Maoz Falafel & Grill
“Surprised this Maoz location near Times Square doesn't get more traffic, maybe it's the tempting Shake Shack down the block.”
“You start with what bowl you want – pita, hummus etc. Then add your protein and get unlimited veggies.”
“I always get the same thing: brown rice bowl with chicken schwarma with hummus and a whole wheat pita.”
Maoz Falafel & Grill
Delivery: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Under $10
8 reviews
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I love love love this concept. It's essentially a Subway but Middle Eastern style. You start with what bowl you want – pita, hummus etc. Then add your protein and get unlimited veggies.
I opted for the hummus bowl – which was a lot of hummus. As in a two person amount. So if your with someone I would recommend sharing, and the other person order the pita or something! I then went for the chicken shwarama and it was again really good. Although I also wish I had ordered some falafels on the side, which you can do. The veggies were self service which I really liked it – as you can pick exactly how much you want. I went for a Middle Eastern salad, carrots, broccoli and cucumber and some white salad. There was also some additional dressings to choose from, but I didn't try any. They also had lids etc so you could take out if needed.
I'm really glad Shake Shack next door, had a queue out the door that was snacking. A much healthier option, which I really enjoyed for my first meal in the big city.
This restaurant was actually just fully renovated. They got an updated menu and now serve meat, the decor is new and the prices have slightly changed. Maoz used to be a vegetarian spot and I think it should have stayed that way. I tried the chicken and didn't thin it was anything too amazing. My absolute favorite here is the falafel. They are perfectly cooked and you can get them over rice, lettuce, kale, or spinach. I think the spinach is the tastiest. They also offer rice bowls as well you can put falafel on. Once you order and are served your base there is an amazing 'salad bar' style of toppings. Whatever you do, you HAVE to try the Cole slaw and the broccoli and cauliflower. I don't know ho they cook it but it's the best. Also you can't leave without getting a side of the garlic sauce. I always put it on top of the falafel. There is only a bench inside so don't plan on eating there. The line is always long but moves SO much quicker than any other lines in the area.
I am absolutely delighted by this fast-casual restaurant.
Talk about good, wholesome, delicious, fresh and healthy, this place is IT!
As someone who prefers meatless options, I love every complementary option they had offered! With the Falafel-rice plate, you get to choose whatever your heart desires.
Olives, pickled beets, cauliflower/broccoli, carrots, chickpeas, meatless options galore!
The sauces were stellar! I can only remember thanking myself for taking a dipping container full of that awesome sauce! Tzatziki is just perfect over anything you choose.
I wish that I had more words to say, but in reality there were none –just instructions.
Step 1. Food in mouth.
Step 2. Make heart happy.
Step 3. Come back immediately.
This place was great as far as food goes. It tasted very good and it was reasonably priced. The location was convenient too! So I really liked that.
What was actually pretty cool was the wide variety of free toping you can add to your food. It makes for a different meal every time.
Another thing I really liked was the look and feel of the place. It had nice décor and it felt very unique and homey. The only complain I have about this place was the staff. They weren't very friendly and they were talking with each other the entire time. So that's the only downfall, in my opinion.
I like this place and I have been there so many times in the winter for lunch. But today was my second time having stomach troubles after eating at this place in a month! I guess it's probably because the weather got warmer and it's harder to keep the salad fresh in a open place.
My favorite lunch spot in this crazy area. The shawarmas are great! And the salad is pretty good. It's definitely a place where you get good value for the price. I have ordered the chicken, beef and falafel and they are all pretty good, sometimes the steak is overcooked but it is still pretty decent. I love the garlic sauce.
While visiting New York I noticed Maoz while walking from the hotel to work. Admittedly I didn't even think of trying it out, but the glowing reviews won me over.
I came for lunch and ordered a Chicken Pita. In hindsight, to maximize the experience here I should have ordered as a rice bowl and not a pita. There are so many tasty free salads and sauces options available at their bar I just couldn't add everything I wanted to a pita.
They also sell juices like Orange and Carrot. Just know that drinking pure carrot juice might make your lips orange for a while.
Tip – If you do get the rice bowl, take a risk and try several of their unique free options including the cilantro sauce.
First timer here, long time falafel lover and can say this place has some good ones! I stopped by for a quick dinner take out. You pick the type of meal you want (I think it was rice bowl/pita/salad) then you have a free option to add on as much vegetable sides as you want (all are seasoned very well). I had a falafel salad with hummus and added all the toppings. It's a flat price per type of meal so weight doesn't matter at all. I enjoyed this place a lot and will be coming back for more!