Mamoun's Falafel - UWS, Manhattan, NY

Famous middle eastern fast food place. They serve shawarma platters, falafel , salads and pastries. I ordered lamb platter and mabrumeh. Side salad was fresh. The lamb didn't taste that good though. Will probably try their falafel next time for which they are famous.

Familiar with Mamouns Falalafel and it's first NYC location in the McDougal St West Village location. We go there when we are in the area though since it's a bit of a commute, it's not that often. So it was good to hear that they now had an Upper West Side location (though opened in April, seems the local press just mentioned it recently).
Got to the restaurant just after it opened so finally got to see what it's like when it's not crowded. It's got a nicely situated location on Columbus where there are a lot of places to eat and stuff to do. It's also good to know that restaurants are expanding their presence in the UWS as the pandemic has affected the area(as seen with many retail vacancies)
For our take out order, I got the sandwiches of shawarma and chicken kebob, the signature sandwiches of macdougal, bleeker, west 4th and sullivan. The choices reflect either chicken or shawarma or a combination.
Also got baklava for dessert. They added hot sauces (described as spicy sauce made from imported hot pepper spices)
While I was waiting for the order to be prepared, they were nice to let me try a cup of their mamouns iced tea, described as freshly brewed, unsweetened black tea infused with cardamom. has a unique though delicious taste as cardamom has a complex aroma, fruity, possibly menthol flavor.
So, how was the takeout? Pretty good actually, especially the Shawarma and Chicken Kebob sandwiches. The Sullivan was just OK though probably was full already so could have enjoyed it more. West 4th was amazing too. Can't wait to try the rest. My wife also liked the Chicken Kebob and baklava.
It's definitely a place you should try and they even set up outdoor seating if you would rather dine in.

This restaurant is awesome!❤ Clean open layout, outdoor seating is available. Friendly manager and employees. Fresh and delicious food. Tried the Falafel combo plate and was not disappointed. The hummus tastes great!!!! Pita bread was hot and soft 😋. Anthony a counter attendant offered me a sauce that complimented my order so well. His friendly interaction put the finishing touch on my experience. Will be eating here again for sure 👍 Also the cashier offered the loyalty card and clearly explained the benefits and how to activate it. Very good first impression 👌