Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Bite, Flor de Sol and Miriam Street Food, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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New York City's Cheap Falafel Destinations
New York City is home to an incredible array of affordable falafel spots that prove you do not need to spend a fortune for a satisfying, authentic meal. This collection spans the city to highlight diverse flavors ranging from traditional Middle Eastern and Mediterranean staples to unique Greek and American-influenced takes on the classic chickpea fritter. Whether you are grabbing a quick pita from Shah's Halal Food, enjoying the fresh recipes at Miriam Street Food, or stopping by greek town Gyros, these budget-friendly destinations offer everything from kosher specialties to casual seafood pairings. From the bustling counters of Falafel on Broadway to the cozy atmosphere of Ba‘al Cafe, these eateries provide high-quality, delicious options for every diner on the go.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Falafel in New York City | Top Cheap Spots
- Bite · rated 5/5: American.
- Flor de Sol · rated 5/5: Spanish.
- Miriam Street Food · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Dayi'nin Yeri · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Mesiba · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Nili · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Laila · rated 4.8/5: Middle Eastern.
- Mazzat · rated 4.8/5: Mediterranean.
- greek town Gyros · rated 4.8/5: Greek.
- Riva Mediterranean & Turkish Cuisine · rated 4.8/5: Mediterranean.
- Shah's Halal Food · rated 4.7/5: Middle Eastern.
- Olympia Pita · rated 4.7/5: Mediterranean.
- Miss Ada · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- Boutros · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- Shawarma Mia · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- Ba‘al Cafe & Falafel · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- 19 Cleveland · rated 4.5/5: Mediterranean.
- Hummus Elite · rated 4.5/5: Mediterranean.
- Pahal Zan Kosher Falafel · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Lebanese Eatery · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Ela Greek Kitchen · rated 4.5/5: Greek.
- ROKA Modern Mediterranean · rated 4.5/5: Mediterranean.
- Oasis · rated 4.5/5: Mediterranean.
- Falafel on Broadway · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Miriam Street Food · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Balade · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Taïm · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Taboonette · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Stefano's Mediterranean Grill · rated 4.4/5: Mediterranean.
- Lashevet · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
