Falafel Hut

About

Mediterranean, American (Traditional)

Price Range : Under $10 ($)

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    Yelp rating
    3.5 stars

Location

Adress: 309 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Phone: (831) 423-0567

Work Hours

Mon11:00 am-8:00 pm
Tue11:00 am-8:00 pm
Wed11:00 am-8:00 pm
Thu11:00 am-8:00 pm
Fri11:00 am-8:00 pm
Sat11:00 am-8:00 pm
Sun11:00 am-8:00 pm

Business info

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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    No
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    No
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    Accepts Apple Pay
    No
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    Good For
    Lunch
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    Parking
    Street
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    Bike Parking
    Yes
  • accessibility
    Good for Kids
    Yes
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    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Ambience
    Casual
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    Noise Level
    Average
  • local_bar
    Alcohol
    Beer & Wine Only
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    Outdoor Seating
    No
  • wifi
    Wi-Fi
    No
  • tv
    Has TV
    No
  • fastfood
    Caters
    Yes

Reviews

  • Draedon Longley

    star star star star star 2 June 2026

    A charming little spot on the main drag of Santa Cruz right across from the amusement park. It's nothing fancy but it's a unique surf Shack type establishment serving up Middle Eastern favourites. The owner is super friendly and often chats with the customers. The food is tasty and the location is convrnient, would go again.

  • Sarah Wallace

    star star star star star 21 May 2026

    The owners are awesome, kind people. The food is also pretty good and very reasonably priced. Would definitely come back!

  • Sleiman Itani

    star star star star star 16 May 2026

    Very helpful and warm owners. This is a great place to get halal meat (burgers). The vibe is perfect for Santa Cruz and the whole experience is very light and relaxed and fun.

  • aTina Webb

    star star star star star 13 May 2026

    Ate here recently for the first time. I fell in love the moment we entered. It was orderly, clean and inviting. Totally different than expected having walked past a few other eateries and this establishment's outside eating area which were all standard fare for beach cafes. And the owner was so personable and treated us as valued customers. Very rare, I think. It was a joy to be there. And THEN the food came. The falafel was the best I have ever eaten. It was not over cooked as it often is. The crust was crisp and the inside was not as dense as I am used to seeing so it was light and moist. I was in heaven. The owner told me it was his wife's recipe. I was so enthralled I can't remember what my daughter had but I know it came with french fries that were good. And she ate every bite of whatever else she had. As this was our lunch we ordered take out for dinner. The owner fixed us up with delicious, soft pita, hummus and, of course, more falafel. We snacked all evening at our hotel. The next time we are at the Boardwalk we will make a point of returning for more good cheer and great food. I even ordered the CD they were playing - Rod Stewart's American Playbook - love it.

  • Maya Chicueyi Ocelotl Diaz-Villalta

    star star star star star 8 May 2026

    Superb customer service, great food, good price. Definitely coming back

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