Best Dishes at L'As du Fallafel
Roasted Eggplant
VegetablesA vegetable-forward side that deserves mention on its own. Whole eggplant roasted until the flesh is creamy and dark skin chars. Finished with garlic, herbs, and tahini. This is the Middle Eastern way of treating this vegetable.
Falafel Sandwich
SandwichesThe signature: golden-fried falafel balls, still warm, stuffed into soft pita with soft roasted eggplant and creamy hummus. The house tahini sauce ties everything together. Reviewers consistently call this one of Paris's best sandwiches for the price, with even tourists raving about it.
Chicken Pita
SandwichesFor those preferring protein to legumes, grilled chicken (marinated and seasoned) served in the same pita format with house components. Lighter than falafel but equally well-composed.
Falafel Plate
MainsFor those wanting to sit down with a proper meal rather than eat standing up, the plate is more filling. Chickpea fritters, creamy hummus, tahini sauce, fresh Israeli salad (tomatoes, cucumbers, onions), and soft roasted eggplant. This feeds you fully.
Hummus
SidesHouse-made hummus, smooth and silky, finished with a drizzle of fruity olive oil and maybe a few pine nuts. Eaten warm with soft pita. Simple and authentic, a side that should never be skipped when ordering.
About L'As du Fallafel
A cornerstone of the Rue des Rosiers Jewish quarter in Le Marais since 1979, L'As du Fallafel remains a no-frills temple to crispy chickpea fritters and Israeli-style sandwiches. Standing-room-only counter, lines stretching down the street, modest prices—this is culinary tourism at its most unpretentious.
Top 5 dishes at L'As du Fallafel:
- Roasted Eggplant – 79% recommended(Signature)
- Falafel Sandwich – 94% recommended(Signature)
- Chicken Pita – 82% recommended(Signature)
- Falafel Plate – 88% recommended(Signature)
- Hummus – 80% recommended
Details
- Cuisine:
- Middle Eastern
- Price Range:
- €
- Phone:
- +33 1 42 72 84 16
- Website:
- Visit Website
- Services:
- Dine-in, Lunch, Dinner, Takeaway
Hours
- Friday:
- 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM(Open Now)
- Sunday:
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Monday:
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Tuesday:
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Wednesday:
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Thursday:
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday:
- 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
CRITICAL: The restaurant is closed Saturday (Shabbat) and closes at 5 p.m. Friday. This catches many tourists. Plan your visit accordingly. Sunday opens at 11 a.m.
Located on the touristy Rue des Rosiers. Go during off-peak (3-5 p.m. weekdays) for a quieter experience, or embrace the scene and come during lunch rush for authentic energy.
Falafel sandwich (10€) is one of Paris's cheapest quality meals. This is what students and workers eat for lunch when they want good food fast.
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