Mile End's dinner menu is not for the faint of heart. A compromise among these hard-hitting carnivorous entrées and, well, a romaine salad, is the cod fritter falafel ($11), which gives traditional falafel a run for its money. Shaped like falafel, these cod fritters have a light, crisp crust (no grease!) with a flaky fish interior. You'll wish for plenty more in your order. More
Starting today, you can get your fix at King of Falafel and Shawarma Express on 53rd Street and Park Avenue. More
We chatted up Mike Martins, the truck's Operations Manager, after selling out one busy weekday. While there were sadly no leftovers to snack on, we got some interesting scoop on the food truck industry (who knew they traded lunches?), and the secret to Taïm's falafel recipe. More
Just a few months old, in the strange corner of Park Slope tucked up by Atlantic Yards, Kulushkät is a very small store serving some very fine falafel. More
When we were brainstorming vegetarian options for the Serious Eats Sandwich Festival, the crisp-shelled, light-on-the-inside falafel from Taim immediately came to mind. Conveniently, Taim now has its truck sibling, Taim Mobile, to travel on the Governors Island ferry with us to the festival and fry falafel fritters to order. Hungry yet? Obvious next question, have you bought your tickets yet? More
It's the food truck we've been waiting for all year. Taïm Mobile—the truck version of falafel and smoothie shop Taïm (which makes, in our estimation, the best falafel in New York)—first hit the streets this weekend—stopping by Union Square, Soho, and Williamsburg, among other places. More
The 2010 Vendy Awards, a celebration of New York street food, will be held on September 25 at Governors Island. All proceeds will benefit the Street Vendor Project, an arm of the Urban Justice Center, advocating for the interests of... More
Editor's note: In "Fast Food International," Krista Garcia will take us around New York to the many international fast food chains that have landed in the five boroughs. She blogs at goodiesfirst.com. [Photo: Robyn Lee] Country of Origin: The Netherlands... More
It's hard work, but someone had to do it: hunt down the best falafel sandwich in New York. What makes it the best? Falafel with crispy shells and tender interiors, not too dry, with a good internal balance of chickpea, parsley, and spice; pita that's fresh-tasting and delicious; sauces and toppings that add to the total package. Here's the Top 7, ending with our winner—the best falafel in New York. More
[Photographs: Sara Markel-Gonzalez] More Intel The Best Falafel in Queens, Part I » All Queens Roundups » I couldn't stop the search at just five places for one of my favorite foods in my favorite borough. This second round-up... More
