Falafel Plant: Fresh and Flavorful Mediterranean Cuisine in NYC

Falafel Plant Introduce

Introduction / Overview

In a city with countless dining options, finding a place that combines truly fresh ingredients with a unique and healthy menu can feel like a rare find. Falafel Plant, nestled within the bustling TurnStyle Underground Market, is exactly that kind of hidden gem. This Mediterranean eatery has quickly become a local favorite for its unwavering commitment to plant-based, flavorful, and high-quality food. It's a spot where every dish, from the signature falafel to the creamy hummus, is made with care and a focus on natural, wholesome ingredients.

Falafel Plant distinguishes itself by specializing in an all-vegetarian and mostly vegan menu, proving that plant-based food can be both delicious and satisfying. The menu is a celebration of classic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors, featuring everything from traditional falafel and sabich sandwiches to innovative dishes like Cauliflower Shawarma and Malawach. A reviewer's comment sums it up perfectly: "Hands down best falafel and hummus I’ve tried in the city!" This kind of praise is a testament to the restaurant's dedication to quality and taste.

What truly sets Falafel Plant apart is the freshness and care that goes into every order. Customer reviews repeatedly highlight the freshness of the ingredients and the lack of greasiness, which can be a common issue with fried food. The falafel is described as "fresh and soft," while the hummus is noted as "divine." The deliciousness extends to their more unique items, with a customer calling the vegan kibbeh "so light and delicious" and praising the "outrageous" mint lemonade. This focus on making every component outstanding, from the main dishes to the sides and drinks, ensures a consistently excellent dining experience.

Location and Accessibility

Falafel Plant is located in a unique and convenient spot: TurnStyle Underground Market #21, at 1000S 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA. This location places it directly in the subway passage connecting Columbus Circle and 57th Street, making it a perfect stop for commuters, tourists, and locals alike. Its position within the market provides a vibrant, casual atmosphere, and its accessibility is unmatched for anyone traveling by public transit.

The restaurant's location in the underground market makes it extremely easy to access for anyone using the subway. The Columbus Circle station is a major hub served by the A, B, C, D, and 1 lines, providing a direct link to a vast network of the city's public transportation. This makes grabbing a quick, healthy meal on the way to or from work, or while exploring Midtown, incredibly convenient.

The market itself is designed for ease of use, and Falafel Plant is equipped to handle a fast-paced environment. It offers a variety of service options, including dine-in, takeout, delivery, and even curbside pickup. The establishment is also wheelchair accessible, ensuring that everyone can enjoy its delicious offerings. The counter service style is efficient, and a customer review highlighted the owner, Karen, for being "the friendliest and made our experience so enjoyable," proving that a friendly face is a key part of the experience.

Services Offered

Dine-in and Curbside Pickup: Enjoy your meal at the casual seating area within the market or opt for the convenient curbside pickup service.
No-contact Delivery and Delivery: Get your food brought to you with reliable delivery options for a comfortable at-home meal.
Takeout: A quick and easy option for those on the go, allowing you to grab a healthy meal and continue with your day.
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, and Catering: Falafel Plant serves its fresh, healthy menu throughout the day and offers catering options for groups and events.
Counter Service: The fast and efficient counter service ensures a quick and seamless ordering process.

Features / Highlights

Unmatched Freshness: The core feature of Falafel Plant is the superior freshness of its food, from the falafel to the hummus and salads.
All-Vegan and Vegetarian Menu: The restaurant offers a 100% plant-based menu, making it a top destination for those seeking vegan and vegetarian options.
Unique and Healthy Dishes: Falafel Plant goes beyond the basics with creative and healthy menu items like Air Fried Falafel, Sabich, and Cauliflower Shawarma.
Standout Sides and Drinks: The Za'atar Fries, creamy hummus, and refreshing Limonana (mint lemonade) are highly praised and worth a try.
Friendly Staff and Owners: The warm and welcoming service, particularly from owner Karen, is a frequent highlight in customer reviews.
Casual and Cozy Atmosphere: The setting is laid-back and perfect for a quick bite or a casual meal with friends.

Contact Information

Address: TurnStyle Underground Market #21 The Underground Market, 1000S 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA

Phone: (725) 325-2335

What is worth choosing

At Falafel Plant, the menu is filled with exceptional choices, but a few items stand out as must-tries for both newcomers and regulars. The most iconic item is, of course, the Falafel, which a customer described as "fresh and soft." Whether you order it in a Falafel Sandwich or a Falafel Hummus Bowl, you'll be treated to a non-greasy, flavorful, and satisfying experience. For a healthier take on a classic, the Air Fried Falafel Sandwich is a highly recommended choice, praised for its fresh, wholesome taste.

Beyond the signature falafel, the Hummus Bowls are a fantastic option. The Hummus Sabich Bowl, with its blend of falafel, fresh eggplant, and tahini, is a perfect combination of textures and flavors. A reviewer called the combination of the falafel bowl with eggplant "outstanding." The Sabich Sandwich is a great choice as well, featuring crispy eggplant and fresh ingredients that make for a hearty and memorable meal.

The appetizers and sides are just as impressive as the main dishes. Don’t miss out on the Chickpea Mushroom Sambusak or the Middle Eastern Cigars for a unique start to your meal. The Falafel Donuts, topped with a chocolate tahini glaze and pistachio crunch, are a truly innovative and delightful dessert that will "blow your mind." And as multiple reviews confirm, the Limonana (mint lemonade) is "so tasty" that it's worth a visit on its own.

Ultimately, what's most worth choosing at Falafel Plant is the peace of mind that comes with knowing you're getting a truly fresh, healthy, and delicious meal. The combination of classic Mediterranean flavors with a modern, plant-based twist, all delivered with warm and friendly service, makes this spot a true standout in the New York City dining scene.

Falafel Plant Vibe

Falafel Plant - Pita Sandwiches
Falafel Sandwich $12.00
Crispy patties made from Chickpeas and Herbs served with Mediterranean and Cabbage Salad, Hummus, Tahini, and Sauce of your choice.
Sabich Sandwich $12.00
Crispy eggplant slices are served with a hard-boiled egg, Mediterranean salad, hummus, tahini, pickles, Amba, and Sauce of your Choice.
Cauliflower Shawarma Sandwich $12.00
Roasted cauliflower in our Za'atar spice blend, served with Mediterranean and Cabbage salads, Hummus, Pickles, drizzled with tangy Tahini and extra Sauce of your choice .
Vegan Shawarma Wrap $14.40
Plant based , mouthwatering shawarma in a wrap, served with fries and your choice of sauce .
Air Fried Falafel Sandwich $13.80
Crispy patties air fried with a spritz of olive oil , made from Chickpeas and Herbs served with Mediterranean and Cabbage Salad, Hummus, Tahini, and Sauce of your choice.

Falafel Plant - Hummus Bowls
Hummus Original Bowl $12.60
Our creamiest Hummus served with Warm Chickpeas, Parsley, Tahini, and Zhug (Cilantro Jalapeno sauce) comes with Pita Bread and your choice of Sauce
Hummus Falafel Bowl $14.40
Our Handcrafted Falafel is served on top of our creamiest Hummus, Warm Chickpeas, Mediterranean and Cabbage Salad, Sumac Onions, Tahini, Pita Bread, and your choice of Sauce.
Hummus Sabich Bowl $14.40
Crispy Eggplant, Hard-Boiled Egg, Creamy Hummus, Warm Chickpeas, Mediterranean Salad, Cabbage Salad, Tahini, Pickles, Sumac Onions and Amba sauce.
Hummus Cauliflower Shawarma $14.40
Roasted Cauliflower in our signature Za'atar Spice blend, served on top of our creamiest Hummus, Tahini, Warm Chickpeas, Sumac Onions, and Mediterranean and Cabbage Salad.
Ful Mudammas Egyptian Fava $15.60
The OG! Warm Fava Beans served over our Handcrafted Hummus, Hard Boiled Egg, Onion, Tahini,Parsley and Pickles
Hummus Air Fried- Falafel Bowl $17.25
Our Handcrafted Falafel is Air -Fried with a spritz of Avocado oil , served on top of our creamiest Hummus, Warm Chickpeas, Mediterranean and Cabbage Salad, Sumac Onions, Tahini, Pita Bread, and your choice of Sauce.

Falafel Plant - Plant-Based Salads
Falafel Plant Harvest Salad $15.60
Roasted Cauliflower, Beets, Shredded Cabbage,Quinoa, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Tahini Lemon Dressing
Fattoush Salad $15.60
Traditional Lebanese salad includes Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, radish, toasted pita, mint, and Pomegranate Sumac vinaigrette.
Mediterranean Salad $15.00
Chopped Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Bell Peppers, Chickpeas, Sumac Onions, Lemon Olive Oil Dressing.
Tabbouleh $13.20
This nutrient-rich salad dates back thousands of years to the ancient Middle East. It is prepared with the freshest herbs, diced tomatoes, cucumber, bulgur wheat, lemon, and mint dressing.
The Spring Fling Salad $17.25
Arugula, Quinoa, Mango, Avocado, and Chickpeas, served with our Citrus Olive oil dressing.

Falafel Plant - Appetizers
Chickpea Mushroom Sambusak $7.20
Crispy golden baked Middle Eastern turnovers filled with chickpeas.Your choice of sauce. 3 Pieces
Veggie Pastel $7.20
Crispy, golden pastry filled with creamy, spiced potatoes, onions, and herbs. Served with a sauce of your choice. 3 pieces
Middle Eastern Cigars $7.20
Crispy, flaky pastry cigars filled with spiced, herbed and sautéed plant-based ingredients, served with a sauce of your choice. 4 pieces
Falafel Donuts $13.80
Our signature donut-shaped falafel, finished with a drizzle of Chocolate Maple Tahini glaze and a sprinkling of pistachio crunch. 3 pieces.
Dolma - Stuffed Grape Leaves $5.75
Grape leaves stuffed with herbed rice and a squeeze of lemon
Kibbeh $14.95
Crispy, golden exterior gives way to a flavorful, plant-based filling made with sautéed bulgur, spices, nuts,and herbs. Served with a side of creamy hummus and tahini sauce for dipping. 4 pieces

Falafel Plant - Sides
French Fries $7.20
Crispy, golden fries seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices.
Za'atar Fries $7.80
Crispy fries dusted with our signature Za'atar spice.
Hummus $6.00
6 ounce container
Tahini $6.00
6 ounces
Tabbouleh $7.20
6 ounce container
Falafel $5.40
Crispy patties made from Chickpeas, and fresh herbs, served with a side of Tahini. 5 pcs
Waffle Fries $9.20

Falafel Plant - Sweet Tooth
Malabi $8.40
Dairy-free rose water sweet milk pudding topped with shredded coconut.
Baklava $3.60
Layered filo pastry filled with nuts and honey
Baklava (Copy) $6.90
Layered filo pastry filled with nuts and honey
Halva $9.20
Halva is a rich, dense, and sweet dessert made from ground sesame seeds . It has a crumbly texture and nutty flavor, topped pistachios. Our halva is a traditional treat with a unique taste and satisfying crunch.
Dubai Chocolate Shake $10.35

Falafel Plant - Drinks
Limonana $6.00
Fresh Mint Lemonade
Coke $3.60
12 ounce bottle
Saratoga Water $3.60
Glass Bottled Drinks (Large) $5.75
Carbonated soda in a large glass bottle.
Glass Bottled Drinks (Med) $4.60
Classic carbonated soda in a glass bottle.
Canned San Pellegrino $3.45
Rose Petal Tea Lemonade $5.75
Infusion of Rose Petal Tea and Lemonade
Bubbly All Flavors $4.01
A variety of sparkling water flavors including orange, cherry, lime, strawberry, apple, mango, grapefruit, and lemon, each with natural flavors.
Poland Spring (23 Ounce ) $3.45
Water ( 16 Ounce ) $2.30
Spindrift Various Flavors $3.45

Falafel Plant - Sauces
Zhug $0.00
Harissa $0.00
Amba $0.00
Tangy mango sauce with a blend of spices, offering a rich and savory flavor typical of Mediterranean cuisine.

Falafel Plant - Middle Eastern Specialty
Malawach $14.40
Flaky Yemenite flatbread served with hard-boiled eggs, fresh cilantro, and a spicy red chili pepper.
Potato Bourekas $13.80
Crispy, flaky pastry filled with a savory blend of mashed potatoes, onions, and spices. Served warm, with a hard boiled and side of chopped Mediterranean salad .
Crispy Shawarma Roll Platter. Includes Hummus, Cabbage Salad, And Fries $20.70

Falafel Plant - Bread
Pita $0.00
Soft, round bread available in small, large, or laffa sizes.
Pita Bread Large $0.00

Falafel Plant - Platters - Serves 8-10 People
Falafel Hummus Platter $156.40
Our handcrafted falafel set on top of our creamiest hummus, red cabbage, Mediterranean salads, chickpeas, sumac onions, pickles, side of tahini, harissa, jalapeno cilantro sauces, and pita bread.
Cauliflower Hummus Platter $167.90
Roasted cauliflower in our signature Za'atar spice blend, drizzled with tahini sauce, served on top of our creamy hummus, red cabbage and Mediterranean salad, chickpeas, sumac onions, pickles, side of tahini, harissa, and lime jalapeno sauces and pita bread.
Sabich Platter $167.90
Crispy eggplant, hardboiled egg, sliced potato, served on top of our creamy hummus, red cabbage salad, Mediterranean salad, pickles, drizzled with (or on the side) Amba sauce (pickled mango), sides of tahini, jalapeno cilantro and harissa sauce, pita bread.

Falafel Plant - Appetizers
Mezze Platter $52.90
24-piece assortment of our mouthwatering Middle Eastern appetizers, including Kibbeh, Moroccan cigars, and Potato Borekas.

Falafel Plant - Pita Sandwiches
Cauliflour Shawarma Pita $74.75
12 mini pita sandwiches stuffed with our roasted Zaatar cauliflower shawarma , hummus, Mediterranean salads, tahini and pickles.
Falafel Pita Sandwich $67.85
12 mini pita sandwiches stuffed with falafel, hummus, cabbage and Mediterranean salads , pickles and drizzled with tahini or on the side.
Sabich Pita Sandwich $74.75
12 Mini pita sandwiches. Pita filled with crispy eggplant slices, hard-boiled egg, potato slice, Mediterranean and cabbage salad, hummus, tahini, Amba sauce, a side of harissa, and cilantro jalapeno sauce.

Falafel Plant - Platters - Serves 8-10 People
Falafel Hummus Platter $187.68
Our handcrafted falafel set on top of our creamiest hummus, red cabbage, Mediterranean salads, chickpeas, sumac onions, pickles, side of tahini, harissa, jalapeno cilantro sauces, and pita bread.
Cauliflower Hummus Platter $201.48
Roasted cauliflower in our signature Za'atar spice blend, drizzled with tahini sauce, served on top of our creamy hummus, red cabbage and Mediterranean salad, chickpeas, sumac onions, pickles, side of tahini, harissa, and lime jalapeno sauces and pita bread.
Sabich Platter * $201.48
Crispy eggplant, hardboiled egg, sliced potato, served on top of our creamy hummus, red cabbage salad, Mediterranean salad, pickles, drizzled with (or on the side) Amba sauce (pickled mango), sides of tahini, jalapeno cilantro and harissa sauce, pita bread.

Falafel Plant - Pita Sandwiches
Cauliflour Shawarma Pita $89.70
12 mini pita sandwiches stuffed with our roasted Zaatar cauliflower shawarma , hummus, Mediterranean salads, tahini and pickles.
Falafel Pita Sandwich $81.42
12 mini pita sandwiches stuffed with falafel, hummus, cabbage and Mediterranean salads , pickles and drizzled with tahini or on the side.
Sabich Pita Sandwich $89.70
12 Mini pita sandwiches. Pita filled with crispy eggplant slices, hard-boiled egg, potato slice, Mediterranean and cabbage salad, hummus, tahini, Amba sauce, a side of harissa, and cilantro jalapeno sauce.

Falafel Plant Details

Service options
Curbside pickup
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Takeout
Dine-in

Popular for
Lunch
Solo dining

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings
Comfort food
Healthy options
Quick bite
Vegan options
Vegetarian options

Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Catering
Counter service
Dessert
Seating

Atmosphere
Casual

Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards

Children
Good for kids

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Falafel Plant Location

Falafel Plant

New York New York County New York 8th Avenue

TurnStyle Underground Market #21 The Underground Market, 1000S 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA

Falafel Plant Reviews

An average rating of ★4.9 from 97 user reviews.

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Ive been here a few times and its delicious and fresh eveytime. Wow. The mint lemonade 👌 was so tasty that my friend went in and ordered one after she trued mine. Ive never had a vegan kibbah. So light and delicious 😋. Outrageous, that's how good. The hummus tastes devine. Soft pita. The falafel bowl with eggplant and sabrich is outstanding. The falafel is fresh and soft. The eggplant sweet. Nothing greasy. The halva is soft and fresh. The Pistachio crunch gold dusted falafel donugut is 😋 yummy. The chocolate tahini topping blew my mind. Everything fresh. Great staff.
May 07 · Anna H
Hands down best falafel and hummus I’ve tried in the city! Freshly made and so good. Menu is vegetarian with mostly vegan options.I tried the falafel hummus bowl, kibbeh, falafel donuts, and mint lemonade! Everything was super tasty, my favorite was the air fried falafel and kibbeh with hummus. Highly recommend checking this place out for fresh vegan Mediterranean food. Also Karen the owner is the friendliest and made our experience so enjoyable!
April 08 · Maggie Bichon
I’m vegan and always on the lookout for new spots in the city so I’m so glad I found Falafel Plant! I recently learned they’re Vegan Friendly certified, which is always a great sign, and they absolutely lived up to the hype.The menu is vegetarian and about 95% vegan, which makes it an awesome find if you’re plant-based. Everything is made fresh to order, so if you're in a rush, I recommend calling ahead or ordering online but it’s totally worth the short wait.I had the baked falafel pita sandwich, the falafel donuts (yes, falafels topped with chocolate syrup and pistachios, like if Dubai chocolate and a falafel had a delicious baby), and the hibiscus lemonade. My boyfriend tried the falafel donuts too and was pleasantly surprised. Neither of us had tried sweet falafel before but we both ended up loving it.The shop is small with no indoor seating, but there are a few tables just outside, and the vibe is perfect for a casual bite. It’s also super conveniently located right in the 59th Street Columbus Circle subway station.Karen, the owner, is incredibly nice and clearly passionate about what she’s built. There’s a huge variety of flavorful middle eastern dishes, and I’m already looking forward to coming back to try more.If you love Mediterranean food, or just good food in general, definitely check this place out!
August 01 · Raizzi Stein
I had Malabi yesterday and… wow.It was so good I totally lost control and had to grab another one — no regrets. 😂I even took it with me on my flight to Vegas and ate it mid-air… and honestly, that creamy, sweet deliciousness made the whole flight way more pleasant.Light, smooth, perfectly flavored — this dessert is on another level.If you haven’t tried Malabi yet, you’re seriously missing out.Highly recommended. 10/10. Would fly with it again. 🍮✈️
June 05 · Leo Vazza
The sabich is so delicious!! The space is very comfortable and trendy. Tasted so fresh and amazing. Happy to hear that they use avocado oil !! Wish more people knew about this place !!!!
April 08 · Raquel Dahan