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Jerusalem Express Restaurants

Restaurant Vegetarian restaurant Mediterranean restaurant Vegan restaurant Middle eastern restaurant Israeli restaurant

· Dine-in · Kerbside pickup · Delivery People often mention falafel, pita,


Address

Venustiano Carranza 368, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48351 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico

Website

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Contact

+52 322 888 2332

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (405 reviews)

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Working Hours

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

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: falafel (11) pita (11)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Angela G. 2 years ago on Google
    If you're like me and have lived in New York for many years, you may associate shawarmas with late-night drunk food. This was one of the reasons why I hesitated to visit this place at first, despite it being highly recommended as one of the best restaurants in PV for vegans. Being a vegan myself, I ordered the falafel sandwich and watched Sammy, the owner, cook everything from scratch in his one-person kitchen. To be honest, my expectations were low because all the falafel I've had in the U.S. have been bland and dry, but was I blown away by this one. Sammy’s falafel sandwich is a warm, hearty, comforting meal packed with flavor. The falafel is moist and well-seasoned, the garlic sauce and hummus do well to bring out the flavors of the falafel, and the warm pita wraps everything together like a hug. I've had the pleasure of getting to know Sammy as a person. We talked all about his passion for getting people healthy. Having not had the most healthy lifestyle when he was younger, Sammy is very conscious about food and nutrition. He does marathon trainings on the side and uses the menu as a way to play around with food to see what types of food can help sustain one's energy without any spikes or crashes. This is food that not only tastes delicious and keeps you feeling full but also gives you enough energy for the whole day. My favorite thing about Sammy's food is that it does not create gut inflammation, which means I can eat here every day without any digestive problems, and believe it or not, that is hard to find here. One of the things I love about this place is that you can see all the spices he uses on the wall behind the counter, which makes the food feel so much homier. This is the what a home-cooked meal tastes like. As a health-conscious person myself, I prefer to eat foods like this more than foods that get marketed as "healthy" such as smoothie bowls and salads because these traditional recipes carry the wisdoms of people who understood how to heal the body with food and only food. Pictured: - Vegan soup (not on the menu but you can order) - Kitchen with wall of spices - Falafel plate - Oatmeal pancakes that Sammy made for me one day because he was making breakfast for himself and generously asked if I wanted any (unfortunately, I don't think this is available to be ordered, but you can always ask)
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 KRAM F. 2 years ago on Google
    Great find in PV! Beautiful & elegantly presented plates with reasonable prices. Their hummus and pita is first-rate. So is the chicken shawarma plate. The special off-menu vegan soup (served in a pan on a wood block!) is hearty and divine.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kimberly B. 2 years ago on Google
    Really enjoyed my falafel wrap! Came with a cabbage salad (cucumber tomatoes cabbage), tahini and lime (limon). I added grilled onions. Yum! And the pita bread is soooo good. Great friendly service.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Heidi H. 2 years ago on Google
    An unexpected delight in Puerto Vallarta, and a favorite stop. The owner is wonderful, the restaurant is charming, and the food...fantastic. Yes, there is plenty of great Mexican food all over, but you don't want to miss this. Top notch all the way.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Frank L. 2 years ago on Google
    The shwarma plate was amazing. Prices are competitive and the service is amazing! Had too many tortillas and wanted a change of pace and this was exactly what I needed. Fresh, flavorful, visually appealing.... what else would you want! Stop in and give it a try
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Simon W. 1 year ago on Google
    Best hummus and freshest falafels we have had out of Israel. Highly recommend!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melanie H. 1 year ago on Google
    I had the chicken shwarma plate. The food was nothing short of superb. I especially appreciated his home made pita. The food was freshly prepared in front of my eyes which I really appreciated. If I return to PV, I'll definitely be returning.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dudy B. 3 months ago on Google New
    I stumbled upon a delightful gem in Zona Romantica – a hidden Mediterranean spot at Venustiano Carranza 368. They offer an authentic shawarma, flavorful falafel in a pita, delectable baba ganoosh, and creamy hummus. Amidst the array of tacos and ceviches, make sure to savor the delights of this culinary haven.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Lysa A. 4 months ago on Google
    My vegan falafel plate was delicious. My dining companion wasn't so enamored with his Shawarma wrap but he also worked in restaurants and wasn't thrilled with how he thinks they kept things refrigerated. It's a no frills place..a but dated, but the owner was lovely and so happy we came.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael C. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to grab a middle eastern food and spice things a bit in Mexico. Alon is a great host and cook. We had the hummus, falafel and shakshukha and they all were amazing. Well done!!!

  • 4/5 Alyssa 2 years ago on Google
    Owner is so nice and everything is homemade! It’s a great place for falafel and pita. Love that they have vegan options. However, I wish you got more food for the price. The portions were small.

  • 5/5 Katie May B. 1 year ago on Google
    Super fresh tasting food, warm homemade pitas and spicy sauces! Had a lovely chat with the owner and chef, Alon. Will be back for my favorite, shakshuka ☺️

  • 5/5 kris g. 1 year ago on Google
    Delish food. Homemade pita, veggie options, and made fresh right in front of you. It’s nice to have something other than a taco, and as a vegetarian who sometimes eats fish, this was nice.

  • 5/5 Bradley G. 8 months ago on Google
    The chicken shawarma has rich flavors that are unique and flavorful, it is my favorite. The beef kabob has a lovely creme sauce full of peppery flavor without being spicy. The freshly cut and prepared veggies packed in both the shawarma and kebab really elevated the dishes. It's a labor of love preparing such great food. Thanks for lunch!

  • 5/5 Serena B. 10 months ago on Google
    Absolutely delicious! I had the chicken shawarma platter. I'll be going back for sure!

  • 3/5 Pe A. 10 months ago on Google
    Been there today. The food is 40% more expensive than in Playa del Carmen. But not better. Rather worse. Because the portion was smaller. And the pita bread is charged extra. In the final bill, he deducted too much. The food was good, but we were not very happy with it.

  • 3/5 High V. 1 year ago on Google
    I expected better. Pita was not warm with the babaganoush and also our pita sandwich was just ok. Also VERY hot in this restaurant.

  • 4/5 SoloJoe 2 years ago on Google
    Falafel sandwich(pita) was refreshing . Ingredients were very fresh . Tamarind drink complemented the meal.

  • 5/5 Katherine E. 6 months ago on Google
    As usual, the BEST Middle Eastern food in Puerto Vallarta! I love this place and stop in every year. The falafel and baba ganoush are amazing.

  • 5/5 Scott C. 3 months ago on Google New
    Tried pita and sandwiches and everything was stellar. One of the best middle eastern food and at a very reasonable price. Highly recommend for a quick bite and nice meal alike!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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