Crema's Take
“Tucked into an unassuming office building on Wolf Road, this owner-run cafe punches way above its weight with genuinely exceptional falafel that reviewers consistently describe as the best they've ever tasted—crispy, fragrant, and made with obvious care and pride. The husband-and-wife team behind the counter bring warmth and authenticity to every order, pairing their stellar Middle Eastern offerings with fresh, generously portioned light fare at prices that feel almost too good to be true. It's unpretentious and no-frills, but that's precisely what makes this hidden gem so charming.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. Quick-grab spot. Light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →We ended up eating here on a whim and were pleasantly surprised! The falafel, which were crunchy and fragrant were easily some of the best I have ever had. The couple who own and run the restaurant were so kind and inviting!
Wow! Authentic falafel is hard to find. This cafe is cute, and the food is great. Generous portions and friendly couple that runs it. Most of the food is fresh and they take a lot of pride in handmaking traditional Egyptian food. Will definitely visit here any time I am in…
Best falafel I’ve ever had. Very friendly proprietor! The food was excellent, fresh, flavorful, really top tier. Also inexpensive. There’s no vibes here, but that’s sorta charming. It’s in the basement of an office building, tucked away. Maybe call in advance if you’re in a…
Probably best falafel I've ever had. I love falafel and as soon as I saw these I thought, these don't look right. Then I took a bite and realized every other falafel I've had has been wrong. They were so light, crispy. I ordered the spicy ones and they were delicious. I also got…
What a cute and hidden find! It’s in a run of the mill office building on Wolf Road but anyone can go in. I only knew about it because I had read a review about it on the Times Union. There were 2 people working, I’m guessing husband and wife, and they were so friendly. The…