http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/takeaway/1o22p80/falafel-king <b>Falafel King</b><br />London, 274 Portobello Road, W11 1LR, United Kingdom en http://trustedplaces.com/uploads/placepics/trustedplaces.comaPlacePic['name']}.140.jpg http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/takeaway/1o22p80/falafel-king http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/takeaway/1o22p80/falafel-king/1w74n7
Review by maysamopm

Rating: 3.00
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I'm gonna get straight to the point with this one. The falafels here are delicious but massively overpriced when considering the portion sizes. So I guess the free clementine isn't so free after all. However, the location and relative quickness of the operation make it a convenient stop for a pit-stop whilst musing around portobello market.

still, if you can be bothered it is worth checking out golborne road which is about 5 minutes up portobello, for some variety and healthier portions.]]> Mon, 08 Oct 2007 01:15:27 +0000 /review/uk/london/takeaway/1o22p80/falafel-king/1w74n7557643735 maysamopm 51.518978 -0.207368 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/takeaway/1o22p80/falafel-king/1c54o8
Review by stml

Rating: 1.00
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This should be a lovely place, with pretty hand-painted signs on the walls, a cool and airy vibe, tables on the pavement... but it's not. Let me list the ways.

For starters, a not very big falafel wrap is £5. A fiver should get you a lot more than this little round pitta flecked with houmous.

Secondly, despite the fact they only have one item on the menu, they stare at you in disbelief when you order, then wander off without acknowledging you. They take surliness to a whole new level.

Finally, they take ages. I repeat, they have ONE item on the menu. They have a big room staffed by at least four people, yet some elaborate procedure means everyone must touch your food at some point, preferably while staring into space and thinking about something else. Right in front of you.

When it arrives, it can be quite nice. Or it can be a disaster, depending whether the person who made it could be bothered filling it properly, or just stuffed things in one after the other. It's never completely satisfying.

Walk another five minutes up Portobello and go see Mr Falafel on Golborne Road. He's the best - the two do not even compare.]]> Tue, 28 Aug 2007 15:31:19 +0000 /review/uk/london/takeaway/1o22p80/falafel-king/1c54o81694892332 stml 51.518978 -0.207368 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/takeaway/1o22p80/falafel-king/1p8247
Review by Hugo

Rating: 4.00
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Time for a quick munch when browsing Portobello market? This is the place. Best Falafel sandwiches in the area and a delicious fresh orange juice that they rustle up before your eyes too.

Unlike many similar establishments you help yourself to green chillis and chilli sauce - plus they give you a free clementine (nice touch).

For a legendary falafel on Portobello road try Falafel King! They have some indoor seating but they also have some outdoor seating so you can rest and people watch (always good value in this area).]]> Sun, 20 May 2007 21:32:49 +0000 /review/uk/london/takeaway/1o22p80/falafel-king/1p82471981686523 Hugo 51.518978 -0.207368