Syrian family-run spot w/ 30yr history. Amazing falafel, grape leaves, eggplant, & baklava. Quick, cheap, & authentic.
This Middle Eastern eatery, a Syrian family establishment with a 30-year history, is a must-visit for authentic flavors. Diners rave about the freshly fried falafel, with particular praise for the falafel sandwich, grape leaves dipped in baba ghanoush, and the not-too-sweet baklava. Other standouts include the excellent eggplant and a highly recommended cauliflower sandwich, all offered at budget-friendly prices.
Specializing in Middle Eastern cuisine, this restaurant is celebrated for its falafel, often fried to order. Popular dishes include the falafel sandwich, grape leaves with baba ghanoush, eggplant, and cauliflower sandwiches. The baklava is also noted for being not too sweet, and the soups are described as great. It's frequently mentioned as a good, cheap eat.
"Highly recommended dishes include the falafel sandwich, grape leaves dipped in baba ghanoush, eggplant, and cauliflower sandwiches. The baklava is also noted as a good, not-too-sweet dessert."
Customers highly recommend this establishment for its authentic Middle Eastern cuisine, with particular praise for its falafel and other traditional dishes, often highlighting it as a great budget-friendly option.
"Rainbow Falafel is mentioned as a budget option with a falafel sandwich priced at $8."
Positive"The commenter tried Rainbow Falafel recently and found it to be a "good cheap eat" that they wished they had known about sooner."
Positive"Rainbow Falafel on E. 17th St is recommended as a place that fries falafel while you wait. The commenter also notes they have great soups and that it's a good cheap eat."
Positive"The cauliflower sandwich at Rainbow Falafel is also highly recommended."
Positive"Rainbow Falafel, located near Union Square, is praised for its excellent eggplant."
Positive"This commenter suggested Rainbow Falafel."
Positive"This commenter recommends Rainbow falafel for takeout, highlighting it as a Syrian family establishment with a 30-year history. They specifically praise the falafel sandwich, grape leaves dipped in baba ghanoush, and the not-too-sweet baklava."
Positive"The user recommends Rainbow Falafel."
Neutral"The user mentions Rainbow Falafel as a quick and cheap option."
Neutral"This establishment is recommended as a Middle Eastern food spot."
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