About Us

It was 45 years ago that Falafel King first opened its doors on the famous Pearl Street in Boulder. And we're still going strong today for one reason: our food. Falafel King isn't fancy or trendy; it's just great food at the right price, served quickly in a pleasant environment.

Our owner, Avner Gilady, was born in Yavne, Israel. He studied in a kibbutz (a communal farming cooperative), where he gained the leadership and business skills to maintain a legendary restaurant for so many decades.

We don't have a "celebrity chef" at Falafel King. Our chefs are our mothers, grandmothers, and great-grandmothers, living for generations in the Middle East, preparing delicious food for their families. Here at Falafel King, we continue creating their authentic dishes using traditional ingredients and techniques. We never skimp or take shortcuts. We grind our spices right before we add them; we use fresh-squeezed lemons, extra-virgin olive oil, and tahini that's among the best in the world, from Lebanon or Israel.

All this adds up to a truly delicious and enjoyable experience. Come in for a wonderful meal with your friends, family, or coworkers anytime-you'll be glad you did!

Proud Winners of Best of Boulder 2023 & 2024

Boulder has voted us the Best Mediterranean Cuisine for restaurants in Boulder in 2023 and 2024!

We have been serving Boulder for 45 years. We have regulars who have been coming since the beginning and new faces everyday, come check us out and see why Boulder thinks were the best.

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