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Falafel Freiha

Where: Laval, Canada · 3858 Boulevard Perron, Laval, H7V 1P8

Category: restaurant · Price: $ · Rating: 4.1/5 (685 reviews)

About Falafel Freiha

Fluorescent tubes buzzing overhead, a laminate counter worn smooth by a thousand elbows, and the thick smell of chickpeas hitting hot oil the second you walk in — this is a no-frills falafel counter on Boulevard Perron that doesn't care about your ambiance expectations. The falafel itself comes out properly crispy, that shattering shell giving way to a green, herb-packed interior that tastes like someone actually gives a damn about the spice ratio. Portions are generous and the price is almost insulting — two people can eat well for less than a single mediocre lunch special in Montreal proper. Service is fast, transactional, and exactly what you want when you're hungry and don't need someone asking about your day. The dining situation inside is bare-bones, borderline uncomfortable, and honestly beside the point. Most regulars treat their parked cars as the real dining room, which tells you everything about the clientele: people who prioritize what's in the pita over what's on the walls. Laval doesn't get a lot of love from food people across the bridge, but this spot quietly earns its keep through sheer repetition and consistency. Skip the seats, order the falafel plate to go, and bring extra napkins because you will need them.

Tags: vege, takeout, budget

Website: https://m.facebook.com/pages/Restaurant-Falafel-Freiha-Inc/114321491945260

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