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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...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2009
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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...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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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...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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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...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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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...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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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...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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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...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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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....
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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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...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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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...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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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...
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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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