Le Marais, the new hot, hip, and chic spot in Paris, has been home to the city's Jewish population for centuries. It's no surprise that all things kosher are within the confines of this neighborhood...
Welcome to L'As du Fallafel...authentic falafel and shawarma in a hole-in-the-wall joint smack in the middle of the city. The owners are straight-up Israeli, speak French in an Israeli accent and Hebrew in a French accent, and the falafel is as delectable as any you'd find in the Holy Land.
My favorite option that I've yet to hear offered elsewhere is the "MIXED"--gorgeous shawarma with a beautiful surprise of crunchy falafel. The combo is out-of-this-world and pretty much the only way one should experience this delightful treat.
Line up outdoors or pay a bit extra to sit inside (be warned: super cramped)...I highly recommend grabbing yours to-go and exploring the area with tahina dripping down your hand.
4/5 stars!
Bon appétit!
34, rue des Rosiers (Métro: St. Paul); (33-1) 48-87-63-60. Closed Saturday for Shabbat.
délicieux!
ReplyDeleteagreed. Best falafel place in Paris, and one of the hippest areas in town.
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