Falafel Chain Serving $3 Pita Sandwiches Opens Los Angeles Location

Falafel Inc., a popular for-good, for-profit restaurant known for serving fresh Mediterranean food at affordable prices, has opened a new location in Los Angeles. With $3 pita sandwiches, $3 fries, and $4 bowls, the restaurant offers budget-friendly vegan options while also donating a portion of its proceeds to support refugees. Founded in 2017 by entrepreneur Ahmad Ashkar, Falafel Inc. centers its menu around falafel, a dish commonly consumed by Middle Eastern refugees. Through a partnership with the World Food Programme, the restaurant is able to donate one day’s worth of food to a refugee for every $10 spent.

Located near UCLA in Westwood, the Falafel Inc. menu features pita sandwiches, falafel bowls, and za’atar fries made with all-natural, locally sourced ingredients. While most menu items are vegan, some sauces contain animal ingredients. The pita sandwiches are loaded with falafel, lettuce, red cabbage pali salad, tabouli, tahini, and red sauce, while the falafel bowl includes a variety of toppings and the za’atar fries offer a flavorful umami experience. For those looking to enjoy affordable and nutritious Mediterranean cuisine while supporting a good cause, Falafel Inc. in Los Angeles is a great option to consider.