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Umi Falafel

Vegetarian restaurant Vegan restaurant Middle eastern restaurant Lebanese restaurant Falafel restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Vegetarian restaurants in Dublin


Address

13 Dame St, South City, Dublin, D02 HX67, Ireland

Website

www.umifalafel.ie

Contact

+353 1 670 6866

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (2.9K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 12 to 9 pm
  • Wednesday: 12 to 9 pm
  • Thursday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Friday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Saturday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Sunday: 12 to 9 pm
  • Monday: 12 to 9 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: falafel (24) delicious (15) service (15) good (14) recommend (11) Dublin (11) friendly (9) meal (9) sandwich (9) nice (8)
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  • 5/5 Rob 1 year ago on Google
    The consistency of this place is amazing. I’ve never once been disappointed with my food here. The food is unreal. Like proper bursting with flavour. I love this place and I would 100% recommend it to a friend. To be honest it’s so good that I’d even recommend it to an enemy, just because everyone deserves to experience such incredible food. The interior is a nice chilled vibe. The staff are always super friendly and accommodating. Furthermore, this place is unreal value for money. €10 for a pitta/wrap with wedges and a drink!
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew D. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice spot with some of the nicest staff that I ever met. We were treated so nicely and the food was delicious! They have a wide list of different items to try but I’d highly recommend the lentil soup which hit the spot! Stop by if you’re looking for something to eat because the prices make this place well worth it.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marina S. 1 year ago on Google
    Umi falafel has a few stores around Dublin. Delicious Arabian food made fast to a quick meal. Their delivery is also a very good option. I’m vegan and was happy to happy several options in their menu.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Samara V. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food. Fresh and delicious. The service let us down today. A bit more interaction and care would be nice. Our table asked for water on three occasions and it was never brought however they looked very busy though so I hope that was the reason and just a simple error.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hannah D. 6 months ago on Google
    Oooh the vegan food here is sensational--amazing Mezze with great options! Perfect for people who like picking at different sharing bits. Hummus and Baba ganoush is super tasty, the sharing platter has a tonne of options. Really recommend this place for vegan food!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dom 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely delicious falafel wraps / sandwiches (The falafel-sandwiches could be a bit bigger), and friendly service. The menue proves that no meat is needed to create absolutely delicious food. We will definitely come back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Caroline I. 1 year ago on Google
    I liked the Lebanese falafel, it’s really good Didn’t like the baba ghanoush and batata hara, it’s not the same taste as the original in the middle east
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Simone P. 1 year ago on Google
    Very good place where you can try a delicious vegetarian or vegan meal, different by the heavy Irish typical food. The service is fast and efficient, we have just waited some minutes after the ordination. The place is clean and comfortable, perfect if you are in a group of 3 or 4 people. The food is tastefull and cheap, based on that you can have a full meal with just 10 or 12€
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robin N. 1 year ago on Google
    Great value fresh middle eastern food with friendly staff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 ieva K. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious freshly made food and great service. We’ve ordered a meal deal that included a sandwich, lentil soup and a drink all for €10. Highly recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Evgeniy R. 9 months ago on Google
    Very good budget eatery in center. Delicious falafels. Fast service. Gluten free menu. We have a 3 persons lunch. Ordered Umi Plate for Two 1x€20 (enough for two people) + Falafel your way 1x€8 + Tea 2x€2.5 = €33. Recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 José Fuenzalida C. 1 year ago on Google
    If you're looking for a fantastic dining experience, look no further than this restaurant! We were seated promptly upon arrival, and the wait between placing our order and receiving our meals was impressively short - just 10 minutes! We opted for the Palestinian falafel and the breaded halloumi cheese sandwich, and we were blown away by how delicious both dishes were. The falafel had a delightful spicy kick, but not too overwhelming, while the halloumi cheese was simply divine. The portion sizes were quite generous, especially given the reasonable prices. I highly recommend giving this restaurant a try, and I can't wait to return and sample some of their other delectable offerings.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Diego B. 2 years ago on Google
    Like other Umi Falafel in town, it was all so good 🔥 The Fattoush it was so fresh and savoury.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alena B. 6 months ago on Google
    I came at the perfect time right Veggie the rush. Loved the music they were playing when I walked in. Think fast food BUT fresh food. I tried stuffed grape leaves, lentil soup, & the Moroccan quinoa salad with added falafel. Definitely a great Mediterranean restaurant in the heart of Dublin. Very efficient service and kind staff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jake G. 1 year ago on Google
    Umi Falafel was delicious with lentil soup and cauliflower pita. The lentil soup was perfectly seasoned and had just the right amount of spice, while the cauliflower pita was a creative and tasty take on traditional falafel. Although the pita didn't include falafel as I had originally thought, the flavors and textures of the cauliflower, tahini and veggies inside made for a satisfying and flavorful meal. The service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was cozy and inviting. I highly recommend Umi Falafel to anyone looking for delicious and innovative vegetarian cuisine in a welcoming setting. Can't wait to come back and try more dishes!

  • 4/5 Willian B. 9 months ago on Google
    Lovely place to have Arabic food, we ordered Lebanese and Palestinian falafel with vine leaves wrap and for desert we ordered baklawa just the desert weren’t that good, wasn’t fresh we could feel the old nuts taste, overall everything was very good, Strongly recommend this place!!!

  • 5/5 Oksi O. 1 year ago on Google
    The best vegan / vegan-friendly place in Dublin Ireland. It was so good that we were eating here every single day of our trip :) Always fresh, good potions, very reasonably priced, the best most friendly stuff 🥰👍 We tried so many things but our top fav is still the Palestinian falafel sandwich 🥰 never tried anything better in Lebanese cuisine. Also they have a great choice of fresh healthy salads. Totallly recommended for all vegans and non vegans and people who like healthy delicious food. ❤️

  • 5/5 Adrián G. 8 months ago on Google
    I recently had the pleasure of dining at this remarkable vegetarian restaurant, and it was truly a culinary delight. The food was exquisitely prepared, offering a delightful array of flavors that left a lasting impression. The extensive menu was quite impressive, catering to a variety of preferences and palates. One aspect that stood out was the affordability without compromising on quality. The prices were reasonable, making the experience even more enjoyable. I wholeheartedly recommend this establishment to anyone seeking a memorable dining experience. It's a gem that deserves recognition for its exceptional offerings.

  • 4/5 Disha S. 8 months ago on Google
    Had the baklava and a deep fried dish (whose name i forgot)- which reminded me of samosas without the spice. The baklava was alright - a little too sweet for my taste. Overall both items were okay, not the best but I enjoyed them.

  • 5/5 Abdullah A. 10 months ago on Google
    I can just say WoW 👌 I tried the falafel sandwiches 3 times and it was always perfect and amazing. Last time I tried the Lentil Soup, I can assure you that it is the best one in Dublin among all other restaurants. Everything was good for me, the location and the atmosphere, everything was clean, the stuff is friendly and quick. I highly recommend this restaurant.

  • 5/5 Abdel Rahman S. 8 months ago on Google
    Stopped by Umi Falafel on Mary Street in Dublin. Being Palestinian and a dedicated falafel lover, I couldn't resist trying their loose falafel. The falafel itself was bursting with flavor, had a satisfying crunch, and its vibrant green hue was inviting. My only minor recommendation would be to allow it a bit more time in the fryer to achieve that perfect interior texture. Also, I must mention that the staff was quite friendly and accommodating. Despite this minor detail, my overall experience was quite satisfying!

  • 4/5 Anika C. 7 months ago on Google
    The food is delicious and the prices fair. I love the menu and options. The only recommendations I have is service. I went yesterday and there were 2 waitresses. I stood at the sign where to say wait to be seated and I could see empty tables. The waitresses were chatting and doing cutlery. They looked at me and ignored me until one of them eventually offered me a table. As I walked to the table she hurriedly said something about using the QR code. I had no problem doing this but the manner was rushed like she did not want to be there. I think it's worth just having a bit more customer service. As I left I said thank you to the waitresses who were back chatting together and was ignored but the lovely lads at the top of the counter responded.

  • 4/5 Marleen L. 6 months ago on Google
    I was very happy to find a healthy, affordable place to eat in Dublin. It's a rare find for a vegan to be able to go to a totally meatless eatery🥰. Their Falafels and salads are really, really good! The interior could do with an upgrade, though. Tables are sticky (it was wiped down, thus not dirty), and the 'look' is dated/old. But at least the food ( the main reason for going there) was good.

  • 5/5 Geoff T. 1 year ago on Google
    Super delicious vegetarian choices that anyone will enjoy. I had the meal deal with a Palestinian falafel sandwich (no chili), the lentil soup, and upgraded to the carrot orange juice. Fast, friendly service (full service dining in the back of the restaurant), and tasty, healthy Mediterranean cuisine at a very reasonable price. The halloumi sticks with mango dip looked great for my next visit, and the variety of salads was awesome. Credit accepted.

  • 5/5 Marija M. 1 year ago on Google
    The prices gave increased to 7 euros for most of the falafel sandwiches. I ordered the Palestinian falafel. The food was ready within 5 minutes and was very filling.

  • 5/5 Patricia P. 2 years ago on Google
    Had a very tasty wrap with haloumi and salad. I also had delicious wedges. The staff are really helpful and kind. I'm not vegetarian or vegan but this place was definitely worth a visit. I will be back to try different dishes 😋

  • 5/5 Sophia G. 2 years ago on Google
    i'm so in love with this place! they have meal deals for 10€ and they're so filling and delicious. theres also plenty of vegetarian options. i've visited the place so many times, the service is always kind and fast. 10/10 definitely recommend it.

  • 5/5 Miguel N. 2 years ago on Google
    Not much to say. I travel a lot (including the Middle-East), and this is BY FAR the best falafel I've ever tasted, period. The rest of the menu is just as tasty, and great value, but if you come here only once, you gotta have the falafel.

  • 4/5 Rachel R. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious falafel sandwich and the grilled halloumi sandwich went down well for my daughter. We were seated quickly and the place was clean and comfortable.

  • 3/5 Rachel C. 5 years ago on Google
    Really tasty food, clearly prepared with fresh ingredients. Fast and helpful attendance. Easy reach localization, enjoyable ambience, clean and intimate atmosphere. Perfect for a fast meal. Reasonable cost x benefit.

  • 5/5 Till F. C. 2 years ago on Google
    Got saturated very cheap and with high quality food! Its the best cheapest restaurant I could find on my 1 week vacations in Dublin. The (selfmade) humus is one of the best I have eaten so far and the waitresses and waiters are super kind :)

  • 5/5 Mohit G. 2 years ago on Google
    Loved the food. And the hospitality, care by waitress and the staff was awesome 👍

  • 5/5 Ella B. 3 years ago on Google
    Very delicious falafel pockets. I once ordered a wrap, but I much more prefer the pocket. The pocket has less bread and feels it has plenty of nice things inside, whilst the wrap is bigger but they probably put the same amount of food inside and it feels a bit empty. Overall, great place.

  • 5/5 Kate Z. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic place - always fresh and delicious food. Today I couldn’t eat bread due to health issues and the guys were so nice to deconstruct the sandwich for me and make it into a plate! Thank you so much!

  • 5/5 Mateusz �. 2 years ago on Google
    A good option for vegetarians. Well reasonable prices.

  • 4/5 Julian H. 2 years ago on Google
    After looking for something else to eat in Dublin, I came across Umi Falafel. Not eating this often, I decided to try it out for myself. I was greeted by a nice host and got recommended the Palestianian sandwich with a maroccan couscous salad. The salad tasted refreshing and complented my sandwich well. The palastenian tasted nice and combined some more middle eastern used veggies e.g eggplant, tomato herb salad, among others to create a nice tasting bun. Only thing I would change is the sauses used. Although nice, there was a lot of it. Would definitely go here again.

  • 5/5 KSHITIJ M. 2 years ago on Google
    Fabulous and tasty food. Fresh vegetarian and vegan. Extremely friendly staff. Big thanks to “Sabrina” for helping us decide the best dishes to order.

  • 5/5 Francesca Z. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place for vegetarians. The restaurant has a great offer of african/middle eastern plates, from different kinds of falafel to salads, and soups. Prices are low compared to the high quality of food, and the quantities brought to you. The Furgiero have some menu at only 10 euros, with whom you can chose different combinations of plates. The atmosphere is sofisticated and with a not pretentious post-industrial style. We Will surely come back there, we loved it!

  • 5/5 John M. 4 years ago on Google
    So I’ve been here countless times and it never fails to impress! Such wonderful service, Great vibe and the food is wow. You have to get the minted lemonade it is phenomenal and I always opt for the Lebanese falafel. I just love this place and I come to Dublin for the views, beer and umi not necessary in that order. It’s a must when in Dublin and they do a take away service so falafel on the plane please.

  • 4/5 Patricia D. 3 years ago on Google
    Good service, very few tables due to Covid-19 restrictions. Sophie the waitress was so kind and the meal was served in just a few minutes. Table was clean and the menu is easy available by a bidi code. This place is still one of my favorites in Dublin for a quick lunch.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Salad bar
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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