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Falafel Sam

Palestinian Falafel, Vegan Sandwiches

Worth ordering: #1 Falafel in Washingtonnamed in 13 reviews

Try the falafel sandwich on soft saj bread; reviewers praise its fresh, zesty falafel and pickled pepper.

Vegetarian

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Top tips

  • Add fries alongside the sandwich; reviewers repeatedly praise their crisp texture.
  • Most of the menu is reported to be vegan, but check ingredients when ordering, as the menu is not entirely vegan and chicken sandwiches have been added.
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  • The falafel platter comes with both baba ghanoush and hummus.

People mention

Sandwich, fries and salad.

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Also zaatar, hummus, baba ganoush and falafel platter.

Good for

The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, fast service and lively atmosphere.

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Also praised for beautiful interior.

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  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
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About

Falafel Sam centers on Palestinian-style falafel sandwiches in soft saj bread, with fresh falafel, hummus, baba ghanoush, salads, and za’atar fries. It’s a compact, casual dine-in and takeout spot with friendly service; recent reports note chicken sandwiches have joined a menu that remains largely vegan.

Vegan menu

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2425 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–22:00
Tuesday
11:00–22:00
Wednesday
11:00–22:00
Thursday
11:00–23:00
Friday
11:00–03:00
Saturday
11:00–03:00
Sunday
11:00–22:00

the food

5.0 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Outstanding food
  • Good service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Friendly
protein
chickpeas
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