Vegan-friendly
Mediterranean
Fast food
Take-out
Middle Eastern
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Serves falafel sandwiches and bowls for a cause. All sides are vegan except cucumber salad. Red sauce, mazbout and garlic sauces are vegan. See webpage for mission info. Reported to offer meat March 2024. Open Mon-Thu 11:30am-8:00pm, Fri-Sat 12:00pm-9:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-8:00pm.
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1140 Maine Ave Southwest, Washington, District Of Columbia, USA, 20024
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24 Reviews
First Review by steveveg
BegümCeren
Points +169
Excellent Vegan Shawarma and Zaatar Fries - Edit
I live nearby and have been eating from this place for several years. It is delicious, light and affordable! I love it!
Read morePros: Quality of Ingredients , Affordable Prices, Delicious food
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madcityvegan
Points +104
Affordable falafel and vegan shawarma - Edit
While visiting DC my kids and I ate here twice because it was such a great place.
Read moreHad the falafel pita, vegan beef shawarma rice bowl, za’atar fries and falafel salad.
Super reasonable prices for freshly prepared food and friendly staff despite the busy lunch crowd.
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Thisby1
Points +681
Delicious and unique flavors - Edit
The vegan shawarma sandwich was so flavorful and overflowing. The zatar fries were perfectly crispy and do flavorful. The falafel side was tasty, but it wasn’t the best falafel I’ve ever had. It was nice having a couple of animal-free dips. We wish there was indoor eating since it was cold. We wish the restaurant was all vegan. It was a good option, though, for when visiting the Spy Museum.
Read morePros: Flavors, Service , Prices
Cons: No indoor seating , Not all vegan
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brianbbrooks
Points +91
amazing vegan shawarma - Edit
the vegan shawarma is outstanding and super delicious
Read morePros: affordable , fast service , delish
Cons: not open late night
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Tmoss682
Points +3996
Affordable Vegan Food - Edit
Falafel Inc. offers affordable vegan fare in the heart of the city. I ordered the Falafel Bowl. The sauces were great, the falafel crunched around the edges and melted in your mouth, and the red cabbage added a nice balance of veggies. I also appreciated the healthier option after seeing nothing but Beyond Burgers on other menus. Check this place out if you’re bopping around the Harbor, seeing a Nationals game, or Museum hopping.
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ShaneMcDaniel
Points +1860
Fast and delicious - Edit
Great flavorful options. The schwarma texture is great too
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-07-10
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arob
Points +82
The best - Edit
Stayed in the area for a month and ate a falafel sandwich here almost every day. Delicious, fast, and affordable. And the staff are very nice.
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TylerDeidrick
Points +53
Good and quick - Edit
Incredibly quick (probably because they only have like 4 menu options) and tastes great. Love the simplicity of just saying I want a bowl with hummus and not having to run down a line with options.
Read morePros: Fast and cheap, Simple menu, Sauces
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minthin
Points +909
$5 falafel? C’mon - Edit
This has got to be one of the most inexpensive meals in DC. Yet, they somehow manage to donate proceeds to refugees ❤️ It’s not like Amsterdam Falafel (RIP) where you get a buffet of salads to add to your pita, but where Falafel Inc shines is with a buffet of sauces. Everything is plant-based here except for three of the six sauces. It’s awesome that they added the Shawarma to the menu. The sandwich has polarized people a bit, but I think the difference tends to fall on lines of whether people are into plant-based meat or whole foods.  Frankly, I think the Shawarma is rich and full of flavor; I love getting it. Given that The Wharf doesn’t yet have a dazzling array of veg meals, Falafel Inc is an easy option when in the vicinity.
Read morePros: Cheapest meal in DC?, Falafel or plant based shawarma, Add your own sauces
Cons: No indoor seating but there are tables outside, Next to the seafood wet market : ( , At the end of the Wharf, so it can be a walk
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JonesLeFae
Points +62
Vegan Shawarma on the wharf - Edit
The vegan Shawarma was delicious! I’ve never had Shawarma before so I can’t compare but it was nice to try something new. Very affordable too! A falafel sandwich is only $5! Order and enjoy on the wharf.
Read morePros: Most items are vegan , Extremely affordable , On the wharf
Cons: No indoor seating , Not all sauces are vegan , Zataar fries are delicious but very salty
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LJVegan
Points +3118
Tasty. - Edit
It's really difficult to find parking at times but the food is so tasty. I love the za'atar fries and the garlic sauce.
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Purposely_Vegan
Points +2241
Easy and affordable - Edit
Not the best falafel ever but good enough! Fairly priced and realistic meat alternatives in the shawarma
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saturnhp
Points +740
Great Sandwich - Edit
Affordable and delicious! Quick service as well.
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LookingForAdventure
Points +283
Divine Falafals & Sandwiches - Edit
Delicious falafals and meat alternative sandwiches. Love that this place is vegan, well priced and serves a cause!
Read moreDefinitely a must if you’re visiting DC!
Pros: All vegan, Good cause, Well priced
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MattChester
Points +3010
Delicious and accessible - Edit
Loved the falafel for years, but the vegan shawarma is the new cherry on top!
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drquayle
Points +738
Wow - Edit
Everything I tried (except the extra pita) was top notch. Really amazing falafel. The prices will forever make me sad when I get good vegan food elsewhere. $4 for a falafel sandwich is amazing ❤️
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nhoang
Points +84
inexpensive and delicious! - Edit
i got the vegan shawarma and it was very yummy :)) the sauces were tasty, the vegetables were fresh, and the mock meat was cooked to perfection! i don't think anything on the menu exceeds $5, and the portion sizes are great! will definitely return
Read morefalafel inc is partnered with the WFP, feeding refugees in need!!!
Updated from previous review on 2022-03-23
Pros: Almost completely vegan menu, Affordable, Partnered with the WFP
Cons: No indoor eating, crowded; small takeout place
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elixmia
Points +91
Tasty and Cheap! - Edit
My partner and I were passing through DC, doing the tourist thing, and stumbled on this small restaurant at the wharf. It was exactly what we were looking for: cheap falafel. We both had falafel bowls, which were $4 each. Great price and very nice food, with lots of sauce options. This location does takeaway with standing table options outside, which is wonderful if you have nice weather. The restaurant was packed with people waiting for their orders and waiting to place an order. There were only two people on staff so it did take a bit of time to get our food. That being said, I definitely recommend it.
Read morePros: Good value., Tasty food., Friendly staff.
Cons: Long waits due to shortage of staff.
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YasminBehar
Points +1220
Good falafel - Edit
Options in DC were really lacking, but you can always count on falafel. Not the best I’ve bad (considering I come from the middle east) but it’s a good and cheap option!
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kmau_
Points +1143
10 stars. 20 stars. All the stars! - Edit
The vegan shawarmas is AMAZING. I can’t stress enough how much I want to eat the vegan shawarma pita 🥙 every day. The prices are excellent, especially for the area. Service is good. Food is perfect for a quick bite while walking around DC.
Read moreQuite honestly, the only thing I would change is to make the place fully vegan. 100% would recommend to vegan and meat eater alike.
Pros: Great prices, Delicious food, Unique (vegan shawarma!)
Cons: None.
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Dana_C
Points +20
Amazing Shawarma - Edit
If I lived nearby I would eat here daily. The vegan shawarma is seriously the best thing I have had in DC. So good. So cheap.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Vegan shawarma, Ridiculously good
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Mimjy
Points +249
So Cheap, so delicious - Edit
It's $4 for a falafel salad, and it's a legitimate portion size. $3 for the falafel pita. How is this profitable? Idk, but I won't complain. The falafels are seasoned to perfection and the salad is quite good. You may not be able to find a better falafel in DC, and you certainly won't find a better price. This place is bomb!
Read morePros: So Cheap, amazingly seasoned falafels
Cons: I almost feel bad that the price is so cheap
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LamarMcClain
Points +83
Great falafel - Edit
Fresh falafel made from scratch at an extremely reasonable price. Parking is scarce but the ambiance of the Warf makes it worth the trip.
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steveveg
Points +2666
Good falafel - Edit
We had a very good falafel sandwich, and a generous side order of fries. The place is essentially take-out only. There is a counter to stand by, and it is possible to eat there, but it is limited. There is plenty of outdoor seating nearby, some with water views.
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