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Mediterranean
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Middle Eastern
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Middle Eastern food small restaurant. Vegans could get hummus plate or a falafel sandwich. Be sure to specify when ordering. Open Tue-Thu 11:30am-8:00pm, Fri-Sun 11:30am-9:00pm.
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Chuo-ku, Nishishinsaibashi, 2 Chome-17-13 New Corner and Building, Osaka, Japan, 542-0086
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Last update on 14 Aug 2023 by Guest
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73 Reviews
First Review by Sarapon
VeganEnrique
Points +29
Five Stars! - Edit
Happy cow won’t let me give it 5 stars cuz it’s not a fully vegan place, but it’s definitely 5 stars. Been in Japan for 6 months, and this is the first place that has a good falafel. Japanese places like to make falafels that are usually raw and flavorless; not here! The falafels have the correct texture (crispy and fluffy) with tons of herbs. Small place with authentic food and flair. Generous and flavorful toppings, including tons of vegetables and tahini sauce. Now my favorite place to go to in Osaka for falafel and hummus—and favorite in Japan, really.
Read morePros: Falafel (texture and flavor), Clearly labeled vegan items, Friendly owner
Cons: Small place (but typical for Japan)
Guest
Jessqi
Points +248
Amazing falafel - Edit
Great falafel, tender and flavourful. Beautiful smooth creamy hummus and babaganoush, fluffy fresh pita. I was very happy to have eaten here.
Read moreIt's small and popular though so you may need to wait.
Updated from previous review on 2023-10-09
Pros: Delicious everything, The man running it was very nice
Guest
RainbowTrainy
Points +1586
Amazing vegan kebab!!! 🔥 - Edit
I ordered pick-up from Sababa at multiple occasion while staying a week in Osaka, and damn - it was so good!!!!
Read moreThe falafel is pretty average, but try the vegan kebab and take hummus with pita on the side - I promise you won't be disappointed!
The pitas come in half and full sizes. Half is pretty good if you order some other stuff on the side, and the full size is good for when you want the pita by itself. Vegan options are clearly marked on the menu as well, and they're on UberEats!
Overall, a lovely venue I'd gladly visit again 🫶🏻
Pros: Extremely tasty and reasonable priced , Central location , Friendly staff
Cons: Could be queues and slow delivery of food
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DianaAo
Points +16
Excellent!! - Edit
The place is excellent and the food is delicious!
Read moreThe vegan options are being prepared separately in different appliances.
The owner is very friendly and honest.
Would have given 5 stars if i could ;)
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desArray
Points +60
Unimpressive falafels - Edit
I got the vegan plate and don’t understand the high reviews - the falafel, their namesake, were not good. Store-quality hummus. An uninspired salad that looked nothing like the photo. Scarcely any flavour.
Read moreAn extra star since they do have plenty of vegan options, including soy meat - the offerings just aren’t tasty, though.
Pros: Many vegan options , Not busy when I went
Cons: Food is not flavourful
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sarah992
Points +209
Had to go back every day on our trip to osaka - Edit
It was my partners favourite and he insisted we went back every day. Not complaining though, the food is awesome and staff are lovely.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Helpful staff, Outstanding Israeli food
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manifesting.maddi
Points +550
Great options and very aware of gf - Edit
Was so refreshing to have somebody so aware of gf options, falafels are gluten free, ask for no pita and get the plate. Everyone really enjoyed our meals here. Fantastic. Ate 2 plates because I was so excited to have some veggies and protein finally.
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Claire.knop
Points +129
Delicious - Edit
So much of the menu is vegan being from Israel. Great to get some protein on board
Read morePros: Many vegan options, Delicious, Great value for money and friendly guy running it
Cons: Tiny eating area
Guest
Lennyeum
Points +188
Amazing - Edit
Highly recommend getting the full pitta kebab, was super tasty with hot sauce 🥵🔥
Read more10/10☝️🤓
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darylt
Points +304
Fresh and delicious - Edit
Enjoyed our lunch here! I had the vegan plate which was sort of a deconstructed schwarma with hummus, tomato, lettuce, onion, and soy 'meat'. Very fresh and tasty, came with a drink. The place is run by a friendly Aussie. Recommend :)
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Evrinomi
Points +736
Friendly owner good food - Edit
The falafel and the vegan kebab were both tasty. The owner was very friendly and recommended us many other vegan places and a really cool bar called “hollow” (worth checking out!)
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MarianeC
Points +75
Un kebab vegan plein de saveurs ! - Edit
Après une dizaine de jours au Japon, nous étions très heureux de manger dans ce restaurant pour changer un peu ! Nous avons pris le Vegan kebab en full pita (composé de "soy meat") et c'était délicieux ! Même en France on a jamais trouvé d'aussi bon kebab vegan. Le propriétaire parle très bien anglais et français, la communication était très facile.
Read moreLe restaurant est assez petit, avec quelques places assises sur les côtés comme sur un comptoir, ce qui rend le lieu très chaleureux. Nous sommes arrivés à 2 pour y manger un dimanche à 19h30, et nous avons eu une place dans soucis. Je recommande cet endroit sans hésitation !
Guest
Mesterjakel
Points +28
Great food, friendly owner - Edit
Great food, filling and inexpensive.
Read moreVery clearly labeled vegan food.
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KatherineWinter
Points +1902
Good falafel - Edit
The food was great! I preferred the falafel to the vegan kebab, but they were both good. The owner is so nice! The restaurant is open to the street and is down an alley. It is a small place.
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boldie
Points +1678
so so good - Edit
honestly i’ve been there 4 times already but forgot to take a picture everytime because the food is good and the owner is so nice!
Read moreIf you aren’t that hungry half a pita is enough but if you are hungrier i recommend a whole pita or the plate! i tried the falafel and the vegan kebab and both were on point! definitely check it out😄
Guest
twofus
Points +279
Deliciouls falafel - Edit
A variety of vegan options and a very nice owner, been here many times and it‘s always a pleasure to have a chat.
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ForAnimalsJapan
Points +5449
Delivery Deliciousness - Edit
We ordered the vegan kebab bento and za’atar pita via Uber Eats. Both were delicious!!! If we lived in Osaka, we’d order this again and again.
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AnitaDollar
Points +5745
Magical Place - Edit
I love the owner and the part time worker who's also a magician - and of course the delicious falafel :)
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jaws
Points +160
Great food and service - Edit
Very filling, would absolutely come again
Read morePros: Delicious
Cons: Limited seating
Falafelsababa
Thank you very much!!
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Emjaswank
Points +23
Authentic and delicious - Edit
Lots of clearly marked vegan options, including sandwiches (pita and baguette with falafel, veggies, hummus), platters with beautifully prepared salads and delicious toasted pita and two kinds of hummus, zaatar pita, vegan dessert on the weekend, and more. Also tried the tahini fudge—so yummy! Good price for extremely delicious food with nice presentation and good portions. Owner is very friendly and can explain the menu in English. Music and interior decor make for an authentic and fulfilling experience. Owner said his business partner is a long time vegan😄Small space, but still sufficient for our family of 6.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-03-31
Pros: Clearly marked vegan options , Lots of veggies, everything delicious
Cons: Not 100% vegan restaurant
Falafelsababa
Thank you very much for visiting us!!
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tokyonick
Points +295
Delicious food, great people - Edit
Seriously good falafel from very friendly people.
Read moreFalafelsababa
Thank you very much！！！
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Ewelina_In_Tokyo
Points +605
Quick and tasty! - Edit
Tasty falafel in a pita full of fresh veggies! Perfect power snack on an early afternoon, whilst other nearby vegan options were still closed.
Read moreFalafelsababa
Thank you very much for visiting us!!
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egrzunov
Points +306
Great option for different cuisine in Japan - Edit
Nice to change things up as we have been eating lots of Japanese food. Probably the best non-Japanese food we had while we were here. Falafel was great and lots of toppings. Was a medium meal though so I was hungry soon after. Otherwise enjoyed it and would recommend.
Read morePros: Vegan options, Cute interior
Falafelsababa
Thank you a lot !!
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kerryfinnamore
Points +156
So good!! - Edit
Really nice people and welcoming!
Read moreBeen craving hummus since living in Japan and it was everything I was looking for!
¥600 for vegan falafel !
Pros: Vegan options , Complementary tea given to you , Delicious
Falafelsababa
Thank you!
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reisemone
Points +1139
Not so typical for Japan - Edit
...but still a nice lunch. Very friendly people.
Read moreFalafelsababa
Thank you very much：）
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MiaShivaunn
Points +63
Great friendly service, delicious & great value for money!! - Edit
Wonderful friendly owner, vegan friendly.. I’ll be back!!
Read morePros: Yummy, Cheap, Easy
Falafelsababa
Thank you for visit our shop！
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JeffBryant
Points +13
Cozy and tasty - Edit
Very affordable and delicious
Read moreFalafelsababa
Thank you!
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