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I am a big fan of Alfanoose, and am a bit amused by some of the skepticism in earlier reviews. There's a reason Alfanoose gets a lot of reviews: many customers are very devoted to it. I'm one. The vegetarian platter, which I typically have, is extremely good. I'm particularly enamored of Alfanoose's babagonosh, which is as good as I've tasted (Samad's Deli near Columbia is excellent too, if you're in that neighborhood.) The platter is actually too big for me, so I bring a take-out container with me and have it for lunch the next day. Alfanoose isn't cheap, though you can get a very good kabob or falafel sandwich for $7 or $8. And in my case, since the platter is really a two-day meal (except when I'm really hungry), it's still a deal. The owner is a bit intense, as one reviewer mentioned, but actually a very nice guy -- I've talked with him a few times when things are quieter in the place. And I do wish the Seamless Web voice didn't chirp, but I want Alfanoose to stay in business so it's a minor annoyance.

even better than israel. this place is amazing and the service is great.

Taboli salad is awesome, falafel top notch, Brown lentil soup is just plain yummi, and i havent touched the meats yet. Go there, a stable $10 lunch is brown lentil soup and falafel wrap. Or get the lamb wrap, fantastic. they put some extra pickles into their wraps and that makes for a superior sandwich.

The food here is amazing, and I think it may be even better than it was at the old location on Fulton Street. Dining room is really nice too. There are two problems. There is a lot of stress in this joint emanating from the owner. Also, there is a constant electronic voice announcing the arrival of 'web orders'... Sometimes they play music and that can mask the voice. But the food is really fabulous so I keep coming back. Cauliflower sandwich with babaganoush. Doesn't get better.

the best part of the meal was the grape leaves, and they probably came prepackaged.

Hummus here is unbelievably good. Turnaround time on the food is a little slow, but they do seem to take in the preparation. The proprietor there seems pretty meticulous.

I used to eat here once a week when I worked on Church, but since relocating to L.A. I really miss Alfanoose which serves the best falafel sandwich I have ever had - get it with the works and hot sauce. Their lentil soup is excellent also. This place is busy for a reason!