Master Falafel, located at 519 Monroe Ave in Rochester, NY, is rapidly becoming a beloved destination for lovers of Middle Eastern cuisine. Customers rave about the freshness of the falafel, often noting the highlight of their visits as the garlic sauce that perfectly complements their dishes. Customers like Zoe Kaltenbach praise the delightful baklava, making for a sweet ending to their meal.
Dining at Master Falafel is about more than just food; it’s a warm, inviting experience. Fatima Abou Nassif particularly appreciates the heartwarming stories shared by Khaled, the owner, who’s actively involved in preparing each order. This personal touch adds a richness to the dining experience, making each meal feel special. The atmosphere is friendly, with Kyle Gensrick highlighting the positive and engaging staff, which enhances the overall enjoyment of the meal.
Both Ebony Eli and Erin Turpin emphasize the generous portion sizes and exceptional dishes, from chicken shawarma to cheese-stuffed falafel. Whether for a casual lunch or a catering event, Master Falafel stands out with its quality, flavor, and uniquely satisfying ambiance, leaving patrons eager to return for more.
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Fast service
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Lunch
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Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Coffee
Comfort food
Halal food
Healthy options
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegan options
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Toilet
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Casual
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Crowd
Family friendly
Tourists
University students
Planning
Accepts reservations
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Credit cards
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Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
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Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
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Reviews For Master Falafel
Zoe Kaltenbach
Jun 28,2025
Falafel was super fresh. Garlic sauce is my favorite! I have been here a few times and am happy every time! Their baklava was delicious as well!!
Ebony Eli
May 31,2025
My partner and I went here for lunch and were impressed by the quality of flavor and portion sizes at this location! We had the chicken shawarma and shish tawook, both of which were fantastic choices. The fries were served hot and fresh. The salad, although simple, was delicious with their housemade olive oil dressing. Highly recommend, we will definitely be returning to try out their other menu items soon!
Fatima Abou Nassif
May 11,2025
Master Falafel really lives up to its slogan of offering fresh comfort food. Their falafel pita with tahini is my personal favorite (the toasted pita crunch is just the cherry on top!). I miss Lebanese food so much (which is very similar to Syrian food, really), and their food is just heart-filling and heartwarming. What I’ve found extra special about this spot is that Khaled (the owner) is hands-on... most of my orders were prepared by him when I’ve dined in so far and it’s been an honor to hear his stories. He’s so friendly and proud of his heritage, which he reflects through his menu, the attention to detail in every order they make at his restaurant, and the stories he shares with us customers. It’s just one of those places where you know you’ll always get a good meal... and a good conversation!
Kyle Gensrick
May 3,2025
Workers joking around, super positive, great customer service! Very clean, big portions, DELICIOUS!!! Everything you could want. Expensive plates, but worth it, and this meal would feed two people.
Erin Turpin
Apr 10,2025
Yum! I got a large catering order and it was wonderful. They were very accommodating for the order on short notice, the pitas I ordered were fresh and delicious. The folks who made the food and helped me load it into my car were awesome. Love the cheese stuffed falafel! Totally recommend.
Soraia DeMoura
Apr 6,2025
Picked up lunch for my coworkers and I today, the pitas were soo good! I ordered over the phone and my large order was ready in 15 minutes. The guy in there was super friendly and he even let me try a piece of Baklava which was really good! will def be ordering again.
Jake Jendrey
Mar 29,2025
Seriously the Best hummus that I've ever had! The falafel and tahni sauce were fresh and delicious! After dinner, I went back up and ordered the baklava. It was sweet without too much honey. It was very enjoyable. The staff were kind and offered many suggestions. They have a simple indoor seating area. Six tables with four chairs. If you are going in groups larger than six you will likely need to sit at separate tables. Definitely worth visiting again!!
Andrew Alvarado
Mar 8,2025
I believe its the owner whos working the desk/ cooking? He's an absolute gem. Only been here twice and they've been so accommodating and friendly. Food has been 12/10 every time. I picked up an order today at 8 (they close at 8) and at 8:05 he happily took in an order from 2 people behind me. A true hidden gem on Monroe. And to anyone giving this place a bad review off grubhub... Just go pick the food up yourself. You'll save yourself money and get the food the way it was intended.
Reviews For Master Falafel