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(718) 387-0303
436 Union Ave
(Cross Streets Metropolitan Ave)
Brooklyn,
NY
11211
40.713347
-73.95151
Neighborhood: Williamsburg
Hours:
Mon-Sat: 12:00pm-12:00am
Price:
$
Last updated 4.14.11
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What People Are Saying About Falafel Chula
Featured Review
Justin Hartung
Contributor
The Scene – After their success with Mexican food, the owners of Taco Chulo took over Uncle Mina, a tiny Middle Eastern spot near the Lorimer subway stop. While the bare-bones decor hardly screams "hipster Epcot Center," the asymmetric-haircut crowd lines up for sandwiches to go or shares a platter at one of the handful of tables, above which hang a few prints of Egyptian art. – – The Food – To the delight of Uncle Mina fans, the menu of basic Egyptian fare remains the same. Fava beans mashed up with a good dose of garlic, cilantro and chile make the fuul medammas a…
Editor's Tips
- What to Drink:
- Like most falafel joints, no alcohol is served, but a subtle hibiscus punch or tamarind soda (each $2) makes a refreshing alternative. Note: Though drinks are refrigerated, the restaurant has no ice.
- Know Before You Go:
- For an extra $2.50, you can upgrade your sandwich with a double-sized, tortilla-like wrap called a lavash.
- Breakfast:
- The farmer's breakfast ($11.50) comes with fuul, roasted pepper salad and egga, an Egyptian egg frittata.
- The Extras:
- Visit big-brother restaurant, Taco Chulo.
The Details on Falafel Chula
Place Categories:
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