{"@schema_version":"1.0","type":"restaurant","publicId":"hpZPnT5nUafQ","name":"Falafel King","tagline":"Lebanese counter-service restaurant in downtown Calgary serving falafel, shawarma, donair, and Mediterranean classics.","description":"We serve authentic Lebanese flavours in downtown Calgary, focusing on falafel, shawarma, donair, hummus, salads, and simple counter-service dining. Our story highlights a first location on 1st Street Downtown more than 20 years ago, and we continue to welcome guests with a straightforward menu and hospitality-focused experience.","urls":{"menu":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/hpZPnT5nUafQ","about":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/hpZPnT5nUafQ/about","reservations":null,"website":"https://www.falafelking.ca/","knowledge":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/hpZPnT5nUafQ/knowledge.json","llms_txt":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/hpZPnT5nUafQ/llms.txt"},"cuisines":["lebanese","middle eastern","mediterranean","halal"],"priceLevel":"$","location":{"address":"225 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1B7, Canada","city":"Calgary","country":"Canada","geo":null},"contact":{"phone":null,"whatsapp":null,"website":"https://www.falafelking.ca/"},"hours":{"mon":{"open":"11:00","close":"19:00"},"tue":{"open":"11:00","close":"19:00"},"wed":{"open":"11:00","close":"19:00"},"thu":{"open":"11:00","close":"19:00"},"fri":{"open":"11:00","close":"19:00"},"sat":"closed","sun":"closed"},"rating":{"average":4.6,"count":632,"source":"google"},"menu":{"url":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/hpZPnT5nUafQ","currency":"CAD","categories":[{"name":"Wraps","items":[{"name":"Falafel Wrap","description":"Falafel, tahini sauce, vegetables","priceCents":724,"currency":"CAD","vegan":true,"available":true,"ingredients":["falafel","tahini sauce","vegetables"],"imageUrl":"https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-prod-tenant-91de5e93-45c0-4a9a-81e9-fd2591f17b9f/menu-items/imported/mirror-1783612879274-b733ab5f257ad5a2.jpg"},{"name":"Beef Donair","description":"Beef slices, vegetables, sweet sauce","priceCents":1472,"currency":"CAD","vegan":false,"available":true,"ingredients":["beef slices","vegetables","sweet sauce"],"imageUrl":"https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-prod-tenant-91de5e93-45c0-4a9a-81e9-fd2591f17b9f/menu-items/imported/mirror-1783612879992-1b8d33591b4d2e74.jpg"},{"name":"Mixed Shawarma","description":"With a choice of two mains: Chicken | Beef | Donair; garlic spread, vegetables, tahini sauce","priceCents":1615,"currency":"CAD","vegan":false,"available":true,"ingredients":["garlic spread","vegetables","tahini sauce"],"imageUrl":"https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-prod-tenant-91de5e93-45c0-4a9a-81e9-fd2591f17b9f/menu-items/imported/mirror-1783612880479-c85cc37d01b9e0c8.jpg"}]}]},"ordering":{"url":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/hpZPnT5nUafQ","inVenue":true,"delivery":false,"pickup":true},"reservations":null,"chef":null,"testimonials":[{"date":"5 months ago","name":"Alyzza Alix","text":"Instead, they kindly gave me FREE extra rice that was just the perfect amount and even added a piece of baklava. Amazing people — so understanding and generous. I’ll definitely be back! And of course, the food was amazing.","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIHTphHRzV1jloJIwnvagNACJeOheZjoIlebixE7GJmieqz0w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2","rating":5},{"date":"8 months ago","name":"Wiktor Malec","text":"Just had a falafel wrap now, and the young man who served me was warm, hospitable, and super friendly. The food was fresh and really filling. Definitely will visit again!","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVtFwQZtzSVyzd1NFqfnrpFghW_mfB1nVKZ0A6v-QhB8aGK91k=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3","rating":5},{"date":"11 months ago","name":"Michael Lee","text":"We ordered takeout from Falafel King during our vacation, and it was by far the best food we had during the trip. The order consisted of: [1] donair poutine, [2] donair wrap, [3] falafel wrap, and [4] beef shawarma platter. First off, Falafel King is very liberal with the amount of donair they layered on both the poutine and the wrap - they were loaded with so much delicious donair that it puts my Bay Area-local restaurants to shame.","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXI1xjEWg9v1BqFFGhwxh_D4MBdHOawR6sCNt0h1fysdu86n_8=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4","rating":5},{"date":"a year ago","name":"Seb","text":"The star of the show was, of course, the falafel. Golden-brown on the outside, tender and herb-packed on the inside—no dryness here! Whether in a wrap or as part of a platter, each bite had the ideal crunch-to-softness ratio.","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV4l21-PgwqBODRaH0zv5r0R8NxVatoy12h8dY-afkOdf1jWT0_=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4","rating":5},{"date":"Apr 2026","name":"Hani A","text":"Great place, generous food porting, nice and clean place Good and tasty meat , fresh vegetable The place is landmark in downtown calgary","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"May 2025","name":"Naomi W","text":"SOOOO Good, So much food and the baklava is a nice treat! Lots of options and the line moves really fast if you are in a hurry.","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Apr 2024","name":"SagarSavla","text":"Got the vegetarian falafel sandwich here a couple of times. Liked it very much. Staff was very friendly. Eat in the restaurant and they threw in baklava complimentary. That was also very tasty.","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Apr 2023","name":"Mariah B","text":"Some of the best shawarma in the city! My go to spot. My only complaint is that they aren’t open on weekends.","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"May 2018","name":"drsnowdon","text":"I love the donairs here - they are huge, great ingredients, good price, great service. I recommend a donair with everything accompanied by a chocolate milk.","avatar":"","rating":5}],"events":[],"socials":{"instagram":null,"facebook":null,"tiktok":null,"x":null,"youtube":null},"images":["https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/e78a5e89-4bb5-48f4-9a7e-2af93f694f99/hero-01-E9b-IA3V_G.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/e78a5e89-4bb5-48f4-9a7e-2af93f694f99/hero-02-k-XqlRRPqq.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/e78a5e89-4bb5-48f4-9a7e-2af93f694f99/hero-03-t3mGEg5fc6.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/e78a5e89-4bb5-48f4-9a7e-2af93f694f99/gallery-01-I3f-KKBGNu.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/e78a5e89-4bb5-48f4-9a7e-2af93f694f99/gallery-02-tF5FjHZSdN.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/e78a5e89-4bb5-48f4-9a7e-2af93f694f99/gallery-03-8KlTVSerr9.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/e78a5e89-4bb5-48f4-9a7e-2af93f694f99/gallery-04-bX3wS51DlH.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/e78a5e89-4bb5-48f4-9a7e-2af93f694f99/gallery-05-PLVyfGh3h4.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/e78a5e89-4bb5-48f4-9a7e-2af93f694f99/gallery-06-FXlYqIwt0D.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/e78a5e89-4bb5-48f4-9a7e-2af93f694f99/gallery-07-XOVQXqjiZ2.jpg"],"faqs":[{"question":"What cuisine does Falafel King serve?","answer":"Falafel King serves lebanese, middle eastern, mediterranean and halal cuisine."},{"question":"Where is Falafel King located?","answer":"Falafel King is located at 225 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1B7, Canada, Calgary, Canada."},{"question":"What are Falafel King's opening hours?","answer":"Monday: 11:00–19:00; Tuesday: 11:00–19:00; Wednesday: 11:00–19:00; Thursday: 11:00–19:00; Friday: 11:00–19:00; Saturday: closed; Sunday: closed."},{"question":"How can I contact Falafel King?","answer":"You can visit https://www.falafelking.ca/."},{"question":"Does Falafel King have dietary options?","answer":"Falafel King offers halal options, 1 vegan menu item."},{"question":"How can I order from Falafel King?","answer":"Order directly from the menu at https://service.scan2dine.io/p/hpZPnT5nUafQ. Guests dining in can also scan the table QR code to order."},{"question":"What's the average rating of Falafel King?","answer":"Falafel King has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 on Google, from 632 reviews."}],"last_updated":"2026-07-09T18:18:39.475Z"}