Crispy Falafel
Several diners describe the falafel as fresh and crispy, including one visitor who saw it cooked fresh on the spot.
Falafel Alkofiya - Andlusia Branch - (فرع البراري) فلافل الكوفية
Motor City
Falafel Alkofiya is a Palestinian Middle Eastern restaurant in Motor City, known in reviews for crispy falafel and manakish. It has a small, cosy dining area and also handles delivery orders, making it suitable for a quick snack or a casual Arabic meal.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
299 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Authentic Flavour
Reviews repeatedly connect the food with Palestinian, Arabic and home-style cooking, especially the falafel, hummus and shawarma.
Good Value
Customers describe the prices as affordable, with one review specifically praising a 5 DHS falafel as fresh, filling and authentic.
Shawarma
Chicken and meat shawarma both receive strong praise, including a review calling the shawarma the best the customer had eaten.
Fresh Meals
A customer ordering across the menu for delivery said the ingredients tasted fresh every time and described the food as homemade in quality.
Cosy Setting
The seating is small and cosy rather than expansive, which suited one visitor looking for a simple, affordable meal.
What to Eat at Falafel Alkofiya - Andlusia Branch - (فرع البراري) فلافل الكوفية How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Falafel Alkofiya - Andlusia Branch - (فرع البراري) فلافل الكوفية, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Falafel Alkofiya - Andlusia Branch - (فرع البراري) فلافل الكوفية got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Shawarma Net +3
“When it comes to taste, this place is fantastic and reminds me of the authentic food of back home, I really recommend this place for anyone who would want to eat shawarma or especially their phenomenal falafel.”
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“When it comes to taste, this place is fantastic and reminds me of the authentic food of back home, I really recommend this place for anyone who would want to eat shawarma or especially their phenomenal falafel.”May 2024
“The best shawarma I ever had , falafel very tasty 😋 loved it”March 2025
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Hummus Net +3
“The real authentic Palestinian falafel and hummus since, since long time didn’t eat such a delicious food, they have also so many other dishes I will try them as they are near by my office 😍”
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“The real authentic Palestinian falafel and hummus since, since long time didn’t eat such a delicious food, they have also so many other dishes I will try them as they are near by my office 😍”June 2023
“Their Falafel is not the best, we went there for Falafel but my kids did not like it much, their homus was ok.”March 2025
Honorable mentions (11)
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Chick livers Net +1
“Everything I ordered was delicious especially th chick livers 👌🤤”
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“Everything I ordered was delicious especially th chick livers 👌🤤”January 2025
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Chicken shawarma meal Net +1
“The Chicken Shawarma Meal was awesome and could even feed two people”
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“The Chicken Shawarma Meal was awesome and could even feed two people”May 2024
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Falafel with onion filling Net +1
“15 minutes later you ask for your sentence to be completed and order paid, the young boy at the cashier looks at you confused and lost, almost crying, while the Arabic lady continues shouting from behind your back at him and he chooses to continue talking to her, despite being in the middle of your order…..he is then equally confused and scared when you address the lady standing 3 meters behind you asking her to stop distracting him….and of course, all perplexed, continues mumbling TO HER in Arabic, forgetting to give you a receipt (yet I insisted) and eventually……of course giving me a falafel with onion filling instead of cheese filling as ordered and paid….There is acceptable food in many places; rarely one is insulted so badly and not protected by staff despite being in her right. In the very same area, I can easily find another place to buy food. And will most definitely will. Sad for the potential of the actual food. As always, people matter the most; they make it or breaker it; not just the food. You can see my CHEESE falafel in the pic.”
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Review excerpts
“15 minutes later you ask for your sentence to be completed and order paid, the young boy at the cashier looks at you confused and lost, almost crying, while the Arabic lady continues shouting from behind your back at him and he chooses to continue talking to her, despite being in the middle of your order…..he is then equally confused and scared when you address the lady standing 3 meters behind you asking her to stop distracting him….and of course, all perplexed, continues mumbling TO HER in Arabic, forgetting to give you a receipt (yet I insisted) and eventually……of course giving me a falafel with onion filling instead of cheese filling as ordered and paid….There is acceptable food in many places; rarely one is insulted so badly and not protected by staff despite being in her right. In the very same area, I can easily find another place to buy food. And will most definitely will. Sad for the potential of the actual food. As always, people matter the most; they make it or breaker it; not just the food. You can see my CHEESE falafel in the pic.”February 2025
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Fatta Net +1
“Chef. Ahmed is a very nice and humble person, who is keen to please the customers and give them the best possible experience, we had a nice delucious breakfast; Falafel, Fatta, and fried mixed platter. And overall,I would highly recommend it for Vegetarians, Arabs, and anyone who wants to try Arabic food and enjoy it 😉 I will come again to try another dishes and sandwiches.”
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“Chef. Ahmed is a very nice and humble person, who is keen to please the customers and give them the best possible experience, we had a nice delucious breakfast; Falafel, Fatta, and fried mixed platter. And overall,I would highly recommend it for Vegetarians, Arabs, and anyone who wants to try Arabic food and enjoy it 😉 I will come again to try another dishes and sandwiches.”June 2023
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Fried mixed platter Net +1
“Chef. Ahmed is a very nice and humble person, who is keen to please the customers and give them the best possible experience, we had a nice delucious breakfast; Falafel, Fatta, and fried mixed platter. And overall,I would highly recommend it for Vegetarians, Arabs, and anyone who wants to try Arabic food and enjoy it 😉 I will come again to try another dishes and sandwiches.”
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Review excerpts
“Chef. Ahmed is a very nice and humble person, who is keen to please the customers and give them the best possible experience, we had a nice delucious breakfast; Falafel, Fatta, and fried mixed platter. And overall,I would highly recommend it for Vegetarians, Arabs, and anyone who wants to try Arabic food and enjoy it 😉 I will come again to try another dishes and sandwiches.”June 2023
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Hummus meat pita Net +1
“My husband loved the hummus meat pita, no pics for reference because he couldn't wait to devour it😂”
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“My husband loved the hummus meat pita, no pics for reference because he couldn't wait to devour it😂”January 2025
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Manakish Net +1
“We keep coming back year after year because of the falafel and manakish. We are in love with the crispy falafel and the amazing manakish.”
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“We keep coming back year after year because of the falafel and manakish. We are in love with the crispy falafel and the amazing manakish.”April 2026
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Meat shawarma Net +1
“Stopped for a quick snack, ended up being spoiled by complimentary falafel. Delicious meat shawarma and satisfying service.”
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“Stopped for a quick snack, ended up being spoiled by complimentary falafel. Delicious meat shawarma and satisfying service.”January 2025
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Mix grill Net +1
“Very delicious food and the mix grill is super fresh and very tasty.”
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“Very delicious food and the mix grill is super fresh and very tasty.”February 2025
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Shawerma beef Net +1
“The shawerma chicken and beef were so delicious! We enjoyed it and definitely will come back again! Great service too 🌸”
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“The shawerma chicken and beef were so delicious! We enjoyed it and definitely will come back again! Great service too 🌸”May 2024
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Shawerma chicken Net +1
“The shawerma chicken and beef were so delicious! We enjoyed it and definitely will come back again! Great service too 🌸”
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“The shawerma chicken and beef were so delicious! We enjoyed it and definitely will come back again! Great service too 🌸”May 2024
What to Avoid (8)
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Chicken shawarma Net −1
“The chicken shawarma and shish tawook both had a very unpleasant, stale odor, and the food looked poorly prepared overall.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The chicken shawarma and shish tawook both had a very unpleasant, stale odor, and the food looked poorly prepared overall.”May 2026
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Chickenless shawerma sandwich Net −1
“Today i ordered a chickenless shawerma sandwich and an unedible eggplant fatteh via Talabat and all what i received is a bowl of oil.”
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“Today i ordered a chickenless shawerma sandwich and an unedible eggplant fatteh via Talabat and all what i received is a bowl of oil.”June 2024
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Eggplant fatteh Net −1
“Today i ordered a chickenless shawerma sandwich and an unedible eggplant fatteh via Talabat and all what i received is a bowl of oil.”
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“Today i ordered a chickenless shawerma sandwich and an unedible eggplant fatteh via Talabat and all what i received is a bowl of oil.”June 2024
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Fatayer Net −1
“Ordered a fatayer today .it was 5 dhs yesterday , suddenly became Dhs 9 today . Food average and not decent for price . Same pricing issue other day .”
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“Ordered a fatayer today .it was 5 dhs yesterday , suddenly became Dhs 9 today . Food average and not decent for price . Same pricing issue other day .”July 2023
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Fatteh Net −1
“Falafel is good, Kaak wasn’t neither was the fatteh. Had a stomach ache after likely from the fatteh as it didn’t taste/feel like it was freshly made at all… hope you can improve on these.”
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“Falafel is good, Kaak wasn’t neither was the fatteh. Had a stomach ache after likely from the fatteh as it didn’t taste/feel like it was freshly made at all… hope you can improve on these.”September 2024
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Kaak Net −1
“Falafel is good, Kaak wasn’t neither was the fatteh.”
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“Falafel is good, Kaak wasn’t neither was the fatteh.”September 2024
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Shawerma Net −1
“Very slow service for 2 shawerma Chicken quality is not good Requested spicy sandwich but came normal.”
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“Very slow service for 2 shawerma Chicken quality is not good Requested spicy sandwich but came normal.”June 2026
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Shish tawook Net −1
“The chicken shawarma and shish tawook both had a very unpleasant, stale odor, and the food looked poorly prepared overall.”
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“The chicken shawarma and shish tawook both had a very unpleasant, stale odor, and the food looked poorly prepared overall.”May 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Allow Time. Build in extra time for shawarma or delivery; reviews mention waits of 25–30 minutes and longer delays even when the restaurant was not crowded.
Check Orders. Before leaving or accepting delivery, confirm the filling, spice level and chicken-versus-meat selection because multiple reviews report incorrect items.
Confirm Prices. Check the displayed price before paying, particularly for fatayer and salads, as customers have reported being charged more than earlier menu prices.
Try Falafel. For a first visit, falafel is the safest starting point in the reviews; diners highlight it as fresh, crispy and cooked on the spot.
Check Freshness. If ordering fattеh or grilled chicken dishes, check that they smell and feel freshly prepared; both categories received freshness complaints.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Living Legend
Wadi Al Safa 3 - Legends, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
Common Concerns
Slow Service
Several reviews report long waits, including 25–30 minutes for one shawarma and a one-and-a-half-hour delivery delay for a larger order.
Order Accuracy
Customers have reported receiving a normal sandwich instead of a requested spicy one and the wrong filling in a cheese falafel order.
Inconsistent Freshness
Some diners reported stale odours or food that seemed not freshly made, including complaints about chicken shawarma, shish tawook and fatteh.
Heavy Oil
One delivery review described the eggplant fatteh as almost entirely oil, while another diner said the food was very oily.
Price Changes
Reviews allege unexpected price changes, including fatayer increasing from 5 AED to 9 AED and a salad from 15 AED to 22 AED.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
145 AED
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“We paid 145 AED for the order, which was a total waste of money”Google review · May 2026
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The Bottom Line
Falafel Alkofiya is a Palestinian Middle Eastern restaurant in Motor City where the clearest draw is the falafel. Reviews describe it as fresh, crispy and cooked on the spot, while manakish, chicken shawarma, meat shawarma and hummus also receive enthusiastic mentions. The menu suits a quick snack as well as a fuller Arabic meal, with one customer saying a chicken shawarma meal could feed two people.
The setting is small and cosy, and several diners found the staff welcoming and the atmosphere pleasant. Prices are often described as affordable; one review reports a 5 DHS falafel. Delivery is available, and some regulars order across the menu, but service consistency is the main question mark.
Customers have reported waits of 25–30 minutes for a shawarma, incorrect sandwich fillings, and a much longer delay on a large delivery order. Food quality is not uniform in the reviews. Alongside repeated praise for freshness, some diners reported stale-smelling chicken and shish tawook, overly oily eggplant fatteh, or fatteh that did not seem freshly made.
It is also worth checking the price before paying: reviews mention fatayer changing from 5 AED to 9 AED and a salad being charged at 22 AED rather than 15 AED. For a first visit, falafel is the more consistently recommended starting point.