Vegan
Mediterranean
Fast food
Take-out
Middle Eastern
Israeli

Small shop offering falafel, pita, and side salads. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-3:30pm.


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44 Reviews

First Review by Nibs

julielnoble

Points +36

Vegan
19 Aug 2024

Crunchy, satisfying, flavorful

The food here is amazing. There is always a line out the door. Try all the sauces.

Pros: Crispy, heartwarming falafel

Cons: Short hours

Violistakaren

Points +76

Vegan
08 Aug 2024

Nice surprise!

I went for lunch not realizing it was 100% vegan. At the counter I said “I’m vegan, can you help me order?” to which the staff exclaimed “So are we! Order anything!” I got the sabeeh plate which was very delicious. Will be back!

Pros: 100% vegan, Friendly staff, Simple and nutritious food

Cons: Very small and busy interior, A little chaotic at lunchtime

hudsonvalleyveganlady

Points +126

Vegan
01 Jun 2024

Delicious falafel!

Everything is vegan and scratch made. The ingredients are clean and fresh and the food is delicious. They even have baclava!

slikespizza

Points +965

Vegan
21 Nov 2023

Cozy Little Falafel Joint

I had the falafel platter, quite a generous portion including hummus, pita and salads. Finished up with the baklava , of course. Very tasteful everything.
In the true tradition of falafel shops it’s a small specialty menu. The seating is a little tight but it works.

veglovinman

Points +31

Vegan
20 Nov 2023

Wonderful fully vegan experience

The falafel was wonderful and the staff seemed very kind and was attentive!

Loved the subtle vegan book corner.

Some great sides as well. Love that they offer tap water without making you feel like a jerk for having it.

Pros: Fully vegan, Best falafel I've ever had, Pita bread is made right there

Cons: Only open for lunch

DTS

Points +1087

Vegan
18 Nov 2023

Best pita bread! Nice meal

Nice place. Had a nice falafel and Sabeeh lunch. It’s the best pita bread I’ve had on the East coast

Updated from previous review on 2023-11-18

pinkhibiscus

Points +137

Vegan
13 Sep 2023

Vegan oasis

My family of 5 truly enjoyed our lunch at Aba’s Falafels! We are all gluten free and they easily accommodate that issue here. We tried a little of everything and it was all delicious. Do not miss the melt in your mouth falafels. Well worth the deep fried cheat on my diet.

Pros: Gluten free options are plentiful , Friendly staff, Delicious

audreyc

Points +980

Vegan
19 Jul 2023

I’ve traveled over 2 hours just for this food

As stated in the title of this review, I love this place’s falafel sandwiches so much that I’ve been known to travel from Schenectady to Rhinebeck and back just to get one. (Or, more typically, to get two…one to eat right away and one to eat later.) It’s my favorite falafel sandwich of any that I know.

I also love the restaurant’s décor. It’s a warm, welcoming place with delicious food.

theNumberOfTheBeast

Points +4929

Vegan
01 Jun 2023

🌱🌟Falafel Super Stars! 🌟🌱

Vegan owned and operated by a family of superstar vegans from the Eastern banks of the Mediterranean, this is the only business in Rhinebeck suitable for vegans to patronize, which is just fine because it's outrageously delicious, fair and affordable and makes a fantastic staple with fresh daily soups and amazing salads and why not help yourself to all the hot sauce you can brave, and pickled peppers?

Served here, are also the tastiest falafels I've ever encountered anywhere, simply magical. Theirs are an interesting blend of Jersualem (yellow) with lots of fresh herb, possibly parsley or coriander that make them appear green (like Egyptian Ta'Miya) though definitely light inside and crisped to perfection. Never had falafels this delicious. Not in Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Israel these will always be the falafels of my dreams.

Whatever you do, try the fresh pita and hummus too.

So happy to see them still in business with a renovated kitchen counter and more seating in the small easement on the side of the house.

This is certainly the saving grace of an otherwise horrific food desert of overpriced creepy slaughterfaced animal abusing murder monsters in an unfortunate, dreadful and disgusting, but beautiful little town of terrible people doing terrible things to innocent animals. These are the real humble heroes of Rhinebeck.

To'da Aba's!

Updated from previous review on 2023-06-01

Pros: vegan family owned and operated, hummus and falafels from heaven

fisxoj

Points +62

Vegan
28 Dec 2022

Tasty israeli-style falafel

Had a combo plate and lemonade and both were fresh and delicious.

CassidyThomas

Points +76

Vegan
20 Nov 2022

Best falafel I’ve ever had

Very good, not overpriced like many places in Rhinebeck. Must try. Falafel was crispy on outside, super fluffy and flavorful on the inside. Served with amazing pita and salad.

vegginator1

Points +114

Vegan
12 Oct 2022

Fantastic Falafel!

I have no excuse for not going here more often or for taking so long to write a review. This place is great. The falafel sandwich is enormous and chock full of crunchy veggies and perfectly spice falafels with plenty of tahini sauce. All this inside of a fluffy, house made pita pocket, it is total enjoyment in every bite. Bonus points for the baklava made with agave & date syrup. Nice group of employees working in a small area with efficiency and friendly interaction add to the overall experience. The beautiful town of Rhinebeck has yet another benefit, bring your appetite!

Pros: 100% vegan, Delicious real food, Nice staff

Cons: Nope

Trashyhiker

Points +35

Vegan
23 Sep 2022

Gluten free fresh and tasty falafel

Ordered the red pepper and artichoke soup and the gluten free everything platter.. Got an extra two falafels for no bread.. hummus was delicious! Falafel was crispy and crunchy.. Great food! Read the reviews so had try it! Def will come back.. Friendly staff! Everything in restaurant prepared to order, so it’s very fresh.

julesmcg

Points +18

Vegan
08 Aug 2022

Awesome experience!

Had an amazing time here! Food was super tasty and delicious. And the staff was helpful and friendly!!

netochkanezvanova

Points +47

Vegetarian
13 Jul 2022

The freshest felafel for miles around

Been there twice and I salivate when I think about going back.
The portions are huge, and can be easily shared.

Pros: So fresh!, So fast!!!, Street seating

Cons: Lemonade with star anise is an acquired taste

poivron

Points +480

Vegan
18 Jun 2022

Great falafels!

This place reminds me of a falafel stand I went to in Paris years ago. The sandwich I had there made such an impression on me that I had to order the falafel sandwich here as well, foregoing the larger falafel plate. The pita bread, falafel, and sauce were all excellent. I wish they were less oily, but I understand that this vegan restaurant is aiming to satisfy the average palate, including nonvegans. The place was packed, but there were plenty of tables outside: in front, along the side of the building, and in the back, so that we were easily able to get a table after we got our food.

Updated from previous review on 2022-06-18

VSnail

Points +391

Vegan
08 May 2022

Fresh, fresh, fresh

Everything we had on our recent visit was delicious and just so fresh! The lentil soup, falafel with eggplant, and the humus platter were all excellent. There is some indoor seating and a couple of tables outside. Definitely worth a visit!

Pros: Friendly staff, fresh ingredients

Delart

Points +558

Vegan
30 Apr 2022

Totally delicious falafel.

The falafel are totally amazing.

Rohada

Points +34

Vegan
31 Mar 2022

Delicious

The best falafel I've ever had

Updated from previous review on 2022-03-31

RichBeBe

Points +771

Vegan
02 Feb 2022

Believe the Hype

My first time going today, and it was really good. I grew up in Queens eating both Israeli and Arab falafels my entire life and I can be real picky. The falafel was in the top 5 I ever had, and I will be back. My only small complaint is that as a tomato hater I wished they had their salad pieces separately as I would have like the cucumbers. But that is just a personal taste thing.

Updated from previous review on 2021-06-20

Pros: Really Good Falafel

Cons: Wished the Toppings Were Separated More

GFGoldenLady

Points +2005

Vegan
01 Feb 2022

Amazeballs!

Best falafel I've ever had, VGF to boot! This is one of those times where a gf person isn't left looking at everyone's plates around them and feeling like they got the short end of the stick.

You just make the falafel into a plate and get extra falafel balls in place of the pita at no extra cost.

Everything was fresh and delicious. The space open, airy and clean. Staff were friendly and boy do they make your food quick!

Plenty of extra sauces and sides to dress it up even more if you feel it needs it.

Pros: VGF! Easy and delicious , Fast , Very fresh

ShilpaRatwani

Points +30

Vegan
17 Sep 2021

Must try and keep returning

Loved their Sabeeh on pita. Everything was so flavorful. Staff was very friendly and quick. The tahini sauce was delicious and brought everything together. Enjoyed the balkava as well.

Pros: All vegan

Gali42o

Points +54

Vegan
15 Jun 2021

Amazing food! The best in upstate!

Beautiful restaurant, cozy, great food, I love the sabih , the soup, the falafel! Authentic food!!!! You will not be disappointed

Updated from previous review on 2021-06-15

Pros: Everything on the menu is amazing

ElaineThompson

Points +22

Vegan
20 Mar 2021

Reliable, Delicious Food & Heart Warming Experience

Love, love, love! My family and I have been coming here for years and we are never disappointed with anything on the menu. Easily the best falafel in the Hudson Valley. Although I do recommend stopping by on a warmer day- the outdoor seating was a bit chilly.

Updated from previous review on 2021-03-20

thebartlettbaker

Points +418

Vegan
08 Feb 2021

Pure Happiness

I recently discovered this gem and I can’t believe that I have lived 5 years in the Hudson Valley without Aba’s. The food is so comforting and very flavorful. It nourishes the body and soul and makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. That’s good stuff.

makcurtis

Points +1110

Vegan
07 Feb 2021

So good you wanna dance

I fantasize about Aba’s at least three times a week. I get the falafel plate, which comes with falafel, pita, and hummus, salad, and I always ask for olives on the side. I’m never disappointed, and it is well worth the 30-minute drive. The soups and baklava are fantastic, too. At a pricy average of $20 per person after tax and tip, it’s definitely a treat and not a regular thing, but it’s well worth it.

Pros: 100% vegan, Soul-feeding , Worth the $$

Cons: Pricey , Parking can be hard to find , Limited hours

drquayle

Points +738

Vegan
19 Jan 2021

Amazing

Everything is so fresh and flavorful. It’s a great atmosphere, too. Fully vegan.




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