# Shami Falafel > Small, casual Mediterranean spot with bright lighting and simple decor creates a quiet, homey atmosphere. Family-owned and women-operated, it serves fresh, authentic dishes with care and kindness. Food preparation takes time, reflecting a focus on quality over speed. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/ShamiFalafel - Address: 29 State St, Hackensack, New Jersey, United States - Hours: Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM Saturday: 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM Monday: 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM - Phone: +12012508177 - Website: https://shamifalafel.com/ ## What it is good for - Bread — 10/10 - Baklava — 10/10 - Lunch Spot — 10/10 - Halal — 10/10 - Lemonade — 10/10 - Authentic — 10/10 - Family Owned — 10/10 - Food — 9.6/10 - Hummus — 9.5/10 - Falafel — 9.4/10 - Mediterranean Food — 8.9/10 - Sandwich — 8.5/10 - Chicken Shawarma — 8.5/10 - Casual — 8.3/10 - Parking Available — 8.3/10 ## What people say - "The chicken shawarma here is delicious and tastes authentic." - "The Mediterranean food here, especially the falafel, is so fresh and crunchy." - "The mint lemonade here is a must-try, it's so tasty." ## Good to know - Parking is available right in front of the restaurant. - Orders can take some time to prepare, so calling ahead is recommended. - There are only four tables, so seating might be limited during busy times. - They cook the falafel balls to order, which takes a few minutes. - The restaurant is family-owned, adding a personal touch to the service. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.