Shami Falafel Menu
Introducing Shami Falafel, a hidden gem located at 29 State St, Hackensack, NJ. This remarkable eatery has quickly won the hearts of locals with its authentic Mediterranean offerings and welcoming atmosphere. Customers rave about the flavorful falafel, which many consider the best in the U.S., and the homey feel that each dish evokes.
The daily specials, such as the Chicken Shawarma served with fresh, crispy fries, are a must-try. Patrons like Ro Pat appreciate the care taken in food preparation, noting that while the wait can be 20-30 minutes, the flavors are well worth it. The friendly staff enhances the dining experience, ensuring a pleasant visit.
With glowing reviews highlighting everything from the presentation to the hospitality, Shami Falafel stands out as a must-visit destination for anyone seeking authentic and delicious Mediterranean cuisine.
Appetizers
Falafel (4pcs)
Deep fried mixture of ground chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, garlic and spices.
Falapeno- Jalapeno infused Falafel 6pc
6pc Jalapeno infused Falafel.
Kibbeh (4pcs)
Deep fried oval shaped mixture of ground beef, cracked wheat & spices stuffed with ground beef, onions and pine nuts.
Grape Leaves- Yalanji (6pcs)
Grape leaves stuffed with rice, tomato, parsley and cooked in delicious lemon juice.
Hummus
Mixture of chickpeas, tahini, lemon and olive oil.
Baba Ghanouj
Roasted eggplant, lebni, tahini & olive oil.
Muhammara
Fresh red peppers, ground walnuts, bread crumbs, olive oil, pomegranate molasses, shatta & cumin.
Fries
Basmati Rice
Falafel Sandwich
Parsley, tomato,pickled turnips, tahini sauce wrapped in Markouk pita bread.
Chicken Shawarma Sandwich
Chicken shawarma, Lettuce, Tomato, pickles, and garlic sauce wrapped in Markook bread.
Beef Shawarma Sandwich
Marinated Angus Beef Shawarma, onions, parsley, hummus, tomatoes and pickles tahini sauce wrapped in Markook bread.
Kufta kebab Sandwiches
Grilled ground beef/ lamb mix skewer with onions, tomatoes, parsley, hummus, pickles tahini sauce wrapped in Markook bread.
Lamb Sandwich
Thin sliced Lamb Shawarma, Onions, Parsley, Hummus, tomatoes, pickles & tahini sauce wrapped in Markook bread.
Shawafel Sandwich
Our popular Shawafel is guaranteed to fill you up! Chicken shawarma and falafel with lettuce, tomatoes , pickles, garlic sauce & tahini sauce wrapped in Markook bread.
Mixed Shawarma Sandwich
Chicken Shawarma and Beef Shawarma with lettuce, tomatoes, Tahini Sauce and Garlic Sauce wrapped in Markook bread.
Sandwich’s
Salads
Fattoush Salad - Small
Lettuce, Tomato's, Cucumbers, Mint, Radish, Mint, Fried Pita Chips, Sumac, Vinegar, Olive Oil, Lemon Juice.
Tabbouleh Salad - Small
Cracked wheat with Parsley, Tomato's, Onions, Olive Oil, and Lemon Juice.
Arabic Salad - Small
Tomato's, Cucumbers, Parsley, Mint, Olive Oil and Lemon Juice.
Falafel Platter
6 pieces Falafel served with hummus, tahini sauce & pickles.
Chicken shawarma Platter
Served with Rice, Salad and Garlic sauce.
Mixed Platter
Chicken Shawarma and Beef Shawarma served with Rice, Salad and Garlic Sauce.
Beef Gyro Platter
Served with Rice, Hummus, Salad, Topped with Onions and parsley and Tahini Sauce.
Kufta Kabab Platter
2 skewers served with Rice, hummus, onions, tahini sauce and pickles.
Vegetarian Platter
4 pc Falafels, 4 pc Veggie Grape leaves, Hummus, Baba Ghanouj, pita bread and tahini sauce.
Mixed Kebab Platter
1 Grilled Chicken Kebab Skewer 1 Grilled Kufta Kebab Skewer, Hummus and Salad.
Platters
Drinks
Soda Can
Water Bottle
Snapple
American Coffee
Turkish Coffee
Saudi Coffee
Baklava 2 pc
Rich, sweet pastry made of layers of filo filled with chopped nuts and sweetened and held together with syrup.