Falafel is a delicious and popular Middle Eastern dish made with chickpeas, herbs, and spices. It’s a great option for a quick and healthy meal, and it’s perfect for a on-the-go snack. Manhattan is home to some legendary falafel spots. We asked our readers to nominate and vote for their favorites every year. This is who was voted best falafel in Manhattan.
2025: Manhattan Voted Mamoun’s Falafel Best Falafel!
Mamoun’s Falafel
119 Macdougal Street
(212) 674-8685 – mamounsfalafel.com
Rich in flavor and tradition, Mamoun’s Falafel proudly holds the title of 2025 winner for excellence in Falafel. As one of New York’s most beloved Middle Eastern eateries, it has built a legacy of authenticity since first opening its doors decades ago. Each falafel is freshly made with time-honored recipes, seasoned to perfection, and served with warm hospitality that keeps guests coming back for more. From crispy bites wrapped in soft pita to plates overflowing with hummus, tahini, and spice, every dish celebrates culture and craftsmanship. More than just a meal, it’s an experience that captures the heart of true street food heritage. Mamoun’s Falafel remains a timeless favorite for locals and visitors alike.
2024: Manhattan Voted Mamoun’s Falafel Best Falafel!
Mamoun’s Falafel
119 Macdougal St
(646) 870-5785 – mamouns.com
Ground chickpeas or fava beans, herbs and spices come together harmoniously in a tasty dish known as falafel. Since 1971, Mamoun’s Falafel has sold the deep-fried balls at its East Village shop, which is the oldest falafel restaurant in New York and one of the first Middle Eastern establishments in the United States. Mamoun’s built up a reputation for serving up authentic Middle Eastern cuisine in a traditional environment. Every dish is made from scratch, using fresh, natural ingredients, fine imported spices and Mamoun’s signature recipes. The restaurant’s falafel sandwiches are served inside pita bread with salad and tahini (sesame) sauce. Patrons can order Middle Eastern favorites like hummus, baba ganoush, shawarma and various meat kebabs. Finish off the meal with a sweet piece of baklava, knafeh or mabrumeh.
2023: Manhattan Voted Mamoun’s Falafel Best Falafel!
Mamoun’s Falafel
119 Macdougal St
Ground chickpeas or fava beans, herbs and spices come together harmoniously in a tasty dish known as falafel. Since 1971, Mamoun’s Falafel has sold the deep-fried balls at its East Village shop, which is the oldest falafel restaurant in New York and one of the first Middle Eastern establishments in the United States. Mamoun’s built up a reputation for serving up authentic Middle Eastern cuisine in a traditional environment. Every dish is made from scratch, using fresh, natural ingredients, fine imported spices and Mamoun’s signature recipes. The restaurant’s falafel sandwiches are served inside pita bread with salad and tahini (sesame) sauce. Patrons can order Middle Eastern favorites like hummus, baba ganoush, shawarma and various meat kebabs. Finish off the meal with a sweet piece of baklava, knafeh or mabrumeh.
2022: Manhattan Voted Mamoun’s Falafel Best Falafel!
Mamoun’s Falafel
119 Macdougal St
Ground chickpeas or fava beans, herbs and spices come together harmoniously in a tasty dish known as falafel. Since 1971, Mamoun’s Falafel has sold the deep-fried balls at its East Village shop, which is the oldest falafel restaurant in New York and one of the first Middle Eastern establishments in the United States. Mamoun’s built up a reputation for serving up authentic Middle Eastern cuisine in a traditional environment. Every dish is made from scratch, using fresh, natural ingredients, fine imported spices and Mamoun’s signature recipes. The restaurant’s falafel sandwiches are served inside pita bread with salad and tahini (sesame) sauce. Patrons can order Middle Eastern favorites like hummus, baba ganoush, shawarma and various meat kebabs. Finish off the meal with a sweet piece of baklava, knafeh or mabrumeh.
2021: Manhattan Voted Mamoun’s Falafel Best Falafel!
Mamoun’s Falafel
119 Macdougal St
www.mamouns.com
Ground chickpeas or fava beans, herbs and spices come together harmoniously in a tasty dish known as falafel. Since 1971, Mamoun’s Falafel has sold the deep-fried balls at its East Village shop, which is the oldest falafel restaurant in New York and one of the first Middle Eastern establishments in the United States. Mamoun’s built up a reputation for serving up authentic Middle Eastern cuisine in a traditional environment. Every dish is made from scratch, using fresh, natural ingredients, fine imported spices and Mamoun’s signature recipes. The restaurant’s falafel sandwiches are served inside pita bread with salad and tahini (sesame) sauce. Patrons can order Middle Eastern favorites like hummus, baba ganoush, shawarma and various meat kebabs. Finish off the meal with a sweet piece of baklava, knafeh or mabrumeh.
2020: Manhattan Voted Mamoun’s Falafel Best Falafel!
Mamoun’s Falafel
119 Macdougal St
www.mamouns.com
Ground chickpeas or fava beans, herbs and spices come together harmoniously in a tasty dish known as falafel. Since 1971, Mamoun’s Falafel has sold the deep-fried balls at its East Village shop, which is the oldest falafel restaurant in New York and one of the first Middle Eastern establishments in the United States. Mamoun’s built up a reputation for serving up authentic Middle Eastern cuisine in a traditional environment. Every dish is made from scratch, using fresh, natural ingredients, fine imported spices and Mamoun’s signature recipes. The restaurant’s falafel sandwiches are served inside pita bread with salad and tahini (sesame) sauce. Patrons can order Middle Eastern favorites like hummus, baba ganoush, shawarma and various meat kebabs. Finish off the meal with a sweet piece of baklava, knafeh or mabrumeh.
