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  • 5/5 Olivia G. 3 years ago on Google
    If I could rate this place 6/5 stars I would. Amazing food and service. Thank u Pita Pockets. I โค๏ธ u.
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  • 5/5 Shaq S. 2 years ago on Google
    Walked in and the aromas were just amazing. I loved the arabic music playing in the background. Yousuf was very pleasant and welcoming. I had a falafel while I waited for my order (Chicken kebab dinner). The falafel was so delicious, one of the best I have ever had. The chicken kebab dinner is so flavorful and fresh. I got baklava as well, can't wait to try that later!!
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 We S. 6 years ago on Google
    As soon as I walked in, I was greeted by the incredibly friendly staff(it's family run). Don't be mislead by the location or appearance; the service, quality of food, and proportions completely blew my expectations away. Each wrap is about 10 inches long and stuffed abundantly. Definitely worth every penny.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 3/5 Ramakrishnan K. 4 years ago on Google
    Place is closed until further notice due to covid19. The google maps entry needs to reflect that.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Killian C. 11 months ago on Google
    Food was great, pricing is perfect, got our food quickly, the man working behind the counter gave each one of us (3) a falafel which was absolutely delicious. 10/10 would recommend. Too bad I donโ€™t live nearby because I would be here all the time
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Kevin T. 3 years ago on Google
    The chicken pita pocket quickly became one of my favorite foods. Everything is freshly made to order by friendly staff. I highly recommend this place for a nice casual lunch or dinner. Usually cash only.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Vamsi K. 3 years ago on Google
    Hole in the wall place in this nice little town. Should surely be a hit with the University crowd. Got the chicken and falafel plates, which were quite filling, and baklavaโ€™, which seemed appropriately sweet and well flavored. The plates come with lentil rice, which tastes richer and adds a nice touch over plain rice. The chicken kabab was juicy without any stringy bits while the felafel, shaped like donuts, were crisp and fresh. All in all a reliable spot for a tasty and filling meal.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Adam L. 3 years ago on Google
    I know there are dozens of places you can go for food downtown, but this is one of the best bang for your buck spots around. Get a pits wrap with chicken, phenomenal. The people who run thr place are awesome and are doing a great job with covid precautions.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Seyed Haji M. 9 months ago on Google
    We were visiting UMass Amherst from FL. The restaurant is a bit of a hole in the wall; a very nice place with a friendly owner, and they offer all veggie options.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Kenneth T. 2 years ago on Google
    Wow! What delicious food and a friendly customer experience. First time customer. Love the gyros pita sandwich and chicken salad platter. Authentic, flavorful and one of best sandwiches I have had in a while. Will be back.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 JM 9 months ago on Google
    This is the best falafel restaurant in the world. They are so kind there. The food is beyond delicious. I highly recommend you give them a try.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 rohan g. 6 years ago on Google
    The food is amazing and the owner is very friendly and welcoming. The chicken pocket and assorted Baklava are definitely worth the visit !
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Marge M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food! A must try in Amherst. The owner has a great personality. Will definitely be back!
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Jenn 6 months ago on Google
    The food here is fantastic. I love the falafel and the spiced pita chips are great too. I usually get a salad and they load it up with toppings. Anytime Iโ€™ve gone in to pick up food, they give a sample of something tasty. I really love this restaurant
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Jason S. 1 year ago on Google
    The falafels were great (which is not easy to do) and it's a family owned business. They were extremely friendly and even offered me a free sample while I was waiting to meet a friend there. I'm definitely looking forward to going back the next time I'm in that area.

  • 5/5 Jamil K. 1 year ago on Google
    Very delicious food. I had my first lunch here during my visit of Amherst and enjoyed a lot.When we finished the owner served desert Baqlawa thanks for the hospitality.Wish to visit again and again.

  • 5/5 Athul A. 1 year ago on Google
    Very friendly staff and got free falafels and dessert! Highly recommend the chicken kabob pocket, tastes great, and good quantity for the cost.

  • 5/5 Hunter L. 4 years ago on Google
    Food, 5/5 Service, 6/5 Overall, 11/10

  • 5/5 Rizwan s. 4 years ago on Google
    this is a halal food shop in the town, and is relatively more cheaper then other retsurents in the town. A perfect place if someone like to go to a halal food.

  • 5/5 Joseph R. 1 year ago on Google
    Best falafel I've had, staff is super friendly, and prices are very fair! I've never been disappointed leaving here!

  • 4/5 trenson t. 4 years ago on Google
    he food is very tasty and the owner is an excellent host!

  • 5/5 Marty C. 10 months ago on Google
    Food is VERY fresh and delicious. One of the better falafels I've had. The man working the counter and making the food is friendly and helpful. Would def. go again.

  • 5/5 Jessica P. 8 months ago on Google
    The food was very good and the owner was very nice and accommodating. It wasn't an overly great dining experience, as there are tables to eat, but no service. He calls over to you to come get it. The food was very good and large portions.

  • 3/5 Andrew F. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice change of pace. Price is no bargain but it's the only middle eastern/ Mediterranean place around so...... Quality is ok.

  • 5/5 Lacy C. 1 year ago on Google
    One of my favorite places. Everything is always fresh and delicious!

  • 5/5 Ted R. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic food, very friendly. I try to come at least once every time I'm in town.

  • 5/5 Tracy S. 11 months ago on Google
    This felt like a welcoming family space. Friendly staff with delicious food. You can tell it is homemade quality from the heart. I can't wait to go back.

  • 5/5 Caleb H. 10 months ago on Google
    If I could eat their Turbo Pocket every single day, I would! Incredible amount of flavor, especially when you make it spicy, and so filling. Friendly knowledgeable staff. Couldnโ€™t recommend it more!

  • 5/5 Charles K. 9 months ago on Google
    Homemade hummus. Exotic ice cream flavors. Phenomenal falafel. Tasty and flavorful wraps. Great place to get homemade Middle Eastern food.

  • 5/5 Makayla 8 months ago on Google
    I was only in Amherst for a summer, but felt like I could have eaten here every day. The food is incredible - everything was super fresh and delicious. Friendly staff and atmosphere - the guy working greeted almost every customer by name when I was there one night. Quick service. 10/10

  • 5/5 Alyssa C. 8 months ago on Google
    Absolutely wonderful all around! We ordered catering for about 100 people and everyone was so helpful, responsive, and accommodating. On top of the food just being so delicious, the family that owns it is so friendly and kind. I highly recommend their food, for catering and everyday eats!

  • 5/5 Evan F. 9 months ago on Google
    I have no words to describe how amazing the chicken Caesar pita pocket. I feel as though I have a religious experience every time I eat it. Food this good should be illegal. All of you have to try the chicken Caesar pita pocket today it will change your life.

  • 5/5 Marit G. 4 months ago on Google
    I absolutely love it here. Always good if I need to grab dinner quickly or if I want to stay in and eat there - great atmosphere. The food is consistently very good everything is always well seasoned and every time I come in I never fail to leave smiling. The service is great and everyone in there is very nice. Would very highly recommend :)

  • 5/5 Eliot G. 5 months ago on Google
    One of my favorite places for a quick and tasty bite! Great for catering as well. The family who runs it are all wonderful people, I always leave with a smile. They also regularly feed and take care of the local houseless community. They recently added a small import grocery with Turkish and Syrian specialty goods. All around great place and delicious food!

  • 5/5 Luella S. 7 months ago on Google
    We had an absolutely delicious lunch here - beyond generous portions at a reasonable price. A steady stream of lunchtime traffic and patrons (some regulars), and unique drink selections. We were treated to some falafel samples while we waited for our food to be prepared and the man at the counter (the proprietor?) greeted everyone with joy and kindness. 11/10 for a quick and delicious and filling meal.

  • 5/5 Amy 6 months ago on Google
    Literally the best falafel I've ever had, everything we ate was memorable. I'm devastated that we're only in town visiting because I'd be here every week. Service was also amazing, so friendly and welcoming!

  • 5/5 Jared C. 6 months ago on Google
    Fantastic. Wonderful people, great service, good prices, really delicious. Some of the best pita and falafel Iโ€™ve had.The exact kind of place you should be supporting.

  • 5/5 Katie M. 3 years ago on Google
    This was our 1st falafel and it was absolutely delicious. We are now back in CT and cant find one that even compares. Plus they were extremely friendly. Thank you! We'll be back!

  • 5/5 Cc N. 3 years ago on Google
    Very friendly owners, delicious food, and an overall wonderful experience ^^

  • 5/5 Pat W. 3 years ago on Google
    Terrific food. Good prices. Kind and friendly staff.

  • 5/5 Dan W. 3 years ago on Google
    Best falafal around, and the most genuinely nice family you can imagine. This restaurant is the perfect example of a local family run business and they will have me as a customer for as long as I live in the area!

  • 5/5 Jonathan E. 3 years ago on Google
    The best middle eastern food around. The owner yousef (not sure of spelling) is an amazing guy whoโ€™s warm and friendly energy makes you feel likes youโ€™ve been eating there your whole life.

  • 5/5 Jeff M. 4 years ago on Google
    Every time I come here Iโ€™m Always greeted with a with a warm welcome. I always make a point of coming here for lunch. Always satisfied and full. Itโ€™s a hidden Gem and highly recommend coming here !!!

  • 5/5 Joshua D. 3 years ago on Google
    Best pita pockets around. Amazing food and absolutely the best falafel.

  • 5/5 THE MOROCCANIST P. 6 years ago on Google
    Delicious food and very friendly staff. Sometimes crowded with students.

  • 5/5 Selena C. 4 years ago on Google
    The owner/worker there is so nice!! If you don't know what to order, just ask them and trust them with what they make. Whatever it is, it will be great!

  • 5/5 Rizwan Ali S. 3 years ago on Google
    I know the owner, he is a very nice gentleman. And he is very kind. The Falafel this place serves is the best. Highly recommended. They serve many other items also.

  • 5/5 Andrew S. 3 years ago on Google
    epic food epic people epic epic

  • 5/5 Jessica H. 3 years ago on Google
    Everything is so fresh and delicious every time. Great spot

  • 5/5 Abdullah H. 3 years ago on Google
    I loved it!

  • 5/5 Devon h. 3 years ago on Google
    Fresh is the best way to describe the food. Not many take out places can you eat a whole meal and not get that "regret" feeling from unhealthy pounds of sodium and sugar.

  • 5/5 David R. 3 years ago on Google
    Great Falafel, and the employees are really friendly. I went a lot during college and never got tired of the food. The baklava is also very good.

  • 5/5 David B. 3 years ago on Google
    Tasty falafel to at a good price.

  • 5/5 jane f. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent! Best falafel in ages!

  • 5/5 James W. 4 years ago on Google
    Great service and good food as always.

  • 5/5 Elise C. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing food and service. Whenever we're in town, we go there!

  • 4/5 Mohammed Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Halall in Amherst. A bit spicy but the shawarma and the falafel with tahini were delicious. Staff is friendly and prices are good. Perfect for students and the community.

  • 5/5 Oren S. 4 years ago on Google
    Exemplary service, and fresh food that is my go to for its consistency, affordability, and quality

  • 5/5 Ayana C. 4 years ago on Google
    My only regret about graduating UMass was having to leave this place. I've had falafel in NYC and Boston, none of them come close to this. Whenever I'm craving falafel, I'm thinking about them.

  • 5/5 thesxex 4 years ago on Google
    Best food in town

  • 5/5 Ayan S. 4 years ago on Google
    Best falafel in town.

  • 5/5 Stuart F. 4 years ago on Google
    This place is THE hidden gem of Amherst. It can get busy, but well worth the wait. The food is incredible and Yousef, behind the counter, delivers impeccable service. I'll definitely be back

  • 5/5 Nicholas R. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing falafel, better people!!

  • 5/5 Charity Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Food was delicious and the staff is super friendly. Will definitely eat here again and refer friends!

  • 5/5 Fatima M A. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food and hospitality

  • 5/5 Finn H. 4 years ago on Google
    love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • 5/5 DEEPANSHU P. 4 years ago on Google
    I ate my life's first Falafel here. The owner is the most respectful and nice guy you will ever meet.

  • 5/5 Taher J. 4 years ago on Google
    The food is always fresh and tasty! On top of that, the family that runs it are great people!

  • 5/5 Miguel A. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent quality food and service. I recommend the Turbo Wrap and Falafel appetizers!!!!!


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • โœ“๏ธ Paid parking lot
    • โœ“๏ธ Plenty of parking
    • โœ“๏ธ Paid street parking
  • Payments
    • โœ“๏ธ Debit cards
    • โœ“๏ธ Credit cards
    • โœ“๏ธ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • โœ“๏ธ Halal food
    • โœ“๏ธ Quick bite
    • โœ“๏ธ Comfort food
    • โœ“๏ธ Small plates
    • โœ“๏ธ Vegan options
    • โœ“๏ธ Healthy options
    • โœ“๏ธ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • โœ“๏ธ Lunch
    • โœ“๏ธ Dinner
    • โœ“๏ธ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • โœ“๏ธ Lunch
    • โœ“๏ธ Dinner
    • โœ“๏ธ Dessert
    • โœ“๏ธ Catering
  • Service options
    • โœ“๏ธ Dine-in
    • โœ“๏ธ Takeout
    • โœ“๏ธ Delivery

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