Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Olympia Pita, Balade and Taboonette, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find cheap places for falafel in Union Square. Top-rated falafel spots at the right price.
Union Square's Cheap Falafel Destinations
Finding a budget-friendly meal in the heart of Union Square is easy with these standout Mediterranean spots known for their fresh and flavorful falafel. Whether you are grabbing a quick pita wrap or a nourishing veggie bowl, this collection highlights accessible eateries that prioritize quality ingredients without the high price tag. You can enjoy authentic Middle Eastern flavors at Olympia Pita or opt for a modern, vegetable-forward take on the classics at The Little Beet.
10 restaurants in Best Cheap Falafel in Union Square | Top Cheap Spots
- Olympia Pita · rated 4.7/5: Mediterranean.
- Balade · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Taboonette · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Au Za'atar · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Balade · rated 3/5: Middle Eastern.
- abcV · rated 3/5: Mediterranean.
- SHŌSH: Mediterranean.
- Au Za'atar: Middle Eastern.
- Barbounia: Mediterranean.
- The Little Beet: Mediterranean.
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.







