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NOW OPEN: Falafel Factory
posted by Drew Lazor
Meal Ticket dropped by the friends/fam of Falafel Factory (32 S. 18th st., between Chestnut and Market) last night for a peek at Rob Rimeris‘ quick-service chickpea-ball slinger. The all-veg, mostly-takeout operation, which we first noted in December, officially opened this morning. Rimeris offers a small menu of specialty falafels (get yer balls fried or baked), plus fries, hummus and veggie dip. Everything’s under 10 bucks. Their traditional falafel, featuring hummus, cukes, tomatoes, cabbage and a garlicky sauce, definitely got the job done, but it’s FF’s more irreverent varieties that will like catch the most attention. For example, check out the sweet/salty combo of the “Hawaiian,” packed with pineapple chunks, carrots, cabbage and a teriyaki sauce.
Falafel Factory is open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fair…it’s worth trying just to check out the 6 different types of sandwiches, but nothing to write home about. The sandwiches are on the small side and the layering of ingredients inside the pita could use some work – resulting in a very average falafel sandwich.
It doesn’t hold up against Bitar’s (http://www.bitars.com/) or Mama’s (http://www.mamasvegetarian.com/), but it’s a good around-the-corner-from-work vegetarian lunch option, at least in a crunch.
This falafel is the most delicate texture I’ve ever had – plump and light – Mama’s is dry – not FF (what’s your secret?). Love the combos – Greek was my favorite, my friend liked the BQ. I had a late lunch there today and it was a great value. Liked the clean atmosphere – nice addition to the neighborhood. Much success – I’ll be back.
Finally a satisfying meal with no guilt! I chose the healthy option. Never had a baked Falafel before, surprisingly fulfilling! I already have a craving…
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Definitely on the small side , Bitars and Mamas are both better, but I’ll only be back out of convenience
I had the Hawaiian with baked falafel and it was awesome–totally different than just a traditional fried falafel and a great healthy option for vegetarians…I’ll definitely be back!