sometimes go here JUST for the banana shake. Even if I'm stuffed full from having lunch elsewhere. I'll even maybe buy just one falafel ball for 25 cents. YUM.Service is fast and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Large Hummus, large Falafel, extra balls and Tahini plus the kitchen stays clean.
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I saw this on the food network channel for great diners, dives and drive in's around the world or whatever and I was like hey I've seen this place before. Everytime I drive past here theres always a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My best friend and I just came back from the Falafel's Drive In an hour ago. Since it was both our first time, we ordered the large falafel, large gyros, with the banana shake. SO YUMMY! The large...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
To try: falafal (well duh), gyros full of meat, hummus n' pita chips, and the banana shake (which lives up to the hype). Delicious!
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All i gotta say is whoever came up with the idea of the whole place is a straight GENIUS!! Im not gonna say anything about this place because it already looks like folks out here love this place as...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not going to be adding much value to the other reviews here, besides this. When my internal plumbing needs some help, a falafel will work miracles. Within an hour or so ... well, you get the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know what else I can say that hasn't been said already.This place rocks! Falafel sandwiches are of course wonderful! I'm not too fond of their baba ganoush, but the hummus is great! And you...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
anyone who is middle eastern...will agree that the taste of the falfels is insanley poor. me and my husband were so excited to have falafels a few months ago...and we couldnt even finish them. they...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is on my "San Jose Classics" list. It's a trippy little drive up place with a few tables scattered out front. They have middle eastern falafel gyros, etc., corndogs, fries, yummy shakes, etc....
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not big on the falafel. However the gyro's are pretty darn tasty and I love the yogurt sauce. Last visit resulted in way too much food ordered. A large gyro is a ton of food, small or regular...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had two firsts at this place - my first falafel and my first banana milkshake. Both were awesome! I got the lunch special when I went, and have been craving falafel ever since. It's better to go...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YUMMY!!! heaven in a pita.P.S. their shakes are very good! line is often long but it goes by fast and the food is worth it so hang in there
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel's rocks!What I like about it is the experience. The food is great too, but this place is an old drive-in restaurant and they didn't change it much, save to add picnic benches with some shade....
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
day 3 of my tripi am hungry and sj yelpers told me to hit this spot up. i just got a speeding ticket the night before and needed something to satisfy me. so i tried this place. lots of falafel in la,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Falafel Drive-In twice now, and I will go back, but not for their signature falafels. The first time I went, I got small gyro with a side of hummus. The second time I went, I tried the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome felafels and gyros, a little messy to eat as the pita bread falls apart...Banana shake are not bad either
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It would be cool if yelp had a field to describe the category what type of restaurant a place is (classy place, hole in the wall) so people can rate accordingly. After reading some of the reviews it's...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic food. I have driven by this place for over five years and thought it was some junky dive. OK, it's not the place to take your date to prom, but the food is delicious and the service is FAST...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
simply delicious! i saw this place on a Food Network TV Show and it looked so good I had to try it. It was so worth the drive from The City! The falafels are perfect and crisp and have great flavor. I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Crunchy falafels. Crunchy baklava. The banana shake was alright.I liked everything, but the pita bread falls apart!
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
falafel and banana shake = heaven. what more could you ask for?
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious falafel, even better banana shake. Service is fast, but there is not much parking so at busy times it may be tough to get in & out quickly.
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I never thought banana shakes and falafels would go together perfectly, but in this case, they actually do! Thanks to my brother-in-law I had the best falafel in all of California. We went there right...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
2 words....BANANA SHAKE! They have the best banana shake in town. At least I think so. The falafel's are pretty good but I've never really tried it anywhere else so I can't really say if it is good...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! I have been going for almost 7 years now!The place is a hole in the wall type of place except it's not really a hole in the wall anymore.While I visited it recently, I noticed a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy falafels. Last time I came here I totally overate b/c I couldn't help myself; it was that good. The tahini sauce is a must; I think their falafels could use a bit more b/c sometimes they seem...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, a review for this place has been long overdue since I've eaten here about three times already. I must say it was good, but nothing great.The last time I had falafel was in Spain where the balls...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a must have when I come to SJ. A falafel, fries, and a chocolate/banana/peanut butter shake. Yum!
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
AWESOME! You must have the combo meal with 1 large falafel sandwich and the banana shake it is de-licious. Great place to grab lunch on the go. Or on a nice day sit outside on the sunny patio. Love...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I went, I actually ordered the gyro sandwich, which was pretty darn good. While sitting there eating my sandwich, I watched droves of people order the falafel sandwich. My curiosity...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place for falafel's and gyros. My friend and I came here for dinner one night when we felt like keeping it low key. The food was soooo good and not too expensive. The falafel was crispy and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i loooooveee the falafel sandwich and banana milk shake. its great for any day consumption. best on warm sunny days when you can sit outside and just watch cars go by as you sit at a picnic table...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the falafel here is like a drug and I am an addict, always wanting more. Portions, filling, food delicious. It's not called falafel drive in for nothing, their falafel is worth driving many miles...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4 stars for great service, pretty good falafels. Minus one star for the mediocre gyros. Maybe I was mistaken, but I didn't quite enjoy Tahini sauce with my gyros... I would have preferred tzatziki...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The falafels here are the best! They're really tasty and crispy unlike a lot of the other places I've been to. They also put in this red tomato based hot sauce and its sooo good. I don't even...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
was introduced to falafel by a friend awhile back and this was the first place he took me to. tried out the other shops that are blooming around the city since i dont like hitting the traffic that...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had my first falafel from Falafel's Drive-In when I was about seven years old. After many instances of giggling at the restaurant's unusual name as I sat in the backsteat whilest my parents drove...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
How can you beat the lunch special, falafel and banana shake. What a rad place, I just wish they would set up shop in Sacramento and save me the two hour drive.
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
so yummy. quality and taste has not faltered in years, my mom and i have been coming here since 1995 at least. it does get crowded at lunch and close relatively early. since there isnt really indoor...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place was great. The food and shakes, service, speed of service, the atmosphere, the owner, William (he was so friendly and accommodating) , they were all awesome! This place lives up to the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best falafel in town.Old school nostaligic hamburger stand appeal.Friendly people. Prompt at closing is the only downfall...Love this place!
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
2/1/08 Update: Went to a school event in Menlo Park with falafel catering. I immediately had to seek out the parent arranging the event to figure out where she got the party trays. "This is just about...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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Yes, yes, I know, they have good falafels and even a tasty banana shake. However, they lack any kind of customer service known to mankind. They are stingy with the sauce(s) and almost always act like they...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone kept telling me that this was the best falafel place ever. Given, I did not have the falafel/banana milkshake combo, but I did have the falafel. I think there are much better places to eat...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not going to beat around the bush here... I love this place a lot, and I miss it very much as well. I lived just on the other side of the 880 for a good while, and as soon as I discovered this...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Falafel Drive-In is an institution on Stevens Creek and evokes thoughts of days more simpler. Definitely worth trying unless you hate garlic and chick peas. The prices are reasonable considering...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! Love the falafel sans red sauce, my new fav is the kifta kebab, also the weird ball of meat and pine nuts thats deep fried cant remember the name of it for the life of me but when I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of those places about which you'll fondly reminisce when the dot com days are over and VCs are investing in companies who actually have a product or service to sell (Oh, that's now?). Long...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
SHORT & SWEET: The best falafel I've ever had (including the MIddle East); fast; cash only; hot sauce is the default; long lines at lunch but moves quickly; limited inside seating; Tahini sauce on top...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was craving a gyro since my last encounter at Casablanca's in SJ, so i decided to try Falafel's. The meat was cold and on the dry side. The cucumber sauce was okay. I guess i should try the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i wasn't planning on writing a review for falafel's. but their banana shake changed all that. i think it was almost life-changing. for 2 seconds at least.i had heard rave reviews from everyone...
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I fantasize about this food. I'm not even remotely kidding.My usual is a large falafel and banana shake. Then get some extra tahini sauce; drizzle it over your wrap and mash the red sauce down inside...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Update--inspection issue (this is the second time w/in a year they've been written up for this--most recently on 06/11/2007, but there have been three other major violations in 2007): GROSS!:...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've tried the gyro and, of course, the falafel. Both hit the spot nicely. Like Carl's Jr, it can get all over the place so don't visit wearing your new Armani suit or anything!!The banana shake is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy, yummy. This place makes me miss San Jose.The falafel salad is the perfect vehicle if you don't feel like eating pita. Add a spot of hot sauce and go straight to food heaven.
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is the spot! I saw it featured on the food network. I also heard about it from friends. The banana shake was so-so.. but the falafel sandwich was bomb-diggity!! I want some right now as a...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I thought that falafel was pretty good but it definitely needed the sauce because without it I thought it was kind of bland. Also the banana shake is a definite must have. Unfortunately I'm somewhat...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I would say 3.5, but the banana shake pushes it to 4!Any time I have a need to eat something relatively healthy you cant beat this place. Dont go to this place other then the rush periods or the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone kept telling me about Falafel's Drive In and how great it was so I gave it a try for the first time last summer and I must say I liked it. Its not amazing food. Its not exquisite fine...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This drive-in was featured on Food Network which prompted me to have lunch there this past weekend. Living in the city I would have never frequented Falafel if my husband and I weren't shopping at...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I used to love this place. Well and truly I did. But the prices have steadily risen while the quality has steadily dropped. It's now not quite the magical culinary experience it used to be.The last...
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love it. The place doesn't look like much but there is always a line. I have actually only ordered the lamb, chicken and combo swarma plates. I highly recommend this!
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sure. We came because bro man Guy Fieri told us to.As much as I want to punch his blonde spikes off his skull, the man hosts a show with great food. And he's awfully personable on screen.So off we...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really yummy falafel's and Gyro's too! My husband really loved the banana shake! Manager is super nice as well. My 3 year old spilt a chocolate shake and he gave us a new one. I thought that was...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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After watching The Food Network, we drove up and found heaven in a pita. Great food, great banana shake ... very quick service, easy to find ... though there is not a lot of parking. Definitely worth the wait.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty decent place to get a quick but good falafel sandwich. My boyfriend and I each ordered one and a side of hummus and pita. It was delicious. What got me about this place was how many falafels...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
So I finally decided to try this place for the following reasons:- Conveniently located blocks away from my work.- Vegetarian friendly [as my fellow v-heads know, places like that are hard to find]-...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Been loving this place for years! And so now I divulge my special secret...get the shake, but get a pineapple and orange mix. It's heaven in a styrofoam cup. Oh, if only they could switch to some...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There is a ton of hype surrounding it, so I was truly hoping I wouldn't be disappointed. I ended up really liking this place!When you're driving on W. San Carlos pay attention, because I glanced the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A co-worker recommended this place and we frequently went when we had cravings for their falafel sandwich. The falafel balls are cooked very expertly, very crunchy on the outside and very most/soft...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I stopped by the falafel drive in for a mid afternoon snack after hearing so much about it on yelp. The experience was fair. It is definitely one of those places that looks very run down. But I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not sure I understand all the hype.The falafel was okay, but it was lacking sauce, so I began repeatedly asking for more ketchup. It'd be nice if they had it sitting out with the napkins.And...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place is pretty good & it's so cheap!remember when you get there, parking will be a bit difficult as they have the tiniest parking lot (however there's street parking), & if you go during lunch...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Review for gyros ONLY!!Yes, I must give this place only 2 stars. Do I save myself by saying that this review is for gyros only? I feel a bit bad about giving this institution 2 stars, but my gyro...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Simple, delicious goodness!! Don't be put off by the usual line of people. The staff have the ordering process down so the wait is never bad and food is prepared quickly. Falafel sandwiches are...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We arrived at about 2:30pm Saturday afternoon for lunch. There was a line of folks ordering and only a couple of empty tables outside. They move the line along quickly and the order comes out in...
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know what real or traditionally good falafel is supposed to taste like, but I love these the best. The only reason I ever order falafel at other restaurants is because I'm hoping it will...
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this is absolutly the best falafel's that i' ve ever had. It's a great place simple, complete focus is on the food. If you haven't tried the pita chips give them a try next time.
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. The falafel is to die for. It makes a big mess. I inevitably have a falafel blow out because the pita is sure to rip. I carefully pick all the little falafel droppings off my plate...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
awful. awful. i can't understand these bay-area obsessions that aren't based in quality at all. the falafel drive inn is a quintessential example of this. no one at my table was able to eat this thing...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 stars!This place is great! The small falafel sandwich fills me up. It can get messy because they put the sauces on top, and sometimes the pita starts tearing on the bottom. The line is long at...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
this place always give me that sense of feeling that i know how to enjoy life. hahahabesides that...yes love food! and the owner is such an adorable old man
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best way to avoid McDonald's! Best fast food in San Jose. Would like to see more on the menu.
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My brother in San Jose lives a few blocks from this falafel stand. I went there in the '90's with him and it was friggin' awesome. I went there on my last visit in mid October of 2007 and it was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
we've came up to this place once and glanced at the menu, it wasn't all that appealing, so we left. falafel striked me as health food. for vegetarian folks. i'm a carnivore. meat meat meat. i give it...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's a must for anyone in San Jose to come here. The falafel and banana shake special is ideal and will definitely fill you up. Sometimes they will even let you get a different shake if you don't like...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food networks makes this place a landmark in San Jose. The service is so fast that my friend almost got a panic attack while placing the order(you better know what you want when it's your turn to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is like a legacy. People I meet have been going here since they were yea big. My boyfriend opened my world to Falafels. He said that this was the best place in the Bay Area to order...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
VERY FRESH FOOD AND FRIENDLY SERVICE. I had the special, which is a falafel and a banana shake. The falafel was good, not spectacular, but still good. I was a little skeptical about the banana...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best Falafel I've ever had! We were craving Mediterranean and remembered that Falafel's drive in was featured in Food TV a couple of days ago. We are so happy we decided to take a field trip here....
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The best falafel I've had so far. Cooked very well, crispy on the outside, moist and hot in the middle. Can't go wrong there! The seasoning is perfect and the various combinations you can get it in...
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OK... I ate the first falafel in my life here at this place back in the '70's.. at the dawn of disco. In the intervening decades, no other falafel place that I have *ever* tried *anywhere* else has...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
BANANA shakes! I love banana flavored candy, banana flavored gum, banana flavored everything except the actual banana fruit. It wasn't too sweet nor was it too bland. It was perfect IMO.I wouldn't say...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
2nd visit:I was concerned with the wait because there were six people in line, but I checked the "pick up" window and there was two people waiting. I figure that wouldn't be too bad. I ordered the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
yummy balls!
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The good: - everything I've had here has been good (pita chips, falafel, etc.) - good pricesThe bad: - seating is pretty uncomfortable - usually a long line, especially on Fridays
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First of all, I don't get the name. It's not a drive-in since I had to find street parking. Anyhow, I ordered the small falafel sandwich, a generous size with 4 flavorful, falafel balls. I have no...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It's OK. I think the food I've had at real restaurants has been better.
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Falafel's Drive In was reviewed on the Food Network's "Diners, Drive Ins and Dives". Falafel's really doesn't fall under any of those categories. It could possibly be a Dive, but it is just too...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was very charmed by this place and thoroughly enjoyed my gyro sandwich and fresh banana shake. The boy and I got an extra side of falafels (25 cents each!) and couldn't decide which sauce we liked...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My family and I love eating at this place-the falafels are freshly made and so delicious especially with the spicy sauce on the side. My husband loves the banana milkshake and both my daughter and I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely LOVE falafel drive in. The falafel is very tasty, especially if you ask for some extra sauce. And the banana shake is great! Try the pita chips and the onion rings.I was very pleased......
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
What the hell is a falafel?? I don't know, but they are frikkin' delicious at this location!! Seriously, get a falafel sandwich and a banana smoothie. What, a banana smoothie? For some odd reason, it...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is probably the best falafel in the South Bay. The lgr falafel combo comes with a Banana Milk Shake for $7 and is a pretty good deal. This thin pita is stuffed with about 3-4 falafels, ice berg...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So Omid, Ed and I happen to find ourselves in the south bay...what should we have for lunch? Duh! Balls.
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! The ONLY place I'll go for a falafel, onion rings, pita chips and 2 banana shakes during lunch! LOL Yes, I eat all of that. And Yes, I have a stomach ache after. Haha. But it's...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's good. It's cheap. It's fast!The Hummus is fantastic. Not spicy on it's own, but with the tangy red sauce...yum-o. The falafel balls are just right, crispy and soft.They know the importance of...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I love the whole concept of this place...you just walk up and order and grab a table outside to grub. The menu is pretty random: hummus, falafels, milkshakes, hamburgers, onion rings, etc. I had a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One large falafel, and a banana shake please. Uhh.. that'll be to go (I'm lactose intolerant).
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great falafels, fries, and shakes (chocolate is my preference). Parking is almost nonexistent but usually you can find a spot along the street. I'd be interested in trying whatever else they have on...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think ... despite the terribly wacky parking, long lines, and abundance of people (I believe that man created this wonderful concoction called deodorant -- please, use it, worship it), I am still...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty Good, although I had trouble eating my chicken gyro, it was somewhat messy. There are a lot of people during lunch time, so finding a seat might be hard, but well worth it. The food was cheap,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2007
